Shade Me If You Can Sunglasses by Elina Gleizer

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DI: What is the main principle, idea and inspiration behind your design?

EG : Sunglasses are all about ergonomics and body fit.

DI: What has been your main focus in designing this work? Especially what did you want to achieve?

EG : The main focus in my work was to create a unique - innovative piece.

DI: What are your future plans for this award winning design?

EG : I truly believe that "Shade me if you can" sunglasses has a "star quality". This fashion forward unisex piece, appealing to different age crowds, and can be made with different material-color combination. I'm sure that "Shade me if you can" sunglasses would leave their mark in the innovative fashion accessory zone.

DI: How long did it take you to design this particular concept?

EG : 4-5 months.

DI: Why did you design this particular concept? Was this design commissioned or did you decide to pursuit an inspiration?

EG : I designed it as a part of my graduation project. My inspiration was the extraction of a specific body parts, using their curves and guidelines.

DI: Is your design being produced or used by another company, or do you plan to sell or lease the production rights or do you intent to produce your work yourself?

EG : I plan to manufacture it and sell it under my brand.

DI: What made you design this particular type of work?

EG : I always had an attraction toward sunglasses. Doing one my self was sort of a dream come true. I think that this project truly represents my abilities and aesthetics.

DI: Where there any other designs and/or designers that helped the influence the design of your work?

EG : Alexander Mcqueen RIP

DI: Who is the target customer for his design?

EG : Unisex adult fashion lovers

DI: What sets this design apart from other similar or resembling concepts?

EG : The ergonomics, material combination and the face its all handmade.

DI: How did you come up with the name for this design? What does it mean?

EG : "catch me if you can" 2002 movie totally inspired me. "Shade me if you can" is about the visor

DI: Which design tools did you use when you were working on this project?

EG : I was 1000% focused on body engineering

DI: What is the most unique aspect of your design?

EG : The shapes. The integration of the geometric shapes with the gentle curves

DI: Who did you collaborate with for this design? Did you work with people with technical / specialized skills?

EG : My college teacher: MR. URI SAMMET

DI: What is the role of technology in this particular design?

EG : its all handmade

DI: What are some of the challenges you faced during the design/realization of your concept?

EG : I had to find the right weight- both for the wood and the metal.

DI: How did you decide to submit your design to an international design competition?

EG : I think it can be a wonderful opportunity to expose my work.

DI: What did you learn or how did you improve yourself during the designing of this work?

EG : I keep surprising myself. and that I should always believe in my self and my abilities.