Cosmopolitan articles from October 2003

Cosmopolitan archives from October 2003

Get a fun and fabulous daily dose of Cosmo by clicking on cosmopolitan.com.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Cosmo Wants to Know Visit our Web site to confess your secrets, weigh in on controversial topics, rank our gorgeous shirtless men and much more. You can even send your comments to editor-in-chief Kate White. We know you have an opinion, so...

Exquisite Adair.(The Cosmo Cover Look)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... WIN IT! Five Cosmo readers will win the makeup shown below, plus Maybelline's Wet Shine Diamonds polish in Rhinestone Pink and Liquid Eyes shadow in All Day Cafe, a total value of $42.50. See page 274 for details. COVER-STAR STATS ...

H2O plus--the source of life for your skin.(Buzz worthy: the promos, products and hot happenings that have people talking)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Teeming with vitamins, minerals and nutrients, the rejuvenating power of sea ingredients is unmatched. So remarkable, so complete, it is the basis of our entire system of beauty.

A gift with purchase offer from MasterCard[R] and H2O Plus.(Buzz worthy: the promos, products and hot happenings that have people talking)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Visit one of the H2O Plus stores listed below from September 27th-28th. Spend $50 on your MasterCard[R] and receive a fabulous mini late bag. * H2O Plus--460 West Broadway, New York, NY H2O Plus--Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg, IL H2O...

Get gorgeous with L'Oreal Paris at Shecky's girls night out.(Buzz worthy: the promos, products and hot happenings that have people talking)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... On October 9th, you're invited to Shecky's "Fall into Fashion" Girls Night Out event--a night of bargain shopping, beauty and cocktails! Stop by the L'Oreal Parts booths to check out the greatest fall beauty trends and receive advice from the...

Matrix is searching for the next Rapunzel.(Buzz worthy: the promos, products and hot happenings that have people talking)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... ENTER TO WIN! Who has the longest locks and the biggest heart? Tell us why you would like to donate your hair to children with long-term hair loss. The contest winner will receive a free trip to NYC! Everyone who donates gets a free Matrix...

A beautiful offer for you!(Buzz worthy: the promos, products and hot happenings that have people talking)(Brief Article)(Buyers Guide)
October 1, 2003... Visit your nearest RITE AID today and pick up any two great products from the brands listed below and you'll receive a tote bag from Cosmo--a $19.95 value--free! * See page 222 for details. Participating sponsors are: Aquafresh[R], Ban[R],...

Meet the mark hook-up.(Buzz worthy: the promos, products and hot happenings that have people talking)(Brief Article)(Buyers Guide)
October 1, 2003... The first ever mix and match combination slick. With two quick clicks you can design-your-own-duo: lashes + lips, liner + concealer, eyeliner + powder. Over 500 combinations for the ultimate multi-tasker. Get your hook-up at www.meetmark.com or...

Steve Madden.(Buzz worthy: the promos, products and hot happenings that have people talking)(Brief Article)(Buyers Guide)
October 1, 2003... Now that fall is upon us, why not walk the mean streets of New York in Steven by Steve Madden's Naplak boot in the hottest color for fall--winter white. The only accessory you will need this fall are Steven shoes by Steve Madden. Your feet will...

Congratulations to the winner of Maybelline's IT girl contest.(Buzz worthy: the promos, products and hot happenings that have people talking)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... With her love for her family, career in a non profit organization working to effect social justice and party-girl attitude, Emily McDonald clearly stood out as the epitome of "IT." To learn about great products from Maybelline log on to...

Sephora super shimmer lip gloss.(Buzz worthy: the promos, products and hot happenings that have people talking)
October 1, 2003... Visit Sephora for the newest lip look--Sephora Super Shimmer Lip Gloss in 5 luscious colors. They give your lips a beautiful sexy iridescence, and when applied leave lips with the slightest touch of sparkling color ($10). For the Sephora store...

Get in shape with Soft & Dri[R] Power Stripe[TM].(Buzz worthy: the promos, products and hot happenings that have people talking)
October 1, 2003... ENTER TO WIN! Enter to win a gym membership and a year's supply of Soft & Dri in the "Shape Up" sweepstakes. Simply visit October Hot Spot on www.cosmopolitan.com from September 16-October 13, 2003 for prize information, sweepstakes rules...

