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relationships

Your Summer Long-Distance Relationship Survival Kit

Spending the entire season apart from your love is, well, a Summer bummer.

Spending the entire season apart from your love is, well, a Summer bummer. Maybe you're braving the distance because one of you is studying abroad or going on a long trip — or maybe you're part of the permanent LDR club. Either way, one way to keep the love strong is with meaningful goodies as gifts. Put them all together as a sweet package, or mail them separately for surprises that keep on coming. Ahead, check out finds that'll make the break bearable until you see each other again.

career

Show Off Your Personality at Your Next Job Interview

There's no doubt about it — everyone wants to stand out at a job interview.

There's no doubt about it — everyone wants to stand out at a job interview. And one of the easiest ways to do that (besides being awesome, of course) is by how you look, because we all know the power of a first impression. So the next time you reach for that stuffy black suit because it's what you're supposed to wear, consider additions that will make all the difference in letting your fun personalty shine though.

We hope these subtle touches, no matter what the job, will make you ready to rock the interview and land the gig in no time.

  • Dorothy Perkins Geo-Print Jacket ($44, originally $79): Blazers don't have to equal boring! Go for a print that's unique yet not too bold for an interview.
  • Campo Marzio Document Holder ($25): Carrying documents can be chic when you tote them around in a colorful case that pops.
  • Kate Spade Stud Earrings ($38): Consider stud earrings your interview jewelry go-to, especially ones in a beautiful hue.
  • Jeffrey Campbell Cap Toe Pumps ($148, originally $185): Heels with a subtle touch of flair, like a rose-gold cap, bring sophistication to a new level.
  • Vincent Longo Lipstick ($23): Sure, you shouldn't put on a full face of makeup for a job interview, but you can never go wrong with a light touch of color on the lips.
  • Paper Source Painted Garden File Folders ($11): Rule number one: always bring your résumé to the interview. Rule number two: always carry it in a pretty (nonmanila) folder.
summer

Your Ultimate Summer Produce Guide

Along with Summer comes bathing suits, fireworks, and, of course, delicious produce.

Along with Summer comes bathing suits, fireworks, and, of course, delicious produce. Can't you just picture biting into juicy fruits and crisp veggies? Luckily you don't have to wait any longer! The time is here to savor sweet watermelons, avocados, peaches, and more. Take a look at what to expect this season and get ready to hit the farmers markets with more than one tote in hand.

savory sights

Savory Sight: Santa Fe Tuna Salad

For the hot days up ahead, this Santa Fe tuna salad from foxeslovelemons is a perfect go-to dish.

For the hot days up ahead, this Santa Fe tuna salad from foxeslovelemons is a perfect go-to dish. Enjoy it as is, in a pita wrap, or served on top of a bed of mixed greens — you choose!

This salad is actually tasty all year round, but it's best in the Summer, with fresh in-season corn, juicy cucumbers, and from-the-garden basil.

For more — including the recipe — visit her blog, and then be sure to share your food photos via Savory Sights on POPSUGAR Social or by starting your own blog. If you're on Instagram, then chime in on the conversation with the hashtag #savorysight.

celebrity chefs

Celebrity Chef Social Snaps From the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen

Just because you aren't at the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen doesn't mean you have to experience fear of missing out.

Just because you aren't at the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen doesn't mean you have to experience fear of missing out. Get a taste of the food festival by looking through our editors' own on-the-ground photos or snaps taken by the celebrity chefs themselves. Ahead, check out a fun (albeit envious) batch of social snaps from names like José Andrés, Jacques Pépin, and Mario Batali. Have you ever seen so many famous chef faces in the same place at the same time?

Father's Day

Father's Day Flashback: What Dad Was Like According to Vintage Ads

So you've sorted through pictures of dad to see what he was like back in the day — how he dressed and wore his hair.

So you've sorted through pictures of dad to see what he was like back in the day — how he dressed and wore his hair. Well, this Father's Day, there's another way to get a peek at his retro style: with throwback fashion ads. Trust us when we say we've gathered the good, the bad, and the cringeworthy that promote everything from colored jeans to old-school onesies. Click on to see what dad might've looked like, for better or for worse.

