September 8, 2008

Best Dress

Dominique Rouzier Fine Girls’ Clothing

Labor Day has come and gone. And those long, playful summer days have given way to get-your-behind-in-bed-you-have-school-tomorrow nights.

Give your budding genius some serious style with limited-edition pieces by Dominique Rouzier Mason. Her latest collection for girls — a cerulean blue wool trapeze dress, a sea glass shift in cashmere — is handcrafted by local seamstresses.

The Recital and Empire coats in gray wool have silk charmeuse linings, bracelet-length or bell sleeves, and rare details like corozo nut buttons. The garments are luxurious but not fussy, with modern silhouettes perfect for special occasions and playdates (okay, uptown ones).

You feel it? The frill is in the air.

Available online at dominiquerouzier.com.

BUZZ
Be a Bee
What: Kids suit up with wings and antennae, explore a “hive,” and forage for flowers.
Why: It’s sweet.
When: Sat. & Sun., 1-4 p.m.
Where: Wave Hill, W. 249th St., at Independence Ave., Bronx (718-549-3200).

SEE
Clucky, the Brave Little Hen
What: Visible Theatre’s high-energy play about a chicken who dreams of living free range.
Why: Farming fun.
When: Thru Sept. 28. Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.
Where: Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture, 630 Bedford Rd., Pocantico Hills. Tickets online at stonebarnscenter.org.

PARTY
Fiesta de Flores
What: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with food, dancing, and live music by Dan Zanes and Friends.
Why: Flower power.
When: Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Concerts at 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.
Where: The New York Botanical Garden, Bronx River Pkwy., at Fordham Rd., Bronx (718-817-8700). Tickets online at nybg.org.

PLAY
West Side County Fair
What: Check out a petting zoo, country music, square dancing, and more.
Why: You’re a little bit country.
When: Sun., 1-6 p.m.
Where: Riverside Park South, Pier I, at 70th St. (212-408-0219).