Guy-ccessory: Shwood's Earthy Shades

Some good news for gents who retired their beloved Wayfarer sunglasses as a result of their growing ubiquity. Portland-based company Shwood has created a new take on the iconic accessory with an eco-friendly, unlikely material: wood. The brand's debut collection, inspired by all-American rebel James Dean, uses locally-sourced exotic hardwoods whose grains make each frame's colors and textures one-of-a-kind. Shwood's in-house manufacturing is also unique, as each step of their eyewear's production process, from ply cutting to finish, is done by hand and conducted within one workshop -- a rarity in the global accessory market. All models are accompanied by 100 percent UVA/UVB Carl Zeiss lenses and are available in polarized models, which helps reduce glare. Even better? You can make your own pair. Shwood's user-friendly website allows discerning buyers to create custom-made shades by choosing both the wood grain and lenses they prefer.