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Of course George Clooney and Elisabetta Canalis have split. Here's why dating guys like George only leads to a broken heart.

-Melissa Chapman, BettyConfidential.com

When I was 22, I had this habit of dating George Clooney-esque guys who--while they wined and dined me and never flat out stated our relationship wouldn't last longer than a Will Arnett sitcom-- would cast me under their irresistible spells.

Just what is the definition of a George Clooney type of guy, you ask? A guy who can both literally and figuratively, "Charm the pants off of you," thanks to his intense masculinity, power, and of course, his all-around affability. It is almost impossible to avoid getting sucked in by his magnetic aura, even though he never gives you a firm commitment.

But, when you're in his presence for those precious few hours (or, if you're lucky and he grants you a night in his apartment-- only to be told he has to golf with his buddies for the rest of the weekend. And,

This season sexiest hairstyle is one hot mess.
-Jackie Cascarano, BettyConfidential.com
We often fall in love with celebrity hairstyles that are all but impossible to achieve at home. But this summer is different, kids. The gods of summertime hair have blessed us with one of the easiest and sexiest hairstyle trends: the messy side braid.While we're all familiar with the bedhead hair craze that has swept Hollywood over the last few seasons, the sultry, tousled look has transformed itself perfectly for summer. With the heat and humidity, all we want to do is get our hair out of our faces and off of our sweaty necks. Enter the side braid. We at Lock & Mane have noticed this gorgeous style on too many celebs to count: Blake Lively just last week at the Green Lantern premiere, Diane Kruger in Cannes, Minka Kelly, Jennifer Hudson, and even Olivia Wilde on the cover of last month's Glamour Magazine

Why we love it:

1. It's easy! The genius behind the style is right in the name:

Help a girl out when her hair's sticking out!
-The Mouthy Housewives, BettyConfidential.com

Joining us here at BettyConfidential … The Mouthy Housewives! These lovely, models of decorum (Kelcey, Wendi, Marinka, Kristine and Tonya) want our lives to be as fabulous as theirs, thus they're happy to ignore their families to give us smart, cheeky advice. So pop open a box of rosé, put on your favorite Barry Manilow CD and let the Housewives Swiffer away your troubles … Every week they'll be answering burning questions from readers. Welcome to their inaugural post!

Dear Mouthy Housewives,

Every summer, my best friend and I spend a lot of time at the beach with all of our kids. It's so much fun but here is the problem. She has a bikini line issue. She often has pubic hairs sticking out of her bathing suit. Agh!!! I am so embarrassed for her. What can I do? Please don't tell me to talk to her about it. I just can't. I'll die.

Signed,

Horrified Henrietta

Dear Horrified

We're not being cheap. We're making dates more fun for less!
-Faye Brennan, BettyConfidential.com

Just the other day, my friends and I were complaining about how expensive dating can be, especially in the summertime. The desire to be out in the nice weather adds up to high drink tabs, long cab rides home, and countless other expenses that you don't remember until your bill comes at the end of the month.

But, summer dating doesn't have to kill your bank account. Consumer Savings Expert Andrea Woroch, who's appeared on the Today Show, ABC News NOW and more, has come up with a list of great, inexpensive date ideas for the warm weather season.

It doesn't matter if you're playing the field or are happily married, one of these eight inexpensive date ideas will work for you:

1. DIY Picnic
Okay, you've heard of the "Picnic in the park" date idea plenty of times before... but have you ever actually done it? You'll be surprised at how easy and romantic it can be. Besides

Brilliant pinks, corals, and orange lipsticks and glosses will light up your complexion.

- PJ Gach, BettyConfidential.com

Kick your pastel lips to the curb! Bright colors are here for the season. Take a look at Selena Gomez and Kate Bosworth above -- their smiles are dazzling in this season's hot shades. We checked in with Gilbert Soliz, Sephora PRO Beauty makeup expert and got the complete 411 on how to wear this trend.

Q: Neon and bright lips are the rage this summer -- what shades go best with different skin tones?
A: I love a bright lip. It is the perfect accessory to wear in the summer! For cooler skin tones, a hot pink with a hint of purple or fuchsia will warm up your face. To brighten up a warmer complexion choose bright orange shades. A go-to color for all skin tones is coral. This universally flattering shade is a perfect way to break into bright tones.

Q: Because these shades are highly pigmented, should you apply them a bit differently than a regular

Six refreshing food choices that will cool you down on those sweltering scorches.

- Melanie Kozlan, BettyConfidential.com

Heatwaves tend to have a way of killing appetites and making us feel too lazy to cook. Before succumbing to a Freezie and popsicles diet, try out these easy, energy-boosting, oven-free meals and nutritional necessities.

1. Quinoa

This grain-like superfood originates from the Spinach family, is gluten-free, low in calories and has all ten amino acids. Swimming with vitamins and essential nutrients, Quinoa is a versatile bowl of energy. You can eat it like rice, or mixed up in a salad.

2. Coconut Water

It has more electrolytes than Gatorade, and is the ultimate source of energy, hydration and potassium. It's basically like water -- if water was delicious and had super powers. It may not feature the convenience of coming from a tap, but it is available in most grocery and organic food stores.

3. Cold Soup

Sure there is gazpacho, but there are

From Lady Gaga to Katy Perry, day-glo hair is par for the course with today's pop-tarts.

- Jackie Casarano, BettyConfidential.com


The CFDA Fashion Awards were last week and Lady Gaga, naturally, upstaged all of the attendees with her sassy attire. This time it was a black bustier and see-through bodysuit. There were pasties involved.

After soaking in the entirety of Gaga's wild look, we finally noticed her bright turquoise bob. A wig, to be sure - and this is not the first time (or even the tenth) that Gaga has been spotted donning a cartoon-colored mop. She consistently opts for wild hair hues, most recently gracing the cover of Vogue and Harper's Bazaar with bubblegum pink styles. While Gaga insists on breaking rules and pushing boundaries, her technicolor hair habit actually appears to be par for the course in the pop star world these days.

Much to the chagrin of the Lock & Mane blogging team, hip hop darling Rihanna has been rocking the same fire-engine red hair for over a year

How "First Date Braggers" turn a potentially fun time into a torturous, never-ending story about themselves.
By Faye Brennan, BettyConfidential.com

man on a first date

I was wondering how he was able to breathe. He had been talking non-stop for most of the night, covering every topic under the sun: his job, his family life, where he vacations, how big his apartment is, what languages he can speak, and now, as if he's finally running out of things to say, what he was like in high school. Which was 10 years ago.

I smiled and nodded as he went on and on and on ("I was captain of the baseball team and was awarded top honors in National Honors Society…"), but really, I had tuned out about an hour ago. If there's one thing I can't stand on a first date, it's a guy who talks way too much about himself. I don't know if it's caused by nerves or the desire to impress, but if I have to wonder about your ability to breathe, then it doesn't matter. The date is NOT going well.

I'd like to say that my