H.L. Purdy

If you’re looking to splurge on shades, eyewear emporium H.L. Purdy is the place to do it. In addition to upscale labels like Oliver Peoples, Paul Smith and Persol ($350 and up), Purdy offers frames that come in solid gold or wrapped in leather. There are three locations and the flagship has been around for 70 years, so the staff knows a thing or two about the biz.