I spend a lot of time shopping online—and it’s for work, really! (Well, most of the time!) Actually, it’s an important part of what I do here, keeping up with what’s going on in the e-tailing world. So I was thrilled to read the Hot 100 list from the trade pub Internet Retailer and see that we’ve covered many of their list of top e-tailers. [ More ]
While thoughts of holiday color combos—Christmasy red and green or Hanukkah blue and white are still very much on our minds (and probably tabletop and wrapping décor), Pantone, the primo authority on color, has just named it’s 2012 hue of the year. [ More ]
A lot of the drug stores in my neck of the woods are getting face-lifts. Sure, you can still get prescriptions filled and pick up tooth paste and shampoo, but while you're at it, you can grab something decent for dinner (a tasty heat-and eat entrée and tiramisu anyone?) from their fridge or freezer case. [ More ]
If you’ve ever wondered how we test the products we rate in ShopSmart, one of the best ways to find out is to watch the very awesome videos produced by our in-house TV team. They’ll take you behind the scenes, into the actual labs, to reveal our experts at work. [ More ]
Whether you’re itching for a massage or want to spruce up for the fall with a facial, don’t forget to book your spa treatments now as Spa Week approaches. As you may know, Spa Week allows you to enjoy full-service spa treatments at some of the finest spas across North America for just $50. [ More ]
Every time I do a TV show, I pick up a few great tips from the hair and makeup stylists who are on hand to tamp down the frizzies and pump up the eyes, lips, and other features for high-definition viewing. Here are some of the latest tricks I've picked up, and best of all—they're free! [ More ]
I have a friend—and she knows who she is!—who loves to lie in the sun. If the sun is out, so is she, baking in those rays for hours at a time. I keep warning her that her face is... [ More ]
