Monthly Archives: June 2015

To look your best, you should wear sunglasses that compliment your natural facial structure. Most people have either a heart, oval, round, or square shaped face. We’ve put together this illustration to help you find the best sunglasses for your face shape.

BEST SUNGLASSES FOR A HEART SHAPED FACE

Heart-shaped faces are characterized by a broad forehead and a narrow jawline; your face shape lends naturally to prominent, striking eyes. Shades that elongate your look, even out proportions, or direct attention downward are a good fit. Light-colored frames and frames with thin temples or embellished bottoms can also help. So beef up your look with a great set of sunglasses. We recommend flashier frames to give the face a more striking appearance.

Shop the Recommended Styles:

Oliver People’s West Brown Gradient Vanalden Gold Sunglasses – Made from a combination of titanium and acetate with an utilitarian inspired temple. Adjustable silicone nose pads and silicone grips on the temple interiors provide additional comfort and function. $295

Paul Smith Semi-Matte Onyx Polarized ‘Redbury’ Sunglasses – These Paul Smith unisex sunglasses are handmade in Italy, inspired by the combination of metal and acetate and feature bold, contrasting colors. $370

KREWE du optic™ Toulouse Bone Sunglasses – Designed to express the eccentric style of its namesake, Toulouse is KREWE’s interpretation of the timeless ‘P3’ shape. Its over-sized keyhole and angular temples evoke a soulful, offbeat vibe. $165

 BEST SUNGLASSES FOR AN OVAL SHAPED FACE

You can pull off almost any look, with an oval-shaped face that is taller than it is wide. So take your time browsing for the perfect pair. Rectangular frames can balance your elongated face, upswept styles complement high cheekbones and wrap frames mean better coverage. Because when it comes to style, you’re not just a jack-of-all-trades—you’re a master of them all. Almost any frame shape will do.

Shop the Recommended Styles:

KREWE du optic™ Franklin Champagne Polarized 24K Sunglasses – Handcrafted with acetate frames, amber polarized lenses, and 24K Gold Plated Hardware. 100% UVA/UVB protection and AR coating. $245

KREWE du optic™ Matte Osaka Tortoise Polarized 24K Sunglasses – Handcrafted with acetate frames, green polarized lenses, and 24K gold plated hardware. 100% UVA/UVB protection and AR coating. $245

Oliver People’s West Gaviota Black Sunglasses – Made from a combination of titanium and acetate with an utilitarian inspired temple. Oliver People’s West ‘rising sun’ logo debossed on the temple tip. Adjustable silicone nose pads and silicone grips on the temple interiors provide additional comfort and function. $295

BEST SUNGLASSES FOR A ROUND SHAPED FACE

Generally, round faces are defined by a height and width that are roughly equivalent. To give yourself a more distinguished look, try offsetting facial contours with boxy shapes like horizontal frames, Wayfarers and rectangle shapes—they’ll give your face a more vertical appearance. And whether your plans include travel, relaxation or a formal event, you’ll be well equipped with the right pair of shades. We recommend geometric shapes to elongate facial appearance.

Shop the Recommended Styles:

Oliver People’s West Beech Matte Black Obsidian Mirror Sunglasses – Made from a combination of titanium and acetate with an utilitarian inspired temple. Adjustable silicone nose pads and silicone grips on the temple interiors provide additional comfort and function. $295

Paul Smith Navy Horn and Blue ‘Shawbury’ Sunglasses – Paul Smith unisex ‘Shawbury’ sunglasses are the quintessential example of classic with a twist, the vintage style of the Shawbury is modernized by an angular lens shape. $270

KREWE du optic™ Blonde Tortoise to Champagne Sunglasses – Handcrafted with tortoise acetate frames and amber lenses, these sunglasses have 100% UVA/UVB protection and AR coating. $175

BEST SUNGLASSES FOR A SQUARE SHAPED FACE

A square face shape is characterized by bold, distinctive features like a chiseled brow and a broad jawline that give you a clear, masculine look. Curved shades look great with square faces, so consider round shapes – like oval frames and pilots. Semi-rimless styles also help balance a prominent jaw. No matter what you have planned for the day, a pair of shades can help make your dashing looks even stronger. We recommend curvier frames to set off angular features.

Shop the Recommended Styles:

Paul Smith Semi-Matte Onyx and Mahogany ‘Wayden’ Sunglasses – Paul Smith’s unisex ‘Wayden’ shades are a quintessential Paul Smith sunglass featuring a rounded lens shape and subtle details. $270

Oliver People’s West Polarized Vanalden Gold Sunglasses – Made from a combination of titanium and acetate with an utilitarian inspired temple. Adjustable silicone nose pads and silicone grips on the temple interiors provide additional comfort and function. $295

KREWE du optic™ Franklin Blue Steel Sunglasses – Handcrafted with blue tortoise acetate frames and grey lenses, these sunglasses have 100% UVA/UVB protection and AR coating. $195

1. Miansai Black Leather and Silver Fish Hook Bracelet – A modern take on Miansai’s classic anchor with fine Italian vegetable tanned leather. $65

2. The Detailed Male Elephant Lapel Pin – A simple button pin is sometimes all that’s needed to complete your perfect look. $50

3. Rye 51 Pocket Knife – Exclusively and locally made for Rye 51, this carbon steel knife is in a genuine leather case with copper hardware. $90

4. Field Notes Pocket Book – The Field Notes Original Kraft 3-Pack was the first Field Notes memo book. It comes with 48 pages that measure 3-1/2” wide by 5-1/2” tall. The memo book is is bound with a rugged three-staple saddle-stitch process and comes with a tan cover.

