Oh, say can you see why we can’t get enough of Beck’s latest, spicy clams, a 3-D dress, tent-side feasts, and more.
From Americana chic to casual and cool, we style three outfits for celebrations from sea to shining sea.
We caught up with the Australian beauty to dish on her latest project, Wish You Were Here, working with the Edgerton brothers, and her favorite summer pastimes.
Jennifer Wong, founder of Alt12 Apps, shares her thoughts on working 9-to-5, being your own boss, and putting down your mobile device.
Breathe easy with French perfumer Frederic Malle’s rubber incense bars.
Get your beauty bag in shape for summer with suggestions from owner Dara Kennedy.
The exhibit celebrates 30 years of Japanese designers who have revolutionized fashion worldwide. Examine 80 gowns — ranging from classic to outrageous — by the likes of Yohji Yamamoto, Issey Miyake, Junya Watanabe, and others. Tickets ($17) at seattleartmuseum.org.
It’s summertime and the (alfresco) livin’ is easy. Upgrade your porch furniture at this Abbot Kinney boutique.
Pretty up your patio at designer Ilan Dei’s Venice boutique. Originally devised as a pop-up, the now permanent space — craftily constructed from intersecting shipping containers — proffers modern outdoor furnishings that deserve to have their day in the sun.
Catch pop culture classics that are heavy on the music (Grease, High Fidelity, Almost Famous) as you nosh and sip away the workday courtesy of all-night happy hour prices on food and drinks. Plus, score a free draft beer, house wine, or soft drink when you buy your ticket in advance. Tickets ($3) at tripledoor.com.
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This expertly curated mini beauty boutique stocks the best, from hard-to-find lines to all-natural cosmetics. Book a consultation to customize your shopping to your complexion.
Start your Sunday with Latin-inspired fare at La Sirena Clandestina.
Private emails from random A-listers will make you think (and laugh).
Few things are naughtier than unauthorized parodies — and those based on already-scandalous source material come out on top. Whip in for this comedy musical, and then stick around for photo ops with the cast. Tickets ($50) at axs.com.
Meatless Mondays just got easier at the wine dive known for killer fried chicken and other animal-centric fare. Enjoy specially created dishes such as vegan spaghetti with meatless meatballs for $14, or savor any vegetarian dish on the regular menu for 25 percent off. Call (214-559-3483) for reservations.
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Soak up poolside ambiance with live music by Hacienda with The Unlikely Candidates set to a dramatic downtown Dallas backdrop in this summer concert series. These things sell out, so plan now. Tickets ($20; $10 for KXT members) at kxt.org.
When Candy Coated (formerly known as Candy Depew) digs in to the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s stash of children’s costumes, a madcap world emerges. Mannequins get tatted with her trademark gems; butterfly motifs swirl over the walls and floor. Admission is $10. For more info, go to philamuseum.org.
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Think of the leafy space decked with twinkly lights as your own backyard. Sip beer or sangria and order bites from Jose Garces’s picnic-inspired menu. University of the Arts students drop by for performances on select afternoons. For more info, go to phsonline.org.
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Wind down with Andre Avelino’s Latin jams (July 18), easy tunes from the Memory Lane Jazz Ensemble (July 25), and more as different performers entertain each week and local restaurants — such as Noche and Another Broken Egg Cafe — offer discounted dining. For more info, go to viningsjubilee.com.
Ditch big-box bows and lace for an edgier collection of underpinnings.
Wash down a $5 pizza with $5 wines and $2 Coors Lights while singer-songwriter Jim McCaffrey serenades you on LPC’s patio. Tom Petty and Springsteen covers are just better alfresco. For more info, go to lpcrestaurant.com.
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The Argentine bistro/lounge’s new menu overflows with classic cocktails with a molecular spin (think suspended gels, foams, and luminous spheres). Try the Kir Royal with raspberry caviar or a Margarita Cup with lime orange air.
Photo: Marilyn Scavo / Courtesy of Doma Polo Bistro
We already know our city’s awesome, but it’s always a plus to see New Yorkers showing brotherly love. The mecca for shopping and snacking hits the sixth borough through fall with everything from jewelry to vintage housewares. To catch the bug, go to brooklynflea.com/philly.
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As part of Miami Spa Month, Canyon Ranch offers eight of its best treatments (orange blossom mani/pedi, de-stress massage, Your Transformation facial) at a discounted price ($99 each). For more info, go to miamispamonth.com.
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Silent Sundays, the city’s most chill pool parties, get even cooler with a different icy treat served each week (Frozen Pints craft beer ice cream, classic Good Humor bars, Spice Market’s frozen pops). Also available: Grey Goose cocktails, Kobe sliders, and cabanas (reserve one for up to eight people for $200). You don’t have to be a guest at the hotel to enjoy the pool; valet is included with $25 food/beverage purchase. For more info, go to facebook.com.
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Get ready to dip (baby, dip). For a mere $5, guac is prepared tableside for you and a guest — and it keeps on coming until you reach official avocado overload.
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Every Wednesday during the summer, drop by for a little lunchtime relaxation. Destress as Michael Murphy works his magic with chair massage. Walk-ins are welcome ($25 for fifteen minutes). For more info, go to thereikischool.com/workshops.
