Hey, Big Spender

From a diamond-encrusted cell phone to a couture camper, this summer’s extravagances are redefining the art of the splurge.

BOOGIE NIGHTS This Aura 60 Pendant light, from Bay Area–based YLighting, could be considered the love child of a disco ball and a crystal chandelier. The globe gets its shape from individually suspended ribbons of handcrafted Murano glass, but it’s the “crystal-flashing finish” that’ll turn your dining room into a dance floor with the flip of a switch. $9,900; 888-888-4449, ylighting.com.

THE IN CROWD Membership does have its privileges: Not only do members of Solstice—a luxury residence club founded by Bay Area residents Graham Kos and Jeffrey Scult—have access to a 90-foot yacht and nine well-appointed estates in destinations like St. Bart’s, Paris and the Napa Valley, they get to tell tales of the rich and famous that aren’t tall at all. solsticecollection.com

HANG ON TIGHT Needless to say, the pink-suede interior of this limited-edition Minaudiere solid white-gold clutch by Louis Vuitton is pretty roomy, especially as it won’t be holding your checkbook or credit cards—the $305,000 sticker price no doubt put them out of commission in short order. louisvuitton.com

FINE DINING Designers Lene Nendel and Michael Ryding created this china dog-and-cat bowl with solid-walnut base for pet owners who understand that, with the right presentation, canned mystery meat could taste as good as the most gourmet food of all—table scraps. $100; Scandinavian Details, 364 Hayes St., 800-928-4010, scandetails.com

IDENTICAL CRISIS If your last name is Olsen, and you’ve built a multi-billion-dollar empire upon not your talent but that fortuitous moment 20 years ago when the egg split in two, then you should have no problem shelling out $11,823 for just one of these Bollywood single beds by Paola Navone for Casamilano. It’s a bargain, considering the 75-inch tufted-leather headboard prevents head injuries and, as you’re walking by, the mirror-paneled feet are perfect for catching a glimpse of those summery Prada wedges. Available at Dzine, 128 Utah St., 415-674-9430, dzinestore.com.

GIRL’S BEST FRIEND With 943 brilliant-cut pavé diamonds set in an 18K white-gold bezel, and a keypad encrusted with another 48 rocks, this Vertu Signature Diamonds Collection cell phone would have made Marilyn Monroe proud—but given the price tag of $86,000, chances are the blond bombshell would have been searching for a signal from inside the poorhouse. Available at Tourneau, Westfield San Francisco Centre, 845 Market St., 415-974-1846, vertu.com. WELL-HEELED For the baby born with a silver spoon in its mouth, may we suggest the only suitable footwear option: Gold-leather Dior sneakers from San Francisco’s eLuxury. For the baby born without said silver spoon, may we suggest thanking your lucky stars it has escaped this bizarre display of miniaturized couture. $145; eLuxury.com SPRING FLING Frolicking in a pollen-free meadow is a luxury for those at the mercy of their Claritin. Dutch designer Tord Boontje teamed up with Spanish rug manufacturer Nanimarquina to create the Little Field of Flowers. The hand-loomed blanket of felt blossoms makes a nice indoor plot for a hypoallergenic bubble. $4,670–$6,860; Propeller, 555 Hayes St., 415-701-7767, propellermodern.com

ON THE ROAD Design Within Reach and San Francisco architect Christopher Deam launch their special-edition Airstream travel trailer in June. The signature aluminum exterior remains intact, while the updated modern interior features a hardwood floor, Sony sound system, Paul Smith fabric upholstery and bedding by Matteo. We’ll take a spot at the KOA Kampground over a suite at the Ritz any day. Price upon request; dwr.com

BOOGIE NIGHTS This Aura 60 Pendant light, from Bay Area–based YLighting, could be considered the love child of a disco ball and a crystal chandelier. The globe gets its shape from individually suspended ribbons of handcrafted Murano glass, but it’s the “crystal-flashing finish” that’ll turn your dining room into a dance floor with the flip of a switch. $9,900; 888-888-4449, ylighting.com.

THE IN CROWD Membership does have its privileges: Not only do members of Solstice—a luxury residence club founded by Bay Area residents Graham Kos and Jeffrey Scult—have access to a 90-foot yacht and nine well-appointed estates in destinations like St. Bart’s, Paris and the Napa Valley, they get to tell tales of the rich and famous that aren’t tall at all. solsticecollection.com

HANG ON TIGHT Needless to say, the pink-suede interior of this limited-edition Minaudiere solid white-gold clutch by Louis Vuitton is pretty roomy, especially as it won’t be holding your checkbook or credit cards—the $305,000 sticker price no doubt put them out of commission in short order. louisvuitton.com

FINE DINING Designers Lene Nendel and Michael Ryding created this china dog-and-cat bowl with solid-walnut base for pet owners who understand that, with the right presentation, canned mystery meat could taste as good as the most gourmet food of all—table scraps. $100; Scandinavian Details, 364 Hayes St., 800-928-4010, scandetails.com

IDENTICAL CRISIS If your last name is Olsen, and you’ve built a multi-billion-dollar empire upon not your talent but that fortuitous moment 20 years ago when the egg split in two, then you should have no problem shelling out $11,823 for just one of these Bollywood single beds by Paola Navone for Casamilano. It’s a bargain, considering the 75-inch tufted-leather headboard prevents head injuries and, as you’re walking by, the mirror-paneled feet are perfect for catching a glimpse of those summery Prada wedges. Available at Dzine, 128 Utah St., 415-674-9430, dzinestore.com.

GIRL’S BEST FRIEND With 943 brilliant-cut pavé diamonds set in an 18K white-gold bezel, and a keypad encrusted with another 48 rocks, this Vertu Signature Diamonds Collection cell phone would have made Marilyn Monroe proud—but given the price tag of $86,000, chances are the blond bombshell would have been searching for a signal from inside the poorhouse. Available at Tourneau, Westfield San Francisco Centre, 845 Market St., 415-974-1846, vertu.com. WELL-HEELED For the baby born with a silver spoon in its mouth, may we suggest the only suitable footwear option: Gold-leather Dior sneakers from San Francisco’s eLuxury. For the baby born without said silver spoon, may we suggest thanking your lucky stars it has escaped this bizarre display of miniaturized couture. $145; eLuxury.com SPRING FLING Frolicking in a pollen-free meadow is a luxury for those at the mercy of their Claritin. Dutch designer Tord Boontje teamed up with Spanish rug manufacturer Nanimarquina to create the Little Field of Flowers. The hand-loomed blanket of felt blossoms makes a nice indoor plot for a hypoallergenic bubble. $4,670–$6,860; Propeller, 555 Hayes St., 415-701-7767, propellermodern.com

ON THE ROAD Design Within Reach and San Francisco architect Christopher Deam launch their special-edition Airstream travel trailer in June. The signature aluminum exterior remains intact, while the updated modern interior features a hardwood floor, Sony sound system, Paul Smith fabric upholstery and bedding by Matteo. We’ll take a spot at the KOA Kampground over a suite at the Ritz any day. Price upon request; dwr.com

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