Marie Claire articles from February 2004

Marie Claire archives from February 2004

Behind the scenes.(editor's note)
February 1, 2004... 1 Tell men what you rally want * Does he buy you a blender when you're hoping for baubles? Does he go like the Energizer Bunny but stop just before he hits your special spot? That's because he doesn't know better! So here's your golden...

The truth about me?(editor's note)
February 1, 2004... The truth about me? I'm an unfortunate goody-two-shoes. (I can never lie, and as a kid, I used to pick up quarters on the playground and take them to the lost-and-found!) But I now say that proudly, since Nicole Kidman admits on page 58 that...

Pregnant pause.(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... I loved "What Pregnancy Really Does to Your Body" (November 2003)! Thank you for using real women, not actresses who have access to personal trainers, etc. As a first-time mom at 33, I needed that real-person perspective instead of Hollywood...

A diverse view.(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... * I've been a big fan of your magazine for a long time since it represents women of all colors and cultures. As a Native American woman, and the first Navajo orthopedic surgeon, I have found a lot of inspiration reading about other successful...

When love conquers all.(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... * Years ago, Golda Meir said that the violence between Arabs and Israelis would end when the Arabs love their children more than they hate Israelis. While this quote is applicable both ways, the Hutu and Tutsi women in your article "Country of...

Pet peeve.(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... * Your use of a white tiger for a fashion shoot ("Splurge vs. Steal," November 2003) was unnecessary! These are wild animals, and when people see pictures of models walking down the street with a tiger on a designer leash, it sends the wrong...

Our September contest winner.(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... * Many thanks to everyone who had a part in making my trip to New York's Fashion Week possible. Wendy Wallace [Marie Claire's Senior Market Editor] and Melanie Fisher [of Club Monaco] pulled together a cute outfit for me to wear. The fashion...

Gender politics?(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... * I was very disappointed in "Which Nation Has the Fewest Number of Women in Government?" It encourages women to vote for other women simply because they are women. This is a flawed way of thinking. Not all women think the same and are...

It's a sign!(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... * I was pleasantly surprised when I read "Angelina Jolie on Taboos, Dreams, and the Moment that Changed Her Life Forever" (November 2003). Angelina said she wants her son to learn different languages and the first one she mentioned was sign...

Vagina dialogues.(talk to us!)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... * Your article "Do You Love Your Vagina Enough?" (November 2003) changed my life! I had no idea so many women were as unsatisfied with their bodies as I was; it's not a topic I've ever really openly discussed. Thank you for helping me learn to...

Free for you: win the latest chanel cosmetics and classic fragrance.(Exclusives)
February 1, 2004... 5 PRIZES WORTH $40 EACH CHANEL IRREELE BLUSH Get a natural glow with a brush of this soft, subtle blush. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 5 PRIZES WORTH $55 EACH CHANEL PRECISION ECLAT MAXIMUM RADIANCE CREAM Instantly...

Haute style.(Haute buzz: a monthly guide to irresistible objects and haute events.)
February 1, 2004... GUESS? ON THE RUNWAY On October 25th, Marie Claire and GUESS? hosted a fall fashion show at Bloomingdale's in New York City. Models sashayed down the runway in the latest looks from GUESS?, and shoppers met two special guests. Actress...

The season in detail.(Shopping)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... floral An oversized bloom, worn on the shoulder or at the waist, instantly infuses your look with spring's romantic feel. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] printed pumps Have fun with your shoes this season. Think bold florals, rich...

Like a charm.(what's hot; charm necklaces )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Necklace, $75, charms, $65 to $100, VIC; (212) 625-0054. You wore them around your neck in sixth grade--silver ballet slippers and sawed-in-two hearts engraved with the words "Best Friends." (Your favorite pal held on to the other half.)...

Top 5 picks.(what's hot; in fashion)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Bergdorf Goodman's Women's Fashion Director (above) fills us in on the must-have accessories she'll be sporting this season. (1) A giant cocktail ring makes even jeans and a crisp white shirt look like party attire. Rings, $40 to $50,...

New trend: clear winners.(what's hot; see through )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Designers had X-ray vision this season. See through bags and Lucite heels were all over spring catwalks. MICHAEL KORS [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] CALVIN KLEIN [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Runway realway.(what's hot; Vera Wang Fine Jewelry)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Vera Wang Fine Jewelry [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Tomoko Igarashi at MIN-K, $150; (212) 253-8337. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Vera Wang's flower earrings won't be in stores until spring, these darling danglers you can get the look now....

Update your look: spice up your winter look with sexy, cocoa-colored makeup.(Shopping)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... OLD dusty pink pout [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] OLD neon eyelids [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] OLD bed head [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] OLD Day-Glo Polish [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] OLD orange blush [NEW] CHOCOLATE LIPCOLOR...

