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# Chic Old-School Sunglasses
Add a Retro Vibe to an Outfit with Precious Pearl Shades from Nasty Gal

By Nicole Ballantyne-Choo | Published 2013-11-10 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/precious-pearl-shades
References: [nastygal](http://www.nastygal.com/product/precious-pearl-shades/_/searchString/Precious) & [wanelo](http://wanelo.com/p/8842574/precious-pearl-shades)

Although the cold weather may be here to stay for the next few months, the bright sun still makes its way out, and a pair of precious pearl shades from Nasty Gal will protect your eyes in style.

These sunglasses add a touch of [retro to your wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-retro-collection) as their perfect circle shape resembles eyewear of the 1960s. Further, you’ll definitely stand out wearing these shades as they’re [adorned with beautiful pearls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-x-swarovski). Since pearl jewelry is no longer a first choice among youth, chances are you’ll be the only one sporting these at school, making them extra unique.

The vintage pearls and shape of these precious pearl shades definitely give off a very Audrey Hepburn look from Breakfast at Tiffany’s.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.5/10
- Popularity: 30% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Retro Sunglasses:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create modern versions of old-school sunglasses with unique embellishments to appeal to fashion-forward consumers.
- **Pearl Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new ways to incorporate pearls into fashion accessories to bring a touch of elegance to contemporary styles.
- **Vintage Fashion Revival:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Tap into the growing demand for retro-inspired fashion by creating updated versions of classic designs from different eras.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Fashion Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative accessories that combine functionality and style to cater to the evolving tastes of consumers.
- **Eyewear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce unique eyewear designs that blend vintage aesthetics with modern materials and technology for a fresh twist on traditional sunglasses.
- **Jewelry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design jewelry pieces that showcase pearls in unconventional ways, attracting a younger demographic seeking distinctive and trendy accessories.

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