Shop this Trend: Summer Shades

Sunglasses are summer's number one essential accessory. They complete any outfit and save your eyes from the sun, not to mention they come in every color, shape and size to suit your face. We've put together some of our favorite frames by trend that will definitely add that final touch to any outfit. So go ahead, shop this trend!


RETRO

The '50s and '70s brough us cat eye's and round frames which have remained two of the most stylish shapes for sunglasses throughout the years. Trendsetters from today like Olivia Palermo and Nicole Richie show the perfect way to add these frames into your day-to-day outfits.

1. Illesteva tortoiseshell cat-eye sunglasses, $220; shop now: net-a-porter.com 

2. Illesteva Leonard round-frame matte-acetate sunglasses, $165; shop now: net-a-porter.com

3. Dior retro sunglasses, $325; shop now: nordstrom.com

4. Oliver Peoples Alivia sunglasses, $295; shop now: oliverpeoples.com

OVERSIZED & ROUND

Chic and loved by celebrities, socialites and trendsetters across the globe, oversized and round sunnies add a touch of chic old Hollywood glamour to any outfit. Channel your inner Victoria Beckham and wear one of these favorite oversized frames.

1. Prada baroque sunglasses, $290; shop now: saksfifthavenue.com

2. Linda Farrow Luxe oversized Jackie-O sunglasses, $407; shop now: shopbop.com

3. The Row oversized sunglasses, $445; shop now: net-a-porter.com

4. Vintage Lanvin oversized round frame sunglasses, $160; shop now: americanapparel.net

AVIATOR

The go-to frame for any hip girl, the aviator seems to be year after year the sleekest sunglass around. These "sporty" shades add a different vibe to any outfit. Pair with a sundress this summer and you'll sure to be the cool girl around town.

1. Stella McCartney aviator metal and acetate sunglasses, $250; shop now: net-a-porter.com

2. House of Harlow 1960 LYNN aviator sunglasses, $120 ; shop now: stefanibags.com

3. Olivers People rayford sunglasses, $459; shop now: mytheresa.com

4. Marc by Marc Jacobs oversized aviator sunglasses, $98; shop now: piperlime.com

WAYFARER

Wayfarers have been a long time trend with sunglasses, especially the iconic Ray-Ban Wayfarers. The "downtown" of sunglasses, these frames are cool, casual and classic and look great with any outfit.

1. Barton Perreira Nelson wayfarer sunglasses, $415; shop now: openingceremony.us

2. Ray-Ban original wayfarer sunglasses, $150; shop now: shopbop.com

3. Lanvin Resin wayfarer-inspired sunglasses, $350; shop now: saksfifthavenue.com

4. Marc by Marc Jacobs keyhole wayfarer sunglasses, $155; shop now: redhotsunglasses.co.uk

Photos: Elle.com

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Louis and Marc's Big Night

Last night in Paris the Louis Vuitton and Marc Jacobs exhibition had it's grand opening night! We gave you a small sneak peek a few weeks ago, but check out the slideshow below for some of the glorious sights from last night's opening. Celebrating Marc Jacobs' 15 years as Creative Director for the brand, the stars came out to celebrate. Vintage trunks, masked nurses carrying handbags done in collaboration with Richard Prince, and 19th century doll clothes were all on display, taking visitors throughout Louis Vuitton's history. Watch this video to see red carpet arrivals, and for a great look into the show last night! 

Also yesterday was the magnificent Fall 2012 ready to wear show. Held inside the Louvre, models stepped out of an old fashion train car, escorted down the runway with their own porters, carrying multiple bags. Jacobs inspiration for the show was for "Things to look like they were from a different time" Which no doubt, goes hand in hand with the exhibition as well. Check out the video of the show, courtesy of Louisvuitton.com, and some still shots from the show as well! 

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LoveArtDeco

On march 9th one of the most exciting fashion exhibitions to date will be opening at Les Art Decoratifs in Paris. Louis Vuitton-Marc Jacobs. Not much else needs to be said after that, but celebrating the original founder, and creative director of 15 years, is definitely something worth talking about. Fashion author  Pamela Golbin is curating the event, and she has also written the accompanying exhibition book, which will no doubt be a must have. The show runs until September 16th, so you have plenty of time to plan that trip to Paris to check it out! In the meantime, be sure and visit the Tumblr site that Louis Vuitton has started called Love Art Deco. Below the down to the second countdown they are posting pictures and videos every few days to give us all a sneak peak of what we can expect at the show! 

