Marie Claire articles from April 2006

Marie Claire archives from April 2006

Editor's note.(feeding the hungry)(Editorial)
April 1, 2006... IT IS EASY TO BECOME CYNICAL ABOUT CELEBRITY INTENT IN THIS photo-op world-where a mere visit to the hairdresser for the latest Hollywood it girl becomes a stalking exhibition for the paparazzi. So it was with a healthy bit of skepticism that I...

Flood of thanks.(letters)(Letter to the editor)
April 1, 2006... I am helping St. Bernard Parish deal with the environmental and public-health issues that resulted from Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, so my daughter told me I had to read "'We Will Return'" (January 2006). St. Bernard Parish lies south of New...

Easy to swallow.(letters)(Letter to the editor)
April 1, 2006... I was fascinated by the article "How Many Pills Did You Take This Week?" (Jan. 2006). Marie Claire consistently distinguishes itself with innovative articles. I was moved by AIDS activist Michelle's candor. Her willingness to share the intimate...

Confidence boost.(letters)(Letter to the editor)
April 1, 2006... Thanks for addressing self-esteem in adults ("Does Your Look Match Your Self-Esteem?" Jan. 2006). I also grew up with a clinically depressed mother and had the same feelings of rejection. The result has been a lifelong struggle with...

Marie Claire changed my life!(letters)(Letter to the editor)
April 1, 2006... Inspired by Marie Claire, Karen Long, 31, of Puyallup, WA, is helping to stop domestic violence "In 1999. I left my husband after years of abuse when he threatened to kill my daughter and me. But it wasn't until I read your October 2002...

Free for you.(marie claire exclusives)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
April 1, 2006... $9180 worth of LUXURIOUS TRAVEL items for the/jet-setter in you SLEEK SUNGLASSES (20 TO WIN) WORTH $315 EACH These retro-cool shades from Face a Face (www.faceafaceparis.com) make anyone look like a star. To enter...

What's your spring fashion must-have.(YOU & YOUR WORLD: KNOW MORE, LOVE MORE, LIVE MORE)
April 1, 2006... We asked four in-the-know Marie Claire fashion editors--from Bangkok to Madrid what they can't Live without this season. Now, see how you can get the hottest trends for yourself! THE NETHERLANDS Marjolein, 27, fashion editor, Marie...

How rich are you?(YOU & YOUR WORLD: KNOW MORE, LOVE, MORE, LIVE MORE)
April 1, 2006... In the U.S., it's tax season--when you're weighing everything from your bottom line to vacation time. But take a look around the planet to see how you really stack up! FYI Type in your annual Income at globalrichrist.com to see how...

Which look do guys like best on you?(MEN (EVERYWHERE) CONFESS)
April 1, 2006... We asked guys in four countries (the U.S. included) to pick the style they thought was the hottest--and which was a definite "not" LITTLE BLACK DRESS 41% of men found this the HOTTEST! "This feminine dress emphasizes her figure...

More than a pretty face: in Paris, the world of evening news doesn't often include black women. But don't tell that to Audrey Pulvar.(Q&A)(Interview)
April 1, 2006... Q: What brought you to Paris? A: I attended college at Rouen, studying economics, and studied journalism at the Ecole Superieure de Journalisme. After: ward, I returned home to Martinique, where I got a job reporting the news for Antilles...

Spring's smartest buy.(SHOPPING)
April 1, 2006... Want to make a statement this spring? Invest in one spectacular, fabulously embellished coat--and watch their heads turn. Flip the page for more bold ideas

Newest look you'll love: black and white stripes.(what's hot: UPDATE YOUR LOOK with a wide belt, sexy stripes that work on you & more)(Brief article)
April 1, 2006... This graphic scheme is popping up all over the runways--and on several celebrities. Tip: Stick to black and white, as other combos may come off as too young. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

New designers to the stars.(what's hot: UPDATE YOUR LOOK with a wide belt, sexy stripes that work on you & more)(Brief article)
April 1, 2006... We're in love with the labels behind our favorite style-conscious celebs: VENA CAVA Rachel Bilson and Maggie Gyllenhaal are fans of Vena Cava, which uses interesting details and trim to pretty up its urban look (www.venacavanyc.com). ...

How to wear a wide belt.(what's hot: UPDATE YOUR LOOK with a wide belt, sexy stripes that work on you & more)(Brief article)
April 1, 2006... Mastering the it accessory of the season is a cinch with these tips. Use a wide belt to... CREATE A WAIST: The thicker width gives an hourglass illusion, ADD COLOR: A bright tone adds personality to a monochromatic outfit. ...

