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It was a year of uncharted hotness, and we're helping you relive it moment by moment. You might want to have a glass of water handy.

1. David Beckham Strips Down

Becks took it almost all off (so close!) for his latest Emporio Armani ads, and we're pretty sure billboard versions caused minor traffic accidents across the country. Of course, it's not the first time Becks drove wild women. Female drivers, you've been warned: Portuguese soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo will be taking over for Posh's hubby in spring 2010.

2. Blake Lively Stuns on Emmys Red Carpet

The Gossip Girl star wore a slinky scarlet Versace gown that featured a plunging back and front as well as a thigh-high slit. For Blake, it was a showstopping, buzzed-about-for-weeks dress...but it's probably what Serena van der Woodsen wears to the grocery store. Got a girl crush on Blake? Find out what it means.

3. R-Patz Cleans Up for Red Carpet

We're used to seeing Robert Pattinson either superpale

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Cosmo's body language expert Janine Driver gives you a crash course on how to rule your next holiday bash.

1. Take the Prime Position:When you arrive, grab one or two of your friends and head straight for the middle of the room. As other people walk in, you'll appear to be the center of attention and they'll naturally gravitate towards you.

2. Show Your Shoulders: The more skin you show in the winter, the more you will stand out in a crowd. Wear a strapless dress that maximizes the amount of shoulder you show off. Make sure it's a solid color (patterns cause you to blend in) such as red, fuchsia or turquoise and you'll turn more heads than all the women in LBDs...combined. We found the best party dresses for any bash.

3. Perfect Your Smile: The biggest mistake people make in social situations is putting on the perma-smile, which comes off as insincere. Instead, don a close-lipped smirk, like you have a secret you're just dying to tell. Then wait until after you say

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Some bad news: Your boyfriend is more likely to cheat with a coworker than with any other chick. Here's how to keep it from happening- and deal with it if you catch him in the act.

1. ID Your Biggest Threat



Yeah, it sucks but being hot won't keep him from hooking up with other women. You may think that blond bombshell at the front desk has Man Stealer written all over her face, but the chick you least expect could be the real danger to your relationship. "She could simply have some quality that plays to your man's weaknesses or boosts his ego," says Susan K. Perry, PhD, author of Loving in Flow: How the Happiest Couples Stay That Way. Translation: She may not necessarily be a gorgeous vixen. Some suspicious chicks: "Women working on long-term projects with him or who have cell-phone or pager access to him during off-hours," says Gratch. "Also, pay attention when a coworker invites him to nonwork functions, especially if he goes without you." 

That being said, try not to

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You want your boss to like you, but not like you. If he makes a few of these seemingly harmless moves, there's a good chance your boss wants to get it on.

1. He tells you about his life outside of work and constantly asks about yours.

These days we're all working crazy hours to pay the bills, and it's normal for your personal and office lives to overlap a bit. In most workplaces, it's pretty standard to go out and grab a drink or two after work and to dish about your weekend escapades with your co-workers on Monday morning. But when your boss starts to pry about who you're sleeping with or mentions that he's tired of going home to an empty bed (or the one with his wife in it), he's crossed the line. Find out why so many men hook up with their co-workers.

Here's how to deal: You don't have to answer any questions that give you the "uh-oh" feeling. Instead, wince and say, "Oh, it's really complicated." When he's the one giving you way TMI, try to end the conversation as

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If you're crushing on a colleague, you're not alone: A CareerBuilder.com survey found that 40 percent of workers have dated someone on the job during their career, proving that it's a hookup hot spot. Here, advice for turning a flirtation into a potential relationship.



1) Test the waters

Before making a move, it's a good idea to suss out whether your work crush has the hots for you too. Some tip-offs are "if he starts hanging around your work space a lot or asks you to grab lunch or after-work drinks," says Stephanie Losee, coauthor of Office Mate.

 It's also promising if he's in an unrelated department yet asks your opinion on a project of his - it indicates that he is looking for an excuse to talk to you and values your opinion, notes Losee.
You can do your own digging by jokingly saying, "Everyone thinks we're seeing each other, ha-ha. Crazy, right?" If he casts a wide grin or seems into the idea, the coast is clear to start flirting and see what happens.



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Whether you're looking for a nice gift for your boss or a naughty present for your hot hookup, these affordable - but awesome! -gift ideas are guaranteed to please.

A $20 Gift That Looks Way More Expensive

"You can never have too many friends or Pashminas." Okay, so maybe that's not exactly the famous quote, but it should have been. The "wear with everything" cashmere wraps can be pretty pricey, but these silky scarves are basically the same thing and cost three times less. (peachcouture.com, $9.95)

Want to give more than one gift? Urban Decay's Greatest Hits Makeup Kit and a swanky Cocktail Maker Set will also be big hits.

The Gift That Will Make Him Love You More

Fun, geeky fact: When someone controls the computer mouse, nerds call it "driving." Your man doesn't need to be a techie to make that connection with this gift, though. We're pretty certain he'll get a kick out of a computer mouse shaped like a sports car, period. This Sports Car Mouse even has

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To help you start the new year in total bliss with your guy, we asked the country's top relationship experts to share the most crucial things they've uncovered over the years - from big-picture philosophies to little gestures that go a long way. These practices will help keep your union in a happy, healthy place all year long. Start it off with a hot New Year's Eve kiss.

1. Act Out of Character

Couples develop a particular dynamic: the way they relate to each other that repeats itself over and over. If you break that pattern and act against type - in a positive way - you inject new life into the relationship. For example, if you always get angry at your guy when he doesn't follow through on some chore, try addressing him in a nicer, more friendly tone, then thank him when he does a good job. It works every time. Find out what he really means when he calls you a nag.

2. Enjoy a Steady Diet of Sex

If you want to maintain closeness with your man, get out of your

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Hosting a get-together doesn't have to mean spending a ton of cash and slaving away in the kitchen all day. Katie Lee- Cosmo food columnist and author of The Comfort Table - shares her secrets for being the perfect host. Just make sure you don't commit one of these major party fouls.

1. Try this cheapo and festive decorating trick that Katie uses: Fill vases and hurricane candleholders with fresh cranberries. Stick a sprig of evergreen in the center and place the arrangements around your living room.

2. Make a playlist rather than putting your iPod on random. Katie suggests sticking to upbeat, festive music for cocktail hour and mellow tunes for dinner. Download these must-have albums to really get the party started.

3. You don't have to deep-clean your pad before a party, but you should stash clutter. Use decorative tins, baskets, and hampers to hide messes. Or if you're really pressed for time, toss everything in your boudoir and declare that room off-limits.

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