This warm-weather staple is also one of the trickiest to pull off, but with a few easy pointers, we promise you can do it. 1. Shop for your shape, don’t get caught up in denim trends. If you’re blessed with long slender legs, go for those skinnies! If you’re a little heavier in the hips, boot-cut or flared jeans will […]
How to Wash Your Shower Curtain Liner
If you have a plastic shower curtain liner behind your cloth curtain in your bathroom, take the time this weekend to run it through the wash. Both curtains can go through your washing machine (barring a dry clean only tag on your cloth curtain). When washing the plastic liner, use warm water and add a few small soft items in […]
Running Shoes vs. Cross-Trainers: Which Do You Need?
If you’re in the market for new athletic shoes here’s how to tell whether you should be buying straight running shoes or if you’d be better off with cross-trainers. Opt for running shoes if: You plan to walk or jog 95 percent of the time. (And choose running shoes over “walking” shoes because they are built to last longer and fit […]
Wednesday Trivia: A Better Breakfast Equals Less Snacking
You know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But new research shows it’s not enough just to eat something: If you want to stay full all day (and avoid unhealthy snacking), you need to eat foods high in protein—specifically, 35 grams worth of it. A new study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found […]
2 Ways to Make Your Eye Shadow Last Longer
Whether or not you like to go this bold with your eye shadow, there are two ways to make your hue last longer. 1. Prime your lid: This doesn’t mean you have to buy a new product. If you already use a concealer that’s not oily, use this to prime your eyelids. It will help the shadow stay put. 2. […]
How to Pay Your Taxes Over Time
If you can’t pay off all the taxes you owe in one go this year, sign up to pay them off in installments instead. Start by sending in as much as you can afford with your tax return, and then visit the IRS.gov section on payments and installments to set up a plan. The downside? It will cost you $105 […]
How to Salvage a Soaked Suede Jacket
It’s April, which means spring showers will be here shortly. You know you’re not supposed to wear suede in the rain—but it’s so tempting! The material is ideal for this in-between weather. So here’s a 3-step plan to follow should your favorite suede garment accidentally get soaked. 1. Let the jacket dry fully at room temperature. Be patient! This can […]
