Cosmopolitan articles from September 2007

Cosmopolitan archives from September 2007

Get more Cosmo: from the all-new Website to our cool satellite-radio station, here's the latest scoop on everything juicy going on in Cosmoworld.(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... WHAT'S HOT ON Cosmopolitan.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 1 Conversation Starters You'll never again be strapped for the perfect icebreaker! These tidbits at cosmopolitan.com/convostarters will make you the most interesting person in...

Relationship smarts.(YOU TELL US)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... "'Questions to Ask Yourself Before... Moving in Together, Getting Engaged, Tying the Knot' really meant a lot to me. I must admit that I've made mistakes in all three categories. If I had been truly honest with myself and sat down with this...

Male call.(YOU TELL US)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... "As one of your male readers, I really enjoyed 'Articles Guys Hope Never Run in Cosmo.' However, there are a few others that would make all of us sweat if they ever saw the light of day: 'The Threesome She Craves: Her + Him + His Best Drinking...

Lost boys.(YOU TELL US)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... "I am a college student in La Crosse, Wisconsin, and all too familiar with boys drowning in the river ['Why Are These Young Guys Dying?']. Getting this story out there so others can see the consequences of too much alcohol is a very good thing....

Guilty pleasure?(YOU TELL US)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... "I was disappointed that the 'Getting in The Zone' part of the article 'Your Orgasm--Guaranteed' encouraged women to imagine getting it on with another man. You say there is no guilt to it, but how do you think a Cosmo girl would feel if her...

Blissful Biel.(YOU TELL US)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... "Of all the strong women who have graced your cover, I think Jessica Biel is the most down-to-earth. She seems so sweet and true to herself, and in Hollywood, it seems that those two traits are a must. I related to her in so many ways--even her...

Dressed for success.(YOU TELL US)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... "Thanks for the creative ideas in 'Summer Work Wardrobe: How Casual Can You Get?' I was going to my job in dress pants every day. Now I am ready to be more stylish at work but still look professional." --Elena Rodriguez, New York

Cosmolicious.(YOU TELL US)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... 'I absolutely love the new cosmopolitan.com. It's easier to navigate and more colorful, and eye-catching. I also love the Daily Cosmo, where I can get my horoscope, among all the other things." --Calia Souder, Frisco, Tex.

(Safe) sun goddesses.(YOU TELL US)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... "Seeing the signatures of top stars in 'I Practice Safe Sun' really made me change my summer tanning routine. I have to admit that reading about a regular girl getting skin cancer didn't do it. But learning that gorgeous stars like Lindsay...

Guys sound off.(YOU TELL US)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... Peek inside the male mind with this month's Web poll. Do you still feel close to an ex-girlfriend? No... 55.7% Yes... 44.3% "I might remain friendly with an ex-girlfriend, but do I feel close? No. We had a lot of great times...

Behind the scenes at Cosmopolitan.(FROM THE EDITOR)(Editorial)
September 1, 2007... SOUL MATES: MYTH OR REALITY? In an age when "till death do us part" often means "till we get bored and split," it's easy to wonder whether The One really exists. Yet according to trend expert and Cosmo contributor Jane Buckingham, most...

Booty blunders.(FROM THE EDITOR)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Our article on page 152 deals with totally normal problems even hot young couples have in bed. Here, readers confess their most mortifying sex snafus. "I tried a new position with my guy. The next day, I woke up...

Girl hot or guy hot?(Hot Sheet: WHAT'S NEW AND BUZZ-WORTHY)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] We asked 50 men and 50 women on the street whether they find Christina Aguilera smokin'. THE VERDICT: GUY HOT! 72% of guys polled said she's hot. 44% of women surveyed agreed.

Decoding the man hug.(Hot Sheet: WHAT'S NEW AND BUZZ-WORTHY)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Guys have never shied away from high-fiving, but these days, the dude embrace seems more popular than ever. Here, body language expert Kevin Hogan, PsyD, breaks down the unspoken rules. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] HEAD Heads are held...

67.(Hot Sheet: WHAT'S NEW AND BUZZ-WORTHY)
September 1, 2007... THE PERCENTAGE OF U.S. MEN WHO'D BE WILLING TO TAKE THE MALE CONTRACEPTIVE PILL SOURCE: DUREX.COM

Passionate personality types.(Hot Sheet: WHAT'S NEW AND BUZZ-WORTHY)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... People with personalities on either end of the sociability scale have more sexual partners, says a new study. Friendly people want to share their affection, and colder types tend to avoid monogamy, so both have a greater number of sexual...

