Cosmopolitan articles from September 2001

Cosmopolitan archives from September 2001

To create vanessa's look.(cosmetic tips)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Face: To give Vanessa sassy girl-next-door appeal, makeup artist Brigitte Reiss-Andersen used Clinique cosmetics. First, using the Rich Texture Eye Shadow Trio in Mink, she swept the nude beige hue across her lids, then used the golden shade on...

Viva Vanessa!(model Vanessa Lorenzo)(Brief Article)(Interview)
September 1, 2001... Since her first Cosmo cover in March, Vanessa Lorenzo's career has skyrocketed. No stranger to the camera (she began filming commercials at age 11), the 23-year-old Barcelona-born bombshell stars in ad campaigns for Pantene, Escada, and Hugo...

Mega Man Mysteries.(how men bewilder women)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... * Really, it's no secret around here that we're nuts about men--we're constantly thinking of new ways to bring you the freshest info on the totally tantalizing but frequently perplexing other sex. As you probably know, in November we're...

COSMO MAILBOX.(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2001... "July's 'Put More Loco IN Your Love' sure spiced up my sex life--my guy loved my fake tattoo!" Pamela Fein, Montreal lusty list "As if your list of summer turn-ons (July's 'What's Sexy From A-Z') wasn't hot enough, the guy on the...

Clarification.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Captain Morgan Rum is not affiliated in any way with the Captain Morgan's Retreat mentioned in "Terror in a Tropical Paradise" (August).

Cosmo readers share their most shocking stories and steamiest secrets.
September 1, 2001... "My boyfriend, Tom, and I had spent the night at his parents' house and were getting ready to drive back home. I was on my way down the hail when I passed my boyfriend, who was bending over. His butt was sticking up in the air, so I spanked him...

Men admit to their dirtiest deeds and most shameless scams ever.
September 1, 2001... psychic seduction "I'm in a long-distance relationship with my girlfriend, so every month, we meet at a halfway point for a weekend of great sex. On one trip, my girlfriend really wanted to go shopping, sol decided to hang around the hotel...

COSMO CONFIDENTIAL.(brief celebrity notes)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Juicy scoop on the newest addition to Brad and Jennifer's group of Friends, Gwyneth's indecent proposal to Rob Lowe, and so much more JENNIFER ANISTON Will Survive Jennifer might not want to tell the brass at NBC what one of her...

Chris Klein.(actor)(Brief Article)(Interview)
September 1, 2001... On getting discovered, goofing off, and the reason his new flick, Rollerball, makes him weak in the knees * If you want to know what it's like to lead a charmed life, just ask Chris Klein. He has two sizzling flicks out this summer,...

Fall TV You'll Flip For.(new television programmes)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Hope you have a comfy couch--your butt's gonna be planted to it as you get addicted to these shows, including a slew of CIA dramas. ALIAS (9:00-10:00 P.M. SUN., ABC) PLOT: Jennifer Garner plays Sydney Bristow, a grad student by day and...

Star House-Swapping.(celebrity homes)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... In Hollywood, houses get around almost as much as Charlie Sheen. Here's a peek at the homes where multiple celebs have nested. 1. Madonna to Jenna Elfman HOUSE HANDOFF: Jenna Elfman and husband Bodhi snatched up Madonna's Los Feliz,...

Would you ask your man to sign a prenup?(prenuptial agreement)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... More and more women are making their guy sign on the dotted line before saying "I do." For years, men have asked their future wives to sign prenuptial agreements. But now, increasing numbers of women are requesting prenups of their own,...

What He Says Behind Your Back.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Ever wonder what your guy talks about when you're out of earshot? * If you suspect that when you leave the room--and leave him surrounded by buddies and some beer--your boyfriend's lips start to take on a Jell-O-y consistency you're right....

How to Dig What You do.(contentment in one's professional life)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... When you're personally invested in your profession, says prosecutor and novelist Linda Fairstein, you'll always be psyched about going to work. As a prosecutor specializing in sex crimes, I have spent years dedicating myself to putting...

"My boyfriend wants to watch another man have sex with me. Should I go through with it just to please him?".(advice column)(Column)
September 1, 2001... raunchy request My boyfriend keeps begging me to have sex with another man while he watches, and he says that he'd love me even more if I'd agree. I asked how he could bear seeing me with another guy if he loves me. His answer was that...

