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Food for Thought: 20 somethings

FitSugar — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 02:30:00 PDT

The folks at Fitness, the magazine that is, are savvy to our changing nutritional needs. As we age our bodies and our lifestyles change. Curious if you are meeting the nutritional challenges of your generation? If you're a 20 something here's some food for thought.

Eat Protein
Since your life is likely to be hectic, you are generally looking for food on the run. Make sure that you are making healthy choices and not skimping when it comes to protein. Missed meals and dieting can lead to falling short of meeting the RDI for protein - the building block of muscle. So don't short change yourself and fill your quota with chicken, fish, eggs and lean meat. Here's a helpful breakdown of protein amounts in popular foods.

Eat Potassium
According to the USDA, the majority of women in their 20's eat less than 50% of the RDI of potassium. Potassium is an essential mineral that helps muscles, including the heart, function properly. If you are eating your 5 fruits and veggies a day, you are getting enough potassium. So eat your veggies!!!

Eat Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Since women are especially susceptible to depression in their 20's, it is a good idea to boost your serotonin levels. Once way to do this is by eating foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids. This is really the fat you should love. Find it in salmon and other cold water fatty fish, as well as walnuts and flax seeds. If you eat beef, go grass fed - it is higher in omega-3s than conventionally raised beef.

No longer 20? Check back soon to see what you should eat in your 30's and 40's.

Johnny Depp Partied With McCartney and Springsteen Post-Grammys

Allie Merriam — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 06:20:09 PST

How to Throw a Midnight in Paris-Themed Oscar Party

Shannon Vestal — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 13:00:26 PST

If you're planning on throwing an Oscar viewing party for Hollywood's big night on Feb. 26, then I suggest that you go big this year and give your event a theme. Take a cue from the nominees and let best picture nominee Midnight in Paris give you inspiration. It has plenty of elements that translate into an opulent party: Paris, the 1920s, and many of its own scenes of revelry. Here's how to use the Woody Allen film as your party muse, and don't forget to fill out a ballot with your Oscar picks for a chance to win an iPad.

How to decorate: Scatter vintage books by the authors featured in the film, like Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and T.S. Eliot, and decorate with mini French flags and twinkle lights. Stand a cardboard cutout of the Eiffel Tower near the entrance of the party.
How to dress: The dress code can be either 1920s French (think flapper and drop-waist dresses), or you can just wear your regular clothes like Owen Wilson's character Gil, but you have to continually act surprised and impressed by your surroundings.
What to serve: A rainbow of French macarons, a cheese plate, baguettes, and fancy crepes. Serve champagne in '20s-style glasses like the ones used in the film (though these are disposable).

Photo courtesy of Sony Pictures Classics

Nicholas K Fall 2012

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:00:33 PST

Nancy Sinatra's epic "Bang Bang," set the mood for Nicholas Kunz's Fall Nicholas K collection. Inspired by the Taos artists in the '20s and '30s, Kunz imagined a line bursting with Western influence - we loved all of the cool Stetson-inspired hats - and a dash of deco. Fringe was heavily prevalent, making its way onto geometric leather jackets, sheer crochet dresses, and for a vintage touch, metallic fringed flapper dresses. For eveningwear, Kunz showed off her signature draping technique on a variety of gorgeous sexy bias-cut dresses and fluid tops. The outerwear category also shined: parka jackets came complete with inner straps (so the coat can hang just off the shoulders), structured leather jackets highlighted by luxe fur collars, and the closing look featured an undeniably slick black asymmetric leather and canvas zippered coat. More details below.

Trends: Western influence, fringe, parka jackets, crochet detailing.
Colors: Desert sand, gray, black, army green, sienna.
Key Piece: We loved the simple yet sexy sheer asymmetric and draped dresses; outerwear showed amazing structural pieces.
Accessories: Wedge platform boots, knee-high boots, leather harness vests, Western-inspired hats, turtle shell necklaces.
Who Would Wear It: Girls who like the utilitarian look with slight, modern edge.

How to Throw a The Artist-Themed Oscar Viewing Party

Shannon Vestal — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 05:30:00 PST

The Oscars air on Sunday, Feb 26, and any movie lover already has the date penciled in. In case your plans are even grander than simply watching the show and you want to throw a viewing party for friends, then why not pick a theme based around one of the best picture nominees? I'm suggesting The Artist as inspiration, the delightful silent film that's been creating a deafening award season buzz. Here's how to pull it off.

