Layla Grayce

From top to bottom: Stella McCartney Purple Sunglasses, vintage Christian Roth shades, Electric Hightone Round Sunglasses, Marc by Marc Jacobs Oversized Sunglasses in Olive Tortoise, Roberto Cavalli Open Side Sunglasses

From Jackie’s “O”versized sophistication to the all-American aviators donned by Maverick in Top Gun, sunglasses set style in iconic proportions. We’re heeding the call of summer with a fixation on finding just the perfect look to stay made in the shade. From vintage to sassy, savvy to chic, here are our picks for this season’s sunnies. Which one will find you a place in the sun?

We are obsessed, fixated, on a mission. We are gals with a passion for fashion and home decor, and this week we are on a mad search for the perfect platform sandals. The ideal candidate has to meet some pretty discerning criteria: It must elevate us in a very literal way and make our legs look long, lean and fab (inspiring envious looks from trendy girlfriends is a bonus). We’re willing to sacrifice a wee bit of comfort for a fashion fix that look good paired with skinny jeans, shorts and dresses, and if we can wear it to pick up the kids without looking like an terribly overdressed momma, all the better. Check out our picks for starting the Spring season on a high note.

• Metallic: Pelle Moda ‘Jamba’ Sandal
• Navy: Steve Madden Rapup Sandal
• Wood: Juicy Couture Bundy Sandal
• Color: Nine West Tina Platform Espadrille Sandal