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Yoga Block Can Be More Than Just Blocks

FitSugar — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 14:30:00 PDT

I am a huge fan of using blocks when practicing yoga. They are often used by beginners and those with injuries to help them modify certain postures, but they are also used by experienced and flexible yogis as tools to get deeper into poses.

Blocks come in many shapes, sizes, and they can be made out of many different materials including cork, foam and bamboo. If you're not sure where to begin, get a 4 inch yoga block and start with that. Once you learn ways to use it, you can figure out of you need to add more blocks to your home studio.

Here's a basic list of the different kinds you can get.

Hugger Mugger Foam Wedge	1 Inch Foam Yoga Bricks
2 Inch Foam Yoga Bricks	3 inch Yoga Bricks
4 Inch Yoga Blocks	Shoulder Stand Foam Block
Hugger Mugger Cork Block	Hugger Mugger Bamboo Block

United Nude Mobius Wedge Sandal: Love It or Hate It?

FabSugar — Tue, 10 Jul 2007 08:40:33 PDT

Is it me or does this United Nude Mobius High Wedge Sandal, $146, have a huge cutout in its wedge heel? Talk about out of this world! I feel like the shoe is playing tricks on my eyes. I like the metallic color but the cutout is too extreme for me. What do you all think?

Thanks Gruaig_rua for posting it in the Love It or Hate It? group.

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The Look for Less: Christian Louboutin Espadrilles

FabSugar — Wed, 02 May 2007 06:11:22 PDT

Any girl would be extremely lucky to own a pair of Christian Louboutins, but, unfortunately, not every girl is that fortunate. These Peep-Toe Slingback Espadrilles, $310, are no doubt gorgeous and the perfect way to showoff a Summer pedicure. But, do you really want to pay that much for shoes that must be thrown in the back of your closet once the cold weather strikes?

To see my look for less,

Instead, spend only $70 for these Tribeca 'Harbor' Wedge Sandals, that look very similar to the Louboutins. Sure, they don't have that apparent white stitching, but the shape and style is quite on-point. Plus, with the remaining $240 you can get yourself an outfit to match! Now that's a smart shopper.

Latest Exercise Trend: Ramping

FitSugar — Tue, 01 May 2007 11:45:00 PDT

I am always looking for a way to do something new, fitness wise. At one point, step aerobics was the latest thing, but that time has since come and gone. You'll still find step classes in almost every gym, but they are not nearly as popular as they once were.

Enter Ramping. I know it sounds a little odd but ramping is very similar to step aerobics (in fact it was created by the very same person that created step aerobics) but it is requires a lot less impact on your joints because instead of stepping up onto a flat step or bench, you lunge on and off an adjustable-incline ramp (half-moon looking contraption pictured above) specifically designed for ramping. Ramping is great for really working your butt and hamstrings. Great for getting those legs short shorts ready this summer. Check out the ramping site online for more information as well as to find a class near you.

Five Perfect Summer Wedges Under $100

Noria Morales — Mon, 09 May 2011 12:40:58 PDT

You want some height to go with that breezy sundress, and a Summery wedge will do the trick. These wedges are boldly hued, pretty, and the best part: ultra affordable. Check out our top five Summer wedges under $100.

Men in Black 3: A Return to (Alien Life) Form

Becky Kirsch — Sat, 26 May 2012 10:29:01 PDT

I saw the original Men in Black movie so long ago that my memories of the film might as well have been zapped with a neuralyzer (that's the memory-erasing device the guys use in the movie, for those of you who are also having trouble recalling the original). What I did retain is that the film was funny, fresh, and silly and that it didn't hold up very well for the 2002 sequel. With that in mind, I had low expectations for Men in Black 3, but the newest installment is just as much fun as the original, and it actually benefits from the 15-year time lapse.

The script for the film is one of its biggest assets and truly sets Men in Black 3 apart from its predecessors. The aliens are still alive and ickier than ever now that they're in 3D, but the story is more focused on the friendship between J (Will Smith) and K (Tommy Lee Jones) and how it has evolved over the years. We learn early on that K has been keeping a secret from J all these years, and the mystery drives a wedge between the partners. Meanwhile, a treacherous alien named Boris the Animal (played to hilarious perfection by Flight of the Conchords's Jemaine Clement) breaks out of maximum-security prison and goes back in time to get revenge on K, who arrested him back in the '60s. The day that K had Boris locked up is the key to K's secret, so J heads on a mission back in time to save K and learn the truth.

