funK shades Expands Children's Sunglass Line With New Shades & Bright Spring Colors

New Whimsical Charms Added to FunK-itz Collection

2012-05-04

SANTA BARBARA, CA, May 04, 2012 (Press-News.org) funK shades, the first makers of polarized children's sunglasses with snap-on charms, is bringing vivid spring colors and fashion-forward new styles to their Spring/Summer collection. With everything from chic neon pinks to breezy ocean blues, funK shades are 100% UVA UVB polarized lenses protecting children's eyes from harmful UV rays with both style and funKtion.

Just in time for summer, funK shades have added fashionable flair to its already adorable line of children's sunglasses. The new folding Wayfarer inspired frames are portable, compact, and perfect to endure those long sunny days and come in a range of classic to bold colors.

Unique to funK shades, is their funK-itz collection of whimsical charms, where each pair of shades can be customized with snap-on, interchangeable collectibles. With styles including flower power gems to edgy scull & crossbones, each pair of shades can have up to four charms, making each pair distinctly your child's style.

"We had such great success with the original funK shades collection that we wanted to add new styles and colors for Spring/Summer that reflect some of the current trends in fashion," said Candy Hedrick, founder of funK shades. "Protecting children's eyes from harmful UV rays is our top priority, and if we can make it stylish and fun for kids as well, that is just icing on the cake!"

funK shades are available for ages 3 and up and come in a range of colors from vibrant neon to classic neutrals.
funK shades can be purchased on its website www.funkshades.com as well as select boutiques.

About funK shades:
funK shades is the first line of children's sunglasses with 100% UVA UVB polarized protection that come with snap-on, interchangeable, collectible charms. Candy Hedrick founded funK shades after learning her daughter Katherine, who was born with a permanent birthmark on her eye, was even more vulnerable to harmful UV rays. The "K" in funK shades is in honor of Katherine, and the funK-itz collection of charms reflects her affection for collecting. Where fun meets funKtion, funK shades allows kids to express themselves while protecting themselves. For further information please visit www.funkshades.com.

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