Beauty & Style
You know how much you spend on looking good. But do you view it as an investment—in yourself, your career, your brand? Here’s looking at you.
Articles
Does Preemptive Retail Therapy Work?
Who hasn’t sought out retail therapy after suffering a blow to the ego or a particularly bad week at work? Now new research from Northwestern University suggests that we also use retail therapy to cast a protective spell before a potentially... ➡
Nab Fall Looks Now
You may be shivering and looking forward to spring, but trendsetters are taking notes on upcoming styles from the fall runways right now (last week Milan, this week Paris!). Good news: You can snag these looks now, as winter items go on sale. Now... ➡
Here’s What Sexy Time Costs You
Having a child can be insanely expensive—according to government reports, raising a kid until the age of 17 will cost a middle-income family close to $235,000. But trying not to have kids—well, that’s not necessarily a bargain, either. The... ➡
V-Day Gets a Refresh
Modern women need a V-day upgrade. Rather than overspend on cheap chocolate or a prix fixe dinner, let’s channel some of that romantic energy into rocking how you want to look and feel this year. After all, this is also the first week of the... ➡
Smart Shopping Hacks for Great Deals
You want those Gucci Chain-link sunglasses. But they are $330 retail. Ouch. Still, they’d make you look like a CEO and feel like Trinity from the Matrix. Is the movie star effect you might get from the splurge worth the potential buyer’s... ➡
Inspired Valentine’s Day Gifts for Men
Yes, your man loves you, but he loves other things too. Like coffee. And his kicks. This year, show your affections with a gift that acknowledges his extra passions. They’re available at almost any price point, and only a click away. Under $15... ➡
How to Put Some Money in Your Designer Bags
Most women think of the dividends their handbag might yield in terms of looks and style. But a real power bag can also return some of the hundreds (or thousands) you put into it when you tap into the high-end resale market. “Classic, covetable... ➡
Do your work clothes need a pro makeover?
Hear the word stylist and you might think of go-to-girl Rachel Zoe, who spiffs up celebs like Anne Hathaway and Cameron Diaz for their red carpet premieres. But increasingly, non-famous types are turning to professional stylists to give... ➡
