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'Tis the season of holiday cheer, family and friends, and unfortunately, excessive spending and credit card debt. While I love the seasonal spirit of giving and love, I can't help but feel a burning sensation in my pocket. Covering everything from traditional holiday decor to the Christmas shindig, I've compiled nine savvy and affordable alternatives to celebrate the holidays without breaking the Read more
The Gotham Independent Film Awards took place in NYC last night to celebrate the best in independent films. Elizabeth Olsen and Felicity Jones were both up for the Breakthrough Actor Award for their respective roles in Martha Marcy May Marlene and Like Crazy. Elizabeth, wearing a gorgeous nude embellished Valentino, said that her family doesn't have any holiday traditions. She also mentioned that Read more
Since Mother's Day should be all about you, we suggest that this year, you take advantage of the holiday and spoil yourself silly. That doesn't have to mean going on a giant shopping spree or treating yourself to a full day at the spa. Instead, take stock of the little things in life that you don't think you get enough of and ask your family to indulge you in just one or two of them. While we're Read more
In my family, the holidays mean two things are certain: we will be drinking Manhattans and fighting over who gets the last cheese diablo wafer. I find it comforting that every year, no matter what, these two things are constant. What about you guys? What are your very favorite Christmas or Hanukkah traditions? Do you try new things each year or do you have some tried-and-true recipes that you Read more
Looking to make Cinco de Mayo a little more sartorially festive? Forgo the traditional red, white, and green combos and let your earrings do the talking. One well-executed accent can make all the difference in your outfit, holiday or not, and we're going to make the impending accessory hunt a bit easier on you . . . and your wallet. We've rounded up 50 pairs of Mexican-inspired — think Read more
With Cinco de Mayo fast approaching, it's time to start gathering materials for your festive holiday fiesta. Whether you're planning a low-key get-together with friends or an all-out, over-the-top bash, we've rounded up some of the best party picks that Etsy has to offer. From cheeky invitations to bright, traditional decorations, here are 13 must-have items for a festive Cinco de Mayo affair. Read more
Be savvy about your retirement. Kiplinger gives eight compelling reasons for getting a Roth IRA account now. Smart young savers know to participate in their companies' 401(k)s as soon as they join the workforce to benefit from as many years of saving and compounding as possible (see Why You Need a 401(k) Right Away). But really smart young savers — including all of you who read Starting Out, Read more
Thought today would be a basic Friday? Nonsense — it's National Scrabble Day! Show off your word knowledge and celebrate the holiday with a round of the game tonight. For amateur etymologists who can't get enough of words, there's a Scrabble for every need. Seriously. Keep the traditional classic Scrabble game on the shelf tonight and practice your triple-letter score finest on one of these Read more
Besides the prevalence of candy and eggs, Easter's got meat covered as well. Like any big holiday, traditional Easter brunch or dinner includes a showstopping meat centerpiece. Lamb and ham are both traditional choices for the meal, but which one is healthier for you? Whether you're roasting a leg of lamb or glazing a ham, check out our nutritional breakdown after the break. Read more
As a ritual feast that marks the beginning of the Jewish holiday of Passover, Passover Seder is a celebration rich with cultural traditions that varies slightly from household to household. The focus of the meal is centered on retelling the story of the liberation of the Israelites from ancient Egyptian slavery and includes customs like drinking four cups of wine, eating matzo, and assembling and Read more
