in need of a new resto, a new bag, a new drink? we've been doing some thinking for you:


made for a queen.
challenge: outdoing yourself at the next charity gala after you rocked vintage YSL at the last costume institute ball. solution: the stunning, almost-floral design, full skirt, tight bodice gown with ruched sleeves from the fall alexander mcqueen ready-to-wear collection (pictured left). with this masterpiece, you're almost guaranteed to be the belle of the ball. as long as a lauder doesn't beat you to the dress. 417 west 14th street. 212.645.1797. www.alexandermcqueen.com


chef du jour.
new resto klee brasserie comes to town this month with a eurpoean-american flair. austrian chef daniel angerer (formerly of fresh, shore, and coast) partners with wife lori mason to bring some good lookin' cookin' to the former magnifico spot in west chelsea. with his artful cuisine (he studied under robuchon, jean-georges, and bouley), we'll take it. opening late october. 200 ninth avenue. at 22nd.


bag of clothes.
you know longchamp, the french bag maker. for fall, they're launching a new line. but this time, expect prêt a porter. as in clothes. only ten pieces, but that should keep you covered thru winter. think silk tops, tunics in cashwool, satin dresses, and then some. and all are bag compatible. speaking of bag, it wouldn't hurt to pick one up while you're at it. available at the soho boutique. 132 spring street. 212.343. 7444. www.longchamp.com


old juice.
add dom pérignon rosé 1996 to this month's list. nectarine and wild strawberry. just one bit of advice: don't let this one sit in your closet. go ahead and drink it. available at 877-spirits.


blown away.
meeting ran late. can't hail a cab. cocktail party in t-minus two hours. get a blow-to-go (as in hairstyle, perv.) from the blow styling salon. on the menu: a signature blowstyle or the "wet-to-dry" iron. they'll even do your makeup if you ask nicely. from freak to chic in no time flat. 342 west 14th street. between eighth and ninth. 212.989.6282. www.xoblow.com