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About Michael Kors

Whether you're going hiking in the mountains in Austria, visiting the cliffs on the Algarve coast, mingling in the hustle and bustle of the markets of Marrakesh, sipping delicious cocktails under palms trees on Curaçao or relaxing in a hammock on Fiji: Michael Kors sunglasses and prescription glasses perfect your outfit anywhere... and not only on vacation. Here you can learn more about the Michael Kors brand and get some inspiration about which model to choose.

Origins of Michael Kors

It's difficult to pick a definite point in time when Michael Kors finally made a conscious decision to make a living as a fashion designer. Perhaps it was when Dawn Mello, the fashion director of Bergdorf Goodman visited Lothar's, the New York boutique on 57th Street, where Kors was then employed as a salesman, window dresser, and in-house designer. She immediately recognised the talent of the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) drop-out and explained that she would be happy to look at his collection should he ever decide to branch out in the world of fashion.

Or maybe it was in 1981, when the designer was establishing his Michael Kors brand, now estimated to be worth billions of dollars, or when he opened his first boutique on the ground floor of his parents' house when he had just turned 12 years old. However, it is also possible that the decision to make a name for himself in the competitive world of fashion had taken shape much earlier, in the sketches he started to draw as soon as he could hold a pencil.

Michael Kors as Karl Anderson Jr.

The fashion designer, born in 1959 in Merrick, Long Island and whose real name is Karl Anderson Jr., loved to go shopping with his mother from his early years on. But not in toy stores like other kids, but rather in boutiques. "As an only child I was surrounded by very strong women who were obsessed with fashion, each having their own style. My mother's views were different from those of my grandmother, and my aunts also had minds of their own. But I was also influenced by the men in my family, my grandfather working in the textile industry, my uncle in the fashion business. Only my father had nothing to do with this world. He ran a gas station and was sort of an outsider. From an early age, I learned from my family that fashion was not just a frivolous pastime, it was also a way of making a living," he said in an interview with the newspaper Die Welt.

Curiosity determined his passion. He constantly watched people and their environment, analysing them formally and always considering how their appearance could be improved... and always with a business mind behind it. "I made leather bags, copper jewellery, dyed and batiked things, but at the same time, it was about business. And it was often like that when I listened to my family, when, for example, an uncle talked about a new collection he was dealing with, commenting that this and that coat would sell fantastically. That's how I learned early on that it is exciting to design, manufacture and then see that there is someone who not only buys the products but also uses them in everyday life. And so, my aim from the beginning was to create something that would be sold."

From Young Designer to Fashion Billionaire

And sell he did, when from 1999 to 2003 he was Creative Director at Céline where he saw the bigger picture, in some areas perhaps like no other, which paid off extremely well. In his global empire, which is an indispensable part of the major fashion capitals of the globe, and with the affectionate nickname Michael, Mr. Moneybag or the three-million-dollar-bag-man, Kors has not only been one of the 100 most influential men on the planet since 2014, according to Time Magazine, but a year earlier also broke the financial sound barrier by being included in the billionaire list of Forbes Magazine.

The trademarks of his empire include the world-famous Michael Kors handbags, his own jewellery collections or his accessories for men and women that have democratised the fashion market. But the success story of the man, who has always been tanned since childhood because he says it gives him a "glamorous and dynamic" appearance, did not stop short at the sunglasses industry.

Today Michael Kors eyewear, with its unmistakable MK-gold logo, is one of the most successful designer brands in the eyewear market. Kors and his company, whose frames are produced by Luxoticca, have always remained true to themselves, because the fashion connoisseur knows his strengths, which lie in a familiar and charming, intuitive attraction, without neglecting a certain claim for luxury. The name Kors is the epitome of "sporty elegance" in US-American understanding. Instead of permanently subduing to the pressure of current trends, the New York designer and his team rely on timeless chic that simultaneously radiates elegance and simplicity. Always wearable, always on-trend, always beautiful.

How can I tell if my Michael Kors sunglasses are original?

The fashion giant has done extremely well in all sectors, which is evident in the vast number of copies that have been flooding the market for years. But so far, no fake Michael Kors sunglasses have been able to replicate the exceptional standards of the brand. To make sure you have a Michael Kors original, you should pay attention to a few details: the price of Michael Kors sunglasses should always be a first indicator. In addition, they should be supplied in a Michael Kors case complete with a Michael Kors cloth. Also, the engraved serial number on the outside of the left temple should not be able to be scratched off, any more than the lettering "Michael Kors" or the CE on the inside of the right temple which stands for production according to the strictest EU stipulations. And the golden Michael Kors logo, which can be found on some models, should also not be able to be scratched off or in any way appear inconsistent (e.g. the distance between the lettering). Another identification mark is the company name (Michael Kors) at the top of the left lens. Incorrect spelling Micael Kors or Michael Kohrs is also a clear sign of a fake.

A Favourite Piece of Everyday Life for Stars and Starlets

Famous faces like the actresses Gwyneth Paltrow, Angelina Jolie, Kate Beckinsale, Jennifer Aniston and Emma Stone also serve as models for Michael Kors sunglasses designs. Their colleagues Jamie Foxx, Brad Pitt, Michael Douglas and Robert Downey Jr. were also spotted at several beach resorts wearing a variety of models by Michael Kors. Even fashion models like Nina Agdal, Kate Upton, Lais Ribeiro, Karlie Kloss and Bella Hadid are among the fans of the sporty-chic sunglasses line of the US-American designer.

MK Sunglasses Models - Luxury for Everyday Life

With his sunglasses, Michael Kors creates small works of art, which do not rely on current trends, but incorporate them into original designs. Classical frames are combined with colourful and unconventional colour patterns, while unique frame shapes are given a minimalist look. Kors is and remains faithful to his line, which is synonymous with "sporty elegance" that everyone can identify with. This is the well-known, almost instinctive charisma that the sunglasses frames convey to their wearer in a perfect blend of timeless chic, extravagance and simplicity. Versatility distinguishes the fashion designer, without ever seeming low key or exaggerated. Some of the long-time bestselling styles include:

• The Michael Kors Chelsea (MK5004) is a timeless aviator style that knows no limits but rather pushes them. The sporty style creates a feminine look, thanks to the colourful mirrored lens and rose-gold detailing, and lends cool elegance to every outfit.
• The Michael Kors Adrianna II (MK2024) oversized sunglasses with a flattering square frame and softened corners continues to be extremely popular. Gold-coloured temples and a comfortable plastic front in black or tortoiseshell make this the perfect model for a range of situations, from casual to dressy.
• And when it comes to cat-eye sunglasses, the Kors designers know their stuff. A whole range of models are dedicated to the classical frame, ranging from slim 90s style such as the Michael Kors Perry to oversize full-rim frames like the Michael Kors Bar Harbor.

To find the right pair of sunglasses for your style, use our 3D Virtual Try-On using your webcam. You can also use the filters on the left page to narrow down your search according to frame shape, colour, material or size. You can also order many of our Michael Kors sunglasses with prescription lenses.

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