Gemma Degara Chain Shoulder Pads: Love It or Hate It?


Updated 11/25/09 12:11 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 5 comments

Stylish Shoulder Pads

I know bold shoulders are all the rage, but would you wear these Gemma Degara Chain Shoulder Pads ($95) to enhance them? It's definitely an interesting concept — part cape, part shoulder pads, part necklace. I would perhaps give it a whirl, but not in that exact way! You? Take all of my Love It or Hate It Polls here! Also, don't forget to join my Love It or Hate It? group. Gemma Read more

A Fabby Halloween: Working Girl


Updated 10/28/09 10:39 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 1 comment

Working Girl Halloween Costume

If you're in a pinch for a Halloween costume, both for time and for money, and want to be able to recite a really great line throughout your spooky evening, consider being a Working Girl. Now is prime time for an ode to this '80s power chick flick: shoulder pads are in. We all have the office basics for this, but insert the largest shoulder pads you can find into your blazer. Tease your curls, Read more

Overlooked and Underappreciated: How to Use the Rowing Machine


Updated 05/17/12 8:31 AM · Posted by · 24 comments

Tips For Using the Rowing Machine

The rowing machine can be intimidating, but once you get the hang of it, it's an effective way to spice up your cardio routine. But while the rowing machine, also called an ergometer, is a calorie buster (about 280 calories in 30 minutes for an 130-pound woman) and a good leg and core workout, improper form can lead to back injuries if you're not careful. Read on for our tips on proper rowing Read more

Common Treadmill Woe: How to Avoid a Stiff Neck While Running


Updated 05/14/12 12:15 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Proper Running Form on the Treadmill

Many people prefer hitting the treadmill to running outdoors, but if you're not careful, along with that toned tush you might end up with a stiff neck, resulting in a nagging headache. Follow these tips the next time you hop on the treadmill to prevent this common running woe. Keep Your Gaze Forward One gym perk is its televisions, which allow you to catch up on the news or your favorite TV Read more

For Better Sleep, Do These 3 Things 20 Minutes Before Bed


Updated 05/10/12 5:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What to Do Before Bed to Sleep Better

We spend about a third of our lives in slumberland, but many people complain of not sleeping well. If you have a tough time falling asleep or you toss and turn in the middle of the night, try exercising during the day and limiting alcohol and caffeine a few hours before bedtime. But if you are doing this already and still have troubles, here are three things to do immediately before hitting the Read more

Amp Up Your Workout With These Balance Exercises


Updated 05/03/12 2:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Balance Exercises Using a Foam Pad

If you're looking to amp up your fitness routine, you need to get unstable. Performing classic single-leg exercises while standing on a foam pad, like the one pictured above by Aeromat, is simple way to do this. The squishy surface forces your core and legs to work harder, increasing your strength gains and caloric burn. Standing on the soft surface also strengthens your feet and ankles, which Read more

3 Reasons to Work Your Back in Time For Summer


Updated 05/02/12 1:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Back Exercises For Posture

When it comes to looking your best on the beach, it's not all about how to build a six-pack or which exercises make your backside look the best in a bikini. In fact, having a healthy and strong back can make you feel your best on the beach in more ways than one. Here are some essential back exercises and why they will help you rock a swimsuit with confidence. Stand tall and slim: Wanna look five Read more

Eight Outfits That You and He Will Both Love


Updated 04/03/12 9:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Outfits Girls and Guys Will Love

Lucky magazine is one of our favorite sources for great shopping tips. We're thrilled to share this fabulous story from our friends at Lucky! Sometimes the hardest outfit to put together is one that's interesting but not too interesting— something that's on-trend enough to impress judgy friends but not so fashion-forward it flies right over boys' heads (harem pants, shoulder pads and denim Read more

Michelle Williams Checks Out the Paris Art Scene


Updated 02/16/12 11:30 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Michelle Williams Visits Paris Pictures

Michelle Williams met up with friends today for a stroll in Paris. The threesome were spotted leaving the Museé d'Orsay. Michelle arrived in Europe over the weekend prior to Sunday's BAFTA Awards in London. She lost the best actress status to fellow nominee Meryl Streep, but still got to rub shoulders with a Hollywood crowd that included Brad Pitt, George Clooney, and Viola Davis. Michelle's Read more