Von Zipper Sunglasses
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Von Zipper sunglasses embody all that is hip and cool in today’s world of extreme sports, the X games and among the "who’s who" of snowboarding, skateboarding, BMX and surfing. Once a small company setting out to provide something "a little different" in the world of eyewear, Von Zipper brings us high quality, style and superior durability.
Von Zipper Sunglasses and Goggles
Many fashionistas may not even know that Von Zipper’s main industry was not originally sunglasses, but snowboarding goggles. Providing superior safety and protection from the sun with anti UV lenses, these extreme sporting goggles made their way into snowboarders' hearts very quickly. Buying sunglasses can be tough; VZ makes the choice easy with all they offer.
Types of Von Zipper Goggles
- Feenom: circulating air between face and goggles and accommodating small faces are the winning features here.
- Bushwick: wide peripheral vision, helmet compatible
- Bushwik MX: same as above plus triple density foam for contour against face
- Sizzle: superior ventilation to eyes and face, helmet compatible
- Sizzle MX: same as above plus specialized helmet hinging
Von Zipper Sunglass Collections
VZ offers three main categories of sunglasses outside of their goggles inventory. From wildly designed “GenX” designs to more reserved looks, the 2007 line offers a look for anyone in both men’s and women’s collections:
- Parking Lot: the cornerstone of all other Von Zipper sunglasses styles, these are highly functional, stylish, durable (constructed from Grilimid and acetate) and versatile
- Lunar Junction: this metal framed collection focuses more on a sophisticated look. Comfort and style marry to create functionality and an understated sensibility
- Moonlight Daydream: the Von Zipper women’s collection featuring the hottest styles for today’s cutting edge hipster. Metal and acetate frames.
Price Range
Von Zipper sunglasses and goggles range in price for men’s and women’s styles from about $60 to $200. Finding deals on the Internet for VZ’s can be easy, just make sure you are getting the real deal before you add them to your e-cart.
So, You’re Not a Snowboarder
You hear all the time about how effective these shades and goggles are for keeping humidity out while boarding and for how well they protect your peepers against harmful UV rays. You don’t have to be an extreme sports nut or even a snowboarder at all to enjoy the styles Von Zipper provides. It goes without saying that superior UV protection is always a plus, whether you are hitting the slopes or sailing down the highway on a road trip.
The Billabong Acquisition of Von Zipper
In 2001, Billabong bought Von Zipper which at that point was just about a year old. The acquisition was said to have been extremely favorable for both parties. Billabong CEO Paul Naude was interviewed by TransWorld SURF magazine and noted to reporters there that he was excited to have a progressively designed eyewear line to compliment all else that the Billabong lines offer for extreme sports athletes and everyday folks.
Information and Pictures
For the best information and most up-to-date pictures and descriptions of the newest Von Zipper lines of goggles and sunglasses, check the Von Zipper official Website. There are always full details of all the features that each pair of glasses or goggles offers plus listings of local, reliable retailers in your area.
The Von Zipper Appeal
If what you want is high fashion, a highly recognizable designer name, quality that exceeds today’s sunglasses' standards in the haute couture industry and superior UV protection, then Von Zipper sport sunglasses are for you. Check out the many styles available and the ever changing catalog of eyewear. Don’t neglect Von Zipper’s apparel — now aligned with Billabong, the two have merged to create some of the hottest and most versatile garments in the extreme sporting world. Von Zipper also offers frames for men and women in reading glasses, prescription sunglasses and bifocals.
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