Savvy Spends

From value-for-money to downright dirt-cheap, we uncover summer’s fine finds

By Rebecca Philps

Mix and Mash
Home Outfitters El Paso Margarita Maker ($29.99) is the perfect thing to kick-start patio season. Hbc.com

Back in Black
Berlin-based indie designer Esther Perbandt creates elegant but edgy basics, like this cotton Work Dress ($350)—we also love her draping, cowl-neck hoodie. At Mooncruise, 235 Cambie St., 604-685-9575; Mooncruisegallery.com

Step Brightly
Joe Fresh thriftily delivers runway-to-reality with these punchy neon pumps. Right on trend and only $24, they’re easy to part with, too. Joe.ca Zegna.com

Cheap Thrills
No more schlepping to the ’burbs now that H&M has finally opened its downtown location in Holt Renfrew’s old digs. Fellas, look for a collaboration with Comme des Garçons founder and head designer Rei Kawakubo this fall. 633 Granville St.; Hm.com

Face Value
Befine is a new skin-care line that uses rice and wheat proteins, which are easily digested by skin cells, and natural food ingredients like mint, ginger, almonds, mushroom, and pomegranate. At London Drugs, various locations

Screen Dream
Bang & Olufsen’s new BeoVision 8 LCD TV boasts signature B&O sound quality, optimal picture technology, and a surprisingly accessible price point ($4,500). 1305 Burrard St., 604-669-6011; Bang-olufsen.com

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