The new look of Cosmo.(From The Editor)(Editorial)
October 1, 2003... * You probably noticed the minute you picked up this month's issue that Cosmo's Cover Model Search has finally come to a conclusion--and Adair Howell is our winner! She had supertough competition going up against three other gorgeous finalists,...

This month's fun fearless females: the reasons these Cosmo readers live up to the title.
October 1, 2003... Laura Stonehill, 25 Student, Seattle Fearless factor: I am getting a Ph.D. in physics and have been conducting research in a nickel mine in Canada. I take an elevator a mile down into the earth, walk through a tunnel nearly as long to get...

August issue.(Reader E-mail)(Letter to the Editor)
October 1, 2003... "The Cosmo Sex Survey: What Guys Are Really Aching For' got my boyfriend and me out of the rut we'd been in."--Jennifer, Pennsylvania "The 'Two-Handed Ecstasy' move from '7 Exotic Sex Secrets' had unbelievable results. My partner loved it....

A cosmo first.(Reader-E-Mail)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Whenever we put a celeb on the cover, readers always have plenty to say about her... mostly good but inevitably some bad. But our August cover girl, Angelina Jolie, set a record! Not only did we receive zero letters dissing the star, but the...

Guy test-drive.(Reader E-Mail)(Letter to the Editor)
October 1, 2003... One man mouths off about the August issue of Cosmo. "I already knew most of the info in 'What Girls Crave After Sex.' See, not all guys want to bolt after doing it--although the bad rap is well-earned. Females can be just as guilty though....

October Cosmo commandments: 10 clues you're a psycho ex-girlfriend.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... 1 When your ex asks for his stuff back, you say, "You know how to use eBay, right?" 2 You've published a pamphlet to distribute to his future girlfriends entitled "What to Expect When You're Dating Scum." 3 You continue to send his...

Cosmo readers share their most shocking stories and steamiest secrets.(Confessions)
October 1, 2003... Un-justified "After dating my boyfriend for two years, I decided we needed to take a break. I had met this cute 27-year-old television news anchor, and I started flirting with him as soon as I was free. We began seeing each other, and one...

Men admit to their dirtiest deeds and most shameless scams ever.(Guy Confessions)
October 1, 2003... kiddie pool "I was visiting my girlfriend's parents for the first time, and after a long day of introductions, we were both looking forward to being alone. Since the house was crowded, my girlfriend and I checked into a nearby hotel. We...

Bedroom buddy.(Ask Cosmo Anything)(Letter to the Editor)
October 1, 2003... I've been friends with this guy for years, and we recently started sleeping together. It's never been romantic with us, so I didn't see a problem with it. But I've realized that I have feelings for him. I thought I could handle it, but I can't....

Dirty secret.(Ask Cosmo Anything)(Letter to the Editor)
October 1, 2003... [GUY QUESTION] I'm not proud of this, but when I first moved to Los Angeles, I did porn movies for a few months to make money. I've been with my girlfriend for three years and we're in love, so I confessed to her about my seedy past. She...

Pretty young thing.(Ask Cosmo Anything)(Letter to the Editor)
October 1, 2003... I'm 21, and I'm dating a man who is 10 years older than I am. We get along great, and his male friends seem to like me, but their wives and girlfriends are straight-up bitchy. I've never had a problem making friends with women my own age, but...

Relationship wrecker.(Ask Cosmo Anything)(Letter to the Editor)
October 1, 2003... [GUY QUESTION] I always end up going for girls who have boyfriends, and I'll do everything in my power to break them up. But I lose interest in the girl as soon as I win her over, and I end up dumping her soon afterward. I really want to...

She ain't all that.(Ask Cosmo Anything)
October 1, 2003... I have a friend who talks constantly about how beautiful she is. In fact, she thinks that she doesn't have a boyfriend because her looks are intimidating. I used to be able to deal with her delusion, but lately she's gone too far. She is so...

