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It's often said that the eyes are the windows to the soul, so why not accentuate them every once in a while with a pair of great eyeglasses? Glasses are a great accessory that give a special "j'en sais quoi" to any outfit. Plus, glasses make you look smart, and smart is always sexy.

Obviously, San Francisco has no shortage of nerds and, just as obviously, some of them need a little help in the wardrobe department. Here's where geek chic comes to the rescue. With just a little wardrobe tweaking, you can be a nerd, be yourself, and still be in style. Watch how it's done.

If you're stumped for fashion inspiration in this big, modern world, look no further than your grandmother for guidance. Grandma chic was coined to describe a certain type of appreciation for things old and vintage, particularly things which inspire words like "cozy," "quaint," and "charming." It's all about taking the old - old clothes, old furniture, old objects - and putting a spin on it to make it new again. But you really don't have to define grandma chic, as the term defines itself. Just ask yourself, what would grandma do? So, the next time you're at the flea market, say yes to the crossword puzzle book from 1972, the vintage daisy-patterned casserole dish, the cloche hat, and the mustard yellow cardigan with owl-shaped buttons.