Marie Claire articles from November 2008

Marie Claire archives from November 2008

Ladies first.(Welcome to November)(Editorial)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] AT PRESS TIME, it's impossible to predict who will be our next president, although one thing is certain: We'll have a stylish first lady. While both Michelle Obama and Cindy McCain are quick to say they don't have...

Reader of the month!(WE'VE GOT MAIL)(Letter to the editor)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Jana K. Hoffman of Allentown, PA, wrote and told us: "After voting in the Pennsylvania primary for the first time last spring, I felt as if l could truly make a difference. And when I saw the teaser on the cover for...

Eva goes girly.(WE'VE GOT MAIL)(Letter to the editor)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Contributor Howie Kahn got up close and personal with Eva Mendes in "Eva Wants You!" (September 2008). * Thank you for putting Eva Mendes on your cover. I've loved her ever since she posed for a PETA anti-fur...

Pearls of wisdom.(WE'VE GOT MAIL)(Letter to the editor)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In "The Bravest Class in Town" (September 2008), Abigail Pesta went back to school to see how a Georgetown University instructor and her students are working to solve the case of murdered Wall Street Journal reporter...

Gen-y speaks up.(WE'VE GOT MAIL)(Letter to the editor)
November 1, 2008... When Cubicle Coach got a question about managing young, slacking staffers (September 2008), hardworking readers went on the defensive for their peers. * I'm normally a fan of Cubicle Coach, but this one really got to me. Can people in...

Life at the ranch.(WE'VE GOT MAIL)(Letter to the editor)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In "What's a Nice Girl Like Brooke Doing at the BunnyRanch?" (September 2008), Amanda Robb offered us a look inside one of Nevada's most popular brothels. * I found this article very interesting. I've watched...

Lisa Marie bares it all.(WE'VE GOT MAIL)(Letter to the editor)
November 1, 2008... Lisa Marie Presley set the record straight on her baby bump, Michael Jackson, and becoming anything but Elvis in 'That's All Right Mama" (September 2008). * I was pleasantly surprised to see a positive article about Lisa Marie Presley...

A-list arm candy: fall's superstar bags: got baggage? Celebs are sold on retail therapy.(bag spy)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... REESE WITHERSPOON Carries on in Jamin Puech's "Sheriffa." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] MENA SUVARI Green girl with a Mulberry "Maggie." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] LINDSAY LOHAN Chic act to follow in Chanel. ...

Fashion resume: Rihanna: girl gone glam.(STYLE)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... education * 1988: Born in Barbados and grew up singing in the shower. Never took a single lesson. * 1995: At 7, started dressing like a tomboy, stealing her brother's clothes and wearing sneakers with dresses. * 2005: Her Mr. DJ...

Courteney Cox.(behind the COVER shoot)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The laid-back beauty spent a day on-set at Smashbox Studios in West Hollywood, singing along to show tunes, trying on an arsenal of blue dresses that brought out those eyes, and laughing with daughter Coco (who was...

C'mon, chameleon!(101 IDEAS: Resort style motto: Change colorful, exotic skins to suit your mood)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Clockwise from top: SHOES 569. Nine West; ninawestcom. CLUTCH 5795. Kate Spade: (800) 519-3778. WEDGES 51395, Gucci; gucci.com for stores. BAG 54800 Yves Saint Laurent; ysl.com for stores. FLATS $180 Joan & David:...

Shady lady.(RESORT TREND)(buyer's guide)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... Suit up like the slick chicks of '50s film noir--in black and white, naturally [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Top $69, Liz Claiborne; lizclaiborne.com. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Dress $120, Donna Morgan; dillards.com for stores. ...

Flash your brights.(RESORT TREND)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... Snag all things vivid and tropical for jet-setty winter escapes brights rule Forgo the fruit-salad look: Contrast only two shocking colors--or one with black. Shoes $268, Juicy Couture; (212) 327-2398. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]...

Sorbet, anyone?(RESORT TREND)(women's clothing)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... Sweet pastels and '20s-style silhouettes recall Gatsby-era it girls [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Shoes $375, Calvin Klein Collection; (212) 292-9000. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Dress $1200, Piazza Sempione; (973) 379-3980. ...

