Mommy Dearest: Give a Second Hand Gift at Shower?


Updated 10/22/08 2:00 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 14 comments

Mommy Dearest: Give a Second Hand Gift at Shower?

Mommy Dearest, I've got a baby shower dilemma. My cousin's baby shower is in two weeks and I'm pretty close to her. She's not a picky person, and often shops at second hand stores. I'm getting her a bunch of stuff, but considered going to the second hand store for the cradle she wants. It costs $500 for a new one, but this reputable store has it for $150. I mentioned this to a friend who told Read more

The Next Addition to The Shops at Target Revealed


Updated 05/14/12 10:34 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

The Curiosity Shoppe at The Shops at Target

San Francisco dwellers might already be familiar with the Curiosity Shoppe, but come Sept. 9, Target will be adding the San Francisco-based store as its second flight of The Shops at Target. Curiosity Shoppe founders, Lauren Smith and Derek Fagerstrom, will curate the 60-plus-piece collection, including entertaining accessories, stationery, kitchenware, games, crafts, and curiosities, ranging Read more

5 Things I Wish I Registered For (and 5 I Wish I Hadn't!)


Updated 04/26/12 5:36 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Wedding Registry Essentials

Though we may be loathe to admit it, one of the most exciting — and frenzied — moments of wedding planning is setting up a registry. While deep down I knew that marrying the man of my dreams was the best present of all, other visions, like that of a perfectly appointed home, turned me into Dirty Harry with the scanner gun. A fondue set? I'll take two. The enormous countertop convection oven? Read more

B. Toys' New Symphony in B Orchestra Is Music to Lil Ones' Ears


Updated 03/26/12 8:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

B. Toys Symphony in B Orchestra Toy Review

Finding a really good toy can be like searching for a needle in a haystack. There are so many out there, but nothing stands out from the crowd. Luckily that wasn't the case at Toy Fair this year. One toy truly wowed me with its unique take on combining fun and music education — B. Toys' Symphony in B Orchestra ($60). A virtual orchestra pit, the Symphony in B is preprogrammed with 15 songs and Read more

Last Chance! An End-of-Season Workout to Up Your Ski Game


Updated 03/05/12 8:43 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Plank Lunge and Box Jump Circuit Workout For Skiers

Even with this mild Winter, we've still seen our fair share of snow in the mountains. And while Spring is just around the corner, late-season storms around the country have given us the gift of fresh powder. If you're planning a snowy mountain weekend anytime soon, here's a circuit workout that works your core, lower body, and balance — courtesy of Erick Northrup, a district fitness manager at Read more

How to Travel Full-Time For $17,000 a Year (or Less!)


Updated 03/01/12 8:19 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

How to Travel For a Living

We're thrilled to present this smart Wise Bread story here on Savvy! For the last five years, I've been traveling the world full-time, and for less money than I've ever spent (and I'd wager less money than most people would spend) to live in one place. My worldly possessions fit into one bag (just larger than carry-on size) and a backpack containing my laptop and computer gear. This small Read more

6 Ways to Be Alone During the Holidays


Updated 12/22/11 9:40 AM · Posted by · 5 comments

How to Find Alone Time During the Holidays

Spending time with family can be the best — and worst — part of the holidays. Cramped quarters, conflicting personalities, and childhood baggage mean tensions can run high, especially when you don't have any time to yourself. But with a little creativity, you can find ways to squeeze in alone time, and avoid a yuletide meltdown. Here are a few: Offer to be the errand-runner: If you're Read more

My Picks From DWR's $1,000 Giveaway


Updated 12/14/11 11:32 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Design Within Reach CasaSugar Giveaway Picks

Have you entered our 15 Days of Holiday Giveaways $1,000 Design Within Reach Giveaway yet? The lucky winner will be gifted with a $1,000 Design Within Reach gift card. And while I'm definitely not eligible for the giveaway, I'm still dreaming about my favorite items from the store. Read more

Fab Recap — Chanel's Latest Collection, Our Top 50 Reader Looks, and More!


Updated 12/11/11 2:26 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Fashion News and Shopping For Week of December 5, 2011

This week has been filled with festive and fashion-forward happenings. From Chanel's gorgeous and exotic pre-Fall 2012 collection to Gossip Girl's season five style highlights to our top 50 reader looks from the year, we're loving and lapping up all these chicer-than-chic moments. Throw in a handful of savvy and splurge-worthy gift guides, Miranda Kerr's Winter wardrobe rundown, and some of our Read more

Announcing the 2012 Grammy Award Nominations


Updated 02/09/12 3:41 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

2012 Grammy Nominees Full List

For the second year in a row, the Recording Academy has given a hip-hop artist the most Grammy nominations. Last year, it was rapper Eminem with eight, and this year, Kanye West leads the nominees with seven chances at the golden gramophone, including a song of the year nod for "All of the Lights." West is also nominated twice in the rap album of the year category for his collaboration with Jay-Z Read more