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Shop Casa's Fall Getup

FabSugar — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 07:50:11 PST

Continuing with our reveal of the Sugar girls' Fall outfits, next up we have CasaSugar. Her look is a personal favorite of mine - I wear similar sassy looks all the time. It's a cozy Winter combo with a youthful flair.

Here's what she's wearing:

Sonia Rykiel Striped Heart Pocket Tee ($92)
Actual shorts are Madewell, here's a similar version by Forever 21: H81 Wear and Tear Bermuda Shorts ($20)
Apt. 9® Opaque Microfiber Control-Top Tights ($7, originally $10)
Bronx Cur Lee Q Boots ($168)
Toy Watch Plasteramic Chronograph Bracelet ($195)

Stay tuned for rundowns of all the Sugar girls' new Fall outfits!

Trend Alert: Candy Colored Times

FabSugar — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 03:50:22 PDT

Michelle Obama is a modern first lady with a keen fashion sense. But she's also a fun mom with candy colored times - and a "mouthwash" green Rick Owens jacket. Her Lavender Toy Watch ($195) proves she's lighthearted, and shall I say a bit sporty? Kinda makes me want to don a scrumptious colored watch when I'm riding waves and/or rollerskating. Fun for all!

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Celebrity Style: Ashley Tisdale

FabSugar — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 11:00:22 PDT

I'm starting to develop a teeny bopper girl crush on Ashley Tisdale. What can I say? The High School Musical star is quite a little cutie in her trendy LA warm-weather looks. Earlier, she perfectly exemplified the beauty of an elongated cardi. She's wearing some favorites here: Ray-Ban Wayfarers, fedora, a macho watch, Louis Vuitton bag, Havaianas flip-flops. But what sets this apart is the colored bra underneath her all-white ensemble, which is a styling technique I personally partake in.

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50 Geeky Date Ideas For Valentine's Day (and Beyond)

GeekSugar — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:30:10 PST

Coming up short for Valentine's Day date ideas? If you and your sweetheart are more of the geeky persuasion, simply hitting up an overpriced restaurant just won't cut it. We brainstormed 50 date ideas that incorporate science, tech, and video games, for a special Valentine's eve. But don't limit yourself - tackle these date ideas all year!

Bundle up, pack a dinner picnic, and head to the park for some stargazing.
Watch Contact (for the millionth time).
Go to a science museum.
Hit the natural history museum and check out your favorite dino bones.
Go retro - grab a roll of quarters, a slice or two, and hit the pizza parlor arcade.
Build your own planetarium with glow-in-the-dark stickers.
Catch up with the Doctor Who craze by watching the series from the beginning.
Throw a Star Wars party for two.
Whip up a batch of Cloud 9 mojitos (complete with mason jar glasses) and have a Battlestar Galactica marathon.
Visit Nerdy Day Trips and find geeky stuff to do near you.
Go to the planetarium.
Take a dream vacay to the Hobbit Hotel in New Zealand.
Spend a few romantic nights in the Hobbit House of Montana.
Visit the actual Lord of the Rings movie set.
Travel to the Chott el Djerid salt lakes in Tunisia, which were transformed into Luke Skywalker's home on Tatooine.

See the rest of the list after the break!

How to Fight Your Financial Demons

LearnVest — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:15:23 PST

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy!

We all have our demons.

Some just lurk under the bed, but others bare their teeth as we go about our day - say, every time we pull out our wallet.

Financial demons are particularly vicious because their effects aren’t confined to the pages of our journal or emails to our best friend. Our finances permeate just about every aspect of our lives, from where we live to the job and lifestyle we choose.

And for that reason, our financial demons can be particularly invasive - and toxic.

But the good news is that demons can definitely be vanquished (or subdued, at the very least). As with anything, they can be worn down with the right tools and the right mind-set. Fortunately, we have both.

First, identify your demon . . . or demons. Then we’ll show you exactly how to send them packing.

If You Have Shopping Demons . . .

The Tools: As you know, “just stop shopping” isn’t helpful advice. Instead, look at your habit from the other end: Your closet. Your makeup bag. Or your gadget collection, depending on the spending that’s most problematic for you. Use our process from Priceless Style Boot Camp to evaluate your 10 most recent purchases. If lots of your recent buys are rated “not worth it,” it’s time to reevaluate your spending patterns. The first step is to avoid letting one bad spending choice drag you into a downward spiral. If you suspect you’re currently in such a phase, you can use this tool to spiral back up. If your purchases are all rated “worth it,” but you know you’re shopping too much, take a close look at your last month of spending and ask yourself whether you’re truly happy with everything you bought, or if that same amount of money could have been applied to a different financial goal, whether it's bulking up your emergency fund or beginning to invest.

Read on for more.

Get a Good Night's Rest . . . Regardless of Who You Are Sleeping With

Heather Dale — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 14:32:09 PST

If improving your sleeping habits made the list of your 2012 resolutions, then let's get to it! There are simple things you should and shouldn't be doing to get some quality shut-eye, but what about the person who sleeps to your right (or left)? Do you ever look at your partner as a roadblock to your sleeping success? If your significant other is interfering with your sleepy time, here are some helpful tips to get you back on track . . . no separate rooms required!