Best bags.(101 IDEAS)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... Orange, lemon, pink grapefruit... get your vitamin C with the new citrus hues! [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] 1 ANDREA BRUECKNER, $685; andreabrueckner.com. 2 MOSCHINO, $1445; (212) 243-8600. 3 LONDON FOG, $195; londonfog. com. 4 CHLOE....

Best shoes.(101 IDEAS)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... Tiptoe around this whole recession business in strappy heels in precious metals [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] 1 GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI DESIGN, $650; giuseppe-zanotti-design. com for stores. 2 GUESS BY MARCIANO, $110; guess.com. 3 CHARLES DAVID,...

Style wish list: Marchesa co-designer Georgina Chapman mixes L.A. luxe & London cool.(101 IDEAS)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... DESIGNER DINING Georgina Chapman (in Marchesa) arrives at New York's Waverly Inn Restaurant [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Sweater About $120, Topshop; topshop.com. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Jacket $199, H&M, hm.com for stores ...

We can't believe they're all under $100!(101 IDEAS)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... DRESS $59.99, Chadwick's: chadwicks.com. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SHOES $89.95 N.Y.L.A. Shoes nylashoes.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] TOP $48, Necessary Objects by Ady Gluck; junees.com. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] JACKET...

Splurge vs. steal.(101 IDEAS)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... When classy meets sassy: Tweedy coats flirt with audacious prints and strappy heels [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] COAT & DRESS $130, Golden State Clothing; goldenstateclothing. com for info. $34.50, Old Navy; oldnavy.com. STEAL ...

Mc readers try the trend: skirts.(101 IDEAS)(Marie Claire)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... Sharp in pencil or pretty in pleats, girls are always on their game in a sophisticated skirt Fashion editor: Zoe Glassner skirts rule Even with longer lengths, skirts are all about your legs: Nude tights and killer heels help...

Fashion 401K.(101 IDEAS)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... Invest in the sexy '60s classics we all love--referencing Tippi Hedren, Grace Kelly, and now the dames of Mod Men. Ladylike trumps girly trends! [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] WATCH, $14,350, Jaeger-LeCoultre; (800) JLC-TIME for stores. ...

Designer dossier: Donna Karan.(STYLE)(Interview)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] GLAM FROM THE GET-GO "I grew up on Seventh Avenue. My father was a tailor and my mother was a model, so I was always surrounded by fantastic females being draped and pinned in glamorous clothes. My father died...

Beauty buys.(THIS MONTH'S BEST)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... The best fix for frayed, fragile cuticles? Celeb manicurist Elle prefers Neosporin. Once they've healed, she then keeps them moisturized with conventional nail oil. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Pommes D'or Forget the candy-coated...

Toss/try/buy.(Beauty)(Buyers guide)
November 1, 2008... November's ultimate refresh-your-routine guide from MC's beauty editors [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [TOSS] Your antique mascaras. Can't remember when you got 'em? Trash 'em. [TRY] New vibrating mascaras that work the brush for you;...

Soak it up!(Beauty)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... Wind down this winter with a bounty of bathtub potions [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 1 SAILOR MOON Mango oils conjure up a tropical vacay. Crabtree & Evelyn India Hicks Island Night Creamy Body Wash, $20 2 CLEAR CONSCIENCE Community-traded...

Woman to watch: Bar Refaeli.(radar)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... WHY SHE'S ON OUR RADAR: The 23-year-old Israeli supermodel tours America's quirkiest pop-culture sites in Ironic, Iconic Americo, Bravo's travel special, inspired by Tommy Hilfiger's guidebook. HER SHTICK: The Sports Illustrated swimsuit...

A Christmas Tale.(Movie review)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... Ignore the icky-cute title of this wine-fueled, snow-swept, droll family saga. Mathieu Amalric (The Diving Bell end the Butterfly) is Henri, a drunken outcast son called home because Maman (Catherine Deneuve) needs a bone-marrow transplant. His...

Zack and Miri Make a Porno.(Movie review)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... The not-so-dirty secret: It's a ram-cam--brash, sweet, and very funny. Zack (ubiquitous Seth Rogen) and his BFF, Miri (almost-as-ubiquitous Elizabeth Banks), are so broke, they produce and star in skin flicks (e.g., Star Whores, a hilarious...

