Eye of the tiger with shades.

I've never really cared for spending 200 dollars on a pair of peripherals that you can only use when the sun is out.  Fashion statement was not even an afterthought.  I am one to be the most comfortable in a white cotton t -shirt, basketball shorts, and slippers.  However, I did purchase sunglasses recently.  I came to the realization that the blinding camera light we use at work was a strain on my eyes directly.  I decided it would be best I get some kind of shading accessory like sunglasses or a hat.  I look terrible in most sunglasses and even worse in hats so I decided the lesser of two evils will suffice. 
I tried practically every pair of sunglasses at the store in Waikele and found one that fit me and looked half way decent.  I would have bought it right away because the salesperson was really helpful and informative but it was no polarized.  Weeks later, I looked again for the sunglasses I found and my friend told me I should get a pair that protected the side angles of my eyes from the sun.   So on the search again for another pair.  My friend asked me to try another pair on and I said "Are you serious?  That's gonna make me look like a drag queen."  I tried them on and I indeed looked like a drag queen.  I found a pair that had slightly smaller frames and it looked good but just didn't fit on my face.  I asked for help and I found the golden pair that worked.  I bought the pair of Revo Overhang and took it out for a drive.  After weeks of using it at work, during tennis, and walking, my eye health improved drastically.  I felt my eyes were less strained even using a computer for most of the day. It was a worthwhile investment. 
Some tips on buying sunglasses.  Do some research on the styles that you think would match you.  Do some research on the technologies you might like (like moisture wicking for sports).  Don't knock it till you try it.  I never thought I would look good in the style of sunglasses I got.  Ask for help.  Some salesman really do know what they are talking about.  Protection is key but it has to match your face.  As with all big purchases set a price range for yourself.