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cgorden — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 15:19:57 PDT

September has always been a favorite month of mine, as we slowly transition from summertime outfits to warmer Fall sweaters and chunky scarves. This month, it's all about the clothes, with Fashion Week happening all around the globe. We have amazing coverage of all our favorite designers and the celebs who love them. And dont forget: you can start styling all the outfits you love on our new Stylmx platform, specifically for the style-obsessed. Hope you all enjoy your weekend!

Fashion Scanner gives us a look at the Burberry Prorsum Spring 2013 highlights, which were filled with gorgeous trenches and chic, colorful dresses.
Electric Jewelry captures the best street-style snapshots straight from London Fashion Week.
Tiger Tem gets us carry-ed away with a variety of little clutch bags that will take your basic outfit to the next level.
The Fash Pack gives us the inside scoop about the latest celebrity to partner with fashion brand J.Crew.

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cgorden — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 14:14:04 PDT

Friday is finally here, OnSugar readers, and I hope that your week went by in a flash. Summer is starting to wind down, and here at Sugar we can't help but start to think about all the things we love about Fall. The end of the month also means there are only a few days left to sign up for our August POPSUGAR Must Have. And as a special Friday treat, you can enter code 5FRIDAY to get $5 off your first delivery! Hurry, the code expires at midnight tonight. We hope you enjoy your OnSugar roundup and have a fun-filled weekend ahead.

One of our favorite bloggers, House of Anaïs, has us marveling at chic country kitchens full of exposed wood beams and warm creamy colors.
Life as a Twenty Something pulls together the best gold love jewelry that are trending right now. Whether you're more into necklaces or rings, there's a little something for everyone.
For the at-home entertainer, At First Blush shares how to build the perfect cheese plate with photos of every single must-have item.
Before Summer comes to a close, blogger Stephanie Meyer of Fresh Tart lets readers know of a local food event and shares a delicious recipe for grilled watermelon salad that has us ready to hit the farmers market.

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cgorden — Fri, 03 Aug 2012 15:40:37 PDT

Hey, OnSugar readers! Sugar High is back and here to bring you the latest roundup of OnSugar's best. Summer is flying by, and although August is already here, there is nothing stopping you from taking full advantage of the beautiful weather outdoors and hot seasonal trends. Our editors just unveiled the July POPSUGAR Must Have bag, filled with all their hand-picked must-have beauty essentials for this Summer. We hope that all of you who signed up were as excited to get them as we were to pick them out! July's bag sold out, so sign up now to make sure you don't miss out on August's shipment! Happy reading.

Food Orleans puts a spin on the classic caprese salad by incorporating in-season stone fruits for extra sweetness.
For Summer days in the park, Calm Your Beans shares its top 10 picks for the perfect picnic meal while hanging out with friends and family.
Shine, Shimmer, and Sparkle gives readers a review of the top gold and bronze nail polish colors that will keep you right on trend for Olympics season.
Our money-savvy blogger from Beauty and the Budget gives us the top five pieces under $100 from the highly anticipated Barney's Warehouse Sale.

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cgorden — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 10:44:47 PDT

Happy (almost!) weekend OnSugar readers! Another week has flown by and we want to tell you that there is only one week left to order your POPSUGAR Must Have bag for July! We can't tell you how excited we are to be bringing you full-size products we love straight to your door. Join us now before you have to wait until August. From beauty to fashion to home decor, we've researched to bring you the best products so you don't have to! Hope you have a fun weekend ahead and enjoy your weekly OnSugar roundup.

Just 5 More Minutes takes us on a culinary adventure while staying at Inn at Ship Bay on Orcas Island, a place filled with beauty and serenity.
For all the J.Crew fans out there, The Fash Pack brings us some exciting news! The former head of J.Crew's womenswear is starting her own line.
Kiss and Tell shares with readers her five Summer beauty must haves that will keep you looking great whether you're headed to the beach or a party.
Our very own Sugar style star Mandi from Fierce & Fabulous shows us that the cold Summer in San Francisco doesn't mean you can't wear bright Summer colors.

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cgorden — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 14:49:43 PDT

It's finally Friday and time for another dose of you're weekly OnSugar roundup. As June comes to a close, we can't help but be excited because Fourth of July is just around the corner. From BBQs and beach days to time with family and friends, there's lots to be excited for. Hope your midweek break is just what you need and don't forget the best part - fireworks! Do you have fun Fourth of July plans? Feel free to share them below.