Synecdoche, New York.(Movie review)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... Our favorite brainiac screenwriter, Charlie Kaufman (Adaptation), directs, too. In this dizzying drama, Philip Seymour Hoffman is spot-on as schlubby, soul-tortured Caden, a Schenectady, NY, theater director. His painter wife (the indomitable...

The original girl crush.(Q&A)(Sheryl Crow's 'Home for Christmas')(Interview)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A new Sheryl Crow is rising with a Home for Christmas CD from Hallmark, a jeans line, and a world tour. She spoke to us from her bus, traveling with a guy finally worthy of her: 18-month-old son Wyatt MC: Whoa,...

Top 4 secret agents.(radar)(Marc Forster on celebrities)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... Marc Forster, director of the new James Bond flick, Quantum of Solace, tells us which celebs he thinks would make a badass 007. Daniel Craig, you're on notice 1. JULIE CHRISTIE Just by walking into a room, she could make most men confess...

In TiVo-worthy Fringe, Joshua Jackson outgrows the Creek.(TWO-MINUTE DATE)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] After six seasons of the overwrought teen soap Dawson's Creek, Joshua Jackson--the cherub-faced underachiever Pacey--was eager to move on. "We can all debate the jump-the-shark moment, but once those kids were out of...

Fault Lines.(PAGE-TURNERS)(Brief article)(Book review)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FAULT LINES by Nancy Huston (Black Cat) It's not hard to be creeped out by Sol, a narcissistic 6-year-old whiz kid who gets off on Iraq War imagery. Where does a pisser like that come from? The answer, it seems, lies...

A Mercy.(PAGE-TURNERS)(Brief article)(Book review)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A MERCY by Toni Morrison (Knopf) And you were mad when your mom hocked your old bike without asking. Nobel Prize winner Toni Morrison's ninth novel begins with Florens, a young black girl sold into slavery by her...

Songs for the Missing.(PAGE-TURNERS)(Brief article)(Book review)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SONGS FOR THE MISSING by Stewart O'Nan (Viking) For 18-year-old Kim Larsen, summers in Ohio mean working the night shift at the gas station, spending days at the swimming hole, grabbing lunch at Dairy Queen. That is,...

Lucinda Williams.(Little Honey)(Sound recording review)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] LUCINDA WILLIAMS Little Honey (Lost Highway) Hero, Williams's voice, as cracked and worn as Grandpa's wallet, finds its perfect pairing with bluesy rock. She's a honky-tonk woman co-opting Jaggers swagger on "Honey...

School of Seven Bells.(Alpinisms)(Sound recording review)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... SCHOOL OF SEVEN BELLS Alpinisms (Ghostly International) This debut album is the audio equivalent of lying in a tub of cotton balls--warm, engulfing, a little ticklish. With electronic beats coursing beneath Balkan melodies, it's a folk-urban...

The Mighty Underdogs.(Sound recording review)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] THE MIGHTY UNDERDOGS Droppin' Science Fiction (Def Jux) With an all-star collaboration of rappers, this CD is giddy with its own out-there ideas and rhymes about everything from anime monsters on holiday ("111...

Q-Tip.(The Renaissance)(Sound recording review)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Q-TIP The Renaissance (Universal Motown) Q-Tip almost sounds nostalgic for old-school rhymes, in tracks that end with hard DJ scratching, But he also delivers a sexy edge on "I Believe," backed by D'Angelo, who...

Your entertainment diet for November.(THE CULTURE PYRAMID)(music and movies)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... GUILTY PLEASURES (partake sparingly) Sing along as party-starter Pink gives everyone the finger on her hook-driven punk-pop CD Funhouse. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Watch a fat-suited Tom Cruise out-funny Jack Black in Tropic...

This month, the book club debates obsessive love and its consequences in Mario Vargas Llosa's The Bad Girl, now out in paperback. Worth the $14? Read on ...(BOOK CLUB)(Book review)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] THE PLOT: Ricardo Somocurcio just can't get over the bad girl. He first fell for her in 1950, when he was a teenager in Peru, and she was pretending to be from a well-to-do family. A decade later, he fell for her...

Forever young: she rose to fame as an icon of youth, but now the married mom finds herself besieged by plastic-surgery rumors while trying to age gracefully in Hollywood. Courteney Cox sets the record straight.(Interview)(Cover story)
November 1, 2008... COURTENEY COX AND I are at the bar at the Sunset Tower Hotel in L.A., talking guys and geezerhood--specifically, ours. This conversation is helped along by a demure Cosmo on her part and about four on mine. We really should eat something. ...

