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Found! Jenny McCarthy's Blue Ombre Maxi Dress

FabSugar — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 10:00:22 PDT

Jenny McCarthy and Jim Carrey enjoyed time on the beach on the 4th of July, and while Jim looked pretty good in his woman's bathing suit, she was hotter in her Scoop Beach Smocked Dress ($365). It comes with a rope belt but Jenny opted to remove it for the beach. Unlike many other ombre maxis, this one is silk so it's wearable in dressy situations. I told you dip-dyed maxis were all the rage.

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Lil Links: There Are More Than a Few People in Your Life Who Don't Love Your Children

Rebecca M Gruber — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 05:32:25 PST

The seven people who hate your child - The Stir
The Octomom takes her brood to the beach - Celebrity Baby Scoop
Sarah Drew welcomes a son - Celebrity Baby Blog
Power freezer recipes for the nesting mama-to-be - FitPregnancy
How to keep it together when traveling alone with the kids - Parenting
Thanks, but I don't want my husband in the delivery room - Momformation
How fatherhood really changes men - Yahoo! Shine
Six ways to dine out on a budget with kids - Real Simple
Bugaboo introduces healthy-cooking videos for families – Child Mode

Pilot Scoop: Bent

Shannon Vestal — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 08:00:00 PST

NBC's comedy Bent is part of their new midseason lineup, and it stars Amanda Peet and David Walton as two people who can't really stand each other - and obviously become love interests. The half-hour show is set in Venice Beach, and the tone is as relaxed as the beach town setting. If you want to know whether Bent is something you'll want to tune in to, my pilot scoop can clue you in.

What it's about: Amanda Peet plays Alex, a single working mother who hires a contractor, Pete (David Walton) to make over her kitchen. Her uptight personality is challenged by Pete's relaxed, go-with-the-flow mentality, and though they're just client and contractor at first, there is chemistry all over the place.
Where it works: I've loved Peet since her days on the short-lived series Jack and Jill and she brings her effervescent charm (even when Alex is being uptight) to her role here. And Walton is hilarious and her perfect foil. You may remember him from Perfect Couples, which didn't get much of a chance, but Walton was one of the highlights.
Where it doesn't: The show seems like it's going to rely too much on Alex and Pete's will-they-or-won't they relationship. Sexual tension is a classic TV ingredient, but there has to be something more going on, and a kitchen renovation isn't going to cut it.
When it's on: TBA
You might like this show if: You like light, quirky comedy - think Cougar Town.

To watch a preview and see some photos from Bent, just keep reading.

Lil Links: Do You Wear Your PJs to Drop Your Kids at School?

LilSugar — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 05:35:31 PDT

Pajama-clad parents banned from one school drop-off line - Momformation
Beyoncé confirms her due date! - Celebrity Baby Scoop
What to really expect after giving birth - The Stir
5 snacks that won't ruin supper - Health
Kendra Wilkinson enjoys the beach with her two beach boys - Celebrity Baby Blog
A water workout designed for moms-to-be - FitPregnancy
How to handle those awkward mom moments - Parenting
Has your Ikea baby product been recalled? - The Bump
The cost of being a SAHM - Babble
Candies you hopefully won't find in your kids' Halloween loot bags - Yahoo! Shine
The top family hotels in America - Child Mode

Beauty Essentials For a Summer Getaway

Sponsor — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 03:00:00 PDT

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A Day in the Life of Lee Schrager

YumSugar — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 11:30:35 PDT

Lee Schrager is the mastermind behind the nation's biggest food events, including the upcoming New York City Wine and Food Festival. Here's what he did on Saturday, Aug. 20.
6:00 a.m.: I was up and ready for the day in East Hampton, waiting for my yoga instructor to begin our morning class. I’ve been doing yoga at the house for the last three Summers with Corey, who is the ex-boyfriend of my regular yoga instructor in Miami. I’ve been coming out to the Hamptons since 1980, when I worked in the cheese department of the first Dean & Deluca on Newton Lane, and used to spend my days at the beach with Edie Beale (of Grey Gardens fame). We've rented this same house for the past six Summers - it’s a gorgeous run-down farm house on a great piece of property, literally three minutes from the center of town.

