A.OK Clear Wayfarers

THE ASKMEN TAKE

A good pair of Wayfarers should be in every man’s wardrobe, but some may not have the funds (or the dedication) to pick up theoriginal Ray-Bans. This downtown take on these classic frames are a great substitute at only $28. Then again, the A.OK Clear Wayfarers aren’t actually sunglasses, they are faux eyeglasses. This begs us to ask the question: What’s the point?

UNIQUENESS

Wayfarers are one of those items that has seen more than a few life cycles of cool, going in and out of vogue every five years or so. Currently, they are all the rage among everyone from Ivy League prepsters to the downtown scenesters (is there even a difference anymore?). These clear-lens versions from A.OK are big, plastic and very hip. They will certainly get you noticed, and that’s really the point of fashion, isn’t it?

DURABILITY

Most eyeglasses are meant to last years, because if you have them, you probably need to be wearing them. Then again, the A.OK Clear Wayfarers serve no purpose other than to add a certain level of chicness to its wearer (hence the inexpensive plastic used both for the frames and the lenses). However, for only $28 we can’t knock the durability too much. And if you are simply looking for a true face accessory, these Wayfarers from A.OK are a good choice. However, don’t say we didn’t warn you when all your friends and the girl you are trying to pick up at the bar start making fun of you for wearing eyeglasses with fake lenses in them

Starck Eyes PO617

THE ASKMEN TAKE

This item appears in our Fall Fashion Preview 2009.

Your eyeglasses say a lot about you. A pair of Starck Eyes PO617 says the wearer is confident and intellectual. It also says that you know great modern design and you appreciate how technology can improve your day-to-day life. This particular pair of specs features more modern amenities than your average Mercedes-Benz, and if you’re willing to pay the price, you’ll have some of the best designed glasses out there.

UNIQUENESS

Being the product of the man who many people consider to be the greatest modern designer, even eyeglasses are bound to be compared to Philippe Starck’s other masterpieces. The Starck Eyes PO617 glasses are far more academic than Starck’s other works (South Beach’s Delano Hotel included), and we have to wonder if perhaps he should focus more of his attention on personal accessories. What makes these glasses so impressive from a technical standpoint is that they feature bio-hinge technology, which allows the frames to actually mold to the wearer's face.

DURABILITY

While Starck is known as a modern designer, these glasses are surprisingly timeless in design. They have a certain geek-chic appeal, something that is in no danger of becoming passe. They are also constructed by hand in France of laminated tortoise acetate. What makes this particular acetate exceptional is that there are dozens of hidden colors in it that are only exposed as the frames hit different angles in the light. The PO617s are literally an ever-changing pair of designer frames with a goal of inspiring their wearer to dream and think creatively about his own world.

Men’s Fashion Tips 2011

Every man needs certain lifestyle tips fashion to understand the blending of comfort and fashion. These men’s fashion tips 2011 could help you in the long run.

This men’s fashion tips 2011 states that always match your belt with your shoes and always stick up to traditional colours like black, dark brown or a rich tan. You can always ask your wife as she knows best tips. Lifestyle tips fashion demands that if you wear sneakers every day, wear them with jeans but try not to do this fashion blunder of wearing dress belts with jeans and sneakers.

Men’s fashion tips 2011 always highlight matching ties and shirts. Try mixing up of colours, I am sure your wife would be pleased because she knows besttips, for examplehow about diagonal stripes, modern polka dots, plaids and smart patterns . Just make sure that your tie compliments your shirt, suit, sweater or whatever you will be wearing it with.

Lifestyle tips fashion, demands that with so many men avoiding flat trousers has always been a mystery, remember that , flat-front trousers look better than pleated pants, at least most of the time. Plus pleats make you look less slim.

Men’s fashion tips 2011 demand that always match your socks with the colour of your pants. Do not wear white socks and reserve them for gym use only. Lifestyle tips fashion demands that watches are most important accessory for men.

Eyeglasses are one of the few ways you can really express yourself.  Do your best to find a pair of glasses that not only compliments the shape of your face, but also expresses your personality.