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The Dark Side of Suburbia

dailysugar — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:00:00 -0800

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Head to the box office. Donnie Darko director Richard Kelly debuts another spooky mystery today, The Box, starring Cameron Diaz and James Marsden as a white-picket pair caught in the crosshairs of a moral dilemma. If you prefer your thrills with laughs, see George Clooney play an army officer who uses his paranormal skills as part of a secret offensive in The Men Who Stare at Goats.

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Girls will be boys. The Olsen twins bring their sophisticated designs to JCPenney today with the launch of their juniors line, Olsenboye. Inspired by international teen trends, the casual sportswear and accessories will range from $20 to $50.

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Find comfort in diner classics. Award-winning chef and author of The French Laundry Cookbook Thomas Keller stirs a pinch of accessibility into his recipes today with the release of Ad Hoc at Home. A collection of family-style recipes inspired by his casual California restaurant, the volume will soothe your soul with dishes like buttermilk fried chicken, pineapple upside-down cake, and potato hash with bacon and melted onions.

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Embrace Warmer Climes and Clothes

shannoninsf — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 06:00:46 -0800

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Embark on a guilty pleasure trip. Watch the fifth season premiere of The Real Housewives of Orange County tonight on Bravo at 10 p.m. EST. The bronzed blondes are back for more fun and fights, along with a new wife in the clique.

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Celebrate the holiday that comes but twice a year. The Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale has begun, just in time for you to score discounts on Winter wardrobe staples like boots and coats and, if you're feeling generous, gifts for others too.

Save on the suite life. Book a stay at a participating Starwood hotel or resort for any trip before Jan. 18 and save up to 50 percent off of the regular rate. Just make your reservation by Tuesday, Nov. 10, and rest easy.

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Ladle Out Some Alphabet Soup

dailysugar — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:00:00 -0800

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Eat paper. The New Yorker is serving a feast of food writing with the release of Secret Ingredients, a book of yummy short stories, tell-alls, and poems from its archives. Delight in delicious words from famous faces, like Woody Allen on dieting the Dostoevski way and Steve Martin on menu mores. For a second course, pick up Cherries in Winter, Suzan Colón's memoir of finding hope in home cooking during hard times.

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Hold onto the family jewels. Piperlime has added jewelry to its kindred collection of footwear and ready-to-wear. From bold, beaded necklaces and eye-catching earrings to crave-worthy cuffs and sparkling cocktail rings, there's something at hand for every hand.

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New York-based toy and clothing designer KAWS has joined forces with Kiehl's to debut a limited-edition body cream labeled with his cartoonish imagery. 100 percent of profits go to nonprofit RxArt, which curates art installations in hospitals, so you can feel good inside and out.

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Get a Raditude Adjustment

shannoninsf — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 06:00:47 -0800

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Restart the party with some old friends. Pick up Raditude, Weezer's latest album, today. The fun-loving quartet's seventh record features eclectic guests like Lil Wayne and Jermaine Dupri. For another rollicking sing-along, check out Glee: The Music, Vol. 1, the first collection of the hit show's musical numbers.

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Let the others invade your living room. New mystery series V premieres tonight on ABC at 8 p.m. EST, starring Scott Wolf and Lost's Elizabeth Mitchell in an alien attack plot. For a more comforting look at the country, watch historical documentary By the People: The Election of Barack Obama on HBO at 9.

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Upgrade your kind kicks. Philanthropic shoe brand Toms spruces up its standard canvas slip-ons with luxe fabrics like silk and metallic linen for an exclusive holiday collection at Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman. As usual, for each pair sold, one pair will be donated to a child in need.

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Meet Your Paris Match

dailysugar — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:00:00 -0800

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Pay eau-mage to Paris. With notes of blackberry, damask rose, and sandalwood, Yves Saint Laurent's latest fragrance, Parisienne, exudes the femininity and sensuality of the City of Light. Fronted by the always mysterious Kate Moss, it captures the je ne sais quoi that both the iconic femme and French women are known for.

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Tee off. Très chic Los Angeles-based label Alex & Chloe's cheeky, graphic shirts are reduced 50 to 75 percent. From the bleeding Paris lettering to the "I'm too sexy for my shirt" lyric translated into French, the bold collection has wanderlust written all over it.

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Say "domo arigato." Osaka-based brand Master-Piece is sending its utilitarian chic style worldwide via an exclusive collection of bags for Opening Ceremony. The line includes two backpacks and two small messenger bags in supple colorblocked and sunny yellow suede that will last a lifetime.

