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UltraFine

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Hey folks,

I want to buy a new pair of sunglasses and need your an opinion on some choices I have. I am really not fashion-addict and have no big clue on sunglasses style. My aim is to look different though not over styled. And I dont want to be the 1000th guy running on the streets with an Aviator or Pilot sunglasses. I am after sunglasses that will give me a distinctive look and personal style maybe a bit "player" like.

I have a quite round shaped head with a strong forehead (jewish east-european type). So I think that sunglasses with middle sized spectacles would fit best and give a distinctive recognition value.

Here is a Paul Smith 386 with kinda classy , timeless look:
http://totalsun.co.kr/shop/goods/goo...8481&category=
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/w...k/IMG_0373.jpg

Here a cool Tom Ford 133 with a strong form, though I think this one fits more for a afro-american type of guy:
http://i14.ebayimg.com/08/i/001/40/d5/28fa_1.JPG

Here another Tom Ford 126. Actually I like this one. Though it might be considered "boring".
http://www.sunglasses-direct.co.uk/c...showprod_TF126

Here is a Balenciaga 0011 which fits quite well too.
http://www.sunglassesavenue.com/prod...11_408253.html

Here is another Tom Ford 109 Cyrille, Classic Aviator style, maybe a bit too big for my head
http://www.hisunglasses.com/tom-ford...e-p-15529.html


Paul Smith and Tom Ford 126 are my favs at the moment!

So whats your opinion on those?

Cheers,
Tony
 

CityConnection

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Originally Posted by LabelKing
Got these:

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What kind are they?
 

CityConnection

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Originally Posted by UltraFine

Here another Tom Ford 126. Actually I like this one. Though it might be considered "boring".
http://www.sunglasses-direct.co.uk/c...showprod_TF126

Tony


IMO, if you want something that is nice without over doing it, these ones are classy. Not too much style and just a bit of detailing on the front. I think these are the most casual yet stylish....

But try them on and see what you like. It might not even fit you that well. Seems like it has a wide nose bridge and by your description, I see you having a long narrow nose (not trying to criticize, just trying to help). Probably wont fit all that comfortably.
 

Spencer

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Originally Posted by LabelKing
Got these:

03120045.jpg


Hopefully they fit you better than that mannequin.

They look a little too chunky to me.
 

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What is a good shop with coupon codes where one might pick up some Mosley Tribes? Thanks
 

longskate88

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Originally Posted by 8bpc
What is a good shop with coupon codes where one might pick up some Mosley Tribes? Thanks
What model are you looking for? Some people, myself included, probably got some at the recent Gilt sale, and may flip them here later. Gilt has the best prices you'll see anywhere. As far as coupons, I know one of the sponsor sunglass sights here does NOT carry the OP/Mosley family, so no luck there.
 

CityConnection

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Originally Posted by agavilanes
cheaper alternatives:

Persol 649 (on ebay)
Hugo Boss 0130 (on ebay or amazon)
Polo 4037 (on amazon)


Originally Posted by tigerFormula
The tom ford 126s are great. I really like them, but they are way too much just for sunglasses. Anyone know of any alternatives?


You just had to read the thread for he answer
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