Is there any single accessory that connotes cool like sunglasses? And within the realm of sunglasses, is there any brand that has managed to stay as chic over the decades as Ray-Ban? Unlikely. Founded in 1937, the company created both the aviator and the wayfarer, the two most versatile and eternally stylish frames around for both men and women. After 73 years in business Ray-Ban still knows how to stay fresh, and has been playing around recently with some of their most classic styles, like the re-released, perfectly named Clubmaster frame.
These somehow manage to vibe both “secret agent” and “Catskills vacation” at the same time, which is no small accomplishment. For something a little more whimsical (hey, we still have a few weeks of summer left!), I also love this spin on the Wayfarer that looks normal on the exterior but inside features a print of the New York City subway map – you know it’s there, but the rest of the world only occasionally gets a glimpse.
Looking mysterious was never so easy.
