A few smart summer shoe purchases can make your entire seasonal wardrobe. But there is no need to spend a ton of money. Each of these fabulous finds will dress up your day and nighttime attire--for less than $60!
With warm weather season upon us, there are all kinds of opportunities to show some leg--or sock, if the spirit moves you. But we're not talking just any socks. Following are some of the most hilarious, eye-turning options out there. Whether you need a laugh, super-bold fashion statement, or a wild Father's Day gift, these socks totally rock.
Superhero Socks
Is there a more wonderfully wacky sock than the Superman Knee-High Cape Sock? We don't think so! $14.77 per pair at Amazon
Food and feet--yum!
MORE FROM KABOODLE:
The Best
Since your wallet is probably the most frequently used fashion article you own, you may as well have one that brings you great joy and is as stylish as it is functional. With that in mind, we present you with our favorites of the moment.
Tori Wallet by Big Buddha
Vibrant and eye-catching, this standout wallet comes at a stylishly affordable price. $34.95 at Zappos
J Crew Matte Black Edie Style
An affordable spin on the famed Edie wallet, this matte style is elegant, versatile, and handy. $158 at J Crew
Kimchi Blue Ornate Turnlock Checkbook Wallet
Oh-so-cute and compact, this checkbook wallet in pebbled faux leather comes at an unbeatable price. $20 at Urban Outfitters
Nappa Leather Continental Wallet by Milly
Smooth leather, chic turnlock-closure, and gold one hardware accents make this wallet an opulent fave. $129 on sale
Rebecca Minkoff Colorblock Passport Wallet
We love the edgy zippered trim, removable zippered pouch, and roomy style of
According to Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), over the past five years an average of eight teens were killed in driving accidents each day between Memorial Day and Labor Day. With those horrific rates, it's no wonder the summer months are deemed the 100 deadliest days of the year. To help ensure your loved ones make it safely through summer, heed the following tips from Bill Wade, national program manager of safe teen driving program Tire Rack Street Survival.
Set Limits
Remember, your teen's license is not about your convenience-it's about their life. Set limits on your teen's driving, especially in high-risk situations such as at night, on the weekends or in inclement weather. Do not let your teen ride with a young driver that has less than one year's driving experience. Also, monitor how many people your teen drives with; the higher the number of teens in the car, the greater the level of distraction.
Understand the Route
Have a clear
The superstore best known for electronics, bulk food products, and cheap fashion and books has some surprising, if not shocking, offerings that, as expected, are sold at discount prices. If you're even in the market for any of the following items, you might want to check out the superstore before buying elsewhere!
6-Person Sauna
Who knew you could get this barrel-shape indoor/outdoor cedar-heated sauna at Costco? The price? $11,999.99, including shipping and handling
The Mother of All Play Sets
Who needs a park when your kids and all their friends can romp freely around this Metropolis Play System by Gorilla Playsets? $17,999.99 including shipping
Air Maui Helicopter Tour
That's right. Costco is in the travel business. In fact, they have their own travel website-costcotravel.com. On it you will find trips and activities, including a helicopter tour of West Maui and the nearby island of Molokai or Hana and Haleakala, Maui's dormant volcano.
Read More »from Shockingly Suprising Finds at Costco ... Including a Casket!
Despite her daughter's persistent pleas, one editor in our office refused to let her four-year-old have a bikini because she thought the style was too "adult" for her toddler. By the age of seven, she acquiesced, but not without second thoughts.
Her internal struggle got us wondering: Do you think it's fine or too flirty for toddlers to wear two-piece bathing suits?
MORE FROM KABOODLE:
The Best Hairstyles with Bangs
Celebrities' Favorite Floral Print Jeans
30 Stunning Print Dresses Under $100
The Wackiest Products EVER
The Most Comfortable (and Fashionable) Flats
Connect with Kaboodle:
Follow us on Twitter!
Like us on Facebook!
Become part of our savvy shopping community
Stainless steel appliances have a fantastically modern and chic look-right up until the moment someone damages them and scars them forever. If you've got stainless steel in your home, it'll look great for years to come, provided you give it the right care and avoid the following damage-inducing errors.
1. Scrub them with steel wool or rough materials.
Stainless steel can easily be scratched, and once they are marked, there is no remedy. Clean it gently, with a soft side of a sponge and soapy water, and go with the grain, if your stainless has one.
2. Clean with abrasive cleaners.
Like steel wool, abrasive cleaners, such as Ajax, can easily scratch the finish on your stainless steel appliances, especially if you scrub against the grain. Stick with gentle cleaners and if you need to scrub, do so with the grain with a soft cloth dampened with soapy water.
3. Forget to rinse and towel dry.
Despite its name, stainless steel can, in fact, be stained-even by
While it's understandable that gluten-free foods are more expensive due to their need for special production equipment and smaller-batch production, their steep price tags can still be hard to swallow. Fortunately, there are ways to pay substantially less money for these specialty items, provided you know the following five tricks. Try them next time you shop for gluten-free goods and you're guaranteed to save money.
1. Shop online.
Amazon's marketplace is full of your favorites, most of which are offered at substantial discount for case prices. So long as you have storage space for Pamela's Pancake Mix (3 4-pound bags for $44.61!) or Udi's White Sandwich Bread ($44.29 for 8 loaves!), you'll save big-especially if you buy enough goods at once to have shipping waived!
2. Ask for a bulk discount at your local store.
Did you know that stores give bulk discounts if you ask for them? Neither did we, until we requested a case of Udi's Gluten-Free Vanilla
Memorial Day Weekend (May 26th-28th this year) marks the unofficial beginning of summer-and road trip season! But before you hop in the car for sunshine destinations, consider the following tips, which help you get there safely and with sanity.
1. Navigate Around Traffic
You're not the only one heading out of town for the weekend, so plan around the traffic. Don't depart during peak commute hours. Consider leaving early in the morning or around dinnertime. Also, if you have an iPhone, download Waze, an app that speaks GPS directions (so you don't have to look at the phone while behind the wheel), alerts you when traffic, accidents, or highway patrol are looming, and offers alternative routes when necessary.
2. Offer Amusements for Kids
Anyone familiar with the "Are we there yet" mantra understands why it's critical to stock up on things to occupy the kids. But what?! A portable DVD player can be your best friend, provided you charged it in advance. (Better yet,
Since recent studies at UCSF revealed that sugar is not only addictive but also toxic like alcohol and cigarettes, some of us here at Kaboodle HQ have been more conscious than ever about our love affair with sweets, as well as our desire to protect our children from it. One of our editors has strict rules around indulgence for her six year old-ice cream on Fridays and pancakes on Sundays, but no treats the rest of the week. Another staffer believes that giving a little treat after dinner each night makes sugar less of a desired taboo and set-up for future overindulgences.
Tell us: What's your philosophy around children and sweets?
MORE FROM KABOODLE:
The Best Hairstyles with Bangs
The Hottest Nail Polishes of the Season
30 Stunning Print Dresses Under $100
Personalized Mom's Day Gifts That'll Make Her Melt
The Most Comfortable (and Fashionable) Flats
Connect with Kaboodle:
Follow us on Twitter!
Like us on Facebook!
Become part of our savvy shopping
