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5 Under $50: The Aquatic Trend

Designers conjured images of cool, reflective pools and exotic oceanfronts with their spring 2013 collections, from Monique Lhuillier to Michael Kors. Whether you try this trend with a dose of Mediterranean blue nail polish or go full-on-out in a digital water print, here are 5 ways to catch the aquatic trend wave under $50.

{Shown above from left: Ashley Madekwe in Monique Lhuillier, a look from the SS13 Michael Kors runway, Behati Prinsloo in Naeem Khan}

5 Under $50: Mirrored Sunglasses


Mirrored sunglass trend

I wasn't sold on summer's new eyewear trend - mirrored sunglasses - until I saw a few of my favorite fashion bloggers working the look at Coachella (via Instagram, naturally). These reflective sunnies add a dash of fun and an aire of mystery at the same time. All while adding major attitude (and a little sun protection, too). Here, five pairs under $50 to help you test the trend (then invest in a pricier pair if you love it - I'm all for quality eyewear).