The Ultimate accessory to looking like Sex and the City
Chanel has long reigned as one of the world’s most prestigious brands. Unlike virtually all of its rivals, it has never fallen out of style. Inevitably much of the credit goes to Coco Chanel’s personal, ground-breaking originality, but for more than 20 years it is Karl Lagerfeld who has carried the torch for the House of Chanel.
With the style and sass of its perfume line is the Chanel sunglasses line. And yes, Chanel were also propelled to great stardom when the girls of Sex and the City started wearing them.
Unless you’re from another planet, was exiled to a land without television or you haven’t had any form of contact with any form of media- it is highly unlikely that you don’t know those girls.
Admit it. You know those girls. You love them. You want to be like them. You talk about their characters as if they’re real people. We all have a little of those women in each of us.
While their designer duds are just way expensive for the average person, the sunglasses that they wear, aren’t that costly. Think of it as an investment. It’s a prized accessory that will pull your outfit together. Go ahead and indulge in a pair of Chanel glasses. It’s worth it.
Here’s a guide to looking like your favorite Sex and the City star with the line of Chanel sunglasses.
If you’re a Carrie: Quirky big-haired writer who has a flair for really expensive shoes. Show off your Chanel sunglasses by pairing them off with your designer dress and Manolo Blahniks. Choose the wide-rimmed, really dark lenses with a bit of a trendy edge to it. After all, that’s what Carrie is all about. She’s high-end style with a bit of an edge to it.
If you’re a Miranda: Think corporate. Pair your Chanel with your office suit and pumps. Make sure that you have that sexy little top that goes under your suit for that drink after work. Chanel sunglasses come in amber shades, which are perfect for that corporate attire without being too hip.
If you’re a Charlotte: Charlotte is Park Avenue style. She wears pastels everyday and coordinates her accessories relentlessly. Grab a pair of classic Chanel sunglasses. Those are big black sunglasses which remind you of Jackie O and Audrey Hepburn. The Chanel sunglasses will definitely pull your Charlotte look.
If you’re a Samantha: Sexy clothes in vibrant colors. That’s Samantha’s style. She’s trendy and sassy. Her clothes are iridescent, screaming and always over the top. She loves experimenting. So the best pair of Chanel sunglasses for a Samantha is those which don’t look conventional. You can find leopard print frames, pink lenses and over the top designs in the Chanel sunglasses line.
So whether you’re a Carrie, a Miranda, a Charlotte or a Miranda, Chanel sunglasses will make your outfit and will definitely bring that oomph in your apparel.
Just make sure that you return your sunglasses to its protective case to preserve its quality. Don’t leave it lying around the house where it is open to harsh elements- be it your sister, your maid or your dog.
Here’s to looking like your favorite girl with Chanel sunglasses.