Shecky’s

With all of the attention we’re paying to the holidays on Shecky’s: researched and ideas galore, I’ve been thinking a lot about religion and tradition. I was raised Jewish, but don’t consider myself very religious. I spent my life attending Hebrew school, was Bat Mitzvah’d and confirmed, yet now I solely attend services on holidays, if that. While I... CONTINUE READING 14

Since it can be paired with almost anything and makes you feel instantly slimmer and fashionable, it’s so easy wear black every single day. But lately, I just seem to be over it. That's lead me to my new obsession—navy! It’s an even better super color because it does everything black does and the right shade can really make any skin... CONTINUE READING 7

Is the winter weather making you look like you came from the same salon as Russell Brand? Mizani has a brand-new product fresh from the vault to ease your icky, frizzy, staticky winter woes. Their Mizani Supreme Oil treatment contains eight natural oils and is silicon- and paraben-free to assure your hair stays long and healthy straight through to spring.... CONTINUE READING 7

They’re a thicker alternative to tights, they fit like a glove, they go perfectly under dresses, they’re oh-so-comfy and warm, they’re…leggings! See six styles we love. Velvet is one of the fabbest (and coziest!) fabrics this season, so why not sport it on your legs? The Leg Up Velvet Black Leggings ($29) from Lulus add some luxe under a tunic sweater... CONTINUE READING 16

Always Sunny Aficionado: One of the reasons I love It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia is how the sheer political incorrectness/ridiculousity brings light to otherwise serious issues. Plus, the self-centered “gang” and their band of unique acquaintances have an infinitely entertaining amount of quirks. I’m here every week to give you the scoop on what I think…and hear what you have... CONTINUE READING 4

I'm pretty financially responsible, but it’s hard to keep it all together around the holidays. There’s always the possibility that I’ll drop a little too much dough on the perfect present for Mom, bungle my request for a holiday bonus, and end up streeeeetching my pennies until the 25th (in the eating Ramen-for-every-meal kind of way). That's why (especially this... CONTINUE READING 19

There are all sorts of activities surrounding the holidays...and each of them requires a different type of outfit. J from J's Everyday Fashion has what-to-wears for five different scenarios. 1. Shopping: What's one activity you're likely to do a lot during the holidays? Shopping! You definitely want to be comfortable, but that's no reason to leave style at home. Thrown... CONTINUE READING 9

Just because your calendar is filled and your budget is stretched thin doesn’t mean your holiday primping has to suffer—especially when it comes to your hair. We spoke with Denise Sparks, updo aficionado and colorist extraordinaire at the fantastic Amadeus Salon and Spa in Pasadena, California, about some easy holiday hairdos that will carry you from a day at work into... CONTINUE READING 14

My first Fresh encounter was a few years ago when I got their Fig Apricot Eau de Parfum as a gift. My love of the scent, quality and packaging lured me into their SoHo boutique where I discovered Fresh's beautifully wrapped soaps. I don’t know if it's the sugar, lychee or sake they use in their products, but every “fresh” thing... CONTINUE READING 12

This week's style inspiration is Paris. These pics caused our friends at Expat-Style.com to strike gold. -Jennifer Diana of Expat-Style.com <all images Expat-Style.com> Wannabe expats explore the world through fashion in hopes of finding their dream location on Expat-Style.com. SCROLL THROUGH FOR PIECES TO GET THE LOOK> A mustard-colored skirt is like a condiment for your wardrobe...it adds just the right spice and finish. Brighten up... CONTINUE READING 9