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    • How To: Donut Sprinkle Nail Art

      By DailyCandy | Beauty on Shine – Wed, Jul 18, 2012 4:36 PM EDT

      Donut Sprinkle Nail ArtOn days when nothing's going right (food baby in the belly, hovering boss, ex posting a million pics of his new GF on Facebook), nail art still has an uncanny ability to make us smile.

      Here, artist and certified nail technician, Breanne Trammell shows us how to create donut sprinkle nail art.



      BrushesBrushesTo master Donut Sprinkle nail art you will need a few nail tools. You can either use polish that comes with a long thin brush, or go to a craft store and buy a cheap thin brush that will allow for you to make the thin sprinkle look.




      To choose what colors you will use, Trammell suggests looking at a picture of a donut with sprinkles to get inspired. As her base color, Trammell uses Essie's Ballet Slipper. Available at Walmart.com, $7.75.

      For the sprinkles Trammell recommends using three to four bright, contrasting colors. She uses a hot pink, purple, and blue. Once you've gotten your polishes and brushes together, you're ready to begin!

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    • A Circus-Themed Birthday Party for Kids

      By DailyCandy | Parenting – Wed, Jul 18, 2012 4:12 PM EDT

      PinwheelWhen a friend's daughter requested a big top-themed birthday, Lexy Ward of The Proper Pinwheel promised to make the circus come to town. The Denver-based party planner and blogger covered all the details, from the handmade pinwheel backdrop to the buttercream-frosted cake.





      More DIY Birthday Party Ideas

      Budget or blowout?
      Budget. Everything was pulled together for under $100. Plates and invites came from the craft store dollar bin. For Ring of Fire cupcakes, Ward bent sparkly pipe cleaners to mimic hoops and topped each with a lion. She loaded goodie bags with Mary Janes, saltwater taffy, and other nostalgic candy, then sealed the tops with glitter-dipped clothespins.

      How to Throw a Woodland Birthday Party

      Zebra Mask and Nostalgic SodaBet they loved all the sweets. Did that lead to any sugar-addled beasts?
      The menu was tempered with crates of strawberries and Mason jars filled with radishes and carrot sticks.


      Any tightrope walkers?
      No, the entertainment was all low-key. Animal masks were placed

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    • Our Favorite Online Kids' Boutiques

      By DailyCandy | Parenting – Tue, Jul 17, 2012 3:17 PM EDT

      We know how it is. After you have kids, the best time to shop is often the middle of the night. Next time you're up at midnight and looking to refresh your kid's room, wardrobe, or just refresh your Pinterest wish list, check out some of our favorite sites to browse.

      The Land of NodThe Land of Nod
      Launched: 1995
      The goods:       Storage collections, wall art, bedroom furniture, and rugs
      Why we love it:       Things are looking quite colorful at the kids' furniture shop from the same folks who brought you Crate & Barrel. Need proof? The Jenny Lind bed now comes in hot pink. Where: At landofnod.com.




      Little Dudes OnlyLittle Dudes Only
      Launched:       2007
      The goods:       Fore Axel & Hudson, Chaser Kids, Creative Recreation
      Why we love it:       Boys will be well-dressed boys, thanks to the L.A.-based Web retailer dedicated exclusively to young gents. The shop-by-look option (skater, punk, vintage) keeps your Mr. Opinionister happy.

      Where: At littledudesonly.com.


      Nursery Decor We Love!


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    • Summer Hair Savers

      By DailyCandy | Beauty on Shine – Tue, Jul 17, 2012 1:49 PM EDT

      Because you can't wear a topknot every day without people thinking you haven't showered, the DailyCandy editors tested every frizz fighter, wave maker, and hair mask under the sun, so you are your best tressed all summer long.

      Coolest Frizz FighterCoolest Frizz Fighter
      Sea air and saltwater might be good for the soul but not for your locks. To avoid a sea witch hairstyle after a day at the beach, we slathered on Fekkai's naturally cooling cream for frizz-free mermaid hair instead.

      Available at fekkai.com, $25.




      Most Improved Hairbrush
      New York editor Jordan has a love-hate relationship with her five-pound mane (exhibit A). Goody's brush cut her wet-to-dry time from 25 minutes to eighteen, but she wishes the blue squeegee nubs were thirstier. Be sure to sandwich strands between the brush and your free hand to optimize absorbency.

      Available at target.com, $11.


      18 Ways to Temporarily Change Your Hair


      Best Blast From the PastBest Blast from the Past
      If everything neon is new again, then it stands to reason thatRead More »

    • Great, unusual board games and boxed games for kids

      By DailyCandy | More Family Fun – Thu, Jul 12, 2012 2:53 PM EDT

      Keep your little ones entertained by playing with them instead of just watching. These games are perfect for the whole family.

       Young LearnersYoung Learners
      Young Learners
      The playtime equivalent of hiding veggies in your kid's macaroni, Young Learners stealthily serves up educational lessons - everything from math to language skills - in each fun-filled game.

      Available online at creativetoyshop.com, $18-$25.




      Take the CakeTake the CakeTake the Cake
      Gamewright's Take the Cake introduces a sweet, cupcake-themed matching game to help toddlers recognize shapes and colors.

      Available online at gamewright.com, $13.

      12 Items You Need in Your Beach Bag

      Quelf JuniorQuelf Junior
      Quelf Junior
      Board game Quelf Junior asks players to invent movements and creatively answer silly questions.

      Available online at barnesandnoble.com, $17.


