SPA & BEAUTY
popular SoCo boutique. The Domain, 512-879-3174; 3800 N. Lamar
Blvd., 512-879-3422; 1400 S. Congress Ave., Ste. A-170, 512-3544737; kendrascott.com
RSK JEWELRY
A concierge for jewelry, Robin Hancock offers a personal shopping experience and a stunning collection of hard-to-find estate jewelry, precious gemstones, and contemporary creations. By appointment only, 512-694-9136; rskjewelry.com
ZOLTAN DAVID
Award-winning designer Sir Zoltan David combines centuries-old techniques 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
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., 512-5423626; austinawayspa.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
TENOVERTEN
This highly eco-conscious and luxe nail salon that originated in Brooklyn chose the South Congress Hotel for its first outside-of-NYC location. 1603 S. Congress Ave., 469-660-1010; tenoverten.com