Back to Basics

Breakfast

Go Back to Basics With Classic French Toast

Arguably the most delicious way to revive stale bread is french toast.

Arguably the most delicious way to revive stale bread is french toast. Simpler than pancakes, french toast can be ready in less than 20 minutes and is an easy way to feed a house full of people.

The bread soaks in a batter consisting mainly of milk and eggs. Then the drenched pieces are thrown on a skillet to sear on each side, which results in a custardy interior and toasted exterior.

The actual french toast is minimally sweetened; let each person customize his or her own with fresh berries, maple syrup, and powdered sugar. Keep reading to see the french toast recipe.

Back to Basics

12 Common Credit Card Questions Answered

Credit cards can be your best financial friend and your worst enemy.

Credit cards can be your best financial friend and your worst enemy. No matter how organized you are, staying within your limit, finding a card with a fair interest rate, and making payments is a monthly challenge. I get questions every day from readers about how to manage and navigate offers and keep your credit score sky-high. Here's a selection of my advice.


When Should I Cancel My Credit Card?

Can an Authorized Signer Affect My Credit Rating?

How Long Will Bad Debt Stay on My Credit Report?

Should I Keep a High Limit Credit Card I Don't Want?

What to Say When Asking For a Lower Interest Rate

Savings Tricks to Pay Off Debt

What Happens If My Husband Has Bad Credit, or No Credit at All?

How Do I Know If a Collections Agency Is Real?

Should I Cancel Idle Credit Cards?

Why Was My Credit Card Application Denied? Part I

Why Was My Credit Card Application Denied? Part II

Do I Really Need to Know My Credit Score?

Got a question? Share it with me in the Ask Savvy group.

summer style

5 First-Date Outfits That Will Give You Butterflies

A first date is one of those typical occurrences that leave you standing in front of your closet, scratching your head.
What to Wear on a First Date

A first date is one of those typical occurrences that leave you standing in front of your closet, scratching your head. You've gotten asked out, and now it's time to find the perfect outfit — no easy feat, considering you've only got one chance to make a first impression, right? We've put together five stylish ensembles for various first-date scenarios, so whether you end up at a five-star restaurant or playing a few rounds of pool at your neighborhood dive, you're sure to look your absolute best. Click through to see (and shop!) each look.

Photo courtesy of Coco Rocha

summer

Leaving on a Jet Plane: What to Wear on a Long Flight

Traveling someplace far away?
What to Wear on a Long Flight

Traveling someplace far away? No matter where you're headed, style is a definite priority — but comfort should come first. We've put together three TSA-friendly ensembles that will ensure you arrive at your destination looking effortlessly chic and fresh. Now that you've booked your ticket, check out each look — and as always, click to shop each stylish piece.

Photo courtesy of Mango

summer

Cruise Control: What to Wear on a Road Trip

Windows down, music blaring, and adventure looming: when it comes to heading out of town for fun, nothing beats a road trip.
What to Wear on a Road Trip

Windows down, music blaring, and adventure looming: when it comes to heading out of town for fun, nothing beats a road trip. It's a great way to bond with friends and take some much-needed time to reflect on your life (just don't venture into any Thelma and Louise-type stunts). Whether your final destination is only a few hours away, or you decide to take some roads less traveled for a week or two, you want to stay comfortable sitting shotgun, while still looking chic for your stops. Click through to see and shop some looks that will ensure that you stay stylish while cruising the open road — and whatever you do, don't forget your playlist!

Shopping

It Doesn't Take a Dozen: 6 Bags Every Woman Should Own

With t-shirts, dresses, and shoes, it makes a lot more sense to have multiples; after all, you never know what kind of style situation you'll run into on any given day.
Bags Every Woman Should Own

With t-shirts, dresses, and shoes, it makes a lot more sense to have multiples; after all, you never know what kind of style situation you'll run into on any given day. But when it comes to handbags, less can be more — and while you don't need a plethora of arm candy in your arsenal, you can't exactly get by with two, either. We're helping you pinpoint the pieces you must have to get you through day, evening, and the weekend in style. See and shop the six bags you need in your life now and forever.

For more style essentials, check out our guides on the dresses, jewelry, and shoes that you need in your wardrobe.

Photo courtesy of Phil Oh

Money

5 Savvy Ways to Use Your Phone's Calculator

Your fancy phone probably has features that are way cooler than the calculator, but don't let this old school tool go unnoticed.
Cost-Per-Use

Your fancy phone probably has features that are way cooler than the calculator, but don't let this old school tool go unnoticed. That hidden calculator is good for more than simple addition and subtraction. Let these ideas for using your cell phone's calculator inspire you to use it more often — a few new habits could help you keep your finances on track and make your life easier on a daily basis.

Health

Post-Pregnancy Weight Loss Tips, Guides, and Concerns

Healthy mamas know pregnancy is a natural process that usually packs on the pounds, but that doesn't make the experience of gaining and losing weight any easier or more comfortable.

Healthy mamas know pregnancy is a natural process that usually packs on the pounds, but that doesn't make the experience of gaining and losing weight any easier or more comfortable. Some ladies eat for two while pregnant and aren't surprised when the scale tips in a not-so-favorable direction, while others retain water, which accounts for some of their excess weight. But what's a new mom to do once that baby is delivered? Here's a look back at some of our most popular baby weight coverage for tips and support shedding those pesky pounds.


The Next Nine Months: Postpartum Exercise Time Line

Pregnancy Weight by the Pound: A Helpful Breakdown

Celebrity Trainer Provides Postpartum Exercise Tips

Nine Ways to Lose the Baby Weight

Probiotics Help Melt Postpartum Belly Fat

Catch Some ZZZs to Lose the Baby Weight

Do You Agree With the New Pregnancy Weight Guidelines?

Tell Mommy: How Much Weight Did You Gain?

Did You Decide Not to Know Your Pregnancy Weight?
Celebrity Style

Twilight Stars Have Very Different Ways of Wearing Jeans + Tees

Kristen Stewart and Ashley Greene took to Comic-Con this past weekend in jeans and tees, but both injected their signature style into the basics, resulting in two very different looks.

Kristen Stewart and Ashley Greene took to Comic-Con this past weekend in jeans and tees, but both injected their signature style into the basics, resulting in two very different looks. We break it down to show how a basic tee and skinny jeans can look radically different depending on how you style it, and give you the links to shop right now.

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2011 Summer

How to Be Chic on a City Trip

When in Rome, you do as the Romans do; so if you're taking a trip to a big city this season, you'll want to bring your style A-game.
What to Wear in the City 2011-07-22 11:17:41

When in Rome, you do as the Romans do; so if you're taking a trip to a big city this season, you'll want to bring your style A-game. Get ready for lots of street strolling, grabbing bites at fabulous restaurants and cafés, posing for pictures at reputable landmarks, and experiencing everything the city has to offer — in style. Whether you're headed to Manhattan, Chicago, San Francisco, or Los Angeles, there are a few great basics that will ensure you look like a local. Just check out Luana Teifke in the May 2010 issue of One Magazine. For example, has sightseeing ever looked sexier? Channel your not-so-inner Carrie Bradshaw in sleek silhouettes, bright pops of color, and, of course, a pair (or two) of sky-high heels. Ready to take on the concrete jungle? Click through to see all of our city-chic vacation picks.