Breakfast

Celebrate Dad With a Decadent Breakfast Buffet

This Father's Day, kick off the celebration the right way — with a top-notch breakfast.

This Father's Day, kick off the celebration the right way — with a top-notch breakfast. Whether you bring him breakfast in bed or serve up a buffet-style gathering, these delectable dishes are guaranteed to show him, and his stomach, how much you care. Now's the time to repay the love for all those times he made you scrambled eggs in the morning before school. He deserves the best, so why shouldn't you go all out?

Affordable Decor

50 Summer Switch-Ups — All Under $50!

When it comes to summertime, we like our home decor just like the season: easy and breezy.

When it comes to summertime, we like our home decor just like the season: easy and breezy. That's why we're looking to simple switch-ups (think punchy pillows and nautical knots) that will make a big difference. When you've got a home that's ready for warm-weather entertaining, who needs the beach anyway? Ahead, check out 50 affordable pieces that will have you swinging into Summer stat.

weekly recap

The Best of POPSUGAR Food This Week

Delish dishes for hot Summer weather Sneak a peek at the goings-on at the Aspen Food & Wine Classic Celebrate National Candy Month with mouthwatering treats 10 family cookbooks for dads, by dads How to get Girl Scout cookies in your coffee A magical and meatless mochi-kale recipe The perfect boxed lunch for warm-weather picnics Honey-baked nectarines: a fast and easy Summer treat

summer

The Dos and Don'ts of Summer Flings

Ah, Summer — a time for ice cream sundaes, days at the beach, and, for some people, Summer flings.

Ah, Summer — a time for ice cream sundaes, days at the beach, and, for some people, Summer flings. They can be sticky, since they're somewhere between a one-night stand and a full-fledged relationship. We've broken down how to have a Summer fling and now we're bringing you dos and don'ts. Do soak it all in, don't turn into a mermaid (we'll get to that in a minute), and above all, do have fun.

party planning

6 Swedish Recipes For a Memorable Midsummer Soiree

Ever wanted to celebrate Christmas in the Summer?

Ever wanted to celebrate Christmas in the Summer? For the Swedish, there is such a thing (or it comes pretty darn close). Midsummer is a big celebration where friends and family gather on the Friday and Saturday between June 19 and 26 every year to celebrate the Summer solstice. There are songs, dancing, and, of course, fabulous food. If you're planning your own Midsummer soiree, you'll want to have all the right finger-licking dishes. Ahead, check out six recipes that will get you in the full-blown festive spirit — sans Santa hat.

savory sights

Savory Sight: Kale Salad With Tahini Dressing

Give the kale craze another go with a seasonal raw salad from GraceDickinson that's drizzled with creamy tahini dressing.

Give the kale craze another go with a seasonal raw salad from GraceDickinson that's drizzled with creamy tahini dressing.

'Tis the season for raw kale.

For more — and the recipe — visit her blog, and then be sure to share your food photos via Savory Sights on POPSUGAR Social or by starting your own blog. If you're on Instagram, then chime in on the conversation with the hashtag #savorysight.

nostalgia

These '90s Commercials Are All That (and a Bag of Chips)

Sure, we all had our favorite shows growing up — Rugrats, anyone?

Sure, we all had our favorite shows growing up — Rugrats, anyone? — but some of the best things to come out of '90s TV were the commercials. How could we ever forget phrases like "Ch-ch-ch-chia" and "The colors, Duke. The colors!"? It's easy to get lost for hours surfing the web for '90s advertising gold, which is what we've happily agonizingly done to bring you the best of the best, a few even starring names like Aaron Paul and Leighton Meester. Ahead, check out some of the greatest commercials the world has ever seen. Yeah, they're that good.

career

Things to Never Say (Out Loud) At Work

"Umm, I guess I'll try to help you with that."

"Umm, I guess I'll try to help you with that." Even if you've never said that entire sentence, you may still be guilty of saying at least one or two of those words at work. The thing is, we get so comfortable at the office, it's hard to notice words that slip out that are better left unsaid. From "WTF" to "whatever" it's time to say "see ya" to office speak that sounds downright unprofessional or like you're not trying your best.

Here are a few of our no-nos.