Why "I do" works for men.(Hot Sheet: WHAT'S NEW AND BUZZ-WORTHY)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Guys benefit healthwise from marriage more than women do, a new study says. Researchers believe it's because women may remind their mates about good health practices, such as seeing the doctor and exercising. Women...

Conversation starters.(Hot Sheet: WHAT'S NEW AND BUZZ-WORTHY)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 1 Get your buzz on: One company is now selling a soap called Shower Shock that delivers two cups of coffee's worth of caffeine per shower. 2 The typical woman disposes of about 10,000 pads and tampons in her...

Mother-daughter dynamics.(Hot Sheet: WHAT'S NEW AND BUZZ-WORTHY)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Mothers and daughters are closer than ever, psychologists say. A couple of reasons: Technology makes it easier to communicate, and some parents have taken on a less authoritative role. We asked Cosmo readers: Would...

Talk about labor intensive!(Hot Sheet: WHAT'S NEW AND BUZZ-WORTHY)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] If you're having a hard time getting the graphic birthing scene from Knocked Up out of your head, imagine what it's like seeing it up close for real--especially for guys! "Men aren't used to viewing their mate's most...

Designer G-spots.(Hot Sheet: WHAT'S NEW AND BUZZ-WORTHY)(collagen injections for women's G-spots)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Collagen isn't just for inflating lips. Some plastic surgeons are now administering G-Shots, collagen injections used to plump up women's G-spots to about the size of a quarter. This makes the area more sensitive to...

The fantastic Jessica Alba: with a new movie, Good Luck Chuck, and several others on the horizon, Jessica has gone from sexy rising star to bona fide leading lady. Here, we uncover the sizing actress's dorky side, get-fit trick, and a lot more.(COSMO NEWS: interview)(Cover story)
September 1, 2007... Though Jessica Alba's rockin' bod has played a prominent Role in many of her past acting gigs (just think of the sultry striptease she performed in Sin City and the skin-tight bodysuit she sported in the Fantastic Four series), the 26-year-old...

20 things we all secretly think about celebs: you're in for lots of nodding, forehead hitting, and tons of amens!, because these observations are so true.(COSMO NEWS)
September 1, 2007... 1 Rehab centers should create a frequent-enroller program, and certain young starlets should sign up immediately. 2 What's with Tom Cruise marrying women who are 2 feet taller than he is? A reverse Napoleon complex? 3 The DMV employee...

Could a coworker steal your man away? Not to make you all paranoid, but a guy's 9 to 5 is a breeding ground for flings. Here's why ... and how to stem his temptation.(COSMO NEWS)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Tongues wagged not long ago when Angelina Jolie reportedly performed a sew dance for former costar Olivier Martinez. Though Angelina and current man Brad Pitt seem solid (exhibit 752: their cozy candlelit meal in...

Sisterhood of the wide-legged pants: all over Hollywood, chicks are ditching their skinny jeans in favor of a much more forgiving style: roomy trousers.(COSMO NEWS: Style Stakeout)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... KATIE HOLMES Katie sure has Some really big pants to fill. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] EVA MENDES She's bringing sexy--and supers-pacious--back. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FERGIE Here's proof that Baggy is as hot as...

Sexy vs. skanky.(COSMO NEWS)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... WIPING OUT Matthew McConaughey [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] WIPING OUT Kathy Griffin [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SEXY SKANKY Distressed denim Assless denim chaps Prepping to become a...

Feminine fumble.(CONFESSIONS: Cosmo readers share their most shocking stories and steamiest secrets.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... "A friend at college knew the football team, and I was always trying to get her to introduce me. One day, she surprised me by coming over with a few of the players, including the star kicker. We totally hit it off, and I was psyched when my...

Spice girl.(CONFESSIONS: Cosmo readers share their most shocking stories and steamiest secrets.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... "I invited my man over for dinner and cooked him his favorite meal: chicken fajitas with hot peppers. After eating, we moved right into the bedroom and ended up having great sex. When we had finished, he was acting kind of strange, and he told...

Web of deceit.(CONFESSIONS: Cosmo readers share their most shocking stories and steamiest secrets.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... "A girl I used to work with was a complete slacker, and she spent most of the day on MySpace. After a particularly stressful week, I was totally fed up. To get back at her, I created a MySpace page under her name and uploaded photos of her and...

