Written By Melinda Tennison
Style Bootcamp:
Boys of summer stay cool in gear from PacSun in Westminster’s TownMall. Defend your right to ride the waves in military-inspired Hapuna Camouflage boardshorts with all-over Hawaiian flower design (by Billabong, $52.00), then wax up your board and hang 10! Afterward take a beach break in the shade of this distressed straw version of the classic cowboy hat in Cowboy Tea Stain (by Billabong, $24.50).
PacSun is located in the Westminster TownMall, 400 North Center Street, Westminster. Call 410-871-9994.
Get Noticed:
Tepper Jackson invites us to travel in luxury this summer with its ultra-hip collection of geometric accessories on textured PVC vinyl. With each piece available in several designs, just combine to suit your look. Two inner compartments and one removable zip pouch allow the weekend bag to double easily as a diaper bag during family excursions to the pool. 13.5”x10.5”x4” Weekend Bag ($55.95), 7.5×4.5” Zip Purse ($15.95), 4.25”x6.25” Card Case ($11.95), 4.25”x6.25” Passport Case with five card slots and two side pockets ($24.95).
Retro-Metro is located at 118 South Main Street, Mt. Airy. Call 301-831-0310.
Get Glowing:
Make your skin glow naturally with products from Samsara Salon & Spa in Sykesville. The three-part protective solar care system from bio-based French company Yon-Ka includes solar protection, after-sun, and self-tanner (priced $32-$50) made from plant and marine extracts to balance, soothe and rejuvenate skin. Then hit the beach in Jane Iredale’s revolutionary line of natural mineral makeup designed to enhance beauty while keeping skin healthy. Choose the water-resistant base that won’t melt in the sun; pocket-sized facial spritz; natural-looking bronzers in sun-kissed, terra cotta, or customizable glows; and the seductive shimmer of real 24-karat gold dust for body and face.
Samsara Salon & Spa is located at 7606 Main Street, Mt. Airy. Call 410-552-6900.
Steppin’ Out:
Glamor girls step into summer at Boscov’s with kid-friendly versions of runway footwear from Somethin’ Else by Skechers. The trendy line offers an array of blocky thong sandals, canvas Mary Janes, ballerina slippers and these ankle-strap wedges (by Skechers Kids’, $24.99) with polka dots on pink ribbon, metallic heart buckle and a stable cutout platform heel. Pair them with every look this season from innocent eyelet to urban chic for a solid foundation of style.
Boscov’s is located in the Westminster TownMall, 400 North Center Street, Westminster. Call 410-751-6660.
Rock Ôn’ Roll:
Give your teen a ticket to ride by treating her to cool gear from Deja Vu Surf & Skate. Joanne Sapp and new partner, Bonnie Haynes, offer the largest selection of accessories, designer clothes, skateboard parts and high-quality decks, including the “Venus” shown here (by Zero, $54.99) and pictured with hot-pink-and-black checkered trucks (by Industrial, $48.99), pink wheels (by Krown, $19.99) and hardware and bearings (by Deja Vu, $1.99). Johnny and Robbie Haynes, the owner’s sons, each offer affordable lessons, skate camp and private parties. Call for prices or to enroll.
Deja Vu is located at 8 Main Street, Mt. Airy. Call 301-829-1707.
Garden Party:
Everything old is new again. Visit local collectibles shops for treasures and set your table for a summer garden party. Serve treats with iced tea or lemonade on this casual tea service (“Lavender” by Andrea by Sadek, priced $3.50-$18.50) from Inspirations (call 410-857-0058) in Westminster.
Feature a centerpiece like the blown glass and forged metal creation below (by Don Pell, $45.00) from Contrary Mary’s in Sykesville (call 410-549-9005) and shop Country Cottage Consignment (call
410-549-7979) for table accessories.
In Mt. Airy visit the Blossom & Basket Boutique (call 301-829-8300) for custom floral arrangements like this charming lemon one. Amy’s Attic (call 301-829-5055) serves up collectible glassware, including candy dishes (priced $4.95-$25.00). Ben Gue’s Country Crafts & Collectibles (call 301-829-2112) carries a delicious assortment of hand-poured candles in scents like “Raspberry Lemonade”
(by Rhapsody Candles, $2.95-$12.95).
When Pigs Fly (call 301-829-5055) welcomes you with sweet placeholders and vintage jewelry at steal-me prices (various, $3.00-$10.00) to feed your insatiable hunger for style.
