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Layoners Sunglasses Review

Looking for affordable and quality sunglasses can be a struggle. So when Layoners contacted me and offered to gift me some sunglasses for an honest review I was eager to see what they had. I hadn't heard of the brand before but the Layoners website was easy to navigate and looked professional. I thought I would try them out.



I choose the Elegant Onyx design which was a similar shape to a Tiffany pair of sunglasses I already had that I had won in a competition.  The Elegant Onyx has a 50 inspired design, and I could imagine wearing them, sipping cocktails poolside in Monte Carlo.



The Layoners company is based in Slovenia, Europe and the sunglasses were with me in a matter of days. In the package was a padded box with the Layoners branding.



The sunglasses came with a soft cleaning cloth, a fabric pouch, a little booklet and a padded box. 

There was a removable sticker on the lenses that certify it has UV 400 protection. For information on what that means check out this article here. It basically means that it provides a very high level of protection for your eyes from the UV in the sun. They also have the CE mark showing that they conform to health and safety standards in the European Union.



The sunglasses are well made and very comfortable on, the metal arms are covered in soft plastic to prevent it from rubbing on your ears. The lenses look very dark, perfect to protect your eyes from bright sunlight but also not too dark so you can see perfectly.  The side arms have an animal motif in silver which is a cool design feature. 



I really loved the design of the glasses, and they felt very glamorous on. They also provided great protection, and the price was very reasonable too at 34.99 Euros, which is just under £32. Free shipping worldwide is also a very useful plus point. The website sells a range of sunglasses for both men and women and has a 24-month warranty on all products. They also have a 30-day money-back guarantee if you don't like them, terms and conditions apply. 


I wasn't sure what to expect from Layoners but I can honestly say I was pleasantly surprised. Great quality stylish sunglasses at an excellent price point is all I could have wished for and that is exactly what I got.  If you are looking for new sunglasses for your staycation or summer holiday, check out Layoners today. Recommended.

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Three Stylish Sunglasses You NEED This Summer

Now that Summer is here and many of you will be jetting off on holiday, you may be looking for some new sunglasses to take on your trip. Here is my pick of the stylish sunglasses that every self-respecting fashionista would want in her life in 2015.


Rayban Aviators

Mirrored Blue Flash Aviator Sunglasses - Rayban

Iconic Rayban aviators are a good choice for those with heart-shaped faces. Worn by stars such as Angelina Jolie, Kate Bosworth and fashion model Cara Delevingne, these classic sunglasses were designed in 1937 for US pilots. If you want an up-to-date twist on this look go for the mirrored lens, as seen on the 2015 catwalk by Balenciaga and Dior. Wear on the beach with waves in your hair and your best swimming cossie.

Chopard Oversized 

 Chopard Sch 110S Sunglasses - Sclo

These beautiful butterfly shape oversized sunglasses by Swiss luxury retailer Chopard have a stylish mauve tint and gold plated detailing on the arms. Chopard is a family run company with a tradition of excellence so if you have chosen these you have chosen well. In a retro old school style, I can imagine a film star such as Audrey Hepburn or Marilyn Munroe wearing these lovely sunglasses on the Cannes red carpet. I would wear these whilst people watching in St Mark's Square, or chatting over a Bellini cocktail in Harry's Bar, Venice where the Bellini was invented.

Dior Cats Eyes

Dior Jupon 2 Cats Eye Sunglasses - Sunglasses Shop


Always design-led Dior needs no introduction. These classic 'cats eyes' sunglasses are reminiscent of the 50's and 60's era and are great for those with oval faces. As worn by Grace Kelly, Dita Von Teese and Natalie Portman these feline, feminine sunglasses are 'tres chic'. If you want a slightly softer style go for the more flattering 80's version in a softer colour than black such as navy. The perfect accessory to your trip to the country in an open-top car with a scarf in your hair.

Of course, it's not all style over substance. Sun protection is vitally important too when choosing sunglasses, so pick a design from a brand that is known for their quality and UV protection as well as their cutting edge or classic design. For some great styles check ouMessyWeekend sunglasses

Tell me do you have a favourite pair of sunglasses? What do you think of the designs I have chosen?

