Serving Alcohol at a Baby Shower: Do or Don't?


Updated 02/12/12 1:12 PM · Posted by · 21 comments

Serving Alcohol at a Baby Shower: Do or Don't?

It's not only wedding season, but it's also the season for showers! Over the weekend, I attended my first baby shower of the year, and I hate to say it, but the party was awkward. No alcohol was served, and the hostess proclaimed that since the guest of honor "couldn't have any fun and drink, none of us should." This declaration definitely put a damper on the mood, and I wondered what the other Read more

Some Like It Hot — Showers, That Is


Updated 10/14/11 11:51 AM · Posted by · 5 comments

Cold Showers vs. Hot Showers: The Health Benefits of Both

The other night I caught myself saying, "There's nothing quite like a hot shower." Yikes — what's happening to me? Have showers become the highlight of my existence, the pinnacle of pleasure? A typical shower for me consists of doing a usual routine under a blazing hot waterfall of water — certainly for more than the recommended 10-minute time limit (to prevent dry skin). So what's so wrong Read more

A Picture Perfect Daytime Bridal Shower


Updated 09/01/10 10:47 AM · Posted by partysugar · 4 comments

Pictures From a Bridal Shower

Readers, get excited: since I shared the invite and party plan, I wanted to show you how the actual event turned out. It was the first time I hosted a bridal shower and although it took some effort to put everything together, I'm happy to report it was a success! Here, you'll find all of the delicious details. Photos Courtesy of Erin Arago Read more

How to Make a Bridal Shower Invitation


Updated 08/09/10 9:29 AM · Posted by partysugar · 0 comments

How to Make a Bridal Shower Invite

One of my best friends is getting married, and I am a bridesmaid in her wedding. Thus, I have the wonderful pleasure of planning her bridal shower! It's going to be a simple, but elegant affair that reflects the bride's crafty, down-to-earth sensibility. Before I can even think about the menu and the decor, I must get the invites sent. I've created these purple and cream invites using a printer, Read more

Planning a Bridal Shower? Host a Brunch!


Updated 06/10/10 2:08 PM · Posted by partysugar · 3 comments

How to Plan a Bridal Shower Brunch

If you are planning a bridal shower, don't overlook brunch. It's a great time for a laid-back, female-oriented affair that's sure to be enjoyed by all ages. Last weekend, I attended a friend's bridal brunch and I was so impressed with the menu that I snapped photos to share with you. The three hostesses served an assortment of breakfast and lunch foods buffet-style. They combined homemade dishes Read more

Minutes to a Healthier You: Shorter Showers


Updated 10/14/11 11:49 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

How to Prevent Dry Skin

Itchy, flaky, dry skin is a common issue among fit women because they often shower twice a day — once in the morning, and once after a workout. The water washes away the natural oils in your skin that protect it from drying out. On top of that, now that cooler temps are moving in for many of us, we're indulging in longer, hotter showers to warm us up, which dries our skin out even more. If you Read more

4 Custom Baby Showers Including Free Downloads


Updated 04/06/11 2:05 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Free Baby Shower Downloads

We're celebrating mamas-to-be with extensive baby shower coverage throughout the entire month of April, which includes showing off some of our favorite custom LilSugar baby showers. From a sibling soiree, to one meant for multiples, and a sip and see fete to an heirloom event, we've created unique themes to reflect current shower trends. So without further adieu, we will kick off the festivities Read more

Four Fabulous Fetes: Complete Baby Showers


Updated 04/18/11 11:08 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Free Baby Shower Downloads 2009-05-08 05:00:00

We're celebrating mamas-to-be with extensive baby shower coverage throughout the entire month of April. From a sibling soiree to one meant for multiples and a sip and see fete to an heirloom event, we've created unique themes reflect the state of the economy and societal trends. So without further adieu, we will kick off the festivities with these planned events which offer the host options of Read more

An Inside Look at Molly Sims's Baby Shower


Updated 05/17/12 9:17 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Molly Sims Baby Shower

Molly Sims has less than a month to go until her baby boy arrives, and her friends and family celebrated her coming attraction with a glam, sunny shower. The garden lunch included some amazing shower activities, Layla Grayce goodie bags for guests, and lots of love showered on the mom-to-be. Keep clicking to check out the party and beautiful, stylish Molly. Source: Gia Canali Read more

5 Steps to Your Best Blowout Ever


Updated 05/24/12 6:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Do a Blowout at Home

We're happy to present this story from our friends at Allure: It's not every day you get a lesson in blowouts from Alli Webb, founder of the Drybar blowout bars. Rule number one: If you've gotten your blowouts down to 10 minutes, you're doing something wrong. (Sorry!) Webb gave me the rundown on the other most common styling mistakes — and how to get the ultimate results. Get her advice when Read more