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Emma Piirtoniemi’s “Surf and Turf” necklace
The perfect statement piece made from carved acrylic, leather and sterling silver by jewellery artist Emma Piirtoniemi. Her work is on display at Studio 21 on Hollis Street until September 12.
emma-piirtoniemi.com, $695

Cosmic Tree Essentials’ Elemental Coloration Lipstick in Blackberry
Cosmic Tree Essentials is an Annapolis Valley-based company created by Beth Thompson, providing a range of natural products. Her lipsticks are made with cocoa butter, plant oils and (no joke) dark chocolate. Blackberry is great for fall.
cosmictree.ca, $16, Sundays from 9am-3pm at the Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market

Soap In Your Mouth’s “Becky with the Good Glow” massage bar
This skin-softening bar from Soap In Your Mouth is ideal for sidechicks. It moisturizes as well as making you look like you’ve spent the day in the sun. No more spilling lotion in your bag!
soapinyourmouth.com, $10, 5239 Blowers Street

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This article appears in Aug 17-23, 2017.