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New App Lets You See the World in a Whole New Way
Obviously, I'm all about apps. Apps that help me take better photos, look better, and even find a cab in New York (it's possible). So if I had an app that turned my phone into a virtual Looking Glass — that let me see anything from apartments for rent to how high a building is just by holding up my phone to the horizon — I'd be all over it.
I'd Take My "Looking Glass" With Me Everywhere
I have come to realize how handy it is to have an iPhone attached to my hip at all times. Because of its fast Internet and cool apps, I can find almost anything, anytime, anywhere. But realistically, as awesome as it is, my iPhone can't tell me absolutely everything.
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Buzz Gift Guide: The Guy's Guy
I've gone over several holiday gift ideas, including suggestions for the geekier dude in your life — but what about the one who enjoys throwing back a couple beers with friends and reciting The Hangover? (OK, so I like to do that, too). He's a guy's guy, and for him I've picked out the full series of The Wire on DVD, an Ari Gold-inspired shot glass, and a t-shirt that pays tribute to the ultimate man's man, Bear Grylls.
Your Political Leanings May Determine What's on Your Plate
Everyone says that you are what you eat. But could your political party affiliation be the driver of what goes on your plate, too? That's what food trend analyst Phil Lempert (of koodie fame) is arguing.
Link Time!
- Are Amy and Blake getting remarried? — Handbag
- Eva Longoria Parker only gets sex on weekends — Company
- J-Lo is defying time with her hot new look — Elle UK
- Shilpa Shetty marries in bling-tastic style — InStyle UK
- Jude Law's taken to throwing fruit — Cosmopolitan UK
- This week’s major label releases — Hecklerspray
- The Joss Stone video she'd rather you didn't see — Holy Moly
- Questions from the weekend's X Factor — Grazia
- Britney’s ex Adnan is going to jail — theFABlife
- Get your glasses on, it's JLS in 3D — PopJustice
- Caption This: Bobby Trendy at the AMAs — Ayyyy
Product of the Day: I'm Not Staring at You Glasses
I know that staring is supposed to be rude, but what else am I supposed to do on my morning commute but look at cute guys, elegant women, and freakazoids? The freaks and women don't like it when I stare, but I don't think cute guys mind. The solution to this breach of etiquette?
Home Library: Majestic Metropolitan Living
Just a week after the fold of Metropolitan Home, I've got my hands on another city-centric design volume: Sue Hostetler's new book Majestic Metropolitan Living: Visionary Homes in the Heart of Cities. The shelter and design editor for magazines like Gotham, Hamptons, and LA Confidential, and the host of Plum Homes With Sue Hostetler on Plum TV (which "targets the most active, influential, and educated audience in the world"), Hostetler has tapped her cronies for tours of their unique and luxe urban dwellings.
The American dream of retiring to the pool and tennis courts in your countryside home is squashed by this book, which showcases a range of sprawling, real-life city homes.
The Cover Up App Masks Unpleasant Restroom Sounds
Picture this: You just had the date of your dreams, so when he invites you to his place for a little night cap, you immediately say yes without hesitation. After a glass of wine, your stomach starts rumbling and you realize that extra spicy Tandoori chicken dish maybe wasn't the best ordering option for your first date. Next thing you know, you're in his bathroom, wondering how you'll be able to drown out unwanted restroom noise.
Mom-Me Time: Pick Up a Copy of The Help
If mama's got a few minutes to herself and is looking for something that will take her mind to another world, she needs not look further than this gold and purple hardback book. The Help ($12) is a quick read that will steal her attention and her affection and leave her wanting more. Kathryn Stockett's first novel, the book about the relationships between mothers and the women that help them (nannies in particular) will have mommy laughing out loud, tearing up in the eyes, dog-earring pages with special passages and thinking about how she relates to some of the closest people in her life.
Rosemary Pear Sparkler
Choosing champagne or sparkling wine to celebrate the holiday season is a nice low-calorie alternative to spirits or beer, but when I'm craving a cocktail, a plain glass of Prosecco doesn't always do the trick.
If you're looking for a nice cocktail to enjoy this holiday season, try my refreshing rosemary pear sparkler. It makes a great aperitif, and the flavors of pear and rosemary really tie together the feelings of Fall.
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