Michael Kors Black Oversized Goggles

THE ASKMEN TAKE

This item appears in our Fall Fashion Preview 2009.

These badass shades from Michael Kors will make a ballsy addition to your fall wardrobe. With a heavy leather bag or somechunky boots, these sunglasses will convey a don't-mess-with-me attitude. There’s only one rule to remember: Keep the rest of your outfit, apart from your other accessories, neutral. After all, your goal is to look good, not over-styled. Items in luxurious fabrics such as a cashmere scarf or a wool overcoat will provide a great backdrop on which to showcase these statement-making sunglasses.

UNIQUENESS

Few designers do American sportswear as well as Michael Kors, and these shades are a solid example of his talent. An intriguing combination of clean lines with curvaceous edges creates a look that’s reminiscent of ‘80s power dressing. Though the Michael Kors Black Oversized Goggles are relatively simple, thesesunglasses are not for the faint of heart and, as such, will look best on guys who enjoy having fun and experimenting with their style. Also, a chunky square shape makes these glasses suitable for guys with rounder faces as they'll help balance out softer features.

DURABILITY

Largely made from plastic, these shades wouldn’t be too hard to break if you sat on them in the wrong way or they toppled onto the floor at a bad angle. If you tend to be accident-prone or have ruined eyewear in similar ways in the past, steer clear of these shades and seek out titanium frames instead. On the other hand, as long as you can commit to putting your sunglasses back into their protective case when they’re not on your face, you’ll have these for as long as they remain trendy -- which likely won’t exceed two years.