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Lancome/Style Coalition Short Films: Karla Sugar | May 12, 2011

Lancome asked their favorite fashion and beauty bloggers to create 20 short films inspired by the colors of their Color Design 5 Pan palettes. Here Karla Sugar experiences Lancome’s House of Color and shares her inspirations for TAUPE CRAZE palette. To learn how you can experience color visit http://facebook.com/lancome.

Watch for Beth Anderson’s Chic Galleria Lancome short film on May 26, 2011.

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John Wilder Hosts Advice Column on Chic Galleria | May 12, 2011

My name is John Wilder.  I have a question for you.  If you are having man problems does it not make more sense to talk to a man than to your girlfriends. Think back to Sex and the City.  Carrie in spite of being a sex columnist was clueless about men.  She would go to her gal pals who were equally clueless about men.  If you want to know about a man, then why not go to a trusted man to ask him.  There are no nationally syndicated male advice columnists that I am … Read More »


 

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Blood, Sweat & Cheers Makes Dating Playful Again | May 12, 2011

Despite the lack of inspiration most men apply to dating, courtship is still a game. So why not treat it that way?

A new startup called Blood, Sweat and Cheers, uncovers fresh ideas for the active. This free email dishes quick, fun and quirky suggestions so it’s easy to step out of work and right into play.  Each weekday, Blood, Sweat and Cheers shoots readers a witty, article that uncovers the best upcoming competitions, off-the-radar spectator sports, fantasy leagues, sports bars, addictive workouts and sports gear.

From coed mini-golf leagues to sailing expeditions to city-wide … Read More »


 

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Think, Straight Talk for Women to Stay Smart in a Dumbed-Down World | May 12, 2011

By Lisa Bloom

Girlfriends, what is happening to us? Lisa Bloom asks.

In Think, Bloom reveals the stark paradoxes that American girls and women are living today, including:

We are excelling in education at every level but are likewise obsessing over celebrity lifestyles and tabloid media, leaving many of us unable to name a single branch of government — but nearly all of us can name at least one Kardashian.
We are outperforming our male counterparts in employment in urban areas for the first time in history, yet spending more time and money on our appearances, including electing … Read More »


 

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SOBRAL SAMPLE SALE NYC | May 12, 2011

SOBRAL SAMPLE SALE

Thursday-Saturday, May 12th-14th: 11:00am-8:00pm

Sunday, May 15th: 11:00am-7:00pm

Styles discounted from 40-70% off!!

Sobral
412 West Broadway
New York, NY 10012
212.226.2710

http://www.sobralusa.com/

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Lamcome/Style Coalition Short Films: College Fashion | May 11, 2011

Lancome asked their favorite fashion and beauty bloggers to create 20 short films inspired by the colors of their Color Design 5 Pan palettes. Here Zephyr Basine of College Fashion experiences Lancome’s House of Color and shares her inspirations for MAUVE CHERIE palette. To learn how you can experience color visit http://facebook.com/lancome.

Watch for Beth Anderson’s Chic Galleria Lancome short film on May 26, 2011.

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Summer Meals: Thai Style Confetti Crunch Cucumber Salad | May 11, 2011

Thai Style Confetti Crunch Cucumber Salad

Makes 3-4 cups

From Clara Silverstein’s A White House Garden Cookbook: Healthy Ideas from the First Family for Your Family. (Recipe contributed by Rebecca Wheeler)

This is a great dish for introducing kids to fresh salads. “The dressing is sweet, the colors are bright, and the peanuts add a familiar favorite flavor,” said Rebecca Wheeler, chef, cooking instructor and leader of ethnic market tours in Chicago. Her own children, Julia, 5, and Mack, 3, are not yet interested in many raw vegetables or salads, but “they are happy to help me stir anything I am making,” … Read More »


 

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Aquariums as Decor: Tank Setup 101 | May 11, 2011

If you’re considering trying your hand at fishkeeping, there are a few simple steps to getting started. There are several schools of thought, my advice is coming from my own successes and (unfortunate!) failures. Planning the health of your future aquarium is the first step, the second step is deciding on the theme that will match your personality and your decor!

