You may vow to skip takeout in favor of cooking every weeknight dinner, but let's face it: regardless of how much you like to cook, if you've got a busy schedule, you probably don't want to spend hours in the kitchen every night. The secret? According to Allie Lewis Clapp, food director of Real Simple magazine and editor of the new book Real Simple: Easy, Delicious Home Cooking, the secret sauce Read more

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There are a lot of fireplaces out there that have been closed up and cautious landlords who don't permit using working ones. Even for those of us who can use our fireplaces, they sit untouched at least six months of the year. Well, after you've taken my lesson on cleaning your fireplace, there are a few things you can do to spruce up your hearth and keep it looking from barren. Real Simple Read more

When it comes to fun, playful wedding ideas, a superhero theme is every comic fan's dream come true. Whether you're hoping for simple, subtle touches or all-out comic book mania, we've rounded up creative ideas to help you channel your favorite characters. From real wedding inspiration to affordable Etsy finds, here are 20 festive ways to channel your favorite superheroes on the big day. Read more

We're happy to present this Earth Month-inspired article from one of our favorite sites, Real Beauty. We've helped you reuse your old products and make DIY face masks, but adopting an eco-beauty routine can still be intimidating. Here are a few simple steps you can start taking today. More stories from RealBeauty.com: Rain-Proof Your Makeup Read more

Over 2,500 fashion-loving readers voted in this year's Oscars Best Dressed bracket, and the runaway winner is . . . Gwyneth Paltrow in Tom Ford! The statuesque stunner chose an elegant white gown with an asymmetric neckline, but the real statement-maker was her floor-length cape, which was draped over her shoulders. Gwyneth kept everything else simple, showing that restraint is often the key to a Read more

Some vagabonds plaster images of far-off locales on their walls as a representation of their travel "bucket list," but being the ultimate Star Wars fanatic, the sad fact is you'll never get to step foot onto Hoth or Tattooine in real life. Visiting a few of the actual Star Wars filming locations will have to suffice until science figures out that whole warp speed thing. In the meantime, you can Read more

Ashley Olsen stepped out of NYC's Greenwich Hotel yesterday afternoon in matching jeans and top. She finished off the look with a pair of simple Birkenstocks, but her bag was the real head-turner — Ashley was carrying one of The Row's new handbags, specifically the most expensive item in the collection! Ashley has on the crocodile backpack that retails for over $39,000. Mary-Kate and Ashley Read more

Mila Kunis and Justin Timberlake get flirty for Elle's August issue and in their upcoming release Friends With Benefits. The pair sat down and shared what they consider to be the perfect first day, the idea of friends sleeping together, and their nude scenes, to which Mila complimented Justin on his "fine ass." Mila and Justin have shot down rumors of a real-life fling, and while Mila's been Read more

We're so used to seeing photos of stars from the front, we neglect to mention what's going on in the back. We're talking updos, and on Oscars night, there were plenty to inspire. Some stars chose simple chignons, while others brought in real gems. Check out what I mean now. Read more