Driven to vengeance.(CONFESSIONS: Cosmo readers share their most shocking stories and steamiest secrets.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... "When one of my classmates found out which guy I was crushing on, she hooked up with him and then told him all these lies about what a terrible person I was. So when she got a spankin' new white car, I came up with a plan to embarrass her as...

Pants-off dance off.(CONFESSIONS: Cosmo readers share their most shocking stories and steamiest secrets.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... "My boyfriend and I are always trying to keep things fresh in the bedroom. One evening at his place, I put on some music, told him to lie on the bed, and proceeded to take off my clothes while he watched. I could tell he was impressed with my...

Damage control.(CONFESSIONS: Cosmo readers share their most shocking stories and steamiest secrets.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "I'd be impressed with a girl who could laugh it off and make a joke like 'Well, the TV is obviously pretty important to you. How about you tape me, then we can watch it together?' It would lighten the mood and allow...

Eww if by sea.(CONFESSIONS: Cosmo readers share their most shocking stories and steamiest secrets.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... "A couple of weeks after I started dating this guy, he invited me to his family's summer house. A bunch of his friends were going as well, and since I'd never met them before, I really wanted to make a good impression and fit in. On the first...

Caution: player at work.(GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deeds and most shameless scams ever.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... "I went out with this girl Laurie a few times, but she wasn't my type. In fact, she was really clingy and seemed to think that a few hookups meant we were getting serious. I tried to talk to her about it, but she didn't get it. When I heard a...

Raunchy rendezvous.(GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deeds and most shameless scams ever.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... "One afternoon, I went out to eat before soccer practice. After two hours of running around on the field, I was starting to regret eating all that heavy food. Afterward, I stopped by my girlfriend's apartment. I could tell she was antsy to get...

Getting a-head.(GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deeds and most shameless scams ever.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... "When I moved to a new city, I ended up sharing a place with another guy. He had a serious long-distance girlfriend, but whenever she came to see him, they'd get into a fight. On her last visit, they had a major blowout--as usual--and after my...

Too hot to handle.(GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deeds and most shameless scams ever.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... "I went to visit my girlfriend at college, and since we don't get to see each other very often, I wanted to make it special. I decided to surprise her by turning her dorm room into a pleasure palace while she was in class. I spread flower...

Say cheesy!(GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deeds and most shameless scams ever.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... "I'm a pretty good photographer, and I've had a couple of women ask me to take pictures of them for their online-dating profiles. They always dress in supersexy clothing for the shoot and tell me how hard it is to meet guys. Often we end up...

In bad company.(GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deeds and most shameless scams ever.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "My coworker and I are always playing practical jokes on each other. When he asked me to read through a PowerPoint slide presentation that he was supposed to give the next day, I figured it was a good opportunity to...

Hot guy blooper of the month.(GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deeds and most shameless scams ever.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "My girlfriend invited me to Easter dinner to meet her family. I was nervous, so I had a few drinks to calm down. The combo of food and booze wasn't settling right, and I excused myself to go to the bathroom. I threw...

Rent a wreck.(GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deeds and most shameless scams ever.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... "After graduating, my buddies and I rented a house together. Our landlord was a stingy jerk, and when we were moving out three years later, we knew he wouldn't give us back our security deposit. So we took advantage of the fact that he was...

Dirty business.(GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deeds and most shameless scams ever.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... "I'd always had a thing for my coworker. She was hot, smart, and funny... and she had a boyfriend. One day, she showed up at the office and told me that she'd had a big fight with her man. I invited her to lunch to talk about it, and she...

A hairy situation.(GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deeds and most shameless scams ever.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... "One night, my friend and I hit up a nearby club. We met two girls, and my buddy left with one of them. I stayed behind to hang out with the other gift, and when the club closed, I offered to drive her home. When we got to her house, she...

Foul photo op.(GUY CONFESSIONS: Men admit to their dirtiest deeds and most shameless scams ever.)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... "Last summer, a bunch of my friends went to a local amusement park for the day. I'm not a big fan of rides, but the girl I liked came with us, and I wanted to show her what a fun guy I was. When my buddies saw her waiting in line for one of the...

Decode his kiss: whether hard and fast or gentle and erotic, his smooch can clue you in to his carnal cravings. Read on to learn what his lips are trying to tell you.(MAN MANUAL)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Sensual Kiss Soft, lingering, and arousing? Yes, please! This kind of kiss is meant to ignite all of your senses--his hands will roam over your body, and will move gently over yours. "This kiss says that he's...