What to Wear Now.(fashion)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Fashion director Elaine Farley gives the up-to-the-second scoop on fall's best trends. It's a fashionista's favorite time of year: the start of fall, when new styles hit the stores and you get to decide which ones you'll snatch up. Our...

THE NEW ESSENTIALS.(fashion)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... 6 Gotta-Get Fall Trends Give your closet a cutting-edge update with Cosmo's shopping list of key catwalk-inspired purchases-we found versions to fit every fashion budget. Trend Tip Sheet Trend Tip Sheet * The blouse. The...

Be a Tantalizing Tomboy.(fashion)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... On your next night out, surprise him by mixing a stolen-from-the-boys element into a feminine outfit. It's a superhip look that'll get him jonesing to see the real girl underneath. The Boy Cap Houndstooth newsboy cap, Selima, $125;...

Any-Season Sexy.(fashion)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... A foxy warm-weather frock can be easily transformed for cooler temperatures and the more formal mood of fall. Just add a smart cover-up and chic new accessories. Printed deep V-neck dress, Bebe, $118, 877-BEBE-NOW; tortoiseshell combs,...

Bewitching Blues.(denim accessories and clothing)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Denim is definitely one of a girl's best friends--so laid-back but slyly lust-inspiring too. Luckily it's as fashionable as ever, in all sorts of exciting new forms this fall. The Minidress Denim dress, Hot Kiss, $45; barrette,...

Fall Shoe Special.(footwear fashion)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Read up on the hottest new shoe trends, then flip the page to find fantasy footwear to fit every area of your life: workdays, play days, and working-it nights. The coolest-looking feet to strut down the fall catwalks were clad in...

Why J.Lo Always Looks Amazing.(Jennifer Lopez)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... While conquering the entertainment world as a cinema star and a chart-topping songstress, Jennifer Lopez has picked up a third enviable title: trendsetting style icon. You can crib her million-buck fashion and beauty looks (even on a low-dough...

Makeup Trends.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... When models sashay down the runway clad in the coolest new clothes, their faces reveal the top makeup trends of the coming season. Here, the effects to crib to look hip and hot. 1. Flirty flushed cheeks: Score trendy flesh-tone cheeks by...

How to ace gorgeous arches.(eyebrow grooming)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Shading your brows with a pencil or powder is key to creating a polished effect, says Eliza Petrescu of NYC's Avon Salon and Spa. So which method should you use? Here's the scoop: Choose a pencil if you need to enhance the shape of your brow or...

WIN IT! SEXY SCENT.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Blame it on Ricky, but Latin madness is still storming the nation and it seems like everyone's shaking their bonbons to south-of-the-border-inspired tunes. Maybe that's why our beauty editors can't keep their hands off of Liz Claiborne's new...

"Do I need to use a toner after cleaning my face?".(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Although there are conflicting opinions on the topic, dermatologists tend to agree that most people don't need toner. "A toner is unnecessary if you have normal, dry, or combination skin," says Jeanine Downie, a dermatologist in Montclair, New...

Pro Trick: Use One Shadow Two Ways.(cosmetic application)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... A great tip we picked up from Tarte makeup artist Rosie Rodriguez. You can make one eye shadow do double duty to create two very different looks. When applied with a wet brush, any eye shadow will look more intense and dramatic than the sheer...

Stretch Your Summer Glow.(application of multihued bronzers)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Ready to part with your sexily sun-kissed face? We didn't think so. To the rescue: new multihued bronzers. Their mix of dark and light tones creates a natural-looking faux glow and avoids the muddy effect of some single-tone bronzing powders....

Dress Your Tresses in a Blue Hue.(hair accessories)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... To keep a touch of carefree summer style post-Labor Day, decorate your strands with sky-colored trinkets. Some of the coolest fall hair accessories come in a variety of blue shades, which offset a lingering tan beautifully. Clockwise from top...

REPORT: THE NEW WAXES AND POMADES.(hair preparations)(Brief Article)(Product Announcement)
September 1, 2001... If you've ever tried to create a messed-up-on-purpose coif, you may have found that using a pomade or wax can backfire big-time, making locks look greasy and limp. Good news: These stylers now come in spray and mousse forms, which makes them...

