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Billboard Nominees

Airing this Sunday, May 19th is the Billboard Music Awards. So perhaps no one has truly watched this award show with genuine interest since he or she was about 14, but this show has its merits. There's some credit to be made for artists who can top charts for weeks on end, especially with such finicky audiences. And while some of us are sad to see great artists go mainstream, at least we know that they are competing for spots against some of the music industry's most wildly popular, and somewhat annoying, contestants. Let's hope that host Tracy Morgan can... CONTINUE READING 12

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5 Easy Fashion Resolutions for 2011

Do you have a resolution to mix your wardrobe up more in 2011? Here are five easy goals, with tips on how to achieve all of them from J of J's Everyday Fashion! Wear more color: Is your closet full of black, gray and other neutrals? Sounds like it's time to add some color to your wardrobe! If you are... CONTINUE READING 12

DIY At-Home Remedies

Lest you consider yourself a health and/or beauty guru, it’s hard to determine fact from fiction when it comes to DIY remedies. Some of the craziest sounding ones are true, and some that seem so simple end up being old wives' tales. Find five of my favorite at-home remedies below, and share your own crazy-but-true DIY cures. -Lynden Halpern No chapstick around?... CONTINUE READING 28

5 DIY Facial Masks Good Enough to Eat!

Just because you're on a budget doesn't mean you can't treat yourself to spa-status facials. Veg out by yourself or invite the girls over, and mix up these masks from ingredients you already have on hand! -Kristina Kawas For smaller pores and tighter skin: What better way to get rid of that leftover holiday eggnog than to pamper yourself with... CONTINUE READING 11

Menswear-Inspired Styles

Whether you love channeling Annie Hall or just want to stay on top of the upcoming spring trends, these menswear-inspired pieces will have you looking downright dapper! Mix a few masculine pieces or accessories into your wardrobe—just pair them with feminine items to avoid looking too costume-y. Show them you mean business when you wear the Alice and Olivia Shoshanna Dress ($368... CONTINUE READING 7

Seeing Rouge (Coats!)
Seeing Rouge (Coats!)
January 19, 2011

We were excited to see the fashions of Paris, but in December, the fashionable clothing was covered by stylish coats. Everywhere we looked we saw red...red coats, that is! Red coats with fur trim... -Jennifer Diana of Expat-Style.com Wannabe expats explore the world through fashion in hopes of finding their dream location on Expat-Style.com. SCROLL THROUGH TO SEE MORE LOOKS> ...with... CONTINUE READING 10

Golden Globes: Trends for Less

The 68th Annual Golden Globe Awards aired on Sunday night, but the fashion will live on for far longer. While the men rocked forgettable suits and tuxes, the gals got glammed up for the red carpet and beyond. See how to score some of the best looks for less! -Lynden Halpern Green was the color of choice for many women at the... CONTINUE READING 9

Tropical Beauty Treats

Even if you can’t make it down to Aruba or Jamaica (or way down to Kokomo), you can still enjoy the luxurious scents of tropical beauty booty. Yep, there are tons of beauty items on the market with island feels and smells, so take some time this Tropical Tuesday (or any day) and pamper yourself! -Lynden Halpern Coconut frosting sounds delicious (and... CONTINUE READING 10

These Boots Were Made for...Snow!

With snow in so many states, I can't stop thinking about snow boots. No, not the waterproof wellie kind (sorry Hunter, even socks don’t make them warm enough) or toasty Uggs (no matter how much you waterproof spray them, they aren’t waterproof!)—I’m talking about good old-fashioned snow boots. Caveat! Since I’m a style maven and self-proclaimed shoe-aholic, these boots need to... CONTINUE READING 15

Martin Luther King, Jr.: Quote to Live By

Rarely has a modern American leader inspired such hope and ignited such change like Martin Luther King, Jr. King is especially remembered as an eloquent speaker, moving many to action through his electric words during the African-American Civil Rights Movement. There are so many amazing King quotes that it was hard to choose, but we'd like to honor him on this Martin... CONTINUE READING 15

011511_HowNottoLookDesperateontheJobHunt

Desperate times can lead you to show how desperate you really are to land that job. But no matter how tough a time you’ve been having—dwindling savings, unemployment running out, bills overdue—that’s the last impression you want to give a prospective employer. Job hunting is like dating. People are attracted to confidence and turned off by the hard-up. So how can... CONTINUE READING 14