How to Pick Sunglasses for Men

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  • Опубліковано 6 вер 2024
  • Learn how to pick the perfect pair of sunglasses with Gary Black, owner of Black Optical in Tulsa, OK. (blackoptical.com)

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  • @gasfrommyanusi0i594
    @gasfrommyanusi0i594 8 років тому +106

    The shades he picked out at the end fits him and his style very well. This guy knows what he's saying.

  • @donniemontoya9300
    @donniemontoya9300 7 років тому +91

    Aviators, side part, and a mustache. Yup, 1970s cop.

  • @gogogoup
    @gogogoup 10 років тому +101

    that dude looks good in all the shades, the sales guy.

    • @PurpleSwan
      @PurpleSwan 8 років тому

      +Nuralif Othman Most of the models do. They have small to medium sized faces/heads so the sunglasses give the impressions of the best and most comfortable fits. Just try some of these styles like Wayfarers and Clubmasters or practically any sunglasses with a designer name on a big person with a larger face/head and see the difference. The fit is always too small, yet, "One Size fits ALL" dominates the market because that's the way the Italian monopoly wants it. Ever notice that most ads for sunglasses don't even mention specific sizes and the few that do are listing average size ranges?

  • @TheRedWon
    @TheRedWon 11 років тому +2

    As far as brands go, I highly recommend American Optical. Made in the USA, steel frames, real glass lenses, and are used by the US Air Force. And if military use isn't cool enough for you, they're also the sunglasses that Neil Armstrong wore in space. I got a pair on Amazon for $40, which was about a 50% discount, and I love them.

  • @FisherScotland
    @FisherScotland 5 років тому +14

    Freddie Mercury reviewing sun glasses .... 😂😂😂😂

  • @artofmanliness
    @artofmanliness  11 років тому +25

    • @dudmatix
      @dudmatix 10 років тому

      Barton perreira dean or hakan.
      The one before that is salt optics lodin.

    • @DEditor51
      @DEditor51 10 років тому +1

      Do you know which glasses are shown at 1:20

    • @dudmatix
      @dudmatix 10 років тому

      Garrett Leight wilson sunglasses. Not completely sure, but looks like it.

    • @dr.drauziovraunelas4391
      @dr.drauziovraunelas4391 10 років тому

      spy happy lens us a god choise?

    • @ankushsrivastava2919
      @ankushsrivastava2919 5 років тому

      .

  • @FREDSDEADBABE
    @FREDSDEADBABE 11 років тому +1

    I've been a greaser and have had sideburns ever since I was 12 (I was an early bloomer), I wore Aviators and Wayfarers when they went outta style and then when they came back in style (I am not a hipster). Obviously the good ole black sheepskin jacket fits them nicely if you are into the sort of thing like I am. Facial hair can have a lot to do with it too, as well as the thickness of your eyebrows. Thick ones can blend in with the wayfarers.

  • @bctruck
    @bctruck 10 років тому +3

    well,they do seem a bit cliche,but ive worn wrap arounds for 30 years. Im a biker and trukcer and keeping sun out,and wind from whipping around the sides of your glasses and drying out your eyes, is paramount to being able to stay in the saddle longer.I am a huge dude with big head and wide bridge. I found a pair of bole that fit me perfectly, and i bought 10 pair. that was nearly 15 years ago and im on my second to last pair. they scratch easily just from putting them into and taking them out of a shirt pocket every day for a year or more. sadly, they no longer make the style that fit me so well, so my search will resume once im on my last pair.

  • @Bleek17Six
    @Bleek17Six 8 років тому +4

    Wayfarer & Round John Lennon Styled frames are by far the best ...

  • @BigAdam2050
    @BigAdam2050 11 років тому +3

    To anyone who finds they chew through sunglasses at a rate (either because of build quality, or you're just a touch clumsy) have a look at tinted safety specs / goggles.
    They come in a range of styles, the lenses are impacts / scratch / UV resistant, they tend to be made fairly stocky and can keep up with abuse.

  • @JPKloess
    @JPKloess 8 років тому +1

    Nice focus job with that shallow depth of field!

  • @PurpleSwan
    @PurpleSwan 8 років тому +6

    No one ever talks about size! Size is a big, big problem for people with extra large faces/heads. Most sunglasses in shop for have limited style ranges usually in mediums and smalls or even worse, one size fits all. Finding a large or extra large fit in anything outside of Aviators is very, very difficult and expensive as hell.

    • @osgazer
      @osgazer 8 років тому +1

      well said

    • @DerHalbeEuro
      @DerHalbeEuro 8 років тому

      +Alvin H
      Try Police, Dolce & Gabana or Emporio Armani.
      If you want the more sportive look try Carrera or Oakley.
      These brands have a huge collection specific for men's face shape (larger than woman). I can`t wear most Persol's or Ray Ban Models too because 90% of the mainstream models are unisex frames but in reality they are better fitting for woman than men because woman buys more and often so it's important for the companies that the frames fits them better. Yeah it's unjust for men but that`s the way it is.