Just Five More Minutes shares some breathtakingly beautiful photos from the latest adventure to Yellow Island, a hidden gem found in the San Juan Islands.
Kitten Lounge helps us prep for the holiday with the perfect Fourth of July outfit that's comfortable yet totally stylish.
LuxLife gives us insider acces into an invite-only rooftop Summer soiree that included a fun mixology and food pairing lesson.
At First Blush inspired us with images of some beautifully decorated bathrooms that have us daydreaming.

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cgorden — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 13:18:58 PDT

Happy Friday, OnSugar readers! Well it's a fact, Summer is officially here, and in San Francisco that means time to pull out your sweater and scarves. I hope all of you are enjoying much better weather, and with that in mind we've rounded up some great OnSugar posts this week, from festive food to outfit inspiration. Don't forget you can now blog from anywhere and anytime with your OnSugar iPhone app, so happy reading whether you're lounging at home or on the go!

Whisk and Spoon has us starting to think about the Fourth of July by sharing a fun and festive stained-glass jello recipe that definitely caught our eye.
Life, Love & Lace shares some sweet and simple pictures of a beautifully decorated caravan adorned with yummy treats .
Iz a Trend plays off one of Summer's hottest looks with some lightweight denim pieces that we would love to add to our wardrobe.
Electric Jewelry and Fashion gives us a look at the Charline De Luca shoe collection that has us inspired to slip on some high heels for a night out on the town.

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cgorden — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 09:30:00 PDT

Another week has come and gone, and with June in full swing, there are lots of fun summertime activities happening all around. From picnics in the park to hiking the trails, there are so many ways to take advantage of the weather and get outside. Here is your weekly roundup of the best of OnSugar so you don't miss any of the action. We hope everyone had a wonderful week and has an even better weekend ahead!

Fresh Tart shares some photo memories of her culinary adventure during last year's Outstanding in the Field event in preparation for this year's event.
Forever Yours demonstrates how to create a cute braid-and-twist hairstyle that would be perfect for a day or night out.
Food Orleans shows us how to make the summeriest of snacks with a fried okra recipe that looks so good we can't resist.
Electric Jewelry and Fashion reveals a selection of not-to-be-missed resort shoe collections that we're dying to get our hands on (and feet in!).

New Gallery Uploader and Editor on OnSugar!

cgorden — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 12:53:58 PDT

We're continuing to roll out some more exciting changes to share with all our OnSugar readers. OnSugar now offers a faster, better, and more reliable gallery uploader. Using the uploader will enable you to make bigger galleries faster than you ever have before and also offers extended editing features. With this new tool, you can rotate the photo, crop, adjust the brightness, contrast, sharpness, etc. or even add some fun effects, drawings, or stickers. It's all about finding what fits you. Once you click Save, these changes will be made to the photo, it's that easy! For more info about how to use the new uploader and editor click here.

With all these amazing changes here at OnSugar don't forget that you can now blog from anywhere and at anytime with the new OnSugar iPhone app. So what are you waiting for? We can't wait to see you blogging in a whole new way.

The Wait Is Over!

eileenburke — Thu, 24 May 2012 12:12:16 PDT

The Onsugar iphone app is here! Get ready to start blogging in a whole new way - from anywhere and at anytime. Featuring beautiful galleries and high-quality video, Onsugar is easier to use than ever! Keep up with all the sites you’re following, and take your passions to the next level: - Create and tag seven types of posts - Discover pages of amazing new sites - Upload images and videos right from the app - Reblog, comment, and "like" your favorite posts with one click - View a beautiful stream of all the sites you follow - Receive notifications when someone interacts with your posts - Manage multiple blogs and start new ones Our app offers you all the great capabilities of Onsugar, but this time in the palm of your hand. Download it here - and start posting. We can’t wait to see where the OnSugar app takes you!

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cgorden — Fri, 11 May 2012 14:44:41 PDT

Mother's Day is this Sunday, and it's all about celebrating with the number one woman in your life who has loved and supported you through it all! We're hoping that you're lucky enough to be spending it with your mom, whether it be a festive Sunday brunch or a beautiful springtime walk around the neighborhood. We've rounded up some of our favorite Mother's Day-inspired posts to get you smiling. Wishing you all a wonderful weekend filled with love and celebration!

Loving Life in Vermont gives readers a glimpse into her world as a proud mother by sharing pictures and videos that will have you smiling.
Just Five More Minutes shares photos from an amazing weekend getaway to the tulip fields in Washington, a place we wish we were spending this Mother's Day.
Beauty and the Budget helps us figure out how to give Mom a special gift without having to break the bank.
If You Have It. Flaunt It. Own It. relieves the memories of the past by sharing some vintage mother-daughter photographs to honor the women who raised us.