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Louis In Paris

There are few things we love more than Marc Jacobs for Louis Vuitton. This year at fashion week in Paris, he once again stunned (hopefully not for the last time). With a larger than life working carousel that serves as the backdrop for the lady-like, 50's inspired fashions for Spring/Summer of next year, this could be one of our favorite moments from Paris. Kate closed the show, looking as beautiful and angelic as ever in a white feathered baby doll dress and messy bun. 

Having been inspired by all of this beauty, we took to the drawers here at HOL and picked out jewels that compliment the look and feel of the show; 50's, pastel, shimmery and fun! 

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Springtime Beauty

Fashion week will sadly be coming to a close tomorrow and as much as we have been inspired by all of the designs, clothing and visions each designer has for the upcoming Spring 2012 season, we cannot forget about another important factor here...The makeup! 

Here are a few insider tips on how to achieve the looks that a few of our favorite designers used in their shows:

Derek Lam: Tom Pecheux for Estee Lauder

The Inspiration: Clean minimalism and open desert landscape of the Kaufmann House by Richard Neutra in Palm Springs.

The Makeup: A dreamy warm look with fresh skin, shimmering eyes with muted yellow shadow highlighted by coppers and greens. Lightly bronzed, contoured cheeks and a sheer golden lip.

Victoria Beckham: Charlotte Tilbury for Lancome


The Inspiration: A handsome and sporty look to compliment the structured and modern designs.

The Makeup: Fresh glowing skin created with shading highlighting to contour the face. The look for the eyes was achieved by using Lancome Liner Design in Bronze Couture (available April 2012), mixed with Absolute Bx moisturizer and then topped with Juicy Tubes in Pure to give the glossy finish.

Chris Benz: Daniel Martin for Lancome


The Inspiration: 1960's Nightclub fixture, and friend of Andy Warhol, Candy Darling.

The Makeup: Shades of sea foam and mint shadow, defined by black gel liner for definition and thick black lashes. Bright lips to add a pop of color using Sequence of Love's lipstick in Rogue (available February 2012). Lastly, a tangerine blush applied high on the cheekbone for the finishing touch.

The Row: Tom Pecheux for Estee Lauder

The Inspiration: Soft and sophisticated. Fresh, natural and beautiful. "The way any woman would want to look when she wakes up in the morning" - Tom Pecheux

The Makeup: Skin illuminator, NEW foundation (launching 2012) and lucidity loose powder were used to achieve the soft glow of the skin. Blonde model's eyes were lined in brown and also used a brown mascara. Brunette models wore black. The lip was Pure long lasting lipstick in Beige. Lastly, the cheeks were the NEW limited edition Gelee Bronzer (launching in 2012).

Marc by Marc Jacobs: Dick Page, Shiseido Artisitc Director

The Inspiration: A minimal and sporty look inspired by Bauhaus and Charles Eames.

The Makeup: A base foundation was used to even out skin tone, then topped with Shiseido Makeup loose powder for a matte finish. A blend of Shiseido Luminizing Satin Face Color in High Beam White and Soft beam Gold were used to create the 'halo' effect around the eyes. Blush applied to the apple of the cheek is a combination of Luminizing Satin Face Color in in Petal, mixed with Soft Beam white. The eyes are a simple combination of black mascara and lip treatment to create a glossy effect on the lid. Shiseido Perfect Rouge Lipstick in Roseate was used on the lip.

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Mood Board: Polka Dots

Just when stripes are all the rage, leave it up to Marc Jacobs to shakes things up with the return of the polka dot. Taking cue, here are a few of our favorite recent polka dot moments.

Clockwise from top left: Runway look from Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2010; black & white polka dot heel from Giuseppe Zanotti SS 2011; Michelle Williams featured in Vogue Oct 2009; 1980 unsigned gold earrings, House of Lavande; Keira Knightly featured in Vogue May 2006; Marc Jacobs revisits the polka dot throughout his signature Fall 2011 collection; Leighten Meester's character Blair Waldorf on Gossip Girl; Keira Knightly featured in British Vogue Jan 2011 Tweet