Cougars in the classroom: the Web has made it easy for sex-hungry teachers to hook up with their students; blame law enforcement for making it almost acceptable.(TRENDS, CELEBS, THE STATE OF THE WORLD ... BEHOLD, YOUR WATERCOOLER CHEAT SHEET)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A DECADE AFTER Mary Kay LeTourneau was busted for bedding her 13-year-old student, a new crop of "Clearasil Cougars" are making headlines for their extracurricular activities. Over several weeks last summer, three...

Women rake it in.(eye ON THE world)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Women are outearning men in... Zanzibar The island off the east coast of Africa lures travelers with its white-sand beaches and spice plantations. But off the tourist-beaten path, seaweed harvesting, considered...

Honor killings come stateside.(DISPATCH)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... SANDEELA KANWAL WANTED out of her arranged marriage. Though her Muslim faith forbade divorce, the 25-year-old filed for one anyway, enraging her devout, traditional Pakistani father. In July, he strangled his daughter with a bungee cord. But...

Resurrecting Jackie.(THE SHORT LIST)(Jacqueline Onassis )(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Although Camelot ended more than 40 years ago, its super-chic first lady is still the muse of every half-well-dressed bold-faced woman out there. Consider: * MICHELLE OBAMA "Michelle O. Meets Jackie O." The...

Factory girls.(Q&A)(Leslie T. Chang)(Interview)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... * LEAD-PAINTED BARBIES, poisoned Alpo... These are the stories about Chinese factories that make headlines. But what of the people who actually work in them? Leslie T. Chang, 39, the Chinese-American author of the new book Factory Girls, spent...

South Dakota: choose or lose.(ban on abortion)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] With antiabortion poster girl Sarah Palin dominating the headlines, we turn our attention to the Central Plains, where, this month, South Dakotans vote on a referendum to ban abortion outright--except in cases of...

Michelle Obama keeps it real: the chic. shoot-from-the-hip newcomer talks about her critics, her life in the media whirl, and Wal-Mart vs. Target.(FIRST LADIES CLUB)(Interview)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SHE'S BEEN CALLED everything from Barack's better half to his bitter half. Critics tsk-tsk her for being too blunt and, more recently, for seeming too soft. Feminists say she shouldn't sideline her career to focus on...

Cindy McCain rolls up her sleeves: the poised, wealthy wife isn't what she seems: just ask her about her hard-core aid work in Rwanda--and the bath she once took in a catfish tank.(FIRST LADIES CLUB)(Interview)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] CINDY McCAIN has the chilly, blonde beauty of someone who lives in fear of chipping a nail--not someone who's been doing relief work on the ground in places like El Salvador for more than two decades. But then, as...

Irritable-boss syndrome.(Cubicle COACH Got a workplace worry? Take it to a pro)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Q: My boss gets moody every time he finishes a phone call with his wife, then takes it out on our whole team, often yelling at us. Do we have any recourse? A: When the boss sneezes, alas, everybody gets a cold....

Shopping around.(Cubicle COACH Got a workplace worry? Take it to a pro)(job interviews)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... Q: I've been getting calls lately from competitors about job openings. Should I take the meetings even if I'm not really interested? If the boss finds out, will she be angry, or will it send a signal that my talents are in demand? A:...

Irreconcilable differences.(Cubicle COACH Got a workplace worry? Take it to a pro)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... Q: There's a colleague I simply cannot get along with, and we were just assigned to work on a project together. I asked my boss to reconsider, and she said, "You have to work out your differences." Was that a cop-out? A: One woman's...

Lose the pooch.(Cubicle COACH Got a workplace worry? Take it to a pro)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... Q: I have a precious little teacup dog who doesn't bother anyone and can fit in my purse. Can I bring her to work with me? A: The Coach once had a boss who brought his flatulent golden retriever to meetings. Turns out it was a highly...

Money confe$$ions: you'll dish about bikini waxes, bad dates, and your bitchy boss. But when it comes to your money, suddenly it's too personal. Marie Claire exposes the secrets women hide inside their wallets.(THE MEAN GREEN)
November 1, 2008... "I CONFESS: I Paid Off My Fiance's Debt" By Kelly Snowden MY DAD PAID FOR most of my schooling; my fiance graduated with $30,000 in debt. When we decided to get married last year, I was prepared for the payments to his loan officers....