Suss out if she's more than fling material: observe these qualities in a new prospect to determine if his potential stretches beyond being a playmate.(MAN MANUAL: guy spy)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * His nurturing instincts. If he takes over when you need, say, a new fork or brings flowers when he knows you've had a bad day, he could be a catch because he's naturally thoughtful. Men are on their best behavior...

"Why do they joke at romantic moments?".(the stuff he won't reveal)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "It's a defense mechanism, just like when you shrug off a compliment," says John Gray, PhD, author of the upcoming Why Mars and Venus Collide. So try not to get annoyed when your guy says something dorky in the...

Read between his lines.(MAN MANUAL: guy spy)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] HE SAYS: "You told your friends that BS about me?!" HE MEANS: "Uh-oh--now they're on to me." SOURCE: PSYCHOTHERAPIST GARY STOLLMAN, PHD, AUTHOR OF THE ONLINE BOOK HE SAYS, SHE SAYS

What will really impress him: some girls are cool; others kick ass. here's how to fall into the category.(MAN MANUAL: his point of view)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * Sure, you're sexy, smart, and fun... but so are a lot of other chicks. To really stand out from the pack, it helps to have that something extra--qualities that make a guy go "This girl is freakin' awesome!" You'll...

"How I tried to impress her".(guys speak out)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... "In high school, I put a fake tattoo of a keyhole on my chest and gave my girlfriend a key, telling her that my heart was already hers. It was so cheesy." --Nathaniel Jones [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "I started seeing a girl just...

Guy without his shirt: check out this month's half-naked hunk.(MAN MANUAL)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Name: Scott Andreasen Age: 22 Height: 6 feet Weight: 175 pounds Sign: Scorpio Hometown: Port Orchard, Washington My favorite "The sexy point where her...

The right things to say when...(SHOW THIS TO YOUR MAN)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * Sooner or later, your girl's going to say something that throws you off guard. Unless you like the taste of your foot in your mouth, you'll want to have these responses at the ready. SHE SAYS: "Do I look fat in...

Women prefer sweet sex.(Myth of the Month)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "Hey, it's nice to have romantic sex on occasion, but it really doesn't get the job done for me like passionate, hair-grabbing, wake-the-neighbors action." --Tonya, 26 "Soft and sweet sex is nice for a few...

Celebrity spotlight: Access Hollywood's Nancy O'Dell is known for getting sizzling star scoop. Here, the top interviewer gives Cosmo some juicy exclusives.(informer)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [1] Long before Orlando Bloom played Will Turner in the Pirates of the Caribbean series, he was a clay trapper he launched clay discs into the air for people to practice their shooting skills. [ILLUSTRATIONS...

Paging the love doctor: answers to your most probing questions about celeb relationships from Beverly Hills psychotherapist Bella Dishell.(informer)
September 1, 2007... Q. Usher and his fiancee were friends long before getting engaged. What are some signs that a friendship with a guy could be relationship-bound? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] LOVE DOCTOR: Strong relationships are based on trust and...

TV's sexiest shows: for the past few years, prime time has been downright prudish, thanks in large part to the backlash over the Janet Jackson boob-flashing incident. Luckily, television has gotten its groove back ... and it's steamier than ever! Here, six of the most sizzling shows.(informer)(Television program review)
September 1, 2007... GREY'S ANATOMY [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ABC's highly addictive show is the pacesetter when it comes to libidinous story lines--the McDreamy love triangle was only the beginning! Extramarital affairs and sexy skeletons Coming out of the...

Rapunzel hair: Hollywood's hottest ladies are letting down their locks with ultrafeminine, back-grazing styles.(informer: Beauty)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... CIARA Is it actually reaching all the way to her butt? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] CARRIE UNDERWOOD Long shot: Carrie takes it down a notch. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] HAYDEN PANETTIERE She really knows how to go the distance. ...

What Hollywood is wearing: fashion consultant to the stars Rachel Zoe gives her up-to-the-second style tips, tricks, and observations.(informer: stylist)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... WELL SUITED "Three-piece suits have this sexy androgynous appeal to them. If that's too much, try a tailored jacket and wide-legged pants in the same color. I wear white suits all year round, but a pinstripe is perfect too." ...

Fun fearless female: Natasha Bedingfield.(infomer)(Interview)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... BREAKING DATING RULES "I've told a man he was beautiful. I'm not weird, but it's like we're all doing a dance. We don't say 'I love you' because what if he doesn't say it back?" [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] TRIPPING OUT "I've...