Meet Cosmo's cover model search winner: Adair Howell proved to have what it takes to be on Cosmo's cover--a gorgeous face, a rockin' bod, and confidence galore. Read on to find out how she snagged this coveted honor.
October 1, 2003... * We know the suspense was killing you. That's why we're thrilled to finally reveal the winner of Cosmo's Cover Model Search--18-year-old Adair Howell. After announcing the search in our January issue, we were flooded with thousands of...

Celeb body language: we reveal who's faking their love: star couples are great pretenders--especially when it comes to concealing their true feelings from the public. But thanks to our expert analysis, we're on to them!
October 1, 2003... Celeb couples can put on a show like no one else--they're able to look lovey-dovey even when they want to throttle each other. So can you tell reality from a charade? There are two areas of the body that are especially telling. "Hands and...

Weighing in after Ally: now that Ally McBeal has vanished from television, its former stars' figures have finally started reappearing.(Cosmo informer gossip)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... PORTIA DE ROSSI Her strict diet left her too thin. "I got down to a weight where I didn't look good. So I put some back on," admitted Portia. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] COURTNEY THORNE-SMITH She said she lost weight on the show...

TV's hottest new hunks: Cosmo's guide to who you'll drool over on the small screen this fall.(informer)
October 1, 2003... TRAVIS FIMMEL RIGHT NOW: Tarzan and Jane, The WB, Sundays at 9:00 P.M. AGE: 24. HOMETOWN: Victoria, Australia. STATUS: Single WHERE HE'S BEEN: Modeling jeans and underwear. One of his Calvin Klein billboards in London caused so...

Cleavage cutbacks in Hollywood.(informer)
October 1, 2003... Nowadays, a less ample chest seems to be the trend in Tinseltown. "More actresses, especially the younger ones, are realizing that you're not going to be taken seriously if your boobs are doing the talking," says Fati Parsia, a celeb stylist in...

Which couple has a better chance?(celebs in love)
October 1, 2003... Trista and Ryan sidestepped the reality-show breakup trend by staying together--and it now seems that Andrew and Jen might be in it for the long haul too. Which pair has the best shot at lasting love? We size them up. TRISTA...

Famous fashion victims.(informer)
October 1, 2003... We wish we could say these stars were dressed for Halloween, but they were dead serious when they walked out of the house like this. Think Rosario turned the other cheek when people criticized her getup? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Fun fearless female: Alison Lohman.(informer)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... NOW YOU KNOW Alison shaved her long hair completely bald for a role in the thriller Dragonfly... only to have her scene cut from the movie. UP NEXT Matchstick Men, in which 24-year-old Alison plays the 14-year-old daughter of con...

Hunk of the month: Scott Speedman.(informer)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... STUD STATS Favorite celeb perk: Free Nike basketball shoes Famous girls he's dates: Felicity costar Keri Russell, and he was reportedly with Gwyneth while filming Duets (a rumor he denies). Current dating status: Single and not...

Party pix.(informer)
October 1, 2003... Gwen consoles Gavin after a Duran Duran concert because none of the chicks were screaming his name. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Stephen Dorff to David Arquette: "How'd a guy who looks like you get a girl as smokin' as Courteney Cox?" ...

Studs in suds: how can you make the most mouthwatering men on earth even yummier? Just add water. Soak up the sights of these wet-'n'-wild guys to work yourself into a lather.(Man Manual)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... GIVE HIM FACE TIME Watching a guy shave has long been a voyeuristic indulgence, but why not become part of the action? "Postshave, slather his skin with a gel-based moisturizer (lotions are too greasy), using slow circular motions,"...

What his dog says about him.(guy spy)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Since a pooch is man's best friend, you can learn a lot about a guy's personality from his canine. Ask yourself these questions: * Is it a mutt or a purebred? A man with a mixed breed is compassionate. Chances are, he felt an instant...

The secret he wants to spill: we get pissed when you let friends crash our date.(guy spy)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... When we're getting to know a girl, we want to make the most of crucial one-on-one time. That's why even an easygoing guy is apt to sprout a few gray hairs stressing over first-date details, whether it's choosing the perfect restaurant or...

