Online - March 12, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Make this weekend scandalous.

SEE
All the Presidents’ Girls
What: Artist Annie Kevans’s oil paintings depict former commander-in-chiefs’ romantic indiscretions — from Sally Hemings to Monica Lewinsky (there are 30 total, including one man).
Why: Secrets, secrets are so fun.
Where: Online at anniekevans.com.

SHOP
Daytrip Society
What: New site has everything you need to get outta Dodge for a few hours, including survival kits in sardine cans, binoculars, birdcall devices, and journals.
Why: You’re going, going, gone.
Where: Online at daytripsociety.com.

Deconet
What: Your new go-to for modern furnishings from showrooms in the United States and Scandinavia (mod capital of the world).
Why: The future is now.
Where: Online at deconet.com.

WEAR
Lori Leavitt’s Panthera Collection
What: The jewelry designer is giving 100 percent of profits from her lion-themed gems to H.E.L.P. Malawi, a nonprofit dedicated to building schools for orphaned children in Africa.
Why: This cause is worth roaring about.
Where: Online at helpmalawichildren.org.

WASH
The Laundry’s Finest
What: Premium washing powder contains no dangerous additives or bleach — so it’s much gentler on your clothes. Plus, you can get free samples.
Why: It’ll keep you so fresh and clean.
Where: Online at thelaundrysfinest.com.

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