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FOLLOW US AROUND – A TRIP TO SEVILLA WITH OUR NEW CARAMEL COLLECTION

2. March 2022 By Laura Schindler

Last week we introduced you to our new sunglasses collection, including the new Caramel collection! Sunglasses in soft brown tones that comfortably fit your face and have a summer warmth to them. To celebrate the launch of our new collection, we planned a trip to Seville and packed some of our Kapten crew! Together with Christina Bischof (@christinabiluca), Kelly Flint (@kellyflint), Janina Pfau (@janinapfau) and Nina (@fashioncarpet) we explored the city of Seville and soaked up the first sun rays of the year.

Of course, we have pictures and tips for you again and a lot to tell. But just look for yourself and enjoy our unique experiences in Seville! 🍊

The Trip

The trip started at the Hotel Alfonso XIII, one of the most famous and luxurious hotels in Seville. Someone pinch us, please! After all, even today the hotel is an absolute gem and hard to beat in terms of charm and aesthetics. If you have a preference for the flair of Spanish architecture, you will certainly feel more than comfortable here. This was also the case for us and the girls!

In the style of ancient cultures, there was a mosaic workshop on the first day. The design is like putting together a puzzle that you can design yourself. And after just a few hours, the girls had their own work of art in hand. We can really recommend you to try your next DIY project with mosaic – the whole thing will give your furniture and your home a warm, Mediterranean look in just a few steps!

The next day we continued with a cooking class and Spain’s national dish – paella! Together with a chef we were shown step by step how to prepare this versatile rice dish. And the result was simply *chefs’ kisses* delicious. Similar, to risotto, the ingredients are cooked in enough liquid until the water has completely evaporated. And wow, this makes the rice absorb the intense spices and become a blast of flavor. Our mouths are still watering just thinking about it, so we don’t want to deprive you of the recipe – you can find it at the end of the post. 🥘

After the sumptuous meal, we had to go for a walk. We explored the most beautiful spots of Seville, such as the Plaza de España, one of the most famous squares in Seville. With the buildings in Renaissance style, the fountain in the middle and the countless bridges around the square forms a really picturesque backdrop and downright beckons to be photographed! Next we went to the Metropol Parasol also known as the mushrooms of Seville. The construction of wood snakes in the middle of the old town over the roofs of Seville. The modern landmark impresses with its size and has also won several design awards, which is why it can hardly be outdone as an Instagram spot.

The group always had their favorites from the new collection in their luggage. While Janina usually wore the Sydney All Black, Christina could hardly put down the Sofia Transparent Caramel Brown. Nina and Kelly’s favorite accessories included the Zurich All Black and the Florence Transparent Caramel Brown. Get inspired by how the girls combined the new glasses:

Are you now also in the mood for summer, good weather and a trip to Seville? We don’t know about you, but we can’t wait for summer! But until it comes, our new sunglasses will do for now!

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NEW YEAR, NEW YOU – YOUR PERFECT START INTO THE YEAR!

7. January 2022 By Laura Schindler

A new year is upon us again and certainly 2021 has not passed us by without a trace – it has brought us many ups & downs that we will not forget. That’s exactly why many people take the turn of the year as an opportunity to close the books and start the coming year with a new drive. Even if 2022 cannot magically bring a new beginning for everything that has happened so far, it is still worthwhile to take advantage of the fresh air of new year’s beginning and to start with courage, new ideas and new goals.

Among the classics of resolutions are things like quitting smoking, giving up alcohol or sugar, doing more sports or losing weight. Of course, these are certainly not bad goals and worth a try. But despite the good intentions, many fail every year to achieve their own resolutions – How can that be? With this blog post, we want to give you a little advice on how to make your resolutions work.

FIRST OF ALL, WHY DO SO MANY GOOD RESOLUTIONS QUICKLY FALL INTO OBLIVION?

Well, we think it’s the bad timing! New goals and clear aspirations are both commendable and important for our personal development, but the turn of the year comes with a lot of pressure. Everyone we meet talks about “New Year – New Me” and so we too think we should make big resolutions. Usually, the list then becomes longer than actually planned and you think of more and more potentials for self-optimization. But the new resolutions lack an intrinsic will. By this we don’t mean that you don’t honestly want to achieve your goals or that you don’t really want to get rid of a bad habit. Rather, we are saying that the turn of the year is being pushed forward to deal with the things you want to change. However, if there was really a strong will to change these things, the decision would be made regardless of a certain date. So maybe you lack the necessary commitment to implement all your goals immediately in January. This usually leads to the fact that all resolutions are forgotten in spring at the latest.

