But Taylor Jameson, owner of the Northside salon bearing her name, might get a prize for most creative idea. Last week, she had a noon showing of hairstyles complete with cicada shell trims. For several of the upcoming weeks she is offering a "2-for-1 Cicada Red" offer. If you and a friend both want to dye your hair Cicada Red, Jameson will charge only half the normal cost. The offer will be on the table during the emergence. 4200 Hamilton Ave. Information: 541-3332.

2004 CICADA WATCH

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• In the cicada jewelry aisle: We ran across a pretty little cicada pin by Lisa Hueil Conner of the Clay Alliance for $15 (481-3224). A little steeper up the price line is the jade cicada necklace, designed by Barbara Westwood sold at James Free Jewelers in Montgomery, $1,400. The Colorado artist says the cicadas "are meant to mean eternal or immortal life. The ancients celebrated the cicada, so why can't we?" She chose jade because of its mystical qualities. Information: 793-0133.

Brad puts away "skirt": Actor Brad Pitt finally took off his metal "skirt" from the Greek epic Troy and began his promotion rounds dressed in something a bit more spiffy. He contacted Milan-based designer Neil Barrett, a Brit, and ordered up several expertly-cut suits. Pitt appeared on Good Morning America and Late Night with Conan O'Brien in his new togs.

Romualdo skews younger: Due to the efforts of two twentysomething employees, Romualdo's in Madeira is adding several hot new designers whose clothing is moving on the West Coast. Owners Trevor and Wendy Furbay says the shop is the only retail store in town to stock 7 Diamonds shirts with their slim fit for $65-$100, and has added the largest pick of Robert Graham shirts in the region in his signature bright colors. Shirts, ties, cufflinks and accessories from Cincinnati's own John Bartlett (now in New York) are on the way, along with lines from Martin Gordon, Schneiders of Salzburg, Alara and Southwick Tailored Clothing. 7121 Miami Ave. Information: 561-9010.

Benefit shades: Sunglasses from Dior, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Kate Spade are part of the fund-raising efforts of QVC's seventh Cure by the Shore, 3-5 p.m. Saturday on the shopping channel to raise money for multiple sclerosis research and education. Almost 14,000 pairs of sunglasses, donated by Safilo Group, will be sold, along with jewelry, accessories and beauty items. Information: www.QVC.com.

Shoes for a cause: Spring and summer shoes and clothes from Arte, Deja Shoe, Giorgio Brutini, La Scarpa and Suki will be on the runway Friday at Club Clau in Over-the-Rhine benefiting Dress for Success, a nonprofit group that helps low-income women make the transition into the job market. Doors open at 8 p.m., and the show starts at 9:30 p.m. There will be a sample sale before the show with handbags, jewelry and accessories. Tickets, $15; $5 off with a gently-worn shoe donation. Twenty percent of admission sales go to Dress for Success. At 12th and Sycamore streets.

Parisian charity sale: The department store's spring charity sale with savings on spring and summer merchandise is one for early-risers, 6-10 a.m. Saturday at the Kenwood Towne Centre store. Local charities sell tickets for $5, all of which goes to the charity. Ticket holders receive a book with savings of 10 to 50 percent for the event, plus $5 off the first purchase. Information: 792-2400.

Trunk show: The one-of-a-kind necklaces, earrings and bracelets by Cincinnati designer Laura Piker, including her bridal collection, are spotlighted in a trunk show, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday at One in a Million in Terrace Park. The store also features work by more than 30 different designers. 222 Wooster Pike. Information: 248-9080.

Bra fitting: Bra-Fit specialists will recommend style and fitting tips during an event at JCPenney stores Thursday through May 29. Private consultations, expert measurement and recommendations for body type and lifestyle for spring and summer clothes are part of the event.

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www.Fashionweekdaily.com contributed to this report.

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