As they say, "You can pick your nose, you can pick you friends but you can't pick your relatives," which is why relative-related embarrassing moments are even more hilarious than your usual garden-variety mishaps. Whether it's dad's questionable fashion choices, mom's out-of-touch questions or your not-so-sweet sister's revenge tactics, there's always a funny family story to tell. See our embarrassing... CONTINUE READING 18

I've been friends with one of my besties since high school (sigh...so long ago), and a lot of people are amazed that we're still so close. Between full-time jobs, kids and relationships, it can be hard to sustain our bi-coastal friendship, but we make it happen. In honor of the technological tenacity of today's Always-Logged-On Girlfriend (have you told us... CONTINUE READING 20

We know August is all about the celebration of girls and friends in honor of our National Girlfriend Awards, so we'd like to confess to some really chicky stuff that we've done in our lives. And while we are independent, strong women, there are some things that we just couldn't have done without (gulp...) guys. So, even though we're a... CONTINUE READING 35

Sure, your most fashionable girlfriend is all about changing her clothing style every second—but there’s a small yet flashy way for anyone to make a statement with fabulous nail polish. In honor of today’s Most Fashionable Girlfriend (have you told us why SHE is your Most Fashionable Girlfriend yet?), I'm bringing you five cool developments on the nail polish front. -Cait... CONTINUE READING 47

Unfortunately, beauty has a bad side. Between late nights, stress and, sometimes, just plain laziness (consider me guilty as charged!), our appearances can go horribly awry. In honor of today's Partner-in-Crime Girlfriend (have you told us why SHE is your Partner-in-Crime Girlfriend in the National Girlfriend Awards yet?), we're letting the crime fit the punishment with fab fixes for your... CONTINUE READING 38

No matter how much we want to deny it, autumn's arrival looms at the edge of August. But, well before the weather gets blustery, women around the world go on a fall shopping spree for new stuff. Uh, problem: Where to put all those new boots, jeans and jackets. Shecky's chatted with MyClean.com’s Lisa Jacobs, a Professional Organizer with experience... CONTINUE READING 28

Today, we’re celebrating our Haute Hostess Girlfriend in the National Girlfriend Awards. While there are those of us who can burn frozen waffles in a toaster, the Haute Hostess Girlfriend is known for her carefully crafted and sinfully delicious culinary concoctions. But, then there are some dishes so complicated that even Betty Crocker could screw them up. Below, I'm bringing... CONTINUE READING 22

Everyone wants to be a star, but the trick to being a great BFF is sharing the spotlight. In honor of our National Girlfriend Awards and today's featured Supporting Girlfriend Award (have you told us why SHE is your Supporting Girlfriend yet?), we looked back on some of our favorite chick flicks and found a common denominator—awesome female sidekicks! Whether... CONTINUE READING 17

Don't lie. Your smart phone is like your best supporting girlfriend (have you told us why SHE is your Supporting Girlfriend in the National Girlfriend Awards Presented by Shecky's?)—it provides some serious help when you don't know where else to turn (hello, Google Maps!) and you totally tell it all your secrets (you know, those erase-this-now texts). Luckily, we've found... CONTINUE READING 7

I love getting ready for dates—it's my excuse to break out my sky-high heels and that dress I never wear. But when it gets down to the wire and I'm trying to pack my purse, I have trouble jamming my "everyday essentials" into my tiny (but oh-so-cute!) clutch. After a few first dates that included me, a guy and my... CONTINUE READING 43