    • @PurpleSwan
      @PurpleSwan 8 років тому

      +DerHalbeEuro I tried those brands and, again, they don't list the sizes. You did understand that was my complaint before your replied, right? Size. Size! Size!!!

  • @LuisTorres-gw6dg
    @LuisTorres-gw6dg 11 років тому +1

    My question is what about picking polarized over non polarized, is it worth the premium? And I wished he would have talked about lens sizing, every time I go online to look for shades, there are the lens size and how the arm is supposed to sit on your ear.

  • @sergiopaez2428
    @sergiopaez2428 11 років тому +1

    "theres a little rebel in all of us, and where men, so we shouldn't be told what to do." fucking beautiful sir, well said indeed.

  • @JamesLFilms
    @JamesLFilms 11 років тому

    My personal favorite pair of sunglasses are the classic gold aviator by American Optical. It's very classic and Don Draperish.

  • @WinsantStore
    @WinsantStore 5 років тому

    Basically, it all depends on personal preferences...there is not standard rule for that....

  • @ariasmathew1399
    @ariasmathew1399 6 років тому

    I am crazy about trendy sunglasses and ready to keep knowledge about latest glasses. I have recently buy tiny sunglasses online store Blank sunglasses and I am so happy to got my new glasses.

  • @Roy_Godiksen
    @Roy_Godiksen 9 років тому

    Good video. But i prefer the 5th kind of shades. Sport shades.

  • @krojmir5502
    @krojmir5502 8 років тому +21

    3:33 ''too angular for your face shape... or'' what is it??? lol

    • @PJEntusSalt
      @PJEntusSalt 8 років тому +1

      He said "for the style you are going for"

  • @Mr243Smiley
    @Mr243Smiley 10 років тому +72

    The 70's called. They want their mustache back.

  • @abukh86
    @abukh86 11 років тому

    Doesn't get any simpler than that! Although I did make the "bridge" mistake on my first sunglasses purchase.

  • @alp300
    @alp300 11 років тому +1

    I wish you guys had discussed pricing in the video. How much should a decent pair cost of sunglasses cost without overspending?

  • @carleavesceo709
    @carleavesceo709 6 років тому

    I wear Versace sunglasses, very stylish and classic.

  • @robinlehmann3505
    @robinlehmann3505 10 років тому

    Does anyone know the brand and the model of the wayfarer and the clubmaster he puts on at the beginning? Thank you

  • @JamesLFilms
    @JamesLFilms 11 років тому

    I have the 55mm and they fit and look awesome.

  • @tannerK102
    @tannerK102 11 років тому +4

    Maui Jim is where it's at!

    • @NandortheRelentless
      @NandortheRelentless 7 років тому

      Nah Ray Bans are the only true sunglasses.

    • @littlegoobie
      @littlegoobie 7 років тому +3

      not so much since luxotica ruined RB. MJ is the best on the market for sure. opticians will tell you the same.

  • @WiseFoolTrades
    @WiseFoolTrades 8 років тому +8

    You look just like Freddie Mercury at 3:18

    • @flmoto2381
      @flmoto2381 5 років тому

      Wise Fool yes he does

  • @hockeyqeek
    @hockeyqeek 11 років тому

    Use Mozilla as your browser and install 'ad block' as an add-on. No more ads.

  • @rusefacts2011
    @rusefacts2011 9 років тому +13

    sunglasses were made for night

  • @jasonbetz1963
    @jasonbetz1963 11 років тому

    Black Optical ships world wide!

  • @warpfire037
    @warpfire037 9 років тому

    I personal like my sunglasses to form to my face, M frames are my favorite.

  • @CALACASEYEWEAR
    @CALACASEYEWEAR 9 років тому

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  • @wadsworth2351
    @wadsworth2351 Рік тому

    What's the aviator that Gary's wearing for demo? They can be seen well at 1:00
    Thanks.

  • @freedoomed
    @freedoomed 11 років тому

    what about oakley *jacket style? or small rectangular lenses on a wireframe? Both of which i wear. the styles in this video arent really for me.

  • @lkdriver22
    @lkdriver22 11 років тому +2

    Damn i wish i had such shops around :( Awesome video!

  • @X.00896
    @X.00896 11 років тому

    Adblock is also on Google Chrome.

  • @N1cX59
    @N1cX59 10 років тому +28

    These guys won a jackpot in genelottery.

    • @DerHalbeEuro
      @DerHalbeEuro 8 років тому

      +N1cX59
      Did you mean they look good??