Splurge vs steal.(SHOPPING)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
April 1, 2006... Take your pick of this month's best INVESTMENT & greatest deals. The key to creating a chic casual look? find pieces with fabulous detail, like sequins or buckles. They make everything lok rich--even a steal. $98 RALPH LAUREN BLUE...

Obsession possession.(SHOPPING)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
April 1, 2006... Get Mischa Barton's chic crocheted look, for under $100. $95 VINCE at Barneys New York; (212) 896-8900 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] $18.99 CHARLOTTE RUSSE (877) 266-WEAR [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] $29.99 CHARLOTTE RUSSE (877)...

Heavy metal.(SHOPPING)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
April 1, 2006... Day or night in yellow or white, a GOLD BRACELET is always right. 1. David Yurman, $7800; (888) D-YURMAN. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 2. Cartier, $ 11,750; (800) CARTIER. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 3. Chimento, $4370; (800)...

Then & now.(SHOPPING)(women's clothing)(Brief article)
April 1, 2006... GREAT TASTE never goes out of style THE MINIDRESS WHY IT'S HOT Worn religiously in the 1960s, the minidress is back with less swing and more sophistication. THE PANTSUIT WHY IT'S HOT Sixty years ago, Hepburn defied...

Update your closet in 10 pieces--or less.(SHOPPING)(Buyers guide)
April 1, 2006... We revived two weary wardrobes with the help of two A-list designers--in just 10 pieces. Don't believe it? Flip the page to find out how you can do the same WARDROBE CHALLENGE #1 BORING BASICS RIVA, 30 graphic designer "I never think...

Your best body.(BEAUTY)(Brief article)
April 1, 2006... See your IDEAL SHAPE? Trainer David Kirsch tells how to get it SINEWY WHO'S GOT IT: Renee Zellweger, Sienna Miller HOW YOU CAN GET IT: Go heavy on the cardio (i.e., running or stair climbing) up to six times a week for 45...

10 best fashion.(RECOMMENDS)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
April 1, 2006... Spring-fresh shades + easy-chic pieces--fantastic finds, UNDER $100 1 TOP $69, DKNY Jeans; (800) 777-4524. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 2 DRESS $78, Necessary Objects; www.necessaryobjects.com for stores. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

10 best beauty.(RECOMMENDS)(Brief article)
April 1, 2006... Marie Claire's beauty editors pick this month's MUST-HAVES Your Face 1 SWEET CHEEKS Get a pretty pop of color from Bourjois Paris Pastel B usher in Rose D'Or. $13.50. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 2 SHINE STOPPER Try Boscia Rose...

10 best to do.(RECOMMENDS)
April 1, 2006... Movies, books, music, and more... 1 THANK YOU FOR SMOKING Nick Naylor (Aaron Eckhart) is Big Tobacco's PR superstar. But will a tryst with a young reporter (Katie Holmes)lead to his downfall? Don't miss seeing Holmes in a pre-TomKat role...

"What I learned in Africa.".(WORLD HUNGER CAMPAIGN)(UNITED NATIONS WORLD FOOD PROGRAM)(Cover story)
April 1, 2006... WHEN MARIE CLAIRE ASKED DREW BARRYMORE TO JOIN OUR GLOBAL-HUNGER CAMPAIGN, THERE WAS ONLY ONE ANSWER. WITH EDITOR-IN-CHIEF LESLEY JANE SEYMOUR, SHE TRAVELED TO KENYA TO LEARN ABOUT THE UNITED NATIONS WORLD FOOD PROGRAM (WFP). BY OFFERING FREE...

Hunger: the silent emergency.(WORLD HUNGER CAMPAIGN)
April 1, 2006... WHILE YOU ARE READING THIS STORY, 200 PEOPLE AROUND THE WORLD WILL DIE FROM HUNGER. FOUR OUT OF FIVE OF THEM WILL BE WOMEN AND THEIR BABIES. EVERY YEAR, HUNGER KILLS MORE WOMEN THAN AIDS, MALARIA, AND TUBERCULOSIS COMBINED--DESPITE THE FACT...

A victim of her environment: in the barren northwest hills of Kenya, a nomadic tribe struggles for survival. Aid organizations estimate that as many as 65 percent of Turkana people face starvation every year.(KENYA)
April 1, 2006... Fifteen-year-old Arot epero, sweat running down her face, struggles to focus in the sweltering, overcrowded classroom. It isn't easy, as she precariously balances both her schoolbook and a toddler on her lap and tries to ignore the hunger...

The impact of war.(UGANDA)
April 1, 2006... In northern Uganda, a savage rebel insurgency is in its 20th year. An estimated 300,000 people have died; 1.2 million have lost their homes. In squalid, overcrowded refugee camps, women face insufficient food rations and daily sexual assaults,...

