Some people like to follow the trends, but I have always done my own thing. I like to find clothing and accessories that are a little off the beaten track, and this includes eyewear. I remember when Ray Ban sunglasses first came out with the Wayfarer style in the 80's, and I was in love. I found them before they took off and became an icon of that decade, but even though others wore them and then traded out when a new style came along, I've been wearing them since then. Of course like shoes, I have more than one pair of sunglasses!

Along with my funky Wayfarers sunglasses by Ray Ban, I also have a great pair of oversize sunglasses in my arsenal, so when I'm having a "Jackie O" day, I can bring out these black beauties. Whether I'm going to have lunch at a swanky joint, or attending a fashion show with my friends, I love my black oversize designer sunglasses for these "oh so glamourous" occasions. Of course, to go with my Jackie O shades, I put a fun and unexpected accessory with it, like a black dress with a bright pink scarf or yellow belt. I wouldn't be me if I wasn't mixing a couple creative elements with a standard in the fashion world.

For those sunny days at the beach during the summer, I have performance sunglasses that can keep up with me whether I'm body boarding or playing volleyball. This is not the time for designer sunglasses like my oversize Jackie O's, this is time for my Arnette eyewear. I have a great tortoise shell framed pair of Arnettes that wrap around and keep that bright sun out at all angles and protect my precious eyesight. I have a cute bikini that just sets off my shades, and some crazy flip flops with turtles on them to keep my outfit unique.

I think that sunglasses are an important accessory that should not only change to suit the occasion, but a fashion statement in and of itself, that can make or break my unique style.