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Have you ever tried karbonader? Yep, I didn't think so, I've never eaten it either. In fact, I had never even heard of karbonader, the Norwegian-style open faced slider, until I stumbled across this image in the Savory Sights group in the YumSugar Community. Senorita writes: My mormor (grandmother in Norwegian) was up for the weekend and treated my family to her delicious karbonader. It is a Read more
I am a firm believer that Pilates makes everything better. And when I say firm, I also mean that literally. Pilates is a body/mind method of fitness, or as the very Germanic founder Joe Pilates believed, mind over body. I have found mental images help clients understand the details of basic moves. Here are three images that I have found helpful both inside and outside the Pilates studio. String Read more
The Grammys are one of the biggest nights in music, and even typically casual performers take it very seriously, dressing up to the nines for their red-carpet appearances. Take a close up look at all the amazing eyeliner, glamazon false lashes, and cool lip color the stars wore for getting glammed up this year. Read more
Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson stopped by the Four Seasons in Beverly Hills yesterday. The afternoon wasn't all fun, though, since Jessica was one of the many celebrities that reacted to Whitney Houston's death. She wrote on Twitter, "I found my voice singing Whitney Houston's music. Today I lost my idol." Jessica and Eric have been hanging in LA lately, but they took a trip to Indianapolis for Read more
Taylor Swift wore Zuhair Murad to the 2012 Grammys. She posed for photos on the red carpet before heading inside. The winning has already started for Taylor, who recently found out that she's the proud owner of two new statues for best country song and best country solo performance. She's also up for best country album, as is George Strait, Blake Shelton, Lady Antebellum, Eric Church, and Jason Read more
The Berlin Film Festival kicked off last week, and there have already been plenty of glamorous events. Diane Kruger brought two fashionable looks to the red carpet, while Angelina Jolie promoted In the Land of Blood and Honey with multiple appearances. Brad Pitt even got in on the fun at Saturday night's premiere of Angelina's directorial debut. Jake Gyllenhaal's been on the scene as a juror, and Read more
Alicia Keys chose a super structured Alexandre Vauthier LBD, but it was her close attention to edgy add-ons that made this sleek ensemble pop. Her "Bis Un Bout" Christian Louboutin ankle-strap pumps featured PVC-infused panels, which evoked a futuristic feel, while her chunky geo-shaped gold choker injected a fierce attitude. To finish off the look, Alicia rocked a retro bouffant and minimal Read more
Soulful songstress Adele schooled us tonight in the art of modern elegance, which she juxtaposed with retro glamour. Her custom black embellished Giorgio Armani gown instantly reminded us of Mad Men-inspired formality, but it was her crimson lips and '60s-style winged eyeliner that drove the nostalgic evening ensemble home. While her sparkly dress and impeccable makeup made a siren statement, her Read more
Carrie Underwood sparkled in a floor-skimming Gomez-Gracia number. While the front was long-sleeved and modest, the back featured cutout details in a subtly sexy way. To add an extra dose of shine, she donned a pair of statement diamond drop earrings to her already showstopping embellished white dress. A winged-out eye, elegant swept back hair, and an understated pink nude lip polished off this Read more
Adele's music is a fusion of classic harmonies and modern sentiments, and her hair and makeup at the Grammys seem to be a reflection of a similar combination, with timeless crimson lips that would be at home on a New York runway or an episode of Mad Men, '60s-style winged eyeliner, and voluminous curls. Her music is the best kind of throwback, but can you say the same for her hair and makeup Read more
