With my sunglasses on, I'm Jack Nicholson. Without them,
I'm fat and 60.
- Jack Nicholson
- Jack Nicholson
No trip to the beach is complete without the perfect pair of
sunglasses. Even Jack Nicholson knows
that sunglasses are far more than just protection for the eyes. Sunglasses show your style; they can
instantly add the cool factor or make you look glamorous.
For years I preferred the classic Ray-Ban Aviators because
my dad, who was a pilot, wore them. I can’t fly a plane to save my life, but I
loved channeling the “Top Gun” dare-devil look.
I was never able to pull-off the Ray-Ban Wayfarer, but it
remains a popular look; thanks in part to Jake and Elwood a/k/a “The Blues Brothers”. 
I could never “rock” the Jackie O look either, but I
understand the appeal of an oversized pair of shades. No make-up is necessary; just don a big pair
of designer (or knock-off) sunglasses and you’re good to go.
Lately, I’ve been purchasing cheap sunglasses from a kiosk
in the Mall; too many of my good sunglasses have been dropped, scratched, bent,
and even run over with my car. My latest
favorites are a pair of Tory Burch look-alikes -- great shape; tortoise frames.
As soon as I put them on, I get an
extra spring in my step. With a great
pair of “shades” I am ready to hit the beach and feel warm sunshine on my face
and in my eyes.
Haha - I like this post. I always like the line "the future's so bright I have my sunglasses (Wayfarers) on" !!
ReplyDeleteYea, I kept humming the song, "the future's so bright" while I was writing this post. (Trivia question - Who was the band that sang it?) answer tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteTimbuk 3 -
ReplyDeleteWhat a great name for a band. I'm thinking they were a one-hit wonder.