For me she is just so timeless and her style is obviously an icon for the era.
Heard of Breakfast at Tiffany’s?
Those were Wayfarers that Audrey Hepburn wore in the classic film, MacPhee says.
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They still have that contrarian air about them, which helps them read futuristic versus retro.
Youll see them a lot on creative types, like Rihanna or Beyonce.
Although theyve been a mainstay since the 1920s, theyre popularity ballooned in the 60s.
They really gained traction after being worn by icons such as John Lennon and Jackie Onassis, MacPhee says.
They also became a symbol of equality since men and women wore the same shape.
This style is synonymous with the late 80s and early 90s.
Theyre somehow vintage-y and modern at once.
If you look at a roundup of 80s music videos youll see this look everywhere.
Andy Warhol was often spotted wearing this statement accessory, which symbolized breaking the mold.
They gained further traction from the 60s on, and have continuously evolved in style and function.