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Thugs In Glasses: Sani Abacha

Jordan — Sun, 27 May 2012 02:00:02 +0000

One of the worlds worst dictators and criminals, Sani Abacha of Nigeria, wore Porsche Design Aviators for decades prior to his death in 1998.

Memorial Day Weekend: Ride Hard Die Fast

Jordan — Sat, 26 May 2012 16:13:19 +0000

Via The Acid Sweat Lodge Research Blog

NBA TV: Dwyane Wade in Silver Lining Sodium

Jordan — Wed, 23 May 2012 18:30:33 +0000

Styled perfectly, Dwyane always looks good post game.

Great Albums, Great Glasses — Brand Nubian

Jordan — Wed, 23 May 2012 01:00:17 +0000

Listen to the Sotify album.

The Helium — A New Classic for Women

Jordan — Tue, 22 May 2012 15:05:13 +0000

Available exclusively at Silver Lining Opticians, online by clicking above, and at A. Kinney Court in Venice, CA.

Iconic Designer Birthday: Dieter Rams

Jordan — Mon, 21 May 2012 18:01:10 +0000

One of the 20th Centuries most prolific industrial designers, Dieter Rams’ work is seen in a variety of industries. His classic p3 glasses are also a designers favorite, and timeless. Many of his designs were for Braun and Vitsoe.

A great article about 10 design principles from Mr. Rams is available here.

I Did It My Way

Erik — Sun, 20 May 2012 13:44:16 +0000

Ol’ blue eyes the chairman of the board Frank Sinatra.

Delon, Just Because

Jordan — Thu, 17 May 2012 21:37:24 +0000

Profile: Bryan Rafanelli — Rafanelli Events

Jordan — Wed, 16 May 2012 17:31:53 +0000

Bryan Rafanelli’s Rafanelli Events is one of the worlds premier event planning firms. We are always pleased to see Bryan popping up on Martha Stewart, writing for the NY Times, features for People Magazine, and planning some of the most elaborate parties we only see pictures of. Bryan has been wearing the Silver Lining Opticians Hydrogen frame in Navy gloss.

Thin Is In — Barton Perreira Cassady

Jordan — Mon, 14 May 2012 19:09:05 +0000

One of Barton Perreira’s newest women’s styles is the Cassady available in six colors. Its truly beautiful.