Lonely Planet: The Most Surprising (and Often Neglected) US Cities


Updated 03/16/12 4:01 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Little-Known US Travel Spots

Editor’s note: Summer travel is heating up! The following guest post was written by Robert Reid, the US travel editor for Lonely Planet. He will be guest blogging on Savvy for the Summer, helping you find some great ideas of how to get your vacation on this travel season. Some cities in the US will always be prime-time tourist attractions. The New Yorks, the LAs, the Vegases, the San Read more

Lonely Planet's Best Summertime Trips For Beer-Lovers


Updated 07/21/11 11:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Famous Breweries in US

Editor’s note: Summer travel season has officially begun! The following guest post was written by Robert Reid, the US travel editor for Lonely Planet. He will be guest blogging on Savvy for the next two months, helping you find some great ideas of how to get your vacation on this Summer. It’s July and it’s hot. Anyone up for some beer? American microbreweries – so termed after an English Read more

Dietitians Dish: How to Feed Your Skin


Updated 07/08/11 7:30 AM · Posted by · 4 comments

Foods That Help Your Skin

The following post was written by the registered dietitians of C & J Nutrition, Stephanie Clarke and Willow Jarosh. We turned to them for their expert advice to answer a FitSugar reader's question on the relationship between diet and skin care. Hi, I need some help with my skin and breakouts. Are there any foods you recommend avoiding to decrease acne? Any foods you recommend to improve the Read more

When Décor Tells a Real Story


Updated 06/23/11 8:58 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

David Stark's Decor For The Joyful Heart Foundation

Here's a post from designer guest writer David Stark. Of course, I am attracted to beauty. I am really thrilled, though, when design is infused with emotion and genuine meaning. Case in point, recently we collaborated with Mariska Hargitay and the whole dream team at her Joyful Heart Foundation to bring the purpose of the foundation’s work to life in the décor of their annual fundraising Read more

Makeup Artist Gina Brooke Previews Hourglass's Fall Launch


Updated 05/19/11 8:38 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Gina Brooke's Favorite New Makeup Products

Editor's note: This is the final blog post from our amazing guest writer, Gina Brooke, who created the makeup look seen here on Madonna. As a beauty expert and as a makeup artist, I depend on the skill of application and technique. That's why it is essential to use the right tools to achieve my artistic vision. One of the most exciting parts of consulting for a makeup brand is the product Read more

10 Surprising Things That Inspire a Top Makeup Artist


Updated 05/05/11 9:59 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Gina Brooke's Makeup Artist Inspiration 2011-04-28 15:38:03

Editor's note: The following post is written by our guest writer, Hourglass Artistic Director Gina Brooke. Here, she shares some of the things that inspire her on a daily basis. People often ask: What inspires you? While a makeup artist can certainly be moved by a classic movie, an art show or a fashion trend, inspiration often comes from less obvious sources. A woman on the street. An article in Read more

How To Embrace and Enhance Your Natural Beauty


Updated 04/17/11 3:12 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

How to Enhance Your Natural Beauty

Editor's note: The following post is written by our guest writer, Hourglass Artistic Director Gina Brooke. Here, she shares her tips for enhancing and appreciating your natural beauty: Many people look in the mirror and focus on the things they dislike about themselves. As a makeup artist for both celebrities and civilians, I continuously hear: My nose is too big. My lips are too small. My eyes Read more

How to Become a Makeup Artist: Advice From Gina Brooke


Updated 05/20/11 9:23 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Gina Brooke's Tips on Becoming a Makeup Artist

Editor's note: The following post is written by our new guest writer, Hourglass Artistic Director Gina Brooke. Whether you're looking to break into the beauty business or simply want to improve your application skills, Gina's advice is bound to help: When it comes to excelling at beauty, practice makes perfect. Some people do courses, others pick up a makeup brush after years of doing hair, but Read more

Fabio Viviani on the Top Chef All-Stars Season Finale


Updated 03/31/11 11:52 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Fabio Viviani Recaps Top Chef All-Stars Season Finale

Who better to cover the last episode of Top Chef All-Stars than former cheftestant (and contender from this season!) Fabio Viviani? Chef, take it away! It's over!! I mean almost. The finale is here in the sunny Bahamas, I'd rather today to go water-skiing than get picked and help my two brothers (hey, at the end they ARE from a different mother), but I'll do my fair share and talk them into NOT Read more