How to decorate: All your decorations should be black and white, with art deco accents. Play The Artist movie soundtrack or big band music while guests are arriving. And if you know anyone who owns a Jack Russell Terrier, borrow him and pretend he's Uggie.
How to dress: In glam 1920s Old Hollywood garb. Think tuxes for men, and flapper dresses or diaphanous gowns and long pearls for women.
What to serve: Lots of champagne, of course, along with Manhattans and Sidecars, cocktails popular in the '20s.
How to act: Ask everyone to be as silent as possible, but expressive with their face and hands. It sounds crazy, but at least you won't have to shush anyone when the show starts.

Photo courtesy of The Weinstein Company

Do You Think Women Over 30 Should Avoid Out-There Hair Color?

Jaime Richards — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:38:00 PST

In a recent appearance on her mother's show, The Talk, frequent hair-color-changer Kelly Osbourne had a few things to say about thirtysomethings and out-there hair color. "To me, I'm 27, I've got three years left, the way I look at it, to have fun with it," she explained, adding, "Because once you're 30, you look like a right idiot walking around with like rainbow, bright color hair." While it may be a big ouch to tricenarians, even 37-year-old cohost Sara Gilbert seemed to agree with Kelly.

And even though the majority of stars tend to have wild strands in their teens and 20s, some, such as Drew Barrymore, Juliette Lewis, and even Julia Roberts, have opted for colorful looks in their 30s and beyond. But what do you think? Do you tend to agree with Kelly on this issue, or should women express themselves however they want, regardless of age?

Wear It Now: 15 Fantastic Fringed Dresses

Marisa Tom — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:29:39 PST

Suffice to say, fringe is having a moment. From '20s glam to funkier boho tiers to full on '80s rocker vibe, the flapper-derived trend was seen on the runways of Oscar de la Renta, Marchesa, Gucci, and more. Whether you wear your tassels at the hem, in a capped shoulder detail, or bedazzled along the neckline, this distinct trimming adds flounce and fancy to every garment. And depending on how you spin it, fringe can also inject an extra dose of edge and texture into your final look. To do right by this ultracool style, we've picked out 15 evening-ready frocks that just so happen to feature accents of that unmistakable Spring '12 fringe. Get ready to shimmy and shake - click through to see our editors' picks at every price point.

Source: Vogue Germany

I Love Your ShopStyle: Femme Flapper

FabSugar — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 03:30:48 PST

Channeling an ultra ladylike '20s throwback look, ShopStylist binky creates a modern take on old-school glamour. Sheer, cream lace, and a drop-waist are three style components we're loving for Spring '12 - try a retro-inspired cocktail dress on for size. Pair metal-tipped Christian Louboutin loafers and a boxy clutch for a structured contrast. For the final touches, add chunky vintage jewelry and a bold red lip. Now, which New York Fashion Week afterparty will you be wearing this chic ensemble to?

Don't forget to style up your own Fashion Week-worthy ensemble - just submit here and include "Fashion Week" in the title. We may just feature you on FabSugar!

Flats by Christian Louboutin
Lipstick by Lancôme

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Chloe Alice small embellished bag - Sold Out	Christian Louboutin Roller Girl leather and velvet loafers - $995.00
Versace Versace - Sold Out	Ben-Amun Clear Multi-Stone Necklace - $345.00
Black bow cloche hat - £22.00	Lancôme L'Absolu Rouge Limited Advanced Replenishing & Reshaping Lipcolor Pro-Xylane SPF 12 Sunscreen - $29.00

Video: Get a Peek Behind the Scenes of Vanity Fair's Gorgeous Hollywood Issue!

Lauren Bradshaw — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:10:00 PST

Vanity Fair tapped the hottest young actresses in Hollywood to pose together for its Fresh Young Stars of 2012 issue! Jennifer Lawrence, Jessica Chastain, Rooney Mara, and Mia Wasikowska are all channeling '20s-era starlets on the magazine's cover, along with other up-and-comers like Elisabeth Olsen, Adepero Oduye, Shailene Woodley, Paula Patton, Felicity Jones, Lily Collins, and Brit Marling. Get a peek behind the scenes of the glamorous photo shoot and watch as the girls reveal their childhood crushes in today's PopSugar Rush!

Five Face-Rescuing Serums

BellaSugar — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 10:47:06 PST

Five serums to fix everything that ails you - Stylelist
Christina Aguilera's fake-tan faux pas is lighting up the Internet - Styleite
The fox-fur bikini-line stuff is finally going away - The Cut
Styling made easy for every hair texture - Real Simple
How scents affect your emotions - Glo
What's your nail shape personality? - Beautylish
The right way to wear colorblock makeup - Refinery 29
Check out all the Roaring '20s style we'll see in 2012 - Huffington Post