May 2005 Archives

This printed tie-dye caftan is perfect for weekends at the beach. Wear it with jeans, linen or over a swimsuit.

$89.99 (on sale from $120) at armaniexchange.com

Just in time for Memorial Day weekend, we found these fun cocktail-inspired beauty products to help get the party started.

Philosophy Cocktail Party
Have yourself a cocktail party this Memorial Day weekend with this trio of cocktail-inspired hair and body cleansers that smell just like the real thing. The set includes Melon Daquiri, Pina Colada and Senorita Margarita. Sized just right for travel.

$30 at sephora.com

TheBalm Cheek Cocktails
Get your party started with these smooth cheek gels that give you that sought-after flush without the hangover. Pink Lady, Fuzzy Navel and Sex on the Beach also double as lip balm and eye color.

$16 at sephora.com

Demeter Cocktail Party To Go
Take the party on the road with this trio of mini, mistable happy-hour favorites. The set includes 3 pick-me-ups: Gin and Tonic, Sex on the Beach and Fuzzy Navel.

$30 at sephora.com

Soft metallic nappa leather combined with a raffia wedge sole makes this one sexy summer shoe. Matching dual ankle wrap straps can be worn in a variety of ways for ultimate versatility. Also available in white leather or blue floral fabric.

$69.99 at shoes.com

This pretty floral canvas clutch is the perfect little Summer bag. A drop-in chain converts it to a shoulder bag in a snap.

$85 at kennethcole.com

Harmful UV rays can leave hair dry, brittle, weak and blown out so it's important to protect it from the sun every day. This hair care line will help revitalize "sunburned" tresses with a special UV-filter and essential minerals and proteins to nourish hair and scalp. Our favorite is the After Sun Hair Treatment - a must after a day at the beach or pool.

$12.50 to $14.85 at saveonsalonproducts.com

Pile several of these colorful lucite bangles on your wrist for one of the hottest looks of the season.

$29.95 to $32.95 each (originally $50 and up) at bluefly.com

Eight chic shadows packed in one convenient compact mix and match to create a number of sexy combinations.  Each has a subtle gold or silver shimmer to complement and enhance Summer skin.

$42  at sephora.com

Whether worn singly or in layers, a long beaded necklace is the perfect complement to this season's bohemian-chic style. This translucent strand is approximately 70" long.

$24 at nordstrom.com

What do you get when you combine SPF 20, super emolient moisturizers and sheer, shiny color? This super-addictive new lip balm from Neutrogena. Our favorite is "Fresh" which adds a hint of rosy color -- pop one in your handbag and one in your beach tote for a quick fix anywhere.

$7.99 at drugstore.com

This ethnic-inspired chiffon top is adorned with beautiful gold embroidery and sequins. Wear this with jeans or white pants for a chic summer look.

$48 at rampage.com