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Style & Beauty > Accessories Essential prom accessories: 1 of 10
Would you bake a cake and leave off the frosting? If you just sling on your prom dress and sweep up your hair and think you're ready to go, you're only as ready as that unadorned cake. In fact, you'll only be a clothes hanger like the faceless mannequin that held up the gown in the dress shop. Glamour is in the details, baby... More..
Local Guides > Philadelphia Local cuisine: Foods you must try in Philadelphia: 1 of 10
There are some foods that are so tied up in an area's cultural identity that it would almost be a crime to visit there without sampling them. Can you imagine going to Rome without sampling Italian food? In Philadelphia, there are some food items that are practically icons. If you leave the city without trying them, they migh... More..
Local Guides > Washington DC Things to do in Washington DC in the winter: 1 of 9
In Washington, D.C. the cherry blossoms bloom in the spring. It's in winter, though, that you could say the whole city comes into bloom. Despite the chilly weather, the District of Columbia keeps itself warm with a host of events and celebrations that represent the best the city has to offer, from cultural events to fun fami... More..
Local Guides > Las Vegas The best day trips outside of Las Vegas, Nevada: 1 of 9
Just beyond the neon-lit, non-stop hustle of the city of Las Vegas lie some of the most breathtaking natural wonders the country has to offer. In fact, treasures await in every direction. Going west you can find the centuries-old sands of Death Valley. Drive north and view the multicolored peaks and spires of Zion. Or, for t... More..
Style & Beauty > Vintage & Bargain Clothing Tips for finding cheap prom dresses: 1 of 9
Actress Sharon Stone once shocked the public when she attended the Academy Awards wearing a top from the Gap. The most shocking thing about it was: she looked incredible. Pairing her shirt with a full-length skirt, the actress proved that style is about much more than money. When you shop for a prom dress this year, keep an ... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Commentary Creative ways to ask a date to prom: 1 of 9
It can be more complex than your final Calculus exam, more blood curdling than a trip to the assistant principals office, in fact, it can be even scarier than the "meat surprise" wobbling on a plate in the school cafeteria. Asking someone to the prom ranks up there with the greatest fears of mankind. It doesn't have to be so... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Reviews Downloadable game review: Game #3 Wonderland Adventures: Mysteries of Fire Island: 1 of 9
Playing Wonderland Adventures: Mysteries of Fire Island is a lot like going down the rabbit hole. While the cute-as-punch game from Midnight Synergy has nothing to do with Alice, this Wonderland has just as many endearing creatures, and it also has cleverly constructed puzzles that would make Lewis Carroll proud. As the sque... More..
Local Guides > Las Vegas A look at why so many people are moving to Las Vegas: 1 of 8
Millions of tourists travel to Las Vegas, Nevada every year as visitors, but for some the trip is one way. In fact, the population of the city has grown at a constant rate since its founding. Between 1990 and 2000 alone, the size of Las Vegas more than doubled (US Census). What makes so many newcomers want to make Las Vegas ... More..
Style & Beauty > Vintage & Bargain Clothing Vintage clothing: What's a bargain and what is not: 1 of 8
If you're a vintage clothing collector, you know that the thrill of the hunt is part of the excitement. Spotting what appears to be a Balenciaga coat at a junk store price might just make your heart skip, but wait: is it really a bargain? Even discount prices on certain designer vintage clothes can be as much as a new dress.... More..
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) 10 Ways to use decorative window film: 4 of 31
If you remember window film from decades ago, it's time to look again. Once a contact-paper style product that looked just as cheap as it cost, decorative window films have evolved into a sophisticated home product that is now high on looks. The easy-to-apply films are available in hundreds of styles, with almost as many use... More..