DOWNTIME – ROME, ITALY

By Francesca Merced Cities like Paris and Milan may be widely known as fashion capitals of the world, but in my opinion, Rome is the style capital! From the food to the clothing to the majestic architecture, Rome is a city that simply exudes strength and magnificence. Just like every great city, Rome has something […]

Main Course

Baked Eggplant with Yogurt and Pomegranate Eggplant is a vegetable that has both style and substance. Known for its beautiful purple skin, eggplant is rich in nutrients and, when cooked, boasts a smooth texture and complex flavor. Popular recipes for cooking eggplant include various Asian methods and the Italian dish Eggplant Parmesan. My eggplant with […]

COVER STORY: STEEL MAGNOLIAS

By Teryl Warren   It’s not easy to remake a classic as beloved as Steel Magnolias, but with an all-star cast including major award winners and rising stars, Lifetime is attempting to do just that. The world-premiere of the highly anticipated Lifetime Original Movie Event, Steel Magnolias, is set to debut Sunday, October 7 at 9pm ET/PT on […]

FASHION & BEAUTY

It’s quite possible that 2012 may go down in history as one of the most spectacular years ever for London!  On the heels of the international spectacle of the London Summer Games and historical performances on Centre Court at Wimbeldon, some of the city’s brightest design stars took center stage at London Fashion Week from […]

HEALTH & WELLNESS

SPEAK OUT AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Since 1987, Domestic Violence Awareness Month has been observed during the month of October.  According to research conducted by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence: One in every four women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime. An estimated 1.3 million women are victims of physical assault by an intimate […]

PURSE STRINGS: 5 OF THE HEALTHIEST JOBS FOR WOMEN

Did you know that, between the ages of 18-65, the average American will spend nearly 98,000 hours at work? With so much of our lives being consumed by our livelihoods, it’s not only critical to enjoy what you do – it’s essential to ensure that what you do is actually good for you.   We’re […]

THE GREATEST FITNESS GURU OF ALL TIME

By Marc Alexander America is in the middle of a huge health/fitness irony. Never before has there been such focus on the importance of being healthy while at the same time, never have so many Americans been so fat and out of shape.  It seems like TV advertising is a battleground between fast food, beer […]

WHAT HE WANTS

VITAL SIGNS By Drew Allen   So, if something in your body feels out of whack, you go to the doctor to have everything checked out, right? And once the doctor takes your temperature, checks your blood pressure and a few other vital signs, you’ll either find out that you’re in good health, or you’ll […]

SH*T GIRLS SAY BOOK LAUNCH

From the creators of the Internet sensation Sh*t Girls Say, Canadian writers Kyle Humphrey and Graydon Sheppard, comes a book that is both hilariously quotable and irresistibly stylish. This wildly creative book – featuring the duo’s favorite tweets, with elaborate sets created to reveal each new phrase – is a visual and comic treat for […]

MAIN COURSE: PUMPKIN CRANBERRY BREAD

As we fall into Fall during the month of October, it’s a natural tendency to look for a recipe involving pumpkins to get you fully in a mellow autumn mood. Pumpkin Cranberry Bread is a terrific and versatile treat that you can enjoy as a quick breakfast, a mid-day snack, or as an after-dinner treat […]