The top-earning women in America.(THE MEAN GREEN)(Table)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ENTERTAINMENT * MOGUL Oprah $275 Million POP STAR Beyonce $80 M * FILM ACTRESS Cameron Diaz $50 M * AUTHOR Danielle Steel $30 M *...

Italian murder mystery: studying abroad should have been a grand adventure. Instead, Amanda Knox has spent a year in jail, accused by a corrupt legal system of murdering her roommate.(FOREIGN AFFAIR)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] IT WASN'T THE 21st birthday party Amanda Knox's family had planned for her--a barbecue at home in Seattle, with gifts like rock-climbing and camping gear. Instead, when Amandas mother, Edda Mellas, wished her...

The Savvy girl's guide to surviving a reunion: whether their high-school experience was blissfully Clueless or scary like Carrie, 8 million alums return to their alma each year to face down their hometown demons. Here, how to flaunt the new-and-improved you while effortlessly surviving a blast from the past.(SURVIVAL GUIDE)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] MISSED CONNECTIONS By Diane Vadino I NEVER DATED Tommy, but I should have. At 16, Tommy was sweet and smart and strange; he could reportedly say "you are a very large duck" in three dozen languages, and he...

All about Yves.(Yves Saint Laurent)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It's a YSL moment as designers celebrate the late, great Yves Saint Laurent with their own take on his signature feathers, boho chic, and gender-bending tux! Dress, $320, Topshop; Clutch, $120, Banana Republic;...

The price is bright.(women's clothing)(Buyers guide)
November 1, 2008... Come on down! Our contestant hits the style jackpot on the set of TV's longest-running game show. With the new Technicolor chic--and prompting from Price Is Right host Drew Carey--how could she lose? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SPIN CITY:...

Signature style: each of these four working women is known for her just-right personal style. Nab their secrets and create a look that's totally you.
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] THE LOOK: Architectural Janine Carendi MacMurray, interior designer HER STYLE MANTRA: "Understated elegance that is absolutely beautiful but never screams, 'Look at me!' It's all about silhouettes." ...

Stealing beauty: seasoned pros show you three ways to streamline your routine--each for under $100.(Beauty ON A BUDGET)(Buyers guide)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] HAIR QUALITY For gentle, color-safe haircare that won't break the bank, stylist Shin An from the Paul Labrecque Salon in New York City suggests going both high-tech and green. "You're going to get more for your...

Global glamonomics: does the New Yorker who spends 20 times more on beauty maintenance than the Parisian make herself prettier--or just cash poor? Here, three women across the globe share their tips, routines, and total tabs with Elizabeth Flahive.(Beauty ON A BUDGET)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [FRANCE] Justine Franquin 24, jewelry and fashion editor, Stiletto magazine, Paris French-born makeup artist Laura Mercier named her culty concealer Secret Camouflage, as her compatriots are militant...

10 winter skin myths: going numb from all the and bogus advice about winter-proofing your face and body? Here, top skin experts help us crack the cold-weather skincare code.(Beauty)
November 1, 2008... 1 MYTH: The thicker the cream, the better it hydrates. TRUTH: "Concentrated doesn't necessarily equal optimum hydration," says Annet King, director of training and development for the International Dermal Institute. "An overdose of...

What I love about me.(Beauty road show)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... This November, we're voting for the women of the City of "Sisterly" Love, Philadelphia, PA [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] THINGS WE LOVE ABOUT PHILADELPHIA: Betsy Ross. Will Smith. The Liberty Bell. Katharine Hepburn in The Philadelphia Story....

Your personal consult with Dr. Amy Weschsler.(Q&A)(folliculitis)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Allison Howington, 22, talks to MC's resident derm and psychiatrist about smoothing the skin on her arms AH: I have small, splotchy bumps on the backs of my arms. Some of them even have little whiteheads. My morn...

Get into the groove: how does Madonna shape up for the holidays? She's got Tracy Anderson on speed dial. Here, the superstar trainer reveals the slim-down plan she's saved for celebs--until now.(HEALTH)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "IF GENETICS HAD ITS WAY, I'd be 40 pounds heavier," claims pint-size fitness guru Tracy Anderson. But as a dancer and trainer for the past 10 years, she has fine-tuned a unique method for fighting inherited bumps...

