Trend Alert: Contrasting Trim


Updated 12/31/08 7:00 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 6 comments

Not too long ago I noticed leather trim was popular. A few weeks later and I've noticed an explosion of contrasting trim in all shapes and colors. I guess plain isn't game anymore. This is certainly a way to stand out. I'm tempted to get a couple fun trimmed cardigans to add to my collection — the contrast provides an extra bit of pop. Any excuse to buy more cardigans, right? Read more

Jessica Alba Gives Her Maxi the Cool-Girl Denim Treatment


Updated 05/22/12 10:15 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Jessica Alba Maxi Dress and Denim Vest May 22, 2012

Jessica Alba layered up a breezy maxi dress and made quite a case for adding a denim vest to our Summer wardrobe staples while out in LA. Her jean topper is just the thing to toughen up her easy day dress, giving it just the right dose of cool. Really, Jessica's dress is just the starting point for this street-styled ensemble; we love that she plays up her seasonal add-ons, slipping into metallic Read more

Stop Biting Your Nails Without Exercising Crazy Willpower


Updated 05/22/12 6:08 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

How to Stop Biting Your Nails Easily

The majority of people have, at one time or another, bitten their nails. And as anyone who's gotten caught in a cycle of biting can tell you, it can be painfully difficult to stop. Like food cravings or a nervous tic, the longer you hold off, the more anxious and distracted you get. It takes time to develop an alternate outlet for your nervous energy, and in the interim, going cold turkey rarely Read more

The Spring Runway Trend That Was Meant to Ruffle Feathers


Updated 05/17/12 12:55 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Feathers Spring 2012 Runway Trend

The feathers were most definitely flying on the runways for Spring, and designers made it abundantly clear that a little touch of plumage can go a long way. At Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs showed an innocent young debutante, flitting about in frothy feather-trim dresses and candy-colored pencil skirts, while Ralph Lauren's runway spotlighted full-blown Great Gatsby-era opulence, giving way to Read more

Tone-Ups vs. EasyTone Flip-Flops vs. TrimTreads


Updated 03/04/11 7:23 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

Review and Comparison of Toning Sandals: TrimTreads, Tone-Ups, EasyTone

Just in time for Summer, all those toning sneakers have evolved into seasonal sandals. Essentially, they are slightly unstable flip-flops that force you to work a little bit harder with every step, even though fitness experts question if working harder actually means better. Earlier this month, I received three different brands of toning flip-flops and have been testing them all out as I go about Read more

Sugar Shout Out: Quirky Wedding Invites For Geeks in Love


Updated 05/11/12 12:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Sugar Shout Out May 10, 2012

Inspired wedding invites for geeks in love Get grilling with these yummy recipes Mix up your Spring essentials to create over 35 outfits Celebs on their moms: who said it? Gift your mom with a handmade terrarium Summer shows to get you through the break How walkers can benefit from going barefoot Simple tips to trim your wedding guest list 100 memorable celebrity tattoos CelebStyle: See the Read more

5 Simple Tips to Trim Your Wedding Guest List


Updated 05/10/12 3:55 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Cut Your Wedding Guest List

From long-lost aunts and uncles to your father-in-law's best friend's cousin, it's easy to let your wedding guest list spin out of control. It's tough to pick and choose who to invite — where do you draw the line? Still, when it comes to watching expenses, cutting the guest list can be one of the quickest ways to keep costs low. Whether you're narrowing it down in hopes of a more intimate Read more

Met Gala: Lily Collins


Updated 05/08/12 3:52 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Lily Collins at Met Gala 2012

The lovely Lily Collins was just that on tonight's Met Gala red carpet. The actress was the picture of sweetness and femininity in a soft floral-print and lace-trimmed Valentino gown. A darling bow cinches the waist, but Lily opts for unexpected accessories, choosing an exotic gold adorned clutch, then finishing with a simple pair of gold studs. Save for those gorgeous brows and a hint of blush, Read more

6 Best Ways to Flatten Your Belly By Summer


Updated 05/11/12 3:00 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Get a Flat Belly For Summer

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! By the Editors of Prevention A toned, flat tummy is a goal many of us strive to achieve in time for bathing suit season, but endless crunches and ditching all your favorite foods until July 4th isn’t the right—or fun—way to do it. A sculpted core and trim tummy can be attained by incorporating small changes Read more

13 Health Gimmicks You Can Stop Wasting Money On


Updated 05/01/12 12:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Health Gimmicks to Avoid

Consumers have a tendency of falling for the next big health gimmick. Save your money on health duds with these Business Insider tips. No matter how many times we're told otherwise, Americans' obsession with get-healthy-quick schemes will likely never die. Too bad most of these fads aren't worth their weight in salt — or your hard-earned dollars. We've put together a list of some of the worst Read more