The Best Ray Ban Sunglasses

The Best Ray Ban Sunglasses
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What To Look For

Being one of the most popular sunglass manufacturers in the world, Ray-Ban has something for everyone, you just have to know exactly what you want out of your sunglasses. Polarized lenses are made out of high quality crystals that allow you to see things clearer. These types of glasses are great for those who are easily irritated by a glare. P 3 Plus and P 3 lenses allow colors to stand out more intensively, giving you an HD type view, while also keeping your eyes free from the annoying glare of the sun.

Common Pitfalls

It's hard to find cons for a sunglass company that has been around for more than 70 years, but there have been complaints of the sunglasses being a little too heavy, making them uncomfortable to wear for extended periods of time on some individuals.

Where To Buy

To browse the largest inventory of Ray-Ban sunglasses, shop at a local sunglass retail shop such as the Sunglass Hut. Large department stores like Macy's, Saks Fifth Avenue and Nordstrom also carry most of the different models of Ray-Ban sunglasses. If you're looking for a used pair, search online, as many people will sell their old models to trade up to a new model.

Cost

According to the official Ray-Ban website, most of the sunglasses range between $99 and $200 per pair. With all of the new, innovative technology that Ray-Ban has discovered, the features you choose on your sunglasses will play a large role in the price. Material used for the lenses and ear pieces vary from collection to collection, attempting to cater to the needs of each individual.

Comparison Shopping

The Ray-Ban Wayfarer sunglasses, priced at $119 per pair, and allow both men and women to make a chic, fashionable statement wherever they go. Available in tortoise or black, the polarized lenses make for a great day in the sun, without the added annoyance of a glare, which most often results with a pounding headache.

Priced at $120 the Ray-Ban Aviator sunglasses, available in a sheik gold frame with blue tinted gradient lenses, give you enhanced HD vision while you are out in the sunlight. Aside from keeping out the pesky glare of the sun, it illuminates colors, allowing the viewer to see everything as it truly is, instead of shadowing it with a brown tint.

Accessories

Because you have more than likely paid a pretty penny for your new Ray-Ban Shades, protect your investment with a sunglass holder that you can wear around your neck, especially when you are doing something adventurous like river rafting or playing sports. These holders are available in all different colors and designs, and usually run under $10.

Insider Tips

To keep your sunglasses safe from scratching, and those little fingers that sometimes like to play with them, make sure you put them in a sunglass case and tuck them away where they won't be bothered until your next use.

Don't ever get in too much of a hurry and leave your sunglasses on the dashboard of your car. This excessive heat can lead to the distortion of the coating on your lenses, which which can alter the clarity of your vision.

References

Article reviewed by LanieS Last updated on: Dec 8, 2010

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