4 Important Exercises Every High-Heel Wearer Should Do


Updated 07/12/11 9:31 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Prevent High-Heel Injuries

There may be benefits to working out in heels, but those leg-lengtheners can also be bad news for your body. Constant heel wearing can lead to a host of problems, from inflamed nerves to long-term joint problems. Scary stuff, right? I'm a high-heel fan, but after listening to a long explanation (read: lecture) about the horrible effects of high heels from my trainer last week, I've been trying to Read more

Are You Concerned About Cankles?


Updated 08/29/09 7:11 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 43 comments

Women Worry About Thick Ankles, or Cankles, but Doctors Say Not Much Can Be Done

"Cankles" is a slang term combining "calf" and "ankle," suggesting that there's not much definition between the two areas. Some people's legs just look that way; there's not much you can do about it except just accept it and move on! But apparently, cankles are becoming a new body obsession. Sometimes, thicker ankles can be caused by health problems, such as diabetes or hypertension. But Read more

You Asked: My Ankles Crack When I Walk Up and Down Stairs


Updated 05/16/08 7:59 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 31 comments

You Asked: My Ankles Crack When I Walk Up and Down Stairs

You're asking and I'm answering . . . Dear Fit, Is it normal for my ankles to make a cracking or popping sound, the same sound my knuckles make when I crack them? It happens when I'm walking around in the morning, but especially when I go up or down stairs. It doesn't hurt at all, it's just noisy, and my boyfriend thinks something is wrong with me. Is it something I should worry about? — Poppy Read more

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


Updated 05/24/12 8:43 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

At-Home Barre Workout Ideas

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 Read more

We're With the Band: Rock the Vintage-Tee Trend For an Infinitely Cool Outfit Twist


Updated 05/22/12 4:07 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Celebrities Vintage T-Shirt Trend 2012

A look at Ashley Madekwe, Jessica Stroup, and Kristen Stewart's looks inspired one thought: these girls look seriously cool. The common denominator in each of their ensembles is a sweet, vintage-feeling t-shirt that takes jeans and shorts to an infinitely more awesome place. Sure, a white cotton tee or your favorite tank could top your separates just as easily, but a t-shirt that pays homage to Read more

Cannes Starlets Get Minimalist Chic For a Calvin Klein Fete — Who's Most Fab?


Updated 05/20/12 11:44 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Cannes Film Festival Calvin Klein Party Pictures

Our favorite style setters slipped into their chicest Calvin Klein cocktail wear for the label's Women in Film fete last night in Cannes. It's like watching Francisco Costa's collections come to life in a bevy of pastel hues and minimalist cuts as the guests stepped out to celebrate the occasion at Villa St George. Diane Kruger showed off a decidedly feminine shape in a fit-and-flare coral dress Read more

Sneak Peek! Club Monaco Shows Irresistible Prints and Textures For Fall '12


Updated 05/24/12 12:35 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Club Monaco Fall 2012

Club Monaco just released its Fall lookbook filled with two-toned tweed blazers, printed trousers, and plenty of pretty blouses to take you into the chillier months ahead. The collection, inspired by Linda McCartney’s Life in Photographs, the leading male characters in the Silent Generation, and block-print patterns from Jewish-French artist Sonia Delaunay, focused on tailored pieces with a Read more

In Love With . . . Ashley Madekwe's Ankle-Strap Heels


Updated 05/10/12 9:49 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Ashley Madekwe Ankle Strap Heels

When it comes to shoes, Ashley Madekwe doesn't stray from the classics — the Revenge actress is pretty consistent with her choice of sweet-meets-sexy ankle-strap pumps, and why shouldn't she be? They lend a cool, ladylike vibe to all of her outfits, and just so happen to go with everything she wears. Ankle-strap sandals can dress up even the most casual of ensembles, and whether you go with a Read more

See All the Pictures From the Met Gala!


Updated 05/09/12 4:03 PM · Posted by · 41 comments

Met Gala Pictures 2012

The annual Met Gala in NYC on Monday night didn't disappoint, with famous faces from the big and small screens, the music industry, and the fashion world all stepping out in their finest. Carey Mulligan, one of the evening's hosts, showed up in a metallic Prada frock in honor of the exhibit, Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations. Diane Kruger also chose a gown by Prada, as did Gwyneth Read more

Met Gala: Chloe Sevigny


Updated 05/07/12 8:32 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Chloe Sevigny at Met Gala 2012

Can we call this Chloe Sevigny's Edie Sedgwick moment? The actress arrived at the Met Gala in a decidedly '60s Miu Miu minidress and sparkly ankle booties, resulting in a cool, light reflecting, mod-inspired red carpet look. Chloë is a known fashion risk-taker, and this look is a perfect example of that — it's sexy, unexpected, and has just the right amount of avant-garde appeal. What do you Read more