Looking for the Dog of Your Dreams?

Some of us are only missing one thing in life. And this one thing is a dog. Everyone always says that the minute they leave college and move out on their own, they’re going to get a dog. Well this is a lovely idea in theory, but let me tell you, it is no easy task trying to find an apartment in LA that allows pets. Don’t let this discourage you however. Never give up on your dreams!

People will try to tell you that your lifestyle isn’t “suitable” for taking care of a dog. Well now you can tell those haters that you will just find a dog that has the same lifestyle as you. I’m not necessarily talking about looking like your dog (I know you are all thinking about that scene at the beginning of ‘101 Dalmations’ when the dog walkers match their dogs). I’m talking more about having similar personalities, life styles, goals, hobbies, etc. Ok maybe not goals.. but you know what I mean. Anyway, check out BestDOG! and find the dog of your dreams!

Designer Jean Sale eVite

Remember those great jean sales in college? No one even cared if they were real or not, they were a great deal!! Well I guess not all college habits have to die young… if you live in LA, check this out!  

What: The Warehouse Sale’s Premium Denim Sale — Save Up to 80%

When: Deceber 15th from 10am-4pm

Where: Los Angeles Convention Center (Los Angeles, CA)Worth It? Definitely.  There will be a good selection of high-end designer jeans (for both guys and girls) at up to 80% off. In addition to jeans, there will also be a collection of cute hoodies sweats, shirts, and more!

No need to RSVP, just get there as early as possible so you get the best pick of everything. See you there!Get more info here…

The Part-Time Writing Gig

Do you need something to do while you are trying to find a job? Something that brings in income but still allows you the time and flexibility to go on interviews, continue your job search, etc? If so, sounds like you are stuck in Career Limbo. Don’t worry–this is completely common and there are several ways to bring in some extra cash in the meantime.Part-time writing gigs are one of the best income solutions for Career Limbo. There are infinite opportunities, you can work from home, you can (usually) control how much your work-load is, and you can write whenever/at any time of the day. This gives you all the time you need to go on interviews, look for jobs, etc. Plus part-time writing can be fun, and there is a job opening for any subject/topic you are interested in.. you just have to look for it!If this sounds like something that is right up your alley… <!–more–> start your search on Craig’s List under ‘Writing Gigs‘. Here are my picks of the day (see if any of these work for you).* All Around Writing on Any Topic/Any Style* Webisode Writing* Mac Blogger Let me know if you find any other good gigs… Good luck!

Glowing Power Cable - Support a Bright Future

Now here’s something that not only looks cool, but is doing something good for the environment–definitely a product of our generation.

This Power-Aware cable measures the amount of energy being used by the intensity of the glowing. The idea behind the glow-in-the-dark power cable is that if we can actually see how much energy we’re consuming, maybe we’d opt to be a little more conscious when choosing to leave our devices on all night.

Hmm putting our wasteful habits out there in the open where it is hard to ignore instead of hiding it behind a couch…interesting thought…

Magnetic Temporary Hems - Your Pant Problem is Solved!

Such a huge advance in technical fashion difficulties and yet no modern technology needed! After purchasing a new pair of pants, all of us girls have to struggle with that defining decision: to hem or not to hem. This is usually decided by predicting whether we will be wearing heels with these pants or flats. Wouldn’t it just be dandy if we could wear both and not have to choose one or the other? Well, now we can.

Zakkerz.com has found the solution to a temporary pant hem. These magnetic strips allow for pants to be worn with heels and flats… and for only $24.00! I’m not sure how we have gone this long without such a genius invention, but do all woman-kind a favor and pass this along!

Online Holiday Shopping - Cyber Monday

Wondering how to avoid all the holiday shopping crowds this year? Black Friday is so two years ago… the new thing is Cyber Monday. Cyber Monday is the Monday following Thanksgiving, which has been labeled by online retailers as the official online shopping kick-off for the holiday season. (So keep an eye out for online incentives such as free shipping!)

Don’t worry, you can still find all the best deals and sales, you’re just bypassing the lines. Here are some Cyber Monday sources to help you out just in case ;-):

Yahoo’s Bargains & Sales Center

Shop.org’s Cyber Monday Site

Shopzilla

Gifts.com (one of my personal favorites)

***While you are playing Santa Clause online however, PLEASE beware of the fraud Grinches. Here are some tips on how to practice safe online shopping.

Safe Shopping Everyone!!

The Lululemon Lifestyle

Lululemon Athletica is the latest athletic apparel boutique for the ‘yoga-type’. It is definitely one of those brands that so strongly adheres to its core values and beliefs that it attracts the average eye. It also is gaining huge popularity in the work-out-with-style genre. In addition to being trendy however, Lululemon makes some of the most comfortable articles of clothing I’ve ever encountered.