OKAY, NOW WE KNOW WHY WE MIGHT FAIL, BUT WHAT IS THE CONSEQUENCE?

Well, for one thing, it helps to ask yourself in advance: what am i taking away from last year? What have I learned? What touched me? What changed me? What do I want to do differently in 2022? This way you can link your goals to something you experienced and make them clearer, more appropriate, more personal and easier for you to achieve.

Also, self-acceptance is key. If you approach yourself with goodwill and look at what you’ve already accomplished, you’ll be more motivated to look at the goals ahead of you. It’s okay not to accomplish it all at once. To stay motivated, you can also keep a small diary, recording your daily achievements.

Dividing your goal into several small subgoals is also helpful, it makes the mountain you have to overcome appear less intimidating. Maybe you want to try getting up at the first alarm instead of always getting up at 5:00 am. Or if your goal is to get more movement in your daily life, you don’t have to run to the gym every day. Sometimes a short walk in the evening is enough to integrate a small sports unit into your daily routine.

Our brain can’ t take no for an answer – a classic example of this is: Don’t think of a pink elephant. What are you thinking about now? Exactly. The pink elephant. So, try not to frame your goals as prohibitions or refrains. Instead, turn the tables. You want to give up sugar, then rephrase your resolution as “I want to cook all my own meals with healthy foods.”

As we said, we believe in always setting new goals and challenges, but maybe with a little less pressure and a little more realism, we’ll achieve twice as many of them. And remember, the year has 12 months, so there’s plenty of time to implement all your resolutions. But maybe not in the first month of the year.

Finally, we have a little surprise for you! Today we start our Winter Sale – from 07 to 17 January there will be up to -50% off selected products, including many sunglasses, watches and backpacks. In case you didn’t find what you were looking for under the Christmas tree, now is your time to treat yourself!

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THE BIGGEST SALE OF THE YEAR IS ABOUT TO HAPPEN – 5 TIPS FOR BLACK WEEK 2021

19. November 2021 By Laura Schindler

Faster than expected, the biggest sale of the year is back! – Black Friday and Cyber Monday are coming up and with them the critical time in which we like to loosen our wallet sometimes a little too far. The days around Black Week means keeping your eyes open for great bargains and discounts. To avoid having to search too long, we’ve listed our all-time favorite products with their discount in this post! – easy shopping! On top of that, here are our tips on how to keep a cool head during Black Week.

TOP 5 TIPS FOR BLACK FRIDAY

Get an overlook
Good preparation is key, which is why we recommend you to determine what you need in advance. Make a shopping list of what you’re planning to buy – whether, it’s a gift for your mom or a new laptop. This way you avoid any impulsive purchases and stay relaxed during Black Week.

Set a price range
To avoid waking up with horror about your spendings, think about how much you are willing to spend in advance. In your shopping list, set your maximum budget for individual items right next to them, and you’ll have everything clearly laid out.

Stay flexible
If an offer does not meet your price expectations, it can be quite helpful to look for similar models and color variants. Sometimes there are different discounts based on the design option. This way you have the chance to save even more!

Do not miss the start
Before Black Week starts, check if your favorite brands already announced when their sale starts. Some deals start at the beginning of Black Week, some start on Black Friday, and others on Cyber Monday. With an alarm set for each brand, you’ll be able to keep track of all the sale starts and can be sure not to miss any!

Set yourself a price alarm clock
Another one of those alarm clock tips – but super handy! Online, you’ll find several sites that compare the prices of your favorite products. They notify you when the price drops or reaches your desired level.

Use this preparation and you’ll never miss a great deal again! So you don’t have to search to long, we’ve put together all the information about our Black Week at a glance: On 19.11. we start with our big sale with discounts up to incredible 50% waiting for you! Until 29.11. you have the chance to shop your favorite items at a reduced price. Want some more inspiration? Enjoy our small selection of our all time favorites:

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SHOPPING-WEEK IS ON – GET 15% DISCOUNT ON THE FALL FAVORITES

3. October 2021 By Laura Schindler

It’s that time again! Fall is knocking on the door – the first golden leaves are falling, everyone is throwing on their coats and the boots, and scarves are already being dug out of the closet. And that means shopping week is not far off! In line with the new season, great deals and fall specials are waiting around every corner. We also want to bring you a little joy for the gloomy weather – this year you can expect 15% off our entire assortment until Oct. 11!

