Like the millions of mourners across the world, the news of the death of Whitney Houston has deeply saddened and shocked us here at San Francisco Optics. Many of us have grown up listening to her music, and we are all feeling the loss. In honor of Whitney, we’ve gathered a few pictures of her in her favorite sunglasses. Rest in Peace Whitney!
Whitney Houston’s look: Alexander Daas style Love
While pop music has lost one of its Princesses, we all retain the memories of her beauty and talent.
This week we are celebrating Chrome Hearts eyewear and the people who love them. This brand, founded in 1988 by Richard and Laurie Stark, originated making motorcyle gear, but as their fanbase widened, so did their collections. This bold and trendy brand is a favorite of both the rich and famous, and the famously rich.
Let’s start with Katie Holmes. Half of one of America’s favorite Hollywood power couples, Katie looks every bit the part in these rock star shield sunglasses.
Heidi Klum, our favorite German import, bundles up against the cold and protects her eyes with a sporty Aviator style frame. Take a style tip from the queen of the runway and don’t let a little snow rob your style!
Justin Chambers, one of the resident heart-throbs of Grey’s Anatomy, was caught dressing down in his Chrome Hearts “Erected.” Snow or Sun, keep those eyes covered!
Dr. 90210 (Robert Ray), the king of Hollywood cosmetic surgery, has been seen wearing his “Beast 3″ while working his rounds. Chrome Hearts go well with his stethoscope, don’t they?
Even the Country world is getting in on the Chrome Hearts trend. LeAnn Rimes has been crooning country toons since her early teenage years, but she’s proven she has more edge than we thought. Seen here in the “Double Tip.”
In case you need a second opinion, we have yet another doctor (albeit fictional) in our list. Omar Epps, one of the stars of House, is often seen in his Chrome Hearts glasses.
In addition to two fictional doctors and a real plastic surgeon, lets round out the list with a fictional plastic surgeon. Nip/Tuck’s Julian McMahon has been spotted in some great Chrome Hearts sunglasses.
Chrome Hearts most loyal Hollywood devotee? Paris Hilton. Here she is in her favorite, the “Queenie”
Intrigued? Come out to our trunk show this Saturday, October 8, 2011, and check out the entire collection, including the newest Fall releases! RSVP on our Facebook page.
On April 3rd, 2009, Examiner.com did a feature on us written by Dino-Ray Ramos. Check it out:
All Eyes on SF Optics
The streets of the Marina have a small town feel with eclectic charm that still resonates the aura of San Francisco. On a nice day, this is, by far the place to be – and what better way to enjoy a sunny day in the Marina than with a nice pair of sunglasses (or a pair of regular spectacles at that) from SF’s swanky boutique of specs, SF Optics.
The name of the shop may sound like an ordinary place to get some shades, but don’t let the name fool you. Under the tutelage of Alex Feldman, SF Optics has the fashionable mainstays in the world of glasses (Chanel, Gucci, Robert Marc, Prada, Marc Jacobs), but they up the ante and then some with pieces that are unique and will rest on your head with style.
Brands like Gold & Wood combine a sense of nostalgia with urban flair via frames made out of actual wood. But it’s the Ete glasses that will pull you in, the frames encase feathers – yes you heard that right – FEATHERS. But don’t worry, no birds were harmed in making the glasses.
If these uber-chic glasses aren’t your cup of tea SF Optics has a buffet of specs you can choose from including in-vogue Ray Ban wayfarers and aviators of all types (a necessity in everyone’s accessory arsenal). Their newest Oliver Peoples collection is indeed the hot item of the moment. Modeled by their newest poster gal Zooey Deschanel, the new line is sealed with a kiss by the actress – literally. Each pair has a “kiss” from the beautiful Zooey.
http://www.examiner.com/x-508-SF-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m4d3-All-eyes-on-SF-Optics
Examiner.com Editorial - April '09
We’ve been getting tons and tons of emails pouring in asking about the frames that Kyra Sedgwick is wearing. Her hit show “The Closer,” a TNT Original Series, has made its impact getting everyone to try to close in on her frame.
Pictured below, Kyra is wearing her infamous Beausoleil frames. Unfortunately for everyone, her specific frame, model 410 color 300, is not only sold out, but discontinued. Another note to make however is that this frame in fact is originally designed as a sunglass, but the lenses were taken out of it so it could be worn as clear eyeglasses.
Kyra Sedgwick and Zachary Levi wearing Beausoleil Eyewear
Another celebrity styled into Beausoleil frames is Zachary Levi, who is the star of the upcoming film “Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakuel.” He wears model O365 color 300.
Frederick Beausoleil is a designer out of France and his Beausoleil collection is made in France. The collections is available for purchase at SF Optics.
Barack Obama wearing Ray-Bans on the cover of Ebony Magazine
No, not Ray Ban … Ray-Ban! As in the sunglasses.
Throughout his campaign, Ray-Bans were Obama’s choice for protection from the sun. He wears model 3217.
They help him with the cool factor and they are definitely an All-American look.
John F. Kennedy wearing Ray-Ban Wayfarer
Going back in time, you’ll find that John F. Kennedy also chose Ray-Ban, wearing the Wayfarers.
Britney Spears wearing Tom Ford Whitney
Britney Spears loves her Tom Ford frames! And not just one, but two of them.
Although the Whitney has been a big hit for a while, she still wears hers.
Britney Spears wearing Tom Ford Angelica
Tom Ford sunglasses and eyeglasses are available at SF Optics.
So we know our 29th Year Anniversary celebration is a significant event, but when we discovered that Thrillist.com found it worthy of mentioning in their emailer and website on Wednesday, November 19th, we knew we made the big time. Check out their plug of SF Optics: http://www.thrillist.com/sales/holiday-sale-sf-optics
For those of you not in the know, Thrillist is a daily online editorial (and they send a daily email) with editions in several major cities. They give recommendations for all the best things and have built quite a reputation. If you are not subscribed, then you are missing out.
Sarah Palin wearing Kazuo Kawasaki
Everyone is familiar with the Sarah Palin glasses craze. She set a new trend by bringing class to the Kazuo Kawasaki frames that can be compared to Jackie O’s impact on fashion.
Kazuo Kawaszki is an incredible rimless collection with titanium chasis. You can customize your own shape lens, just as Governor Palin did, to create your own unique look, or use one of Kawasaki’s several pre-designed shapes. The frame hardware is pressure mounted into the lens, ridding you of all the discomforts of screws. This rimless design is fashionable and edgy, yet intelligent.
It’s definately the way to go if you want a pair of durable and comfortable rimless frames. And they definately made the books as an eyewear fashion must-have.
Also, check out Swissflex and 2.5 eyephorics, the sister collections of Kazuo Kawasaki, which are made of surgical plastic!
Kazuo Kawasaki, Swiss Flex, and 2.5 eyephorics are available at SF Optics.
Purchase Sarah Palin’s Kawasaki’s here.
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