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Fashion meets function T1IK HERALD Wedneidiy May 1K9 IS Sunglasses More than meets the eye FASHION MARY MARTIN NIEPOLD Todays sunglasses are as much about style as eye protection While the fashionconscious have virtual wardrobes of sunglasses that they choose for sheer fashion value these same glasses do have a more practi- False alarms keep local Fire Dept busy The Halton Regional Fire Department report Georgetown and Acton seniors homes ex perienced a number of false fire alarms during the last few days of April The first of the four occurred April 27 in the morning at the seniors building at 8 Durham St Georgetown A malfunctioning alarm was given as the cause Malfunctioning alarms were also the reason for false alarms at senior homes at Hyde Park Georgetown at p and at a at Elizabeth Dr in Acton The Holy Cross Schools fire alarm went off at a and it was also the result of a malfunc tioning alarm The fire department also responded to two grass fires the first at 11 a m Apnl 29 at Lot Con 8 in Georgetown and the other approximately two hours later on the First Line in Erin Township The Georgetown fire resulted from someone burning off dry grass and the one in Erin was caused when a resident dumped ashes on a brush site function People today have more than one pair of sunglasses explains Norman Sahk vice president of public rela tions for RayBan the sunglass divi sion of Its no longer an issue of sunglasses as fashion ac cessories Today they are a fashion necessity While some people buy three or four pairs of sunglasses at a clip the average number of sunglasses pur chased per person is 1 3 pairs accord ing to RayBan research done two years ago Currently sunglass trends match styles found in films and as always reflect an aura of mystery romance and drama As status accessories sunglasses are unmatched in their range of fantasymeets function styles The trends continue to be domi nated by older styles that are pretty much generated from mov les rather than any other factor ob serves hate to keep using the Tom Cruise influence but look at what he did for sunglasses in the mov ies Risky Business and Top Gun The same thing is happening as a re suit of his movie Rain Man Serengeti eyewear from Corning Optics was made famous by race car drivers who preferred its glare reduc features Since their 1982 intro duction Serengeti glasses have stressed protective lenses and this year they strengthen their fashion sensibility with 20 new styles According to Sharon A Stone mar keting manager for Corning Optics eyewear has definitely become a sta tus accessory reflected in todays more elegant materials and treatments Over the past few years she ex plains consumers have become more sophisticated about eyewear They understand the need for tive lenses and they have come to ex goodlooking streamlined de sign Now something sunglasses that combine these fea tures with a rich fashion awareness Stone cites the following eyewear trends Surfaces that look and feel expen sive Gold and tortoise frames fit the classic bid to elegance Twotone and twotextured ef fects Look for combinations like black mixed with colored textured materials Black frames In matte or shiny finishes these are classics whatever the styling Aviator 503 nerd beaded and sculpted shapes rely on black Neon frames Brightly colored frames take their cue from sports Flashy neon tones are popularized by surfers and skiers Colored lenses Rosecolored glasses and other pastel tinted tenses are a big story this year Designer names obviously add ca- OPTYL offers stylish eyewear from bigname designers Left Christian chet to sunglasses At Optyl major in- croix creates temples of sculptured links In gold and turquoise 250 Right designers like ChrisUan Sunglasses by Picasso feature goldplated hinges 100 Lacroix Christian Dior Alfred Dun hill and Paloma Picasso create highly and designs but avoid frames that are stylized lines of sunglasses too small or narrow and that curve From European designers this out year look for art details like the ar Round Angular frames work beautifully Vertical and upswept lines are appropriate Avoid shapes that are round or too narrow also stay away from thinrimmed frames Square For women large oval shapes with broad vivid rims are right For men square frames on square faces underscore a look of strength Women should also avoid small and vertical accented frames Triangular These faces look best sculpture forms circling La croixs bold round sunglasses wraparound frames are black with metallic accents Sculpted shapes dominate the Picasso line which likes tortoise and hard gold in frames Whatever the style Optyl offers these shopping tips Make certain that lenses offer protection Optimum lenses absorb 100 percent of ultraviolet or UV rays which can impair vision age the eyes and contribute to cataract formation Determine the shape of your face and purchase shapes according to the following guidelines Oval Choose standard shapes with thinrimmed frames but avoid bold colors and upswept lines Look for frames that follow the natural line of the eyebrow Consider your hair style Light thin or short hair calls for delicate frames Heavier more dramatic frames are right for thick dark hair A long nose can be corrected by a low bridge and a short nose with a high bridge Big noses call for big thick frames lilt NEWSPAPER ENTERPRISE HALTON HILLS COLLISION RR 1 ACTON ONT S AOOA CORNERS YELLOW CAB HALTON HILLS 24 HOUR SERVICE SERVING HALTON HILLS VIDEO RANCH BEAT NINTENDO Than TWmtl MOTHERS DAY VIDEO CARD your own ion coaluTiai Up V Including Tap MACHINE RENTALS CAMCORDER VCM MNTENOO ROYAL CITY We work together for you Halton Hills Milton Areas ALEX GLENN Georgetown 877 5296 Res 1 853 For call Alex Glenn or Barbara Royal Realty BARBARA GLENN Milton 1156 Res 853 189900 HILIS STAY COOL THIS SUMMER Just tight size home easy to heat in winter or easy to coo in summer and just think of all the enjoyment you could have in large lot with its natural gas bar and gazebo Please call Alex or Barb INVESTMENT PROPERTY 3PLEX ACTON Main 2 storey unit approx It with 2 full baths main laundry large country kitchen double garage 2 3 bedrooms patio area to beautiful backyard Two private well kei one bedroom apartments Call Alex or Barb bobs HALTON HILLS VIEW OF FAIRY LAKE Attractive Mansard style offers charming at with wood decor Mam floor fnmiiy room with brick fireplace extra pc washroom off room Check out the many extras Please call Alex or Barb new INVESTMENT PROPERTY BR00KVILIE AREA 106 acres of prime land located about 6 miles north the and 1 mile west ol Guelph Line Spacious 3 bedroom townhome located in Milton close to schools and shopping This one can be seen only by appointment Call Alex Or Barb KILBRIDE r Super starter or retirement on huge lot with view of river offers bedrooms kilchen and living room lull bath and even has a detached garage To view call Alex or Barb HALTON HILLS 3 bedrooms plus spacious kitchen den living room and dining room Full basement large fenced lot family fun In the 1 above ground pool Look this one over for you and your family For more information please call Alex or Barb goes ROCK WOOD Three on Mam Street Convenient location This one we could get vacant possession tor For details please call Alex or Barb mis QUITE SIMPLY THE BEST and it shows in this qualiN built 3500 sq ft home Dine in splendor in the formal i room with double French dos Entertain in the family room with fireplace built in bookcase and wet bar Retire to the spacious master suite with sitting room a private place for those quiet moments Relax in the where the Jacuzzi is built for two Enjoy the summer lazing around in the pool It will be a pleasure to show you this elegant home priced at 435000 MLS Call Ann Cox Sales Rep for your personal showing 1134 FINANCING requests immediate action These vendors are turning the clocks back a few months for qualified purchasers Their loss is your gain with financing for 75 of the purchase price for 1 1 Bright sunny bungalow with a spectacular view of Caledon Hills on acre lot Quick easy commuting Make us an offer For more details or to view contact Carole Wood Sales Rep MLS 21450000 GRAYFORD REALTY INC 246 Broadway Ave 942 Orangeville Ontario L9W