Acne x Thierry Lasry Spring 2011 Sunglasses

Scandinavian label Acne presented their Spring 11 menswear collection. Amongst a number of impressive garments was a collaboration with French sunglass designer Thierry Lasry. “Sunglasses were always the most important disco accessory,” creative director Jonny Johansson writes in the show’s notes. With bold, over-sized shapes, strong colors and reflective lenses, you’re sure to stand out wearing these – and we gather that’s exactly the point.

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Barton Perreira 5th Collection

Only in its 5th collection, Barton Perreira has rapidly become a major player in luxury eyewear offering a solid collection every season. The vibrant colorway mixes which have become a signature of the brand are evident in the latest styles from unique gradients to bold acetate hues. More styles at Barton Perreira.

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Usher with Dita Grandmaster Three 18K Gold Sunglasses

Usher was spotted out & about walking the streets of Los Angeles with the newly released Dita Grandmaster Three sunglasses ($600) in black/smoke gradient. These sunglasses are made from a handcrafted Zyl Acetate frame with features that also include over-sized titanium hinges, custom rivet hinges as well as UV protected and anti-reflective lenses.

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Usher in Dior Homme Black Tie 71 Sunglasses

Usher was spotted at the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards events rocking a pair of Dior Homme Black Tie 71 sunglasses ($231-$300). Dior Homme is the exclusive mens collection from the high-end Christian Dior label. Made in Italy, the Black Tie 71 sunglasses feature black plastic frames with rectangle cutouts on the temples.

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Jay-Z in Oliver Peoples Daddy B Sunglasses and Louis Vuitton Sneaker Boot

Jay-Z was spotted court-side in his favorite pair of sunglasses, the same pair he has on almost 95% of the time, the Oliver Peoples Daddy B sunglasses ($325) in black. The Daddy B shades are 70s-retro unisex sunglasses hand-sculpted in a slightly over-sized Mod shape which are available in vintage-inspired colors. What sets them apart is the miniature pin-detail accents on the frame front and a distinctive keyhole bridge on the right. He was also seen wearing the Louis Vuitton Street Sneaker boot ($645), featuring Damier embossed patent calf leather. Jay-Z is a business genius, it’s interesting watching him on his quest to takeover the industry.

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Super Fall/Winter 2009 Sunglasses

Super’s 2009 Fall/Winter collection of sunglasses was released today accompanied by a press release detailing the new features and changes from seasons past. The logo is now hidden on the cap between the leg and the frame, to reinforce the notion of secret brand for those in the know. The new line of shades runs the gamut from classic to futuristic and even borderline trendy, save for the premium construction and materials, such as Zeiss lenses and Italian craftsmanship.

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