But to make sure you don’t fall into shopping fever completely blindsided; we’ve put together a selection of our fall favorites! From small accessories to large backpacks, the right it-pieces for those cold days are waiting for everyone!

OUR FAVORITE BACKPACKS

Rain and dirt is never problem for these two companions! The Bergen All Black and Fyn Cream Black don’t just look good in the summer. With their timeless and minimalist design, they fit perfectly into any fall outfit and complete your look. The vegan tech material is water-repellent and super easy to clean – so a little rain shower is no problem for these two spacial wonders.

Matching Details – ACCESSOIRES

The wonderful thought of a golden fall with warm October sun and colorful foliage is not something we want to give up so quickly just yet! Also with our accessories we focused this season on gold! Matching the warm autumn tones, we can recommend you the Grace Gold Green Steel. The precious emerald green dial perfectly matches the warm gold tone of the watch strap. But also a few other accessories fit perfectly into the fall color palette, like the Sveg Sandstone – with its practical inner pockets it helps to keep order in your bag and offers enough possibilities to safely store the important things of everyday life, such as smartphone, keys and wallet.

Glasses Must-Haves

This fall, we’re also opting for golden frames and tortoise patterns on your face. To match the thick knit sweaters that everyone has been secretly looking forward to for a long time, we’re unpacking our round frame glasses again. Whether it’s London, Marais or Belleville, you’re guaranteed to get it right this fall with these styles! Right up front in our opinion is the Marais Sand Tortoise. Its playful pattern and beige-black color scheme make it a true highlight for any outfit. For those who prefer something more simple, we recommend the London Matt Gold.

So Kaptens, get ready for fall and don’t miss out on these must-haves!
Happy Shopping! 🛍

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Protection please! – Everything you need to know about blue light filters & the right lens thickness

19. July 2021 By Laura Schindler

Did you know that we spend up to eight hours a day in front of a screen? – Whether watching series on the laptop or following friends and influencers on numerous social media platforms. You’ve probably also noticed that after this long time, our eyes get tired and some people even go to bed with a headache at night. But where does that actually come from? We will answer these and many other questions in this guide and give you a few tips on what you can do about it!

WHAT IS BLUE LIGHT AND HOW DOES IT AFFECT ME?

As already revealed in the title, we are talking about blue light. Our eyes are exposed to daily radiation from laptops, smartphones and tablets. The so-called high-energy blue light irritates our eyes and makes them tired with increasing use. As a result, many people feel tired and can hardly concentrate. In the long run, this light even damages our eyes.

But blue light not only affects our productivity – it can also disrupt our sleep rhythm, because the light prevents the production of the sleep hormone and the release of melatonin. Thus, our body does not receive signals that it is time to go to bed and falling asleep becomes more difficult.

BUT WHY IS THIS LIGHT DANGEROUS AT ALL?

Blue light consists of invisible light waves, just like UV light or infrared rays. The problem with light waves: The shorter the wavelength, the more harmful they are to our eyes. Blue light has a shorter wavelength than “visible light”, through which we can see the world in the colors we are used to, and can trigger eye diseases, concentration and sleep disorders or headaches. Most of it is emitted by our screens such as computers, smartphones or televisions.

THE SOLUTION

Does this problem also apply to you and the use of these devices is an integral part of your everyday life? Then you’ve come to the right place! The solution to your problem is: blue light filter glasses! For all those who spend a large part of their daily time in front of a screen, whether professionally or privately, it is recommended to protect the eyes with blue light filter glasses, because these can filter blue light as well as UVA and UVB rays with their special coating.

And even people with poor eyesight get their chance, because we can also fit blue light filters to spectacles with prescription lenses. In addition to the filter coating, the glasses are then individually adjusted to your visual acuity between -8 and +4 as well as cylinder values between -2.5 and +2.5.

