AZ Studio
Talented colorists and stylists, and a well-supplied beauty boutique (with products from Shu Uemura, Kérastase, Sue Devitt, and Red Flower, among others), guarantee that you will leave the new AZ Studio in the AZure Spa without a hair out of place. The salon's signature ultraprecise haircuts, from smooth bobs to long layers to funky rock-star shags, always stand out and boast invariably clean ends and meticulous shaping. 94 Derby St., Derby Street Shoppes, Hingham, MA azstudio-derby.com.
Be Well Studios
Wellness is about more than just breaking a sweat three times a week; it’s about taking care of your mind, body, and soul. This Zen retreat in Scituate lives by that mantra, tempering its approachable barre and cross-training classes with restorative treatments such as meditation, reiki, and massage (bonus points for therapies tailored especially to clients undergoing cancer treatments). A waterfront perch adds to the gloriously relaxing vibe. bewellstudios.net.
Hitched Studios
In a perfect world, your wedding photographer would be an ace professional and your best friend. In the real world, superduo Tara Morris and Ben Wight come pretty darn close. The pleasant pair transcend the typical shutterbug-client relationship not only by taking top-notch photos, but also by making you and your guests feel shockingly comfortable. Be forewarned: Before the evening ends, you will get attached. 75 Walk Hill St., Boston, MA 2130, hitchedstudios.com.
Hitched Studios
In a perfect world, your wedding photographer would be an ace professional and your best friend. In the real world, superduo Tara Morris and Ben Wight come pretty darn close. The pleasant pair transcend the typical shutterbug-client relationship not only by taking top-notch photos, but also by making you and your guests feel shockingly comfortable. Be forewarned: Before the evening ends, you will get attached. 75 Walk Hill St., Boston, MA 2130, hitchedstudios.com.
Sadhana Studios
At Sadhana, the vibe is cool and the yoga is hot—over 95 degrees. Try out a steamy session with co-owner and teacher Glen, and see why he's racked up a cult following. Or quiet your mind in the studio's unique sadhana class, a two-hour session of traditional yoga topped off with formal instruction in meditation. 15 Worcester St., Boston, MA 2118, sadhanastudios.com.
Miller Studio
Big favorite of both politicians and the clergy. 17 Foster St., Quincy, MA .
Shelley's Studio
The first class is free, all ages are welcome, and you can stretch without embarrassment. 3 Appleton St., Boston, MA .
Glen Cunningham, Baptiste Power Yoga Institute
In characteristic Baptiste Power Yoga fashion, the temperature during Glen Cunningham's methodical Vinyasa-style classes is set to a steamy 90 degrees (though the room feels much hotter). But the unique playfulness Cunningham brings to each rigorous session in the Boston studio has students smiling through even the most painful positions. Cunningham's gentle, yet powerful, presence is supported by three years of study in Anusara yoga, a technique that emphasizes graceful alignment principles and ancient Tantric philosophy. In other words, he knows from the intricacies of body positioning, and can speak to every student's strengths and differences. It's a fun and invigorating twist on the Baptiste Power Yoga style that has devotees lining up to stretch and sweat. 139 Columbus Ave., Boston, MA baronbaptiste.com/the-boston-studios.
Sweat Fixx
What should you do if you miss pumping iron with your crew, but you’re still not ready to step foot inside a gym? Grab your yoga mat and some optional weights and head to Sweat Fixx for an outdoor fitness class, pronto. Offering al fresco strengthening sessions at its Southie location seven days per week, this woman-owned studio makes it (mostly) painless to squeeze in a low-impact workout filled with squats, biceps curls, planks, and more planks whenever the mood strikes. 323 Dorchester Ave., South Boston, MA 02127, sweatfixx.com.
Lingerie Studio
With a display that ranges from classy crêpe chemises to Bolivian-cotton robes to sheer but demure Simone Pérèle bras, Lingerie Studio is an overachiever in the realm of underthings. Reasonable prices and meticulous service (the staff is particularly fussy when it comes to fit) ensure that your unmentionables will be of maximum quality, bought with minimum hauteur. 264 Newbury St., Boston, MA lingeriestudio.com.
Lingerie Studio
Drop into this light-filled, low-key Newbury Street lingerie shop, and you'll find women sifting through the hangers with two hands, both arms full of merchandise. To be sure, it's difficult not to touch the smooth, fine cotton, and intricate lace from lines including Cosabella, Hanro, Arianne, Eberjey, Pjama, and Aubade. In addition to the standard undergarments, there's a healthy selection of robes, pajamas, and bridal lingerie. And for more everyday underthings, the well-edited inventory sports everything from lacy purple underwear sets and silky nightgowns to the perfect T-shirt bra—all as practical as they are feminine. 264 Newbury St., Boston, MA lingeriestudio.com.
AZ Studio
In the market for dramatic highlights? A sprightly pixie look? Long auburn layers? Head (sorry—couldn't help ourselves!) over to AZ Studio for ultrapersonalized service. The salon also has a fully stocked beauty boutique that sells Kiehl's straightening lotions, Shu Uemura makeup, and pretty much every other product you could ever need to stay utterly gorgeous seven days a week. Derby Street Shoppes, Hingham, MA 2043, azstudio-derby.com.
The Comedy Studio
Few comedy clubs these days are actually dedicated to the craft—which makes this Harvard Square studio a rare gem. Not only does it fill seats six nights a week with a variety of acts, it also devotes time to nurturing up-and-coming cutups and runs a sought-after comedian-in-residence program. And because it's located above the Hong Kong, you can get your laughs with a side of greasy-good Peking ravioli and a scorpion bowl. 1238 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA thecomedystudio.com.
The Comedy Studio
Located in the somewhat seedy attic of the Hong Kong, a Chinese restaurant, this Harvard Square club is deliciously low-tech. Yet it continues to be a pipeline to Hollywood for today's comedy giants, and NBC talent scouts have been known to linger in the shadows. 1238 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 2138, thecomedystudio.com.
MoveStudios
Ever want to catch a class at the gym, but don’t feel like schlepping all the way there? Good thing MoveStudios can come to a neighborhood near you. Launched in February 2021, the roving fitness studio now takes its climate-controlled truck all over the city and beyond, offering everything from small-group training to public classes at places like A Street Park and the Hingham Shipyard. And with a full range of equipment, it has everything you need to get fit under one (portable) roof. movestudios.net.