4 S.F. Tastemakers Tip Us Off On Local, Last-Minute Gifts!
Procrastinators, before you slip into a state of panic — breathe! We know, it’s officially the 11th hour for holiday shopping, but just because you have purchased um, zero gifts doesn’t mean it’s time...
View ArticleWindow Shopping: 15 Stunning Holiday Displays In L.A.
Just because SoCal's chances of a White Christmas are disappointingly low, doesn't mean L.A. residents skimp on the tinsel and trimmings. If anything, it's added incentive to be ultra-festive when the...
View ArticleOh You Fancy, Huh? Fall In Love With These 15 Ladylike Pearl Gems
Is it just us, or does your posture automatically improve the moment you place a strand of pearls around your neck? The elegant, not-so-flashy cousin of the diamond forever has a place in our hearts...
View ArticleThis Beautiful Story Of A Sandy Hook Victim & A Firefighter's Funeral Brought...
When we read this story about 7-year-old Daniel Barden, who lost his life in the tragic Sandy Hook shooting, we found ourselves immediately moved, emotional, and at a loss. Daniel dreamed of becoming...
View ArticleYSL Spring '13, Dreamed Up With The Elegant Outlaw In Mind (NSFW)
Welcome to the YSL ghost town. Consider this the perfect intersection of French fashion and the wild, wild west. Inhabited by tailored suits, ruffled white blouses, and wide brimmed hats, all courtesy...
View ArticleThe R29er's Guide To Holiday Grinchiness (Plus, Facts & Figures!)
Hey, here is news to nobody: The holidays make us have complicated, overwhelming, and sometimes not-so-much-fun emotions. From feeling broke to over-indulging to worrying how we will be able to get it...
View ArticleThis Oh-So Pretty Headpiece Will Get Your Head In The Game
We wouldn't normally call ourselves fans of tiaras, but lately, we have seriously been loving hair accessories. And we've fallen in head over heels for this lovely headband from New York designer...
View ArticleBasic Training: Black Tights That Never Rip
There are two types of women: those who don't wear tights, and those who obsess over tights. For anyone who can't bear to part with their dresses and skirts during the wintertime, a solid pair of...
View Article16 Ski Jackets To Keep You Warm On And Off The Slopes
UPDATE: This story was originally published on November 12. We're not gonna sugar coat it: Chicago winters are tough. Whether it's the lake-effect snow, the massive blizzards, or, well, you get the...
View Article4 Chef-Approved Recipes For The Best Holiday Dinner, Ever
UPDATE: Turkey isn't just for Thanksgiving, these recipes make the perfect meal for Christmas, too! This story was originally published on November 19.'Tis the season for all things joyful — getting...
View Article4 Kick-Ass Workouts To Help You Conquer Those Holiday Calories
UPDATE: This story was originally published on November 30. If you emerged from the holiday season's first no-holds-barred food-fest relatively unscathed (i.e., you only had one serving of pumpkin pie...
View ArticleScore The Les Mis Soundtrack, Cash, & Eternal Glory, All Right Here
It's no secret that our Christmas day may will be consumed by the big-screen release of Les Misérables, which we are lining up for RIGHT NOW. So, in honor of the iconic story that we love oh-so very...
View Article7 Top S.F. Chefs Share Their All-Time Fave Holiday Cookie Recipes!
[UPDATE: This story was originally published on December 4.]It's officially December, which means celebrating the holidays with sweet treats is happening pretty much on the daily. And that, dear...
View ArticleStaycay Guide: Play Tourist In L.A. At These 29 Amazing Spots
[UPDATE: This story was originally published on August 24.]We Angelenos are an adventurous, cosmopolitan bunch with a healthy case of wanderlust — which is why we always seem to have our sights set on...
View ArticleIs This The Perfect Holiday-Shopping Outfit?
What are you wearing to wrap up your last-minute shopping? Some sweatpants, maybe even your beat-up "comfy" boots? Pshaw, pshaw, Katie Holmes says to that. Trotting around town with a heavy to-do list...
View ArticleA Genius Fix For Salvaging Smudged Nails
We've all been there: you spend an hour on the couch at home, carefully applying base coat, multiple coats of color, and topcoat to your nails, only to, say, pick up your cell phone and get a HUGE...
View ArticlePresent Panic? We've Got 3 Edible Gifts You Can Whip Up In No Time
In the last few weeks, we've done our best to give you gift ideas for everyone, from your boyfriend to your parents to Gwyneth Paltrow. Now it's your turn, procrastinators! You have exactly no time...
View ArticleThis Red-Hot Lingerie Set Could Make Your Holidays A Whole Lot Happier
Yes, 'tis the season to stock up on sweaters and bundle up from head to toe. But...it doesn't hurt to have something pretty on under all those layers, does it? Well, we've found just the thing to make...
View Article14 Party-Worthy Dresses For Procrastinators
We know no one wants to look anything short of festive and fabulous on New Year's Eve. But, with the holidays in full swing, it can be a little tricky to find the time to procure the perfect frock....
View ArticleCheers! 10 Glorious Wine Bars For Sipping & Savoring This Winter
Ah, wine — it's what we need at the end of a long day at work, the drink of choice for a cozy night in, and a tasty treat to complement any meal. Whether you opt for red or white, a big pour or a...
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