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October 15, 2013
Dry-Clean Your Separates Together
Do your suit separates tend to fade at different rates? The culprit could be the way you clean them. Because of the chemicals, finishing, and pressing used in dry-cleaning, there’s a good chance the pieces you get cleaned less often will outlast their over-laundered mates. Be sure to clean all of your separates together—after checking, of course, if they really […]
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October 14, 2013
Avoid This Common Beauty Ingredient
Not all that glitters is gold, and not all that smells good is good for you. The next time you’re shopping for beauty items, check the label and be sure you don’t see the term “fragrance” listed as a standalone ingredient. Says Dr. Mitchell Chasin, a New Jersey-based cosmetic physician and skincare expert, “Skin care companies get away with the […]
A Simple Strategy to Speed-Up Dinner Prep
Don’t have a lot of time to spend on dinner? Make major headway on meals by measuring ahead of time. Rather than fussing with a measuring cup in a time crunch, find five minutes throughout the day (or the night before) to combine all the spices you need for a dish in a plastic bag or a small bowl. In […]
Bright Idea for Your Wedding Venue from Loverly
[Photo by Stephen Michael Photo on Heart Love Weddings] Not everyone can afford to get married at a magical venue—magical meaning no additional decorating or creative improvising to transform a blank space. The good news is that a little sparkle can go a long way. Consider wrapping strands of lights around trees to create the right ambiance at cocktail hour or […]
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October 11, 2013
Easy Outfit Idea: Better-Than-Basic Black
It’s hard not to sing the praises of a head-to-toe black ensemble. It’s slimming, it’s chic, it’s simple to put together, and it resists getting dirty and staining. But if you find the concept of all-black-everything a bit blasé, there is one super-simple way to give it a little interest: Just add texture. Wear a pair of black leather pants […]
Banish Bleach Stains from Your Towels
Have you ever washed and dried a load of bath towels—without a drop of bleach–then discovered a few random white splotches on them? (It can happen with colored sheets too!) You’re probably bleaching them without even realizing it. You see, many products we use in the bathroom, from shower cleaners to toothpaste to acne medication, contain bleaching agents. When you […]
Which Apples Are Best for Cooking?
If you're headed to the apple orchards this weekend--or even your local supermarket--consult this chart to learn more about the different types and what to use them for. 
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