Man of fire: Adam Levine.(informer)(Interview)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * Is there anything sexier than a guy who wears his heart on his sleeve? If Maroon 5'S first album, Songs About Jane, and their latest CD, It Won't Be Soon Before Long, are any indication, the answer is Hell no....

7 things to crave right now: this just in: the list of the latest happening styles you'll lust for.(Fun Fearless Fashion)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... 1 Alexander Wang's Tee Shirt Dress $598, Jake, 773-271-5253 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 2 Patent Peep-Toes Lela Rose for Payless, $25, payless.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 3 A Versatile Indoor/ Outdoor Jacket Sisley, $229,...

Neon signs: the fashion crystal ball predicts brighter days and nights ahead. Thumbs-up for that! Soslip on the flashiest shades you can find.(Fun Fearless Fashion: FALL NEWS: BRIGHTS)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Bracelet, Forever 21, $6, forever21.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Top, Rebecca Beeson, S52, The Shop at Equinox Fitness, 212-750-4900 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Skirt, J. Crew, $88, jcrew.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Boots,...

Tough love: let out your inner badass by daring to wear the latest stash of hard-core, edgy leather.(Fun Fearless Fashion: FALL NEWS: LEATHER)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Tank top, Hannah Jo, $196, Juli Mei 732-449-0021 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Jeans, Killah, $119, 212-575-0315 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Clutch, The Limited, $36, 800-756-4449 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Boots, House of Dereon,...

Soft seduction: cozy sweaters take a sexy, sophisticated turn this season. Snuggling is still encouraged though.(Fun Fearless Fashion: FALL NEWS: KNITS)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Cardigan, Lutz and Patmos for Uniqlo, $129.50, uniqlo.com; dress, Lure Clothing, $145, lureclothing.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Shoes, Nine West, $89, macys.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Bracelet, Banana Republic, $38,...

Precious metals: shimmer, sparkle, and shine! Luxe looks are so playful, they make getting dressed a party.(Fun Fearless Fashion: FALL NEWS: METALLICS)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Top, A.B.S by Allen Schwartz, $188, 310-393-8770 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Jeans, Paris Hilton, $98, macys.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Shoes, Naturalizer, $50, naturalizer.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Pumps, Via Spiga,...

The hottest shapes: from billowy bottoms to way-wavy tops, the newest clothes come in all sizes and silhouettes.(Fun Fearless Fashion: FALL NEWS)(Buyers guide)
September 1, 2007... Mini-Jackets MARTIN GRANT [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Soulmates, $39, dillards.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Miss Bisou for JCPenney, $48, jcp.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] RICHARD CHAI [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ECI...

Bling it on: go big or go home! It's time to pile on fabulous fake jewelry in gigantic styles that will make your eyes bulge out.(Fun Fearless Fashion: ACCESSORIES REPORT)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Necklace, Isaac Manevitz for Ben-Amun, $300, ben-amun.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Cuff, Lydell NYC, $68, Jule, 614-847-5853 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Belt, Betsey Johnson, $90, betseyjohnson.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Wild things: faux animal prints, head to toe? Now's that's scary. Just a touch is all you need to look totally ferocious.(Fun Fearless Fashion: ACCESSORIES REPORT)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Cuff, Wilson's Leather, $12, wilsonsleather.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Satchel, Fashion Flairs, $55, fashionflairs.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Clutch, Chinese Laundry Bags, $52.50, chinese laundrybags.com [ILLUSTRATION...

Patent desire: a shiny face? Skip it; it's not your thing. But sporting shiny leather accessories? You're all over that look.(Fun Fearless Fashion: ACCESSORIES REPORT)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Bag, Rimistyle, $110, rimistyle.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Boots, Betsey Johnson, $295, amazon.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Bag, Cole Haan, $250, colehaan.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Clutch, Aldo, S40, aldoshoes.com ...

Fall fashion checklist: we boil down the trends of the season so you can focus on burning up the scene.(Fun Fearless Fashion)(Photograph)
September 1, 2007... 1 Rock an Oversize Clutch ... And not just at night! Casual daytime features to seek: leather, sporty stripes, or a big buckle. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 2 Go for Gray Tights Give your black pair a breather, and swap this...

