April Archive

Chic dresses direct from the thrift store

Katie Hinderer | 23 April 2010

365 items of clothing. 365 dollars. And the blogging begins

The Art of Choosing: less is more, sometimes

Katie Hinderer | 20 April 2010

A review in the New York Times on Sheena Iyengar’s book The Art of Choosing caught my attention. The author, a psychologist by profession, has conducted a number of experiments over the years. She is most famous for the jam experiment; the one that showed people are more likely to be interested in more options but less likely to make a decision when faced with more options. The conclusion: less is more, well sometimes.

When an Apple gets dropped in a bar

Katie Hinderer | 20 April 2010

Speculation has been circling for months about what the newest generation will have on it. What will make it different from the previous iPhones.

Bronzing lotion; the tanning alternative

Katie Hinderer | 19 April 2010

But now, with the knowledge of how harmful extensive exposure to the sun can be for our skin; and how completely detrimental it can be to fake-bake in a tanning bed, people are turning to alternative more healthy options.

Twitter tries paid advertising

Katie Hinderer | 14 April 2010

This week Twitter has started experimenting with targeted advertising tweets. According to early reports, only 10% of users will be impacted by these non-requested messages that will show up in the newsfeed.

Why everyone should run a marathon

Katie Hinderer | 12 April 2010

Marathon training and the subsequent run is not just about crossing thefinish line. The battle to lace up the running shoes week after weekand the test of personal endurance is one that teaches a lot of lifelessons.

Glee’s catchy music and murky messages

Katie Hinderer | 09 April 2010

In the US most teens and young adults are breathlessly waiting for the return of Glee. The TV show, which is in its first season, has struck a cord with people across the country with its catchy songs and fun dance routines. It’s this winning combination that blinds so many people from the subtle but horrible messages being sent through the plot.

The lost art of dressing for the occasion

Katie Hinderer | 06 April 2010

many people do not know what is appropriate attire for various types of occasions.

March Archive

Consumers not sold on $500 iPad

Katie Hinderer | 30 March 2010

This Saturday the Apple iPad will hit stores and some customers whopre-ordered the new device already have the anticipation of knowingtheirs is in the mail about to arrive on their doorstep.

Ear piercings and the message they send

Katie Hinderer | 28 March 2010

In the city I live in, one of the local private all-girls high schools has decided to pass a new rule about earrings. Students are only allowed to have two ear piercings, per ear.

Color trends vary but coral is a favorite

Katie Hinderer | 26 March 2010

The fashion publication, InStyle identifies the various trends found around the world and surprisingly the results varied from place to place.

Google says no to China, censorship

Katie Hinderer | 24 March 2010

Google is no longer a verb in China, or at least as of this week it can’t be. The world’s leading search engine has pulled out of the world’s largest country. The problem: Censorship.

Cleaning out your makeup collection

Katie Hinderer | 18 March 2010

The makeup and the supplies you use to apply it aren't eternal. They do have a limited lifespan and whether the bottles, tins and tubes are empty or not you need to consider pitching the older stuff. This will help avoid infections as well as keep you looking fresh and beautiful.

Fashion - Wikipedia style

Katie Hinderer | 15 March 2010

Seeing the success of that venture, Madeline Veenstra, the managing director at Lola PR in Australia, has launched WikiFashion.

Men: How to buy for a woman

Katie Hinderer | 08 March 2010

Whether it's a holiday gift, birthday present, or a just-because purchase men struggle with knowing what to buy and where to go. Next time you're shopping try these basic tips to ease the stress.

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