City sleek & chic: two looks you'll love.
February 1, 2004... MAYBELLINE NEW YORK WIN the trip of a lifetime to New York City and get your own city look. uptown It's chic. Refined. With a savvy twist. From the corner bistro to the hippest boutiques. GET THE UPTOWN LOOK: Forever...

10 best sexiest men: what makes a man truly sexy? Confidence. Brains. A cute butt. Here's our list of guys who have it all--and more.
February 1, 2004... ashton kutcher Born: Christopher Ashton Kutcher, Cedar Rapids, IA, 1978 Too sexy for the lab: Studied biochemical engineering in college before becoming a model. (Dude, where's my periodic table?) Secrets and lies: Gleefully...

10 best fashion: fall in love with rich chocolate & romantic rose--for under $100.(Recommends)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Skirt, $58, Necessary objects; (212) 334-9888 for stores. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Earrings, $38, Banana Republic; www.banana republic.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Cotton camisole, $B2, DKNY Jeans Juniors; (800) 777-4524 for...

10 best beauty: Marie Claire's beauty editors pick this month's must-haves.(Recommends)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... YOUR FACE 1 Rapid refresher: Place an Oscar + Dehn No Rest for the Wicked mask, $12, over your eyes to depuff. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 2 Party pout: Apply Chantecaille Lip Gloss in Grenadine, $25, for last-all night shine. ...

10 best to do.(Recommends)
February 1, 2004... SEE IT HOUSE OF SAND AND FOG 1 When the government seizes and auctions her house by mistake, Kathy (Jennifer Connelly) must live in a motel, while an immigrant family moves into her home. You'll hold your breath As their struggle...

Hanging by a thread: seventy percent of the world's poor are women, living on less than $1 a day. For many, selling their handmade crafts--from basic baskets to intricate embroidery--means the difference between starvation and survival.
February 1, 2004... india Sewing mirror-embroidered garments, like this wedding blouse, is one of the few jobs tribal women are permitted to hold. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] south africa Mamiza is single-handedly supporting her six children through...

Nicole Kidman: 10 truths about me: she's attracted to danger, haunts cemeteries, and roots for the bad girls. Nicole Kidman, Hollywood's brightest star, reveals her dark side.(Celebrity Lives)(Interview)(Cover Story)
February 1, 2004... 1 I was born in Hawaii "Most people are surprised when I say this. My father was working in Honolulu as a biochemist when I was born, and I spent the first few years of my life there. I even have dual citizenship [American and...

Why did this woman set herself on fire? After the fall of the Taliban, Afghan women were promised Western-style freedoms and rights. So what happened? Not much. They still endure chastity checks, forced marriages, and domestic abuse. Marie Claire visits the hospital wards filling up with women and their new cries for help.
February 1, 2004... On a stiflingly hot afternoon, 27-year-old Shakila Azizi is wheeled into the burn ward of Herat Public Hospital in western Afghanistan. As many as 20 women lie on the thin vinyl mattresses that line the ward, enveloped by' metal cages covered...

What does your look say to ... a corporate recruiter, a private investigator, an anthropologist, a regular guy? We asked a panel of appearance experts and a regular guy to evaluate six women from head to toe. What hidden signals does your style send?(Appearances)
February 1, 2004... JENNIFER 27, ACCOUNTANT "I dress to kill--you never know who you'll see." Recruiter: "Jennifer is dressed like a girl who works at a nightclub--not a mentally challenging job. She's trying so hard to project a sexy, tough image, she...

Would you tell this couple: get a room! Making out in public can incite communal eye-rolling. But what does a couple have to do to be told to take it elsewhere? We challenged one woman and her man to commit evermore-scandalous public display of affection to find out. (And you won't believe how far they got!).(Challenge)
February 1, 2004... a coffee bar The fluorescent lights and jittery clientele in this crowded, downtown Starbucks aren't exactly putting my husband and me in the mood for our first foray into public fondling. Most of the patrons are pierced and dyed...

How naughty are you? Almost 18 percent of you have blackmailed someone. Twenty-nine percent say you've shoplifted for fun. And one in three say you have slept with two guys in one day. Laugh, gasp, and rethink reality with Marie Claire's exclusive poll of 4500 readers just like (?!) you!(Reader Poll)
February 1, 2004... HAVE YOU EVER WORN A SKIRT TO WORK WITHOUT UNDERWEAR? yes: 37% "I was having a steamy love affair, and I was meeting my man after work. That morning, under my black mini, I put on thigh-high stockings... and nothing else. I felt...

