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BEAUTY 911: Warm Up for Winter

My skin is soo pale! What can I do to add some color without looking totally fake?

First, don't you dare step into a tanning salon. We've got tons of tan alternatives for you.

Bronzer can add a sunny boost to most skin tones. Don't go for all-over glow, though. Sweep it on where the sun would naturally give ya color—cheeks, chin, forehead and down your nose.

Physicians Formula Organic Wear Bronzer, $11, target.com

If you just want a hint of color, opt for a blush-bronzer combo (blonzer?). Brush it on the apples of your cheeks and blend!

Benefit Dallas, $28, benefitcosmetics.com

Tinted moisturizer adds a tiny bit of all-over color. Mix it with your regular lotion if you think it's too dark. Don't forget to find a formula with SPF.

Kiss My Face Natural Tinted Moisturizer in Clay, $10, drugstore.com

Whether you opt for bronzer or tinted moisturizer, a shiny pink gloss is the perfect finishing touch. Love it!

Super Shimmer Lip Gloss, $10, sephora.com

BY JIAE K. ON 1/1/2009 1:00:00 AM 52 COMMENTS

Out-there Nail Colors

I get so jealous when I see people wearing really cute out-there nail polish. I want to try it but I'm scared that I can't pull it off. Any tips?

Sometimes crazy nail polish is all you need to go from bland to glam. So don't be scared to try crazy out-there colors. Just remember to keep nails short—bright talons are kinda scary.

So you don't want coal in your stocking, but once we spotted Lauren Conrad's deep gray nails, we decided we're all about charcoal manis.

Opi Baby It's Coal Outside, $6, brightonbeautysupply.com

Don't wanna go dark? Poppy will be poppin' for spring, so get a jumpstart and be a total trendsetter.

Mon Cherie Cordial, $6, dashingdiva.com

If you're feeling festive, gold or silver glittery polish are glam (and seasonal!).

Boots No. 7 Stay Perfect Nail Colour in Golden Pearl, $5, cvs.com

We've seen a couple cool, fashion forward manis lately (like houndstooth!). Try out black and white polka dots for a fun look.

If you're gonna go over-the-top with your tips, keep the rest of your outfit simple but pretty. Gorgeous!

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BY JIAE K. ON 12/25/2008 7:00:00 AM 65 COMMENTS

Last-minute gifts for your fashionable BFFs

Saving your holiday shopping till the last second? Get on it, girl! Here are our ideas for fun (and cheap!) gifts for your besties, no matter what their style. These pretty prezzies are all under $25. Check ‘em out—and share your great gift ideas with the GL girlies!

Milk and Her Cookie BFF, $17, forever21.com

Perfect for: The sweetie who lives in clever tees.

Peabody Round Sunglasses, $24, urbanoutfitters.com

Perfect for: The vintage vixen. She worships all things classic!

Women's Printed Flannel Sleep Pants, $12, oldnavy.com

Perfect for: The movie buff. She’s gonna spend winter break watching DVDs, might as well be cute and comfy while doing it!

AE Rose Quartz Pendant, $16, ae.com

Perfect for: The girly girl. Simple, but gorgeous jewels are just her thang.

Dahlia Flower Headband in Black, $8, lulus.com

Perfect for: The fashionista who covets Blair Waldorf’s wardrobe.

BY JIAE K. ON 12/18/2008 7:00:00 AM 61 COMMENTS

Pretty Holiday Makeup

Help! I have no clue what kind of makeup to wear for my dance next week! Do you have any ideas?

For the holiday season, we’re totally hooked on amazing, metallic eyes. Silver and gold are classic but copper and bronze look glam, too. Here are two of our fave looks for the season!

Swipe on a shimmery gold shadow from lash line to crease. Apply a little the inner corner of your eye for some extra glow.

bareMinerals Glimmer, $13, ulta.com

Add two coats of your fave mascara.

Maybelline Mascara in Glam Black, $7, cvs.com

Paint your pout with a shiny gloss. Look for a color that looks natural on your lips!

If you’re more of a silver sister, start by picking a shade that nails the look you want. Glittery platinum feels young and fresh while darker silvers (think: gunmetal gray) look moodier.

If you wanna go light, opt for NYX Cosmetics Chrome Eyeshadow in Platinum ($5, nyxcosmetics.com) or go dark by snapping up their shade of charcoal.

Silver looks awesome used as a way-wide liner. Apply it with a brush and keep it as close to the lash line as possible. Add mascara.

During the holidays, don’t be scared to reach for red. Silvery eyes look great with cheery cherry lips. Make sure to pick a lipstick or gloss that’s glossy or matte—but definitely not shimmery. Going glittery on eyes and lips is a little too much.

Plumping Lip Gloss in Red, $8, sephora.com

Polish off your outfit by getting extra-pretty nails. Darker dresses look great with holly red nails or a light gold. If your outfit is bright and busy, opt for plain polish like black or sheer pink.

Goldie Nail Lacquer in Rumors, $9, bathandbodyworks.com

BY JIAE K. ON 12/4/2008 4:57:00 PM 47 COMMENTS

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Do you have a green thumb? There are so many great reasons to get outside and start your very own garden this spring. Which is your fave?

It's great exercise, time flies when your having fun!
It's really creative, I love to plot out where everything will be!
It's nice to have your own fruits and veggies to eat, yum!
It's pretty, who doesn't love seeing flowers?
It's soo not my thing! Green thumb? I have two thumbs and they are both staying indoors, away from dirt and bugs!

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