Read between his lines.(guy spy)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... HE SAYS: "I need some space." HE MEANS: "I don't want to deal with the big tearfest, but I want out." SOURCE: PERRY BUFFINGTON, PH.D.

His first time sex turn-offs: some test-the-bedsprings moves will leave your guy lust-sapped.(his point of view)
October 1, 2003... * Sleeping with a girl for the first time is every dude's most-anticipated new relationship moment. It's our chance to wow you with our pleasure prowess--and find out if you're okay with our back hair and butt sweat. But certain things a woman...

"My bed debut that backfired".(guys speak out)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... "One time a woman was going down on me, and I suddenly passed gas in the middle of the action. It was totally embarrassing, but I couldn't help it!" --Charlie Musgrave "I hooked up with this girl in my buddy's bed, but I had too much to...

Guy without his shirt: check out this month's half-naked hunk.(Man Manual)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Name: Trevor Neubauer Age: 25 Height: 6 feet 2 inches Weight: 190 pounds Sign: Libra Hometown: Mammoth Lakes, California Favorite thing: "I can't go a day without surfing and playing my guitar."

What a Cosmo girl needs in October.(Brief Article)(Buyers Guide)
October 1, 2003... * A-list extras: Two of the best-dressed celebs are launching their own lines of accessories. Gwen Stefani has teamed up with Le Sportsac to design a limited-edition line of bags. They range from a CD case to a roomy weekender. If you're more...

Flirty little skirts.(What To Buy Now)(Brief Article)(Buyers Guide)
October 1, 2003... The miniskirt is such an essential piece this season, you'll want to have lots of them in your closet. Here are your hottest options. Cotton-blend miniskirt, Morgan, $60 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Stretch-twill tiered miniskirt,...

For the Babe on a budget.(Style Steals)(Brief Article)(Buyers Guide)
October 1, 2003... Brights are back! Adding a few megawatt hues is a fab money-saving way to give your look an instant update. $75 Resin bangle, Rafia and Bossa [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] $42 Cotton-and-rayon camisole, Sweetees, mellies.com ...

The most chic fall pieces.(Getting Dressed Guide)(Brief Article)(Buyers Guide)
October 1, 2003... These ultra-versatile items can be combined to create both cozy, elegant daytime looks and sexy make-him-swoon night-out styles. the stuff to score Clutch bag, Cammie Hill, $105, ravinstyle.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Faded...

Killer cleavage creators.(Style Secrets)(Brief Article)(Buyers Guide)
October 1, 2003... If you hadn't guessed, many models and celebs boasting bodacious decolletage have a little help. Stylists' favorite bust enhancer: Frederick's of Hollywood push-up pads. They look natural because they lift breasts from the bottom, and they feel...

How to wear ... a mini.(Style Secrets)(Brief Article)(Buyers Guide)
October 1, 2003... If you don't pair bitsy skirts with the right shirt and shoes, you can end up looking a little too tarty. Here's how to put a sophisticated spin on this sexy staple. * The cardinal rule: Mini on the bottom, maxi on the top. Avoid tiny...

Try this ingenious jean fit trick.(Style Secrets)(Brief Article)(Buyers Guide)
October 1, 2003... No time to stand in line for the dressing room? Here's a no-try-on trick guaranteed to help you pick out pants that fit, in a snap. According to denim designer Alvin Valley, who learned this secret from European tailors, you can find your size...

Celeb steal-worthy look.(Style Secrets)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Demi Moore's been causing jaws to drop since before Ashton hit high school, but she made what may have been her most dazzling style statement yet when she turned up at the MTV Movie Awards in this irresistible outfit. Pairing a satin dress with...

What's sexy this second ...(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Peekaboo bangs Forget what your mother used to say about keeping your hair out of your face. Hot honeys are giving their strands sex appeal with big, long bangs. The style is a perfect match with fall's miniskirts and other mod styles and...

The Cosmo beauty awards.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... It takes a remarkable prettifier to impress our beauty editors. But this year we discovered a slew of look-sexy loot that we just had to add to our already packed makeup bags and bathroom cabinets. We don't know how we ever lived without...

