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AUSTINWAY.COM 83 creations. By appointment only, 512-694-9136; rskjewelry.com ZOLTAN DAVID Award-winning designer Sir Zoltan David combines centuries-old tech- niques with modern technology for one-of-a-kind stunners. His shop has served the Austin area for more than 30 years. Hill Country Galleria, Bee Cave, 512-372-8888; zoltandavid.com SPA & BEAUTY AWAY SPA The W Austin's spa is an urban retreat of the best kind. Make a day of it and spend post-treatment time by the pool. INSIDER TIP: Try the Ashiatsu Massage, in which the therapist uses her well-trained feet on your back. 200 Lavaca St., 512-542-3626; austinawayspa.com BIRDS BARBERSHOP Started in 2006 as an edgy, fun alternative to the typical salon experience—get a free Shiner beer with each cut, for example—Birds now has eight locations in Austin and one in Houston. Birds shops carry Verb (founded in Austin), including the new expansion of its Sea Line of products, perfect for summer. DRY BAR With its new location at Domain Northside, Drybar entered the Austin market this spring. Built on founder Alli Webb's belief that it's best to focus on one thing and be best at it -- in this case, blowouts -- Drybar has attracted a devoted fanbase with its flat price and cocktail-like menu of hairstyles (think the Cosmo (loose curls) and the Manhattan (sleek and smooth). Domain Northside, 512-629-4105; thedrybar.com HIATUS SPA + RETREAT This downtown retreat's expert staff is all about pampering, from facials to massages. Hiatus's annual membership program, The H-Circle, is one of the best spa packages in town. 1611 W. Fifth St., Ste. 155, 512-362-5777; hiatusspa.com JACKSON RUIZ SALON This longtime favorite Austin salon has been a mainstay at New York Fashion Week, styling hair for some of the top designers in the industry. 500 N. Lamar Blvd., Ste. 120, 512-478-7744; ruizsalon.com JOSE LUIS SALON With three locations, including its newest space at Domain Northside, Jose Luis is one of Austin's premier salons, featuring master stylist Jose Buitron and skincare expert Bill Pitts. 1717 W. Sixth St., Ste. 123, 512-474- 1146; 1100 S. Lamar Blvd. Ste. 2135, 512-474-1147; Domain Northside, 512-474-1146; joseluissalon.com LACQUER Lacquer has become the go-to nail salon downtown, and now it has expanded up north with a space near The Domain that offers more services, including waxing. Carrying more than 400 colors from lines such as Kendra Scott, Chanel, and Dior, Lacquer prides itself on its staff's extensive training in healthful practices. 210 Guadalupe St., 11005 Burnet Rd., 512-476-1211; ilovelacquer.com LAKE AUSTIN SPA & RESORT Whether you're visiting the day spa or staying for a week (highly recommended to take full advantage of the classes, treatments, and so much more), this impeccable retreat on the shores of Lake Austin will leave you refreshed and inspired to face the real world. 1705 S. Quinlan Park Rd., 800-847-5637; lakeaustin.com PROPAGANDA HAIR GROUP This stylish, contemporary salon welcomes you with an unpretentious vibe and professional stylists with rich experience. Co-owner Sara Domi is a highly sought-after makeup artist with prestigious national clients. 1611 W. Fifth St., Ste. 150, 512-473-0700; propagandahairgroup.com Get started on your Lake Austin Spa Resort escape as soon as possible with its new luxe water taxi service. The spa will now pick up guests at Walsh Landing, the Loop 360 boat ramp, or private residences with docks or landing areas along Lake Austin. The SOURCE: STYLE