News: Halston Designer Creates Sunglasses, Consumers Head To Levi’s, And More

1. The designer Marios Schwab, who recently took over Halston, has also created a line of sunglasses. In case you’re not all about the Lennon look, shop our guide to the best sunglasses.  [Independent]

2. Recession-weary consumers are sticking with tried-and-true brands like Levi’s and Kate Spade.  It makes sense in tough times to wear the best skinny jeans and carry a good handbag.  [WWD]

3. Three museums banded together to stop nine historic Vionnet haute couture dresses from being exported from Britain.  Those must be some pretty important party dresses. [Vogue UK]

4. Apparently a particular rosy glow from eating fruits and vegetables, as opposed to being suntanned, makes you more attractive to the opposite sex.  Of course, that doesn’t mean you have to put down the self-tanner, just pick up your apples and asparagus to go with it. [Daily Mail]