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Back-to-School Cool: 6 First-Day Outfits Under $35

Rebecca M Gruber — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 05:35:48 PDT

Dress to the nines for the first day of school without breaking the bank! From school supplies to new clothes, back-to-school shopping can take a hefty chunk out of Mama's wallet, and these days that's the last thing moms want to hear. We know the first day of school is special - filled with new friends, a new classroom, and oftentimes a new outfit - but it doesn't have to send the family to the poor house.

Over the next few days, we're showing moms just how easy it is to dress a schoolyard prince and princess in a brand-new outfit at various budget levels. First up, head-to-toe outfits for under $35. Check them out!

Check Out New Retailers on ShopStyle Kids!

LilSugar — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 12:00:00 PST

I use ShopStyle Kids, the Sugar Inc. owned search engine for children's clothes and goods, which allows you to browse and shop without ever loading the kids in the car, more than I'd like to admit so I was thrilled to hear the site has added some of my favorite brands. You can now cruise collections from Children's Place, Japanese Weekend, Tutti Bella, Crazy 8, and Janie and Jack.

The weather across the US makes it hard to tell whether to purchase Winter or Spring clothes right now, which is why I love Tutti Bella's tee shirt selection. They are perfect for layering and add a little rocker edge to your lil one's look.

Trendtotting: Dirty Boys

LilSugar — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 16:00:50 PDT

Boys love nothing more than to dig in the dirt. When it comes to their unearthing activities, what better way to dress the lil guys than with attire inspired by the real movers and shakers - construction tools and vehicles? While out shopping with my son, I spied these boyish finds at Crazy 8. Check out the dirty apparel for your wee worker.

Simple or Swank: Pink Rain Coats

babysugar — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 09:00:54 PST

The rainy season has begun out here in California, so I've started searching for fashionable and reasonable rain coats for my lil one. I came across two that were equally adorable at completely different price points.

Simple: The perfectly pink double breasted snap button jacket from Crazy 8 has an adorable navy polka dot lining for the bargain price of $25.
Swank: If you want a little more pizazz, Juicy Couture makes the punchy patent gold snapped jacket with puffy sleeves and "JUICY" across the rear for $192.

Tipped Off: Crazy 8 After Thanksgiving Sale

LilSugar — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 15:30:24 PST

While I was stocking up on fab frocks for my daughter the other day, the Crazy 8 clerk tipped me off to their after Thanksgiving sale.

While he couldn't say how much the discount will be on Friday, he did say it would be worth my while. And, that they will be clearing out their current stock and bringing in new stuff.

Trendtotting: Tiny Dancer

LilSugar — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 05:00:27 PST

Whether she's got bound toes or two left feet, every lil girl can be a ballerina, or well, look like one. These fun finds will have her feeling like the prima ballerina.

Angelina Ballerina books - These sweet stories of a light footed mouse who can't shake dancing from her mind sweep readers off their feet.
Ballet Topsy Turvy Doll - Held one way this doll is dressed for dance class in a black leotard and white tights. Held the other, she's recital ready in a sparkling ensemble.

Tutu Couture - FAO Schwarz hosts this online boutique where lil dancers can design the handmade tutu of their dreams.
Pink Velvet Ballet Flats - These slip on flats are dainty enough for dancing, but their flexible rubber sole provides functionality for every day wear and elastic straps secure them to lil feet.
Metallic Fleece Ballet Warm Ups - The faux wrap style hoodie with satin neckline trim and matching pants are a cozy way to warm up after a dance session.
Pink Ballet Slipper Bag - A quilted tote to store the ballet necessities in to and from class.

Angelina Ballerina Book ($11)	Ballet Topsy Turvy Doll ($28)
Pink Velvet Ballet Flats ($19)	Metallic Fleece Hoodie ($12)
Metallic Fleece Pant ($9)	Pink Ballet Slippers Tote ($20)

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Trendtotting: Faux Fur and Fabulous

LilSugar — Fri, 16 Nov 2007 14:00:03 PST

When it comes to dressing lil ladies, faux fur is beyond fabulous! Considered a staple in the festive wardrobe, the fluffy jackets, coats, capes, shrugs, and vests move from classic to casual, pairing as well with a party dress as they do with denim. And, they are available in just about every size, color, and price range these days.

Whether your lil snow angel is heading out to holiday tea or unwrapping gifts under the tree, she's sure to be snug in fuzz.

Velvet Bow Faux Fur Coat ($25)	Faux Fur Crop Coat ($50)
Faux Fur Sweathshirt ($13)	Fashion-fur coat ($25)
Floral Embossed Faux Fur Coat ($25)	Furry hooded bomber ($50)	Quilted Faux-Fur Coat ($26)

Crazy for Crazy 8

LilSugar — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 12:00:40 PST

Stores that have affordable wardrobe staples for little boys are few and far between.

My 11-month-old son is growing a mile a minute and with his current hobbies of rummaging through the garbage, washing his hands in the toilet and climbing on things, who wants to pay Janie and Jack prices for a four week wear?

A couple of months ago, I was tipped off to a new shop - Crazy 8, a hoodie and henley heaven where the boys section almost outshines the girls. The store which opened in August is The Gymboree Corporation's latest offering providing "cool clothes for kids' crazy lives". And, an answer to my son's clothing crisis. My last shopping spree set me back a mere $140 for 17 items.

