Headphones

Jabra's headphones had us at "on-ear memory foam padding." We first tried the Danish audio company's Jabra Revo ($199) and the NFC-enabled Jabra Revo Wireless ($249) at this year's CES, where it was love at first listen, and now they're available for purchase.

The headphones aren't only comfy — they're durable, too. The aluminum frame and flexible shatter-proof headband are made for heavy wear and tear. Steel side hinges allow the headset to collapse, so it fits compactly in a purse or backpack.

When it comes to tech specs, the Revo headsets boast some impressive features. The right earphone is touch enabled, allowing listeners to control volume, skip tracks, and redial the phone using their fingertips. The Revo also pairs with Jabra's Sound App for iOS and Android, which uses Dolby Digital Plus technology to create deep bass and robust sound. A comfortable, immersive music experience is exactly what we expect from the over-the-ear headphones we use day in and day out — and Jabra might just be our new top pick.

The founder of Frends, the company behind these sophisticated, high-end headphones, was a former professional snowboarder, but this ear gear is far from standard sporting goods. Keir Dillon, who launched his first women's line last Fall, competed on the half pipe and hosted the X Games for five years before devoting himself full-time to Frends.

Keir set out to create a female-specific collection that was both classic and fashion-forward. We're loving how the audio-wear has stylish form and functional details like memory-foam ear padding. Plus, the company offers over-the-ear, on-ear, and in-ear headphones in a variety of colors. Gold is available exclusively at Apple retail stores, and silver and rose gold are available at Best Buy retail stores or online.

Take a look at our favorites from the Frends collection, and let us know which pair you'd rock out in.

When we entered the exhibit of Stockholm-based Molami at CES, we didn't quite know what exactly we were looking at. A silk-satin chiffon audio headwrap? Soft napa leather-covered earbuds? Needless to say, we were intrigued by the audio accessories' fashion-meets-function form factor.

Here's a look at the beautifully eclectic wearable audio of Molami. We want to know: do you think these headphones and earbuds are fit for the fashion-forward?

In case you couldn't get enough of iLuv's Sweet Cotton headphones, the accessory maker has launched a new line of brightly colored alternatives: the ReF headphones ($130) and earphones ($80).

The classic Converse-inspired canvas-fabric audio accessories include a built-in microphone and a SpeakEZ remote with music playback, volume, and call receiving. Soft-padded headbands and ear pads make the ReF over-the-ear headphones fit for all-day wear, and the silicone earbuds feature noise-isolating technology to keep out distracting noise.

Check out iLuv's new canvas-covered audio accessories, available beginning early 2013 online and in retail stores.

Achieve digital enlightenment with Gaiam's new yogi-inspired tablet and ereader cases and earbuds. The maker of popular yoga and fitness products is branching into tech accessories, adding a natural, spiritual spin on audio gear and cases for active lifestyles. Gaiam launched its new tech line at CES, and we got a first look at the wood- and fabric-covered accessories.

The cases and earbuds aren't available for retail yet, but we'll keep you posted once they are. Check out Gaiam's take on tech, and let us know if you'd want to "ommm" with these nature-inspired accessories by your side.

Model Tyson Beckford wasn't the only eye candy at Monster Products' CES event today. The audio company, the original audio engineer behind Beats by Dre headphones, announced MVP Carbon, a high-definition music and gaming headset developed in partnership with EA Games. Boxing legend Sugar Ray Leonard appeared on stage to launch Monster's foray into gaming accessories.

MVP Carbon, compatible with PC, Xbox 360, PS3, Wii, and Wii U, features immersive sound quality and an integrated microphone. Check out Monster's celebrity ambassadors and take a closer look at the headset, available in black and white beginning in February for $270.

Gone are the days of exclusive use of complementary earbuds packaged with a phone or music player. With millions of songs available at our fingertips, we want to hear each beat and chord in crystal clear audio. Give the sound of rich music (or podcasts or streaming video) with our picks for headphones for every kind of listener.

Techies on a mission to make their gear as colorful as possible with the current sea of black and white options, I present your new must-have headphone choice: the Coloud Headphones. Available at Macy's and Target in three listening models — the Dj-sized Boom ($40); the lightweight, easy-to-tote Knock ($20); and the in-ear Pop ($25) — and either block or tonal color profiles, don't be surprised if you spend the better part of an hour deciding which color/headphone combination is the perfect fit. Say farewell to basic, white earbuds and welcome bright ear wear to your music mix. Click through for a peek at just a few of the color choices.