Glosses you've gotta have: while lacquering our lips with gobs of gloss, we fell in love with these three standouts.(The Cosmo Beauty Awards)(Buyers Guide)
October 1, 2003... Fab Flatters-Everyone Glaze Chanel Glossimer in Pin-Up, $24 If you've been searching for the end-all be-all of glosses, look no further. This shimmery gold-flecked nude shade is absolute perfection. It's so versatile that it looks...

Gorgeous glow bestowers: crib any face effect you crave with these sensational skin sexifiers.(The Cosmo Beauty Awards)(Buyers Guide)
October 1, 2003... Best New Way to Bronze Estee Lauder Amber Bronze Liquid Bronzer for Face, $28.50 We've found a new, natural-looking way to score a sun-kissed complexion. Drop your chalky powder bronzer, shelve your streaky self-tanner, and check out...

Prizewinning eye loot: for a gaze he'll never forget, count on our favorite eye-makeup finds.(The Cosmo Beauty Awards)(Buyers Guide)
October 1, 2003... Best Last-All-Night Shadow Cover Girl EyeShimmer Pen, $5.50 A steamy makeout session usually would make your eye makeup a distant memory, so we were psyched to find this cream eye shadow that can tolerate window-fogging behavior...

Hides-it-all ammo we're hooked on: breakout, schmakeout. No one will know your skin isn't impeccable with these blemish banishers.(The Cosmo Beauty Awards)(Buyers Guide)
October 1, 2003... Best One-Step Wonder Elizabeth Arden Sheer Lights Illuminating Tinted Moisturizer SPF 15, $25 This unbelievable tinted moisturizer takes multitasking to a whole new level. In one tube you get an oil-free hydrator that contains...

First-place face potions: score your smoothest, brightest, clearest complexion ever with our top picks for skin pampering.(The Cosmo Beauty Awards)(Buyers Guide)
October 1, 2003... Essential A.M. Eye Treatment Origins A Perfect World For Eyes, $28.50 Any Cosmo girl who stays up past her bedtime knows the value of a good eye cream, but our gripe with many of them is that they're too goopy. Not so with this...

Top birthday-suit smoothers: these fab finds will leave your entire body so baby-soft, he won't be able to keep his hands off you.(The Cosmo Beauty Awards)(Buyers Guide)
October 1, 2003... Greatest Once-a-Day Cleanser Dove Exfoliating Body Wash, $4 When it comes to prioritizing in the A.M., sleep beats out body sloughing hands down. But with this double-duty body wash/exfoliant, your skin regimen doesn't have to lose out...

Lose weight and freshen your breath ... at the same time!(Cool Tips Hot Buys)(Slim Mints )
October 1, 2003... Now there's no reason to take a regular mint, because Slim Mints help you lose weight too! Slim Mints are refreshing peppermint breath mints with two natural weight loss ingredients. Slim Mints control appetite and increase metabolism. No...

The perfect eye cream?(Cool Tips Hot Buys)(Enlivening Amino-AG Eye Treatment )
October 1, 2003... boscia's Enlivening Amino-AG Eye Treatment hydrates while repairing fine lines with amino acids Alanine and Glutamine. Coix Seed and Vitamin E banish puffiness and dark circles, resulting in eyes that do nothing but sparkle. boscia...

Total body care ... naturally!(Cool Tips Hot Buys)(Zim's Crack Creme)
October 1, 2003... America's fastest growing, pharmacist-recommended first aid skin care line, Zim's Crack Creme, proudly introduces new Zim's Body Lotions and Body Creams. Choose Citrus Fresh[TM] for vitamins and the refreshing, clean scent of fruit extracts....

Mani and pedi MVPs: our award-worthy polishes will inspire you to keep your digits in prime, perfectly painted condition.(The Cosmo Beauty Awards)
October 1, 2003... Longest-Lasting Lacquer Revlon ColorStay Always On Nail Enamel, $6, available in 15 shades If you thought it was way impressive for a nail polish to stay put for a week, you'll be floored that our prizewinner lasted 10 chip-free days....

