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September 15, 2011 | Everywhere
The Weekend Guide
Online Finds, Fashion, and Fodder

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WEAR
Emmadime Knitted
What: Everything looks better with a bow on top, including your noggin. Embrace fall with oversize headbands, scarves, hair clips, pins, and more ($8-$60).
Why: Now you’re the gift that keeps on giving.
Where: Online at emmadimeknitted.com.

DOWNLOAD
PostSecret App
What: The cultishly loved blog takes to the mobile sphere with a service ($2) that allows users to upload their secrets and tag them to a place.
Why: Indulge your inner nosey parker and peruse the deep, dark thoughts of your neighbors.
Where: Online at itunes.com.

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Why: Prizes include must-haves from Rebecca Minkoff, Madewell, and more.
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Where: Online at The Sweet Shop.

READ
The Language of Flowers
What: Vanessa Diffenbaugh’s debut novel ($13) is the story of a young woman who spent her childhood in foster care and is now on her own. Angry and afraid, she relates to the world — and helps others — through blossoms and blooms.
Why: It unfolds like a rose and mesmerizes like an orchid.
Where: Online at amazon.com.

SEASON
Rub Joe Coffee and Spice Rubs
What: Sometimes meat needs to be rubbed (with seasoning). Choose original, spicy, or decaf ginger varietals ($11-$36) and use dry or wet to pump up the flavor.
Why: You can even sprinkle them on mashed potatoes, eggs, or soup for an added kick.
Where: Online at rubjoe.com.

SUPPORT
The Ocean Pendant
What: An appropriately weathered-looking sterling silver and bronze necklace ($100) with nautical charms (anchor, shark tooth) keeps your style from heading out to sea.
Why: Thirty percent of proceeds goes to THERAsurf, which helps kids with special needs through surfing therapy.
Where: Online at pennyroyalstudio.com.

Photo: Courtesy of Emmadime Knitted



	Sometimes it’s hard being a lady. We help you navigate the rules of dressing up with looks from the fall runways. Then check out our Fashion Week coverage on Tumblr and Twitter.


	Alice & Trixie Yes, that LBD will do, but brighter, printed cocktail attire is more fun. Keep the party going with colorful and wooden jewelry by Ettika from our sample sale site.

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Olay Regenerist Wrinkle Revolution Complex
What: The moisturizer uses light-reflecting technology to smooth skin and instantly reduce the appearance of fine lines and, in fourteen days, reduces the look of deep lines.
Why: You’re not as young as you used to be.
When: Apply daily.
Where: Learn more online at olay.com.