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The Shady Bunch

Monday, June 2, 2008

Now you know it's been time to retire those sleepy shutter shades. Peep out 7 fresh frames for blocking those UV rays in a new way. Doc prefers that you wear 'em, so you might as well make 'em cool.

7. These unisexy vintage frames circa 1980 by Design Argos are extra cool, light and give that summer block party vibe. Can't go wrong with the red, white and blue palette. $275

6. The design gurus at Oliver Peoples never half step when it comes to fresh frames. Check the retro-styled " Hollis," featuring Photochromic or Polarized lenses. $365

5. You can't really go wrong in these plastic frames by Marc Jacobs. The smoky gradient lens tint is bonus detail. $330

4. Round is back and who better to bring 'em than Ralph Lauren's Purple Label? Made in Italy, these geeky-chic small Oxford specs are available in spotty tort or yellow.

3. You loved their super high-waisted jeans, but did you know Grey Ant made sweet sunglasses, too? Peep the "Status" shades- an exaggerated wayfarer type with a thick frame and silver tone hardware. Well if you don't know, now you know. $265

2. Get heavy metal hot in the Ksubi "Pav" shades. Available in gold and silver, these fierce frames are for the tough-girl who also has tons of sex appeal. $190

1. Looking for a unique twist on a classic? Check these frames by Thierry Lasry. Handmade in France- can't beat that for quality. $305

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Lady And The Stamp

In this fast-paced age of digital, high-speed and web-based everything, nothing says lovin' like getting a handwritten letter in the mail. The real mail ... like the mailbox outside. And even better? A darling stamp to accompany the enclosures.

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