Chic Cold-Weather 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. Hot Topper Peeps who live in chilly climes can rock this hat for months to come. $27;Burton.com Totes Cute Your gym buddy will look chic carrying this to class. $58;JoisYoga.com Ski Bunny Warm up in this thermal dress after hitting the slopes. $98;Splendid.com Fluffy Muffs Gift these along with an iTunes card....

December 12, 2012 · 1 min · 134 words · Gabriel Walters

Everyday Ways to Give Back

Then chip in for specific costs ($5 to help cover printing scripts or renting period costumes). Plus, you may earn a thank-you at the Oscars. All your friends need to do is give it a “vote up,” a la Reddit. (Actor Ed Norton is a founder.) Donate and become eligible to win some sweet prizes. Give $11 to any charity for a shot at an iPhone 5, for instance. for the cost of airfare through World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms....

December 12, 2012 · 2 min · 297 words · Tina Brown

Hayden Panettiere's Happiness Secrets

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. “I love Nashville!” and look and feel better than ever. Left: Diane von Furstenberg shirt, $345; 646-486-4800. Bra, $87;Shop.Cosabella.com. Haute Hippie skirt, $295; Bergdorf Goodman, 800-558-1855. Rebekah Price earrings, $250; Paradise Island Boutique, 813-805-2060. “I’ve grown into myself and my body. In Nashville, you see women, even successful singers, who have voluptuous bodies and everyone is supportive....

December 12, 2012 · 3 min · 570 words · Robert Allen

How to Dress for a Holiday Party

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. “I love it when a woman dresses tastefully but still sexy,” says Cory Monteith, ourGleecrush. Alice + Olivia by Stacey Bendet dress, $550; 212-840-0887. August Accessories fascinator, $34; 212-967-8065. Kenneth Jay Lane earrings, $88; 877-953-5264. Belt, $38;ArmaniExchange.com. Shoes, $90;ChineseLaundry.com. On Monteith: jacket, $998 (for two-piece suit);BrooksBrothers....

December 12, 2012 · 3 min · 491 words · Joshua Giles

How to Get Beauty Bling

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. Shine Sparkly clips and headbands are like jewelry for your hair. Peter Pilotto dress, $3,450; Ikram, 312-587-1000. Tory Burch hairpins, $95 and $150; 212-510-8371. If your hair is superfine, your accessory might need an accessoryreinforce it with two crisscrossed bobby pins. Clockwise from top left: Round hair clip, $35;DeepaGurnani....

December 12, 2012 · 3 min · 469 words · Colton Cook

Little Black Dresses

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December 12, 2012 · 1 min · 26 words · Stephanie Erickson

SELF's 20 Best Fitness Tips

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. You’ll never bonk midworkout again. “I remind myself, Workouts aren’t something you want to do. They’re what you’re gonna wanna do to stay happy. “Julie Ordonez, Corona, California Repeat a mantra when the going gets tough. It trains your brain to home in on the positive, not the pain....

December 12, 2012 · 3 min · 438 words · Christopher Murphy

Statement Jewels

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. A full-on double-rainbow bib. $795;Dannijo.com Major bling for not much bank. $55;LydellNYC.com Vintage-y cool: loving this designer collabLulu Frost for J.Crew. $278;JCrew.com Great pointy faux collar over an otherwise boring crew. Crew Fall Floral Crystal Bracelet, $98;JCrew.com Bauble Bar Four Petal Cuff, $155;Baublebar.com

December 12, 2012 · 1 min · 69 words · Matthew Day

Stylish Party Essentials

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. Wrist Bling … is practically required at holiday bashes. $68;JuicyCouture.com Bestow a Fascinator … upon your Prince Harryobsessed pal. $5;Forever21.com So Money Pop-of-color wallets make great stocking stuffers. $38;MichaelKors.com Get Roped In Nab this set of friendship bracelets for all your girls. $15;StackedWines.com The Blue Ribbon Prepster friends will love this timeless piece....

December 12, 2012 · 1 min · 97 words · James Meyer

The 2012 SELFy Awards

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. Gwen’s Abs That belly looked B-A-N-A-N-A-S at the NFL kickoff concert. And has Gwen aged, like, a second since theTragic Kingdomdays? Envision your dream wardrobe, and sweat for it. Pimped Rides The new It accessory? We’ve seen as many colorful cruisers (like this limited edition Villy;VillyCustoms....

December 12, 2012 · 2 min · 329 words · Tiffany Hernandez

The Top 10 Healthiest Cities for Women

“We’re working hard to get more people to ride,” he says. “I cycle every weekend with my wife along one of our creek trails.” The payoff: A life span of 84 yearsthree years longer than the norm. “Healthiness is contagious,” says Angela Hiatt, 27, who works at Google. Bethesda, MD It’s supersafe, with half the violent crime average. San Francisco, CA Lots of women bike those hills to work. Santa Barbara, CA Ahhh, beach hikes....

December 12, 2012 · 1 min · 148 words · Shannon Russell

The Unhealthiest Cities for Women

Tulsa, OK Poor habits, high disease risk and life expectancy is falling. Jackson, MS Fewer reproductive rights, twice the STDs. Detroit, MI High rate of heart disease.Heart.orghas tips to lower your odds. Louisville, KY Nearly one in four women puff. Little Rock, AR Lots of allergies and migraines;MayoClinic.comhas advice. Memphis, TN Obesity might contribute to women’s high disease rates. Birmingham, AL Almost nobody walks or bikes to work. Las Vegas, NV One in five women skipped medical care last year due to cost....

December 12, 2012 · 1 min · 96 words · Paul Fuller

The Yoga Block Workout

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. Doesn’t matteryou’re just stealing the blocks. Instead of inching into a pretzel pose, you’ll use them to tone. You’ll need:Two yoga blocks. They’re a little easier to maneuver on than squishier foam versions. Extend left leg straight up, and grab ankle with right hand (as shown) to start....

December 12, 2012 · 2 min · 221 words · Victor Shaw