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35 Design Moments at Elle Decor's Modern Life Concept House That Blew Us Away

Angela Swinderman Elias — Wed, 23 May 2012 06:00:00 PDT

This week, I've been lucky enough to indulge in both the International Contemporary Furniture Fair and Blogfest 2012 in New York. Aside from Kips Bay, Blogfest participants had the chance to tour Elle Decor's impressive and ever-inspiring annual Modern Life Concept House. Loaded with unforgettable moments created by some of my favorite designers, the house showcased a range of aesthetics, further defining how we interpret modern living today. Take a look to see some of the innovative designs, and tell us which of the rooms is your favorite!

Tabatha Coffey's Tips For Saying "I Do" to the Right Wedding 'Do

Guest Writer — Wed, 23 May 2012 06:00:00 PDT

We're delighted to present the following post, written by reality star, author, and celebrity hairstylist Tabatha Coffey!

Your big day isn't the time to have a bad hair day. So here is my plan to avoid wedding-day hair disasters and to ensure the most important day of your life is also the best hair day of your life.

6 Things to Do With Chives

Susannah Chen — Wed, 23 May 2012 05:39:40 PDT

Ever buy a bunch of herbs for a recipe, only to use a scant stem and find the rest wilted with dehydration a week later? This has admittedly been a long-standing problem in my kitchen, and I'm determined to cultivate a solution for it. This week I've addressing a fresh herb I have an ongoing problem forgetting to use: chives.

Although chives may be a perennial hardy in the garden, once they're in your crisper, don't expect their delicate, slender scapes to last over a week.

Before they devolve into a sorry state bound for the compost bin, be sure take advantage of chives and their light onion flavor. A few examples:

Use them to add pungency to any mashed potatoes or any other potato dish.
Start the day off right with a classic pairing of smoked salmon, cream cheese, and snipped chives.

Keep reading for more chive serving suggestions.

Lil Links: 45 Ways to Ensure Your Kids Never Say They're Bored This Summer

Rebecca M Gruber — Wed, 23 May 2012 05:34:26 PDT

45 ideas for summer fun - HuffPost Parents
Gwyneth Paltrow's kids take in Uncle Jay-Z's show in London - Celebrity Baby Scoop
How to join the fight against toxic kids' products - The Stir
Steal Harper Beckham's travel style - Celebrity Baby Blog
Stores are still pushing parents-to-be to buy crib bumpers - Fit Pregnancy
9 ways to get baby to giggle - Parenting.com
Steal Molly Sims's maternity style - The Bump
7 sweet seats for your nursery - BabyCenter Blog
Would you dye your child's hair? - Yahoo! Shine
5 things to look for in a pediatrician - Circle of Moms
The Supreme Court doesn't want to give benefits to IVF babies conceived after a dad's death - LearnVest

Cool Capture: Hello, London

Kelly Schwarze — Wed, 23 May 2012 05:33:03 PDT

This sky shot of Zurich was submitted with our #CoolCapture tag on Instagram by sugarliciouz.

Have you been testing out your photography skills and have a snapshot you want to share? Submit your pics to our Cool Capture group or to Instagram with the #CoolCapture tag. Your pics might be featured on the GeekSugar homepage!

22 Actors Who Could Play Christian in Fifty Shades of Grey

Becky Kirsch — Wed, 23 May 2012 05:30:00 PDT

Fifty Shades of Grey has been taking the world by storm, and fans of the sexy book trilogy are now dying to see who will be cast in the film. The story revolves around a 21-year-old woman who takes up an S&M relationship with a hot, mysterious billionaire, and, naturally, readers have different ideas about who should play the smoldering leading man, Christian Grey. Based on your comments and suggestions, we've rounded up the top 22 contenders to play Christian. Check 'em out.

TV's Top 10 High School Graduations

Maggie Pehanick — Wed, 23 May 2012 05:20:00 PDT

TV's Top 10 High School Graduations The Glee Class of 2012 has been the most recent class we've had to bid farewell to, but after a lifetime of TV watching, they were hardly the first to graduate. Remember when Cory, Topanga, and the gang graduated on Boy Meets World? What about the salty sleuth on Veronica Mars? Check out all the best high school graduations over at BuddyTV, and don't forget to move your tassel over to the other side.

Cream or Powder? How to Choose the Right Blush For You

Jessica Cruel — Wed, 23 May 2012 05:03:00 PDT

When you walk into a beauty bar, there are numerous choices when it comes to blush. But basically it boils down to this: Should you go with a powder or cream-based formulation? Although both have their merits, celebrity makeup artist Jake Bailey reveals the biggest differences between the two. Read more to get his tips on achieving a rosy glow.

The Boho Dance: Beautifully Bohemian Wedding Decor

Lizzie Fuhr — Wed, 23 May 2012 05:00:41 PDT

While buttoned-up or black tie certainly suits some brides' ideal aesthetic, we can't get enough of these beautifully bohemian weddings. Colorful, playful, bright, and airy, each of these designs offer dreamy inspiration for hippie-chic brides or grooms. Click through, and prepare for true bohemian rhapsody.

Barre Workouts are Expensive! Try This At-Home Alternative Instead

Self — Wed, 23 May 2012 04:23:06 PDT

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Self here on FitSugar!

Barre classes may make you easy on the eyes, but at $20 or more a pop, they're definitely not easy on the wallet. Rather than take a second job to pay for our latest fitness addiction, we turned to Beverly Hill-based Cardio Barre instructor Stacey Bosworth to get the inside scoop on scoring a long, lean dancer's body in your living room. "This at-home workout is effective because it targets the whole lower body. Cardio Barre is amazing because it is a no-impact workout that allows you to lengthen and strengthen your muscles while burning fat. It will also help increase your flexibility and strength," says Bosworth.

Celebrity devotees, including Dakota Fanning, Neve Campbell, and Heather Morris, can all attest to the fact that Cardio Barre has given them "a lifted tush and leaner, dancer-like legs!" Incorporate these three moves into your regular routine three times a week for maximum results.

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Come down to the floor on both forearms with your knees bent. Your left hip is directly over your left knee. Your right leg is bent to a 90-degree angle with your foot flexed. Extend your right leg toward the ceiling as if you were pushing the ceiling away from you (see photo above). Bring your right leg down past your left hip and then back up toward the ceiling, keeping your leg parallel to the floor with your kneecap pointing toward the ground and your foot flexed. You are doing a full range of motion, trying to imagine extending your leg all the way through the ceiling.

Keep reading for more barre moves you can do at home!