THE CHOICE OF LENS THICKNESS

In addition to the huge range of modern frames from which you can choose, you can also determine the density of your lenses and choose between “thin”, “extra thin” and “ultra thin”. Our “thin” lens (index 1.6) is available at no extra charge. We don’t even offer you the standard lens (index 1.5) of other spectacle retailers, because we think you deserve more than standard! The “extra thin” (index 1.67) and “ultra thin” lenses (index 1.74) enhance your glasses in terms of density as well as with a lotus effect and an anti-static coating that protects your lenses from dust. Unfortunately, the processing of a blue light filter is technically not possible with the ultra thin glass.

We hope we’ve been able to clear up the question marks in your head about blue light and get you excited about the advantages of screen glasses. And if you should decide to buy one, you will quickly notice that your eyes are less tired and you are more efficient as a result! By the way, the glasses not only look good, but also sit lightly and comfortably on your nose – the perfect everyday companions!

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The big Kapten & Son Adventure Guide – Tips for an exciting summer

9. July 2021 By Laura Schindler

Summer is calling, and so are the adventure times. Therefore, we’ve got you covered with a few travel tips in order to have a great summer, no matter where you’re headed. But that’s not all we are going to talk about – we also would like to show you the perfect companions for each destination. From backpacks to shoulder bags, there’s something here for every traveler type!

Fyn Taupe – Everday Adventures

You love how traveling lets you quickly escape from your everyday life? To feel the pulse of a foreign city? To return home refreshed and with lots of new memories? Short city trips are becoming more and more popular, especially since they are easy to plan when you are just going away for a weekend. This also applies to one’s luggage choice, it should remain simple and practical – therefore our Fyn “Taupe” is the perfect backpack to accompany you for such a trip. The backpack persuades with its casual look in urban style, as well as with its unexpected spaciousness, which offers plenty of storage space. Practical interior and exterior compartments allow you to easily store even the smallest utensils, which is why the Fyn is the ideal companion for your next city trip. The delicate taupe matches any of your looks and makes the Fyn an absolute must-have when traveling!

Helsinki All Black – feel like going on a hike?

You are on the road a lot? Love to breathe in fresh air at the top of a mountain and unwind for a moment while enjoying the breathtaking view? More and more travelers are drawn to the mountains, especially during Corona times, it’s the perfect place to escape large crowds. It doesn’t matter if you want to visit the Alps or just the woods next door, our Helsinki is your perfect companion for those trips. The minimalistic backpack in black offers a great amount of storage space and is comfortably padded. The all-black design makes it easy to mix and match your modern backpack, so that you can wear it with any outfit. Made from vegan tech material, it’s extremely durable and easy to clean, so it’s ready for your next adventure! And if you’re still looking for inspiration for your next hike, check out our YouTube channel – the lovely @nat_al_ie recorded her trip through the Black Forest there for us!

All Around the World with the Bergen

May we introduce? Our Bergen “Sandstone” – the perfect backpack for everyone who loves the trendy Scandinavian style. With this all-rounder, there are no limits to your travels, whether you are planning on going to the beach or to explore the city – This minimalist backpack convinces with its straightforward design and its high functionality. Through its special straps, it can be worn as a trendy backpack and as a casual tote bag. That is what you call multipurpose at its best! And the practical thing about it, everything fits – laptop, notebook, wallet, cell phone & co – you get to store all your treasures of your everyday life and can even create a style upgrade. Our finest vegan tech material in soft beige promises a particularly natural and warm look that can easily be combined with a variety of outfits. Functional details, water-repellent and high-quality materials make the Bergen “Sandstone” a robust and reliable companion. As a university backpack, school backpack, city backpack, daypack or travel backpack for men and women – with the Bergen “Sandstone” you are perfectly equipped!

Habo All Black – uncomplicated on the road

You like it comfortable and uncomplicated, you don’t want to hold anything in your hands, but still need a few things when going outside or being on the road? Especially when events, concerts and festivals are possible again, our bag cannot be missing! Wherever your way takes you, our Chest Bag Habo “All Black” is the perfect bag for you! Its minimalistic design and practical handling are just as convincing as its cool style. You can easily fit your smartphone, wallet, keys & co. and thanks to the adjustable strap, this chest bag fits everyone. In classic black, the Habo “All Black” is an absolute must-have for all those who love to go through life carefree!

We don’t know about you, but we’re already getting excited for upcoming travels or events, and we hope we inspired you a little and got you excited about where your wanderlust will take you! Here’s to an eventful summer, Kaptens!