For example, I have a tank in my daughters’ room with a dinosaur theme, another in the hallway that has a “Moonscape” (and also brilliantly has triple action: Tankscape, Humidifier and Night Light for late … Read More »


 

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Lovable Labrador Gives Palsy Patient New Lease on Life | May 11, 2011

A Dog Named Slugger

by Leigh Brill, is a true story about a woman who, at the height of her Cerebral Palsy symptoms, turned to a service dog organization where she was matched with Slugger, a highly intelligent, devoted and loving Yellow Labrador.  The story that follows is not just heart-warming and inspiring, it also promotes a very worthy cause–the Service Dog Industry. All of Leigh’s proceeds from the book will go to the nonprofit St. Francis Service Dogs organization.

“I have cerebral palsy. I walk funny and my balance is bad. I fall a lot. My hands shake, too. That means … Read More »


 

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Gay Boyer Jewelry Designer, Lisa Harris | May 11, 2011

 

We are loving the talent from GlobalFashionBrands.com! This week we catch up with Lisa Harris of Gay Boyer jewelry. Gay Boyer has been known for its upscale costume jewelry synonymous with elegance and style since 1976 and after a successful 35 year career, Boyer has handed the leadership and design direction to Lisa Harris.

Lisa tells us, “Since taking over the company, I’ve introduced more bold, contemporary casual styles that appeal to a wider age demographic and will continue this approach. It makes designing more fun and spontaneous. We’re also working on expanding … Read More »


 

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Lancome/Style Coalition Short Films: M.I.S.S. | May 10, 2011

Lancome asked their favorite fashion and beauty bloggers to create 20 short films inspired by the colors of their Color Design 5 Pan palettes. Here Gabriella Davi-Khorasanee of M.I.S.S. experiences Lancome’s House of Color and shares her inspirations for JADE FEVER palette. To learn how you can experience color visit http://facebook.com/lancome.

Watch for Beth Anderson’s Chic Galleria Lancome short film on May 26, 2011.

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Funky Fridge, Beleaguered Brain? | May 10, 2011

So… when was the last time you cleaned out your fridge? No, I don’t mean cleaned out in the sense that you removed all the food with green fuzzy stuff growing on it. I mean cleaned out in the sense that you removed everything and washed the whole unit with warm, soapy water. You know, taking time to get out all the crumbs and strange unidentified food ‘wadjes’ that like to tuck themselves in those hard to reach places.

If it’s been a while, you might just want to get on that, because whether it’s large globs of unsavory bacteria or … Read More »


 

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FishyGrrl’s Aquariums 101 | May 10, 2011

Many people would love to have an aquarium or a fish as a pet, however sometimes it can seem daunting knowing how to set up an aquarium or fishbowl and properly take care of it. Don’t let that hold you back, fishkeeping can be a great hobby as well as a part of your decor – even as a gift for a friend, child or teacher!

For a fun activity, I created “Betta Buddies”, which is a 4 page coloring activity where children could pick their fish, name it and add decorations to the bowl. Then, they can plan … Read More »


 

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Lancome/Style Coalition Short Films: What I Wore | May 9, 2011

Lancome asked their favorite fashion and beauty bloggers to create 20 short films inspired by the colors of their Color Design 5 Pan palettes. Here Jessica Quirk of WHAT I WORE experiences Lancome’s House of Color and shares her inspirations for PINK ENVY palette. To learn how you can experience color visit www.facebook.com/lancome.

Watch for Beth Anderson’s Chic Galleria Lancome short film on May 26, 2011.

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SPANX: Hollywood’s Little Secret | May 9, 2011

Ten years ago, a frustrated consumer by the name of Sara Blakely took shapewear to a whole new level. And now, SPANX is Hollywood’s best kept secret. Some of today’s hottest female celebs are rocking SPANX in order to create a flawless figure. Sara has helped create more than 200 problem solving products. In 2006, Sara launched ASSETS, a new collection of shapewear and legwear designed to help women achieve their own red carpet look for less. In 2009 Haute Contour was launched, a lingerie inspired collection, allowing all women to feel sexy.  SPANX hasn’t slowed down yet; SPANX has … Read More »