Some like it hot, some like it cold: If your partner likes to keep the heat cranked throughout the night, while you prefer to keep it at a lower temperature, use scientific evidence to win this battle. Like it or not, room temperature has a significant impact on sleep. To get proper, quality sleep, the body needs to reach an internal temperature of 65 to 72 degrees F. If he (or she) is still set on sweating it out, load up the blankets on their side of the bed and have them wear socks and a sweatshirt to bed.

Keep reading for more tips.

OnSugar Blog: Raising Kids Can Be Mind-Numbing, but Take This Advice

OnSugar Blog — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 04:04:25 PST

Lots of moms like to think out loud and marybabysteps is one of them. Here is an excerpt from one of her recent posts to Every Day Baby Steps.

Whew! Christmas is over. What takes such a big toll on your budget, you sanity and your time is blown away in a matter of minutes while the kids rip open their presents, scurry around searching madly for batteries and try to figure out their new toys without bothering to look at the damn book. All this with barely a "Thanks, Santa." But you know what? It's worth it. We had a very nice, small Christmas at home. The kids got what they wanted (Thank you, Grandma!), and I loved watching their faces light up and spending the morning just watching their excitement as they played with their new stuff.

That being said, I must confess that for the last couple months that I've been trying to work from home without the help of part-time daycare, I've nearly pulled my hair out on a daily basis. I gave up my two day a week sitter in an attempt to save money, and I'm beginning to wonder if I gave up my sanity with that decision. Playing blocks, watching endless pre-school TV and begging Brady to, "Please, go potty." have just about sent me over the edge.

But just the other day, I saw a post on Facebook that led me to a blog I had never visited before, Girl on Saturday. The post was about how poor Karen is now known as "Penis Mom" by the parents and teachers at her kids' school, but that it's okay because she took a stand against ridiculous gender stereotypes and was a role model for her kids. Karen is pretty cool. So cool, in fact, that I took a look at her other posts. Each one spoke to me and conveyed a lesson that I needed to learn or to be reminded of. I was especially moved by this post that gave life-changing advice on surviving the first few years of raising kids. Karen reminded me that, though parenting can certainly be mind-numbing, it can also be some of the best moments of your life. She emphasized what's important, and I intend to keep those things in mind when I'm thisclose to having my next breakdown. If you feel like you just can't take one more second of the mind-numbing routine that has become your life, please head over to read Karen's advice. I guarantee it will help you out.

Want to see more? Start following Every Day Baby Steps or start your own OnSugar blog. It's easy, it's free, and we just may feature your content on our site!

A Future Feminist? Watch This Lil One's Rant Against Toys' Gender Stereotypes

Kate Stahl — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 14:06:52 PST

Now that the Christmas buying madness is over - and your little lady's room is probably stocked full of new princess toys and your son has scored some new trucks - watch this future feminist's rant against the gender stereotyping of toys. The adorable little Riley is not happy that toy manufacturers keep forcing pink and princesses on little girls, who she says like other colors and superheroes, too. Her diatribe puts her right up with the 5-year-old lil girl who told us she had to have a job before she got married - one of the cutest kid videos of 2011. Kind of makes you think, right - and wonder what her parents did to make her so articulate and thoughtful at such a young age? Riley, Betty Friedan, and Gloria Steinem would be proud!

See Jessica Alba's Chic Holiday Shopping Outfit and Her Big Gift For Daughter Honor!

Allison McNamara — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 11:44:48 PST

Jessica Alba stepped out for a big day of shopping in LA yesterday wearing an effortlessly polished daytime ensemble. She added intrigue to an all-black canvas via a gray boyfriend blazer, a printed scarf, and embossed flat boots. With daughter Haven in tow, Jessica headed to Toys R Us, where she got her other daughter, Honor, one huge, hot-pink surprise! Watch to see Jessica's stylish outfit and Honor's big gift.

What to TiVo: Sunday

BuzzSugar — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 23:59:00 PST

8:00 Once Upon a Time (repeat)
9:00 The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause

8:00 Survivor: South Pacific (new, season finale)
10:00 Survivor Reunion: South Pacific (new)

8:00 The Simpsons (repeat)
8:30 Allen Gregory (new)
9:00 Family Guy (repeat)

8:15 Sunday Night Football: Ravens at Chargers (live)

Toy Watch "Fluo" Fluorescent Watch - Sold Out	Nouveau Watch - Sold Out
Watch - Sold Out	Ltd Pink Plastic Watch - Sold Out
Orange Silicone Watch - Sold Out	70s Watch - Sold Out
TOCS Tocs Analog Two-Toned Round Watch - Sold Out	Toy Watch "Fluo" Fluorescent Watch - Sold Out
MARC by Marc Jacobs Mode Watch, Red/Purple - Sold Out	TOYWATCH 'Plasteramic' Watch - Sold Out
Multifunction White Dial Watch - Sold Out

His white shirt - Sold Out	Drawstring Linen Short - Sold Out
Free People powder blue paisley seamless balconnet bra - Sold Out	Grace Hats Mode Hat - Sold Out
RAY-BAN Wayfarer Sunglasses - Sold Out	Havaianas Slim Flip Flop - Sold Out
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Palermo GM - Sold Out	Juicy Couture Horseshoe Wish Love Luck Charm Necklace - Sold Out
Compass Charm Necklace - Sold Out	Sterling Silver Tri-Color 7-Days Bangle - Sold Out
Toy Watch White Plasteramic Watch - Sold Out