Just Practical
A blissful bikini wax
I just had the best, most painless bikini wax of my life. And because this phenomenon is so rare I felt I had to pass on the information despite the fact that unlike everything else MKIA, waxing is not something you can buy or try online. I am not new …
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Your best tool for a healthy New Year.
I’ve never been one to make New Year’s resolutions because I believe that you can make changes in your life at any time. I do, however, think that this new year is a good opportunity to reflect on your health, the health of your family and the health of the …
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Do a better job giving back…
The season of giving is upon us but choosing a cause and charity worthy of your time and money can be daunting. With so many not-for-profits out there and numerous scandals involving the misuse of money, how do you know that your contribution will be put to good use? Where …
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Plan your space like a pro.
I think SceneCaster may be the answer to my decorating dreams. With this easy to use online tool you can create a 3D rendering of your space, using exact dimensions and actual 3D furniture and objects from their extensive online gallery.
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Get your glove on…
How to measure your hand to determine your exact glove size and where to buy the best gloves online.
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How green can you get?
So you bring your own bags to Whole Foods and occasionally shop at the farmers market. Congratulations! I think we can all do a little better. For one thing, I feel like a big hypocrite at the supermarket when I stuff my cute canvas totes full of plastic produce bags. …
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No tailor necessary…
In my high school, you could get out of gym class for one semester if you took home economics. It was either spend the second half of my freshman year sweating it out with most of the varsity softball team, who looked at me like I was a pretty doll …
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How to protect your precious denim…
Because we all own at least 10 pairs of jeans (and that is a conservative estimate girls – believe me, I know), not to mention jackets, vests and skirts, it’s important we know how to take care of our denim. We’ve spent all that money acquiring them, the responsible thing …
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The Upscale Evite: Cocodot.com
Stop sending those sad evite.com invitations. Your soirees deserve an upgrade! Cocodot.com is the answer to all your online stationary dreams. With this wonderful new Web site you can send gorgeous, advertising-free party invitations, greeting cards and blank notes. The templates they offer are lovely but it’s just as easy …
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How to get a good spray tan…seriously.
This picture of LL clearly demonstrates what can go wrong when trying out a faux tan. I recently had my very first spray tan and despite what I think were acceptable results, I wish I had some no nonsense, MKIA advice before going under that gun. So here it is, …
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My name is Melina Starr and MKIA is my version of the perfect online magazine. I created it for women like me who are interested in fashion, home décor, music, cooking, beauty, health and fitness and want thoughtful, researched advice on what’s worth buying and trying. Oh, and we want it to be one-click away too. That’s why everything on MKIA can be read, downloaded, purchased, or obtained in some other magical way online.
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This may not be the newest song, but I am so in LOVE. I’ve been blasting it in the car every chance I get to escape without the new babes. Check it out here
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Soulful beyond her years – Adele does not disappoint with her sophomore album. Download the entire catalog and hit shuffle – itunes.com/adele.
