Aviator Sunglasses - An Icon

The aviator shape has to be the most recognizable shape for sunglasses. The aviator shape was initially popular within the pilot community, thus the name. However, ever since the release of Top Gun in 1986, popularity of the aviator skyrocketed and permeated into the mainstream market.

One aspect of the aviator which contributed to its popularity is the capability of the lens to significantly cut the sun's glare. Through the use of polarized lenses, this ability was further enhanced. By the sheer virtue of its shape, the aviator seemed to offer all round protection, blocking the sun rays even from the side. Law enforcement officers have also begun to use the aviators, not only to protect their eyes during the day, but also to establish a sense of authority by appearing aloof and not making any eye contact.

As the aviator sunglasses shifted from a functional accesory to a fashion accesory, hollywood celebrities such as Tom Cruise were spotted wearing them. Naturally, large designer brands started to jump on the bandwagon and began to design and sell their own aviator versions.

The most popular brand associated with aviators would be Ray Ban. A large percentage of their models sport the aviator shape in different styles, colours and sizes. The RB 3025 (Large Metal Aviator) houses their largest aviator collection of almost 35 different colours Talk about options.

However, my recommendations for a good aviator sunglasses brand is Serengeti. Serengeti pay significant attention to R&D so as to ensure that their sunglasses are the best that you can buy. They do not just focus on the aesthetics nature but also the performance of their lens. In fact Serengeti is well known for its lens technology. Serengeti sun glasses don't just block out excess light; they actually improve your ability to see detail, depth perception and colors. The three pillars of Serengeti Sunglasses technology create this optical improvement: Photochromic Lenses, Spectral Control, and Polarization.

Purchasing sunglasses at retails stores can be expensive and you are restricted at a very limited range. However, you can easily have access to the entire authentic designer collection at http://www.spekkies.net/ and at incredibly low prices of up to 70% discount. If you are going to get a pair of sunglasses online, please ensure that you are purchasing from a reputable seller as there are many replica designer sunglasses floating around. Check out my previous post on shopping online for sunglasses