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Start Now to Prevent Achy, Tired, and Sore Feet This Summer

FitSugar — Wed, 18 May 2011 01:23:55 PDT

Whether your feet are sore from a long run or a night on the dance floor, there's one thing for certain - achy, throbbing feet can put a damper on your day, not to mention your workout. With Spring in full swing and Summer fast approaching, chances are you'll be using your feet more and more, whether it's a steady stream of weekend hiking or enjoying the outdoors with longer runs. But before you break out the sandals, check out these tips for making sure you are taking care of those oft-neglected body parts.

Roll with it. Use an ice-cold water bottle or a fuzzy tennis ball (or buy a Rubz ball) to roll on the bottoms of your feet for the perfect remedy after a long hike or run, or even just from standing for too long. Doing this along with a regular stretching routine will help prevent any overuse injuries.
Stop the flop. With the weather warming up, you may find yourself reaching for your flip-flops, but reserve them for the gym shower. Flip-flops lack support for your arches and Achilles tendon, and they also cause your muscles to work overtime in an awkward way. Toes need some air? Check out these feet-friendly sandal options.
Heal your heels. Dry heels can lead to painful heel fissures, which can prevent you from being able to exercise the way you want to (no one wants to endure painful cracked heels while they run!). Summer is prime time for cracked heels since our feet are more exposed to the dry air, so take time and develop your heel healing routine before it's sandal weather.
Groom correctly. Long toenails aren't just gross to look at, they can cause problems while you're running by cutting into skin around it, but short nails can be a hassle too - they can become ingrown and painful, which also limits your exercising capabilities. Make sure you groom your nails carefully before you have to deal with these issues.

Home Spa Treatment: Salt Foot Scrub

FitSugar — Wed, 28 Mar 2007 15:30:00 PDT

Are your feet just plain sick of pulling on and off those heavy winter boots? Are your dogs tired of being stuffed into dark shoes? Are your feet calloused from hibernating in heavy socks? Well now is the time to do some spring cleaning of your feet. Try this salt scrub to rejuvenate your tired feet while smoothing out the callouses.

Mix together:

1 Tablespoon of coarse, clean sand
1/4 cup light canola oil
1/4 cup liquid hand soap
1/4 cup sea salt
1/4 cup Epsom salt

If you have any essential oils on hand you can add about 5 to 10 drops. Peppermint oil can bring renewed vitality to exhausted feet.

Apply salt scrub to wet feet and gently massage all parts of your feet, paying particular attention to your heels. Rinse off the salt and pat dry. Moisturize.

Enjoy!!!!

Look of the Day: It's a Cinch

FabSugar — Wed, 09 May 2012 03:00:08 PDT

Fab reader Euphoriasroom kept it pretty and pleated in this Spring-ready attire. To achieve the look, she paired a sheer floral top with a ladylike nude pleated skirt. Then, to add some shape to her silhouette, she cinched the pieces together with a skinny neon pink belt. Her nude pumps and fresh bouquet finished off the look. We love the girlie styling approach here - and if you want to add one more burst of color, just wear a brighter sandal instead.

Congrats Euphoriasroom!

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Spring Shopping: It's Time For a Skirt so Full It Swishes

Anna Monette Roberts — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 04:00:38 PDT

There's some romance to the full skirt - it's got a '50s femininity - and this Spring full skirts dominated the runways creating hourglass figures on the leanest of models. Louis Vuitton presented pastel-colored lace and organza skirts. Rochas channeled simple yet classic, '60s-inspired styles. Jil Sander featured a sheer, lavender and mint green gingham full skirt. Dolce & Gabbana spiced up the runway with bombshell silhouettes. The shape is actually quite versatile: wear it with a slouchy tee and strappy sandals, a crisp button-down and pumps, or a silk tank and booties, depending on your mood and the occasion. Ready to try one out? Shop our picks!

Look of the Day: Festival Ready

FabSugar — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 03:00:18 PDT

Fab reader In Foodie Fashion Ana styled out a hippie-chic look that proves Coachella-worthy and Summer fest-ready. She wore a long black maxi dress and cinched it at the waist with a woven brown belt. To accent the ensemble, she chose a cool fringed necklace, a saffron-hued duster cardigan, a black floppy hat, and chilled-out flat sandals. While it may be hot during the day, we think the knit topper was a great choice for the chillier evening concerts.

