Brand of the Month: Movado
The vintage Movado Eyewear collection is simple and understated, focused more on a sophisticated simplicity of great design with exceptional craftsmanship.
This Swiss Luxury watch company created an eyewear line that incorporated their luxurious design aesthetic and attention to detail.
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Tag Archives: 1970s
Frame of the Day: Vintage Vienna Line 1395 30
In the early ‘70s, high fashion brands were designed and manufactured by an Austrian company based in Vienna. After years of creating masterpieces for companies like Christian Dior and Paloma Picasso, they launched their own line in the late ‘70s … Continue reading
Frame of the Day: Optyl 3503 80
Optyl is known most for their highly-durable and memory responsive plastics. Many of the top labels were using Optyl to create their frames, so it was only a matter of time before the company did a limited run of their … Continue reading
Frame of the Day: Vintage Nina Ricci 3002 Gradient Sunglasses
Nina Ricci was founded by Maria Ricci in 1932 as an outlet for creating her own pieces after working for Raffin for so many years where her ideas were unable to take life. Ricci’s exquisite designs soon became known for … Continue reading
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Tagged 1970s, 1980s, Canada, fade lens, frame of the day, gradient, kings of past, Nina Ricci, Nina Ricci 3002 3018, Nina Ricci sunglasses, oversize eyewear, oversize sunglasses, retro eyewear, retro sunglasses, US, vintage eyewear, vintage frames, vintage sunglasses
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Holiday Style: Bohemian Babe
Go wild this holiday season in a boho chic look to die for! We were inspired by Yoko Ono’s super laid-back and easy style, effortless looking but brilliantly pulled together. We started off with a mustard dress (oh, so ‘70s … Continue reading
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Tagged 1970s, bohemian, Canada, Christmas, fashion, FleaBag, Holiday Style, kings of past, Neostyle Sunart 705 270, NeoStyle Sunglasses, Nina Ricci 1413 ECO, Nina Ricci sunglasses, Optyl 3503 80, Optyl sunglasses, oversize eyewear, oversize sunglasses, Pamela Love, retro eyewear, retro sunglasses, Sam Edelman, style guide, TopShop, US, ViennaLine 1368 70, ViennaLine Sunglasses, vintage eyewear, vintage frames, vintage sunglasses, Yoko Ono
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Frame of the Day: Vintage YSL 6003
Yves Saint Laurent was founded by designer Yves Saint Laurent and his partner, Pierre Berge, in 1962. During the 60s and 70s, the brand popularized fashion trends such as the beatnik look, safari jackets, tight pants and thigh-high boots. They … Continue reading
Frame of the Day: Vintage Sillhouette 1295 Sunglasses
Sillhouette became infamous in the early ‘70s with their Futura Series of frames which appeared even then in a limited edition. Due to its intense colors and gigantic shapes, it’s a favourite for collectors and eyewear aficionados. Visit the Kings … Continue reading
Style Guide – Divine Decadence!
The love affair with the gauche 1970s continues from the Spring/Summer, bringing us more pleats in flowing fabrics that accentuate one’s movements. The wide-leg pant or trouser continues to be a favorite perhaps as a rebellion for squeezing thighs and … Continue reading
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Tagged 1970s, 2011-2012, Alice + Olivia, Carrera, christian dior, decadence, Emmanuelle Khanh, eyewear, fall/winter, fashion, frames, gauche, Gucci, kings of past, optical, paloma picasso, Polo, Rag & Bone, Ralph Lauren, style file, sunglasses, Ted Lapidus, vintage, Zeiss
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Ode to a Great Lady: Elizabeth Taylor
“When people say I’ve got everything, I only have one answer; I haven’t had tomorrow” REST IN PEACE February 27, 1932 – March 23, 2011 Today we pay homage to Dame Elizabeth Taylor who passed away from heart failure in … Continue reading