How Hervé Léger's Wearable, Equestrian Look Came Together


Updated 02/23/12 11:39 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 0 comments

Herve Leger Fall 2012 Beauty Look: Hair and Makeup Test

Hervé Léger is known for body-conscious dresses, but for Fall 2012, the collection included tougher elements such as harnesses and fur accents. Such a bold statement was set off by a high ponytail and minimalist makeup. Here, days before the runway show, we captured the hair and makeup test in process — that's the time when the designer and beauty team decide how the models will look. In the Read more

Beauty Byte: Bobbi Brown Is A Living Beauty


Updated 03/07/07 6:08 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 7 comments

Beauty Byte: Bobbi Brown Is A Living Beauty

Acclaimed makeup artist Bobbi Brown has just released her new book titled, Living Beauty, $29.99. This beauty expert is just about to be 50 years old and in my opinion, she is as beautiful as ever. In this book, she reveals her secrets on how skincare and makeup can instantly make any women over 40 years old look refreshed and better! The book is comprised of: step-by-step makeup instructions, Read more

A Trip to Marrakesh: Design Tips, Stories, and Inspiration From Maryam Montague and Her Phenomenal New Book


Updated 05/25/12 9:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Marrakesh by Design Interview and Pictures

Moroccan design and decor may be a popular decorating trend, but for Maryam Montague, the woman behind the beautiful and popular blog My Marrakesh and the new book Marrakesh by Design, it's much more than that: it's a way of life. When Maryam isn't working at her main occupation as a human rights and democracy specialist, she's writing and photographing for her blog; managing her shop, Red Thread Read more

Forget the Flowers — Add Terrariums to Your Wedding Instead!


Updated 05/25/12 3:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Terrarium DIY Pictures

Most brides are looking for beautiful ways to enhance their wedding's decor and to help it stand out from the crowd, and that's why terrariums are a great option for creating a beautiful, unusual impression on your big day. We talked to Katy Maslow and Michelle Inciarrano, owners of the Brooklyn-based company Twig Terrariums and authors of the new book Tiny World Terrariums about how — and why Read more

Todd Oldham Walks Us Through His Favorite Pieces in the Kid Made Modern Collection


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Todd Oldham Discusses Kid Made Modern Collection For Target

Run, don't walk to your nearest Target to pick up Todd Oldham's just-released line of Kid Made Modern DIY art supplies. The collection — which we first told you about back in January — includes 48 affordable kits and pieces (all priced under $20) based on his book of the same name. The multifaceted crayons (one has 64 colors in a single crayon), board book-making kits, and beautiful Read more

Growing Through Arts' Music Series: Kid-Friendly or Are You Kidding?


Updated 05/17/12 1:00 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Opera and Musicals For Kids

We're all about exposing kids to fine arts, but is opera asking a bit too much? Not according to Growing Through Arts, a company founded by former pro dancer and Harvard grad Aleksandra Efimova, which creates educational children's books and toys. The company just launched its second series of books (the first focused on ballet), breaking down some seriously highbrow stuff for kids ages 2 to 6. Read more

Online Dating: 5 Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd


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How To Stand Out Online Dating

We're happy to present this excerpt from one of our favorite sites, YourTango. Today, David Osterczy gives us an excerpt from his new book 101 Online Dating Tips. Here is a smattering of tips from my latest book, Dating DeMistyfied, 101 Online Dating Tips. I've left out much of "the meat and potatoes," but left in enough content for you to get an indication of what you will learn from this book. Read more

Link Time: Beachy Homes and the 50 Shades of Grey Apartment


Updated 05/17/12 4:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

50 Shades of Grey Penthouse

A new book showcases beach homes in the Bahamas, Morocco, and beyond. — Houzz Try these tips for white living room decor. — House Beautiful See the tower where 50 Shades of Grey is set. — Curbed Take a quick trip to Ohio to tour this sweet farmhouse. — Country Living These colorful Summer decor pieces will perk up your patio. — California Home+Design One of these 5 pretty vases Read more

Look Like You're in the '30s With This Vintage Book


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Reissued Beauty Book Looks at '30s Makeup

If you're looking to re-create the vintage look of stars like Ginger Rogers, you can't go wrong with this reprint of a 1930s beauty book ($17). Originally published in 1932, the reissued book is available on eBay. Whether you're looking to replicate classic makeup looks or just want to see how people defined glamour back in the day, it's a fun little read. View 5 Photos › Photo 1 Photo Read more

The CW Pilots: New Shows Coming in Fall 2012


Updated 05/13/12 4:00 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

CW New Shows Fall 2012

We already gave you the initial info on the new pilots coming this Fall to Fox and NBC, but now we bring you the list from The CW. And it's good news! Five new hour-long series have been picked up by the network for the Fall TV season. The Carrie Diaries: This highly anticipated series stars AnnaSophia Robb as Carrie Bradshaw in 1984, during her pre-Sex and the City high school days. First Read more