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ABC Kids Shades Sunglasses - ABC Shades Baseball:ABCSHADES-BASEBALL

ABC Kids Shades Sunglasses - ABC Shades Baseball:ABCSHADES-BASEBALL

$9.99

ABC Shades Blue Baseball frame is made for newborns to 3-year-olds. Each laboratory-tested sunglass is made with Rx adaptable polycarbonate lenses that are shatterproof, impact resistant, and ensure 100% UVA/UVB protection. The Velcro adjustable band provides a comfortable fit, and the soft neoprene headband ensures your child never loses them. Each sunglass is weather resistant.

ABC Kids Shades Sunglasses - ABC Shades Sports:ABCSHADES-SPORTS

ABC Kids Shades Sunglasses - ABC Shades Sports:ABCSHADES-SPORTS

$9.99

ABC Shades Orange Sports frame is made for newborns to 3-year-olds. Each laboratory-tested sunglass is made with Rx adaptable polycarbonate lenses that are shatterproof, impact resistant, and ensure 100% UVA/UVB protection. The Velcro adjustable band provides a comfortable fit, and the soft neoprene headband ensures your child never loses them. Each sunglass is weather resistant.

ABC Kids Shades Sunglasses - Just For Girls Shades Daisy:JUSTFORGIRLS-DAISY

ABC Kids Shades Sunglasses - Just For Girls Shades Daisy:JUSTFORGIRLS-DAISY

$9.99

Just For Girls Shades Pink Daisy frame is made specifically for girls ages 3 to 7-year-olds. Each laboratory-tested sunglass is made with Rx adaptable polycarbonate lenses that are shatterproof, impact resistant, and ensure 100% UVA/UVB protection. The Velcro adjustable band provides a comfortable fit, and the soft neoprene headband ensures your child never loses them. Each sunglass is weather resistant.

ABC Kids Shades Sunglasses - Really Cool Shades Blue:REALLYCOOL-BLUE

ABC Kids Shades Sunglasses - Really Cool Shades Blue:REALLYCOOL-BLUE

$9.99

Really Cool Shades Metallic Blue frame is made for 3 to 7-year-olds. Each laboratory-tested sunglass is made with Rx adaptable polycarbonate lenses that are shatterproof, impact resistant, and ensure 100% UVA/UVB protection. The Velcro adjustable band provides a comfortable fit, and the soft neoprene headband ensures your child never loses them. Each sunglass is weather resistant.

Action Optics Sunglasses - Boca:AOGMPBMBC

Action Optics Sunglasses - Boca:AOGMPBMBC

$194.99

Action Optics sunglasses are a new Polarized Collection by Smith sunglasses featuring an array of polarized lens options and technologically advanced frame styles. Boca are designed with spring hinges on a durable metal frame; the photochromic polarized lenses eliminate glare and ensure 100% UV protection. Ideal for casual wear and driving.
Fits size medium.

Action Optics Sunglasses - Caribe:AOGCCCB

Action Optics Sunglasses - Caribe:AOGCCCB

$144.99

Action Optics sunglasses are a new Polarized Collection by Smith sunglasses featuring an array of polarized lens options and technologically advanced frame styles. Caribe is designed with barrel hinges on a durable plastic frame; the ultra-thin and lightweight photochromic polarized glass lenses eliminate glare and ensure 100% UV protection. Ideal for fishing, casual wear and driving.

Action Optics Sunglasses - Cause:CUPPGYSK/C

Action Optics Sunglasses - Cause:CUPPGYSK/C

$89.99

Action Optics sunglasses are a new Polarized Collection by Smith sunglasses featuring an array of polarized lens options and technologically advanced frame styles. Cause are designed with spring hinges on a durable wire frame; the photochromic polarized lenses eliminate glare and ensure 100% UV protection. Ideal for casual wear and driving.
Fits size medium.