7:45 a.m.: I headed over to Levain Bakery in Wainscott to pick up some goodies for our house guests. I try and keep away from Levain if possible, as it’s truly addicting. This morning, I waited in line behind Russell Simmons, who literally buys every one of the mini brioche I wanted. I ended up bringing home some scones, blueberry muffins, Nutella-stuffed sourdough rolls and, of course, some walnut chocolate chip cookies for later in the day.

10:00 a.m.: I went over to Bridgehampton for a meeting at the Gilt City Hamptons House regarding the afternoon’s Burger Blood Bath that Ben Leventhal, from NBC Feast, is producing. I am the Chief Lifestyle Advisor for Gilt City and the Hamptons House is a project I proposed months ago, that includes bringing out over 30 of the nation’s top chefs to cook at the house this August. The morning meeting was to discuss set-up, weather back-up plans, sponsorship fulfillment, and registration.

Keep reading to find out whose beach Lee goes to!

Sugaring 101: All About This Hair Removal Technique

BellaSugar — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 02:00:14 PDT

Looking for a sweet way to remove hair? Sugaring might be just the thing for you. This centuries-old method provides longer-lasting results than shaving, and it's less painful than waxing. It just might be a (relatively) easy way to get rid of unwanted fuzz during beach season. Get the scoop - watch now!

Trick Yourself Into an Exercising Routine With These Tips

Leta Shy — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 03:07:23 PDT

Most of us have experienced it: we make excuse after excuse for not going on a run or hitting the gym, but once we actually finish our workout, we think, "That wasn't so bad!" For many, the hardest part of maintaining a regular exercise routine is motivating yourself to start exercising. There are so many things that get in the way - sleeping through alarms, extra-long doctor's appointment, or deadlines at work can keep us from staying motivated in order to make a once-off workout a regular routine.

If you are looking to start or maintain an exercise routine but haven't been able to stay on track, it may help to think small. Here are a few tips for tricking yourself into exercising more and creating an exercise routine.

Have a standing date with a workout buddy. Busy schedules mean some friends can get the shaft. If you feel like you need a little more quality time with a bestie, try setting up dates that only involve something active so you can socialize while you work out. Associating the weekly workout with something fun may keep you from dreading it.
Vow to do one active thing each day. Does the idea of booking it to the gym every day sound daunting? Start off small by making little goals for yourself each day. Whether it's taking a walking break every few hours or rounding up the family for an easy weekend hike, start making goals that sounds fun and easy to do so you can ease yourself into an exercise routine.

Read on for more tips for tricking yourself into exercising more!

Daria Werbowy: Summer Dreamin' in T Magazine

Noria Morales — Mon, 23 May 2011 08:40:45 PDT

Daria Werbowy's laid-back beauty seems tailor made for this sun-washed Summer editorial in T magazine. Shot by fashion photographer Cass Bird, the shoot brings us right back to those perfect Summer days: living in a swimsuit, making sandcastles on the beach, and sunset boat rides. It really seems like an endless Summer in this shoot, and the carefree styling - think Alexander Wang tees and J. Crew bikini tops - drives home the fact that Summer is the time to dress down. Click the slideshow to see all of Daria's looks and those long, willowy legs. For the inside scoop on Daria and the St. Bart's photo shoot, visit T Magazine, where you can also watch a cool video of Daria hanging out on, and jumping off of, her lovely sailboat.

Get the Look: Kristen Stewart at the Met Gala

BellaSugar — Mon, 02 May 2011 22:25:50 PDT

We're still sleuthing out the nitty-gritty details of Kristen Stewart's Met Gala beauty look, but here's the scoop so far. Clad in a Proenza Schouler dress, Kristen worked with her regular beauty team of hairstylist Adir Abergel and makeup artist Beau Nelson. Her sexy, feline-looking eyes were created with Cover Girl's Liquiline Blast eyeliner, Line Exact liquid liner in Very Black, a black eye shadow, and Lash Blast Fusion mascara - no color necessary.

For Kristen's textured updo, Fekkai stylist Abergel created volume by applying Fekkai Coiff Bouffant Lifting & Texturizing Spray Gel to Kristen's roots to add volume. Next, he used his hands, not a comb, while blow-drying her hair. With a ¾ inch styling iron, he created a natural wave and sprayed Fekkai Beach Waves to retain the curl. Then he let the hair fall into a rough middle part and pulled the hair back into a low chignon. After spraying hair to set it, he let a few pieces fall in front to highlight Kristen's face.