SUMMER and sunglasses are made for each other. It’s fashion statement as well. Today it is no longer just the privilege of the celebrities to flaunt the latest in shades.

It’s hot, hot out there with the sun glaring down ferociously on all and sundry. Time to flaunt the latest in shades. Well, people don't call them 'goggles' any more.

While protecting the eyes from the sunray is a legitimate reason, many youngsters and even the not-so-young, admit that sometimes it is the fashion element that pushes them to invest in a pricey pair of sunglasses while a cheaper variety would have  done the job as well.

In the photograph: Demi Moore

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