Action Optics Sunglasses - Glide:AOGMPBMGL

Action Optics Sunglasses - Glide:AOGMPBMGL

$182.99

Action Optics sunglasses are a new Polarized Collection by Smith sunglasses featuring an array of polarized lens options and technologically advanced frame styles. Glide is designed with barrel hinges on a durable metal frame; the photochromic polarized lenses eliminate glare and ensure 100% UV protection. Ideal for casual wear and driving.
Fits size medium.

Action Optics Sunglasses - Orcas:AOBPCMOR

Action Optics Sunglasses - Orcas:AOBPCMOR

$194.99

Action Optics sunglasses are a new Polarized Collection by Smith Optics sunglasses featuring an array of polarized lens options and technologically advanced frame styles. Orcas are designed with spring hinges on a durable metal frame; the photochromic polarized lenses eliminate glare and ensure 100% UV protection. Ideal for casual wear and driving.
Fits size medium.

Action Optics Sunglasses - Passage:PSGPGYBK

Action Optics Sunglasses - Passage:PSGPGYBK

$134.99

Action Optics sunglasses are a new Polarized Collection by Smith sunglasses featuring an array of polarized lens options and technologically advanced frame styles. Passage are designed with spring hinges on a durable plastic frame; the ultra-thin and lightweight polarized glass lenses eliminate glare and ensure 100% UV protection. Ideal for casual wear and driving.
Fits size medium/large.

Adidas Sunglasses - Cubic Lush:A272/00-6051

Adidas Sunglasses - Cubic Lush:A272/00-6051

$79.99

Adidas Cubic Lush sunglasses are designed with lightweight, scratch/impact-resistant Polycarbonate lenses for excellent optical clarity. The Cubic Lush is designed with a Performance Insert, Traction Grip & Quick-Release Hinge for superb comfort & the perfect fit. Adidas sunglasses provide 100% UV PROTECTION.

Adidas Sunglasses - Evil Eye Pro L:A126/00-6068

Adidas Sunglasses - Evil Eye Pro L:A126/00-6068

$149.99

Adidas sunglasses Evil Eye Pro L is helmet-compatible. Each frame is designed with lightweight, scratch/impact-resistant lenses that ensure 100% UV protection and perfect optical clarity. The TRI.FIT temple, double-snap nose bridge, traction grip, & sweat blocker provide excellent fit and ensure a comfortable riding experience. Evil Eye Pro L is designed with a quick-change lens system.

Adidas Sunglasses - Evil Eye Pro S:A127/00-6057

Adidas Sunglasses - Evil Eye Pro S:A127/00-6057

$149.99

Adidas Evil Eye Pro S sunglasses are helmet-compatible. Each frame is designed with lightweight, scratch/impact-resistant lenses that offer perfect optical clarity. The TRI.FIT temple, double-snap nose bridge, traction grip, & sweat blocker provide excellent fit and ensure a comfortable riding experience. Evil Eye Pro S is designed with a quick-change lens system. Adidas sunglasses provide 100% UV PROTECTION.

American Optical Sunglasses - Flight Gear General w/ Bayonet Temples:GN52S.BA.TC

American Optical Sunglasses - Flight Gear General w/ Bayonet Temples:GN52S.BA.TC

$59.99

American Optical sunglasses Flight Gear General with Bayonet Temples is crafted from the finest quality frames. The lenses offer the highest ophthalmic standards. Each polished and toughened glass lens provide 100% UV protection and perfect optical clarity.

Sunglasses - "Grey Black 04ZD

Sunglasses - "Grey Black 04ZD

$149.99

Black Grey -- The retail price for this item is $189.99. You save $40.00!

Sunglasses - 0714001019 Bolle Slam Competivision

Sunglasses - 0714001019 Bolle Slam Competivision

$39.99

Bolle Competivision Tennis Series Slam This model is for kids ages and up. The Slam tennis sunglasses will help your little pro improve his or her game with the Competivision lenses that enhance the color and visibility of the tennis ball. With an adjustable head strap and great lenses your child will Slam those serves and returns faster and easier than ever before! Black Competivision -- The retail price for this item is $49.99. You save $10.00!