Christina's quick-change mane.(hair styling)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Think it's impossible to wear your strands pin-straight one day and girlie-curly the next? Scratch that thought. With the right cut and styling stuff, transforming your tresses will be a cinch. "If you want your mane to morph easily, try a...

How to fix a kink.(undoing hair tangles)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Who hasn't suffered the annoyance of ending up with a weird bump in her hair after taking out a ponytail or getting up from a nap? There is a simple solution to this strand snafu, says Cheryl Marks, a celebrity hairstylist. Her advice: Don't...

WHAT DUDES THINK OF YOUR DO.(men's assumptions on personality based on women's hairstyle)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... A guy who crosses a club to meet you has assessed you before you open your mouth, but it's not just your curves or thigh-high mini that speaks to him. When a guy first eyes you, he makes an assumption about your personality based on your locks...

Quick tip: sexy ponytail pointer.(hair styling)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... The next time you wear your hair in a ponytail, turn this simple style into an ultracoquettish coif statement with this trick: Spritz your tail with a setting lotion, then divide into three sections and wrap each one around a large Velcro...

Fall's Hottest Hair Hue.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... The most ravishing tress tint now is auburn. Here's the secret to copping Rose McGowan's red-hot shade. If you've been tempted to try red hair but are scared of winding up with goth-girl eggplant or a cartoony ruby shade, put your fears to...

BEAUTY Q & A.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... My hair is fried from the sun. Any tips? If summer fun has wreaked havoc on the health of your hair, pamper your tresses back to their prime with this daily at-home conditioning routine suggested by Gil Ferrer, owner of Gil Ferrer salon in...

COSMO BUFF.(exercise and fitness)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... "I love yoga, but it's the only exercise I do. Will it help me lose weight?" It depends on the type of yoga you do and how frequently you do it. More vigorous styles, like Astanga, Jivamukti, and Power, run quickly through a series of...

PLEASURES.(peppermint in aromatherapy)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Feeling sluggish now that summer's winding down? These sweet-smelling leaves are an instant energizer. Peppermint can totally stimulate your senses, according to aroma-therapist Stephanie Tourles, author of 365 Ways to Energize Mind, Body,...

YOUR BODY.(brief health notes)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... BREAST CHECK BREAST-CANCER CAUTION Think you're too young to get screened? Read this. About 10,000 women under age 39 get breast cancer each year, according to the American Cancer Society. And cancer that strikes at a young age is...

COSMO GYNO.(brief sexual health notes)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... New research shows you're fertile for more days of the month than you might think. A Woman's pregnancy-prone zone is a lot less predictable than experts previously believed. Doctors have assumed a woman's fertile days fall in the middle of...

COSMO CAREERS.(career advice)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... "How can I get my boss to stop sharing her personal info?" "The key is to be subtle yet respectful," says Todd Domke, coauthor of Cain and Abel at Work. Carry files with you at all times so you can politely indicate that you're too busy to...

GUY SPY.(relationship advice)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... the secret he wants to spill Just because we check out other women doesn't mean we lust for them. Men are programmed to be attracted to women, and when a pretty female enters our line of vision, we look--some of us more subtly than...

My Most Romantic Getaway With Him.
September 1, 2001... Cosmo readers share their sweetest stories of beyond-blissful rendezvous... "My boyfriend and I had been together for about nine months when I came home from work to find a surprise. He had packed the car and told me he was taking me to a...

WHY DON'T YOU...(relationship advice)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... ... sport his Skivvies. Although the trend in Tinseltown is to swap knickers with your significant other--Kate Hudson and Chris Robinson did it underneath their wedding garb, and Billy Bob Thornton admits he wears wife Angelina Jolie's...

Get Ready to Reach Nooky Nirvana.
September 1, 2001... Want to launch an out-of-this-world lust life? Follow these shortcuts to merging with your man and the doors to passion paradise will fly open. * There are times when sex is good, times when it's great, and then there are times you and...

Cosmo's Guide to a Fab First Date.
September 1, 2001... We talk you through the emotionally sapping, stomach-churning arduous event, from hello hell to the hovering good-night kiss question. Suddenly, the sky looks bluer, the grass seems greener, and nothing can wilt your perma-grin. Nope, you...

