have bag, will travel
What girl on the go doesn't need a fashionable tote for all those spur-of-the-moment trips? Grab one of these throwback vinyl bags, pack it with the bare essentials and hit the road. You can worry about picking your destination later. Red Tango Weekender bags, $64 each. Girl Boutique, 26 S. Maryland Plaza, 314-361-4475
tyke tootsies
They spend most of their time in strollers, but that doesn't mean the wee ones don't want hip footwear. Come on, Angelina's kids wear Pediped, so shouldn't yours? Pediped shoes, $28. Sweet Petunia, 1120 Technology Dr., 636-300-4888
keen tea
This clever tea steeper will help you forget all about those old-fashioned paper pouches you used to dip in hot water. Easy Tea Steeper, $19.99; bamboo tea scoop and whisk, $3.50 each; bronze cup, $12.50; Rooibos Sweet Amore Tea, $6.20 per 2 ounces; Yixing clay tea mug, $13.99; green tea mints, $3.65. Teavana, St. Louis Galleria, 314-863-3682,
www.teavana.com
here, boy!
No more roaming the neighborhood, calling out to Rex, the escape-artist bulldog. This GPS-enabled device snaps to your sneaky pup's collar and sends a signal to your PDA, cell phone or computer. Now, if it could only find the paper. Globalpetfinder GPS device, $349 (plus service subscription).
www.globalpetfinder.com and Neiman Marcus Direct
pretty pixels
It's the camcorder for the tech-challenged. Push the red button to record, push it again to stop, and delete what you don't like. It's the easiest way to make sure your memories live on in your heart--and your hard drive-- forever. Pure Digital Point & Shoot Video Camcorder, $129. Target, multiple locations,
www.target.com
dangle bangles
Often seen hanging from lobes famous (Jennifer Garner) and ueber-famous (Julia Roberts), mariechavez earrings are the swinging accessory of the moment--and once you see the detail and crafsmanship that go into them, you'll know why. mariechavez earrings, $99 (left) and $150 (right). Lusso, 12A N. Meramec, 314-725-7205,
www.globalpetfinder.com and Neiman Marcus Direct
just suit me!
Tired of settling for department-store bathing suits that never quite measure up? Step into the TrueTailor digital body scan booth at Lori Coulter and you'll get a custom cut suit in as little as four weeks. If only you could get a spray tan while you're in there. TrueMeasure bathing suits, $185 each; cover-ups, $85. Lori Coulter, 6138 Delmar, Suite A; 314-727-9879;
www.loricoulter.com
cheeky girl
If you like the shimmer-free glow you get from Benefit brand's Hoola bronzer, try the new Dallas for a slightly sparkly rosy pink, Georgia for a peachy glow and Dandelion for pale pink highlighting. Benefit powders, $26 each. Sephora, West County Center, 314-821-5200,
www.sephora.com
tasteful makeup
Hungry for this season's sweetest look? You can't exactly use this chocolate grooming gear before you go out, but they're perfect for winding down when you get home. $6.95 each. Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate Company, 6740 Chippewa, 314-832-2639,
www.chocolatechocolate.com
must-have of the month
Talk about aromatherapy. The delicious smell of this bath and shower gel will get you into the water, but its soothing aloe will make it hard for you to get out. It's a treat for those precious few moments of "me" time you can steal in the shower. Caudalie Bath and Shower Gel, $20. Sephora, West County Mall, 314-821-5200,
www.sephora.com
