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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Your Favorite TV Stars’ Beauty Secrets, From Lucy Hale to Kerry Washington
Jennifer Lawrence may be the big screen’s biggest star, but thanks to cable and Netflix, TV’s prettiest actresses regularly hang out with us in our living rooms. Besides just lusting after the clothes in shows like Pretty Little Liars, we dream about replicating Snow White’s porcelain skin on Once Upon a Time, Olivia Pope’s perfectly matte pink pout on Scandal,... CONTINUE READING 14
Spring’s right around the corner, which means it’s time to shave your legs, pull out your sundresses, and somehow deal with your dry winter skin. You don’t want to look peely on the first day of spring — that’s March 20! Besides keeping your lips kissable with these tricks, keep your face soft with the help of our favorite deeply moisturizing... CONTINUE READING 3
Faux Fur Favorites Under $100
Touchably soft faux fur has found its way into the mainstream, thanks to fabrics that feel real without being real (here at Shecky’s, we love our furry friends — we have two adorable doggies in our office right now). Besides keeping us toasty through the rest of wintertime, faux fur adds textural detail to our favorite outfits. While you won’t see... CONTINUE READING 8
Are we all doomed to wear fashionably ugly shoes this spring and summer? According to our favorite designers, springtime swans will be marching around in clunky square heels, alien-like multi-strapped psychedelic platforms, giant black cylinders, and (gulp!) socks under sandals. But there’s no need to run away in fear and resort to another year living in your worn-out, basic and reliable... CONTINUE READING 13
This Spring, It’s All About Stripes: How To Wear 10 Runway Trends
Whether you’re lusting after the jailbirds on the Louis Vuitton Spring runways or want to play with peekaboo panels like Alexander Wang’s vixens, it’s a striped, striped, striped world out there. Get in the game with these just-as-foxy looks from more affordable brands. -Molly Friedman Peekaboo Stripes Get Alexander Wang’s gorgeously sheer and ladylike stripes with this Tadashi Shoji Sleevless Mesh Stripe Jersey... CONTINUE READING 8
11 Tasty Treats You Won’t Believe Are Vegan
Maybe the vegan trend all started when Natalie Portman appeared on Top Chef demanding a vegan meal. Or maybe it was aided by all our super-skinny friends announcing their gluten-free, organic lifestyles. Or perhaps the Portlandia chicken skit had something to do with it. No matter who started it, going vegan is a trend that isn’t going anywhere soon. So... CONTINUE READING 11
Time To Start Drinking Way More Often. Water, That Is
Control calories, keep your energy level up and look younger -- while it’s not a magic cure-all, wet, wet water has dozens of benefits (check out this post from WebMD). You don’t necessarily need eight glasses every day, but really, you’re probably not drinking enough. We get it -- in the afternoon, the lure of that cherry vanilla soda is... CONTINUE READING 5
Bend Your Mind! 7 Yoga Poses That Fight Stress
We may sweat and struggle a little during our yoga class, but we always feel the same way by the end: Way more relaxed, positive, and serene. It’s time to get over your fear of intimidating yoga poses so you can take advantage of the stress-zapping benefits. As Leslie Lewis, a yoga teacher with Sangha Yoga Shala in NYC, says,... CONTINUE READING 10
Top Spring Beauty Trends – Get the Looks For Under $30
We may envy Kerry Washington’s glowing skin or Jessica Chastain’s cascading waves on the red carpet, but that doesn’t mean we can afford their dermatologist or hair stylist. What we can do, however, is modify spring’s hottest beauty trends using lust-worthy products from our local drugstore. Find out how with this guide! -Molly Friedman Smooth and Silky Bed Head Vidal Sassoon Pro Series... CONTINUE READING 9
How to Create the Perfect Sleep Haven at Home
Having trouble falling asleep? The National Sleep Foundation says that adults need between seven and nine hours of sleep every night, but nearly 30% of adults get less than six hours. Ask around, and you’re sure to hear everyone’s advice on sleeping more, and sleeping better. But there are a few proven strategies out there, like turning your bedroom into... CONTINUE READING 12




