"I Survived a Terrorist Attack".(Jennifer Kudrik talks about the attack on the USS Cole)
September 1, 2001... Twenty-two-year-old Jennifer Kudrik was on board the USS Cole when it was bombed. Here, she tells how she lived through the horrifying event. As told to Melba Newsome * When I was 5, I visited my grandmother in Florida and fell in...

The Dumb-Ass Thing I Did to Keen a Guy.
September 1, 2001... Check out these twisted tales from chicks who chucked their self-esteem when they were about to be kicked to the curb. * It's easy to freak when you start to think that the man of your dreams is planning to ditch you. No matter how much you...

Confessions of a Masseuse.
September 1, 2001... A massage therapist reveals the dirty details of her job, from come-ons to gross-outs. Plus, the shocking secret she's never spilled...until now. * Chances are, if you're in your 20s, you've indulged in a professional full-body massage....

How to Get Your Beau to Bare His Soul.
September 1, 2001... Want to be your go-to girl no matter what's on his mind? Cosmo found simple ways to gain his trust so you can become tighter than ever. * You've spent enough time with your guy to know that he's grouchy in the morning, likes his steak...

Caught in Their Kinkiest Moment!(interpersonal relations)
September 1, 2001... Before you and your man take your nooky to the next naughty level be sure to take in these X-rated accounts of unbelievable midboink busts. * You're an adventurous little vixen, so you dare to explore your sexual boundaries, just a little,...

Your Freshman-Year Survival Bible.(college life)
September 1, 2001... Those thick university brochures don't tell you jack about how to handle Greek guys, weirdo roommates, and cafeterias that make you balloon to twice your size. Cosmo scooped the real story on coed life. * Picture it: Hot guys tossing...

Fun fearless female report.(nightclubs in Sacramento, CA, and Fort Worth, TX)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... We scoured the country to find the most Fun Fearless Females, and each month two of them dish on what's going down in their towns. Melanie Levy, 25 Singer, Sacramento, California One of the best places to catch a local concert is...

Confession of the month.(how one person dealt with getting over a relationship)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... "My friend kept bragging about her loyal beau, knowing I'd just broken up with a cheater. I had my hot cousin hit on her man. Later, my friend received a videotape of her naked boyfriend being tied up by my cousin. That shut her up for good."...

Loose-lip backlash.(interpersonal relations)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... "I thought I'd hung up after calling my girlfriend, so I told my friend about all the girls' phone numbers I had gotten that night. She heard it all and dumped me." John Soular "At a party, I told friends that my girlfriend didn't do...

QUICK TIP.(cosmetic application to achieve fuller lips)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Everyone knows a plumped-up pout can have a magnetic pull on a man, so we were psyched when celebrity makeup artist Valerie Sarnelle spilled her secret for making any pucker look plus-size. First, coat your lips with foundation and let it dry....

A Face Freshener at Your Fingertips.(facial massage)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Massage your visage for megarelaxing impact. Want to get your skin to glow and your mind to slow? Try this facial massage created by makeup artist Nancy Sprague. For five minutes, warm your face over a bowl of hot water and two chamomile...

STAR-POWERED HOT SPOTS.(sensitive body areas according to zodiac signs)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Surprise! Your birth sign can direct you (and your guy) to the most feel-fab zones on your body, according to astrologer Darryl Gaines. ARIES A headstrong leader like you melts for sensual scalp rubs that instantly mellow your mind. ...

The true story of one woman's quest for love, lust, and adventure.
September 1, 2001... * The story so far: Ben and Jackson are history, but Maggie had a great date with older, luxe-lifestyle Luke--just before he left for Australia for a month. But her upcoming trip to Brazil gave her something to look forward to.... saturday...

The New Babe on the Block.(actress Jennifer Crystal Foley)(Brief Article)(Interview)
September 1, 2001... Once and Again's Jennifer Crystal Foley dishes about playing a bitch, life with her famously funny father, and marrying her dream man. * When Jennifer Crystal Foley landed the part of Christie, Sela Ward's bitchy boss on the hit TV show...

COSMO'S KAMA SUTRA 4.(sexual techniques)
September 1, 2001... You were all so blown away by last year's ultrasexy pleasure manual that we couldn't not indulge you again--with an even hotter batch of devilishly delightful sex moves. * Cosmo readers just can't get enough of our getting-it-on guides...

