Back to Basics: The Best Shaving Creams


Updated 07/03/08 1:22 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 48 comments

Back to Basics: The Best Shaving Creams

These shaving creams worked for my dad, and they still work for me. When I began shaving in my early teens, I used these with a single blade razor. Nowadays, I use a four-blade razor for sensitive skin, and these creams work even better without breaking the bank. I’m a firm believer in splurging in some areas and saving in others, and these drugstore brands have never let me down. Do you have a Read more

Why Bouncing and Stretching Don't Mix


Updated 03/15/07 7:37 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

Why Bouncing and Stretching Don't Mix

I remember taking a dance class when I was a little girl. We would always do floor exercises to warm up before dancing. My favorite was called Flying Butterfly. We'd sit down, facing the mirror of course, and put our feet together and our knees out wide. Then the teacher would say "Fly, butterflies, fly," and we'd flap our little knee wings. Now we know that bouncing your body while you Read more

Alexis, Olivia, Jordana, and More Show Off Cool-Girl Summer Style at the Coach Fete — Who's Most Fab?


Updated 05/25/12 12:55 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Alexis Bledel and Olivia Munn at Coach Party in LA 2012

For a super Summer-inspired fix of flirty frocks, colorful bags, and must-have sandals, look no further than the stylish celebs making the rounds at Coach's cocktail-cum-charity benefit party in LA yesterday evening. Aside from the brand's slick leather-and-tassel satchels providing a cool accessorized boost, we loved the variety of sunny styles — girlie, muted sophistication, and all-out Read more

A Veggie-Filled Indoor Picnic


Updated 05/24/12 11:50 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Asparagus and Mushroom Sandwich Recipe

A sandwich of asparagus and mushrooms could be kind of dull — or, as Between the Bread demonstrates, it could be a triumphant lesson in culinary restraint. Ann Arbor's famed Zingerman's Deli is known for its corned beef sandwiches, but it's also not shy when it comes to packing on farmers market fresh veggies. This recipe, dubbed Rodger's Big Picnic, comes from my trusty Roadfood Sandwiches Read more

iWant: A Pac-Man Delicacy


Updated 05/23/12 5:10 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Gold Pac-Man Necklace

We'll unapologetically wear our old-school gaming pride on our sleeves, but when the occasion calls for something a little more refined, costume baubles just don't fit the bill. To the rescue — as he always was during Summer days at the arcade — is the charming Pac-Man, who this time adds an adorable edge to a delicate, gold-filled chain ($32). Poised to gobble up a villainous ghost, the Read more

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


Updated 05/23/12 5:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Choose Cream or Powder Blush

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. 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

What to TiVo: Saturday


Updated 05/19/12 10:27 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What's on TV For Saturday, May 19, 2012

8:00 Spider-Man 3 8:00 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (repeat) 9:00 Criminal Minds (repeat) 10:00 48 Hours Mystery (new) 11:30 Saturday Night Live (new, season finale, with guests Mick Jagger, Arcade Fire, Foo Fighters, and Jeff Beck) 7:00 Major League Baseball 8:00 Harry's Law (repeat) 9:00 The Firm (new) 10:00 Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (repeat) More TV to watch when you Read more

Battleship: Needs a Lifesaver


Updated 05/18/12 12:25 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Battleship Movie Review

I don't remember aliens making an appearance in my own childhood sessions with Battleship, but I suppose when you try to make a toy into a feature-length film, you're afforded a few liberties. Unfortunately, the producers of Battleship may have spent too much time finding creative ways to explode things and not enough time on a plot, ending up with underutilized actors, in a wishy-washy Read more