Mommy's little helper.
Wooden toys are oh so popular these days so I was delighted to find some fun for mom and dad to play with, too. MUJI, a Japanese based company, manufactures a unique set of blocks – cities in a bag. For $14, fans of the big apple can buy New York City in a Bag and get the Chrysler Building, Statue of Liberty, Guggenheim Museum, the original MoMA buildings, and six cars. Made from sustainable Read more
That fact that it's National Bike Month and the warmer Spring days may mean you have cycling on the brain. Whether you're participating in your city's Bike to Work program or you're starting a commuting routine, here are some solutions to your newbie concerns. I don't know my route: Finding a bike-friendly route is especially crucial if you're a cycling newbie, so before your actual commute, Read more
This week on Mad Men's "Dark Shadows" episode, Weight Watchers serves as a type of therapy for Betty Francis, who can definitely use it. Boredom, jealousy, and insecurity dominate Betty's life as a 1960s housewife on her second marriage, and she's turned to bags of Bugles to pass the time. Now determined to lose the weight, the former model turns to a new diet plan gaining popularity with women Read more
Whether you prefer to be in the kitchen or on the road, we've come up with several creative ideas to keep you busy this Spring. Looking for some new pastimes? From DIYs to nerdy day trips, we've got 18 fun, geeky ideas to get you through the season. Have a documentary marathon: Not sure where to start? Check out Frozen Planet, a seven-part series from the team behind Planet Earth, to learn more Read more
Marc Jacobs's lace Met Gala dress is sold out — Fashionista Christian Louboutin is launching a beauty line — Styleite How to keep your off-season wares fresh — Olivia Palermo Inside the fabulously weird world of Kate Moss fan art — Stylelist What Hillary Clinton's no-makeup photo says about her power today — The Daily Beast This week's best almost wardrobe malfunctions — Read more
Graduation is such an exciting time, and for many former co-eds, it's a chance to try out a new city, pursue dream jobs, and rent an off-campus apartment. It also may mean stocking and maintaining a "real" kitchen . . . at least one that's used for more than steeping ramen noodles and unpacking fast food bags. We've rounded up 10 kitchen items that are essential to any postcollegiate kitchen Read more
Get ready for Gap to turn a stylish new leaf — Styleite How Prince William and Kate Middleton spent their royal anniversary — HuffPost Style Olivia's Spring urban safari shopping picks — Olivia Palermo The most fashionable cities in America — did yours make the cut? — Stylelist Barneys's fashion director lists off her shopping splurges of the season — The Fashion Spot Macy's Read more
Looking good doesn't have to cost a lot of money. In fact, it doesn't have to cost a thing. There are plenty of ways to look better without spending a single penny. We talked with top dermatologists, hair stylists, makeup artists, and estheticians to score their secrets for looking your best for the best price of all: free. Read their tips here. Read more
See photos of Pamela Love and Creatures of the Wind for J.Crew line — Styleite The hottest fashionistas to go green for Earth Month — HuffPost Style How to rock the mesh hole trend — Olivia Palermo Do you think Kate Middleton is a style icon? — Stylelist NYC vs. LA: a tale of two (fashion) cities — The Fashion Spot Gucci's Frida Giannini shares her Shanghai diary — The Daily Read more
We're happy to present this story from our friends at Allure: Track and field star Jessica Ennis, currently in training for the London 2012 Olympics, recently admitted that she always competes in a full face of makeup. And Ennis's explanation of her race ritual to The Daily Mail certainly makes sense: "I definitely think if I feel I look good, it makes me feel more confident," she told the Read more
