Online Spending Traps to Avoid

The “I Was Tipsy!” Spree In a Self.com poll, 33 percent of you said you sometimes shop after drinking. Worse, 17 percent of you have been so buzzed, you didn’t even remember doing the buying. We all know vino loosens inhibitions. (“Gotta have that $300 bag!") Buy Smarter Shop as a guest whenever possible. Post a status update. That, and being undercaffeinated. Put email from retailers you love in a folder; nix the rest....

November 15, 2012 · 1 min · 136 words · Brian Pierce

Perfectly Printed Pants

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. Think Abstract BDG Floral Jeans, $68;UrbanOutfitters.com Goes great with thiscozy vestor thispolka-dot sweater. Checkmate Asos NW3 Checked Pants, $209;Asos.com Goes great with thesesnug socksand thisprim coat. Shine On J. Crew Jacquard Pants, $198;JCrew.com Goes great with thisflirty sweateror thisbright jacket. Pretty Pattern Madewell Palette Trousers, $118;Madewell....

November 15, 2012 · 1 min · 92 words · Juan Peters

Sculpt Your Body in Six Easy Moves

You’re feeling these small, hardworkin' muscles. When they’re strong, they act like little arrows pointing to defined abs. Do 5 reps. Switch sides; repeat. © Condé Nast Use the heaviest weight you could, then work up to a 20-pounder. Keeping leg still, flex left foot toward shin (as shown); release. It’s easier than you might think: Go in circles. Slowly move ball in a small clockwise circle for 20 reps, then counterclockwise for 20....

November 15, 2012 · 1 min · 183 words · Jason Wang

Seven Easy One-Pot Meals

Clean-up is a snap with these one-pot meals. Because you work hard enough as it is. Who needs extra dishes to do? COPYRIGHT ©2009 THE CONDÉ NAST PUBLICATIONS. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Rosemary Beef With Root Vegetables You say potato; we say, Ahhh. The tubers help restock your magnesium stores; low levels can up mental stress. Chicken Fajitas The bell peppers in this dish work to keep your skin looking great....

November 15, 2012 · 1 min · 162 words · Dr. Brittany Contreras

Stay-Snug Socks and Tights

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. Fair Isle Fun Lisa B. Fair Isle Knee Socks, $28;Madewell.com Goes great with thispurple coatand thisburgundy watch. Gingham Style Wolford Kate Tights, $65;SaksFifthAvenue.com Goes great with thisterry jacketand thisneon beanie.

November 15, 2012 · 1 min · 56 words · Rebecca Wallace

The New It Color: Wine

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. Classic Lines Tibi burgundy dress, $350;SaksFifthAvenue.com Goes great with thisfunky hator thispoppy peacoat.

November 15, 2012 · 1 min · 39 words · Mark Archer

The No-Equipment Workout

Do these moves three times a week on alternate days, and be ready: They’re hard. But your body will be, too. You’ll need:Yup, just a plain old wall. Guille Faingold © Don’t want scuff marks? Thereone less thing to worry about. Keeping arms pressed against wall, slide arms up until slightly bent (as shown). Lower arms for 1 rep. Do 12 reps. Switch crossed legs; repeat. Hold for 30 seconds....

November 15, 2012 · 2 min · 223 words · Stephanie Cherry

Top Secrets of Beauty Pros

Instagram Skin You know how the Toaster filter makes you actually like your picture? This cover-up change-up has a similar complexion-perfecting effect. How to Do It Ignore your pimples.You want to blob concealer on blemishes straight away. They’ll be cakey and obvious. Now spot-check.Anything escaped the spray? Damn it to hell! Tap concealer on those stubborn holdouts. Photo finish:Dust highlighter from cheekbones to brow bones. “The luster makes skin flawless,” Carmindy says....

November 15, 2012 · 2 min · 316 words · Megan Gardner

Treat Yourself Like a Celebrity

An Extra Long Smooch Poor Emma. We feel for you, Stone. Pretty Posies Buying blooms for yourself = instant mood booster. Seeing Kirsten Dunst, who’s inOn the Road, due next year. The zippers on Hudson’s make her legs look miles long. A BFF Break We’re planning friend dates to see Ashley as Alice inTwilightASAP. Here, Greene gets some girl-time in New York City.

November 15, 2012 · 1 min · 63 words · Christine Turner

SELF Exclusive: 5 Essential Stretches to Run Faster

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. We nabbed an exclusive performance-boosting routine designed specifically to improve flexibility, strength and speed. “It also improves circulation greatly to keep muscles warm and speeds recovery after injury.” Take a few steps back and bend at the waist until your spine is parallel with the floor....

November 7, 2012 · 2 min · 334 words · Amy Joseph

Fit-cations: 9 Guilt-Free Getaways

Crunch, crunch, crunch. ‘Shoeing melts more calories per hour than skiing downhill511 versus 387! In the a.m., there’s yoga in a studio overlooking your 6,000-acre playground. Tip from the trip:Working it at high altitudes can dehydrate. Drink two glasses of H2O for every one you’d guzzle at sea level, the resort staff advises. Cost:$375 per room, per night. Includes breakfast, a group lesson and a daily $50 resort credit. You’re simply taking a chopper to sifted sugar where there are no lift lines or snowboarders to dodge....

November 1, 2012 · 3 min · 432 words · Courtney Salazar

Karina Smirnoff Takes SELF Behind-the-Scenes ofDancing with the StarsThis Week

We’re lucky enough to get a behind-the-scenes look into Karina’s life on the show. To vote for Karina this season, call 1-800-868-3407 or text the word VOTE to 3407. “Such an amazing group, I’m so blessed to have met them! Volker Fleck Thank you City of Hope friends for coming to the show and being the inspiration behind our dance tonight. Such an emotional night!” “This is during dress rehearsal before the show…I love this picture!...

October 31, 2012 · 1 min · 157 words · Abigail Richards

Treat Yourself... In 1 Hour

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. Thanks to Pinterest, DIY crafts have never been easieror more cool. We particularly like to followDesign*SpongeandEtsyfor inspiration. Escape into the crazy, campy, oh-no-she-didn’t, so-bad-it’s-good worlds ofMelrose Place(streaming now on Netflix! ),RuPaul’s Drag Raceand any ofThe Real Housewives. Because on SELF day, it’s all about #nojudgments....

October 31, 2012 · 1 min · 201 words · Dennis Decker