Round Sunglasses

Six pairs of shades that give round frames the reboot

Call it simple geometry. Round sunglasses have come full circle and are officially back in style. From intellectually modern to transparently flirtatious, these six pairs of shades, however, are more than elementary. 19.6g France’s Waiting for the Sun chooses wood not only for its sustainability over plastic, but how it beautifully ages with wear. These circular frames, the 19.6g, are hand-carved Australian tea wood and …

Nature-Inspired Accessories

Icelandic biodiversity in the work of four jewelry designers

Even if you’ve never been to Iceland, you’ve probably seen images of its otherworldly landscape that hint at what a central role nature plays in shaping visual culture there. The following Icelandic designers have taken the idea to heart with jewelry that incorporates organic forms and patterns, or in one case, a living plant itself. We found these four standouts from the ever-growing world of …

Crap Eyewear

The newest models from a line of shades "designed by some kids in California"

“Wild sunglasses for wild people,” Crap Eyewear exudes the Southern California beach bum lifestyle with plenty of personality to go with it. What started as a side project among friends several years ago has developed into a complete collection of frames, sported by everyone from fellow surfers to hip-hop collective Odd Future and Lil’ Wayne. New for 2011 are tons of new colorways and two …