Are Expensive Sneaks Worth It?


Updated 11/16/07 10:30 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 10 comments

Are Expensive Sneaks Worth It?

Picking out sneakers can be really confusing, since there are so many different kinds and they vary in price so much. Performance-wise, are expensive sneakers any better than cheaper ones? A team of Scottish scientists used high tech-methods to find out. They found no difference in comfort or shock absorbency between $80 pairs and ones that were more than $150. The bottom line? Paying more moolah Read more

Should the Price of First Lady Fashion Matter?


Updated 05/04/12 6:11 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Ann Romney Bird Shirt

Ann Romney, wife of Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney, is getting flack for wearing a $990 top on CBS This Morning. Ann wore the Reed Krakoff bird print shirt while talking about how relatable her husband is to US voters . . . probably not the best idea. But some say that seeing as they aren't the ones running for office, spouses should be off-limits when it comes to media scrutiny. Read more

Sexism, Stereotypes, and the Super Bowl: Recent Ads That Sexualize Women


Updated 02/06/12 7:57 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Women in Super Bowl Ads

Sex sells — especially for Super Bowl ads — and year after year, major companies try to get away with the raciest, steamiest ads possible, often at the expense of women. Cars, food, technology — it doesn't matter what the product is; these ads throw in a hot, skin-baring woman for distraction and buzz. Ahead of the big game tomorrow, let's look back at some of the most scandalous ads in Read more

Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Yoga Mat


Updated 02/02/12 2:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Things to Consider When Buying a Yoga Mat

Buying a yoga mat is like buying a new pair of running sneakers. It takes careful consideration and research to find the right fit. Since there are hundreds to confuse you choose from, narrow down your search by asking these important questions. How Much Do I Want to Spend? Your budget is a huge factor in the mat you end up with. Do you have the dough to lay down for the priciest one on the Read more

10 Things You Do to Save Money That End Up Costing You More


Updated 03/24/12 6:29 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Bad Ways to Save Money

We're thrilled to present this smart Wise Bread story here on Savvy! Have you heard of the expression “penny wise, pound foolish”? It’s something I heard a lot growing up, from my parents, and it can have multiple meanings: You are very careful with small amounts of money, but throw caution to the wind with large amounts. This is akin to someone who eats from the dollar menu every day Read more

Fake Designer Collaborations That Should Be Real


Updated 01/10/12 9:47 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Designer Collaborations We Wish Were Real 2012

Lucky magazine is one of our favorite sources for great shopping tips. We're thrilled to share this fabulous story on designer collaborations we wish were real from our friends at Lucky! If you’re a designer and you’re not collaborating with other designers then there’s something wrong with you. It’s so huge right now. And what about Proenza X OshKosh? Can someone get Jack and Lazaro in a Read more

Get Motivated by the Small Stuff


Updated 09/01/11 1:15 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

Small and Inexpensive Ways to Get Motivated

Known gripe: fitness gear can be expensive! Even "free" activities like running or swimming can carry a hefty price tag once you start adding up all of the gear you need to get started. After splurging on a new pair of shoes or a high-tech sports bra, I'm incredibly reluctant to make another fitness-related purchase for a while. The downside, though, is losing that sense of euphoria and momentum Read more