Congrats In Foodie Fashion Ana!

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Natalie Portman and Dior Team Up For a Good Cause

BellaSugar — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 10:13:00 PDT

Natalie Portman and Dior team up for charity - InStyle
See inside the bathroom cabinets of beauty experts - Refinery 29
Three spa facials that will restore your skin for Spring - Stylelist
Does Jessica Alba have a new rose tattoo? - HuffPost Style
Easter-themed products for the beauty lover's basket - The Fashion Spot
Charlize Theron is very Betty Draper on the cover of British Vogue - The Cut
Are you sandal-ready? Salvage cold-weather-worn feet with these creams - Real Simple
How to make sure your nail polish isn't hurting Mother Earth - Beautylish
Attempt this heavy metal eye trend from the runway - Beauty High
Revamp your routine this season with new hair care buys - Real Beauty

See Kate Bosworth Sparkle in Prada!

Allison McNamara — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 13:34:56 PDT

Kate Bosworth lit up the red carpet at the premiere of L!fe Happens in a light yellow, bejeweled dress from Prada. She complemented the dazzling getup with JewelMint accessories, including a silver box clutch and vintage-inspired rings. Kate sparkled all the way down to her toes, selecting a pair of rhinestone-encrusted Christian Louboutin sandals. We adore Kate's cheery, Spring-ready ensemble - watch today's Fab Flash to see the entire look! On Allison McNamara: Topshop dress.

Shirtless Mark Wahlberg Shows Off His Bulging Muscles

Katie Henry — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 16:52:06 PDT

Mark Wahlberg stripped down to a red pair of shorts and soccer sandals today on the Miami set of his latest project, Pain and Gain. He's teaming up with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson in a story about a group of bodybuilders who get mixed up in a kidnapping that goes wrong. Mark looks like he's been working out to get ready for the role, and his partner in crime, The Rock, has likely been hitting the gym in preparation for his return to the ring. The Rock is coming out of retirement for this weekend's Wrestlemania XXVIII. He's taking on his long-time enemy John Cena on Sunday night with other famous names like The Undertaker and Chris Jericho expected to participate in the televised event.

20 Chic Spring Flats Under $200

FabSugar — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 08:42:23 PDT

Sandal season is officially here, so pamper yourself with a pedicure and get ready to show off your toes in a selection of irresistibly sweet sandals. There are so many styles to choose from - two-strap, T-strap, ankle-wrap, and gladiator - so opt for a fun style with bright colors to celebrate the warm weather. We've compiled 20 of our favorites (all under $200), including an attention-grabbing neon jelly sandal from Marc by Marc Jacobs and a subtler classic thong sandal from Sam Edelman. Tricolors, neons, and T-straps are also trending this season, so click through to see what we love most.

Think You Can't Wear Tweed in Spring? Here's How to Make It Work

Brittney Stephens — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 09:00:56 PST

One of the biggest misconceptions about tweed is that it's solely a cold-weather trend - after all, it's of heavier weight, moisture-resistant, and incredibly durable - and while it is a great Fall fabric, there are also a number of ways to wear it for Spring. Designers like Jason Wu, Theyskens' Theory, Giambattista Valli, and more all showed sleek tweed dresses in their collections, proving that when done in pretty pastel colors and breezy, sleeveless silhouettes, tweed has the power to look polished and Spring-ready in a snap. Willing to try this trend for the coming season? Check out some of our tweed-wearing tips, then click the widget below to shop our favorite dresses.

Lighten up! The best thing about transitional tweeds is how easy it is to make them work for any climate. If you're still feeling the chill, just layer up with a pair of tights, ankle booties, and a blazer. When the weather starts to warm up, you can ditch the thick legwear and go bare, and pair your tweed frock with a lightweight sweater and pretty sandals.
Go bright and bold. Spring is the time to brighten up your color palette and play around with pastels, florals, and lots of white. Spring's tweed dresses look freshest in pretty, ladylike hues - for extra pep, choose a colorblock dress that has the brightest color closest to your face.
Wondering how to accessorize? For day, keep things simple and elegant (think Audrey Hepburn or Mia Farrow). Opt for a small chain-strap bag, patent leather flats, and a stack of bangles or thin rings. Amp things up for evening with sky-high heels, a colorful clutch, and a statement-making layered necklace look.