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October 3, 2013
How To Remove A Tag From A Scarf
Many scarves come with permanent-seeming labels that frustratingly manage to show or face out no matter which way you tie them. While leaving the label on is a bit of a matter of preference (many people opt to keep them on if the scarf is designer or if the label includes washing instructions), if a visible tag is driving you […]
Do You Really Have to Dry Clean That?
Let's face it: Taking clothes to the dry cleaner is expensive and inconvenient. I'd wager the majority of us have taken a look at that "dry-clean" label and wondered, 'what would happen if I were to handwash this blouse instead?" I'm happy to be the bearer of good news: In some cases, you can. 
12 Perfect Skirt-and-Sweater Pairings from InStyle.com
Just in time for the cooler weather, our colleagues at InStyle.com have put together a list of the perfect skirt-and-sweater pairings for daytime and evening looks this fall. To see the full list, click here. More fashion from RealSimple.com: 6 Fashion Trends that Never Go Out of Style The Best Jeans for Your Shape 7 Stylish Coats and Jackets Filed […]
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October 2, 2013
Wednesday Trivia: Happy 63rd Birthday, Charlie Brown!
Here’s a little hump day pick-me-up: Today marks the 63rd anniversary of the Peanuts comic strip. It debuted in seven newspapers on October 2, 1950. By 1952, it was appearing in over 40 papers across the country, and in 2000, just after creator Charles Schulz passed away, the strip was being printed in 2,600 newspapers in 75 countries and in 21 […]
Never Hang Pearls
A pristine pearl necklace is a timeless way to add sophistication to any outfit. The only downside: One snap, and you can say goodbye to your accessory. To make your pearl necklaces last, never hang them. “This weakens the silk threads that hold the necklace together,” says Helena Krodel of the Jewelry Information Center, in New York City. Instead, try […]
Are You Wearing the Right Sports Bra?
Over half of women complain about pain in their breasts when exercising (and not just fuller-figured women!), says Fresh Pair bra fit expert Bobbie Smith. Are you one of them?
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October 1, 2013
A Quick Way to Combat Dry Skin
With colder weather on the forefront, dry skin is almost inevitable—but here’s a trick to at least soften the blow: Go easy on the soap. By all means, suds up where you need it most, but those who suffer from dry or sensitive skin don’t need to use soap all over the body. According to Roger Ceilley, a clinical professor […]
The Chicken Soup Recipes That Will Cure Your Cold via HuffPost Taste
It seems like everyone around me is getting sick with a cold… and we all know that cold bugs do not discriminate. Just this week I’ve heard from many friends who are sick, my parents, and other moms of toddlers dealing with sneezy and feverish kiddos. According to our friends at HuffPost Taste, “The weather changed, so we all got […]
