Blog Archives for 2008

Rumor Roundup In An Elevator
Livin' it up when I'm goin' down
Rumor Roundup In An Elevator
Lovin' it up 'til I hit the ground

There's no doubt that Apple's iTunes is a great service: Convenient and relatively inexpensive, with a huge catalog. But there are other online music stores that cost less, sometimes much less, and DRM-free. And that's a big deal. We compare the top stores so you can get your music fix for less.

We adore the fierce style of Project Runway winner Christian Siriano, and with our guide, you'll be able to wear a dramatic Christian-inspired look for every day -- without all the feathers.

Don't let rainy weather bring down your spring spirit! Prepare for precipitation, while maintaining your style with our favorite boots, trench coats, and umbrellas.

Jovovich-Hawk has garnered a devoted following for its dreamy California line of clothing, and now that the label has designed a collection for Target, any girl can nab a piece without slapping down a couple hundred dollars.

Read on to learn about the hottest trends straight from the catwalks of Milan, and discover ways that you can get the latest looks from Gucci, Prada, Giorgio Armani, and Emilio Pucci.

With its new unlimited calling plan, Verizon Wireless triggered a pricing war amongst its mobile competitors. But are these new plans truly money-saving deals or are you better off staying with your current plan? Click ahead to find out which cell phone provider offers the best all-you-can-eat plan.

Spending too much money on your gaming needs? We'll show you how to cut down costs without cutting down on content. From free online gaming to unlimited rentals, we'll help you keep your money where it belongs — in your wallet.

Karen Walker is a New Zealand designer who's setting the fashion world aflame with her high-style streetwear.

Kerrigan, the new line by Daryl Kerrigan, is affordable street-chic to the max.

Subversive jewelry designer Justin Giunta has created a limited-edition line of earrings, necklaces, and bracelets for Target

Apple may have stolen some thunder with today's MacBook and MacBook Pro upgrades, but Lenovo isn't about to let Mac fanboys have all the fun. Today it unleashed the new ThinkPad X300, a 13.3" ultraportable hoping to pull the carpet right from under Apple's smug feet. We compare the two notebooks to see which system offers the best bang for your buck.

If you think gadgets and tech stuff are catered solely to the guys, think again – we've found some great products with details that only you can appreciate.

Waiting on a Sunday Friday afternoon
for what I read between the lines,
your RUMORS.
feelin' like a hand in rusted shame
so do you laugh or does it cry?
reply?

No matter how good a deal is, sometimes you've got to return it. However, returning an opened gadget isn't always easy. We've listed return polices for 14 of the top tech stores so you know what to expect when your dream deal goes sour. Who doesn't charge a restocking fee? Who pays for return shipping? Who has the best return policy on the planet? Find out now.

Diane Keaton caused a fashion sensation in the 70s with her role as Annie Hall, and today, designers are bringing back the look. With our easy guide, you'll be rocking the semi-masculine look in no time.

Take a peek inside the Stylenotes staff's handbags and find out what we can't live without!

Front row fashion is just as important as what the models wear down the runway, and this Fashion Week, both socialites and starlets were on our radar. With our affordable selections, you'll be stylin' in no time.

As New York Fashion Week came to a close, we picked our favorite shows from the last three days of the runway collections. Marc Jacobs, Calvin Klein, and Carlos Miele were at the top of our list.

The abundance of red on the runways this season caught our eye – check out our favorite red looks, and our picks on how to partake in the trend.

Save your money for a rainy day, now that the designs of Judith Ripka are available at QVC -- starting at only $25!

Imitation of Christ fans, rejoice! The label's star designer, Tara Subkoff, has teamed up with Bebe to produce a retro-glam line of clothing that's quite affordable.

Stylenotes is live from New York Fashion Week, with coverage on the latest shows, trends, celebrities, and more. We've worked hard to find ways that you can get the looks seen on the runways, for a lot less.

Don't let your Valentine's Day fall flat! Our check list brings you the best in sweet and saucy options for the amorous holiday, whether your Valentine is your boyfriend or simply your best friend.

Are hard drive prices plummeting? Yes, at least in 750GB and 1TB sizes. See our latest price trend analysis to find out how much these high-capacity hard drives have dropped, and which one(s) you should buy. Read more ...

The legendary 70's designer brand, Halston, will relaunch on February 4th, and NET-A-PORTER.com will sell two key styles from the runway show an extraordinary 24 hours after they debut.

As Valentine's Day rapidly approaches, we can't think of anything better than getting some new sexy lingerie for the occasion. Read on, and the best items to buy for this special occasion will be revealed. From shelf bras and lacey underpinnings to robes, pajamas and slippers, we've got it covered.

Anyone who can make a shaved head look glamorous and chic like Natalie Portman deserves some props. Our selection of clothes and accessories let you emulate her classic, Hepburn-like style.

Because we always want to Smile at the sight of Lily Allen's sunny style, we've found loads of items to get the look.

The writer's strike may be ending soon, or it may go on for ages more. Either way, TV kind of ... well, it kind of sucks right now, and won't get better for the next several months. After exhaustive hours of "research" on the couch, we've built a list of our favorite TV shows available on DVD that will sooth your cravings for non-reality programming, including a few we bet you haven't seen. Plus, once the strike ends, these shows will stand above the rest, so they're a good investment regardless of the strike.

We're hoping that spring is just around the corner, thus, we've put together the hottest trends, along with some shopping suggestions to get you started.

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When it comes to polished (yet youthful) style, Blair and Serena of Gosspi Girl shine; with our picks, you can too.

During his Keynote speech today, Steve Jobs boldly stated that Apple's new MacBook Air was better than Sony's VAIO TZ series. We put the two systems head-to-head to find out which laptop comes out on top.

From the introduction of the PowerMac Cube to the unveiling of the iPhone, we take a look back at our favorite and not so favorite Macworld Expos on the eve before Macworld '08.

Well, either you're closing your eyes to a situation you do not wish to acknowledge or you are not aware of the caliber of disaster indicated by the presence of a Rumor Roundup in your community! Ya got Rumors, my friend, right here, I say, Rumors right here in River City!

Wanna get Hi? These standalone Blu-ray players can bring high-definition content straight to your living room without costing you an arm and a leg. But before you whip out that credit card, find out what to look for when shopping for your first Blu-ray player.

With our carefully chosen apparel and accessories, even we can look like the beautiful songstress, Rihanna. At the very least, we could always sport one of her umbrellas.

Want surround sound, but don't have the room for a stack of speakers? These stylish soundbars can pump your living room with the next best thing — virtual surround sound. By bouncing sound beams off your living room walls, these one-box components trick your ears into thinking you have a full 5.1-channel set up. In addition to eliminating the clutter of cables behind your entertainment center, some of them also offer iPod connectivity, integrated DVD players, and satellite radio. Granted, they're more expensive than conventinal low- to mid-range home theater systems, but their clean lines and wide sound spectrum are worth the investment if you don't want to box yourself in a forest of cables and satellites. Click here to see the offerings from Polk, Philips, Samsung, and more.

We've evaluatd our online shopping experiences this season to bring you some helpful tips to make next year's shopping a breeze. Check out our solutions to save even more next holiday!

It's cold out there, and it's only going to get worse. Throw another Rumor Roundup on the fire and pray you don't freeze this winter!