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Work From Home Day – 4 tips on how to stay productive in your home office

22. May 2021 By Laura Schindler

Since Corona, home office has become the new normal for almost everyone, but this week we’re celebrating the official Work from Home Day! “What’s there to celebrate?”, some of you may be wondering now? Well, we’re going to show you! With a few little tricks, your home office time can almost be as exciting as time spent in the office. Except for your dear colleagues, whom you surely miss as much as we do.

1. Get out of those sweatpants!

We know how tempting it can be to slip straight from pajamas into comfy sweatpants, especially when no one behind the camera can see your cozy bottoms. But we promise you, even if no one but you is home, you’ll start the day off feeling a lot better if you’ve taken a few minutes to pick out a nice outfit. Not only will this be good for your well-being, but it will also get you back into the right work routine. Then, when you swap your work clothes for something casual in the evening, you can officially end your work day and feel more relaxed.

2. Goodbye distractions

The laundry pile is calling, the dishwasher is beeping and you’d like to vacuum right away when you see a few crumbs on the ground. We have all been there! When you’re at home, it’s easy to get distracted by your household and other small everyday tasks. But wait – working from home means you have to hold yourself accountable and stay productive. To manage all this, try setting aside blocks of time where you consciously do something for the household. Also, it can help to write down what distracts you for a week and then tackle those things. Another deciding factor is your work location, but we’ll get to that in the next paragraph.

3. Where to put all the work stuff?

The ideal solution for a perfect home office, would be to have an extra room that can be used for work. Of course, this isn’t possible for everyone, so we recommend setting up at least a small corner that can be used as a workspace and doesn’t have to be constantly moved aside. If you prefer a little variety, you can also switch between different places and set up a small and light desk which can be moved around easily. Also, don’t underestimate a comfortable chair and good light – your eyes and back will thank you later!

4. Blue light filters to prevent tired eyes and headaches

Speaking of eyes – if you work a lot in front of a screen, you will notice that your eyes get irritated and tired after a long day in front of the laptop. Our eyes are exposed to daily radiation, the so-called high-energy blue light that many electronic devices such as laptops, smartphones or tablets transmit. To solve this problem, we have developed our glasses with proven blue light filter technology. Your eyes will be protected from this radiation through our special lenses that filter out blue light and UV rays. This process relieves the strain on our eyes and makes us feel fitter and more alert. Perfectly in line with this we are releasing six new pairs of glasses on May 22 to help to focus on your work and keep an eye on your home office routine. Maybe you’ll find your new fashion accessory with practical benefits in our assortment of glasses – after all, you don’t need to have poor eyesight to create a cool look with glasses.

Ultimately, what matters most is that you feel comfortable and can work well. Some people tick differently than others – try to find out for yourself what you need to create the ideal home office! Of course, we hope you can use our tips to make your time working from home a little more productive!

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Valentines Day 2021 – 5 ideas for your perfect date during Corona

7. February 2021 By Laura Schindler

“All you need is love…” – Who else just sang this phrase in their heads? Valentine’s day is right around the corner and no matter if you are single or in a relationship, we believe that this day should be for everyone! In our everyday lives, we tend to forget to show or tell the people we are closest to, how much they actually mean to us. Especially in times like these, where we only get to see a limited amount of people, we get even more excited to spend some quality time together. So right in time, we put together some great suggestions and ideas for a perfectly, corona-safe Valentine’s Day. Here it doesn’t matter if you are spending the day with your partner, a friend or family.

Alright Kaptens, since you and your favorite person definitely deserve to spend some quality time together, let’s take a look at our ideas:

1. Travel Dinner from Home

Don’t we all really miss traveling at the moment because of everything getting cancelled due to Corona? Well we thought, why don’t we bring those places home to us? With such a travel dinner you can simply create all kinds of different vacation feels right in your kitchen – from spanish tapas or paella to japanese Sushi or pad thai following a traditional Thai recipe up to French crème brûlée for dessert. You can be as creative as you like with this! You should probably plan a little in advance, so just figure out what you would like to make and get the ingredients for your meals. To get even more in the travel dinner spirit you can also decorate or even dress accordingly. And that is how you easily bring an “all around the world” feeling to you home.

2. Off to the Drive-in cinema

Do you guys miss movie nights with popcorn in front of a big screen as well? Then we have the perfect idea for you! With Corona, drive-in theaters are celebrating their comeback and isn’t that a romantic place to take your date? You can just check if there is one open near your city. Then all you need is some snacks, a cozy blanket, a car and you can enjoy the movie!

And for those of you who do not have a drive-in theater close by, you can just have a movie night at home and maybe even get a beamer for that. This way you can watch movies in the comfort of your home.

3. Virtual Museum Tour

Now you probably wonder: “how is a museum tour possible during Corona times?” Well we have a little secret to share with you here. Many famous museums offer online tours at the moment, like the Louvre in Paris, the Pergamonmuseum in Berlin or the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. If this has sparked your interest, you can check online if your favorite one is among those that offer online tours and start your “all around the world” museum excursion.

4. Treat yourself with a Spa day

Are you more of a calmer type and would like to de-stress with your favorite person? Then a spa day might be the perfect idea for you two! That means, turn off your phones and get ready for pure relaxation with hydrating face masks and some fresh fruits, so that you can have a very enjoyable and relaxing Valentine’s Day.

5. Mini adventure into the nature

At the moment, traveling and outdoor adventures are not really possible but why don’t you expand your daily stroll and discover some hidden local spots. Almost everywhere, there should be some nice nature walks or empty secret places that you haven’t explored yet! You can search for some trails in the forest which lead to an old castle ruin or even some sort of canyon. This way you can discover new places that are also not busy and outdoors.

We hope that we were able to inspire you with at least one of our ideas and that you are already starting to plan your perfect Valentine’s weekend. Oh and before we forget, we have one more thing to tell you! Our Valentine’s special is on right now – from January 31st up until February 14th, you get a free accessory when purchasing one of our products. For example, you get our free shoulder bag Vanso in “all black” or “blush” when buying one of our backpacks or with every sunglasses purchase you get a free eyewear chain on top. Our deal offers many more gift combinations so check it out and hopefully you will find your perfect match included in our special!

We wish you a happy Valentine’s Day, Kaptens!

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The huge Kapten & Son gift guide – how to be perfectly prepared for Christmas

1. December 2020 By Laura Schindler

Hey Kaptens! We’re back again with a new blog post. Today’s topic: gifts. The Black Week has just ended, and now December is here, bringing with it the Christmas season. That means cuddly socks, warm tea and lots of fairy lights, but also all sorts of little things that you have to do in the pre-Christmas period. Right at the top of our list: buying presents. To make sure you’re the hero for what’s under the Christmas tree this year, we’ll help you out with our gift guide! We’ve packed gift ideas into different price categories, from “do-it-yourself” to “no expense or effort spared”. At the same time we have also come up with some specials for Christmas this year: on the one hand you can expect our X-Mas Special this year – with every purchase of a backpack, watch, glasses, sunglasses or a suitcase you get to choose one of our new toiletry bags, the ‘Windsor All Black’ or ‘Trevi All Black’, for free! This way you can look forward to an additional gift. But that’s not all: when you buy a watch you will also receive it in our beautiful X-Mas Gift Box – while stocks last! For all those who are still looking for inspiration, here is our gift guide to make your work a little easier. This way everyone is guaranteed to find the right gift.

Gifts under 50 €

Let’s start small first, because not everyone has a big budget for every person. But that is of course not a problem since we have the perfect solution — and it’s called DIY! That’s right, we all did handicrafts when we were kids and now DIY gifts are on the rise again. Whether it’s a macramé, homemade jam or a painted picture, the person receiving the gift will certainly be pleased to see that you have put time and effort into the gift. For those who have not yet discovered their creative streak and prefer to stick with inexpensive gifts, we’ve provided 5 gifts for under 50€.

Gifts under 150 €

Your sister likes classic and elegant and your brother loves the hip Scandi style? Whether it’s for your mom, dad, siblings or friends, we definitely have something for everyone, and who says that you can’t put yourself a nice present under the Christmas tree? So here you can find our top 5 gifts under 150 €. There should really be something for everyone.

Gifts under 300 €

You want to make sure that the gift is a real eye-catcher and sweeten that Christmas feeling for that lucky person? Then we have selected a few very special gifts. For all of you who like it a little more unusual, here are our specials under 300€.

