ROUND ACCESSORIES FOR WOMEN – TIME TO GET RETRO COOL
The 70s brought us many iconic looks that would forever be immortalized in the history of fashion – from flared pants, center parted hair, platforms to round oversized sunglasses. Over here at ZALORA HK, we have some retro round accessories for women to bring back some of the vintage coolness of the swinging seventies back into wardrobes that are craving for something different, something old yet new. Those round sunnies, or ‘teashades’ as they were sometimes referred to, were originally just pieces of artsy-fartsy, psychedelic, wire rimmed fashion frames that were worn purely for aesthetic reasons back in the days when the hippie culture dominated. Legendary musician John Lennon made circular specs his signature style in those days, and fashion icons from today’s modern era have also taken to rocking such groovy eyewear as well. The plethora of sunnies here – from metal to acrylic plastic and monochromatic to flamboyant colours, there are also shades that offer UV protection against the sun, and they all come in pretty cases to store them in.
A BRIEF HISTORY OF SHADES
Sunglasses might have come centuries after the eyeglasses were introduced to the masses, but it has definitely proven itself to be a useful innovation that protects our eyes from sun damage and glare. While it is not easy to pinpoint its origins, it has been said that they were first used in China in the 12th century, and possibly even earlier than that too. Written accounts from ancient China have described the use of such eyewear by Chinese court judges to disguise their facial expressions when interrogating witnesses. In ancient Rome, emperor Nero was also known to have watched gladiator fights through polished gems to shield his eyes from glare. The sunglasses that we are familiar with now looked a lot different back in the past, they were more like flat panes of quartz. And while they did not offer any sort of UV protection like the modern ones do, they did do a good job of protecting eyes from glare. And when the late 20s rolled around, sun glasses were produced for the masses and quickly gained popularity as a must-have accessory.
NAIL THAT VINTAGE CLASSIC LOOK
You too can look as effortlessly chic as your favourite stars in airports and coffee runs with some key sartorial pieces. The fine art of off-duty celebrity dressing is easily attained with appropriate eyewear and a pair of comfy shoes that can take you anywhere on your errand run. Round spectacles and shades channel enough retro style while still looking cutely geeky and uniquely eccentric, so try them out and look cool on your own terms!
Other than round shades, shapes such as the classic cateye, cool aviators and oversized squares round off the crazy selection of pieces from different local and international brands and the most reasonable price points. There is something to fit every face shape and style, so get ready to be spoiled for choice. Mould your stylish wardrobe into however you want it with a few clicks of the mouse. So don’t hesitate any longer, buy round accessories for women online in Hong Kong at the best price at ZALORA HK today. The many payment modes and top-notch policies on returns will ensure an enjoyable online shopping experience. Shop stress-free now at one of Hong Kong's leading online store and also enjoy a $100 discount coupon code when you sign up for our newsletter.