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Splash of coral

A pop of coral can instantly take a simple summer item from plain to powerful, just by adding a splash of the fiery hue. From the real deal in jewelry containing the branch-like sea life to the imprint of its skeletal silhouette printed on sandals, mini-dresses and beaded maillots, coral in all forms is hitting stores in various pieces and in a refreshing range of prices.

On the higher end, Bottega Veneta has made delicate new coral pendants hanging from coral beaded chains, above, that look great layered with other drapey jewelry.

While coral jewelry adds a natural, beachy element to an outfit, items printed with the sinewy coral shape are bold and scream summertime. A one-piece bathing suit from Milly has an all-over coral print. If you want to wear the trend in a more understated way, Old Navy has coral-print sandals .

Felix Rey's line for Target includes an embroidered coral silhouette on a raffia clutch and a coral print on a roomy, white tote bag.

Sensitive shaves

Summer is all about getting rid of hair where you don't want it, meaning lots of new products to help. Among them, the Bliss-Philips Bikini Perfect, better than a razor for sensitive skin. It comes in several versions with assorted attachments, starting at $49.99; for information, go to www.bliss.philips.com.

Guy issues

Men who want a little less body hair, well, anywhere, might look to Remington's new BHT-600, with an extending handle to help reach the back and an extra-wide shaving head and a trimmer. It's $34.99 at select Target stores.

Hippie style

As even the most shameless shopaholics have watched the sun set on the era of acquisitiveness, a new age of Aquarius is dawning. Hippie looks carry at least an air of thrift - even if that maxi-dress comes from a mainstream store such as Forever 21 or Target.

Hippie looks always rally in the sweaty months. But with "Hair" returning to Broadway, the Grateful Dead resurfacing, Phish reuniting and Woodstock's 40th anniversary approaching, the resurrection is more robust than usual, with crochet bags and trims, peasant tops, vests, ethnic embroideries and prints, fringe, tie-dye fabrics, denim cutoffs, peace-sign jewelry, braids, beads and boots.

The prevailing vibe this time around: Tune in, try on - but turn away from a head-to-toe hippie homage.

A modern approach, says Erica Strama, a fashion expert for the national shopping center chain Macerich, is to pair one or two '60s-inspired pieces, such as a graphic tank layered under a crochet vest, and keep the rest of one's attire modern, simple and unsentimental.

"I love colorful peasant tops paired with slim skirts and strappy shoes," she said.

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