Sip on this.
DRINK
Westside Red Rover
What: Three femmes fatales from NYC, San Fran, and Chicago join Angeleno Naomi Schimek to reach unparalleled libation excellence at this oceanside rooftop party complete with live tunes.
Why: Sipping a Bay Rose (gin, blackberries, pink peppercorn honey syrup, lemon, egg whites) or an L.A. Summer (serrano chile syrup, mezcal, tequila, mango, pineapple) at sunset is a baller way to start the week.
When: Mon., 6 p.m.
Where: Hotel Shangri-La, 1301 Ocean Ave., at Arizona Ave., Santa Monica (310-394-2791).
SCORE
Alice by Temperley London Sale
What: Channel refined British punk with 50 percent off the spring/summer 2010 collection filled with Breton stripes, ashy polka dots, and graphic tiger-print dresses and separates.
Why: Spend a little, get a little: like a free tote (leopard or rose) with a purchase of $150 or more (while supplies last).
When: Thru July 31. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 1-6 p.m.
Where: 8452 Melrose Place, at N. Alfred St., Melrose (323-782-8000).
STOCK UP
Torn Sale
What: Up to 55 percent off the line’s bold, print-happy tops.
Why: The heathered jersey tank with gold studs (reg. $255, now $119) will make your jorts look good.
When: You need some jazzy basics.
Where: Online at swirl.com.
PRIMP
Bellacures Santa Monica
What: Get your nails did right while sinking into a crazy-comfy suede lounge at the third location of this mani/pedi standby.
Why: The Summer Solstice service is worth the splurge, with coconut sea salt scrub, warm paraffin treatment, shaping, polish, and buttercream moisturizer for hands ($60) or feet ($80).
When: Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: 1609 Montana Ave., b/t 16th & 17th Sts., ste. b, Santa Monica (310-584-4584).
SCULPT
Pop Physique Venice Opens
What: This blend of Pilates, yoga, and isometric movements heads west for the first time to bestow the gifts of lean muscles, tight abs, and firm cans.
Why: Get 15 percent off a multipack of classes (reg. $95-$480) with code candy or get unlimited classes for a month for $100.
When: Opens today. Schedule online at clients.mindbodyonline.com.
Where: 12024 Venice Blvd., at Inglewood Blvd., Venice (310-390-9999).
STYLE
MyBlow L.A.
What: New salon offers five styles of blowouts for the hurried and broke. Get hot without being bothered in 30 minutes for $35.
Why: Customize your own hair affair or go with the bohemian, voluminous, curly, or slick ’n’ straight. Nab a scalp massage for an extra $10.
When: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 419 N. Bedford Dr., b/t Santa Monica Blvd. & Brighton Way, Beverly Hills (310-278-4600).
Photo: Nanagyei - Off & On / Flickr








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