*post title is a song by Timbuk3
New ones, that is. I want new shades.
I own just one pair of shades, a pair of Gucci shades that I bought 5 years ago with windfall money. I’m not really into expensive designer stuff (nor can I afford it), but I figured that a nice pair of shades would make a great investment piece. Plus, at that time, I deserved a splurge. I planned on wearing them everywhere for a long, long time. I did wear them everywhere, my shades went with me on all my trips:
Hong Kong Disneyland
Boracay
Singapore Zoo
Pearl Farm
Cambodia
Bangkok
These sunglasses are probably the most photographed item I own.
I think I’ve worn them long enough. It’s time to save up for another pair. After my Gucci shades, I now believe in splurging on designer sunglasses. I can’t afford to buy expensive name-brand eyewear anytime soon, but I’m already starting to scout for my next purchase.
I’m fortunate enough to be blessed with an oval face shape, I can get away with pretty much any shape of sunglasses. I have varied options. I’m thinking of getting a classic pair of Ray-Ban aviators or wayfarers, both of which are on my list of things I hope to own in this lifetime. I’m also considering getting Jackie O.-type ‘bubuyog’ shades, which will probably still be stylish when I have grandchildren. I think I also want Roberto Cavalli Sunglasses to match my Just Cavalli eyeglasses (seen here). I also want to get Kate Spade shades, just because I love Kate Spade, and they’re not as high end as, say, Gucci or Prada.
My clothing are all inexpensive–ukay-ukay and SM Department Store inexpensive–I feel I’m entitled to splurge on quality pieces every now and then. I hope I’ll be able to save enough money for a new pair within the year. Hopefully, I can buy one before our next trip, my current pair of sunglasses has definitely been photographed enough.