5 hidden love hurdles.(relationship advice)
September 1, 2001... What are sneaky, silent, and sinking their fangs into your union? Inconspicuous factors you'd never suspect could poison your bond. Here, how to spot them. * Even if you think you have a pretty good thing going with your man, don't assume...

WHO KILLED THE GOLDEN GIRL OF GREENWICH?(Martha Moxley)
September 1, 2001... In 1975, Martha Moxley, a beautiful young woman from an affluent Connecticut suburb, was brutally murdered. Now her alleged killer, Kennedy cousin Michael Skakel, is going to trial. Listen in as her friends and family paint a portrait of a...

Stars Who Sue the Tabloids.
September 1, 2001... A war is raging between Hollywood heavies and the gossip rags that dish the dirt on them. From gay affairs to parties thrown for pooches, here, the most salacious stories celebs have gone to court over. Friends Stars X-Posed: Rachel,...

WARNING LIVING TOGETHER MAY RUIN YOUR RELATIONSHIP.
September 1, 2001... Couples who share a roof before marriage are more likely to get divorced. Cosmo explores how cohabitation can threaten a happily-ever-after future. When Kristina Mahaffey moved in with her boyfriend of a couple months, she didn't think...

GET A GORGEOUS GLOW FROM HEAD TO TOE.
September 1, 2001... All the know-how you need (from time proven home remedies to news on breakthrough potions and lotions) to achieve lit-from-within luster on every inch of your bod. * Since men, like moths, are drawn to sources of light and radiance, you...

5 SEXY NEW HAIRSTYLES.
September 1, 2001... We guarantee these drop-dead dos will be turning heads this fall. Suss out which one will suit you then steal the pro pointers we picked up. Are you ready to have a love affair with your hair? * Just as you're trading in beach-worn sandals...

Take control of your destiny.
September 1, 2001... Lingering in a job you loathe? Freaked that you'll never find The One? Join the crowd. More and more young women are experiencing what's being called a Quarterlife Crisis. Here, Cosmo helps you get a grip so you can feel fabulous about your...

The Secret Meaning Behind His Touches.
September 1, 2001... The way a man holds your hand or moves in for a kiss can reveal his deepest emotions. Uncover the clues you need to crack his contact code. * Unless you consider Dionne Warwick and her psychic network of friends to be passion-predicting...

WHAT'S UP DOWN THERE.(Vagina examination)
September 1, 2001... If you find your vagina to be a vexing region, relax. Cosmo takes you on a guided tour below the belt to examine everything from the purpose of pubic hair to the science behind pleasure. Plus, we tell you what you must do to protect your sexual...

Driven to the Edge of Desire.
September 1, 2001... When Daisy transformed herself from a so-so librarian into a seductress her new look lured the hunky sheriff Will his womanizing ways keep her from giving in to his advances? * Daisy finally decided to give herself a makeover, but she had...

PICK-HIM-UP-POINTER.(shopping for her)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Make HIM Your Personal Shopper Spot a stud in the Gap or another unisex store? Ask him for his expert guy opinion on clothing you're considering. The male species may not share our shopping genes, but they love commenting on what looks...

DATING DAZED AND CONFUSED.(last minute date)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... "He called Friday for a Saturday date. Do I seem desperate if I go?" If your last-minute man just scored concert tickets or got invited to a party two hours before, it's fine to accept his invite. But if he repeatedly asks you out with...

ROMANCE RITUAL.(how cleaning house can be foreplay)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Stage a Carnal Cleaning Day The most pleasurable way to get your guy's apartment spick-and-span so you actually want to sleep over: Show up at his place in a skimpy tank top, rolled-down sweats, and rubber gloves. Get on all fours together...

The Coolest Cocktails.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Since the latest trend in tipples is fruity, frosty tiki drinks, mix up these intoxicating concoctions and you're guaranteed to get a party started. * As the story goes, the mai tai was created by the original owner of Trader Vic's, whose...

Five Awesome Autumn Nights.(activities for friends and couples)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2001... Get into the fall swing with these cool new things to do after hop on the bingo bandwagon This cruise-ship favorite is appearing on the hippest social calendars, says Cosmo's trend tracker, Jane Rinzler Buckingham. And you don't need...