To see why Men in Black 3 is so much fun, just

Will Smith hasn't been in a movie since 2008's Seven Pounds, and I didn't realize I missed him until I found myself giggling all the way through Men in Black 3. His shtick is still the same (he's one-liners still consistent of dialogue like "Where did you come from? Planet damn?"), but you can't help but love Agent J as he bumbles through the '60s, desperately trying to sell his story to people who don't recognize him - or believe him. You can tell that Smith feels completely comfortable in the role, and in the signature suit, which still looks perfect on him, as he hasn't aged a day.

Tommy Lee Jones is ever the reliable curmudgeon, but the film mines extra laughs when J travels to the '60s and meets a much younger version of his partner, played by Josh Brolin. Brolin looks enough like Jones to pass for him, but it's really his studied delivery and mannerisms that sell the performance. We also get some insight into how K has evolved over the years (he's always had a penchant for cowboy music, but he also used to be a bit of a dreamer), giving the film an extra layer to the enjoyable banter between J and K.

I'm not usually one to gush about 3D, but the special effects really come to life in Men in Black 3 in a way they never did in the first two movies. Not only do the aliens look creepier than ever, but the cartoonish feel of the film is taken to the next level with the 3D aspect, especially with the time-travel thrill-ride element. Much like with the 3D movies from my youth, I found myself shrinking in my seat just to avoid being too close to the alien goo, blood, breath, and beyond. Combined with the welcome return of Will Smith, you've got yourself a fun, mindless blockbuster.

Photos courtesy of Sony

Edun Goes to Ibiza With Its Exclusive Collection For Net-a-Porter

Noria Morales — Fri, 25 May 2012 03:30:45 PDT

Edun's Sharon Wauchob has Summer vacation on the brain as much as I do, designing an exclusive collection for Net-a-Porter that's inspired by Ibiza. The line of breezy dresses and this very cute romper are all done in cool blue shades, invoking "sunlight and indigo rainstorms" and designed for "the lighthearted Edun girl on holiday." In case you weren't sure, this romper is a highlight, super light and floaty, and goes effortlessly from day to night - pair it with flat strappy sandals and a woven tote for shopping outdoor markets, then throw on wedge espadrilles and a white linen blazer for a night out. The collection hits Net-a-Porter today.

Look of the Day: Spiked Wedges

Laura Marie Given — Wed, 23 May 2012 03:00:52 PDT

Fab reader tinaciousme proved that you can mix and match opposites - say, a floral print and spiked wedges - for a modern, polished look that works just as well at the office as it does after hours. The key to her sleek style? Classic, tailored shapes and a simple color palette. She paired a breezy black-and-white floral blouse and black drawstring trousers with cool leather details. A cropped cut shows off her spiked platform wedges while a white structured satchel adds a touch of sophistication.

Congrats, tinaciousme!

Everyone else, submit your looks, and we might just feature you on FabSugar!

Mad For Madras: Shop 15 Quirky Printed Plays on Summer's Preppier Plaids

Marisa Tom — Thu, 24 May 2012 11:36:23 PDT

Forget schoolgirl plaid - this colorful take on the checkered trend is totally Summer friendly and a bit quirkier, too. To get that "just gone to Nantucket" look without having to venture further than the nearest sunny spot, incorporate a subtle mix of madras-patterned pieces into your warm-weather wardrobe. While the style is grounded in preppier renditions, there's no reason not to inject your own cool-girl sensibility into each madras-laden look. Try a seersucker Bermuda short covered in a cool patchwork print with a slouchy tee and espadrille wedges, don a breezy madras button-up with ripped denim cutoffs for an evening on the beach, or go for bold in a madras blazer-and-trouser combo. If you're feeling this plaid iteration for a pop of Summer prep, shop our editors' madras picks below now.

4 Easy, Breezy Outfits For Your Festive Memorial Day Weekend Agenda

Marisa Tom — Thu, 24 May 2012 03:30:44 PDT

With Memorial Day weekend ahead, and your BBQ and rooftop cocktail hour plans set in motion, there's not a ton of time to think about what you'll be wearing. That's where we come in: we've culled four shoppable looks that will put you at the top of your off-duty styling game and take minimal effort to re-create. From a more laid-back version of evening glamour - breezy pleated skirts paired with slick sweatshirt toppers and floral wedges - to one beachy white maxi dress, perfect for your sunniest holiday adventures, just keep clicking to get inspired and shop our editors' Memorial Day styling tricks.