    • @panej21
      @panej21 5 років тому

      @@DerHalbeEuro he was trying to say they're cute but not sound gay

  • @markboekraad7525
    @markboekraad7525 8 років тому

    this gent of Black Really knows how to spot fitz on customers ( or, how to auto avoid the recent abundancy of flakes incorporated ) since, riffly

  • @jadou88
    @jadou88 8 років тому +1

    Dear AoM
    at minute 1:05 your guest showcases what i hear was called "ClubMen" style of glasses
    is there any way you can tell me the exact model of these glasses because all I see on the web are RayBans clubmasters that do not look anything like the ones in the video am i spelling something wrong or missing anything
    thank you

  • @eloctocs13
    @eloctocs13 11 років тому

    Thank you this is some great information. Wish I had this before I got my first pair of glasses. Good tips thanks

  • @Al-po2oh
    @Al-po2oh 4 роки тому

    I was hoping for some info on the types of lens, polarized etc.

  • @codylujan
    @codylujan 7 років тому

    The only sunglasses I wear is clubmaster and wayfarer. I use to wear aviators and it fit my face shape because I was skinny. Now I gained a lot of weight and it rounded out my jaw line.

  • @Tantei7
    @Tantei7 8 років тому

    Is there also a video on how to pick the right "normal" glasses? If not, any chance you are going to make one?

  • @No-1.In.Particular
    @No-1.In.Particular 7 років тому +1

    I love chrome aviators

  • @matejus13
    @matejus13 11 років тому +1

    This is not about fashion, it's about style.

  • @noctuamagna6724
    @noctuamagna6724 11 років тому +1

    What about the alien-eye shape? That has always been my favorite shape.

  • @TuanLeKreuk
    @TuanLeKreuk 9 років тому

    I'm looking for a all black sunglass like the wayfarer frame except I'm looking for thinner sides? can anyone help me?

  • @chemacb
    @chemacb 11 років тому

    I think your new shades look great on you. :) I was really impressed with how well Gary chose those glasses, too bad I'm not in OK.

  • @norbushakya8403
    @norbushakya8403 8 років тому

    will u please check it....my face shape and shades for it...please!!

  • @Ek70R
    @Ek70R 9 років тому +8

    yea of course just a myth! yea -__- all of the glasses suit him awesomly of course he can say that!! =_=

  • @rscottrogers22
    @rscottrogers22 10 років тому

    What is the background music?

  • @FirdausIsmail1
    @FirdausIsmail1 11 років тому +1

    this guy know his stuff!

  • @Sperium3000
    @Sperium3000 8 років тому

    I really want to try the round shades but I never find a place selling them here in my town D8

  • @mad8vskillz
    @mad8vskillz 11 років тому

    One thing I'm curious about, what about the wraparound safety/athletic sunglasses? Not AoM approved? These fashion glasses do not work with motorcycle helmets. At all.

  • @latrellmitchell348
    @latrellmitchell348 2 роки тому

    My favorite sunglasses versace and dolce and gabbana 🕶 my name is latrell.

  • @romariohamilton8279
    @romariohamilton8279 8 років тому

    Hi I am shopping online for my first adult size sunglasses. I know that u have your beliefs about face shapes but I have a heart shape face with a big head. Since I'm shopping online and my country doesn't sell the ones that I want. What type and size should I get. Thanks for your reply.

  • @abcdefg90522
    @abcdefg90522 11 років тому

    Great video. I really like the song that plays in it.

  • @cameronbecker2733
    @cameronbecker2733 11 років тому

    Nice video as always but it would be nice know about the different types of lenses. Also what are you gaining as you go up in price?

  • @sebastianrules82
    @sebastianrules82 11 років тому

    Hey can anyone tell me what's the name of the haircut the salesman has! Would appreciate a million.

  • @felixbyrne394
    @felixbyrne394 2 роки тому

    Good tips thanks

  • @christophercox1728
    @christophercox1728 4 роки тому

    Been looking for sunglasses that fit me. Anywhere I can hop to get suggestions and input on the right ones?

  • @themangix357
    @themangix357 11 років тому

    Oh perfect, and I was planning on getting a new pair of sunglasses. Nice vid!

  • @cptsakamoto
    @cptsakamoto 9 років тому +1

    which one your wearing at the time 3.17

  • @kostadinhariskov6137
    @kostadinhariskov6137 8 років тому

    What about the width of the frame? Where it shut end? On top of the cheeks or not?

  • @0918788906
    @0918788906 10 років тому

    Question, when you wear sunglasses, do they have to cover your eyebrows? ??

  • @MNEAntonio
    @MNEAntonio 9 років тому

    Can you just tell me the model name or code for the sunglasses at 0:44 please? Because they look like Polo Ralph Lauren..

  • @wth_mahmud.k2561
    @wth_mahmud.k2561 7 років тому

    1:22 in this videos i see round shape sunglass.Can u tell me what colour of is this lense?i also search it on blackoptical.com bt i did not find this sunglass.

