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Wishes Do Come True: Fairytale Transformations in St Louis

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  • Spring Experience

    Dance Company: Boston Ballet

    Spring Experience
    Citizens Opera House 539 Washington St, Boston, MA, United States
    The 2026 Spring Experience is made up of three contrasting works that showcase the versatility of Boston Ballet dancers and the varied styles of contemporary ballet storytelling—Jerome Robbins’ Dances at a Gathering, William Forsythe’s Herman Schmerman, and Lia Cirio’s After. Featured Image: Viktorina Kapitonova and SeokJoo Kim in Lia Cirio’s...
  • Giselle

    Dance Company: New Ballet

    Giselle
    Hammer Theatre Center 101 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose, CA, United States
    New Ballet presents Giselle in a world premiere re-staging by Artistic Director Dalia Rawson, offering a fresh interpretation rooted in the ballet’s original choreography. A cornerstone of the Romantic ballet era since its 1841 debut, Giselle tells the tragic story of a young peasant girl who dies of a broken...
  • Giselle

    Dance Company: New Ballet

    Giselle
    Hammer Theatre Center 101 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose, CA, United States
    New Ballet presents Giselle in a world premiere re-staging by Artistic Director Dalia Rawson, offering a fresh interpretation rooted in the ballet’s original choreography. A cornerstone of the Romantic ballet era since its 1841 debut, Giselle tells the tragic story of a young peasant girl who dies of a broken...
A visit to these locations will leave you feeling like royalty

We aren’t all fortunate enough to have a fairy godmother to transform our look with a simple flick of her magic wand, but these St. Louis businesses are the next best thing. Whether you are treating yourself to a little self-care, getting ready for a night out with friends, or preparing for an upcoming important event, a visit to these locations will have you pampered from head to toe and feeling like royalty.

Round Brush Blow Out
An elevated, unrushed scalp and hair cleanse blow-dried to perfection

Think smooth, airy movement. Volume that feels touchable, never stiff. A finish that holds its shape for days—not just hours. Thirteenth & Washington Salon’s Round Brush Blow Out delivers complete hair perfection designed to carry you effortlessly through the week.

Thirteenth & Washington Salon | 412 North Tucker Blvd
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AUDRA—Cape Dress in Cornflower
Modern occasion dressing, redefined

AUDRA’s signature Cape Dress offers an alternative to traditional cocktail attire—polished and distinctive. Cut in Italian twill suiting and made in America, it achieves a fluid yet sculptural silhouette. Its sweeping cape extends from neckline to hem, creating movement while maintaining a refined profile—embodying the brand’s approach to thoughtful construction and enduring design.

AUDRA | 9755 Clayton Road, Ladue
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Alchemy Perfume
A warm, layered fragrance made locally

With notes of tonka bean, musk, labdanum, and spruce, Civil Alchemy’s exclusive Alchemy Perfume—blended in small batches for exceptional quality and character by perfumer Kelley Hall-Barr—settles in close to the skin with a lasting depth.

Civil Alchemy | 8154 Big Bend Blvd, Webster Groves
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Custom Spray Tan
Achieve sun-kissed radiance—no sun required

Sol Sunless Tan’s organic, vegan, cruelty free spray tans—composed of all naturally derived ingredients—will leave you glowing. Service comes with all natural, spray tan safe prep and post products to ensure the longevity of your beautiful UV-free sunless tan.

Sol Sunless Tan | 1588 S. Lindbergh Blvd, Ladue
Make an Appointment >>

Inner Glow Facial
Reveal your skin’s natural radiance

Awaken your skin’s natural luminosity while restoring clarity, balance, and vitality. An ultrasonic cleanse and diamond-tipped microdermabrasion will perfectly refine your skin, followed by a powerhouse serum, soothing lymphatic massage, and restorative red light therapy session to enhance cellular renewal. The result is skin that appears smoother, clearer, and beautifully illuminated from within.

Aquarius Wellness | 7750 Clayton Road
Make an Appointment >>

Round Brush Blow Out
An elevated, unrushed scalp and hair cleanse blow-dried to perfection

Think smooth, airy movement. Volume that feels touchable, never stiff. A finish that holds its shape for days—not just hours. Thirteenth & Washington Salon’s Round Brush Blow Out delivers complete hair perfection designed to carry you effortlessly through the week.

Thirteenth & Washington Salon | 412 North Tucker Blvd
Make an Appointment >>

AUDRA—Cape Dress in Cornflower
Modern occasion dressing, redefined

AUDRA’s signature Cape Dress offers an alternative to traditional cocktail attire—polished and distinctive. Cut in Italian twill suiting and made in America, it achieves a fluid yet sculptural silhouette. Its sweeping cape extends from neckline to hem, creating movement while maintaining a refined profile—embodying the brand’s approach to thoughtful construction and enduring design.

AUDRA | 9755 Clayton Road, Ladue
Shop Now >>

Alchemy Perfume
A warm, layered fragrance made locally

With notes of tonka bean, musk, labdanum, and spruce, Civil Alchemy’s exclusive Alchemy Perfume—blended in small batches for exceptional quality and character by perfumer Kelley Hall-Barr—settles in close to the skin with a lasting depth.

Civil Alchemy | 8154 Big Bend Blvd, Webster Groves
Shop Now >>

Custom Spray Tan
Achieve sun-kissed radiance—no sun required

Sol Sunless Tan’s organic, vegan, cruelty free spray tans—composed of all naturally derived ingredients—will leave you glowing. Service comes with all natural, spray tan safe prep and post products to ensure the longevity of your beautiful UV-free sunless tan.

Sol Sunless Tan | 1588 S. Lindbergh Blvd, Ladue
Make an Appointment >>

Inner Glow Facial
Reveal your skin’s natural radiance

Awaken your skin’s natural luminosity while restoring clarity, balance, and vitality. An ultrasonic cleanse and diamond-tipped microdermabrasion will perfectly refine your skin, followed by a powerhouse serum, soothing lymphatic massage, and restorative red light therapy session to enhance cellular renewal. The result is skin that appears smoother, clearer, and beautifully illuminated from within.

Aquarius Wellness | 7750 Clayton Road
Make an Appointment >>

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