For Profit Libraries: Help or Hindrance?


Updated 10/02/10 11:03 PM · Posted by SavvySugar · 8 comments

For Profit Libraries: Help or Hindrance?

Savvy readers love local libraries, but what if that library went private? This is the reality that several public libraries in cities of California, Oregon, Tennessee, and Texas are facing because of the latest takeover by L.S.S.I., a private company. CEO Frank Pezzanite said the majority of libraries were "atrocious," because the high level of job security makes librarians complacent. If the Read more

Destress On Your Big Day: Yoga for Weddings


Updated 02/16/07 3:43 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 2 comments

Destress On Your Big Day: Yoga for Weddings

For all you bride-to be's out there, I just came upon this great website called Yoga For Weddings. Basically, it's a service that offers private yoga classes for brides, grooms, and their families, focusing on de-stressing and making strong connections. Real teachers will come to you, and give classes for the months leading up to your wedding, such as a Bride Class, Groom Class, Bride & Read more

Peek Inside the W Hotel Union Square's Splashy New Redesign


Updated 05/15/12 3:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Pictures of W Hotel Union Square Guest Rooms, Bar, and Great Room

Located in the historic, turn of the century-crafted Beaux Arts Building, the W Hotel Union Square's redesign merges cutting edge style with old world decadence. The hotel’s 270 guest rooms and the Extreme-WOW and WOW suites, designed by internationally renowned firms d-ash design and Wilson Associates, are the latest additions to the hotel's massive renovations. Other recent changes include Read more

Pregnant Reese Witherspoon Hits the Sidelines With Her Husband Jim


Updated 05/21/12 11:30 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Reese Witherspoon Pictures Pregnant at Deacon's Game

Reese Witherspoon and her husband Jim Toth watched as Deacon Phillippe played in a football game on Saturday in LA. She stood on the sidelines, decked out in a maternity-friendly denim dress. Reese and Jim are expecting their first child together, and the little one will arrive in the world later this year. Reese enjoyed a fun weekend with friends, but she'll soon pack up and leave LA for a bit. Read more

What It Takes to Buy a Home


Updated 05/21/12 3:34 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Buying a Home: Questions to Ask

Do you have what it takes to buy a home? Consider this exhaustive guide from Kiplinger. Tired of renting? It could be a great time to buy your first home. In many cities, home prices have bottomed, and rents have risen. Mortgage rates are still superlow. In fact, homes haven't been as affordable since 1971. On the downside, in many cities, buyers have fewer homes from which to choose and more Read more

Olivia Wilde and Emma Stone Stun in the Latest Revlon Ads


Updated 05/18/12 10:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Olivia Wilde and Emma Stone in New Revlon Ads

Olivia Wilde and Emma Stone stun in the latest Revlon ads Lana Del Rey has inspired more than one designer creation Why Gabrielle Union doesn't mess around with her sun protection Which TV star's style would you steal? Find out what's inside Chanel Iman's suitcase Eva Longoria's Cannes ensembles are not quite made for walking Anna Kendrick's big style splurge? New sheets! Read more

Gay Weddings Spread the Love


Updated 05/16/12 11:58 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Gay Wedding Photos

Gay marriage is having a moment, after President Obama committed his support to equal rights last week. Just like other lifetime lovers, same-sex couples incorporate many well-loved traditions, and the heart of big day is the same: two people who love each other dedicating the rest of their lives to each other. I've picked some of my favorite gay weddings to share with you that are paving the way Read more

One-On-One With Christina Hendricks and Gabrielle Union Backstage at Carolina Herrera


Updated 02/16/11 9:29 AM · Posted by FabTV · 0 comments

Christina Hendricks and Gabrielle Union Backstage at Carolina Herrera

We caught up with Mad Men star Christina Hendricks and actress Gabrielle Union backstage at Carolina Herrera's Fall 2011 runway show to get the inside scoop on their favorite pieces from the collection, why they love Carolina Herrera's effortless chic aesthetic, and what they were wearing to attend the event in style. Watch it now! Read more