Public transportation can be a curse and a blessing. On one hand, you're saving money and you're doing the environment good, and on the other hand, sometimes the mass transit system is so disorganized that it's made you late more times than you can count. Every smart commuter needs a hand — here are some apps to make your public commute more enjoyable. Read more

Your iPhone is glued to your hands, whether during the morning commute, lunch break, or wait at the doctor's office. So let a bit of personality shine alongside its sleek industrial design. Just as you would any other accessory, try swapping the tired basic iPhone case for an updated splash of polka dots or portrait of a favorite comic-book character. It's a fun and rather inexpensive way to make Read more

Many people dream of working from home because of perks like not having to commute and being able to work in your pajamas. The good news is we're seeing more and more jobs that give people the privilege of working from home. Although there are stereotypical contract admin or call-center jobs that let you work from home, there are plenty of other at-home jobs that are way more fun. Read on to find Read more

In a gadget-accessories market filled with the latest, greatest, slimmest, and lightest gear, how do you get a headphone to stand out from the crowd? Put a bird on it. The Inspiration headphones, one of several headphone lines announced by Monster this week at CES, push fashion to the forefront with a style sure to be noticed. Available in Spring 2012, the Inspiration headphones feature a Read more

Winter may wreak havoc on your commute, but to keep it from sabotaging another aspect of your work life, we're stepping in. To save you from the seasonal doldrums or the feeling of having nothing to wear when the snow and ice strike, we're getting creative with our nine to five wardrobe routine. Think faux fur layers and shearling-lined booties to winterize your office gear — just remember Read more

Biking to work or around the city for errands should be easy. You want to be able to hop off your bike and head into the office with ease. Unfortunately, there aren't many outfits that are made for the challenges of bike commuting — until now. Check out these picks for fashion-forward cycling clothing. They perform as good as they look! Read more

Between a public transit commute and the need to concentrate on streaming music while seated in the office, the one thing we hate to forget every day is a trusty pair of headphones. While audiophiles require something to keep the delicate balance between instruments and vocals clear, a casual listener may just need an earbud with style. Here are our seven picks for headphones for every ear on Read more

Looking for a new laptop sleeve for Spring? Check out the Marc by Marc Jacobs Pretty Nylon Computer Commuter bags available in both 15-inch and 13-inch versions. The nylon cases are padded for protection and feature large embroidered logo letters. The case comes in four colors and features a detachable shoulder strap and exterior flap pocket. Pick up a case in one of four colors for $88 Read more

After we gave you a peek at some of our favorite bike messenger bags, Elka, our CasaSugar editor, asked: "Since I commute with a toddler, my gear, and the toddler's gear, I've found that a front basket on my bike and slim-fitting panniers that fit under his bike seat work best. Can you do a pannier roundup sometime? I'd love to see what else is out there." When you have a lot of stuff to carry, Read more

With a few exceptions, one of the biggest problems cycling presents is how to carry all that stuff. This is especially true for urban commuters — even the best no-handed rider can't balance a wallet, laptop, and a packed lunch during their ride! While it may seem like any messenger-like bag will do, it's simply not true. When shopping for the perfect bike bag, look for one that's durable, will Read more