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Gear Review: Look Pedal Keo Blade Cromoly

Susi May — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 04:00:44 PST

Biking is a gear heavy sport, and gear with carbon fiber is often coveted by cyclists because the fiber is lightweight, yet sturdy, shaving ounces off frames, seat posts, and cranks. When you’re climbing long steep hills on a two-wheeled machine, it seems like you can feel every ounce as you pedal against gravity's pull. Carbon fiber holds an idealized spot for cyclists, and any gear made with it often holds a hefty price tag. Sometimes you can feel the difference, and frankly, sometimes you can’t.

Look Cycle, a cycling company associated with pedal innovation, sent me a set of its new carbon fiber pedal: the Keo Blade Cromoly ($319). The axle is made of cromoly, a steel alloy, but Look makes a fancier version with a titanium axle too. Designed to be lightweight and safer, these blades come with a hefty price tag - but are they worth it? Read on to see.

Drugstore Challenge & Review of PhotoReady Foundation

OnSugar Blog — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:00:11 PST

Here's an excerpt from OnSugar blog I'll Take One in Every Color Please.

So here is my Drugstore Challenge look. I just picked up Revlon's PhotoReady in Natural Beige after avoiding it for so long. I finally caved when it was BOGOF at Rite Aid. I am not a huge fan of liquid foundations so this was a stretch for me. I usually use a tinted moisturizer or a mineral foundation. On with the review... click for review and pictures

Come Party With Me: Passover - The Look & Music

partysugar — Sat, 31 Mar 2007 05:19:41 PDT

After the meal, the most important aspect of your Passover dinner is the table you will gather around to eat on. The meal is so traditional that I think a modern, chic, table adorned with a simple candle and flower scheme is the key. A beautiful set table will make the dinner feel more like a celebration and get guests in the mood for some delicious food. To get inspired by my decor ideas that include soft glowing lighting, smooth soulful music,

To ensure that the table is the center of focus clean up the rest of your dining room and remove clutter. Light long white taper candles and arrange on the outside of the room for warmth.
Set the table in a beautiful dark blue satin tablecloth and long white damask runner.

Run a row of simple glass votive holders all the way down the middle of the table.
Arrange blue flowers in low square vases and place in between the candles.

Leave a spot in the middle of the table for the Seder plate.
Set with your special china and silverware and linen napkins.

If you have a large number of people coming to dinner make placecards like these by folding a 3-8 inch piece of cardstock in half. Write the name of each guest on the front in your fanciest handwriting and cut a small hole at the crease. Slide a flower (use one of the blue ones from your arrangement to keep things uniform) through the hole and place on each person's plate.
Create a playlist with Hebrew music. Pair one instrumental cd (like David Yakobian) with one lyrical cd (like Jacob Balshan) and hit random for a selection of festive, interesting music.

How are you decorating your table for Passover and what will you be listening to?

The Look Of The Governors Ball

partysugar — Thu, 22 Feb 2007 11:43:17 PST

While we have to wait until Sunday to see what all of the stars will be wearing at the Oscars, I've been giving you a sneak peek of the recipes that will be served at the Academy Awards official after party, the Governors Ball all week long. As if knowing what the celebs will be eating wasn't enough, I've found some awesome pictures of the decorations at the event space. The Governors Ball is held in the Grand Ballroom on the top level of the Hollywood & Highland Center and is put on by Sequoia Productions (an event planning firm based out of Los Angeles). The decor is set in beautiful shades of white, cream, gold, butter, and burgundy with low lighting, wood details, thousands of candles, and fresh flowers everywhere. To take a peek at a gallery of photos of the actual decor plus lots of images of the food as well as Puck and his crew practicing the menu,

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Off To Market Recap: Centerpiece

partysugar — Wed, 21 Feb 2007 12:58:12 PST

I'm always in search of beautiful new centerpiece ideas to jazz up my regular old table or bring my party table settings to the next level. A few weeks ago I asked you to help me out and share your best centerpiece suggestions. You saved your favorite floral/foodie designs in the Yum Market on TeamSugar and tagged them with the keyword Centerpiece, here are what I consider to be the most gorgeous centerpieces:

DesignRchic found this exquisite, modern, geometric candle centerpiece. One of my rules when dressing a table is to create as many levels, layers, and textures as possible to attract and tantalize the eye. This centerpiece does so all by itself. To add more depth I could use colored votives and place it on a vibrant tablecloth.

