The Bronzed & Beautiful
What's more seductive than skin that glistens and glows with warm sun-kissed color? Estée Lauder's Bronze Goddess collection delivers subtle honey shading that transports you to a sultry summer day-without the fear of sun damage.

The array of products delivers the radiance of the sun, housed within beautiful large compacts.

The contoured brushes, designed specifically for the Bronze Goddess formula, promise a perfectly even application every time. Great for all skin tones and available in matte or shimmer, liquid or loose bronzers, or an excellent combo.

Prices vary. Available at Bergdorf Goodman, Saks, and Bloomingdale's.


Zoom In
Hi-def camcorders are the latest, greatest technology to hit the high-end market.

Panasonic's two new additions (HDC-SD1 and HDC-DX1) keep pace with the continued evolution in video toward larger TV screens and higher-definition video content. One records onto SDHC memory cards and the other onto DVD discs. Both feature a 3CCD video recording system, like that used in professional broadcast cameras, and also Panasonic's revolutionary Optical Image Stabilizer.

Be a hot shot for $1,400 or $1,500, respectively.

www.panasonic.com


NYC Potpourri
You can get all the sweet scents of the entire city of New York in one gorgeous box when you pick up Bond No. 9's Bon Bon Box-their first-ever fragrance collection, which contains 18 signature pocket sprays.

The elegant elongated bottles, wrapped like tasty candy treats in colorful foils, are the perfect size for travel and are refillable. The glammed-up gift box holds two enticing layers of fun fragrances.

Enjoy all your fave NYC flavors: Central Park, Chelsea Flowers, Riverside Drive, Chinatown, Broadway Nite, Madison Soiree, Eau de New York, Park Avenue, Nuits de Noho, Wall Street, Eau de Noho, Little Italy, Fashion Avenue, Chez Bond, New Harlem, So New York, Hamptons, and West Broadway.

A delicious assortment for $230 (or priced individually at $40).

Available at Saks and Bond No. 9 boutiques.

www.bondno9.com
877-273-3369


Want More?
Thick, luxurious hair can be attained! Introducing Fekkai MORE, an innovative four-step hair-care system that fosters a healthy, more energized scalp while visibly improving hair density.

The regimen is part of the Fekkai Advanced HairCare family, and contains Fekkai's patented Niaplex system, which delivers a continuous release of niacin (vitamin B3) for fuller, thicker-looking hair. The line includes Scalp-Purifying Shampoo ($24.50), Root-Nourishing Conditioner ($24.50), All-Day Density Styling Whip ($25), and Nighttime Follicle-Boosting Treatment ($35).

Available at Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Saks, Sephora, and Frederic Fekkai salons.



Tasty Treat
An Edible Arrangement is perfect for any occasion and shows that you've got great taste!

These unique-not to mention delicious!-baskets make beautiful party displays, and are also perfect to send as a gift in lieu of a traditional flower bouquet. Each arrangement is guaranteed fresh and can be customized with a variety of all-natural, hand-sculpted fresh fruits (even hand-dipped in chocolate!). Available in a variety of sizes, ranging in price from $45 to $200.

The mouthwatering arrangement Delicious Party, above, is adorned with pineapple "daisies," straw-berries, grapes, cantaloupe, and honeydew. Large size shown, $135.

Edible Arrangements Store #602, 1788 Third Ave.





Shaken … Not Stirred
The ultimate charitable indulgence is just a sip away-The Capital Grille's one-of-a-kind $1,000 Gotham Martini!

This opulent sipper, made with Ciroc vodka and crème de mure, and drizzled with fresh berries, is adorned with a stunning sterling-silver link pearl necklace from acclaimed designer Steven Lagos.

But don't feel guilty about enjoying such a lavish cocktail-the best part about this magnificent mixer is that 100 percent of the profits benefit the national charity Share Our Strength, whose ongoing effort is to end childhood hunger in America.

Now that's showing your support with a very special twist!

Available through June 30 at The Capital Grille, 155 E. 42nd St.



Pearl Droplets
Add to your already over-the-top collection of bling-bling with these ultra-glam Himalia Pearl Earrings from the House of Cartier.

These dazzling danglers are drip-ping in 72 diamonds (approx. 1.85 carats) and platinum, and are signature staples of the Cartier Himalia Pearl collection-featuring 18K rose, white gold, or platinum, with diamonds and a variety of color and types of pearls: Tahitian, South Sea, or Fresh Water.

The collection was designed with accessories that are perfect for pairing: necklaces, pendants, and earrings, like these stunning sparklers for $45,150.

www.cartier.com
800-227-8437

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