Mani Monday: Nautical Nails

Ahoy Matey! Can’t make up your mind? No need to settle for just one look. This mani boasts polkadots, stripes, and an anchor accent nail. Pair with cropped blue jeans and a crisp white tank then set sail. First Mate Keep it simple with neutral navy nails. All you need are a couple of chic white dots for a Cape Cod look. Hit the (Yacht) Club Throw a new color into the mixgold....

July 17, 2013 · 1 min · 166 words · Peggy Rodriguez

Nine Slimming Kettlebell Moves

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Your trainer:Hilty’s friendDasha Libin. Hilty traded sequins for spandex to demo Libin’s total-body toners for SELF. The workout:Grab a 10- to 15-pound ‘bell. Do 2 sets of the 1-minute moves three times a week on alternate days. Left:Smash’s Hilty as Marilyn. Sit on left hip, left knee bent on floor in front of you, left hand on floor....

July 17, 2013 · 2 min · 335 words · Matthew Morgan

Pack Your Beach Bag With This Sporty Gear

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Sunscreen For your eyes. Finally, sunnies for athletes that don’t look “athletic.” Costa Little Harbor, $169;CostaDelMar.com Nerf, FTW! A half hour of catch with this football will burn 81 calories. N-Sports Vortex Aero Howler, $12;HasbroToyShop.com An H-O-T Wet Suit Go, Roxy! It figured out how to make neoprene sexy....

July 17, 2013 · 1 min · 133 words · David Sherman

Pinterest Found: How to Repurpose Your Bridesmaid Dress

Cut your losses, literally, by turning it into a statement-making maxi skirt, like this purple stunner. Even stiff fabrics like satin and taffeta can look chic in the hands of the right tailor. (Blogger Sara B. used an inexpensive black one from H&M). The key to getting this right? A perfectly slim-fitting shirt with enough fabric to tightly tie the waist. Accessorize Well Bridesmaid dresses rarely look modern. Drag your frock right into this decade with a chunky necklace, simple cardigan and skinny belt....

July 17, 2013 · 1 min · 165 words · Darren Wolfe

Summer Smoothies That Taste Like Dessert

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Don’t like what you see? you might substitute the mango for any fruit you have on hand, or romaine for spinach. See the complete recipehere. She likes the extra boost and texture of a couple tablespoons of wheat germ. It calls for regular milk but almond or soy will also work....

July 17, 2013 · 1 min · 190 words · Mark Fernandez

Summer's Sizzling Styles (With The Wanted!)

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. reality series,The Wanted Life, which reveals everything that went on in their L.A. bachelor pad. “I just hope it’s not boring,” says Max. “I want people to laugh at us, and with us.” Behind him is Siva Kaneswaran, 24, a former model (Can’t you tell?...

July 17, 2013 · 3 min · 446 words · Rebecca Mccarthy

Cover-ups For Every Body Type

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Orange Tribal Print Playsuit, $48. A bright hue like this gives your newly sun-kissed skin even more glow. Vix Solid Judy Short Dress Cover Up, $134. Ruched sides on these shorts add a feminine touchand show off thosetoned legs. ASOS Towelling Beach Short, $20....

July 16, 2013 · 1 min · 174 words · Danielle Lam

The Awkward Money Convo: Tips for Raising Money for Your Race

And if you’re all like “WTF. And on top of that you need me to raise a four-figure number for a charity?!” Well, you’re not alone. It’s a pretty big financial responsibility. But it doesn’t have to be such a pain in the ass. She just knew how to run. Still, she signed up forIRONMAN Arizona 2011[LINK TO ]. (Bananas, right?!) She did this because of her father, Poppy Tony....

July 3, 2013 · 2 min · 385 words · Nicole Gomez

Stars and Stripes Styles You'll Actually Want to Wear

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Urban Outfitters Seeing Stars Risky Sunglasses, $14. C&C California Tank, $54. Old Navy Shorts, $19. Forever 21 Star-Spangled Hair Elastic Set, $2. Pret a Surf Tank, $188. MKL The Twilights Gleaming Backpack, $24. River Island Americana Bikini; Top, $21, Bottoms, $17. Modcloth Star Spreading the News Necklace, $23....

June 25, 2013 · 1 min · 123 words · Jodi Hamilton

The 8 Things I Learned at Wanderlust

), was developed by longtime friends Sean Hoess and Jeff Krasno and is focused around community and sustainability. “Hopefully it has some lasting effects on the people who are here,” said Krasno. Everyone was flipping over how gorgeous the pieces from D.C.-based designer Cameron Archer were (including me!). Her culturally inspired, ethereal collection resonates with yogis and fashionistas alike. The colorful, chunky necklaces and earrings have the quintessential festival look....

June 24, 2013 · 2 min · 351 words · Gregory Cook

Pretty, Easy DIY Nail Art for Summer

Abstract Cloudy skies inspired the design for Manish Arora, says MAC Cosmetics artist Keri Blair. Your Canvas:Starting at cuticle bed, use darkest color to cover 1/3 of nail. Paint tip with lightest shade, leaving center bare. Clean brush with remover; repeat on all nails. Minimalist As seen at Rodarte: a fresh take on the French by Sally Hansen manicurist Tracylee. The Paints:A pale pink opaque base and silver for tips....

June 17, 2013 · 2 min · 267 words · Mark Wallace

"My Body Turned on Me": One Woman's Experience with MS

I thought I had a shin splint. It was July 2009. I was running, training for the New York City Marathon, when my right leg went numb. Just like that, out of the blue. I could still feel it enough to know it hurt, though. I stopped and stretched, but when the pain didn’t go away, I hailed a cab home. For the next two weeks, I iced my leg and took a break from running....

June 13, 2013 · 4 min · 740 words · Scott Brandt

21 Exercises to Try If You’re Looking for Some Awesome Arms Workouts for Women

And these arms exercises without weights are a solid way to put your muscles to the test too. What are your arm muscles anyway? At the top of your arms are yourshoulder musclesor your deltoids. Katie Thompson These muscles help move your arms forward, out to the side, up and down, and backward. Finally, there are your biceps, or the muscles in the front of your upper arm. These muscles assist in pulling movements, like pulling a car door closed or performing a row....

June 13, 2013 · 2 min · 385 words · Pamela Goodman