Hunger hits home.(UNITED STATES)(38.2 million Americans suffer from hunger)
April 1, 2006... The U.S. is the most agriculturally abundant nation in the world, yet 38.2 million Americans suffer from hunger--an increase of 4.8 million in the last four years. Today, lines at the nation's soup kitchens and food pantries are longer than at...

Conquering hunger--three programs that work.(WORLD HUNGER CAMPAIGN)
April 1, 2006... * AFGHANISTAN When the Taliban killed her husband four years ago, Saima, 25, struggled to support three sons by washing dishes in her village for 300 afghanis a month ($6). But last May, Saima was one of a group of widows chosen to...

Help feed hungry school-children in Kenya: buy this sterling-silver heart locket plated with 18K yellow gold for just $29.95, and join Drew Barrymore and the United Nations World Food Program in the campaign to end hunger.(WORLD HUNGER CAMPAIGN)
April 1, 2006... EACH DAY, 25,000 INDIVIDUALS DIE OF HUNGER-related causes around the world. Children, such as Arot Epero of Kenya (read her story on p. 104), often suffer the most from malnutrition. By offering meals in Kenya's public schools, The United...

Are your shoes sending the right message?(APPEARANCES)
April 1, 2006... You may not know it, but your shoes are big blabber-mouths, broadcasting your deepest secrets. We asked four women to share their collections of boots, heels, and sneaks, then asked a panel of experts for some behind-the-soles personality...

Sex, drugs & celebrity: four stars bare their souls.(REAL LIVES)
April 1, 2006... In an exclusive excerpt from Willa Shalit's upcoming collection of essays, Becoming Myself, Tatum O'Neal, Julia Stiles, Marlee Matlin, and Patti LaBelle share their thoughts on what it means to be a woman (hear them roar!). Their candid stories...

Postcards from the edge.(YOUR SECRETS)(Interview)
April 1, 2006... Admit it: You have a secret so shocking that you've never told a soul. But would you confide in a total stranger? That's just what thousands of women did when Frank Warren handed out blank postcards on the street. What would you divulge? ...

What does he really think of your body? He says you're beautiful, but how does he truly feel about your cellulite, stretch marks, and ample tush? For that matter, how do you feel about his body hair and expanding waistline? Three brave couples bare all and tell the naked truth.(YOUR BODY)
April 1, 2006... KATIE, 27, publicist & JEAN, 27, personal trainer Dating for six months. KATIE ON HER OWN BODY: "My Irish roots mean I have a white, freckly complexion and green eyes. The contrast between my skin and Jean's is beautiful. My body looks as...

Could you survive the Hollywood stripper school?(HUMOR)
April 1, 2006... Ever had one of those moments where you're doing something so un-you, and you stop and ask, How did I get myself into this? Such was the case last Thursday, when I found myself gyrating my butt into another woman's face. But I'm getting ahead...

Horoscope.(YOUR FUTURE)
April 1, 2006... aries (March 21-April 19) HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ARIES! LOOKING FOR LOVE: Your dating life hits warp speed after the 5th. A new love wants you to take him seriously--he may be a keeper! IN LOVE: Your first taste of spring brings out your...

What to wear now.(FASHION)
April 1, 2006... Looking for warm-weather chic? Go for light-as-a-feather, ethereal chiffon, especially when paired with substantial, embellished accessories. Turn the page for more fresh ideas

Out of Africa.(clothes)(Buyers guide)
April 1, 2006... Tribal touches wood, bone, beading--lend an untamed edge to ultra-feminine ruffles embroidery, and chiffon for a luxuriously layered warm-weather look you'll fall in love with this season Top, $590, skirt, $1525, Prada; sandals, $540,...

Flower girls: the fanciful, floral frocks aren't the only things blooming on these pages. Meet the fresh new faces of Hollywood, blossoming at a theater near you.
April 1, 2006... MEAGAN GOOD At age 21, actress Meagan Good learned a hard lesson about the entertainment world. "I started dating someone in the industry, someone well-known," she says, "Before that, I had been with my boyfriend for, like, three and a...

Soft white light.(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
April 1, 2006... Unlike the crisp, sharp whites of previous springs, this year's version is unexpectedly soft and romantic. Wear it head to toe, or mix it with what you already own to update your look THIS PAGE: Vest, $275, Alma Aguilar; top, $78,...

101 ideas: the new whites are anything but basic--texture (think eyelet and crochet) makes them modern. Pair with everything from brights to black for a fresh spring look.(Buyers guide)
April 1, 2006... Top, $44, DKNY Jeans Junior; pants, $59, DKNY Jeans; earrings, $110, Gara Danielle. On eyes: CoverGirl Outlast Smoothwear Eyeliner in Smoke Fashion editor: Maria Divaris. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 1 Top, $258, skirt, $218, Armani Jeans;...

