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Dior's So Real sunglasses have a certain "je ne sais quoi" that makes them so fashion forward, borderline edgy, and yet so Dior... And undeniably, Rihanna rocks them like no one else. Part of Raf Simon's designs for Dior, the So Real sunglasses are a mix of aviator and art-deco-chic inspirations. (Getty) After the major Ray-Ban Wayfarer frenzy, let's open up to more original and wild styles. Here is a selection from a couple of fun brands worth checking out: I chose the ALCATRAZ design from SPY with the Pink Sunset frame and Happy Bronze lenses. It features an oversized round frame and a metal cip-on Nylon lens. Next, WOODZEE . If you have not heard of them yet, definitely check them out. A beautiful company making amazing  products while respecting our planet. All their pieces are crafted from natural and renewable materials. You can also choose to contribute to their World Program by making a donation during check out. Here is one of my favs,...

Here's a report straight from Salt Lake City's art, fashion & lifestyle shop owned by Laura Hadar, called FICE. The boutique opened April 2008 and is one of SLC's sweetest shop-stops. Today, if you are not living in or cruising through one this major hub of the US snowboard scene, well, there are good news my friend: FICE is now online. Check out their website . I love going to boutiques. I love going to snowboard shops. When I get the opportunity to go to a snowboard lifestyle boutique in my neighborhood, it's pretty much the best thing ever. FICE has done a great job in a cool building in downtown SLC (It used to be a bike shop.) Being owned by Laura Hadar, it lends an instant "core" vibe, and she's definitely taken what she knows about snowboard-skate streetwear, and with her partner in crime Corey have stocked the store with plenty of hard to find goodies. Here are some hoodie goodies. Sorry for the phone pics, but that's what a trendspotter h...