Monday, June 14, 2010

What would you do? The most amazing vintage glasses in the world

I have to have these retro early 1980s faceted sunglasses.

They are currently on hold at my spec shop, which I am going to do a post on soon.

According to the glasses Gods they just don't make the faceted type of specs any more, so these, at $300, are def a collector's item.

You know my penchant for big 1970s/80s sunglasses.

Let's go in for a closer look.

They do look good on me.

Do I need them? Do I think my life will change in some dramatic way if I get them? Perhaps.

Since hearing this verse in a Toronto bar, I'm tempted to make this my mantra: "Single girls, single girls, go to the shop and buys, go to the shop and buys ....".

Can any single gal out there relate? Is shopping just a way to deal with our single-dom? When we shack up do we immediately put the bank card aside and start having babies?

Deep thoughts for a rainy Monday morning.

Tell me what you think of the glasses, please. They're already mine in my mind.

In the meantime here's a funny shot of my pal and fellow reporter, Chris, who donned one of my fave pair of 1970s sunglasses the other day.

I think he's trying to look like that commercial he likes so well, about "The Most Interesting Man in ... the World!!".

They do look kinda cute on him.

If you feel like playing a fun game today, check out my recent post on my retro shade collection and tell me which ones you like in order of preference - include these ones too even though they are not yet mine! Vote on Kelly's retro oversize sunglasses collection

Have a happy Monday!!

7 comments:

  1. I don't know if it is your face shape, your petite frame, or hairstyle, but I really don't think those glasses flatter you. I'm reminded of a person who just NEVER updates their glasses or clothes. Out dated and kinda sad. You asked for opinions...

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  2. I say if you love them and they make you feel good, get them! I swear I could kick myself in the butt for getting rid of all the cool stuff I had back in the 80's. Sigh.... By the way, Chris is a little hottie. Meow!! ")

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  3. Shari, thanks for commenting and leaving your opinion. Maybe I am seeing the world through rose-coloured and disillusioned glasses, but I really do like these glasses on me. I am sorry I remind you of someone who never updates her wardrobe, because I'm not that way at all. And I don't think it's sad at all to mix vintage with new and second-hand, as I do daily. I think it's pretty fab!

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  4. Leslie, thanks for comment! I do love 'em. I know about the 80s things as I got rid of everything too - but you can find 'em in the thrift shop!! And yes, Chris is pretty cute isn't he?

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  5. Nikki of Guilt Free Style - did I accidently reject your comment? Hope not. Thank you for kind words. You are right about your comment; I was being a bit silly about the single gal thing. I like your guilt-free mantra!

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  6. ...as most of us know, retro is soooo back to the future (if that makes any sense) I really like "that" look on you. You have the perfect face structure for them. I say get'em :)

    BTW: Chris you rock !!!

    your Pal and collegue

    Cathy P.

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  7. Cathy P., I agree about the retro/vintage thing, and the look can work if mixed with contemporary pieces. Thanks for kudos on glasses - they're not mine yet but am working towards it!!

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