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Rest In Peace, Sydney Pollack

BuzzSugar — Tue, 27 May 2008 09:30:46 PDT

Sad news to report today: Director and actor Sydney Pollack died on Sunday at the age of 73. He had been diagnosed with cancer nine months ago.

The hard-working actor and highly respected director is known for a variety of accomplishments. Older generations might recognize him as the Oscar-nominated director of Tootsie and the Oscar-winning director of Out of Africa. He also directed The Way We Were, The Firm and The Interpreter, among other titles.

In more recent years, he took on more acting roles, from Will's dad in Will & Grace to the boss at Michael Clayton's law firm in Michael Clayton to Patrick Dempsey's wedding-happy father in Made of Honor, along with many others.

Clayton costar George Clooney issued a statement about Pollack's death, writing, "Sydney made the world a little better, movies a little better and even dinner a little better. A tip of the hat to a class act. He'll be missed terribly."

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Buzz Brainteaser

BuzzSugar — Mon, 08 Oct 2007 04:30:00 PDT

Welcome to Buzz Brainteaser, the trivia feature on BuzzSugar! Every weekday I'll test your knowledge about TV shows, music and movies. If you enter in the correct answer, you win points! In the 1982 movie Tootsie, Dustin Hoffman plays Michael Dorsey who dresses as a woman to get an acting role. What is the woman's name he goes by when he is pretending to be female?
Include both the character's first and last name!

Gender Benders: Actors Who Have Cross-Dressed in Movies

Annie Scudder — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:03:00 PST

The 2012 Oscar nominations have been announced, and both Glenn Close and Janet McTeer of Albert Nobbs made the list for their performances as women who live as men. And whether it's a powerful dramatic performance or a lighthearted wig-and-makeup gag, cross-dressing has made for memorable movie experiences in the past. Who can forget Robin Williams's Scottish-sounding alter ego in Mrs. Doubtfire? And 1982's Tootsie, starring Dustin Hoffman, garnered 10 Academy Award nominations. Not to mention actresses like Gwyneth Paltrow, Hilary Swank, and Amanda Bynes who have dressed up as dudes for a role. See stars who have donned drag for film now.

5 Quick Fixes For Common Makeup Mishaps

Guest Writer — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 13:33:33 PST

Celebrity makeup artist Brett Freedman has worked with the likes of Camilla Belle and Catherine Zeta-Jones, and he's a wealth of knowledge when it comes to makeup. We're thrilled that he's guest writing on BellaSugar over the next few weeks.

Last week I met with a woman for lunch. Sitting across from her in the sunny LA eatery, I was shocked by her lashes. They were not her natural lashes, mind you, but her lashes layered with mascara to the point they looked like Tootsie Rolls: thick, log-like, and a total turnoff. She was lovely, but why the overkill on her flutter? I started to think of some of the big mistakes women make in making themselves up, and figured that would be a great first post for BellaSugar!

Trendspotting: Leather Pants + Pumped Up Kicks

Hannah Weil — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 03:30:32 PST

Maybe they just needed a break after the killer heels in last week's Victoria's Secret Fashion Show - can you blame them? - but Alessandra Ambrosio and Miranda Kerr, along with Anne Hathaway's slick leather pants and pumped up kicks have launched one of our new favorite looks. Upping the cool factor of both leather and covetable, sporty-fresh footwear from Isabel Marant (on Anne and Miranda) and Ash (on Alessandra), these ladies make a pretty convincing case for ditching sky-high heels and opting for something a little more laid-back. Not that we need a whole lot of convincing to give our tootsies a break, but as these celebs prove, this particular combination results in some seriously enviable street style. Just shop our editor's picks to find your perfect leather pants-and-high-top pairing.

