While everyone and their kin decided to jam pack the Ray-Ban train, I’m perched—summer novel in tow—awaiting the illestevatrain.
Italy-manufactured New York-based, illesteva, came honking in with a debut collection of eye-swooning specs. Boasting photocromic lenses (lenses that darken on exposure to ultraviolet rays) and premium materials (titanium, bamboo, acetate), we have a simple sunglass win for the season.
This morning I took timeout and feasted up a yummy Americana breakfast with a visiting cousin. The ripen sun partnered with comforting breezes made me reflect on mankind’s good-weather accessory: Sunglasses aka Sunnies! While enjoying a crisped whipped cream-and-banana-topping Belgian waffle, outsiders zoomed by flashing killer seasonal specs.
For Spring/Summer sun eyewear previews, Mr. MSR muse praise over creative styles and off-beat constructions labels are pushing forth for the upcoming seasons!
Aviators beamed at the word in the 1930s and remained glistening ever since. RayBan, were visionaries—or correctly put—creators of the ‘aviator’ style. Starting with military pilots sporting the accessory, its traveled decades to sit remarkably on loads of nose bridges—especially [eyewear] fashionistas. The designers today manufacturing aviators are plentiful. But we know, only a few, makes the cut for producing spectacular frames.
Austrian label Carrera is cutting deep with some stylish yet affordable frames (starts at $130). Known for using enduring materials and unique processing, the fifty-five-year-old label has kept up with the joneses (other labels) just fine. I heard wind the brand’s currently preparing to rollout an exclusive collection for eyewear emporium Solstice. Mr. MSR’s eagerly excited about the collaboration.
To add, Carrera in the past partnered with aerospace giant Boeing and luxurious carmaker Ferrari to produce lethal aviators. Presently, the brand manufactures eyewear for several categories (i.e. beach sportswear, car racing). The popular sellers are definitely their supreme-crafted aviators.
I stumbled on this question in a Men’s Accessories section of a revered publication.
Question: Why don’t we see more bow ties? I’ve always thought a guy in a bow tie looks like a gentleman, not to mention that he has a much smaller chance of dropping food on his tie. Or is the bow tie really reserved for schmucks?
Where has this person been hibernating? Bow ties have resurged with a forceful vengeance. I am seeing them everywhere: Editorials, city streets, parties, and even at casual restaurants. Astute Lawyers aren’t the only representation for the accessory piece anymore. You’re seeing a multitude of style players rocking bow ties. We’re noticing hipsters pairing it with suspenders; savvy-gents tucking it underneath sweaters; and even ladies sporting with cropped cotton blouses.
You readers know I’m a sucker for market! I went hunting, virtually, for my best bows.
Union Jack bow tie by Union Jack Wear
Two-tone textured bow tie by New Style
Dandy bow ties by Impasse 13 (Creator was the ‘Accessories Designer’ behind Dior Homme.)
More bow ties by Impasse13. I like how each bowtie acquires a distinct shape.
Tartan bow tie by Old Wallace
Update: I noticed in the comments section, many Gents are a little challenged when it comes to tying a bow tie. To help with that, I found this great "how to tie a bow tie" clip that's simple and easy to follow. After this video I believe you'll be the bow tie pro!
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