Superhero hair helpers: our favorite tress-tamers will transform a misbehaving mane into the coif you've always craved.(The Cosmo Beauty Awards)
October 1, 2003... Supreme Styling Cream Redken Lush Whip Styling Cream, $15 It's rare that straight-haired honeys and curly girls can find common ground in their choice of hair helpers. That's what makes this cream such a hair-styling dream. Its mixture...

Totally awesome aromas: even chicks who think they're devoted to their signature scents will flip over these cool new fragrances.(The Cosmo Beauty Awards)
October 1, 2003... Freshest Way to Smell Foxy Ralph Balance Due Daily Shampoo, $12.50 When shopping for a new shampoo, the first thing most of us do is lift up the bottle's cap and smell it. That's because a fabulously fragranced mane can make your honey...

Top no-pro-needed treatments: you don't have to go to a costly spa or salon to pamper yourself, thanks to savvy cash-saving kits.(The Cosmo Beauty Awards)
October 1, 2003... Best Bikini--Line Beautifier Hair Care Down There Ultimate Shaving Kit, $65 Subjecting yourself to a pro waxer isn't the only way to get a perfectly groomed bikini line. This ingenious shaving kit makes down-there hair removal totally...

Get the biggest bang for your buck: once you've purchased your award-winning beauty goods, protect your investment! Here's the necessary know-how to get every penny's worth out of them.(The Cosmo Beauty Awards)
October 1, 2003... Keep Your Products Potent Prevent your stuff from spoiling prematurely with these shelf-life preserving pointers. Play It Cool Storing your nail lacquer in the fridge protects it from fluctuating temperatures, which can affect the...

Your ultimate sexy-hair strategy: follow this crib sheet to find out what hair products you need and how to use them to get the exact effect you seek.(The Cosmo Beauty Awards)
October 1, 2003... Curl-saving clues You have: Frizzy curls You want: Defined tendrils In the shower: Use a moisturizing curl-enhancing shampoo and conditioner. We suggest Bumble and Bumble Curl Conscious Shampoo, $18, and Conditioner, $20. "Don't...

The perfect way to play up your eyes: to make your gaze its most mesmerizing, follow celeb makeup artist Troy Surratt's advice on how to emphasize your eyes according to their shape and size.(The Cosmo Beauty Awards)
October 1, 2003... Hooded Eyes THE CHALLENGE: "When this eye type is open, the lid disappears and you can't see the crease, so you need to create a look of depth," says Surratt. Step 1: Sweep a light shadow from your lash line to halfway up the lid...

Secret ways to bond with your boyfriend: find out what hot, young star duos--and some regular twosomes across the country--are doing to cement their love and ward off future relationship rough patches.(Love And Lust)
October 1, 2003... * The new Hollywood activity? It's not yogalates or Zone dieting, it's couples counseling. Yep, many It Couples are for-going the cliched five-minute marriages and instead seeking professional help to build rock-solid relationships--with...

101 fabulous sex tips: Cosmo dipped into our booty bank (aka tons of hot guys) to find out what mattress moves can catapult a chick from good to "Thank you, God!" great in bed. Prepare to take top honors in the sack.(Love And Lust)
October 1, 2003... * "Some women are good in bed," says Timothy, 27. "And some women are so amazing, you'd do just about anything to make sure there's a next time." Hello, who doesn't want to be the latter? To find out how to be that bedmate-in-demand, we talked...

Get-him-to-call tactics: he asked for your number, then promptly fell off the face of the earth. Sound familiar? Here's how to ensure you hear ringing in your ears.(Love And Lust)
October 1, 2003... * You don't have to rear-end a guy's car to get him to ask for your number. But making sure he calls once he's acquired your digits? That's the hard part. There's a litany of reasons why a man flakes on following through, says Neil Clark...

"The date I dreaded that led to true love": check out these stories from chicks who were expecting a hookup from hell only to fall head over heels for a foxy new fella.(Heart Copy)
October 1, 2003... "One of my mother's close friends talked constantly about her charming son who lived 1,200 miles away. She carried a picture of him in her wallet, and it was quite possibly the most unflattering photo I'd ever seen. He looked chubby and had a...

