A year or two ago, fashionistas ruled the style scene. They proudly sported designer labels, toted the latest "it" bags, and rarely felt the need to shop the sale rack. But with the economic downturn, even the usual big spenders have had to master the art of shopping on a...

HOT: Taylor Swift to Host SNL

The country cutie and Best Female Video winner is slated to host this week's episode of Saturday Night Live. Swift, 19, who was asked to host the show over the summer, certainly has plenty of material to draw from when brainstorming skit ideas. "There...

Most women have no problem dropping big bucks on a to-die-for dress that they'll wear once to a friend's wedding. But the idea of spending your precious paycheck on work clothes is about as appealing as the contents of the office fridge. However, consider this: You spend more time on...

Best Career Move of the Week: Kate Gosselin Has a Sense of Humor

Who woulda thunk that nightmare wife Kate Gosselin would come out of her ugly mess of a divorce as the good guy? In a desperate attempt to save TLC ratings and rebrand her image as mildly likable,...

Whoever said work and romance don't mix hasn't read US Weekly lately (or Forbes for that matter). Here, my picks for the hottest couples whose spark ignited on the job.

#6: Julia Roberts and Danny Moder

When Julia met cameraman Danny Moder on the set of The...

In case you haven't heard, work is the singles bar of the 21st century. (Just ask David Letterman!) Office hookups are hardly unusual these days. According to one survey, 82% of respondents knew of an illicit romance going on in their office.

Unfortunately, for the rest of us who...

HOT: Lauren Conrad Lands a Film Deal

The former Hills beauty who wrote a bestselling book loosely based on her life has sold the rights to turn L.A. Candy into a motion picture. The producers of mega hit movie series Twilight, Temple Hill Entertainment, will be leading the charge. So...

Everyone reacts differently to a layoff. Some people jump right into their job hunt, pounding out cover letters and calling recruiters on a daily basis. Some prefer to enjoy their severance package as they catch up on daytime TV. Others hibernate in embarrassment and disappointment, ignoring the bills piling up...

You met all the qualifications, you researched the hell out of the company, and you brought your A game to the interview. But they chose someone else for the job of your dreams.

Sometimes our career paths don't take the turns we expect them to. Take Hillary Clinton, for instance,...

The daily grind can take it's toll. Up your energy, positivity, and productivity with these tips.

10. Make a list. Pre-breakfast, compiling a daily to-do list creates mental order and calms the mind. Effective lists contain only 10 things (including one fun task). Each should have an allotted time...

Thinking about setting up your best mate with your cubicle mate? Think twice. While it can be a nice gesture (and far less risky than dating a co-worker yourself), making romantic connections at the office can still have repercussions. If you decide to brave the matchmaking mayhem, make sure the...

Dear Mr. West,

It seems the MTV Video Music Awards provided yet another platform for you to inform the music industry, press and fans about why you are an authority on all things music...and life in general. We recognize your great accomplishments and applaud you for such strides. However, after...

Best Career Move of the Week: Taylor Swift Milks the Sweetheart Role

What country singer Taylor Swift thought at one point was the worst night of her life actually turned out to be a publicity blessing in a douche bag's disguise. After rap's biggest ego-maniac, Kanye West, stole the spotlight...

Vanishing bonuses, nonexistent expense accounts, and the threat of being laid off at any minute have everyone feeling on edge. If there's ever been a time for a morale boost, this would be it. Here, some ways to motivate your team and make them feel loved -- before you end...

You aren't the VP, but you're with it enough to know that the company you work for is in trouble. Revenue is down, your boss walks around looking like she hasn't slept in weeks, and you're working overtime for no extra pay and zero perks. You're pretty positive the company...

Sure, the figureheads always rank at the top of the face-time wish list, but there are other people within your company who are more important than you might think. So next time you run into one of these five people, chat them up for a few extra minutes or ask...

Best Career Move of the Week: More Sex for Sarah Jessica

Sarah Jessica Parker was spotted around New York City this week filming the sequel to the box office hit Sex and the City, and sources say she looks pretty happy to be back to work. Lest you think she's...

From Dolly Parton to Donna Summers, numerous songwriters have written about the humorous (and sometimes horrifying) ups and downs of the work world. Although many of these songs were recorded decades ago, their lyrics still manage to strike a chord, with references to commuting, caffeine, and other timeless aspects of...

A day at the office is so much more enjoyable when you have a work BFF to share your ups, downs, and blueberry muffin with. You can count on them to come to the rescue when your skirt is tucked into your stockings, or to be a sounding board for...

Best Career Move of the Week: Paula Goes Diva

Paula Abdul, the former American Idol judge who quit because she was getting paid jack compared to her co-judges, has accepted the anchor role on VH1 Divas next month. The quirky (and occasionally drug induced), but endearing pop star gave a...