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Ever since her reality-TV stint with Paris Hilton on “The Simple Life,” Nicole Richie has been an American style icon, and an inspiration to bohemian fashionistas everywhere. These days, she’s known for her on-point trendiness, and now that she’s a well-renowned fashion designer for her labels Winter Kate and House of Harlow 1960, her closet... CONTINUE READING 7

In response to the recent “plus-sized press” H&M got for hiring plus-size model Jennie Runk for their swimwear catalog this year, we wanted to hear from some women whose bodies are not exactly a size zero. We wanted to know how they feel about the fashion industry and its reluctance to bring "real" women into the spotlight. Here's what... CONTINUE READING 13

The job search is still tough out there, but Laura Fernee says it was her attractiveness that actually prevented her from being able to work - not the other way around. With a PhD in the sciences, she left her job two years ago, and hasn't been employed since, because she was just "too pretty." "I'm not lazy and I'm not... CONTINUE READING 42

There are so many songs written about California, a person can't help but grow up dreaming about going going back back to a place they've never been. A place filled with golden sunshine, vineyards, and people getting stoned in the hills. One year, I had the opportunity to move to the Pacific Coast. I had a lemon, orange, and peach tree... CONTINUE READING 4

Let's face it: we were probably not all sunshine and butterflies with our mothers growing up. And if we thought we were pleasant teens, we know the behavior wasn't for long. Our moms are strong, patient, and giving. This Mother's Day we want to give a shout out to 8 celebrity moms that rock-- because if raising an ordinary kid... CONTINUE READING 5

Even though I am a big advocate on saving money, I love to shop and indulge in a bit of retail therapy from time to time. I shop wisely to avoid overspending, but there's nothing like bringing home a new pair of strappy sandals just when the weather starts warming up. With that said, there... CONTINUE READING 8

Angelina Jolie is no longer the only recent example of powerful women in film. But let’s be frank: the film industry casts too many protagonists as men-- and the amount of times the man “saves” the woman or “wins” her over in recent movies is enough to make us cringe. Thankfully, summer brings a few hidden gems. Here’s our list... CONTINUE READING 11

There are only a few days left to enjoy it, but here are the movies in the Tribeca Film Festival we're most excited to see before it wraps up. For more info on times, tickets and venues, see the full schedule. -Cass Daubenspeck 1. Life Doesn't Frighten Me Esther Weary has only her clueless grandfather and his pet pug to rely on... CONTINUE READING 6

Sick and tired of the terrible movies winter had to offer? From the nonexistent dialogue of Olympus Has Fallen to the predictable comedic flop of Spring Breakers, movie-goers have been sorely disappointed. Another potential risk writers and directors of the film industry partake in is the film adaptation of popularized novels. Most of us wish that this industry would stop making... CONTINUE READING 15

Though the critically acclaimed NBC hit 30 Rock came to a close with its 7th season in late January, we haven’t gotten over the end. Creator Tina Fey’s lovable and quirky character, Liz Lemon, has soldiered on in our hearts... and in our habits. So whether someone is giving you a hard-time, coaching you through your ... CONTINUE READING 14