Blog Posts by Glamour Magazine

By Kenrya Rankin Naasel, Glamour magazine

Attracting guys has never been a problem for Julie Wilson, 34. The Greensboro, North Carolina, native has been proposed to an astonishing four times. "My friends can't understand why even so-called players want to run down the aisle with me," she says. "And they keep calling me long after the relationship ends." Wilson's fantastic, but so are plenty of other girls-so what is it about women like her that men just can't resist? What do they know that the rest of us don't? We present to you: their secrets! Soak 'em in, then do some super-attracting of your own.

Related: 12 Secret Signs He's Into You

Go Out Looking for a Good Time-Not Your Future Husband
Super-attractor Rule No. 1: Don't go hunting. "Too many girls focus on meeting The One when they should be looking for a tasty drink and a fun night out," says Amber Kallor, a 26-year-old in New York City who's known for getting guys of all stripes-hipsters, bankers, sailors, you name

By Jake, Glamour magazine

Jake's got a crush! Listen in on his diary of the male mind in date mode, from the neurotic planning stages to the steamy good night.

I'd just broken one of my own rules and asked a woman out over email-but she said yes, so who cares? J. and I had met through friends. She'd always had a boyfriend, and I'd always wished she didn't, so when I heard she was single, I emailed her, and we made plans to see each other later that week, when she'd be, as she put it, "free to really go out."

Related: 12 Secret Signs He's Into You

But, wait, what did that mean? Did she expect me to provide a crazy good time and take her to a glamorous rooftop party like the ones in the vodka commercials? Did she picture me wearing a tie and knowing how to order caviar? Should I arrange for what I think she might like, or do what I want, or some combination of both?

First Issue: The Plan

I started by running through my date options. There was the hang date, when you grab a beer and

By Kate Sullivan, Allure magazine

When Anderson Cooper flubbed the pronunciation of Manolo Blahnik (muh-NO-low BLAH-nick, for the record) during an interview with Sarah Jessica Parker-he called a pair of shoes "Bolanecks"-he managed to come off as charmingly unpretentious.

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When mangling designer names, the rest of us are more likely to sound like Elizabeth Berkley's clueless character in Showgirls, decked out in a dress by "Ver-sase." Of course we've all had those read-it-but-never-said-it moments with a well-known fashion or beauty brand name; even certain design words ("ombré," "ruching") can leave the savviest of tastemakers tongue-tied. In the past, we've "Coopered" everything from "décolletage" to "Shu Uemura"-but it ends now.

Here, some of the most frequently mispronounced words in fashion and beauty, and how to say them phonetically:

Bulgari - BUHL-guh-ree

Caudalie - koh-da-lee

Clé de Peau Beaute clay duh poe BO-tay

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By Petra Guglielmetti, Glamour magazine

I am a huge proponent of the investment blow dryer. A well-made ionic one (like my beloved Ultra Chi) makes such a big difference when it comes to styling and your hair's longer-term health/appearance. But the new $700 hairdryer hitting the market has even me saying what the what?!

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New to the market this month, the Sedu Icon Prive claims to be "the most technologically advanced dryer in the world"--which it certainly should be, for a price tag of $700. Those technological advancements include using 70 percent less electricity, being extremely lightweight (about a pound) with a cool-touch nozzle, and giving you dramatically reduced drying time, thanks to an air speed of 93 MPH--I'm not sure how that compares to the average dryer, but it sure sounds windy! The Prive also boasts 10,000 hours of motor life (or about 8 years of use), compared to 2,000 for the average dryer, and comes with a 6 year

By Baze Mpinja, Glamour magazine

Whether you're blessed with natural curly hair (lucky you!) or just want to do something different with your 'do, you officially have no more excuses not to change up your hairstyle. Take a cue from these gorgeous wavy-haired celebs-you've got options!

Before you go to bed at night try one (or a few!) of these simple, at-home beauty tips. You'll wake up feeling pampered, refreshed and rejuvenated and, yes, even prettier.

By Tanya Edwards, Glamour magazine

So you're dating a guy, let's call him Smeorge Shlooney, and everything is going great-except for one teeny, tiny, little hiccup: You're not always sure he's 100 percent over his ex. Before you get all paranoid on Smeorgey, consult our he's-so-not-over-her warning signs. And remember: Every relationship is different, so make sure to talk things over with your man before making any major relationship changes.

1. You Know He's Not Over His Ex When…He's Her Dog-Sitter
Your man ended his previous relationship months ago, but it seems like every time you call him, he's out walking his ex-girlfriend's dog. Should you freak out? Not necessarily. If they were together for a long time or they got the dog together, he might not miss her-he might miss the dog. But if she got the pup after they broke up, it could be a move on his part to get out of the doghouse with her.

Related: 12 Secret Signs He's Into You

2. You Know He's Not Over His Ex When…They Text

By Alyssa Shapiro, Glamour magazine

If you thought sky-high heels and fancy party dresses were the only covetable styles to hit the spring Fashion Week runways, think again! Look a little closer and you'll notice a slew of standout, must-try nail trends headed our way soon-and the best part is, you can get a jump on these trends now! And why not? As the amazing Essie told us, it's the only makeup that you get to see all day!