Do you have any you've sworn off?

summer

30 Hot Ideas For the Single Girl's Summer Bucket List

There's no better time to be a single gal than in the Summer — am I right?

There's no better time to be a single gal than in the Summer — am I right? Just think of all the people waiting to be met and all the fun to be had. And forget needing a partner to enjoy the season — you can have the best time ever with friends or even by your awesome self. But any Summer-loving single girl knows that a bucket list is a must before the months fly by. Here, we've rounded up some seriously awesome ideas to make this your best Summer yet. That's what being a free spirit's all about, isn't it? Check 'em out, and get ready to flap those wings in the sun.

summer

Summer Concert Guide: See Which Artists Are Touring

Bonnaroo kicks off this weekend, and if that's getting you excited for Summer music, we have a guide to the biggest concert tours to see in the upcoming months.

Bonnaroo kicks off this weekend, and if that's getting you excited for Summer music, we have a guide to the biggest concert tours to see in the upcoming months. With megastars like Justin Timberlake and Jay-Z teaming up, Beyoncé's Mrs. Carter Show world tour, and lots of rock legends on the road, trust us when we say these are musical performances you don't want to miss. Click through to get the scoop on dates, opening acts, and more.

relationships

The Ultimate Summer Couples Bucket List

There's a reason John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John felt so strongly about Summer lovin'.

There's a reason John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John felt so strongly about Summer lovin'. After all, the season's about turning up the heat and spending the hot sticky months with someone you love. Get on your way with a bucket list packed with fun and playful suggestions for a sexy Summer, be it in the bedroom or the great outdoors. With just three months left to check them off, what are you waiting for? Check out the ultimate Summer bucket list for couples now!

relationships

From Piñatas to Pig Candy, 20 Brilliant Breakup Gifts

What do Ryan Gosling and Stress Ball Paul have in common?

What do Ryan Gosling and Stress Ball Paul have in common? They're both ready and willing to help ease the pain of a breakup. For a friend who's going through the hard time, get her one of these awesome, sometimes-silly gifts. Whether she's the dumper or the dumpee, the finds will put a band-aid on her heart and a smile on her face. Get clicking, and let the girls' nights begin!

Dating

Hilarious Craigslist Missed Connections

If there's one fail-proof source of entertainment online, then consider it the Missed Connections posts on Craigslist, where people declare their love for strangers they've encountered in passing.

If there's one fail-proof source of entertainment online, then consider it the Missed Connections posts on Craigslist, where people declare their love for strangers they've encountered in passing. Sure, there are some really adorable ads, but let's be honest: we troll browse the section for the utterly ridiculous postings that give us a laugh. Here are a few of our favorites that need no introduction, and to make them even better, we've paired them with awesome pictures to tell the story. You're welcome.

You: gorgeous with blue eyes. Me: in your dumpster. -w4m

"You're hot. I mean, one of the hottest guys I've seen in Portland, easily. If you'd found me on a fun night out, when I'd had a few drinks in me and a lot more makeup on me, I'd have marched right up to you and told you so. But alas, dear missed connection, you found me in the trash.

You said hi, and I locked up and spewed a weak 'what's up?' What the f*ck, brain? You muttered something about cleaning house and dumped a terrarium containing one dessicated cricket. I thought about asking if your pet died, but the socially conscious portions of my brain told me that would be a bad idea. Maybe your pet was the cricket? I'm sorry for your loss, and I'm willing to comfort you with open legs.

Also, I found a cup containing $9. Buy you a drink?"

Keep reading for more Missed Connections!

Music

The Ultimate '80s Wedding Reception Playlist

Whether you grew up in the '80s or not, one thing's for sure: the music from that decade features plenty of upbeat tunes to get down to, especially if you have a wedding — and wedding reception playlist — to plan.

Whether you grew up in the '80s or not, one thing's for sure: the music from that decade features plenty of upbeat tunes to get down to, especially if you have a wedding — and wedding reception playlist — to plan. If you're looking to bring a good time (and some dance-offs) to your big day, then we've got the ultimate playlist for you. From "Mickey" to Madonna and Michael Jackson classics, check out the songs that are guaranteed to get guests up off their feet all night long.