Baby Shower 411: Your Top Questions Answered


Updated 04/18/12 2:05 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Baby Shower Etiquette

Since there are just as many types of baby showers as there are moms-to-be, the etiquette behind hosting such an event can be a challenge. From who to invite, to how to invite them, and what to actually do once you're there, the range of "what's appropriate" varies depending on the honoree and her family/social circle, but there are some basic guidelines that everyone can adhere to. Here's our Read more

Secrets to Saving on Your 7 Favorite Indulgences


Updated 04/13/12 6:58 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Get Free Books, Magazines, Movies, and DVDs

We all have our weaknesses, and yours may be a Starbucks addiction or even an avid book reading habit. Although we advocate saving, we're also a big fan of being able to indulge on occasion. After all, if you keep denying yourself, it might be counterintuitive because you may end up buying on impulse. Here are some ways you can still enjoy your favorite purchases, yet save at the same Read more

A Guide to Wedding Festivities


Updated 04/12/12 10:22 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

How to Plan Wedding Parties

When a couple decides to get married, they aren't just signing up to host a wedding, they are also committing themselves to a lot of parties that happen along the way. An engagement party, shower, and bachelorette are all commonly associated with weddings. But with so many parties, it's hard to keep them all straight! That's why I've created this handy guide that explains everything you need to Read more

Toast to Arnold Palmer With His Signature Drink


Updated 03/26/12 1:55 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Arnold Palmer Drink

All of the news surrounding the Arnold Palmer Invitational this past weekend has us craving a tall glass of the ailing golfer's namesake drink. The refreshing combination of equal parts lemonade and iced sweet tea probably wasn't invented by Palmer himself, but the celebrated golfer certainly did his part to popularize it by ordering it time and time again at clubhouses. The story goes that Read more

Guerrilla Guide to the Holidays: Holiday Etiquette


Updated 11/11/11 12:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Guerrilla Guide to the Holidays: Holiday Etiquette

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! As the holidays approach (just seven weeks away!), you’re only getting more prepared. If you’ve been following our weekly Guerrilla Guide to the Holidays, you’ve already made your travel plans and selected the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. And it’s only the first week of November. Since you definitely Read more

Modern Etiquette: When Should I Hold a Housewarming Party?


Updated 06/21/11 1:47 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Tips For Throwing a Housewarming Party

Recently, Stacey reached out to us on our Facebook page with the following question: "Help! We just moved into our new house. Great, right? Well, our last place was very small and our new house is very big. We don't have a lot of furniture or even artwork up. Every box is unpacked. All of our friends have asked us if we are going to have a housewarming party. We want to but I don't know what the Read more

Reader Recipe: Azuki-Filled Mochi Cupcakes With Green Tea Frosting


Updated 03/16/11 3:20 AM · Posted by · 9 comments

Recipe For Mochi Cupcakes With Green Tea Frosting

Check out this delicious recipe for mochi cupcakes with green tea frosting from OnSugar blog Yoo Eatz: This week, my neighbor Jamie invited me to a Real Housewives-style lunch (sans crazy drama and plastic surgery) at her house with a couple other ladies from the block. Our other neighbor Cathy offered to whip up some of her delicious egg rolls and noodles, Jamie supplied her precious Lupicia Read more

Ask a Savvy Bride: I Don't Want to Compromise on Her Shower


Updated 05/30/11 6:20 PM · Posted by SavvySugar · 2 comments

How to Handle Cost of Co-Hosting a Bridal Shower

Wedding stress doesn't only affect the bride and groom as you can see in this special Ask a Savvy Bride question. Check out the answer below and if you have issues of your own, ask for help in the Ask Savvy group. Dear Savvy, I'm hosting a bridal shower with another bridesmaid in honor of our great friend who is getting married this Summer. She threw me a lovely shower when I was engaged and Read more

Our Facebook Fans Interview Royal Expert Jerramy Fine!


Updated 05/04/11 4:50 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Interview With Royal Expert Jerramy Fine

Today we hosted a live chat with royal expert Jerramy Fine, author of Someday My Prince Will Come and founder of Princess Prep in London. She's rubbed shoulders with Princess Anne, Earl Spencer, and the Duchess of York, and shared her valuable knowledge with us. Read our reader questions about the royal wedding and Jerramy's insightful answers below! Gi Jane: How do you think Kate will handle Read more

Jennifer Garner and Her Sparkly Butter Girls Reunite For an Exciting TIFF Evening


Updated 09/14/11 10:33 PM · Posted by · 14 comments

Pregnant Jennifer Garner Pictures at TIFF Butter Premiere

Jennifer Garner is making the most of her time in Toronto, and last night was all about her new film Butter, which had its big TIFF premiere. Pregnant Garner arrived in Canada on Monday, and she headed to The Weinstein Company's soiree that evening before joining up with her costars for a full Tuesday of press. Jennifer, Ashley Greene, Olivia Wilde, Alicia Silverstone, and their young castmate Read more