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Meet Poppy, a New Collection From Coach

Sponsor — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 05:45:00 -0700

Poppy is a lot like you: smart, creative, playful, and fun. Check out this assortment of Poppy and fly into Summer with new spirit and style. See more Poppy at www.coach.com/poppy

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PopSugar — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 05:45:00 -0800

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Coach Confuses Interview for Pep Talk

GiggleSugar — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 07:00:00 -0800

This adrenaline junkie can't answer a question. While the interviewer asked about the first half of the game, he talked about the second half. And then there's his tone- it's a little much. And by "much," I mean WHY ARE WE SCREAMING?!

Trend Alert: Fisherman Caps

FabSugar — Mon, 11 Sep 2006 15:38:27 -0700

Now that the heat waves are under control and fall is just around the corner, it's hard not to take note of all the cute new cold-weather items coming out-specifically, the fisherman caps that everyone is crazy for right now.

I absolutely love this adorable Coach Fisherman's Wool Cap. It's a limited edition, so you can't buy it online, but you can buy over the phone for $148. Just call (888) 262-6224 and ask for item number 80019.

The DKNY Runway Hat is a fall and winter must-have. So much so that it's currently sold out online and in stores. Mark this very special suede cap as one of your Fab Finds and check DKNY for new shipments. It sells for $145 and is available in chocolate brown, plaid, and black; more colors are TBD as the season progresses.

For a non-designer version of this style, read more

The Ann Taylor Loft Felt Newsboy Cap is a classic hat made from 80 percent wool and 20 percent nylon. It's stylish and lightweight with a little bit of stretch to it for a better fit. Buy it here for $28 in navy and grey.

Dating Coach: Would You Use One?

DearSugar — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 13:00:00 -0700

The New York Times published an article last month about dating coaches. We all know that the dating game can be incredibly difficult, but some women are going to the extreme and hiring dating coaches for that extra push in the right direction to find their perfect match. According to the Times, dating coaches are very different than matchmakers, they don't arrange dates; instead they act as cheerleaders and advisers, pointing out less than helpful behavior.

Ms. Slotnick, a New York City dating coach, wants women in their 20's and 30's to devote at least 15 hours a week to the cause in addition to turning their "cab light on" so men know that you're in the game so to speak. Slotnick offers guidance on learning how to balance assertion and aggression, and whether to kiss on the first date, which she advises so the man knows you want to see him again.

Of course their services are pricey, ranging anywhere from $125 an hour to $10,000 for an entire weekend, but Lisa Clampitt, a dating coach and a founder of the Matchmaking Institute, thinks it's well worth it. “We have business coaches, dietitians, accountants, but we don’t have an expert for our love life? It doesn’t make sense. It is really the single most important aspect in our life.”

I know you will all have an opinion on this one, so let's hear it! Do you think it makes sense to hire help when it comes to your dating life? Do you think you would benefit from a dating coach and cheerleader, or do think it's just a scam and a waste of money?

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Is Cheerleading Outdated?

TresSugar — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 13:00:00 -0700

In the popular imagination, cheerleaders wear tiny outfits while dancing, cheering, and serving as eye candy on the sidelines for male athletes.

But in an interesting Wall Street Journal article on cheerleading that traces its history and changes, it's acknowledged that although that "earthbound" kind of cheerleading can still be seen at NFL games, an emerging (and potentially dangerous) kind of cheerleading called "stunt cheerleading" is increasing the number of cheerleading injuries.

According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the number of injuries from cheerleading accidents has more
than quadrupled in 25 years. One source said that in 2007 alone, 26,786 cheerleaders went to the emergency room for injuries. In January of this year, Wisconsin's Supreme Court ruled that cheerleading is a contact sport, a decision that means cheerleaders can't sue their schools or teammates if they get hurt.

At Xtreme Tumbling and Cheer Gym in Antioch, CA, members are competing for full scholarships and hope to catch the eye of college scouts at cheer competitions. Coach Kelly Allen says that the gym's motto is, "Motrin and ice, ladies, let's go."

I think it's great that cheerleading has evolved into a sport, but is the new respect it's accorded at odds with the original (and mostly gendered) purpose of women at the sidelines to cheer male athletes on? What do you think about the symbolism of cheerleading - is it outdated?

Meet Matchmaker Amy Andersen, Part I

TresSugar — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 10:00:00 -0700

I'll admit it: one of my guilty TV pleasures is The Millionaire Matchmaker. I find the orchestrated pairings entertaining and stomach-churning at the same time. Of course, there are other matchmakers hard at work without reality TV contracts.