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Maui Jim Sunglasses Review

Recently with the bad weather in the UK, I have been dreaming of sunnier climes. Doesn't the weather get you down when it's constant rain and wind? Well this week we have had sun! It's been great to see and hopefully this will be the start of a lovely spring. I am glad to see the sun as I was sent some Maui Jim sunglasses to review. 

Maui Jim is a premium sunglass company based in Lahaina Hawaii. 





Now the fastest growing premium polarised sunglass maker in the world, they saw a gap in the market for a brand that could combat intense glare and harmful UV while bringing the brilliant colours of the island to life. From this brand research, they created the revolutionary PolarizedPlus® lens - this colour-enhancing treatment to the lenses made with earth elements really make colours bright and vibrant. 

Every detail they say is crisper and cleaner without glare or harmful U.V. light. Of course that's really important as UV radiation, whether from natural sunlight or artificial UV rays, can damage the eye's surface tissues as well as the cornea and lens. Their PolarizedPlus®2 lens wipe out 100% of harmful UV light. 

So I was given a chance to review a pair of their sunglasses. It was a hard decision which style to choose as there are lots of cool and stylish designs on their website. I decided eventually on the Maile design. These sunglasses have an old-school glamour of yesteryear. Think Hollywood starlet, sightseeing in Rome or cocktails by the pool. I choose the black frames as I thought they would go with most things, and are suitably understated but still stylish.



 Maile Design Sunglasses


These sunglasses feature Maui Jim's newest and most advanced lenses, MauiPure™. Proprietary and exclusively found in Maui Jim sunglasses, MauiPure is the world's clearest non-glass lens material and has the added benefits of being ultra-light and extremely scratch- and impact-resistant. 



I think they look feminine and beautiful whilst still providing the utmost protection for the eyes. I was sceptical about the difference in colours but I did think colours looked enhanced and more vibrant. The gradient coating means it is darker at the top of the lens and slightly lighter at the bottom. They also have anti-corrosive springs and coating so perfect for that LA holiday, the beaches of West Wales or you could even get splashed by the Trevi Fountain and they would still be perfect!




The Trevi Fountain and my Maile sunglasses by Maui Jim

Maui Jim sunglasses are available from all good opticians and stockists including Optical Express and The Optic Shop. You can even buy them in your own prescription too.

For more information, visit MauiJim.com.

What do you think of the brand and the design I have chosen? Do you have any favourites from their website? Let me know!

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Pretavoir - Sunglasses Review

Have you been looking for that perfect pair of sunglasses? Well, Pretavoir is a website that can fulfil your every need.

Pretavoir has been serving a growing customer base online since 2009, providing classic and current eyewear worldwide. They strive to offer the best possible eye care service at prices lower than their high street competitors. They have a range of well known and trusted designer brands such as Ray-Bans, Gucci, Boss, Police and Tiffany and Co and a huge selection of designer frames from which to choose. Men and women can delight in the large selection with a range of prices too.



Chanel Ladies Sunglasses

But it's not just sunglasses they sell, oh no, what about the coolest spectacle frames too from Chanel to Superdry they have them all!


Tiffany & Co Spectacles

Pretavoir has given me some sunglasses to review for the purpose of this post. When I opened the box I was excited. Lovely packaging with a gorgeous outer case and stunning Oakley sunglasses.I love the look of these sunglasses and feel very glam in them. What do you think?



As you can see they have a lovely Abalone detail on the side of the glasses. I went for the dark brown gradient but other designs are available. I was also impressed with the lovely case and packaging, all important details don't you think?

And if you are not after sunglasses but after a pair of designer glasses, you can opt to have plain lenses or prescription, varifocal lenses, thinner lenses, and anti-glare coatings.

So have a look at Pretavoir when you are looking for a legitimate eyewear site with free UK shipping and a five-star rating on Review Centre . When looking for those new designer specs -what do you have to lose?

* I was given these sunglasses to review for my blog but the opinions are entirely my own.