Summer is finally here!

Everyone is pulling out their bro tanks and surf boards and hitting the beaches in California. Now that spring is out and summer is here, we are going to show you some of our HOTTEST items this season!

This season, we are loving the clear lenses trend with sleek metal frames. This minimalist style looks great with everything and is a trend we hope sticks around for a while. For the meantime, here are some great frames that are on pointe for this season:

Quinn:   These boutique style sunnies with flat lenses will definitely turn some heads at brunch!

Felicity: These translucent oversized cat eye sunnies are easy to style with anything and offer a chic and playful vibe!

Phoebe- Fresh and fun, these clear pink shades with pink flat lenses are the perfect summertime accessory!

With everything from retro throwbacks to modern upgrades, this summer’s eyewear trends are sure to turn heads. Hope you have fun designing creative looks with these sunnies!

Surfs on!

Ciao for now!

Happy Birthday Gemini!

Gemini Sign

If you were born between May 21- June 20, you were born under the sign of the twins. You are known for being sociable and quick-witted, however, being a twin, the other side of you may conflict with that and you can appear serious and restless depending on which personality comes out. Gemini represents two different personalities in one and for this reason it may feel difficult to truly know them. Gemini is often considered to be the most misunderstood of all signs due to their dual personality expressed by the twins of their sign. Nevertheless, you make up for it with your inquisitive mind and curiosity about everything. You are an air sign, which you share with Libra and Aquarius. I’ll explain a bit about your zodiac sign, and for the sake of a good laugh and some fun, I’ve paired some of our sunnies that match your personality according to your zodiac sign. Your style according to your zodiac sign can actually explain why you are drawn to certain things, whether you buy into the zodiac hullabaloo or not. So let’s explore what makes your style unique and find out exactly what makes you tick.

Gemini Strength Keywords: Curious, Adaptable, Quick Learner, Inquisitive, Affectionate

Gemini Weakness Keywords: Nervous, Flighty, Inconsistent, Indecisive

Shine bright in our Phoebe Sunnies! Photo by Ivantaged

Gemini, like every zodiac sign, you have your own set of strengths and weaknesses. Perhaps the most striking trait of a Gemini is your sociability. Communication is your strong suit and you do it well. You are always ready for fun and exploring anything new. Your inquisitive mind constantly thirsts for information. Gemini is always up for an intellectual debate. This versatile side of you wants to experience everything there is out there in the world, which makes you fun and exciting to be with. You possess a natural childish innocence which is refreshing to be around; it’s literally like seeing the world through a child’s eyes. The changeable and open mind of a Gemini makes them excellent artists, journalists and writers. The social side of you makes you excel in trade and/or team sports. Multitasking comes easy for you as well as problem solving. You are not so keen on repetitive tasks or being stuck in any kind of routine. People born under this sun sign often dislike anything repetitive, being confined, and being alone. You enjoy a change of pace every so often, and being active both mentally and physically are extremely important to you.

Frida- Metal Retro Sunnies with Flat Ocean Color Lens

Summer- Oversized Chic Cat Eye Sunnies with Flat Lens

Quinn- Designer Inspired One Piece Round Flat Lens Sunnies

Wine tasting with our ASHA sunglasses!

Last week we covered red wine and cheese pairings, this week we will cover white wines and cheeses that pair best with it!

If you dont know what kind of wine fits your palate, you should definitely go to some wineries and try out their tastings. They'll give you a tasting card that allows you to try 5-6 different wines and from there, you can decide what kind of wine is your favorite! Life pro tip: reds pair best with red meats and chocolate, white wines pair well with seafood and most desserts. You can impress your dinner guests with that kind of knowledge!

Now moving on to whites and the cheeses that compliment them:

Chardonnay: Fruit flavors range from apple and lime in cool climates to tropical fruits in warmer climates. Pair Asiago cheese or a creamy Havarti. Throw in a few almonds and you’ve got yourself a pairing that will impress everyone.

Sauvignon Blanc: Fresh and crisp with flavors of grapefruit and grass. Pair with feta, goat cheese and some pine nuts.

Pinot Grigio: Usually dry with fruit flavors of pear and apple with hints of lemon. Pair with humboldt fog chevre, fresh mozzarella cheese, and fig jam.

Cheers everybody!

Pair your wine with some sunnies! Check more styles out on our website!

Wine and cheese, they go together like peanut butter and jelly, right? As I sip my Chardonnay poolside, this has got me thinking about ideas for my next girls night soiree, or maybe I’ll host mother’s day brunch; after all, who doesn’t like wine and cheese.

Read on for tips on how to host a fun and easy wine and cheese party. First, consider the crowd; newbies or wine connoisseurs; red or white devotees; foodies or novices? To keep things simple but exciting for all those in attendance, choose a few whites and a few reds and go from there. Below are some of the pairings I recommend, along with a few other easy small bites that most people enjoy with both wine and cheese.

Here are three basic reds that most of the group will like, along with the cheese’s that will go perfectly together.

Pinot Noir: Flavors of red fruits like cherries and raspberries. Can be a pricey wine as the vines produce rather small bunches and it is notoriously difficult to grow as it only does well in cool and consistent climates. A pinot noir done right is nothing short of amazing! Pair with goat cheese or brie and walnuts.

Merlot: Fruit flavors of plums and blackberries, considered to be one of the easiest wines to drink as it is known as having a smooth taste and is used as an “introductory red” wine. Pair with parmesan, romano and chestnuts.

Cabarnet Sauvingnon: Flavors of blackberries, plums, black currants and casis. This red is loved by wine connoisseurs for the hearty and spicy flavor. Pair with cheddar, gorgonzola and walnuts.

Get your drink on. Cheers everybody!