Smells like teen spirit.
DANCE
Fake Prom
What: A too-cool-for-school dance party, complete with open bar, sweet treats from Tender Greens, awkward photos with Oh Snap Studios, and a DIY corsage and boutonniere table. Take that, John Hughes.
Why: One hundred percent of profits goes to fund creative programs at Inner-City Arts.
When: Sat., 8 p.m.-midnight.
Where: Merchant St., at E. Seventh St., Downtown. Tickets ($35-$50) at fake-prom.com.
EAT
Clean Dinners
What: Health coach Stasha Washburn whips up innovative prix fixe menus that focus on fresh, healthy, and (mostly) vegan fare at intimate weekly dinner parties.
Why: Dishes like vegan shepherd’s pie and whipped cream cookie sandwiches laced with lavender, lemon, and coconut satisfy even the most carnivorous.
When: Every Sat., 7-11 p.m.
Where: Sustain Juicery, 548 S. Spring St., at W. Sixth St., Downtown (213-488-1989). Reservations (recommended) at cleandinners@stashahealthcatalyst.com.
SHOP
Koral Trunk Show
What: The L.A. denim label toasts its latest collection of impossibly flattering jeans with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at Elyse Walker.
Why: Equipment sweaters, Rag & Bone jackets, and Charlotte Olympia heels to keep your new go-to skinnies company.
When: Fri., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 15306 Antioch St., at Swarthmore Ave., Pacific Palisades (310-230-8882).
PREEN
Illuminate Facial at Exhale Mind Body Spa
What: An invigorating copper mist feels like bubbly champagne being slowly poured over you.
Why: Post pampering, swing by the hotel’s newly renovated restaurant, Fig, for lunch.
When: By appt.
Where: Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows, 101 Wilshire Blvd., at Ocean Ave., Santa Monica (310-319-3193).
Wax Santa Monica
What: The hyped Melrose waxing haven heads west; lightning-fast hair removal and miracle-worker peels prep beach-bound babes for more scantily clad seasons.
Why: Pick up crystal peel bars (a.k.a. microdermabrasion in a bar of soap).
When: Tues., Wed. & Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Thurs., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 2502 Main St., at Ocean Park Blvd., Santa Monica (310-581-2800).
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