Let’s make this one memorable.
SPILL
Pirate Chef Apron
What: Local belt designer Jon Wye will cover you while you grill. His collection of summer aprons ($36) are emblazoned with betoqued skulls and crossbones made from kitchen tools.
Why: They’re splash resistant, with a holster for tongs.
When: You’re ready to fire it up.
Where: Available online at jonwye.com.
TELL
Body
What: For a final performance at the Corcoran Gallery of Art, artist Chajana denHarder invites observers to inscribe a life-size cast with their confessions.
Why: Watch denHarder destroy the casts to a soundtrack of her reading all the inscriptions.
When: Sat., 2 p.m. To participate, arrive on-site 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. or email bodywashingtondc@gmail.com with answers to these questions: What do you most desire? What have you lost?
Where: 500 17th St. NW, at New York Ave. (202-639-1700). Admission is free.
GO
Argentine Festival
What: Music from folksinger Miguel Dure, a performance by tango-fusion artist Victorio Menghi, a ten-piece band, dance instructors, and craft and jewelry vendors.
Why: Traditional foods like parrilla (grilled sausages and ribs) and addictive alfajor dulce de leche cookies.
When: Sat., 4 p.m.
Where: Thomas Jefferson Theatre, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd., Arlington. Tickets ($20) online at tickeri.com.
DRESS
Wink Personal Styling and Closet Consultation
What: The boutique owners sift through your closet to toss the bad, keep the good, and help you fill in the blanks ($80 per hour; three-hour minimum).
Why: Comes with a boutique discount of 15 percent on lines like DVF, Halston Heritage, and Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent.
When: By appointment.
Where: 3109 M St. NW, b/t Wisconsin Ave. & 31st St. (202-338-9465). Email wink@shopwinkdc.com for an appointment.
Photo: Jon Wye








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