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Generally accepted as being the first "Creative Director", Tom Ford pioneered the all-encompassing role when he took control of Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent via the Gucci Group. In 2005 Tom Ford launched his own brand of Eyewear reflecting his slick and polished approach, but as risqué and provocative as the man himself. Tom Ford is the trend setter, not follower and this forward thinking has lead to the brand gaining an elite celebrity following.
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Dolce and Gabbana are a world famous Italian duo who formed in 1985 and have since, dominated the fashion scene. Drawing inspiration from its Mediterranean heritage making them unique and vastly distinctive. They are an ambitious brand that represents sheer and utter glamour, every detail has its significance and is strategically placed for maximum effect.
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From 1910, Mademoiselle Chanel loved to expose her skin to the sun, in a time when this was still unheard of and certainly not socially acceptable; the upper classes and aristocracy preferred a pale white skin tone, as tanned skin was a sign of belonging to the working class. True to her own ideas and convictions, Mademoiselle made products available to her customers, which would enable them to enjoy the sun and sunbathe in total confidence. Thus the first CHANEL sunglasses appeared in 1965.
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Adele Casagrande founded a small leather and fur company in 1918, but it was through her marriage with Edoardo Fendi in 1925 that this Italian label got its famous name. After Karl Lagerfeld joined as the brand's creative director in 1966 and created the double F logo, Fendi rapidly grew into one of the world's premier luxury labels.
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Ray-Ban was founded in 1937 by Bausch & Lomb. Famed for their glass lens, they were introduced for the specifically for the United States Army Air Corps. Chances are you’d recognise the iconic Ray-Ban glasses in any situation. The legendary Aviator frames are ever popular worldwide both as glasses and sunglasses, as are the Wayfarers. The brand has the ability to blend comfort and practicality with beautiful form.
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Independent brand Ic! berlin are our hottest tip for the future of eyewear. Youthful, innovative, unique and cutting edge at its up most. The most trendy, influential glasses brand on the market. The brand is epitomised by their front man, creative director and conceptual artist Ralph Anderl. Ic! Designs, produces, and distributes sheet metal glasses without screws. This unique screwless-spring-hinge-insert-system is their trademark.
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Designed and crafted in Italy, Persol (from the Italian "per il sole" or "for the sun") is a hit among tastemakers and celebrities for impeccable fit and clarity. Persol's hand-crafted sunglasses combine style, quality, and comfort into one sleek package. Since 1910, Persol has created unique glasses from the highest caliber materials and continues to blur the line of fashion and functionality today.
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We think Maui Jim offer the best sunglass lens on the market. In 1980 what started as a simple idea on the beaches of Maui, "Too much UV Light is harmful to your eyes", soon transformed this small company selling sunglasses in reaction to Hawaii’s near constant sunny climate to one of the fastest growing sunglasses maker across the globe. Eliminate glare. Experience spectacular colour.
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Tag Heuer sunglasses are made with the gentlemen's driving spirit, sport and style in mind. Tag Heuer sunglasses feature innovative bendy silicone arms which are designed for brilliant comfort and fit. With a distinctive designer eyewear look with many of the spectacles having flexible curved titanium sides encapsulated in hypoallergenic elastomere or as claimed Formula 1 tyre rubber.
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Versace sunglasses feature a broad mix of sensuality, elegance and glamour-perfect for those that crave the limelight. Versace sunglasses designer lines have originality, ingenuity and innovation. Versace displays a consistent style that is vibrant and glamorous; the elegant imagery used on the brand’s products has lead to it becoming one of the hottest contenders in the fashion industry and has gained a massive celebrity following.
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In the 1950s, Emilio Pucci used his aristocratic sensibilities to revolutionise chic resort clothing. His kaleidoscopic prints soon became his signature, as did his pioneering use of fabrics like silk stretch jersey, which broke away from the era's more severe silhouette. Loved by style icons, including Marilyn Monroe, Jackie Kennedy and Nicole Kidman.
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Bvlgari has been a sumptuous brand since 1884. “Bvlgari” is written in an ancient Roman style, and is derived from the surname of the company's Greek founder, Sotirios Voulgaris. Clear to see he embraced his heritage as Bvlgari represents pure and utter lavishness. Although the company made a name for itself with jewellery, today it is a recognised luxury brand and sunglasses are one of the other areas that Bvlgari excels. A pair of Bvlgari shades is the perfect investment for any woman who has a taste for absolute class and prestige.
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Tiffany’s new sunglasses collection is the ultimate in craftsmanship, using a variety of high quality materials; some include sterling silver & diamonds. All the Tiffany Glasses and Tiffany Sunglasses are innovative, unique, irresistible, and beautiful, with designs based on some of the dazzling jewellery creations seen on some of the world's most beautiful people.
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Swarovski sunglasses are a product of the Swarovski Company was formed in 19th century by Daniel Swarovski when he invented the automatic crystal cutting machine, a machine that was able to cut crystal into perfection. Daniel Swarovski crystal eyewear was formed as a collaboration between the Swarovski company and Silhouette. The outcome is delicate, elegant and sparkling glasses for glamourous women.
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