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02/26/09
The state of the weekend is strong.
PERKS
1 New Perk
The sun will come out tomorrow…so 40 percent off on sunglasses and frames should come in handy.
- 411:
- UD Perks
BUCKLING
The Art of the Western Belt Buckle
The ultimate machismo accessory—the Texas belt buckle—gets its due in the form of a gallery show
with ranger sets and silver trophy buckles from struggling artisans like Ralph Lauren, Viggo Mortensen,
Tommy Lee Jones and Britney Spears. Something tells us these kids are going places.
- 411:
- No cost, now through March 15, Lyons Wier Ortt, 175 7th Ave (at 20th), 212-242-6220
NUDES
Nude Marilyn Monroe Snaps
Twelve never-before-displayed Marilyn Monroe pics—including a few well-timed poolside snaps—go
on display starting Saturday. You'll have to wade through the madness of the Javits Center to get there, but
your reward is one of the most coveted skinny-dipping shots in history.
- 411:
- $15, Feb 28-Mar 2, 655 W. 34th St (between 11th and 12th Ave)
SALE-ING
The Best of the Barneys Warehouse Sale
Whether it's sales or stocks, timing is everything. And for the annual Barneys warehouse sale, the smart
know the time is now. There are lighter crowds, heavier markdowns and rewards including suits and jackets at
70 percent off—especially nice if you're sweating the Dow.
- 411:
- Now through Mar 1, 255 W. 17th St (between 7th and 8th Ave), 212-450-8400
BRUNCHING
Macao Trading Co. Opens for Brunch
You heard it here first: the Oriental faux opium trading post is busting into the brunch business with
culturally blended treats like the Chinese Omelet, Portuguese Croque-Senhora and
Bloody Martas to wash it all down…but no opium before dinnertime.
- 411:
- Saturdays and Sundays, 11:30am-3pm, 311 Church St (near Lispenard), 212-431-8750
MORE BRUNCHING
The John Dory Opens for Brunch
Ken Friedman's riverside fish hangout tries its hand at the morning meal with a brunch menu including
Deep-Fried Fluke and Bacon and Guinness Fritters. Think of it as waking with the fishes...
- 411:
- Saturdays and Sundays, noon-3pm, 85 10th Ave (N. of 15th), 212-929-4948
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