We hope we were able to take away that yearly shopping anxiety and you are now going a little more relaxed into the Christmas season! Maybe some Kapten products made it to your gift list. And if it should nevertheless appear that your gift does not meet the hoped-for enthusiasm, we have extended our right of return until 08.01.2021. But Kaptens, we still have a little something up our sleeve: in order to make sure that you yourself will receive a nice present, we have prepared an advent calendar for you with daily prizes! Check out our Instagram Channel, you’ll find all the information there! So now turn up the Christmas music and set out the cookies – Christmas time is calling and we wish you a pleasant pre-Christmas season! 🎄

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The Kapten & Son Glasses-Fit-Guide – How to compliment the shape of your face with our glasses

26. September 2020 By Laura Schindler

Are you looking for a new pair of glasses and are having trouble finding the perfect model while also being unsure which shape best fits your face? Then you are at the right place, we are here to help you find the perfect pair with our Kapten & Son glasses fit-guide! We have collected great tips that can help you find the right style for your face! Our fit-guide will be useful for finding new sunglasses or even a cool pair of blue light filter glasses that are beneficial for the office.

It’s a match – fundamentals for finding the perfect pair of glasses

As already established, when looking for a pair of glasses, you have to make sure that the shape fits to your face. With so many different styles out there it is challenging to find the best suiting pair of glasses for your face. Even though every face is unique, there are basically four different shapes to go by. Therefore, we distinguish between oval, angular, round and heart shaped faces. To discover what shape best describes your face; we have listed characteristics of each shape and found compatible glasses from our collection to go with them. So let’s find your new eyecatcher!

Oval face – Every style is possible

Is your face rather longer than wider? And are your cheeks the widest part of your face? Then you have an oval shaped face and are one of the lucky people that are able to wear any style of glasses. You can rock any shape, no matter if it’s cat-eye glasses, round pilot ones or if they have rectangular lenses. You can simply try on any style while always looking fabulous; so take advantage of your face that was made to wear glasses by adding the perfect eyewear accessory to your outfits.

Our sunglasses recommendation: any pair from Amsterdam to Valencia – there is no limit to your sunglass collection! Our blue light filter glasses recommendation: from Belleville to Williamsburg – the decision is yours!

Heart shaped face – Cupid’s favorite

When you look in the mirror and can make out a heart on your face then you might not only be hit by cupid’s arrow but also have a heart shaped face that indicates a wider forehead, distinctive cheekbones and a small chin. So when it comes to choosing glasses you have to be careful that you don’t make your forehead stand out and instead find a pair that makes your chin less pointy. We therefore recommend choosing round or oval glasses to give the face a gentle touch that compensate for the chin and forehead. With this little tip, we are sure you will find the right glasses that will make your heart skip a beat.

Our sunglasses recommendation: Maui, Fitzroy, Berkeley, Amsterdam and London Our blue light filter glasses recommendation: Bondi, Marais and Stratford

Angular face – the specialist for edges

Are your forehead, cheeks and jaw around the same size? Then you belong to the people with an angular shaped face. To not lose your facial features you should get round glasses that put emphasis on your features while also adding a little bit of delicacy. In addition, cat-eye and the so-called pilot glasses also work well with your face – we love an edgy look.

Our sunglasses recommendation: Maui, Amsterdam, Berkeley, London and Valencia Our blue light filter glasses recommendation: Stratford, Mayfair, Marais, Bondi, Soho and Belleville

Round face – soft and gentle features

Round faces are often characterized as the face that has gentle features. Through the round chin and an even balance between the width and length of the face; people with round faces generally fit rectangular glasses or uniquely shaped ones. Those wider frames add a balance to your soft and gentle features by making it appear longer.

Our sunglasses recommendation: Nice, Moscow, Florence, Orlando, Milan and San Francisco Our blue light filter glasses recommendation: Williamsburg, Greenpoint, Glendale and Pasadena

Alright Kaptens, we hope that you were able to figure out which shape your face belongs to and that our glasses fit-guide will help you make a decision which eyewear style to pick. Nevertheless, we would also like to note that when choosing a frame style, the main focus should be your personal taste and comfort needs. Therefore, our glasses fit guide is just a little helping tool but in the end you should get the glasses that you absolutely love and never want to take off.

Enjoy checking out our sunglasses and computer glasses collection – maybe you will even get a new perspective on different styles.