Tantastic: carrots and oranges belong in fruit baskets, not on the skin

Nothing matches the enduring allure of the suntan. Previously considered a sign of poverty, obtained from hours of laboring outdoors, the tan is said to have been popularized by Coco Chanel in the '20s when she sunbathed in the south of France. Fast-forward to 2005: Although images of George Hamilton and science caution us against overexposure to the sun, the sun-kissed look is as appealing as ever. When weekends are precious and your dermatologist is about to disown you, a fake bake is the only solution. Self-tanner is now available in easy-to-use spray cans (tanning for dummies--who doesn't know how to work a can of deodorant?) and portable tanning towelettes (the Swifter of tanning), so there's no excuse for looking like you've seen a ghost.

Annabel Tollman is Interview's fashion director.

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