The true story of Josh's quest for love, lust, and romantic adventure.(Dating Diary)
October 1, 2003... * The story so far: After turning down Svetlana's proposition to be her boyfriend and striking out with Inge, the beautiful chick he met online, Josh only had one woman left to deal with: Carrie.... saturday Just for the hell of it, I...

How to ... get him to hang with your friends: you can condition him to love going out with your crew if you follow these pointers on planning an evening he'll be into.(How To ...)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... Make It a Dude-Friendly Date "Avoid strictly talk-oriented situations or formal environments where he'll be bored or have trouble relaxing," says Michael Gurian, author of What Could He Be Thinking? "Instead, opt for a basketball game, a...

Launch an Amorous attack.(Blow-His-Mind Tip)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The next time your cutie comes over before a date, give him a greeting he won't forget. Skip the perfunctory peck on the cheek and pounce on him pronto. He'll have no qualms about putting your plans on hold and just living for the lusty moment....

"He can be so cheap--it's really annoying.".(Spat Of The Month)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... "His stinginess could stem from a bad past experience, like an ex-girlfriend who used him for his money or a childhood marked by poverty," says George Weinberg, Ph.D., author of Why Men Won't Commit. To reassure him that you're not out to empty...

Signs she wants to have her way with you.(Cosmo For Your Guy)
October 1, 2003... * Sometimes it's fun for us to tell you straight up when we want sex, but other times, we'd like you to step up and seduce us. Since we've figured out that our signals are often lost on you fellas, we thought we'd give you a heads-up, Here, the...

Most women are catty about other women.(Myth of the Month)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... "Any man who thinks that has never been in the ladles' room at a bar. We'll meet a woman in the bathroom line and the next minute, we're sharing lip gloss and shopping info."--Rachel, 26 "Sure, we may turn a little green from time to time,...

How can you become the object of his desire? Forget about always turning off the lights before things get hot. With the help of ephedra-free HYDROXYCUT in your diet and exercise plan, you can achieve a body that'll light up his eyes.
October 1, 2003... * Men are visual creatures and they take great pleasure from seeing you prancing with confidence wearing little more than a lacy cami and a pair of sexy high heels. Sure, it sounds easy enough for women with 36-24-36 measurements, but for many,...

When she cancels the wedding: it takes guts to break off an engagement, but these former brides-to-be did it. Here, why they bailed ... and the warning signs every single woman needs to be on the lookout for.(Hot Topics)
October 1, 2003... * A few years ago, when I was 29, I started dating my running buddy Mark *. Within two months, he brought up moving in together; after six months, he started asking when I'd be ready to get engaged. I was freaked out by how fast things were...

"I had a stepmother from hell": Nancy Garren * was 9 years old when her father remarried. But instead of being embraced by her new stepmom, Nancy became the target of her abuse and the outcast of the family.(Hot Topics)
October 1, 2003... I was 7 when my mother died of breast cancer and my father became the center of my world. Two years later, when my dad remarried, I was excited to have a new maternal figure to look up to. I had no idea that my life was about to become a living...

Accessorize your blonde.(Sheer Blonde)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... The Sheer Blonde styling collection is all the rage for blondes to get the hottest looks without compromising the brightness of their blonde. While some styling products can turn blonde dull, Sheer Blonde helps keep your hair light, bright and...

What's ballsy, what's beyond brazen: Cosmo details the difference between being a brave babe who's going places and one who comes on entirely too strong.(You)
October 1, 2003... Bagging a sexy stranger at a bar BALLSY: Sending him a drink and introducing yourself BRAZEN: Downing shots and introducing him to your areolas Sneaky bad-girl stunt BALLSY: BlackBerrying during a meeting BRAZEN:...

Quickie damage control: realize you've been on a psycho-gutsy spree, terrorizing everyone in your path? Four tricks to salvage your rep.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2003... 1 OWN UP Admitting your indiscretion says you're not afraid of the firing squad. says NYC public relations giant Dan Klores, whose clients include J.Lo. 2 LAUGH ABOUT IT Making fun of yourself--or even letting others rib you about...