Are These the Best and Worst Christmas Songs?


Updated 12/12/07 9:51 AM · Posted by BuzzSugar · 64 comments

Are These the Best and Worst Christmas Songs?

Over on Spinner they've compiled lists of the top 12 Worst Christmas Songs and the 12 Best Christmas Songs, limiting the choices to pop/rock songs (so, not including your average carols). As with any list, there are some bizarre choices on both lists, and some that totally hit the nail on the obnoxious-holiday song's head. I totally agree with John Denver's "Please, Daddy (Don't Get Drunk This Read more

A Holiday Playlist From OnSugar User CaliCocoAV


Updated 02/16/11 4:36 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Best Christmas Songs

Onsugar user CaliCocoAV shared her favorite Christmas tunes on on her blog AV On the Loose. Check it out! "Christmas Shoes" - Bob Carlisle "This Christmas" - Christina Aguilera "Last Christmas" - Wham! "Where Are You Christmas" - Faith Hill "And So This is Christmas" - John Lennon "My Grown Up Christmas List" - Kelly Clarkson "I'll Be Home For Christmas" - 'N Sync "Love's in Our Hearts on Read more

2 Easy Steps For Curing Tired, Puffy Eyes


Updated 01/02/12 6:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Get Rid of Puffy Eyes

In the spoofy song, "The 12 Pains of Christmas," the singer explores all sorts of holiday-related issues: hangovers (which we have you covered on), rigging up the lights, and batteries-not-included — just to name a few. But one thing he doesn't mention is the puffy, tired-looking eyes that often come from not just overdoing it with rich foods and a packed schedule, but flying, as well. While Read more

Budget-Friendly Hostess Gifts and Other Hits of the Week!


Updated 12/25/11 3:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Gift Guides, Best Money-Saving Tips, and More

Merry Christmas, SavvySugar readers! Just in case you missed any of the holiday goodness and other fun on Savvy this week, here's a pretty package of links to enjoy. Best wishes for a happy holiday and a prosperous New Year! Ten budget-friendly gifts for your favorite hostess. Office-themed jewelry gifts to add workplace charm. Nine alternatives to expensive holiday traditions. Start saving for Read more

Announcing the 2012 Golden Globe Nominations!


Updated 12/21/11 9:17 AM · Posted by · 5 comments

2012 Golden Globe Nominations Full List

Well, folks, we're finally getting into the heavy hitters of award season, as the 2012 Golden Globe nominees were announced this morning. As expected, award season darlings The Artist and The Descendants led the way with five nods apiece, but there are plenty of surprises here, too. George Clooney is going to have a big night, as his The Ides of March scored four nods, including one for him as a Read more

Glee-ful Highlights From Episode "Extraordinary Merry Christmas"


Updated 01/17/12 7:33 PM · Posted by · 5 comments

Glee Recap "Extraordinary Merry Christmas"

I must be in the holiday spirit, because Glee made my heart grow three times this week. Early in the episode, the gang mentions how dreary last year's holidays were, what with Kurt being at another school and Sue destroying their tree and gifts, so they want to have a happier holidays. The show itself seems to take that sentiment to heart, and there's pretty much nothing but music, joy, and Read more

Sugar Shout Out: Burn Calories With a 10-Minute Workout!


Updated 12/13/11 12:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Sugar Shout Out December 12, 2011

Try a lower body workout for your glutes and hamstrings The 40 best shirtless moments of 2011! Check out H&M's Girl With the Dragon Tattoo collaboration Up your gifting game with inventive wrapping ideas Geeky gifts your grandparents will love! Winter reading list: 14 books to read before they hit the screen Weeknight meals that will take Read more

Announcing the 2012 Critics' Choice Nominations


Updated 01/26/12 8:05 PM · Posted by · 5 comments

2012 Critics Choice Nominations Full List

Award season is officially around the corner, which means the nominations are coming in droves now. The Critics' Choice nominees feature some of the same contenders we've been expecting, like The Descendants and The Artist, but also has a few surprises. Namely, Martin Scorsese's Hugo has emerged as a force to be reckoned with, leading the pack with 11 nods. Brad Pitt's got not one but two movies Read more

Which NBC Comedy Had the Best Holiday Episode?


Updated 12/09/11 11:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

NBC Thursday Night Comedy Holiday Episodes of 2011

NBC's Thursday night comedies aired their holiday episodes this week, and each one had its share of laughs, but which show was the best? On Community, the study group gets pulled into the glee club to perform in the college's Christmas pageant, and on Parks and Recreation, Leslie's colleagues pull together to give her the gift of running her campaign. Over on The Office, Dwight and Jim engage in Read more

How to Have an Old-Fashioned, Fun, and Frugal Christmas


Updated 12/09/11 12:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Have an Old-Fashioned, Fun, and Frugal Christmas

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! Ray-Bans aren't the only piece of the past worth revisiting. There are also old-school photos, discreetly boozy drinks and Judy Garland. Let's go ahead and combine all three: It's Retro Christmas. This year, we're planning to enjoy what we call "Retro Christmas": A return to holidays past, when the season was about togetherness Read more