Oakley: Protection & Personality

Sunglasses used to just be a cool accessory for me. The first pair of sunglasses I fell I love with was my 1980’s aviators. I wasn’t looking for eye protection; my idea of style was to look exactly like everyone else. This was before I believed in sunscreen too. I know, how completely not cool was I?

Then I branched out into some more high-fashion designer glasses. Sure I wanted my glasses to protect my cute little laugh lines from the sun, but I still didn’t care how they performed. My goal was to look as glamorous as possible at the beach and pool.

After my corrective eye surgery surgeries, sunglasses became mandatory to protect my eyes whenever I was outside. This was new territory for me. Previously, I never wore sunglasses while playing golf. I was worried that glasses would bother me while I played. Remember, I find dangly earrings a distraction on the course.

With Oakley I don't have to choose between style and performance. Oakley has always had a strong reputation for sports sunglasses, but now Oakley offers some incredibly hip eyewear that is ideal for golf too. Oakley's polarized lenses and patented High Definition Optics (HDO) have 100% protection from UV rays that also counteracts cataracts. The lenses also eliminate glare while keeping my vision clear and sharp. Many of my old sunglasses were dark and cloudy, and often gave me a headache.

I'm especially fond of how Oakley sunglasses are designed to protect that ever so delicate skin around your eyes from signs of aging. They are also tough and can save your eyes from errant shots. If a Shankapotomus fires a golf ball at your eyes, you better be wearing Oakley eyewear.

The Oakley Liv sunglasses are my favorite for the golf course. My Livs look more like a work of art. They are made of a lightweight C-5 alloy that is meticulously hand assembled and hand polished. I honestly forget I am wearing glasses when I golf with them because they are so light and comfortable. Plus, I putt better because the lenses enhance my ability to see the contour of the greens. I have never been able to do that with my other glasses.

My favorite off-the-course glasses are Oakley as well. Check out Dangerous and Script styles. They are awesome on the beach as well as on the links. Oakley offers an endless variety of cool eyewear—including custom glasses. There is something for everyone.