In the San Francisco Bay Area, Amy Andersen works with 800 singles, half of whom are women. Amy's company, Linx Dating, doesn't call itself a "millionaires" club; instead it fashions itself as a service for both "successful" men and women. Of course, you have to pay to play. Amy's fee starts at $6,000 for eight hand-picked matches. $30,000 gets you 15 introductions, a nationwide search, and a cocktail party. Amy also offers date coaching, image makeovers, wardrobe overhauls, fitness training, and networking cocktail parties.

This sort of "high-end" matchmaking can be controversial, so I thought it would be enlightening to ask Amy to share her take on matchmaking and modern love.

Why do people come to you for your services?

Amy Andersen: People come to me because they are educated and hardworking, (typically) young professionals who are interested in finding a like-minded, quality match. Often our clients have dabbled in online dating (to mixed results), most have attempted the bar scene to unpleasant outcomes, and due to their success and taking their professional careers seriously, they refuse to date their colleagues. Thus, the resources shrink, and choices become limited and sparse.

To find out what qualities Amy's clients look for in a date, and to see how she would answer critics, read more.

What are the top qualities a man looks for in a woman?

AA: I would say being physically fit is way up there -and keep in mind, fitness can be wide ranging; she doesn't have to be an Ironman triathlete, just someone who cares about her health and enjoys fitness - along with being confident and happy with who she is. It's also important she has a life outside the relationship - in other words, not clingy. Being warm and nurturing is also way up there!

What are the top qualities a woman looks for in a man?

AA: A woman looks for good DNA! She wants a man who is going to be a good provider - so she looks for financial stability. Our clients are not looking for a guy jockeying between jobs and floating around trying to figure out what to do with his life. She also looks for physical appearance, often wanting him to be fit or tall. And finally someone who is a good communicator, not a game player.

What would you say to critics who think you're setting up gold-diggers with men who want trophy wives?

AA: We couldn't be more opposite of matchmakers who only represent men and simply have women in their databases. Unlike The Millionaire Matchmaker or other firms, we represent both men and women, and not just average but exceptional professionals. So many of our female clients are just as, if not more, successful than their male counterparts. A critic could speculate that men gravitate toward the network to meet a highly affluent woman! It really could not be further from the truth that we work with gold diggers. Everyone in Linx is an equal, and each client pays for the service. Thus there are not unusual expectations, or women desiring rich men, or men desiring a casual hookup.

Can money buy you love?

AA: Money can buy you the option to meet someone great, but it can’t buy you chemistry which leads to love. That is left up to two people and fate.

Come back tomorrow to find out what Amy thinks about "hooking up" and traditional gender roles.

Sportscaster Wishes B-Ball Coach Continued Good Sex...Wait, What?

GiggleSugar — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 07:00:00 -0800

I had to listen to this a million times to understand what this sportscaster really meant to say. I think he meant "continued success" and instead, he said "continued good sex." Haha! Success, good sex. Same thing, right?

Flying Coach: Gone Are the Days of Free Anything!

GiggleSugar — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 03:00:00 -0700

OK, so this is a bit of an exaggeration. You get ten peanuts, not just one.

Have You Experienced a Female Bully at Work?

TresSugar — Tue, 12 May 2009 11:30:00 -0700

According to a recent article about female bullies in the workplace, only 40 percent of workplace bullies are women, but their targets are usually other women. (Male bullies, according to researchers, target men and women equally.)

Peggy Klaus, an executive coach in Berkeley, CA, calls women bullying other women in the workforce "the pink elephant" in the room, particularly, she says, because "[we] are supposed to be the nurturers and the supporters.”

So what exactly is bullying and why would women primarily target other women? To hear some opinions, read more

Bullying is defined as verbal or psychological forms of hostile behaviors that continue six months or longer and include glaring, giving the silent treatment, being disrespectful, or sabotaging someone's success.

One theory as to why women would target other women is, quite simply, that it's easier - they might think another woman wouldn't respond aggressively or confront them. Another theory is that women are another woman's main competition at work, and they might feel that cooperating with them at work could jeopardize their careers.

“As we get into the corporate world,” says one expert, “we’re taught or we’re led to believe that we don’t get ahead because of men. But, we really don’t get ahead because of ourselves. Instead of building each other up and showcasing each other, we’re constantly tearing each other down.”

Hmmm. I'm not sure I totally agree that "we really don’t get ahead because of ourselves" or that bullying is anything other than just straight-up aggression or a bad disposition, or even, passive-aggression. Have you ever experienced a female bully at work?

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