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Calling all cultured fashionistas: internationally acclaimed pop surrealist Kenny Sharf will be feted at Roy and Elie Tahari's East Hampton flagship tomorrow night from 6 to 8. The artist has collaborated with Elie Tahari on a limited edition spring collection (including a physchadelic surf board!), and a portion of the proceeds will go to God's Love We Deliver. Don't know anyone who's going? Doug Marshall and occasional gofgofg Eric Spear will be there, and they are very friendly! Go shop (or sip --cocktails are complimentary) 'til you nearly drop, then display your goodies at Kiss and Fly!

Muchos besos and enjoy your weekend!

Ah the contradictions of the rich! We could write a book on them I'm sure. And, it's always fun to partake in a good bantering over the conundrums regarding the wealthy from time to time. I never could understand the law placed in Southampton banning clothes being hung out on the line to dry. Back in 2002, some homeowners complained that their neighbor's laundry outside made the town look shabby and the ban had been in place ever since (until today).

Two reasons this law was such a contradictory one:

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Remember The House of Sand and Fog, by Andre Dubus III (or the movie, with Jennifer Connelly and Ben Kingsley)? This is his new one.

One early September night in Florida, a stripper brings her daughter to work. April's usual babysitter is in the hospital, so she decides it's best to have her three-year-old daughter close by, watching children's videos in the office, while she works. Except that April works at the Puma Club for Men. More»

[Spotted in Quogue]

sky·lark (sklärk) n. - To play actively and boisterously; frolic.

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Who wouldn't want to live "a short swim across the bay from Shelter Island"?

"The gloriously undeveloped 55-acre spread at the northeastern tip of North Haven known as Tyndal Point has just seen its asking price cut $5 million, reports the New York Post's Braden Keil." [Gridskipper]

For a measly $75 Million you can pick up the current largest piece of residential real estate in New York.

For the most part, I really like Vilebrequins. I wear the pairs my brothers refuse to, the peach ones, the floral ones, the ones that end at mid-thigh. To me, they are about as classy as a swim suit gets, which is why I was so puzzled by this one. Money motifs are never classy, and I don't even think they can be the fun type of trashy, especially when they cost $200. What do you guys think? Rhinestone-emblazoned Juicy track suit or Henry Holland tee-shirt?

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Here's what we'd like to sip this summer. Feel free to suggest others.

The 2005 Bedell Gallery, a blend of Chardonnay, Viognier, and Sauvignon Blanc, from Bedell Cellars. "The nose is toasty and complex, with minerality, matchstick, lemon/lime tones and vanilla wafer. The rich, round mouthfeel is highlighted by citrus and Honeysuckle blossoms with oak weaved seamlessly throughout."

The 2006 Vino Bianco, a blend of Tocai Friulano, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, and Chardonnay, from Channing Daughters. "Often we smell and taste tangerines, yellow plums, white peaches, pineapple, juicy dripping pears, hints of vanilla, brown spice, honey and a magical floral quality, almost like acacia blossoms." More»

I was obsessed with this song Junior year of college. Thanks to reader Megan for suggesting this fine piece.

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Okay, this one doesn't have a picture of the house's exterior, but it could be the most heinous split-level imaginable and still warrant your greenbacks. 1.5 miles from the beach? 2 minute "stroll" into the village "for sushi at Suki Zuki? 5 minutes from the Water Mill Jitney stop? Backyard Fishing, kayaks, bikes, and wireless? Plus two decks and a kick-ass grill? Just do it, people! More»

Want to feel like you're part of the experience of the Hamptons club scene but find yourself working as a teller at the local Whole Foods in Montanta? Have no fear...now you too can experience a little taste of Dune, right in the comfort of your very own veranda.

JUST TAKE:

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Ray Lamontagne is coming to Westhampton tonight! I can't believe I didn't find out about this sooner, but, last time I checked, tickets were still available. If you don't have prior plans, adopt this one. Lamontagne is one of those musicians with a broad-spectrum appeal; his stuff is a mash of folk, soul, blues, and rock, and it comes across as the epitome of coffee house music. Most of the time, his voice is hushed, winsome, and kind of sea-shorey, and then it'll suddenly boom and swoop over simple guitar licks. The sound is very lo-fi and straightforward, which usually translates into great live performances. Tonight's show is at the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center and tickets are $70, $85, and $100. I'm stuck in Boston, but allons-y-vous and tell me how it is! 

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Riddle me this, what is Bellhaus?  If you drive by it at night and take a glance, this new store could be an art exhibit: a building whose glass front reveals softly yet perfectly back-lit shelves filled with the hottest shoes and fabbest handbags. Racks of haute couture loom around a few staple pieces of furniture – all for sale.  And beauty, there’s beauty (as in skincare) and scented candles.  The settings are so gorgeous you almost don't want t disturb them by buying anything. Almost. More»