Two more creatively cool centerpieces so

Top Yum Market-er rubialala discovered two (!) aesthetically pleasing centerpieces that are each very distinct. The first is a 4-in-1 vase that can hold flowers, floating candles, shiny rocks, or tiny fruits. Don't those roses look spectacular? I have to confess I totally fell in love with this centerpiece and may purchase it for my vase collection.

The second centerpiece that fab finder rubialala submitted is appropriately in time for Chinese New Year. This shiny bronzed pig is absolutely adorable and perfect for adorning your table in a little Chinese New Year bling.

Thanks for participating gals! For more information on how to bookmark on TeamSugar please read geeksugar's helpful hints.

Looks of the Week!

Laura Marie Given — Sun, 27 May 2012 04:00:54 PDT

This week, our Fab Community stuck to striking neon pieces and bright, mixed prints. From cropped floral pants to polka-dot skinny jeans, our readers proved that bold bottoms work well with both neutrals and patterns. Whether mini or maxi, skirts were full of volume and paired with simple tops in classic shapes. High heels and structured handbags topped off the looks, adding a refined element to the colorful prints. Here are our favorites: florals and spots, neo(n)-bohemian, floral love, siren twist, '60s sweater, dress to impress, neon dots, sequins and ruffles, date night, and icky pop. Congrats all!

Classy Ladies: 26 Actresses Who Are College Grads

TresSugar — Sun, 27 May 2012 12:37:07 PDT

School's almost out for Summer. As kids enjoy sun-kissed freedom and new college grads look for jobs, these famous women may reminisce about their school days. While some of these women got their degrees before they hit it big, a chance to be normal is a common reason for celebs to put their careers aside and start college. What's not the norm? Graduating. Check out these 26 actresses who have.

TrèsSugar's Ultimate Wedding Guide

Tara Block — Sun, 27 May 2012 12:36:16 PDT

Ready or not, wedding season is here - and chances are you're taking part in it in one way or another. Whether you're a guest, a bridesmaid, a sister of the bride, or the one walking down the aisle, questions and concerns are bound to come up. And we're here to help! Here on TrèsSugar, we hope to be the spot where you can come for answers to your wedding-related relationship dilemmas, modern trends and inspiration to make your big day unique, etiquette breakdowns for everyone involved in the big day, history of traditions in the US and around the world, and much, much more. So take a look at the best of our wedding coverage now - from the proposal to the honeymoon and everything in between!

The Cannes Film Festival Comes to a Glamorous Close

Katie Henry — Sun, 27 May 2012 12:02:47 PDT

Diane Kruger graced the red carpet at the closing ceremonies of the Cannes Film Festival today. She was among the juror panel that presented director Michael Haneke's Amour with this year's Palme d’Or, the competition's top prize. Diane kept with her black and white theme and for her final red carpet appearance she chose a formal Christian Dior ball gown. She complimented the look with minimal jewelry, and showed no signs of the $45,000 engagement gift necklace Joshua Jackson reportedly purchased for her during their stay in France.

Alec Baldwin and his fiancée Hilaria Thomas joined Diane, Adrien Brody, Ewan McGregor and Jean Dujardin were also on hand for a screening of Therese Desqueyroux, the festival's final event. It was an exciting week of fashion, entertainment, A-list parities, and hot couples, but if you missed any of the star-studded moments be sure to check out all the photos from the Cannes Film Festival!

100 Hot Celebrity Summer Vacation Pictures!

Lauren Turner — Sun, 27 May 2012 11:27:51 PDT

Memorial Day weekend is here, marking the unofficial start of Summer. Celebrities love to enjoy the warmer weather by getting away to tropical locales, checking out city parks, or flying overseas with family, so we're taking a look at some of their best trips. Matt Damon and Brad Pitt hung around Lake Como together in 2004, while Jessica Alba and Cash Warren escaped to Mexico in 2005. Jessica Simpson celebrated her 30th birthday with Eric Johnson in Italy, and Adriana Lima took her daughter to Miami last July. Click through to see all the awesome getaways as you celebrate the long weekend.