GlitterBuzzStyle Daily Lunch Break

It's the weekend so what are you doing?

N.Y.C Chicas

Antonio Prieto Salon is throwing a one-day fund-raiser to benefit P.S. 107. Haircuts with Antonio are $100 (regularly $200), full highlights are $165 (regularly $235), and makeup application is $50 (regularly $125). Antonio Prieto Salon, 127 W. 20th St., nr. Sixth Ave. (212-255-3741); 11–6.

Through 2/7 Keep your New Year's resolution at Gap's latest incarnation of the pop-up space next to its Fifth Avenue flagship, now a Crunch Fitness Lab. In addition to housing Gap's newest line of activewear, the shop will also offer sessions, demonstrations, and tips with Crunch personal trainers and instructors. Shoppers can receive free Crunch guest passes or membership offers with purchase, and can also enter to win a free yearlong membership. 680 Fifth Ave., at 54th St. (212-977-7023); M–F (10–9), S (9–9), Su (11–7).

ONGOING 2/1–2/14 Save on makeup, nail polish, and perfume at the Fragrance Warehouse Outlet's Scent-Sensational Shopping Sales Experience event. Beauty items and fragrances are up to 75 percent off, and sweet treats will be provided. 301 Madison Ave., nr. 41st St. (212-687-7635); M–F (8–8), S (10–7), Su (11–6).

2/4–3/6 Check out Greg Lauren's new exhibit, "Counter Couture," at the French Institute Alliance Française's gallery. The exhibit focuses on fashion's role in the development of identity. 22 E. 60th St., nr. Madison Ave. (646-388-6667); T–F (11–6), S (11–5), Su–M (closed).

Through 5/31 Faculty members at New York City schools with a school-issued I.D. receive 50 percent off their first service and 15 percent off services thereafter at Antonio Prieto Salon. (Offer excludes retail products and treatments.) Antonio Prieto Salon, 127 W. 20th St., nr. Sixth Ave. (212-255-3741); T–F (noon–8), S (10–6), Su, M (closed).




L.A Chicas

Clare Crespo’s Laissez Le Bon Crochet Rouler
What: The food/fun artist behind Yummy fun
has stitched the dishes of Mardi Gras; cued John Gold for music; and flew in king cakes, Dixie beer, and more New Orleans snackery for this very special occasion.
Why: It’s a feast for the eyes.
When: Sat.-Feb. 21. Opening, Sat., 6-8 p.m.
Where: Heath Ceramics, 7525 Beverly Blvd., at Sierra Bonita Ave., Mid-City West (323-965-0800).

La Descarga
What: A handsome new Havana-esque hideaway serving rare rums and handcrafted cocktails with revelrous live music and dance sets.
Why: Think Bad Spaniard (Cruzan Black Strap Rum, Averna amaro, sweetened condensed milk, cinnamon) on Tropical Holiday (Rhum J.M., Taylor’s Velvet Falernum, fresh lime, cane sugar, whiskey barrel-aged bitters).
When: Tues.-Sat., 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Shows, 10 & 11 p.m., midnight & 1 a.m. Reservations (encouraged) to reservations@ladescargala.com.
Where: 1159 N. Western Ave., at Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood (323-466-1324).


The Estée Lauder Dream Event
What: Receive a fourteen-day supply of Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lifting Creme and Makeup, plus nine spring eye shades, mascara, lipstick, and an elegant fashion tote with any Estée Lauder purchase of $55 or more*.
Why: You’re getting $175 worth of wondrous makeup free.
When: Thru this Sun.
Where: Click here to find a Neiman Marcus cosmetics counter near you.
*One per customer, while supplies last.


Scent of Seduction
What: Experiment with eight handpicked perfumes to up your olfactory powers of attraction — and have a glass of bubbly and a sweet treat while you’re at it.
Why: Love is in the air (though that might just be Etat Libre d’Orange Putain des Palaces).
When: Sat., 1-4 p.m.
Where: Scent Bar, 8327 Beverly Blvd., at Flores St., West Hollywood (323-782-8300).

Super Bowl Sanctuary at Cecconi’s
What: Touch down in this football-free zone with two courses for $35 or three for $45 and fill up on Dungeness crab and roast prime rib-eye paired with Peroni or prosecco.
Why: Take your best game face.
When: Sun., 3-7 p.m.
Where: 8764 Melrose Ave., at Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood (310-432-2000).

Iko Iko Presents Self Improvement & New Hobbies
What: The concept shop launches its new gardening accessories, wool for weaving, Japanese tea fixings, rocks, salts, vintage art books, and other craft and collection supplies.
Why: Everything you didn’t know you needed for the new interest you didn’t know you had.
When: Opening, Sat., 7-10 p.m. Tues.-Sat., 1-7 p.m.; Sun., 1-5 p.m.
Where: 1298 W. Sunset Blvd., at Innes Ave., Angelino Heights (323-719-1079).


Source: dailycandy.com, nymag.com