the-BA : Designer shades

Designer sunglasses may be the height of fashion - but they offer no more protection from the sun than cheap alternatives costing £1 a pair. As long as glasses have the British Standard mark they should protect against harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays regardless of cost, says Health Which? magazine.

Have you ever wondered why designer sunglasses cost a bomb? What is it that makes them so much more expensive – is it just because they look more stylish?

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Further links:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/2131163.stm

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