Dramatic cat-eye sunglasses were popular in the 50's and 60's; they are reminiscent of such films like Breakfast at Tiffany's when style icon Audrey Hepburn introduced her classic style and elegant vogue. Still imprinted into the fashion world today, the cat-eye lives on and will for many more years to come!
The simple, classic and glamourous look is still being recycled and recreated today amongst women of all ages and backgrounds. Take a trip to any high-street shop and it's obvious to see that era's such as the 50's, 60's and 70's are very much alive today in the hustle and bustle of 2011. The cat-eye also looks back at a time when theatres and American rock n roll nights out were the places to be, not like today where "Take me out," is the highlight of a Saturday...!
What's beautiful about these elegant sunglasses is how they emphasise the almond shape of the eye and how they suit just about any face shape. Available in so many prints and patterns, it's difficult to choose one perfect pair to adapt as your very own. I've come to the conclusion that floral sunglasses would be perfect for a festival, brightly coloured or animal printed pairs would be ideal for the beach and a classic black pair would look elegant against smart work attire.
A while back my Nan hosted a vintage-themed party... I was in absolute awe of the essential fashion accessory sunglasses my Nan brought out of her dressing table. A beautiful pair of dark green cat-eye sunglasses with a few diamontes scattered around the frames (as modelled by myself!) I found it fascinating to think that my Nan wore these specs when she was about my age...and 40 years on, they're still in mint condition and still at the peak of this fashion trend.
Now that's REAL timeless vintage!
(But if your Nan doesn't own a pair of fabulous sunglasses then check out ASOS! My personal favourite are the polka-dot specs...oh ASOS what are you doing to me?!)
http://fashionfinder.asos.com/
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