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The presents are wrapped, the nog is spiked and we’re shivering in anticipation of what Santa is slipping down the chimney for nice girls. Now that the holiday buying bonanza is over (and the return lines are just forming), it’s time to think about New Year’s Eve.
It just isn’t New Year’s without bubbly, but Champagne isn’t in the budget, you say? Cross the bridge for bottles of dry, lemony and lovely Domaine Barmes-Buecher Crémant D’Alsace, a steal at $17 that tastes like unicorns and rainbows, not compromise. Moore Brothers Wine Co., 7200 N. Park Drive, Pennsauken, N.J., 888-686-6673, moorebrothers.com.
Call Positano Coast now for a spot in their swanky, all-white Sopra Lounge. Just $25 per person reserves a comfy couch and snags you a sparkling cocktail, a live DJ, party favors and a midnight toast. Even better, since the restaurant is just two blocks from the Penn’s Landing fireworks, you can enjoy the fiery finish in comfort — instead of in sweats, Uggs and a face mask. Positano Coast, 212 Walnut St., 215-238-0499, lambertis.com.
Nail Bar is in the New Year’s spirit all year round, welcoming clients with a glass of bubbles, wine or mimosa to go with their $30 pedicure. Pick a polish in winter 2010’s rich purple or shiny mahogany brown. Nail Bar, 133 S. 18th St., second floor, 267-687-8117, nailbarpa.com.
I’m thinking long-sleeved velvet minis for Twiggy types and black brocade wiggle dresses for those blessed with retro curves — all available on Fourth Street’s Fabric Row. To gild the lily, Decades (freshly moved from its original Bainbridge Street location) and Wilbur Vintage both have costume jewelry. Decades Vintage, 723 S. Fourth St., 215-923-3135; Wilbur Vintage, 716 S. Fourth St., 215-413-5809, wilburvintage.blogspot.com.
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