Leading lady: she won't share Heath, but you can steal Michelle Williams' look.(Fun Fearless Fashion: STAR STYLE)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Dress, DKNY Jeans Juniors, $79, 800-777-4524 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Clutch, Steve Madden, $48, stevemadden.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Boots, Jeffrey Campbell, $179 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Dress, Steve Madden, $89,...

Style scoop: act fast--you've gotta grab these superhot items while they last. Seriously. Go. Now.(Fun Fearless Fashion: SHOPPING NEWS)(women's clothing)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... A Bra That's 100 Times Better These days, clothing is cut in all kinds of shapes, which is why the Victoria's Secret Very Sexy 100 bra is destined to make ta-ta history. Its straps can be arranged 100 ways to go under halters, V necks,...

The Beckhams are coming!(Beauty News: The hot trends, tips, and stuff you've gotta try this month)(david and Victoria Beckham's perfumes)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] TomKat and Brangelina, you have competition. The Beckhams have landed in Hollywood. And along with their hair pomades and bronzing oils, they've brought his and hers scents, called Intimately Beckham, $45 each....

Clear eyes Rx.(Beauty News: The hot trends, tips, and stuff you've gotta try this month)(cosmetic trends)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] If your red-eye problems continue off camera, your eyeliner might be to blame. Makeup artist Troy Surrat has a trick to lessen the sting: Before dipping your brush into a powder-based eyeliner, wet the tip with...

Supersmart makeup.(Beauty News: The hot trends, tips, and stuff you've gotta try this month)(cosmetic products)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Picking the perfect makeup shades for every skin tone would stump even Einstein. But the new self-adjusting products are so clever, they do all the work. Almay Smart Shade Bronzer in Sunkissed, $8.99, DDF Enhancing...

Ultrasexy violets.(CELEB LOOK)(blush on color)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Who says blush has to be all rose?" Check colors with violet undertones soften the skin and counteract redness " says makeup artist Lucia Pieroni who dusted models' cheeks with lilac at Vera Wang's fall runway show....

Mousse bounces back.(Cosmo Hair)(hair mousse and styling)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] We love a good '80s comeback story, so we were thrilled to see mousse reappear backstage at the fall runway shows. "New formulas create fullness without tacky residue," says Tresemme hairstylist Nathaniel Hawkins....

All eyes on you.(Cosmo Hair)(hair care and personal appearance)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Here's a surprising fact: When your hair looks great, it draws people's attention not to your hot do but to your face, according to a new study by Pantene Pro-V. On the flip side, if you're having a bad hair day,...

Swept up and sultry.(STAR STYLE)(hair style)(Photograph)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This sexy, slept-in updo is one style that actually says to guys "Please touch me!" And it couldn't be easier to pull off. Gather up hair, and twist strands around a hair stick or pencil. Push in bobby pins until...

Take the summer out.(Color Tips)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Like that fling, your beach hair hue isn't always appealing come Labor Day. Madonna's colorist, Steven Tapp of Argyle Salon, reveals how to revamp your look for fall. BLONDS [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Counteract brassiness by painting...

Get your citrus kicks! You won't need to shake any trees to find these fresh and tangy beauty temptations.(Beauty Loot)(Buyers guide)
September 1, 2007... Sinkside Treats Wash these fruits with water, but don't eat them! Gianna Rose Atelier Soaps in Limonade and Citron Vert, $30 for four, will make hands smell delicious. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Luscious Lip Tint Bobbi Brown...

Stylish lock stars: add dazzle to your do in seconds with one of fall's flirty hair accessories.(Beauty Loot)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Tress Texturizer Victoria's Secret So Sexy High-Definition Illuminating Hair Pomade, $12.50, adds body to your mane so headbands and pins will stay in place all day. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Floral Flourish Slide this Colette...

Beauty Q&A: every month, we answer a bunch of your burning beauty questions.
September 1, 2007... Q What causes the thin red veins around nose? My nose? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A "Probably excess sun exposure," says NYC derm Jody Alpert Levine. UV rays inflame capillary veins and weaken your skin's top layer, so the red lines become...

7 skin-care myths busted! You can see straight through a bad pickup line. (Stars in your eyes? Puh-leez.) But when it comes to beauty, there are still some falsehoods floating around that you might not be on to yet. Get ready to wise up.(COSMO BEAUTY BOOK)
September 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] THE MYTH: Using more of a product will make it work faster. THE TRUTH : "In most cases, heaping on a skincare product is only going to land you in the dermatologists office faster," says Kenneth Beer, a...