Sunglasses - 0752000530 Bolle Golf Vigilante SES Lens Kit Only

Sunglasses - 0752000530 Bolle Golf Vigilante SES Lens Kit Only

$40.00

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Sunglasses - 0752000530 Bolle Tennis Vigilante SES lens kit only

Sunglasses - 0752000530 Bolle Tennis Vigilante SES lens kit only

$40.00

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Sunglasses - 0752000530 Bolle Vigilante

Sunglasses - 0752000530 Bolle Vigilante

$40.00

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Sunglasses - 0752000532 Bolle Golf Vigilante Golf SES Lens Lite Tite

Sunglasses - 0752000532 Bolle Golf Vigilante Golf SES Lens Lite Tite

$40.00

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Sunglasses - 0752201512 Bolle Vigilante Matte Black/2Lenses

Sunglasses - 0752201512 Bolle Vigilante Matte Black/2Lenses

$79.99

Bolle Action Sport Vigilante The Vigilante is the way to go if you are looking for larger pair of action sport sunglasses. It has the thermo-grip nose and temple pads for no slip performance. It is available with interchagneable lenses and an Rx adapter. Matte Black TNS Gun, Vermillion -- The retail price for this item is $99.99. You save $20.00!

Sunglasses - 0752201524 Bolle Vigilante

Sunglasses - 0752201524 Bolle Vigilante

$95.99

Bolle Action Sport Vigilante The Vigilante is the way to go if you are looking for larger pair of action sport sunglasses. It has the thermo-grip nose and temple pads for no slip performance. It is available with interchagneable lenses and an Rx adapter. Matte Black TNS Gun, Vermilion, Clear, Dark Cinnamon -- The retail price for this item is $119.99. You save $24.00!

Sunglasses - 0752206512 Bolle Vigilante

Sunglasses - 0752206512 Bolle Vigilante

$79.99

Iron TNS Gun, Vermillon -- The retail price for this item is $99.99. You save $20.00!

Sunglasses - 0754201524 Bolle Parole

Sunglasses - 0754201524 Bolle Parole

$95.99

Bolle Action Sport Parole The Parole has very durable frame with stylish look. It has thermo-grip nose and temple pads so they will stay in place while your in action. Available with interchangeable lenses these glasses will take you thru rain or shine. As an added bonus they have interchangeable lenses! Also available with Rx adapter. Matte Black TNS Gun, Vermillion, Clear, Dark Cinnamon -- The retail price for this item is $119.99. You save $24.00!

Sunglasses - 0754201512 Bolle Parole

Sunglasses - 0754201512 Bolle Parole

$79.99

Bolle Action Sport Parole The Parole has very durable frame with stylish look. It has thermo-grip nose and temple pads so they will stay in place while your in action. Available with interchangeable lenses these glasses will take you thru rain or shine. As an added bonus they have interchangeable lenses! Also available with Rx adapter. Matte Black TNS Gun, Vermillion -- The retail price for this item is $99.99. You save $20.00!

Sunglasses - 0754000532 Bolle Parole Golf Lens Kit

Sunglasses - 0754000532 Bolle Parole Golf Lens Kit

$40.00

Parole Golf Lite-Tite Lens only Kit Clear, Dark Cinnamon --

Sunglasses - 0754000530 Bolle Action Sport Parole Lens Kit

Sunglasses - 0754000530 Bolle Action Sport Parole Lens Kit

$40.00

SES Lens only kit Dark Cinnamon, Clear --

Sunglasses - 0752250504 Bolle Golf Vigilante

Sunglasses - 0752250504 Bolle Golf Vigilante

$87.99

Matte Navy Cinnamon, TNS -- The retail price for this item is $109.99. You save $22.00!

