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Necklace - Pendant
Necklace - Pendant

Tiffany's Diamond and Sapphire Tassel Necklace.

Fashion show - Fashion
Fashion show - Fashion

Rebecca Taylor's Lace Shift Dress.

Sunglasses - Goggles
Sunglasses - Goggles

Dior's Multicolor Shield Sunglasses.

Music centre - System
Music centre - System

The Mirage Audio System.

Black and white - Product design
Black and white - Product design

The Penclic Bluetooth Mouse.

Product design - Wire
Product design - Wire

Sanborn Canoe paddles.

2015 Porsche 918 Spyder - Car
2015 Porsche 918 Spyder - Car

Porsche's 2015 918 Spyder.

The Fast Track

The good life in fashion and toys

ELECTRIC CHARGE
The Fast Track
Porsche’s 2015 918 Spyder combines the ultimate in performance with the fuel-efficiency of a hybrid. This sleek, carbon-fiber model shifts between five modes—electric, hybrid, sport hybrid, race hybrid and hot lap. Even in electric mode, it goes from 0 to 62 mph in 6.2 seconds and can reach up to 93 mph. $845,000; porsche.com

ALL-OVER SOUND
Autonomic’s award-winning Mirage Audio System delivers seamless, high-fidelity audio streaming to multiple rooms from an array of music sources. The custom-installed system allows users to manage and sync playlists and integrate with all major online services, including Sirius XM 2.0, Pandora and Slacker Radio. Packages from $3,995;
mirageaudiosystem.com 

POINT + CLICK
The Penclic Bluetooth Mouse frees up computers’ USB ports and delivers a precision, pen-like response; it also reduces tension in the user’s arms, shoulders and neck. Compatible with Mac and PC, Penclic has a wireless range of up to 16 feet and a rechargeable battery that lasts for two months between charges. $89.95;
penclic.se

UP A CREEK
Handcrafted in Winona, Minnesota, Sanborn Canoe paddles are made of grained western red and white cedar. These well-balanced, light-weight creations are not only works of art, but they also help power adventurers on short trips as well as longer journeys. Paddles from $135. bespokeglobal.com 

FOUND TREASURE
In a stunning design, Tiffany’s Diamond and Sapphire Tassel Necklace combines a chain of diamonds with a sweep of deep blue precious stones. Price available on request. tiffany.com

LACE ME UP
Rebecca Taylor’s Lace Shift Dress for Nordstrom is sweet and summery. The A-line features intervals of lace and linen in soft blue and chartreuse. $495.
nordstrom.com

MADE IN THE SHADE
Dior’s Multicolor Shield Sunglasses provide 100 percent UV protection in eye-catching style. The yellow-and-white frames boast multi-hued mirror lenses. $450.
bloomingdales.com 

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