Favorite Things Summer Edition

It's time to unveil the l2 fantastic products that have been chosen for our highly-coveted Favorite Things Summer Edition. We hope you love our selections as much as we do...and yes, there's a huge giveaway too. In fact, the winner will have a choice of either a $500 surprise goodie box OR a prize from our gift closet! 

We couldn't have a Favorite Things Summer Edition without Miraclesuit! The Be Dazzled Escape with Rhinestones is almost too pretty to swim in. The blue color is magnificent and the elegant iridescent beading across the bust dances is the sunlight. Soft shirring in the front, a scalloped sweetheart neckline, and wide straps help slim and create the most slenderizing illusion possible. Free shipping and free returns on every purchase! Also available in Black in sizes 8-16. $192 at miraclesuit.com.

A cool pair of sunnies are definitely a must! Protect your precious peepers from damaging rays with Costa's Islamorada. They provide 100% UV protection and are GORGEOUS! We love the chic Black and Coral combo and the metal logo accent on the temple. They're as light as a gentle breeze and are the most comfortable sunglasses I've ever worn. 100% Polarization eliminates glare and reduces eyestrain. The plastic lenses are scratch and impact resistant and they come with a lifetime warranty. ♥ Available in multiple colors starting at $179 at costadelmar.com.

The iDeaPLAY from iDeaUSA will keep the kiddies engaged during the long car or plane ride to your vacation destination. I was recently on a 10-hour train ride and the iPlay kept the 4-year old girl in the seat next to me entertained for hours. She showed me how it worked and I watched in amazement how she whizzed through all the applications. Encased in food safe silicone, iDeaPlay is water-resistant, drop-resistant, and has a 7" easy-to-read display. It comes pre-loaded with many fun games and apps including Color & Draw and Shrek Forever After. Features include Videochat Camera, App Wish List and Play Timer. Regularly $129, it's on sale as of this writing for $99 at ideaplay.com.

I guarantee the Beatriz Ball Soho Ampora Pitcher will be used not only all summer long, but the entire year as well. Beautiful for outdoor luncheons, tea parties, or just because, it's a work of art that is just too pretty to be saved for special occasions. Fill with juice, iced tea or infused waters and enjoy every day. Features a dimpled surface, exquisite lines, and superb craftsmanship. Measures 7x7x11". $148 at BeatrizBall.com.

Capture, share, and relive the exhilaration of sky diving, hang gliding, snorkeling, rafting, surfing and all your adventures this summer with Polaroid's XS80 HD 1080 p 16MP Sports Action Video Camera. This little baby weighs under 4 ounces, is water-resistant to 30 ft, and has a single button record {thank you, Polaroid!}. The aerodynamic design and shockproof exterior minimizes wind noise. Additional features include ultra wide angle lens, low light performance and sensory vibration when visual confirmation isn't practical. $129 at polaroid.com.

One of my fave entrepreneurial stories of all time, Origami Owl was started in 2010 by 14-years old "Bella", who wanted to earn enough money to buy a car for her 16th birthday. Today Origami Owl has grown to 60,000 Independent Designers across the country. Independent Designers sell beautiful custom living lockets personalized at Jewelry Bars {home parties}. A variety of the highest quality lockets and chains, charms, plates and dangles are available. The charms, dangles and plates are sold separately and can be changed with every season or special occasion. To create your story or learn more about the opportunity visit origamiowl.com.

After testing the iLuv SyrenPro™, I'm wondering why I had an outdoor speaker installed that is subject to rain, wind, sun, and snow when I could have had the same sound quality from this portable speaker for far less $$$. The SyrenPro™ is a UV/weather-resistant wireless bluetooth speaker that can be plugged into an outlet or used wirelessly to enjoy 360° sound for up to 4 hours of playtime at the beach, pool, camping...anywhere! Connect a second unit wirelessly for TrueWireless Stereo™ sound. Available in black or white for $129.99 at iluv.com.

I adore every Orogold 24K product I've tried and the Orogold 24K Vitamin C Cleanser didn't disappoint. The refreshing citrus scent awakens the senses and the cleanser leaves skin feeling as though a moisturizer was applied. Works wonderfully with the Clarisonic. A beautiful pump bottle arrives exquisitely gift boxed. $128 at orogold.com.

The UP® by Jawbone combined with the ingenius UP App's Insight Engine™ encourages you to walk more, stay hydrated, and sleep better. Wear the comfortable wristband and plug into your phone via the Simple Sync connector {included} to see your results. The app tracks how you eat, move and sleep, suggests daily goals, cheers you on and celebrates your accomplishments. It's your 24-hour personal coach that will even remind you to move when you've been inactive for too long ~ BRILLIANT! It can also vibrate to wake you at the optimal time during your sleep cycle so you feel refreshed. Water resistant and available in a range of colors in small, medium and large. $129.99 at radioshack.com.

I've been thrilled with the results from L'Occitane's Divine Cream so I was eager to try Divine Extract. The serum contains the highest concentration of Immortelle and Myrtle essentials oils to plump the skin. The serum has a silky texture, smells divine and leaves skin glowing. Use before Divine Cream and Divine Eyes. Watch out wrinkles! A 1 fl. oz bottle is $119 at usa.loccitane.com. 

This is sure to become every parent's Favorite Thing! With D-Link HD Wi-Fi Baby Camera you will be able to see, hear, and even respond to your baby from your bedroom or while at work. Fantastic features include sound and motion detection to alert you when your baby is crying, temperature sensor, two-way audio, night vision, recorded snapshots and videos triggered by motion and sound, 5 lullabies, and blue and pink interchangeable accent rings. Provides priceless peace of mind. $179.99 at dlink.com.

All eyes will be on you in J. Jill's Lace-Stitch High-Low Pullover. The tunic is so comfortable and even prettier in person. Gorgeous super soft lace in white or cashew. Regularly $89, it's on sale for $69.99. Hurry, they are going fast! jjill.com.

Chic Giveaway! ~ One lucky reader will select their choice of either a $500 goodie box or a prize from our gift closet.

To Enter: email chicgiveaway@gmail.com and include the following:

• "Favorite Things" in the subject line
• your first and last name
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Contest ends 11:59 PM ET September 9, 2014.  Limit one entry per household. Winner will be notified by email and announced on our Winner's page. Winner will have 48 hours to claim prize. Open to US Residents 18 years of age and older.

Many thanks to each of the brands featured for providing products and/or photos for this feature.