Dry Cleaning Dos and Don'ts


Updated 12/25/11 8:50 AM · Posted by SavvySugar · 1 comment

Dry Cleaning Dos and Don'ts

Tough-to-clean sequins and silk shine this time of year, which means regular trips to the dry cleaners. Since the fancy fabrics tend to be used for more expensive items, it's important to care for them correctly. Keep your party wear in celebratory shape by following these essential tips. Don't bring a giant basket of inside-out items into a random cleaners. You should research beforehand to be Read more

How-To: Save on Dry Cleaning


Updated 08/05/11 9:28 AM · Posted by SavvySugar · 0 comments

Save on Dry Cleaning

Do you feel like you've gone on a shopping spree every time you go to the dry cleaners? While it's nice to have shirts and pants hung so crisp, fresh, and clean, dry cleaning service all costs a pretty penny. If you are looking to save some bucks each month on your laundry, consider implementing these tips on how to save on dry cleaning. Scope the land – Rather than go to the closest dry Read more

How Often Do You Dry-Clean?


Updated 04/04/08 4:42 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 27 comments

How Often Do You Dry-Clean?

Source How Often Do You Dry-Clean? All the time — I'm a dry-cleaning fanatic. I drop my items off after a couple uses. Only when there's a serious stain on my clothes. Never — dry-cleaning is a gimmick. Other — do tell! Read more

Style For Style: Set Your Clothes Free


Updated 12/19/07 11:54 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 10 comments

Style For Style: Set Your Clothes Free

You're not the only one who has to breathe you know. Your precious dry-cleaned clothes, like this Theory Satin Bubble Skirt ($265), also need to exhale once in a while. After your dry-clean run, bring your clean beauties home, and treat them right. To learn how to free your clothes, read more Read more

Mommy's Lil Helper: Dry Cleaning


Updated 11/14/07 9:53 AM · Posted by babysugar · 2 comments

Mommy's Lil Helper: Dry Cleaning

One of my daughter's favorite things to do is to play with bags and boxes. Expressly, she likes to put things in and take them out. When you're trying to rush out the door to run errands, have your babe help you get ready. Your lil one can fill up the dry-cleaning bag while you gather your belongings. When all is done, you can scoop up your tot and clothes! Source Read more

5 Steps to Your Best Blowout Ever


Updated 05/24/12 6:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Do a Blowout at Home

We're happy to present this story from our friends at Allure: It's not every day you get a lesson in blowouts from Alli Webb, founder of the Drybar blowout bars. Rule number one: If you've gotten your blowouts down to 10 minutes, you're doing something wrong. (Sorry!) Webb gave me the rundown on the other most common styling mistakes — and how to get the ultimate results. Get her advice when Read more

10 Cool Facts About Olfaction


Updated 05/24/12 3:30 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 1 comment

10 Interesting Facts About Scent and Smells

We all have a sense of smell, and we all use it constantly, whether we realize it or not. Scents and smell are two of the most important yet often overlooked elements of everyday experience. Want to learn a few truly amazing facts about the things your nose knows? Then just keep reading. Read more

5 Ways to Reuse Your Dryer Sheets


Updated 05/22/12 11:09 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Uses For Dryer Sheets

I find it such a waste to throw away products you only use once, so I'm always looking for ways to recycle them. A used dryer sheet is actually a really versatile product with a ton of different applications, so don't throw it away after the dry cycle is up! Recycle your dryer sheets in these ways: Freshen your suitcase: Leave a dryer sheet in your suitcase when you're traveling so it'll stay Read more

Brides and Bacne: What to Do


Updated 05/18/12 10:35 AM · Posted by · 10 comments

How to Give Yourself a Back Facial

Everything is going dreamily. You found the perfect wedding gown for the big day. You've been exercising regularly to make sure it fits just right. The problem is, all that sweating you've been doing makes you break out, and not just on your face — on your back and shoulders too. For starters, do not stop working out. All that exercise is great for relieving stress, and there are many things Read more

4 Steps to a Stellar Sponge Manicure


Updated 05/23/12 2:48 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Do a Sponge Manicure

We're happy to present this story from our friends at Allure: I recently met with Roxanne Valinoti, an educator for CND, a professional nail product line, who showed me a cool trick for sponge-painted nails. This is definitely worth trying the next time the urge for DIY nail art strikes. (Or does that only happen to me?) You'll need a natural sea sponge from a craft store and five different Read more