Online - September 06, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Take the fall.

HELP
Malaria No More
What: The sale of each limited-edition T-shirt customized by designers like Erin Fetherston and Thakoon will provide six insecticide-treated bed nets for women in Africa.
Why: Make the mosquitoes bug off.
Where: Online at shopbop.com.

WEAR
Elizabeth and James
What: Sleek minidresses, cropped jackets, and skinny pants courtesy of the Olsen twins are finally available.
Why: Sure to create sibling rivalry.
Where: Online at neimanmarcus.com.

BUY
Satin Umbrella
What: Stay dry under a satin umbrella in silver, champagne, or black, inspired by Rihanna’s MTV Movie Awards performance.
Why: Let someone stand under your umbrella (ella ella eh eh eh).
Where: Online at totes-isotoner.com. 

USE
Beach Burner
What: Have the jazziest bonfire of all with this recycled steel fire bowl, which doubles as art.
Why: It burns, burns, burns the ring of fire.
Where: Online at johntunger.com.

EAT
Let’s Be Frank Weiners
What: Roast hot dogs made of 100 percent grass-fed beef over the fire.
Why: They’re top dog.
Where: Online at chefscatalog.com.

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