      FoodFunFoodFun
      FoodFun
      Riffing on beloved classics (Match Game, Pin the Tail on the Donkey, flash cards), FoodFun's games familiarize children with food names, food groups, and the concept of a balanced Read More »

    • Make a Splash: Bathing Suits Go Retro

      By DailyCandy | Fashion – Wed, Jul 11, 2012 4:01 PM EDT

      Bathing suits are going retro. Check out these new launches and weigh in -- would you take on the bloomers trend?


      Suzanne Rae SwimwearSuzanne Rae
      The Brooklyn-based, eco-minded designer's first foray into swim reads retro without crossing into pinup territory. A printed bloomer and bandeau set in Japanese cotton takes top honors, and a white silk halter top with rope-tie waist channels Pfeiffer circa Scarface.

      Available at suzanne-rae.myshopify.com, $235-$260.



      Drifting Arrows Drifting Arrows Swimwear

      Designer Leah Lawrence's debut collection comprises four sophisticated yet simple looks that stand out (without letting you hang out).

      Available at driftingarrows.com, $190-$213.




      80 Swimsuits to Dive in For


      GiejoGiejoGiejo
      Designer Gabby Sabharwal debuts with three bottoms and three tops in contrasting yet complementary prints. Pair the half-green, half-black high-waist briefs with sailor-stripe bandeau or mosaic boy shorts with cornflower balconette top.


      For

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    • Summer Accessories that Outshine the Sun

      By DailyCandy | Fashion – Tue, Jul 10, 2012 6:09 PM EDT

      While breezy tees and cotton dresses are clutch for beating the heat, don't oversimplify things. We did the math and found stylish embellishments that really add up.

      LacesLacesCole Haan Shoelaces
      Don't kick your oxfords to the curb just because it's sandal season. For fresh-looking feet, swap out neutral laces and tie 'em up with a sunny dose of color.

      Available at colehaan.com, $7.


      HEAD-TO-TOE SUMMER FASHION GUIDE

      BobbiesBobbiesPrinted Fabric Bobbies
      Drop the hair dryer and embrace the humidity. There's nothing a good antifrizz serum and some bobbies can't handle.


      Available at anthropologie.com, $15 for a set of six.




      EarringsRachel Roy Maritime Earring Set
      Skip Sally's seashells on the seashore and shell out your clams on Rachel Roy's seaworthy set of earrings instead.

      Available at rachelroy.com, $28.




      THE BEST SHORTS OF THE SEASON
      SunglassesSunglassesMadewell Sunny Day Shades
      With a new collection of sunglasses all 55 bucks or less, Madewell makes sure you have plenty saved for a rainy day.
      Available at Read More »

    • Must-Pack Items for Your Beach Bag

      By DailyCandy | Parenting – Mon, Jul 9, 2012 3:36 PM EDT

      Surf's up - and your little beachcomber wants in. The secret to a good time is bringing a bag with all the right items to make your time at the beach relaxing and whine-free.

      CoolerPackIt Social Cooler
      They work up an appetite building sand castles. Pack a picnic in the roomy carrier, which keeps food and drink cold for up to ten hours. Its chilling secret: It folds compactly and stores in the freezer when not in use.

      Available at packitcool.com, $28.





      Pool ToySpark Shark Toss & Catch Pool Toy
      Let them sink their teeth into the outdoor game; it challenges them to toss and catch from handheld nets. The foam balls float, so they can play in the water or on the sand.

      Available at melissaanddoug.com, $15.






      Beach BagSand-Away Beach Bag
      Grains, grains, go away. The giant mesh tote keeps your gear in and sand out. When emptied, it folds into a self-contained pouch.

      Available at onestepahead.com, $15.



      Toys You'll Want to Keep on Display


      GogglesSwim Goggles
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    • How to Quit Your Day Job: Daily Candy's Start Small, Go Big Challenge

      By DailyCandy | Work + Money – Mon, Jul 9, 2012 1:49 PM EDT

      Start Small, Go Big!



      Are you ready to go big?
      Calling all fledgling designers, budding restaurateurs, and disc jockeys dying to quit their day jobs. Your big break has finally arrived. Enter DailyCandy's third annual Start Small, Go Big contest, and you could win a trip to New York City, the opportunity to mix and mingle with industry bigwigs at our Academy, and a solo write-up in a DailyCandy email.

      Ready to get started?
      All you have to do is wow the DailyCandy editors with your idea. Are you a corporate slave by day, indie seamstress by night? The brains behind the ultimate party in a box? An up-and-coming digital maven? Or operating a top-secret cocktail den from inside your apartment? (We kid. That can't be legal.)

      Tell us all about it!
      We'll do you a solid by spreading the word and introducing you to the likes of Jonathan Adler, Rebecca Minkoff, Christiane Lemieux (DwellStudio), and Lev Glazman and Alina Roytberg (Fresh). In other words, all the people who have already made it big in your dream

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    • A Simple Tip to Cover Up Acne

      By DailyCandy | Beauty on Shine – Thu, Jul 5, 2012 1:28 PM EDT

      It's inevitable: You're going to a party and a zit as big as a grape pops up on your chin. Oh, an ex you haven't seen in five years will be there? Naturally.

      Don't pick at your blemishWe've got you covered. Makeup artist Merrell Smith of Space NK spills her simple technique for concealing blemishes. And when you're done obsessing over these tips, check out her video on DailyCandy of how to get rid of pesky dark areas around the eyes.



      Smith says the most common mistake when trying to fix up a blemish is picking at it and using the wrong tools, like your fingers, or a concealer brush that's too big.

      Use a small brushHer number one tip: use a small synthetic brush and a concealer that's not too creamy or greasy.

      When applying, use a tiny amount of product and put it onto the blemish itself with a small brush. Do it in a patting motion and lightly feather out the remaining product, that way you won't get too much product on the surrounding area, which would only highlight the problem!



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