Sunglasses - 0752238524 Bolle Vigilante

Sunglasses - 0752238524 Bolle Vigilante

$95.99

Bolle Action Sport Vigilante The Vigilante is the way to go if you are looking for larger pair of action sport sunglasses. It has the thermo-grip nose and temple pads for no slip performance. It is available with interchagneable lenses and an Rx adapter. TT Red TNS Gun, Vermillion, Clear, Dark Cinnamon -- The retail price for this item is $119.99. You save $24.00!

Sunglasses - 0752238512 Bolle Vigilante

Sunglasses - 0752238512 Bolle Vigilante

$79.99

Bolle Action Sport Vigilante The Vigilante is the way to go if you are looking for larger pair of action sport sunglasses. It has the thermo-grip nose and temple pads for no slip performance. It is available with interchagneable lenses and an Rx adapter. TT Red TNS Gun, Vermillion -- The retail price for this item is $99.99. You save $20.00!

Sunglasses - 0752238504 Bolle Golf Vigilante

Sunglasses - 0752238504 Bolle Golf Vigilante

$87.99

Bolle Golf Series Vigilante The Golf Vigilante is tough enough to withstand any golf game that comes its way. It has none-slip nose and temple pads for stay-in-place fit and interchangeable lenses for all weather conditions. Rx adapter available. TT Red Cinnamon, TNS -- The retail price for this item is $109.99. You save $22.00!

Sunglasses - 0752238500 Bolle Tennis Vigilante

Sunglasses - 0752238500 Bolle Tennis Vigilante

$103.99

TT Red Competivision, TNS Gun -- The retail price for this item is $129.99. You save $26.00!

Sunglasses - 0752206524 Bolle Vigilante

Sunglasses - 0752206524 Bolle Vigilante

$95.99

Iron TNS Gun, Vermillon, Dark Cinnamon, Clear -- The retail price for this item is $119.99. You save $24.00!

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Many people find direct sunlight too bright to be comfortable, especially when reading from paper on which the sun directly shines. In outdoor activities like skiing and flying, the eye can receive more light than usual. It has been recommended to wear these kind of glasses on sunny days to protect the eyes from ultraviolet radiation, which can lead to the development of a cataract. Sunglasses have also been associated with celebrities and film actors primarily due to the desire to mask identity, but in part due the lighting involved in production being typically stronger than natural light and uncomfortable to the naked eye.

Augusto Pinochet sits with sunglasses in the front of the Chilean JuntaHiding one's eyes has implications in face-to-face communication: It can hide weeping, being one of the signs of mourning, makes eye contact impossible which can be intimidating, as in the stereotype of the guardian of a chain gang, or can show detachedness, which is considered cool in some circles. Darkened sunglasses of particular shapes may be in vogue as a fashion accessory. Note that normal glasses are very rarely worn without a practical purpose. Curiously, they can project an image of uncool nerdiness that sunglasses don't have. The impact on nonverbal communication and the cool image can be the reasons for wearing sunglasses by night or indoors.

It is important that the makers of one's sunglasses ensure that the glasses protect against UV (ultraviolet) rays. Lenses that are simply dark but do not provide UV protection may actually make things worse, as the dimmer light causes the pupils to dilate, admitting more UV rays. In the European Union, a CE mark() identifies glasses fulfilling quality regulations. In the preparation for solar eclipses, health authorities often warn against looking at the sun only through sunglasses.

The color of the lens can vary with fashion, but for general use, green, grey, or brown is recommended to avoid or minimize color distortion, that could be dangerous when, for instance, driving a car. Grey lenses are considered neutral because they do not enhance contrast or distort colors. Brown and green lenses cause some minimal color distortion, but have contrast-enhancing properties. Red lenses are good for medium and lower light conditions because they are good at enhancing contrast. Orange and yellow lenses have the best contrast enhancement and depth perception. That is why yellow lenses are commonly used by golfers and shooters. Blue and purple lenses offer no real benefits. Clear lenses are used mainly to protect the eyes from impact, debris, or chemicals.

