Fashion: $229 frames at Visionary

August 17, 2012 at 9:11PM
$229 frames at Visionary.
$229 frames at Visionary. (Margaret Andrews/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

"The future" as seen through the filter of sci-fi films of the '80s -- think "Tron," "Robocop" and "Blade Runner" -- is a huge influence on fashion this fall. Sharp angles, sleek silhouettes and smooth textures with metallic finishes are exemplary of this retro-futuristic look. Perhaps taking a cue from this trend, the hippest eyewear shop in town, Visionary, just restocked its vintage dead-stock frames, this time with a handful of '80s-era novelties ($129-$229). So if you can't pony up for that Balenciaga dress, you can at least afford some killer spectacles -- another trend that popped up on the runways this fall. If you don't wear glasses, the flexible staff can transform the frames into sunglasses by adding tinted lenses. (Visionary, 2906 1/2 Hennepin Av. S., Mpls., 612-822-3937.)

Ferociter 'virtual scavenger hunt'

Local jewelry and accessories line Ferociter is hosting a "virtual scavenger hunt" in honor of Fall Fashion Weekend, and the lucky winner will walk away with a necklace from the line's new Swoon Collection. The line consists of bold, unique accessories that merge graphic and Victorian inspiration for a thoroughly modern look. Vita.mn has exclusively obtained the first clue from Ferociter designer Aimie Dukes: "This location's namesake really knows how to sing the blues." Visit www.ferociterstyle.com through Saturday for additional clues.

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