February horoscope.
February 1, 2004... pisces (february 19-march 20) LOVE You're confused, but fellow your romantic instincts. By trusting yourself, you'll be able to trust someone else's love. Yes, you have complications to deal with, but stop worrying about whether he'll...

Fashion: rights of spring.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... 1 Be it lemon-drop yellow or bubble-gum pink, a bright shoe is the shoe this season. * Banana Republic $108; www.bananarepublic.com. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 2 Femininity rules for spring. Its ultimate expression: an over-the-top...

Looks you'll love: to start the new spring season: the coats, the skirts, the bags you'll want to own now.
February 1, 2004... THE SKIRT THE COAT PHOTOGRAPHED BY CHRIS MILITSCHER Opposite page: Cardigan. $795. shirt, $680, belted skirt, $650, pumps, $330, handbag, $565, scarf $208, Prada: necklace, $156, Wendy Mink; bangles, $38 each, Alex and Ani. This...

Nothing but blue skies: clear caribbean mornings cloudless island afternoons spring's most refreshing color looks right at home paradise.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Silk dress, $4675, Giorgio Armani; necklaces, $123 and $150, Wendy Mink. On lips: Aveda Lip Glaze in Pepino. Fashion editor: Tracy Taylor. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This page: Jacket, tank, and bikini, Sportmax; shoes, $685, Gina....

Pretty fly: we're bugging out over crystal-crusted spiders, charming cobra. collars, and cobwebs spun from gold.(accessories)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Opposite page: Butterfly Necklace, $280, Chloe. On lips, MAC PRO Gloss in Guava This page: Snake Bracelet, $85, R.J. Graziano. On nails: Sally Hansen Chrome Nail Makeup in Pure Chrome; stripe, Kiss Professional Jewelry Stickers. Fashion editor:...

101 ideas: spring's fresh style.(fashion)
February 1, 2004... Dress, $250, H Hilfiger; sandal, $79; Carlos by Carlos Santana; leather hobo, $450, Longchamp; earings,$50, Kenneth Jay Lane; belt, $20, Rampage: Fashion editor: Beau Quillian. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 1 Top, $69, Jones New York...

Figure fixer special: need proof that you can be chic and sexy at any size? Look no further than these six pages.(Shopping)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... You ask, we answer. New ways to hide your hips, lengthen your torso, and more. Q I'm petite and uncomfortable with my thighs. What sort of suit would look good on me? --JENNIFER, VIA E-MAIL A Boot-cut pants will give you a longer...

Designer figure fixer tips: got a body dilemma? Eight top fashion experts tell you how to choose clothes that flatter your shape.(Shopping)
February 1, 2004... "Create a bustline with strategic seaming." CATHERINE MALANDRINO, DESIGNER To make a boyish body look more feminine, look for blouses that create curves with dared draping and shirring at the bust and sort corset details at the waist....

Skirts for every shape: calf-length or cropped? Pleated or pencil? Here's everything you need to know to find the right skirt for you.(Shopping)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... "A fitted skirt to the knee defines my proportions." LAURA, 33, FOUNDER OF BABY ROAD TRIP Jacket, $98, H Hilfiger: (888) TOMMY 4-U for stores. Top, $120, Bern and Mort at Keeler's; (740) 387-7101. Skirt, $100, Notice al Luna; (843)...

Figure fixers: an ultra-flattering dress never fails to impress.(Shopping)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... petite frame AVOID straight, no-waist styles that mask your curves. TRY a fitted frock paired with heels for a long, shapely look. Dress, $242, Milly at Priorities; (949) 720-0070. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] fuller...

Figure fixers: perfect pants are an instant shape-up.(Shopping)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... fuller figure AVOID slim, high-waisted cuts that cling to TRY hip-slung styles with wider legs that skim over hips and thighs. Top, $69, Liz Claiborne; (800) 555-9893. Pants, $26.50, Old Navy; (800) OLD-NAVY. ...

Beauty: get a sexy look with hot pink makeup--then add a flirty fragrance.(Beauty)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... FACE Lorac Lip/ Cheek It Kit in Sugar 'n Spice provides a healthy flush [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] LIPS Armani Lip Shimmer 7 plumps your pout. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SKIN Kake Salt Scrub in Yuzu gets you smooth and...

Skin care breakthroughs: new ways to save your skin: the latest advances are guaranteed to get you spot-, line-, and dimple-free--for good.(Beauty)
February 1, 2004... 1 fill lines longer * Although dermatologists have routinely relied on bovine collagen to fill in wrinkles and pump up lips, it has a major drawback: It wears off after just two to three months. So the pending approval (expected in early...

