Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Local shops have your eyes covered

Posted By on Tue, Mar 22, 2011 at 9:07 AM

Spring has sprung! Love is in the air, birds are chirping, flowers are blooming and the sun ... is shining straight into your eyes. No worries; we scoured some local shops to find the funkiest and freshest selection of sunglasses. Now, that’s something sure to cure any case of spring fever!

Boris & Natasha

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If you’re an “anything-but-the ordinary” girl when it comes to shades, this is your spot. Boris & Natasha carries a wide selection of sunglasses, from hot pink cat eyes to the infamous Lady Gaga cataract frame. They also carry some more tame pairs, from iridescent color to floral to classic black and turquoise. With a pair of these, you’re destined to have fun in the sun. All pairs $10.

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Green With Envy

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Green With Envy offers shelter from the sun for everyone. Here you’ll find big frames, round and square, for the ladies. And for the guys, a bunch of sporty styles, in basic colors and also some bright shades. A square gold frame is a perfect statement — all that glitters is gold these days! $15.99.

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Lotus

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Leave it to Lotus to bring “stunna” shades to the streets of Charlotte. This is your spot if you’re on the search for sexy shades. From the classic round bug eye to the rock glam pair, which are sure to bring a little twinkle to anyone’s eye. $26-$48.

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Hong Kong Vintage

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No one can steal your sun-sational style when you own an original pair. Venture for vintage to snatch a unique pair waiting to be put to use. You know that teeny weeny yellow polka dot bikini? This year it's a super duper pair of mellow yellow aviators instead. $20 and up.

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