5. Blackbird Pipe Bomb Cologne –  This cologne starts very quiet and takes about ten minutes for the fuse to burn down. Synthesized with the finest raw materials, Pipe Bomb moves from scent to scent within its composition, dazzling with each shift. Like an underwater firecracker bundled with incense, light saltwater notes meld with hot metal to create an inviting, warm glove that shapes differently to fit each wearer’s hand. $38

6. Imperial Fiber Pomade – Imperial’s water-based Fiber Pomade is a highly pliable texturizing product full of extra-long fibers that are more exaggerated than the average fiber grease. The result is a versatile medium hold product with custom texture fibers and a slight sheen. $22

7.Taylor of Old Bond Street Grapefruit Shaving Cream – Invigorating grapefruit shaving cream creates a uniquely smooth and creamy lather while protecting and moisturizing the skin to give a better shave. $20

8. Q Clothier Antiqued Brass Etched Cufflinks – These brass etched cufflinks are sure to give a rustic and classic touch on cuffed shirting. $95

9. Q Clothier Stainless Steel Tie Bar – A classic tie bar in modern stainless steel will add the finishing touch to your father’s dress ensemble. $45

10. Marcoliani Gray Polka Dot Socks – A comfortable pairing to summer footwear, engineered in a polka dot, pima cotton blend, to sit extremely low and to appear invisible inside your shoes. $20

11. Billykirk Tan Claw Buckle Belt – The Claw Buckle on this belt was inspired from an old rifle sling. This type of hardware is also found on leather horse harnesses. Billykirk claw buckles are cast in white bronze and feature their signature Hammer & Maul logo. $99

12. Jack Black Turbo Wash – Cleanses completely to jump-start the body, awaken the mind and leave skin feeling soft and refreshed. Rosemary and Eucalyptus help naturally support immunity by reducing bacteria on the skin’s surface. The energizing aroma helps clear nasal passages and aid breathing. Juniper Berry helps detox the body and assists in post-workout recovery. $50

13. Baxter Tortoise Shell 7.75-inch Comb – Handcrafted in Switzerland, The Baxter of California combs are produced from high quality sheets. From cutting to polishing , each comb goes through a 12-step process of manufacturing (all done by hand), resulting in smoothly tapered teeth and rounded tips for comfort and care of the hair and scalp. $18

14. Taylor of Old Bond Street Mr. Taylor After Shave Balm – A light weight formula to instantly reduce razor burn and irritation while offering a pleasant and timeless fragrance. $28

15. Robert Talbott Red Paisley Bow Tie (in-store only) – A simple paisley print leaves a smart finish to this formal attire essential. $95

16. Edward Armah Navy Two-Sided Pocket Circle (in-store only) – A handsome Italian silk pocket square in an elegant connected circle design. $75

17. Velvet Off-White T-Shirt – It’s hard to imagine a world without classic crew neck tees: they go with everything, look fantastic on everyone and they improve with age. Crafted in Velvet’s multi-washed whisper classic and cut to inmitable classic fit, this is the tee it’s impossible to have too many of. $66

18. Rye 51 Nylon Navy & Gray Belt – A versatile nylon belt, richly dyed and finished with gold hardware for added polish. $60

19. Baxter Safety Razor – This custom chrome-plated Double-Edge Safety Razor was created with serious wet shavers in mind. It helps reduce ingrown hairs and razor burn, and will last you for years to come. The blade comes packaged in a black gift box, and is accompanied with a pack of starter blades and an instructional card. $60

20. Hook + Albert Rose Gold Flower Lapel Pin – This metal push pin flower lapel pin requires no pre-cut hole.  Perfect for a night on the town or any formal event, these bad boys will work on blazers, suits or tuxedos.  $40

21. Manready Mercantile Ye Ol’ Goats Milk Soap – This may be the best soap you’ve ever tried! It’s made on a real goat farm south of Houston, Texas, and takes three weeks for each bar to cure. Manready has packed each one full of all-natural skin nourishing ingredients with no synthetic fragrances. $14

22. Rye 51 Business Card Holder – Store your business cards with class and style, handsomely crafted in textured luxurious leather exclusively for Rye 51. $75

23. Rye 51 Gift Certificate – Can’t decide what to give dad? A Rye 51 gift certificate has got your back. $100