Travel with Marie Claire: what to do, where to stay, and how to give back in Kenya.(Shopping)(Brief article)(Travel narrative)
April 1, 2006... WHERE WE WENT: KENYA, AFRICA Virgin Bush Safaris Ltd. directors (and New York City natives) Lisa Rolls and Cindi Crain have been planning exotic excursions for the adventurous for the past five years. They were gracious enough to...

10 spring looks under $100: yes! You can hit every runway trend this season without going into debt. From decadently detailed bags to subtly sexy dresses, we found every single piece you need to create a fabulously chic wardrobe.(SHOPPING)(Buyers guide)
April 1, 2006... DETAILED BAGS [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SPRING COATS [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] THE COLOR RED [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FITTED BLAZERS [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FLIRTY DRESSES [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] TROUSER...

16 expert answers for eyes, lips, skin.(BEAUTY)
April 1, 2006... Q IS GLITTER DANGEROUS FOR YOUR EYES? A "Glitter can be especially problematic for contact-lens wearers," says Marc Weinstein, an optometrist in New York City. "The little particles can get lodged under lenses and scratch the cornea, which...

The new nails: spring's hot nail look is high shine, no polish. Here's how to go buff.(BEAUTY)
April 1, 2006... PREP Sweep off polish with a piece of gauze or a tissue soaked in an acetone-based remover Next, working from the outer edges in, use nippers to trim nails to your desired length. Then, massage cuticle remover into each nail. After you've...

Flawless-skin find.(beauty ideas FOR YOU: THE LATEST in makeup, skincare, and more)(Brief article)
April 1, 2006... We're obsessed with Neutrogena Mineral Sheers Foundation ($12.25). Not only is it talc-, oil-, and fragrance-free, making it suitable for even the most sensitive skin types, but it's also makeup-bag friendly, since the powder is contained in...

Newsflash!(beauty ideas FOR YOU: THE LATEST in makeup, skincare, and more)(Brief article)
April 1, 2006... The editors of 24 of Marie Claire's international editions have spoken, and the winners of this year's "Prix D'Excellence de Beaute"--awarded to top-quality products from 2003-2005--are: the Nivea Visage Sensitive Balance range, Clarins Liquid...

Mini eye-lift.(beauty ideas FOR YOU: THE LATEST in makeup, skincare, and more)(Brief article)
April 1, 2006... Avon's ANEW Clinical Eye Lift Upper Eye Gel/ Under Eye Cream ($28) features a gel to smooth onto sagging lids and a lotion to apply to bags and dark circles--all in the same jar. How convenient is that? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Direct from Didi.(beauty ideas FOR YOU: THE LATEST in makeup, skincare, and more)(self-tanners)(Brief article)
April 1, 2006... If you read this column last month, you know I'm hooked on slow-build self-tanners for the body--they're actually billed as lotions, but they produce a subtle tint after a few days of use. So I'm very pleased to report that Jergens has just...

Delicious new scents.(beauty ideas FOR YOU: THE LATEST in makeup, skincare, and more)(Brief article)
April 1, 2006... In addition to traditional white-flower and woody notes, the latest aromatic offerings contain more exotic, gourmand ingredients that give the resulting blends a tasty twist. IF YOU LIKE: pineapple TRY: Ferre Eau de Parfum IF YOU...

Sex survey: what 4900 of you really do in bed.(SEX CONFESSIONS)
April 1, 2006... You spared no juicy details when we teamed up with the Tyro Banks Show and the Oxygen Network to find out what you're doing between the sheets. Here's the sultry. sexy, we-can't-believe-you-told-us scoop you divulged in our online sex survey....

101 how-tos.(BETTER LIFE)
April 1, 2006... Marie Claire's monthly guide to everything you've ever wanted to know, from fashion to food to fabulous home-improvement projects Tip: Be sure to try pants on with the shoes you're most likely to wear with them. HOW TO... HEM YOUR...

Corrections.(Correction notice)
April 1, 2006... In the January 2006 issue, on pages 128 and 129, the Curvation thong and cami are both available at Wal-Mart. In February 2006's "Why America Hates Fat Women," in the box on p. 82 titled "A Pregnant Pause," the speaker is not fully identified....

Splurge vs. steal.(BEAUTY)
April 1, 2006... SPLURGE Pop Beauty Kiss Mix in Berry Kiss $10 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] STEAL Indulge Beauty Lip Palette in Decadent Diamond. $2.49 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SPLURGE Cargo SupersEyes Mascara in Violet $18 STEAL...