See the logo on the temple? Hijinx belongs to Oakley’s Square O collection, the fashion-forward arm of the outfit so associated with sports optics. You still get the best of that world, starting with shatterproof lenses (Plutonite, Oakley’s proprietary polycarbonate kin) that rank with the best in the world for optical acuity. Others might match Oakley from time to time, but Oakley’s lenses are consistently brilliant. They do the QC to make sure that’s so. I went with gray polarized for my black-frame Hijinx. Gray often provides a flat view, but Oakley’s gray pops, reveals brilliant detail, and is restful to the eye; 10 percent light transmission is just right. They’re also hard-coated and hydrophobic. You gotta love that little “Polarized” etching in the corner, which is like “Your Ad Here”—the Big O will etch your own inscription for $20. As I said, cool shades can kick-start conversation. The swarthy frame is stylishly large and indestructo. $160. Buy it: Free Shipping at Zappos
