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Beauty Gives Back for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Get in the pink spirit this October by supporting an honorable cause while primping and pampering in gorgeous style! From totally fashionable hot pink flat irons to deep fuschia polish, check out our twelve favorite beauty products that are giving back to a great cause. Doing good while looking good—is there anything better than that? Chi Limited Edition Pink Crinkle Breast... CONTINUE READING 9

10 Inspiring Celebs Who Kicked Breast Cancer's Butt

Breast cancer is already an incredibly difficult thing to go through, but having to tackle the disease in the public eye puts even more stress and anxiety on one’s road to recovery. That’s why these ten celebrity breast cancer survivors are so inspiring—not only did they fight the disease and win, but they did it with strength and grace... CONTINUE READING 10

10 Chic Ways to Support the Cause

Help fight breast cancer in the way us Shecky’s stylistas know best—shopping! In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’ve rounded up 10 great products that mix fashion with philanthropy, with proceeds going directly to charities and organizations that are working to eradicate breast cancer once and for all. So think pink this October, stock up on stylish BCA must-haves... CONTINUE READING 11

Ryan Lochte's a Total Meathead...But We Still Love Him!

Although US swimming sensation (and certified fox!) Ryan Lochte made a huge splash at these Olympic games and cemented his title as a serious sex symbol, the Florida-bred fella's been getting a bit of a bad rap on the blogosphere lately, from his lackluster interview skills, limited vocab (his favorite word is the made-up, Lil Wayne-esque "Jeah!"), silly stars 'n'... CONTINUE READING 7

10 Inspirational Female Olympians

Becoming an Olympic athlete is inspiring in and of itself, but we have to give even more credit to the women who overcame extreme odds to reach their triumph, break seemingly impossible records and then went on to use their gifts and immense talent to give back to the community. Not only are these 10 women dripping in gold with... CONTINUE READING 12

A Beauty-ful Future for Women in Need

The holiday season may be the perfect time to splurge on new makeup for Christmas and Hanukkah soirees, but let’s not forget about the giving part of the season. Ladies need to especially look out for their fellow women this time of year. Women are facing homelessness for a slew of reasons (ex. rampant unemployment... CONTINUE READING 3

Do Double Good with Gifts That Give Back

Still in search of a great gift for a loved one? Pick up a charity-supporting present that will put a smile on more than just your recipient's face. Saving the world while shopping creates the happiest of holidays! -Jasmine Frazier FOR A GADGET-OBSESSED GUY: This time of year, we feel like we need to recharge our batteries...and so do our phones! This... CONTINUE READING 11

5 Easy Ways To Heal Through the Holidays

It has been statistically proven that most breakUP’s happen right before the holidays (December—to be exact). There is no perfect time for a breakUP, but it seems downright cruel for it to happen during what’s supposed to be “the most wonderful time of the year.” So what do we do when faced with the breakUP blues? We... CONTINUE READING 8

How to Throw a Glam Holiday Dinner Party for a Good Cause

Between Thanksgiving, holiday parties and New Year's Eve celebrations, we've got food, food and more food in our futures. So, why not take the opportunity to show a little gratitude by giving back as we indulge ourselves in culinary delights this holiday season? If that sounds good to you, may we suggest hosting a dinner party for a cause? Dinner parties are... CONTINUE READING 7

Nest Success Story: Akou

You've already met Rebecca Kousky, the inspiring woman behind Nest, so you'll be psyched for our monthly edition of Nest Success Stories. What is a Nest Success Story? Read on to find out how Nest's unique microbarter system empowers women to thrive in impoverished areas. And don't forget to check back next month for another amazing story! Akou grew up in... CONTINUE READING 3