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Cheap date alert: Canoodle under the starry sky for a summer’s worth of free movies. Take lawn chairs and blankets for maximum comfort. For schedule and more info, go to delawareriverwaterfront.com.
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Johannes Vermeer’s iconic painting is showing in the Southeast for the first time. The impressive exhibition also highlights Dutch Golden Age painters Rembrandt van Rijn, Frans Hals, and Jan Steen via 35 works on loan from The Royal Picture Gallery Mauritshuis in The Hague. Museum admission is $19.50. For more info, go to high.org.
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Fantastical novelist Audrey Niffenegger (The Time Traveler’s Wife) reveals her other exceptional talent: visual storytelling. Browse her first museum retrospective of unsettling paintings, drawings, and prints. Museum admission is $10. For more info, go to nmwa.org.
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Splurge on the just-for-summer skindulgence featuring farm-fresh ingredients from Matanzas Creek Winery. Start the all-day experience with pure white grape juice, fresh-cut grapes, and a lavender salt scrub. A deep-cleansing, grapeseed oil-infused body wrap is next, followed by an aromatic massage. Cap off the day with a pedicure and three-course wine and cheese pairing. Cost is $600 (we said splurge).
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The indie designer gives us a look at her best-sellers and one-of-a-kind finds.
You know you have the corner on leisurely pursuits when even your pet jumps in the pool. Our readers are stopping to smell the flowers, eating outside, and just generally soaking in summertime bliss. Here are a few snaps that caught our eye.
From the DailyCandy editors’ favorite summertime wine to a new line of stationery, SuChin knows what to take when someone asks you over.
See the on-the-rise British songstress in all her glory. Rock out to the upbeat “Next to Me” and slow it down with “Where I Sleep.” In case you didn’t know, we’re big fans. Tickets ($39.50) at livenation.com. For more info, go to tabernacleatl.com.
Get to know the NY-based ecofriendly swimwear line (Tory Burch and Kanye are fans) when it rolls into the Outer Sunset. Celebrate with barbecue, beer, and DJ-spun beats. For more info, go to fahertybrand.com.
Get your fix at the sleek java joint, which serves serious joe alongside baked goods like Fonuts and Cake Monkey.
June 27-30: Score free new finds, take a crash course in styling, stretch it out in the Mission, and get your game on at S&R Lounge.
The celebration kicks off with the Pride Parade at Fourth and Union at 11 a.m.; participants wind their way through the city and finish with a party full of music, dancing, food, and more. Catch this year’s entertainment on four stages. More than 100 performers are scheduled, including local singer Mary Lambert. For more info, go to seattlepridefest.org.
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Get the lowdown on breaking into the world of styling from L.A.-based celebrity stylist Luke Storey and fashion guru Lauren Messiah. Go for two days of insider information on everything from networking to booking freelance assignments. Enroll ($575) at theschoolofstyle.com. Enter code SFPOPUP at checkout for 15 percent off.
Bust out your elastic-waistband pants and nosh your way through an endless smorgasbord of eats from the city’s top restaurants and food trucks. Save room for bites from The Grilled Cheese Truck, Currywurst, Short Order, and Lazy Ox. Tickets ($50-$75) at lafoodfest2013.eventbrite.com.
Sip a bellini to celebrate Jamie ONeill Salon’s second anniversary at its new location while you learn about hair and makeup tips and trends for summer. Giveaways from Oribe Hair Care, Marchant Cosmetics, Volcom clothing, and Chocolopolis throughout the night. Tickets ($10) to 202-216-3767 or jamieoneillsalon@yahoo.com.
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Who needs money? Load up your old clothes, vinyl, books, and accessories, then swap what you fancy with other fashion types. Free drinks, courtesy of Speakeasy Brewery, and manicures by the geniuses at Top Coat. Tickets ($5) at heyscoreswap.com.
Bartenders from top establishments (The Tasting Kitchen, The Writer’s Room, Soho House) showcase their artistic pursuits (painting, music) while serving boozy masterpieces. All proceeds benefit Art Share L.A. New Uber subscribers can sign up here for $20 off a car to or from the event. Tickets ($50) at artbeyondtheglass.eventbrite.com.
Take in the first nongallery L.A. exhibit of the legendary fashion photographer, along with two docs on his life, Provocateur and Helmut by June (the latter shot by his wife of 56 years). More than 100 images from Newton’s first three books — White Women, Sleepless Nights, and Big Nudes. Admission is free. For more info, go to annenbergspaceforphotography.org.
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The beloved bakery makes a cameo at Graffiti Sublime Coffee for one weekend only with treats like inside out s’mores, cakewiches, and chocolate caramel cake pudding. For more info, go to cakemonkey.com.
June 27-30: A Cake Monkey pop-up, an urban yoga retreat, a Helmut Newton mega exhibit, and more.
Swing by for a five-minute laser therapy facial that firms skin and tones your complexion in no time.
June 27-30: Show some love at the Pride Parade, sip bellinis at Jamie ONeill Salon, arrive early for the popular Glassybaby Seconds Sale, and more.
Head to Healdsburg for an outdoor feast with Hanna wines, wood-oven pizzas, locally grown salads, and a performance by Jen Chapin and the Jen Chapin Trio. All proceeds benefit WhyHunger. Tickets ($70) at whyhunger.org/hanna.