Cutler and Gross New York

Although this is its first local store, British eyewear brand Cutler and Gross is no stranger to New York fashion: The company has collaborated with designers such as Erdem, Alberta Ferretti and Maison Martin Margiela on specs for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. The minimalist space functions as both a retail store and a showroom, selling handcrafted unisex models ($455–$930) and rare vintage frames ($455–$970). Each pair—including tortoiseshell glasses ($575), masculine camo-print styles ($500), flat-top round looks ($540) and acetate frames with vintage pins ($500)—is designed in London and made in Italy. Sunglasses ($500–$1,000) cost a pretty penny, but you’ll stand out in a crowd donning pearl acetate cat-eyes ($540) and 1970s-inspired sunnies ($550). For something really unique, ask about bespoke designs ($950–$7,000), which take three to four months to complete.