So which one is the best?
Well Hollywood seems to have the answer. It's the retro look that's in. Stars from the silver screen and the music business alike are opting for the classic look of a pair of Ray Ban rb 2132 New Wayfarer sunglasses. It's the time-less look of the originals, just toned down a little to give a subtler, sleeker look.Special Qualities In Ray Ban New Wayfarer Sunglasses
So what's so special about the New Wayfarer? Well it's very similar to the iconic original, but like I say, just remodeled slightly for this century.
Ray Ban 4105 Folding Wayfarer 601 (size 50mm): Black
The lenses are slightly rounder, while the frame is slightly slimmer and in more of a rectangular shape. This gives a sleeker look that doesn't dominate the face in quite the same way that the originals do. They are, however, instantly recognizable as a pair of Wayfarers.
This slightly slimmer styling looks especially good on women but they are unisex glasses.
It's classic styling and you'll notice that they seem to fit great. They stay firmly on the face when jumping or cycling which makes them ideal for outside sports. Another small but important detail is the lenses sit far enough from your actual eyes that your eye lashes aren't continually brushing it, unlike other less reputable shades.
When you put on a pair of New Wayfarers you know you're donning the same quality style as Audrey Hepburn, Bob Dylan, Tom Cruise, James Dean and many many more who loved the originals.
The lenses and frames too come in a variety of colors. Some of these are; yellow tortoise, navy/black, sand/black, classic tortoise, shiny sand / crystal. There really is a color to suit everyone. Myself, I like the classic tortoise, but each to their own! And remember too, that whatever color you decide to go for it'll always be offering you 100 % UV protection.
Ray Ban 4105 Folding Wayfarer 710 (size 50mm): Tortoise
Check Before Buying!
Ok. Before you order your pair of Ray Ban 2132, there are just a couple of things you need to know to help you buy the perfect pair.
First of all, what size? The 52mm or the 55? Well if you are a man I strongly recommend the larger 55mm frame. They´ll look and fit really well. For women? Well you of course should probably go for the 52's unless you have an unusually large face.
As to colors, it's a personal choice obviously but here are some references to get you going.
In the New Wayfarer, the pair Tom Cruise wore in Risky Business would be color code 901, black/grey green while Audrey Hepburn's tortoise shell ones from Breakfast at Tiffan´s would be color code 902L tortoise.
Make sure you get both of these things right before you buy! The range of colors on the rb2132 is enormous so you shouldn't have too much trouble getting exactly what you want.
Final Thoughts
There aren't too many pieces of fashion that stay “in” for more than a few years. The Wayfarer is one of just a few exceptions. And I can't see a time when the “cool” look you get from a pair of classic Wayfarers is ever going to go away.
And with the New Wayfarer, Ray Ban have put a modern twist on a enduring design.
Better than the original? I don't know. Hard to top the grand daddy of sunglasses. But I think what I can say with some confidence is that the rb 2123 is certainly no fad. These shades are going to be around for many a year. Maybe even as long as the originals, maybe....
Ray Ban 2132 New Wayfarer 811/32 (size 52mm): Blue rubberized
