As winter gets into gear we are constantly thinking of what sunglasses we can wear when.  While sometimes the snow makes me want to trade my sunnies for a pair of safety goggles, there are companies that make those super durable sunglasses that are perfect for the winter.  Christmas or rather the Holiday season is upon us which means we are out there shopping.  And if you are anywhere near NYC, you know the wind whips through anything and everything. 

Tom Ford makes these scratch and impact resistant sunglasses for men:

I would love to see any guy wear these to impress the parents for Christmas this year.  They make a statement while also allowing you to possibly hide behind them so you can make that first impression a great one.  Also these are perfect to throw one before heading out the game with the boys.  Football season is well under way and who doesn’t want to wear stunner shades while watching the game from those awesome seats you stood in line (via internet) forever to get. 

For that post-New-Year’s-glow, you can try these from Gargoyle:

I love these! The Gargoyle’s ANSI Classic looks a little Terminator-esque but the wrap-shield style will definitely be a great friend to fight off that “wine-flu”.  The nose pads are super comfortable and are pretty much bullet proof.  This makes them perfect to fight off that super-powered wind and possibly the icy snow that could be flying your way.  These might be a good alternative to wearing those bulky ski goggles when walking from the lodge to your cabin over this vacation season. 

And of course who can forget basketball season:

Jack does it best with his shades at the game.  Getting ready for the NBA opening? And iI love Jack in his Persols.  The detail on the side of the frame seals the deal and makes them perfect for watching that opening day shot! And you know what’s even better? The lenses are impact resistant crystal and are polarized just to ensure your safe drive to the stadium.

Sunglasses are for anytime of year. Plus with holiday/vacation season finally upon us, we can bust out those summer time sunglasses we’ve been dying to wear again! Happy vacationing!

I love this style of frame! I have a similar pair in my repertoire.  Personally, I think this cat-eye-esque style is essential to any girl’s closet of accessories.  Plus they come in a bunch of different colors.  For me, it gives that wayfarer shape with a little bit more feminine style and the perfect flair of class.  

These by Persol are the perfect blend of cat-eye and wayfarer that makes them perfect for any outing.  I love to wear mine to go shopping or the beach (for those of you getting away from the cold this holiday season).  They also come in two other colors: a basic black and blue/brown striped similar to the ones featured above. 

These from Marc by Marc Jacobs are a little more lively than the Persols.  I love Marc Jacobs and these are perfect.  They also come in a tortoise color that is to die for.  I can’t wait to wish for a pair from Santa this year! What’s on your Holiday Wish List?

Alternate Reality: UrbanSpecs-Boutique-Christine, $8.99!!!