Faux Leather Skinny Trousers - Sold Out	Ash Virgin Suede 4 Buckle Sneakers with Shearling Lining - $235.00
Paper Crown by Lauren Conrad Serena Veggie Leather Pant - Sold Out	Giuseppe Zanotti Embellished leather high-top sneakers - Sold Out
Abbie Faux Leather Pants - Sold Out	MICHAEL Michael Kors Shoes, City High Top Sneakers - Sold Out
G-Star Tabi Super Skinny Leather Pant - Sold Out	Sam Edelman Cori Sherpa High Top Sneakers - $100.00
BCBGeneration black faux leather skinny pants - Sold Out	Lanvin black satin cap toe high top sneakers - Sold Out
Shiny Faux Leather Skinny Trousers - Sold Out	Chloé Suede, leather and ayers high-top sneakers - $575.00
Wyatt black leather jersey trim skinny pants - $245.00	Golden Goose High - top sneaker - Sold Out
J Brand Stretch-leather skinny pants - Sold Out	HELEN YOI High-top sneaker - $240.00
FP Skinny Vegan Leather Pant - $128.00	Forfex 'Killer' sneaker - Sold Out
Leather Sequin High-Top Sneakers - $90.00	Jimmy Choo Tokyo leopard-print suede high-top sneakers - Sold Out
Marc By Marc Jacobs High Top Sneakers - Sold Out

Wear High Heels? Do These Stretches

Jenny Sugar — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 21:05:09 PST

Whether you wear heels solely on special occasions or rock them every day, here are some stretches to offer your tootsies a little relief from soreness or pain.

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A Pedicure Just For Runners?!

Real Beauty — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 05:00:00 PDT

We're happy to present this article from one of our favorite sites, Real Beauty.

A New York City salon is taking pity on the worn-out heels and arches of runners and crafting a pedicure that'll take into consideration their unique needs. Eve Salon in NYC's West Village neighborhood is offering its "Runner's Pedicure" just in time for Sunday's ING New York City Marathon. The speciality pedi keeps nails cut short to to avoid damage during high-intensity pavement-hitting and spends extra time on softening, but not removing, calluses (they're there for protection!). Runners can sneak a little massage into the salon chair, too: Each session comes equipped with a seven minute calf and foot rub.

Read More: 11 Treats for Feet

We thought stilettos were rough on our tootsies, but compared to 26.2 miles, it sounds like a bit of a cake walk. Sporty ladies, would you prep for the big day with an indulgent spa treatment or are you saving it for after the race is run?

Have Your Gluten-Free Candy This Halloween and Eat It Too

Heather Dale — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 09:59:55 PDT

If the candy-lined store shelves didn't give it away, the sweetest annual holiday is just about here - no, not Valentine's Day silly . . . Halloween! For those with celiac disease or a gluten allergy/sensitivity, Halloween can be more of a trick than a treat because deciphering which candies contain traces of the gluten protein found in wheat, rye, and barley can be downright tricky.

Good news my friends. Although most cupcakes, cookies, brownies, and doughnuts are filled with gluten, most candy bars and hard candies are gluten-free (but stay away from Twizzlers, because they surprisingly do contain gluten!). Now I'm not saying you can go crazy next Monday, but when a majority of "fun size" bars are only 100 calories, a little indulging once in a while doesn't hurt. Keep reading to see which candies made the cut for being g-free!

Link Time: Backstage at Viktor & Rolf, Alexis Bittar Accuses Kim Kardashian, and More

FabSugar — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 12:00:36 PDT

See amazing backstage photos from Viktor & Rolf - The Daily Beast
Alexis Bittar accuses Kim Kardashian of copying his jewelry designs - The Cut
How to wear Fall's hottest trends - TooFab
Mario Testino talks training, models, and Princess Diana - Vogue UK
See how Pippa Middleton reworks her Summer dress - InStyle
Bui yeah: Barbara Bui's Tootsie bag is funky and elegant - Bag Snob
Post-runway show, Kanye swore a lot, started dating Chanel Iman - The Fashion Spot
Blake Brody designs a line of no-slip, ballet-inspired fitness flats - Vogue
These designer looks that may have inspired Kanye West's collection - Fashionista
Beatrixe hits rewind for its '60s-inspired Spring lookbook - Refinery29

Chunky Neutral Heels to Wear Now Through Fall

Hannah Weil — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 04:01:49 PDT

Chunkier soles have been on our radar since Spring's '70s trend, which brought out an onslaught of flatforms, platforms, and clogs. Now, we're turning our attention to chunkier soles on our pumps, loafers, and sandals to live out the rest of our Summer days and stomp right into Fall in style. We're not only obsessed with the nod to retro-cool they inspire, we're also pretty keen on the support they provide; a thicker sole and platform means more comfort for our tootsies - and we love it when fashion meets function. The extra bonus? This batch is loaded strictly with neutrals - so each investment is guaranteed to complement any stylish whim. Click through to shop the 10 pairs we're loving right now.