Direct from Didi.(What's hot; Goody's Bejeweled Barrette Brooches )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... I love the versatility of Goody's Bejeweled Barrette Brooches ($6.99 each). Wear them in your hair, or attach one to a ribbon to create a headband, bracelet, or choker. Or, clip one through a buttonhole voila, it's a brooch.

Never leave the department store frustrated again!(What's hot; order online at: www.esteelauder.com)
February 1, 2004... If your favorite Estee Lauder product is unavailable at your local makeup counter (not all products are stocked at all locations), you can order it online at www.esteelauder. com. Bonus: Check out the Hard-to-Find section on the site. If enough...

Fragrance find.(What's hot; Frederic Malle's Musc Ravageur Huile a Tout Faire )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Traditional bath oil is too concentrated to dab directly on skin, and you'd never dump your perfume into the bath, So how can you use one scent both ways? Check out Frederic Malle's Musc Ravageur Huile a Tout Faire (translation: "do-it-all...

Prettiest powders.(What's hot; Satin de Chanel )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Chanel's gorgeous new powder, Satin de Chanel ($50), makes it socially acceptable to pull out your compact in public. The amethyst tone (Silk Dream) imparts radiance to paler skins, while the peach shade (Golden Dream) provides a warm glow for...

Haute pants.(What's hot; Pout's Pink Pop panties)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Indulge yourself from top to, um, bottom with Pout's Pink Pop panties. The crystal-and-lace-trimmed panties feature a discreet pocket in which to tote Pout's Pop My Bubble lip gloss--a juicy pink hue (the two are sold together for $34).

Winter stay-slim secrets: cold weather and rich comfort food go hand in hand. Counteract the effect with this calorie-melting plan from Kendall Harrell, a training specialist at Life Time Fitness in Minneapolis. To start, grab 5- and 15-pound weights.(Nude & Improved)
February 1, 2004... DAY ONE 30-40 minutes of aerobics * * 2 sets of 12 squats Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, hands on hips. Bend your knees and lower until your thighs are parallel to the floor, then come back up. * 2 sets of 12 lunges...

Champagne wishes & chocolate dreams.(haute stuff)
February 1, 2004... Sweet romance in the city--DOVE[R] Chocolate and Le Parker Meridien New York invite you to enjoy a weekend for two in New York City! Romance is right around the corner--on February 13th and 14th, Marie Claire readers are invited to stay at...

Join Macy*s in the fight for women.(haute stuff)
February 1, 2004... Join Macy*s in the fight against heart disease, the #1 killer of women. Purchase a $10 Red Dress Bear beginning February 5th and The American Heart Association will receive 50% from each bear sold. Visit a Macy*s store near you or log on to...

Do you know an extraordinary man?(haute stuff)
February 1, 2004... A man who is intelligent, sensitive and sexy all in the same breath? A man who cares about how he looks, but more importantly about making a difference in his community? If so, he just might be the next "Nioxin Man" Send us a picture of your...

Cesar[R] sophisticated food for sophisticated dogs[TM].(haute stuff; cesar.com)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Now your dog can enjoy the taste of Porterhouse Steak Flavor in Meaty Juices. Visit us at cesar.com

Crazy sex positions: tried & tested: want to spice things up in bed--or on a chair? Four real couples tried out seven very wild and wacky sex moves and gave us their red-hot reports.(Sex Special)
February 1, 2004... post-sex impressions the couples Megan, 27 Keegan, 27 engaged, living together [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Justin, 30 Leslie, 27 dating 1 year, 4 months [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Seth, 28 Amy, 26 married 4 years ...

Test your sexual savvy: sometimes, it's the little things that make a difference. Marie Claire scoured the latest research to find these tidbits of knowledge that can improve your sex life--without even trying. And some of them are just plain shocking!(Sex Special)
February 1, 2004... * Circle the letters that correspond to the correct answers. (Tip: Some questions have more than one answer!) (what gets you aroused?) 1 Which scent have researchers found really turns women on? a men's cologne b baby powder...

Risky kisses? A kiss is just a ... breeding ground for germs that cause cavities, allergic reactions, even herpes. Here's how to take the health risks out of your next lip lock.(Sex Special)
February 1, 2004... (kiss risk cavities) Kiss your guy within 20 minutes of his dessert, and he may pass you an acidic cocktail of bacteria and sugars that causes cavities and can lead to gum disease and tooth loss, Kisser fixer The same measures that...

Splurge vs steal: take your pick of this month's best investments and greatest deals.(Beauty)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Splurge: Bourjois Pastel Lumiere Pearl Eye Shadow in Bleu Myosotis Steal: Prestige Cosmetics Eye Shadow Compact in Blue Moon [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Splurge: Lancome Juicy Tubes Lip Gloss in Blueberry Blast Steal: Primal...