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March 2014

Beauty

Does Oil Pulling Work?

Dr. Bronner's Organic Coconut Oil

In short, yes. I tried this ancient Indian homeopathic method myself over the past month and I am already experiencing the benefits of oil pulling. I had my first cavity when I was 22 years old, and after having some very painful surgery to correct a bad filling, I was left with chronic jaw pain, extreme sensitivity on my right side of my mouth, and had developed a night clenching habit that caused me to wake up with a massive…

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DIY

DIY No Sew Turban Headband

DIY No Sew Turban Headband

I’ve made it no secret that I am a lover of the urban turban, not only for bad hair days, but as a hat sub in these freezing temps. After experimenting with a few methods, I present to you the easiest, most perfect DIY turban headband that requires no sewing whatsoever. Oh, and it re-purposes old garments! Wanna make own urban turban? You’ll need: 1 Old top, skirt, or dress with some stretch (cotton jersey will do) 1 pair of…

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Style News

10 Best L’Wren Scott Designs

L'Wren Scott in her Paris apartment

Designer and longtime girlfriend of Rolling Stones front man Mick Jagger L’Wren Scott was found dead this morning in her Manhattan apartment of apparent suicide. The 49 year old was found hanging by a scarf on a doorknob by her assistant who was asked via text by Scott herself to come over and let herself in with her key. In honor of the talented statuesque beauty, let’s take a look back at some of her most gorgeous creations:…

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Shopping,Style Guide

Killer Kimonos

kate moss kimono jacket

There is no better transitional weather outfit topper than the kimono jacket. Not only will a kimono effortlessly elevate a look, it goes with everything from skinny jeans to flowing maxi’s to fitted minis. Oh, and they were all over the runways so they are on trend for spring. Did I mention they are more comfortable than any light jacket hanging in your closet? Shop these killer kimonos! Chaser Sweaters · Anna Sui Jackets · Nasty Gal Jackets Will you…

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DIY

DIY Lamp Revamp

Lamp Update After

After about 15 years, this monkey lamp was looking a little dark and a little sad. It was living in the shadows at my mom’s house, and my recent move which came with a new dark corner for him to live in inspired me to give him a makeover and take him with me. I was never able to let him go; he’d gone through college with me, and I can’t resist the hear no evil speak no evil see…

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