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Aqua culture: Turquoise is everywhere, from runway to desktop. So don't chase those blues away! A user-friendly guide.

Sole searching: Colorful rubber thongs scream chic, affordable summer style. Whether you go for splashy prints or appliqués, we know you'll flip for these.

String theory: Why pay a fortune for three triangles of nylon? In these colorful suits, you'll surely make a splash.

Body glitter: Shine without shelling out: These sun-catchers are all under $400. Make a brilliant choice.

Flighty fifties cat-eyes, pink-tinted aviators, and Philippe Starck specials -- a glasses menagerie awaits you at these eyewear boutiques.

Polish your act: That sleek, pampered look doesn't have to break your budget. This summer, get trimmed, buffed, and tinted in a top salon at barber-shop prices.

Mules rule: Flippy, bright sandals are an essential part of this summer's flirty, feminine look -- and won't leave you strapped for cash.

Let's wrap this up: Spiff up your old sofa or freshen up that drab summer share: These slipcovers are a prescription for economic recovery.

Shades of the seventies: Disco-era shapes and cool colors are back. If you know where to look, even the prices are eye-catching.

Spinning passes: High-style-gym perks (peach-infused ice water!) come at prices that'll make your heart pound -- except with the special deal we've worked out.