Ambien alternative.(Health Monitor)(Mary Susan's insomnia)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] While American Academy of Sleep Medicine President Dr. Mary Susan Esther is surrounded by cutting-edge insomnia drugs, she prefers behavioral brain-mellowing: Before bed, she avoids alcohol ("causes sleep...

Retail therapy.(Health Monitor)(AgSilver CleanMat)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... AgSilver CleanMat, $60 (equifitspacare.com) FOUND: A yoga mat made with antimicrobial silver from surface to core. WHY: Even if your gym sprays its mats with detergent, bacteria, mold, and viruses can still fester in nooks. WHAT THIS MEANS:...

Mental getaway.(Health Monitor)(Enchantment Resort)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... Enchantment Resort, Sedona, AZ (enchantmentresort.com) THE DRAW: Why climb gray rocks when you can climb red ones? INSPIRING WORKOUT: Hiking Boynton Canyon, then cooling off poolside. WHEN TO GO: December 4-7, on a not-so-ascetic reheat...

Crank up your cranberry sauce.(Eat This Now)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Long known for their UTI-fighting properties, cranberries also defend eaters from cavities and gastric ulcers--but how? A recent issue of Phytomedicine reports that cranberries seem to possess an "antidocking"...

Post-thanksgiving damage control.(Health Monitor)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... Here's something not to be thankful for: The average American gains one pound--an excess of 3500 calories--with every Turkey Day. That often translates to 20 pounds in as many years. While it's sacrilege to diet on this food-indulgent holiday,...

Enter to win the ultimate financial makeover.(Marie Claire's $250,000 sweepstakes)
November 1, 2008... Be your own boss, with the wardrobe to match! Enter the MC sweepstakes to win $250,000 in cash. Launch your own business, pay down your debt, or splurge on the season's hottest workwear. You're in charge now--you decide! [ILLUSTRATION...

Confessions: google stalking.(LOVE/SEX)
November 1, 2008... MY BOYFRIEND'S EX-WIFE is a 29-year-old, 5-foot-9 costume designer and lover of whiskey, Hitchcock, and Lena Horne. She's agnostic, wants children someday, and has a ruby-lipped smile. How do I know all this? I cyber-stalked her. When my...

Meet market: mom seeks suitable spouse for career-oriented daughter.(LOVE/SEX)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] IMAGINE YOUR MOTHER was so desperate to find you a husband that she spent every Sunday perched on a bench in a busy park with a poster declaring: "Unmarried woman, 39 years old, 5'3", works for a foreign company....

Size matters: sex machines are getting bigger.(LOVE/SEX)(Buyers guide)(Table)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Remember when high-tech sex toys like the Rabbit--the turbo-powered vibrator with stimulating "bunny ears"--were small enough to fit in a bedside drawer? That was then. Today, there's a growing market for a different...

He's just not that into me: Jess, 24, nurse, Boston.(SEX/diary)
November 1, 2008... MONDAY 10 a.m., Sam's place: Sam and I met about two months ago. We dated for a month, then broke it off because he wasn't ready to be exclusive. But I bumped into him a couple of weeks ago, and we started hanging out again. This is our second...

Irreconcilable differences: everyone brings baggage to a relationship. Some bring more than most.(LOVE/SEX)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] DANI AND KATRIN were 20-something college students in Germany when they met at a cafe through friends. They shared a passion for Berlin, trolling flea markets, and cooking. Soon, they fell in love. A sweet, if...

Horoscope.
November 1, 2008... November means Kate and the Caps find new ways to dominate the competition, Lions like Jaime fight seasonal affective disorder. SCORPIO (October 23-November 21) The forecast: There'll be love in the sign of Scorpio when the full...

Twin win situation.(FREE FOR YOU)(Buyers guide)(Brief article)
November 1, 2008... Fashion's fave muses Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen morph into designers with their own Elizabeth and James line. Five readers will win one of these lab pieces OUR $2415 giveaway! [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Robert Lee Morris for Elizabeth...

Things that make us love November.(Brief article)(Calendar)
November 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Mexican holiday The Day of the Dead (November 1-2) means an L.A. street party 70,000 strong. Don't tell them skull fashion is out. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen release their 272-page...