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The Second Coming Arrives

dailysugar — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:00:00 -0700

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Punk will rise again. Tonight at 9 p.m. EDT, cast members from New Moon will join MTV for its first-ever Halloween special, Ulalume: Howling at New Moon. The televised music fest features performances by Paramore, AFI, Dead by Sunrise, and Kid Cudi, as well as an exclusive clip from the long-awaited vampire flick, The Twilight Saga: New Moon.

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Meet the blood brothers. Crime thriller Boondock Saints reunites with its cult following when sequel The Boondock Saints II: All Saints Day takes theaters today. Original vigilantes Norman Reedus and Sean Patrick Flanery are back, and Judd Nelson and Dexter's Julie Benz join the cast. Napoleon Dynamite director Jared Hess also returns with another eccentric teen comedy, Gentlemen Broncos, in select theaters.

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Curb your clutter. Today at The Container Store, organizing solutions for every room in the house can be yours for 20 percent off. To save online, enter the code SAVENOW at checkout, or to shop in store, print this coupon.

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Scare Up Some Glam Comfort

shannoninsf — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 06:00:22 -0700

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Let comedy give you the chills. Turn on NBC tonight starting at 8 p.m. EDT for special, all-new Halloween-themed episodes of Community, Parks and Recreation, The Office, and 30 Rock, and check out your favorite characters in costume.

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Dream fashionably. Built by Wendy, purveyor of girly, Americana style, has repurposed its classic, custom prints into unique floral pillow cases. The chic sets come with two matching cases.

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Get directions to a discount. Shop West Elm's sale and save up to 60 percent on newly reduced modern furnishings and accessories for the home, including pieces for the bedroom, kitchen, and bath.

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Iconic Style Meets the Rank and File

dailysugar — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 06:00:00 -0700

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All hail the king of pop. This Is It, a tribute to Michael Jackson's extraordinary life and career, moonwalks into theaters today, featuring rare behind-the-scenes footage of the icon's rehearsals for what would have been his final curtain call. Tickets are selling fast, so beat it!

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Take a note from a tastemaker. After 20 years churning out influential interior design glossies, Elle Decor is cracking the books with the release of Style and Substance: The Best of Elle Decor. With sneak peeks into the homes of Sarah Jessica Parker, Yves Saint Laurent, and Monique Lhuillier, to name a few, the book is an embarrassment of riches, full of inspiration and design advice for every budget.

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Give glam a go-round. Indian-born, American fashion designer Naeem Khan is bringing his red-carpet-ready style to the masses. Tune in tonight at 8 p.m. EDT to see the debut of his new Timeless collection for HSN. Full of silk and sequins, the line is equal parts classic and glitzy and ranges from $60 to $450.

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Get Into the Spirit

shannoninsf — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 06:00:30 -0700

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Belt it out, sister. Sweet-voiced rock siblings Tegan and Sara release their sixth album today, Sainthood, produced by Death Cab For Cutie's Chris Walla. But don't stop the folk there - alternative singer-songwriter Devendra Banhart also drops a new disc today, What Will We Be.

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Reacquaint your library with beloved writers. Original vampire chronicler Anne Rice returns to the page with Angel Time: The Songs of the Seraphim today. The supernatural suspense novel is the first title in a three-volume series that centers around a hit man who is urged from above to change his ways. John Irving also has a new title today: Last Night in Twisted River, a powerful father-son tale.

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Diamonds are a budget's best friend. Jewelry designer Stephen Dweck unveils his affordable bauble collection for QVC, Dweck Diamonds, today. The diffusion line is priced between $80 and $300, and features nature-inspired sterling silver and 14k gold pieces with diamond touches.

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Try Every Trick in the Book

dailysugar — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 06:00:00 -0700

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Give and ye shall read. Wicked author Gregory Maguire is revolutionizing the publishing industry with the release of his latest book, The Next Queen of Heaven. Under Concord Free Press, 2,500 copies of the title will be released for free to readers who make a voluntary donation to a needy cause. Only 100 copy requests will be granted each day while supplies last, beginning at 9 a.m. EDT. So snap to it and get your free read fast!

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Keep it under wraps. If you'd like to shield your literature from prying eyes, Book City Jackets are just the thing. Inspired by homemade grade school textbook covers, these recycled kraft paper jackets feature fantastical original illustrations by commissioned artists, making pretty camouflage for the Robert Pattinson biography you're reading.

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Step feet first into Fall. Today, Steve Madden is tossing you savings of up to 30 percent off of cute booties, strappy sandals, and everyday flats during its Fall Favorites Sale. Snag yourself some new boots now before your faves become full-price!

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