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ZYZZYVA’s Spring Celebration At Booksmith Tonight!

California Cougar Convention Will Teach You How To “P.L.E.A.S.E. Your ...

Arriba! Cinco Picks For A Flavorful Cinco de Mayo

What We’re Wearing: Kristian’s Denim And Stripes Combo

Kristian Laliberte, NY Editor What I'm Wearing: “Why do I always want to buy denim button-downs and striped shirts? While I hope people don'

LAPD Will Be Out In Full Force For Cinco De Mayo

Who doesn't love Cinco de Mayo? We're already revved up for some much-needed Margaritas (but not so psyched about how Friday morning is going to

Statement Rings That Do All The Talking

by Gina Marinelli

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Meet Rose And Forrest: The Oldest Newlyweds Ever Will Leave You F...

Cue the “awws” and get ready to grab some Kleenex. In the most heartwarming news story of the day, we'd like to introduce you to Rose Poll

by Willow Lindley

Get The Royal Treatment At Royal/T with JustJen This Mother’s Day

Ah, your mother. She gave you life, so the least you can do is treat her to a day of pampering she so deserves. So, this Mother's Day, treat her like

by Yolanda Evans

Don’t Miss: New York’s Brightest Luminaries Join For ...

Years ago, groundbreaking artist Jenny Holzer used massive areas open to the general populace, like the New York Public Library, to display her word art. N

by Leila Brillson

Bonnie & Clyde’s Takes Over The Underground’s Style S...

by Shani Silver

Emeril Lagasse Takes On SF Restos In First Episode Of The Originals

Set your DVRs, food fans! Emeril Lagasse’s brand-new show, The Originals, is kicking off on the Cooking Channel tomorrow night—and the first ep

by Katie Hintz-Zambrano

Breathe! Comme Des Garcons Is Hosting A Shopping Sample Sale Fest...

Comme des Garçons is hosting a holy sample sale-cum-shopping festival!

by Kristian Laliberte

This Is Our Jam: Blood Diamonds, “Lasting Love”

The gauzy palpitations of “Lasting Love” seem made with the hours between 2 and 6 a.m. in mind—that time between going out and passing ou

by Nathan Reese

Halle Berry And Fergie Top The Celeb-Perfume Charts

While almost every celeb can now boast having their own namesake fragrance—Kim Kardashian, Khloe and Lamar, Jordin Sparks, Derek Jeter, just to name

by Kate Mulling

Video: This Rachel Comey Documentary Is An Oh-So-Pretty Respite

The backstage of a fashion show is an environment that is not often—if ever—described as tranquil. Between finishing final details, hair, makeu

by Willow Lindley

Orgies No Longer Allowed At Iconic NYC Hotel

Back in the day, you could do almost anything at the Chelsea Hotel, one of NYC's most iconic hostelries that played host to everyone from Bob Dylan an

by Kristian Laliberte

Matchbook Mag Celebrates The Bay In New Issue!

Okay, so you already know that we’re head-over-heels for Matchbook Magazine (see our profile of adorbs editor Katie Armour here!), so we were thrille

by Katie Hintz-Zambrano

L.A. Hot Sale: Save Green This Spring At The Geren Ford Online Sale

Geren Ford has a way of making us want to strut around town in her second-skin-like silk camis, flowing skirts, and shorts to show off our legs. But Geren

by Gina Marinelli

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Caption This: Aleksandra Nilson For Elle Norway By Asa Tallgard

Winning caption: “Stay very still. Pretend like you don't know she's there. Maybe she'll lose interest and go away.” —Mere

My Chi: Kid Sister

Chicago is no stranger to major music. And among the recent ranks of Chi-town's musical darlings, you'll find Kid Sister, a hip-hop artist who go

by Shani Silver

Street Style, Too Easy

Who she is: Morgan Where we spotted her: On Rush Street. Why we love her: Maybe it's her effortlessly cool outfit, or her talent for rocking rad acces

by Shani Silver

Pippa’s Shapely Rear Gets Featured On Less-Than-Witty T-Shirts

If the Royal Wedding were this year's grandest production, then Pippa Middleton—or rather, Pippa Middleton's bum—had the Best Support

Hump Day Horror: The Situation Is Getting His Own Show

We always have a mini celebration on Hump Day, but today we have a serious case of the chills thanks to The Huffington Post's news that The Situation

by Kristian Laliberte

Missoni For Target Is The Next Designer Collaboration

Missoni is the next brand to partner with Target on a line to debut September 13, 2011. The Missoni for Target collection will include over 400 pieces of m

Kate Hudson Stuns In Yellow At Something Borrowed Premiere

Who can forget the Karen Patch-designed yellow dress from the end of How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days? Well, it looks like Kate Hudson’s stylist certainl

by Kate Mulling

Get A Buzz On With These 8 Cute Coffee Shops

by Kristen Philipkoski

Fresh From Chicago: The Cave Singers’ New Video

The freshest thing to come out of Chicago's Radar Studios this spring is the video for The Cave Singers' song, Black Leaf. Shot by Sam Macon and

by Shani Silver

A Look At Uniqlo’s Vena Cava, Charlotte Ronson, And Costell...

Don’t Miss Dan Black At The EnV’s White Party Benefit

You could attend a charity event, or you could attend a charity event with the best view ever. Chicago's newest gimme-a-key highrise is EnV, pretty mu

by Shani Silver

NYC Hot Sale: Snag 70% Off at Botkier Online Sample Sale

Hot damn! Our fingers can only click so fast as we skip around the Botkier Sample Sale. The online-only deals start today, May 3, with 70 percent slashed f

by Gina Marinelli

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What To Wear For All Your Post-Work Soirees This Season

Pick up a printed skirt in brilliant hues and ankle boots for the perfect spring-y SoCal outfit.

by Kate Mulling

Bare Your Shoulders In Summery Tank Tops

Being next-to-naked without looking indecent is what our entire summer dressing strategy revolves around, and tank tops are our weapon of choice. From clas

Veg Out At The City’s 12 Best Vegetarian Restaurants

From diehard vegan spots to vegetarian-friendly fare, check out these 12 choice eateries to grab some delicious green grub.

by Gina Marinelli

5 Things To Know This AM — May 04 2011

Cinco de Mayo is tomorrow! To celebrate, we suggest sipping one of these five yummy margarita recipes. Ole! (7×7) Speaking of drinks…want to kee

by Katie Hintz-Zambrano

5 Things To Know This AM — May 04 2011

Violent Lips temporary lip tattoos are pain-free and kinda rad. Well, on the model at least. (Racked) Sculptor and jewelry designer, Jill Platner, scavenge

by Nina Christensen

5 Things To Know This AM — May 04 2011

See all the nominees for the MTV movie awards including the lovely Natalie Portman. (WaPo) Pippa Middleton’s bottom may already have its own Twitter

5 Things To Know This AM — May 04 2011

eDrop-Off covers the storefront in blogger-inspired mannequins, for your viewing pleasure. (eDrop-Off) Now's the time to let Chicago know about your f

by Shani Silver

5 Things To Know This AM — May 04 2011

Shakespeare On The Subway, Marc Jacobs Supports Marriage Equality, And Another Uniqlo!

by Gina Marinelli