To recommend a few must-haves…

The Deep V Bra with Pockets sports bra is something that every girl should own. It is the most comfortable sports bra out there. Plus it comes with a pocket for your iPod shuffle ;-).

My other favorite pick is the Reverse Groove Pant. Flattering waste line, comfy material, a hint of color–you’ll definitely get your groove on in these stretchy bad boys. The best part is that they are reversible, so it’s like buying two pairs of pants for one.

Lululemon is a great brand, and has some of the best products for their targeted demographic out there. It truly is more than a brand, it is a lifestyle.

How NOT to Wear UGGs

With the Winter season approaching and the more UGGs I see out and about, I would like to hold a brief seminar on the appropriate and inappropriate ways to wear your UGG boots in public. In the privacy of your own home–when all doors and windows are shut–then by all means, be as f-UGG-ly as you wish. While in the presence of another human or anything with a pulse however, please be courteous and abide by the following stylistic recommendations:

1. No Gray and No Ballet.
PLEASE stick to the original UGG colors… sand, chocolate, chestnut, and black. This does NOT include carpet gray, sorry Lindsay. Also, please don’t wear them coming out of your ballet class. And if you do, remember to keep your tutu on. There is just too much white trash…err, I mean white…in this picture.

2. Not at the Beach
Come on now, this just looks silly…

3. Not with Shorts or Short Skirts of Any Kind…

I know a lot of people may argue this, but come on now.. really? If you are cold enough to wear boots lined with fur, why on earth are you wearing short shorts or a short skirt anyway?

Put on some pants.. stop confusing your homeostasis..

4. If Low UGGs.. Do Not Wear Over Jeans. No Fo-Fur.
The short Uggs really shouldn’t be worn over jeans. It appears as though you are trying to cover up kankles. Please refrain. Also, I don’t even know where these fo-fur Uggs were spawned from, but I wish they would return to their planet.

These are just a few examples of how NOT to wear your UGG boots this Winter. If you would like to see an inspirational example of a tasteful and adorable display of Uggs… check out Kate Moss’s daughter Lila… now this little fashionista has got it down! (Picture brought to you by People Magazine online).

iPod Video Goggles

Ever think those Star Trek glasses would become stylish and trendy? Ya, me neither. So when I saw what I’m about to bring to your attention, naturally I was more than impressed. Virtual video goggles for your video iPod. Ohh yes.

Plug these babies directly into your iPod and see a projected 24 inch screen in front of you. No batteries, cables, or bulk. These virtual goggles just feed off of the power from your iPod. They don’t get very hungry however, seeing as though a 30-gig iPod lasts longer than two hours.

You can wear these inside or outside, literally taking your favorite videos, tv shows, and music videos everywhere with you.

If you want to step it up, go for the MyVu Solo Plus Edition Goggles. At only $199.95, the Solo Plus Edition works with the whole iPod collection: video iPod, iPod touch, iPod nano, iPod classic, and all the 5th generation video iPods. These also can be charged with a polymer battery, which steps up your viewing pleasure to four hours!

Style is important… but in this case, I think we’ll make an exception!

Wii or PS3?

With Christmas rapidly approaching, many will have to make a crucial decision – Playstation 3 or Wii? These are two vastly different video game systems, so it all boils down to what type of gamer you are. Some people want to sit on the couch and veg out; others want to feel like they are part of the action. Whatever the case may be, these two systems offer distinctly different kinds of gameplay.

If you are the kind of person who doesn’t like to sit around lazily and play video games, then the Wii is the way to go. The wireless “controllers” are basically like 3D motion sensors which can sense how fast and in what direction you are moving the controller. The Wii turns games, especially sports ones like tennis, into more of an activity than a sluggish way to kill time. Instead of merely hitting a sequence of buttons on a typical controller, you have to physically swing the controller like a tennis racket. It’s hard not to move your feet and step into each swing like you would if you were in an actual tennis match, and I’ve seen even fit people work up a little sweat after a few games. This kind of action appeals to a much broader range of people, as anyone from children to adults – regardless of how good you are at “normal” video games – can pick up a Wii controller and have a great time.

While the Wii may offer remarkably active involvement, those who enjoy amazing gameplay and incredible graphics cannot shy away from the Playstation 3. This thing can even play Blu-Ray DVDs, which in case you aren’t familiar are basically high definition DVDs that can play in 1080p (if you are still completely clueless what this means, you need to go buy a new TV). The most realistic commercial video game system around, the PS3 is downright amazing. Even when playing online – which in older systems used to a rough experience because of how much lag there – you can barely notice a difference in gameplay. The graphics in sports games are so good that you can see sweat beading down players’ foreheads. Plus, unlike the Wii, the PS3 is actually consistently available in stores. They’ve even been so kind as to offer a 40GB version now, which starts at $399.

Here is a great diagram from The Onion to help analyze this great debate further: