“Beauty Bowl” Anyone? Super Bowl Sunday Alternatives

Girls  RHOADownton Abbey  VS.  Big Game 2

Like many, watching the “Big Game” can be a mash up between catching must-see commercials, weak attempts at self-control in over indulging on game-day snacks – oh, yeah…and the football!

But if you are anything like us, you’ll agree that the commercials aren’t what they used to be, you can live without the nachos and there’s simply no contest when it comes to a choice between watching sports (Super Bowl or otherwise) vs. HBO’s GIRLS, Downton Abbey or Bravo’s Real Housewives of Atlanta for a night or pure entertainment!

So with this we give you our Fave Alternatives in Case Your Aren’t Watching The Big Game:
(EST applies)

1. Give Yourself a Team-Themed Mani

Whether your rooting for the @Ravens or fighting for the @49ers, there’s no better way for a die-hard fan to show her team spirit than with a Super Bowl-themed mani!

You’re sure to find inspiration in one of these fun designs:

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2. Hunker down with any one of a host of TV marathon’s

No matter what your interest, if you’re looking for a Super Bowl distraction, there’s a TV marathon for you.   Beginning at the crack of dawn Sunday, straight through Monday, check out a few of the highlights on offer:

3. Super Bowl aka: The Beyonce Bowl – Hit the Local Nail Spa After the Half-Time Show

You watched the first half of the game with your guy, and the not-to-be-missed-sure-to-be wowsa performance from the Queen B herself, Miss Beyonce.  Now it’s time to get out of the house, kick back and enjoy a little spa treat before another week of crazy begins.   Below, a few of our extended-hour fave nail spas for your beautifying pleasure…go on, you know B would want you to…

CleoCleo Spa and Salon
Sunday until 11:00 pm

258 Third Avenue (nr. 21st Street)
212-260-0600

 

24 hr. hairHair & Spa Party
Open 24 Hours
@hairspaparty

76 Madison Avenue (nr. 28th Street)
212-213-0057

450 Park Avenue South (Bet. 30th & 31st Street)
212-213-0051

tenovertentenoverten
Sunday until 8:30 pm
@tenoverten_nyc

112 Reade Street (nr. Varick Street)
2nd Floor
212-406-1010

 

4 .  RHOA (@bravotv) or GIRLS (@girlsHBO) followed by Downton Abbey (@downtonabbey) or GIRLS

Obvi!
(Though we will toggle during commercial breaks to check out the Super Bowl spots…hey, you never know!)

 

The CBG 5: Go-To Grooming Picks

Hey Guys – Whether gearing up for the “Big Game” or prepping for a big meeting, you know you’ll kill it when you look and feel your best head to toe.

Think you got your DIY down?  Think again.

While some men have learned to beautify their beards, for those that could use an assist from time to time in the grooming department, Tatiana Boncompagni’s Taming of the Beard in the The New York Times shares insight to what every stylish bearded man needs to know.

So now that you’ve nailed down your perfect pitch, be sure to hit up one of our favorite master barber spots and get your beard and mane in check with CITY BEAUTY GUIDE’s 5 Favorite spots.

The CBG 5

For Understated Style & Cool:

Barber Bart

Barber Bart

Barber Bart
www.barberbart.com

17 East 21st Street (Bet. Broadway & Park)
New York, NY
212-254-2400

Old School that Defined the Classics:

Paul Mole

Paul Mole

Paul Mole
www.paulmole.com

1031 Lexington Avenue (Bet. 73rd & 74th Streets)
New York, NY
212-535-8461
212-988-9176

Midtown Men with Style:

SPIFF for Men

SPIFF for Men

SPIFF for Men
www.spiffnyc.com
@spiffnyc

750 Third Avenue (@46th Street)
New York, NY
212-983-3240

Love the L.E.S. Look:

LocationsHor

F. S. C. Barber

F. S. C. Barber
www.fscbarber.com
@fscbarber

5 Horatio Street (nr. West 4th Street)
West Village
212-929-3917

8 Rivington Street (Bet. Chrystie & Bowery)
Lower East Side
212-673-3209

When in Brooklyn:

Barber & Supply

Barber & Supply

Barber & Supply
www.fscbarber.com
@fscbarber

101 North 8th Street
Williamsburg
718-522-4959

GET THE BLING WITHOUT THE $TING!

images-3If you love the look of Kelly Osborne’s Emmy mani sparklers, but not the whopping $250k price tag – no, that’s not a typo – head to one of the great NY nail spots (listed after the video below), where you can choose from a range of similarly diva-licious looks to bling out your nails in style.

 

 

 

Azature
Kelly’s Azature black diamond polish boasts an incredible 265 carats of black diamonds!  Want more on the “world’s most expensive manicure treatments?”  Check out this post from Bornrich.com

 

 

 

Ciate

 

For those of you who want to go DIY, check out the fab Caviar manicure from Ciate, available at Sephora.

The how-to video below shows you  just how easy it is to get your glam on.  And below, CITY BEAUTY GUIDE’s go-to spots for fab nail art when you need a fix!

DASHING DIVA NAIL SALONS
Multiple Locations

With a dozen super clean locations in NYC and Brooklyn, you’re sure to find a Dashing Diva nail salon near you, if not, a visit is worth the trip.   If bling is your thing, give the long-wearing, no-heat, non-damaging DesignFX nail appliqués a try.

SAKURA NAIL AND SPA
Uptown:  1709 Second Avenue (bet. 88th & 89th St.)
212-722-1334

Downtown:  35 East 1st Street (bet. 1st & 2nd Ave.)
212-387-9161

Sakura is the secret among serious nail art devotees who trust their nails to the pros there for 3D designs to Minx mani’s, CalGel and everything in between.  If you’ve been thinking about trying a real nail art look, this is THE place to go.

SHIZUKA NEW YORK DAY SPA
7 West 51st Street, 6th Floor
212-644-7400

This calm midtown salon, also known for their fabulous facials (though we’ve not actually tried their infamous “Geisha Bird Poop” treatment!), features Swarovski crystal manicure and pedicure options.

primp & polish
189 Grand Street
718-599-1949

Hip B girls hit Williamsburg’s primp & polish for expert mani/pedis.  Whether you choose to let their nail artists work their magic or you settle in for a relaxing classic lacquering, you’re sure to leave with nails looking as glossy as they get!

CBG INSIDER TIP:  If you’re aren’t quite ready to dip all your digits into the pond of sparkle, give a single nail on each hand or toe a little bit ‘o dazzle.  Choose a polish color that sparks your fancy, then select a second, more blingy bottle that compliments your main color for the accent nails.   It’s a fun and more subtle way to get the look!

Have a go-to nail salon that never fails?  Comment below and share.

GET FRIZZ-FREE IN A FLASH

AT THESE GREAT BLOW DRY BARS!

Hey NYC! As all city girls know dashing around the city can wreak havoc on our carefully coiffed tresses.  Beat the heat and bad hair days with a great blow out from one of these smooth operators.

And while most of us love a surprise – however NOT when it comes in the form of a botched blowout!  Here’s a news-worthy update: Many salons now offer an a la carte style “menu” where you can view photos and select just the look you want – a bonus for sure to avoid any misinterpretation of the desired result by either the you or the stylist – getting gorgeous guaranteed!

MEATPACKING
Blow – Book Online
342 West 14th Street
212.989.6282

 

MIDTOWN/Le Parker Meridien Hotel
DryBar – Book Online
119 West 56th Street
212-561-5392

FLATIRON
DryBar - Book Online
4 West 16th Street
212-561-5392

MIDTOWN/Henri Bendel
Fekkai Blow Out Bar
712 Fifth Avenue @ 55th Street
212-753-9500

 

Got a fave stylist who’s a genius with a blow dryer? Comment below and let us know where you go to tame your mane.

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Heading to the Hamptons? Get Beach-Ready Nails Before You Jump the Jitney

Summer may be winding down but there are still a few more beach weekends to be enjoyed.

Just in time for Labor Day – if you are heading to the Hamptons jitney-style, before you board the bus, stop in at one of these nearby nail salons – all within a one-block radius of each of the Eastside Jitney stops - for a convenient mani and/or pedi. Before you know it, you’ll be saying, “quick dry please” and be on your way to fun in the sun.

Good idea, right? Yes, we know, you can thank us later ;-)

Stress-Saver Tip: Save yourself the aggravation of a walk-in-and-wait situation – take a minute and call in advance to book an appointment – you’re SURE to get what you want it.

40TH STREET (Bet. Lexington & 3rd Avenue)

Black Label Nails & Spa
318 Lexington Avenue (Bet. 38th & 39th St.)
(212) 213-8923
Mon-Sat 9:00am – 9:30pm

59TH STREET (Lexington bet. 59th & 60th)

Aries Nail
707 Lexington Ave (Bet. 57th St & 58th St.)
2nd Fl
(212) 644-8668

69TH STREET (Lexington bet. 68th & 69th)
Note: This area is sadly starved for great nail spots

Angel Nails II
151 E 71st St (Bet. Lexington & 3rd Ave.)
(212) 535-5333

86TH STREET (Bet. Lexington & 3rd)

Nails Noble
1484 3rd Ave (at 84th St.)
(212) 535-7363

Have a favorite go-to beauty spot to get beach-ready? Share it here on CBG LOVES