Online - August 24, 2006

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Snakes on a plane? Skip it. You prefer new products in your travel bag.

BUY
Fresh Sale
What: The cult line of makeup, body care, fragrance, and candles is up for grabs on the cheap.
Why: Beauty should be at least skin deep.
When: Thru Fri., 5 p.m. EST.
Where: Online at fresh.com. 

Chronicle Books Sale
What: Stock up on smart reads from the indie publishing house at 30 percent off.
Why: Time to hit the back-to-school reading list.
When: Thru Sun.
Where: Online at chroniclebooks.com.

Isharya Sale
What: Get 20 percent off nonsale baubles from the glamorous line of Bollywood jewelry.
Why: Everybody must get stoned.
When: Thru Aug.
Where: Online at isharya.com. Enter discount code FRIENDS at checkout. 

DRINK
Naturally Infused Vodka
What: Whether you like it sweet (chocolate-orange, pear-lavender, candied ginger) or savory (celery-peppercorn, black truffle), Modern Spirits has got you covered.
Why: Candy is dandy but liquor is quicker.
Where: Online at modernspiritsvodka.com. 

DO
Snap.com
What: The broadband search engine is super resourceful and produces stellar results (once you get used to it).
Why: Come on, get snappy.
Where: Online at snap.com.