Published on 11/28/2005

Believe it or not, the first "sunglasses" were made in China sometime in the 1400's. The purpose of these sunglasses was far from protecting the eye from the sun. It seems that Chinese judges wore these glasses into court in order to hide their eye expressions while listening to cases. Hmmmm, gives new meaning to the phrase "who is that behind those Foster Grants" doesn't it?

Sunglasses, More Than Style, Health Matters Too

Today, sunglasses are worn by millions all over the world. They come in hundreds of colors and styles. There is a pair of sunglasses out there to suit every budget, fashion desire or sporting necessity. They range from the $2.00 a pair plastic knock-off's available at the Weir's Beach boardwalk to Maui Jim Whalers priced at $335.00 to the Smith Interchangeable Series, that have a dozen different colored lenses available.

For a lot of people wearing sunglasses is a fashion statement. It seems that it's the designer name and style that hits the spot. "Just think of how those tortoise Alma J-Lo sunglasses will set off my new pink Juicy tee." There are many different designer sunglasses out there. All the big designers have sunglass lines, Dolce