A classic scenario.
SHOP
Vintabella Boutique
What: Stylist Nina Akpan’s store just opened, but the clothes are from the days of old — silk skirts and dresses, floral blouses, ’70s jeans, sequin formalwear, ’80s swimwear (never worn), and one-of-a-kind handbags.
Why: New items (designer denim, leather earrings from local Nad Designs) make appearances, too.
When: Mon., by appt.; Tues.-Thurs., noon-7 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., noon-8 p.m.
Where: 4500 W. Village Pl. SE, ste. 1015, Smyrna (770-434-8447).
MIX
Taste of Earth Facial Mask
What: Natural ingredients like sage, plantain, and walnut hull powder detoxify and rejuvenate your skin like chemically processed products can’t.
Why: The four-ounce jar yields about ten uses.
When: Your pores need relief.
Where: Available at tasteofearth.net, $15.
COOK
Barcelona’s Truffle Oil and Shavings
What: The wildly popular restaurant joins forces with Italian Urbani Group to create private-label truffle oil ($28) and shavings ($58) of the highest quality.
Why: Paired with The Barcelona Cookbook ($29), it’s one thoughtful gift.
When: Mon.-Thurs., 5 p.m.-midnight; Fri., 5 p.m.-2 a.m.; Sat., 11:30 a.m.-2 a.m.; Sun., 11:30 a.m.-midnight.
Where: 240 N. Highland Ave., Inman Park (404-589-1010).
CHILL
Silent Sundays at Wet
What: Steamy summer days are bearable on the hotel’s pool deck. Mellow tunes, towel, and valet are included ($25 lunch and beverage minimum).
Why: Reserve a cabana for up to eight of your hottest pals for $200.
When: Thru Aug. 26. Every Sun., noon-7 p.m.
Where: W Atlanta – Midtown, 188 14th St., Midtown (404-892-6000). Email damien.whitman@whotels.com for cabana reservations.
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