  • @observingrogue7652
    @observingrogue7652 7 років тому

    This was very helpful. Thank you.

  • @AzureSymbiote
    @AzureSymbiote 8 років тому

    Could someone please link me to the music?

  • @lkdriver22
    @lkdriver22 11 років тому

    Sorry saw your answer too late! Thats nice :) But you know what really would be cool if i could walk into the shop too and see what fits me, but hey at least i can order and try it at home. Thanks for the reply :)

  • @jonathanwick6147
    @jonathanwick6147 5 років тому

    What's the name of soundtrack

  • @tyleralvarez6643
    @tyleralvarez6643 10 років тому

    What brand and model were the clubman's he tried on?

  • @jeremyallen620
    @jeremyallen620 9 років тому

    what make and model are those clubman glasses ?

  • @pastoraj
    @pastoraj 11 років тому

    Loved the video, but what about us older guys that are forced to wear regular glasses. Could really use some help here.

  • @AGuyWhoPunkUMama
    @AGuyWhoPunkUMama 7 років тому

    i can't tell the difference between good/bad bridge fit. those examples all looked the same.

  • @aitornavarro6597
    @aitornavarro6597 8 років тому

    Model name of the clubmen style he's wearing?

  • @nkmac171
    @nkmac171 11 років тому

    falling down is the best movie...the cracked glasses movie

  • @MichalGamrot
    @MichalGamrot 11 років тому

    What music are you using for this video?

  • @DarcProjekt
    @DarcProjekt 11 років тому

    So, did you guys call each other up in the morning and decided to coordinate the horizontally striped polo shirt?

  • @abose6112
    @abose6112 8 років тому

    thnx for the video......awesum.....jus wat i ws lookin for..!

  • @uesugikaru
    @uesugikaru 2 роки тому

    Key hole brige sunglasses are hard to pull off.

  • @newzealandprepper9278
    @newzealandprepper9278 8 років тому

    i wear a clubmen style safety glasses i use to have a pair of aviators

  • @henrique.bardella
    @henrique.bardella 8 років тому

    what is the Aviator's model at 0:50?

  • @RealInternetTV
    @RealInternetTV 11 років тому

    I just got a pair of ray ban RB2132 (55) now I want to also get those clubmans like the guy at 2:51 does anyone know where I can find them at

  • @josez7433
    @josez7433 10 років тому +4

    Your mustache is glorious

    • @sitbone3
      @sitbone3 6 років тому

      No, its gay.

  • @arbiter569
    @arbiter569 11 років тому

    What about more sporty glasses?

  • @sitbone3
    @sitbone3 6 років тому

    I think I graduated from elementary school in that shirt. Back in the 50's.

  • @DavidTube5
    @DavidTube5 11 років тому

    I like the aviators.

  • @freshwinnter6388
    @freshwinnter6388 10 років тому

    I didn't know you lived in tulsa, i live in bartlesville!

  • @DEditor51
    @DEditor51 10 років тому

    Which brand and model are the glasses at 1:21 the round sunglasses?

    • @synhet84
      @synhet84 9 років тому

      DEditor51 did you find the model? they are ray ban round but wich one?

  • @indramardanus130
    @indramardanus130 5 років тому

    Pink

  • @CuchuIainn
    @CuchuIainn 9 років тому +1

    I prefer pint glasses.

  • @raychealxee8025
    @raychealxee8025 10 років тому

    Hey there Gary Black, thanks for sharing great tips! I finally picked one that suits my bf :)

    • @raychealxee8025
      @raychealxee8025 10 років тому

      to those of u who are interested in some good classic Ray-Bans aviators, check out amazon here, i ordered mine and can't wait for it to arrive!
      amazononlinesales.com/wp/ray-ban-aviator-sunglasses

  • @my1astname
    @my1astname 11 років тому

    I didn't realized it was so hard for guys to pick shades...try a bunch till it feels right

  • @rich068
    @rich068 9 років тому +2

    I would have said go for the club master

  • @shubhamsr3323
    @shubhamsr3323 6 років тому

    New mamber of your channel

  • @LeightonRathbone
    @LeightonRathbone 11 років тому

    Interesting they never mentioned the wrap-around "oakley's style" as a shape, not that I ever liked them.

  • @whatdupdoh
    @whatdupdoh 11 років тому

    Thats all on you and your budget. Back when I had a good job Id drop a few hundred on Pradas and Ray Bans now I just go to Target.

  • @andrew-paulclements1502
    @andrew-paulclements1502 6 років тому

    I go round all the way

  • @gtr3cords
    @gtr3cords 11 років тому

    How about a hair tutorial on this dudes hair. This is exactly how i want mine but its too curly! i cant never get it straight like that.