Michael Fassbender Confirms His New Romance in GQ

Allie Merriam — Tue, 15 May 2012 11:58:01 PDT

Michael Fassbender's next movie Prometheus is on its way to theaters, and that means one thing - more Michael interviews! He's in the June issue of GQ, which hits newsstands on May 22, and struck a series of hot poses for photographer Mario Testino. Michael chatted about his Ridley Scott action movie, out on June 8, as well as his career. Michael opened up about being disappointed at missing out on an Oscar nomination for Shame, and even spoke about his costar in that film, and current girlfriend Nicole Beharie. Check out all the Michael pictures in GQ, and here are highlights from his interview:

On all the attention about his nether regions after Shame came out: “It’s fun to a point, and after a certain point you worry that it kind of detracts from the movie. But there’s nothing I can do. I just have to laugh it off. I can. Pretty much. Because I take my work seriously but I can’t take myself too seriously. I’m in such a crazy privileged position - shit, this is the pinnacle of the dream when I was 17. Nobody wants to hear really how difficult it is."
On being upset about not nabbing an Oscar nomination: "Ar the beginning people [say], ‘You’re going to be going to the Oscars,’ and you’re like, ‘Whatever, doesn’t matter, don’t think so.’ But after a while it does penetrate. After a while you’re like, ‘Anyway, so I’m going to the Oscars…’ And you start to believe it. And I did. I thought I was going. And then I found out I wasn’t and I was upset. I was very upset by it. The first reaction was ‘What the f-ck…?’ It’s a vanity thing. It does become important to you. And it shouldn’t."
On dating Nicole Beharie: "I’m seeing Nicole, we’re trying to see each other as often as possible. That’s kind of difficult when she lives [in New York] and I live in England . . . Nothing happened while we were filming. We started talking more on the promotion thing. So, yeah, it just sort of unfolded like that.”

The Hunger Games and Bridesmaids Lead the Pack For the 2012 MTV Movie Awards Nominees

Becky Kirsch — Tue, 01 May 2012 07:25:46 PDT

Is The Hunger Games the new Twilight? If the new crop of nominees for the MTV Movie Awards are any indication, we might be in for a regime change. Along with Bridesmaids, The Hunger Games is leading the pack, including nods for male and female performance and movie of the year. Of course the real question will be whether or not Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson can take down Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart for best kiss, a category the Twilight couple has dominated for the past three years.

As for the rest of the nominees, big comedies from the year like Crazy, Stupid, Love and 21 Jump Street got a lot of love, as did the final installment in the Harry Potter series. There are also a handful of new categories, like best music and the oh-so-prestigious best on-screen dirt bag. Check out the full list of nominees before the show airs on June 3.

To see the nominees, just

MOVIE OF THE YEAR
Bridesmaids
The Hunger Games
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2
The Help
Breaking Dawn Part 1

BEST MALE PERFORMANCE
Daniel Radcliffe, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2
Ryan Gosling, Drive
Joseph Gordon-Levitt, 50/50
Josh Hutcherson, The Hunger Games
Channing Tatum, The Vow

BEST FEMALE PERFORMANCE
Jennifer Lawrence, The Hunger Games
Kristen Wiig, Bridesmaids
Emma Stone, Crazy, Stupid, Love
Emma Watson, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2
Rooney Mara, The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo

BEST COMEDIC PERFORMANCE
Melissa McCarthy, Bridesmaids
Kristen Wiig, Bridesmaids
Zach Galifianakis, The Hangover Part II
Jonah Hill, 21 Jump Street
Oliver Cooper, Project X

BREAKTHROUGH PERFORMANCE
Melissa McCarthy, Bridesmaids
Rooney Mara, The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo
Liam Hemsworth, The Hunger Games
Elle Fanning, Super 8
Shailene Woodley, The Descendants

BEST CAST
Bridesmaids
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2
The Hunger Games
21 Jump Street
The Help

BEST ON-SCREEN TRANSFORMATION
Elizabeth Banks, The Hunger Games
Rooney Mara, The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo
Johnny Depp, 21 Jump Street
Michelle Williams, My Week With Marilyn
Colin Farrell, Horrible Bosses

BEST FIGHT
Daniel Radcliffe vs. Ralph Fiennes, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2
Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson vs. Alexander Ludwig, The Hunger Games
Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill vs. Kid Gang, 21 Jump Street
Tom Hardy vs. Joel Edgerton, Warrior
Tom Cruise vs. Michael Nyqvist, Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol

BEST KISS
Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone, Crazy, Stupid, Love
Rupert Grint and Emma Watson, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2
Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson, The Hunger Games
Rachel McAdams and Channing Tatum, The Vow
Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart, Breaking Dawn Part 1

BEST GUT-WRENCHING PERFORMANCE
Bridesmaids (Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph, Rose Byrne, Melissa McCarthy, Wendi McLendon-Covey and Ellie Kemper)
The Help (Bryce Dallas Howard)
21 Jump Street Jonah Hill and Rob Riggle)
Drive (Ryan Gosling)
Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol (Tom Cruise)

BEST ON-SCREEN DIRT BAG
Bryce Dallas Howard, The Help
Jon Hamm, Bridesmaids
Jennifer Aniston, Horrible Bosses
Colin Farrell, Horrible Bosses
Oliver Cooper, Project X

BEST MUSIC
"Party Rock Anthem," LMFAO (21 Jump Street)
"A Real Hero," College with Electric Youth (Drive)
"The Devil Is in the Details," Chemical Brothers (Hanna)
"Impossible," Figurine (Like Crazy)
"Pursuit of Happiness," Kid Cudi (Steve Aoki remix) (Project X)

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