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Casa Quickie: Try Toothpaste

CasaSugar — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 06:15:33 -0700

Out of silver polish? In a pinch? You can use white toothpaste to clean the tarnish off your silver instead! Just run the silver under warm water and work the paste into a foam and then rinse it off. Since the toothpaste is more abrasive than polish, a little goes a long way - you don't need to use much. And, if there are any stubborn black spots in nooks and crannies, you can actually use a toothbrush (an old one) to get rid of them.

Technicolor Toys: Silver Gadgets and Accessories

GeekSugar — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 01:44:43 -0700

There's a silver lining to all lustrous and grayish gadgets outside of their technical function - they are sleek, sophisticated, and sexy. From the aluminum MacBook Pro and MacBook Air to the cheeky Clocky chrome to the practical but chic BlackBerry Curve, silver gadgets are professional, androgynous, and attractive. To see some of my favorite gleaming gizmos, check out the selection below.

We're going to show you a whole rainbow of gadgets, gizmos, and accessories this month to support creative back-to-school shopping, so log on tomorrow to see what bright delights we showcase!

Which Lily Allen Festival Makeup Do You Like Better?

BellaSugarUK — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 04:30:00 -0700

At Glastonbury, Lily Allen sported different wigs and pink futuristic metallic makeup around her eyes. However, over the weekend at the Roskilde Festival in Denmark, she swapped her pink shade for liquid silver. Which colour eye makeup do you think looks funkier on Lily?

I Love Your ShopStyle: Killer Color Combo

FabSugar — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 07:00:08 -0700

Right when I saw ddtigreiss's creation, I said, "What a killer color combo." Think about it - on their own, black, orange, and silver are great, but put them together and BAM! In this pairing, black lends seriousness, silver shine, and orange vivaciousness. One hue would not be the same without the other . . . it's a ménage à trois, for colors.

Snap Judgment: Silver or Gold?

FabSugar — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 07:50:22 -0700

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How-To: Keep Your Flatware Drawer Tidy

CasaSugar — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 09:00:35 -0800

Over the holidays, some of my friends housesat for us for a few days. When I have someone stay at my house, I try to make it as tidy and welcoming as possible, and one of my go-to tasks is tidying and cleaning the flatware drawer. It's rather disconcerting, in my opinion, to open a drawer, looking for a spoon for your ice cream, and find yourself staring at a messy and crumb-filled flatware drawer.

To see my tips for keeping your flatware drawer tidy, read more.

Start by purging your drawer of all mismatched, mangled, or shabby-looking silverware. Send any decent, but mismatched, silver to a local thrift shop or charity.
Remove any non-silverware items from the drawer. Measuring cups, spatulas, and other kitchen utensils should be placed in a separate drawer or container.
Take out all silverware and give it a good rub-down with this non-toxic polish.
Take out the drawer and clean it thoroughly, removing any spills or stains.
Replace everything and enjoy your newly organized drawer!

One Room Two Ways: Sitting Areas in Silver and Gold

CasaSugar — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 08:00:47 -0800

Silver and gold are perfect colors for decking out your pad for a New Year's Eve party, and you can continue the theme into 2009 by creating a sitting area that echoes those glam metallics.

For my silver seating area, I relied on white and plum tones to offset the blingy silver. The look of this sitting area is refined, feminine, and warm, even though the colors are cool. My favorite piece, by far, is the Timber Table ($235), whose faux bois pattern looks surprisingly fresh when it's interpreted in lucite.

To go for the gold, read more.

The more masculine look of this sitting area is due to the rich chocolate browns. The Leucos Stacking C Floor Lamp ($236), is a truly crave worthy piece, with stacked blown glass cylinders assembled to create a luminous centerpiece for your sitting area.

Silver Nail Varnish Is Making a Comeback!

BellaSugarUK — Sat, 29 Nov 2008 06:00:00 -0800

Silver nail polish is definitely not a brand-new trend, in fact, it was popular in the 80's and then re-surfaced about a year and a half ago with basic-coloured metallics like silver and gold. Many permutations like gunmetal, blue and chrome, spawned from the basics, while gold and silver seemed to fade with the season. Now it's back again and this time, we're seeing silver on some of Hollywood's hottest girls like Lindsay Lohan (spotted in Paris) and Paris Hilton (dressed up as a Pussycat Doll). Below are my picks for best silver varnish - do you have a favourite shade too?

Creative Nail Design in Silver Anniversary (£10) is a shiny, fast-drying metallic nail colour. It's creates a mirror-like finish lasting up to six days before showing signs of chipping and it imparts a high-shine finish.

To check out two more stylish silver nail varnishes, read more.

OPI Give Me The Moon (£9.50) is a lighter and slightly more sheer shade of silver, however, it creates an intense shimmer and a slick, wet-like effect on your fingertips.

Nails Inc. The Thames (£10.50) launched last December, yet it remains one of the company's best-sellers. This sparkling grey was inspired by the catwalk and creates a sexy, smooth and glossy result.

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Inspired: Jean Harlow

CasaSugar — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 07:00:59 -0700

Film actress Jean Harlow was America's sex symbol of the 1930s. Also known as the "Platinum Blonde" and the "Blonde Bombshell," this glamorous, gorgeous woman embodied Hollywood glamour. Starring in such films as Red Dust and Platinum Blonde, she appeared onscreen beside leading men Spencer Tracy, Clark Gable, and James Cagney.

This actress, whose personal life was marked by tragedy, was absolutely magnetic onstage and onscreen, and the immense force of her personality is still evident today, with stars such as Gwen Stefani emulating her look (Stefani, in fact, played Harlow in The Aviator). And of course, we know what Nicole Ritchie named her little girl. As a small homage to this glamorous woman, I thought I'd put together a Hollywood-Harlow-worthy look.

To see my room, read more.

I kept the color palette simple, emphasizing whites and silvers, while laying down a cool, deep blue wool rug, which would ground the room. With a splash of teal in the pillows, which picks up on the soothing blue tone, the rest of the room is left to shine with mirrors, chandelier, silver, and white tufted leather sofa and ottoman. I also added a few elements from the animal world, including an elephant side table and a silver stag antler wall hanging. Jean Harlow was nothing if not a fighter, and I wanted these more "wild" elements to translate her amazing spirit.

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Fab Finger Discount: Modern Vintage Shoes Sling Back Flats

FabSugar — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 11:00:22 -0700

Need a little silver in your life? I thought so! These Modern Vintage Shoes Sling Back Flats ($105, originally $210) are the perfect metallic companion for your feet because they're refined with a retro twist. Not only will the cut out squares allow your feet to breathe, they also provide a sexy peek-a-boo effect. Works out nicely for everyone involved!