Aside from the lens color, some sunglasses have a mirrored coating on the outer surface. This mirrored coating reflects some of the light when it hits the lens before it is transmitted through the lens making it useful in bright conditions. These mirrored coatings can be made any color by the manufacturer for styling and fashion purposes. The color of the mirrored surface is irrelevant to the color of the lens. For example, a gray lens can have a blue mirror coating, and a brown lens can have a silver coating. These type of sunglasses are sometimes called mirrorshades.

Other models have polarized lenses to reduce glare caused by light reflected from polarizing surfaces such as water as well as by polarized diffuse sky radiation (skylight).

Some models use a degradation where the top of the glass (through which the sky is looked at) is darker and the bottom is transparent.

Depending on the manufacturer, any of the above features can be combined into a set of lenses for a pair of sunglasses.

With the introduction of office computing, ergonomists can recommend mildly tinted glasses for display operators to increase contrast.

Corrective lenses can be darkened to serve the same purpose, or secondary clip-on dark lenses can be placed in front of the regular lenses. Some lenses gradually darken with bright light and lighten in darkness. These are known as photochromic lenses. People with severe visual impairment, such as the blind, often wear sunglasses so they do not make others uncomfortable with the fact that they cannot make eye contact with them (not seeing eyes may be better than seeing eyes which seem to look in the wrong direction), or to hide the eyes if their appearance is abnormal, for example due to cataracts. Before the introduction of sunglasses, one-eyed people could wear an eyepatch to not disturb other people. Some people who are severely visually impaired but still sighted wear sunglasses in order to protect their vision against glare.

Lenses are typically made from one of three materials. They include glass, plastic (usually acrylic), and polycarbonate. Glass lenses have the best optical clarity and scratch resistance, but are heavier than plastic or polycarbonate lenses. They can also shatter or break on impact. Plastic lenses are lighter than glass lenses, but are more prone to scratching. They do however, offer more resistance to shattering than glass. Polycarbonate lenses are even lighter than plastic lenses. They are shatter-resistant (but not unbreakable) making them good for impact protection.

Frames are generally made from plastic, nylon, a metal or metal alloy. Nylon frames are usually used in sports because they are light weight and flexible. They are able to bend slightly instead of breaking when pressure is applied to them. This flex can also help the glasses grip better on the wearer's face. Metal frames are usually more rigid than nylon frames thus they can be more easily damaged when participating in sporty activities, but this is not to say that they cannot be used for such activities. Because metal frames are more rigid, some models have spring loaded hinges to help them grip the wearer's face better. The end of the ear pieces and the bridge over the nose can be textured or have a rubber or plastic material to hold better. The end of the ear pieces are usually curved so that they wrap around the ear; however, some models have straight ear pieces. Oakley, for example, has straight ear pieces on all their glasses.


History of Sunglasses
It is said that the Roman emperor Nero liked to watch gladiator fights through polished gems. Sunglasses were first used in China in the 12th century or possibly earlier. The "lenses" of these glasses were flat panes of smoky quartz, which offered no corrective powers but did protect the eyes from glare, and, according to some sources, evil spirits. Contemporary documents describe the use of such glasses by judges in Chinese courts to conceal their facial expressions while questioning witnesses. Compare the representation of "blind Justice" in Western art.

James Ayscough began experimenting with tinted lenses in spectacles in the mid-18th century. These were not "sunglasses" as such; Ayscough believed blue- or green-tinted glass could correct for specific vision impairments. Protection from the sun's rays was not a concern of his.

Sunglasses as such were introduced by Sam Foster in 1929. Foster found a ready market on the beaches of Atlantic City, New Jersey, where he began selling Foster Grants from a Woolworth on the Boardwalk.

Sunglasses would not become polarized, however, until 1936, when Edwin H. Land began experimenting with making lenses with his patented Polaroid filter.

In 2004, Oakley developed Thump, sunglasses with built-in digital audio player.