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There are so many different sunglasses stores in New York City that it can be difficult to know where to start. If you’re without a pair to wear to celebrate today — National Sunglasses Day, a fake holiday we can totally throw our money behind — we’ve scouted out five pairs currently in local stores that you will want to reach for today and for the rest of the summer.
The Row After Midnight sunglasses, $450 at 575 Madison Avenue (Oliver Peoples)
Roland sunglasses, $95 at 1209 Lexington Avenue (Warby Parker)
Debby sunglasses, $270 at 79 Grand Street (Gentle Monster)
Van Buren sunglasses, $395 at 149 Grand Street (Garrett Leight)
See 7879 sunglasses, $99 at 160 Smith Street (See Eyewear)