J.F. Rey (CLOSED)

Glasses tend to be the ugly stepchild of the accessories world, either viewed as irksome necessities or replaced with contacts. Leave it to the French, in the form of designer Jean Francois Rey, to spice up our idea of stylish eyewear with the arrival of his first stateside store. The space has a counter for prescription lenses and sleek glass cases, showcasing the unisex house brand of frames, including high-end pairs lined with tiger’s-eye stones ($500) or graphic black-and-white styles ($440). There’s also a ladies’-only Boz collection, which includes stainless steel sunglasses ($475) and architectural metal frames ($500).