LIFE/TRAVEL

08/28/2008

Chocolate and cheese star at three new artisanal shops

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Christy Martinez and Michael Perlmeter at Molto Formaggio The Cheese Shop, a new artisanal cheese store in Preston-Royal Shopping Center.

A trio of new foodie must-tries is bringing hard-to-find cheeses and chocolates to the area, and these epicurean indulgences are worth every calorie.

Reborn retail site fires salvo in shipping war
Chicago-based Enable Holdings Inc. plans to launch RedTag.com on Friday and sell retailers' excess inventory at a fixed price. Its shipping charge will undercut a similar site, Overstock.com Inc., which charges $2.95 for standard ground shipping.

The latest in bracelets

SAM GRANADO / Special to DMN

Crystal-spangled enamel cuff, $150, J. Crew

Your outfit won't be the only thing getting noticed with fall's bold arm candy.

Nordstrom Rack to open in Southlake next year
Seattle-based Nordstrom Inc. said Thursday that it will open a 35,000-square-foot off-price store at Shops of Southlake in fall 2009.

Under $50: Gwen Stefani's new fragrance line, available at Nordstrom
One word came to mind when these miniature spritzers paraded across our desk: kawaii, the Japanese word for super-cute. The doll-faced bottle tops for Gwen Stefani's Harajuku Lovers fragrances are inspired by Ms. Stefani herself; her namesake figure

08/27/2008

Employees: 'Hierarchy of hotness' rules at Abercrombie & Fitch

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Abercrombie says it ranks employees' attractiveness to uphold its brand. Some sales representatives are chosen to appear in posters, ads and other marketing materials.
Tell us: What do you think of the practice?

08/28/2008

American Apparel debuts at NorthPark Center
Three years after American Apparel opened its first Texas shop at Mockingbird Station, the West Coast label is giving Dallas a double dip with a new boutique at NorthPark Center.

08/21/2008

5 new stores in Dallas offer products for stylish living

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EQ3 near Galleria Dallas, offers lookalike pieces of familiar midcentury designs.

Looking for affordable midcentury furniture, low-carbon charcoal or custom stationery? These stores have you covered. Get a look at Green Spot Market, EQ3, My Sofa Store, Sputnik Modern and Paper Source.
Video: Check out Green Spot
Photos from the stores

08/26/2008

Sears recalls 145,000 coffee makers on fire risk
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says Sears Holdings voluntarily recalled 145,000 Kenmore brand coffee makers because the wiring can overheat and cause fires or burns.

How to make your picnic earth-friendly
Now's your chance to make summer last with an end-of-season picnic. With the right choices, you can make sure your outdoor celebration is fun, simple and as waste-free as possible.

Kids' fashions: Fun with mismatched prints
Children are going to wear their stripes with dots and their florals with plaids even if they're not following traditional styles. Try this interactive wardrobe to practice mixing patterns.

08/25/2008

Brides share ideas for cheaper weddings
Couples planning their big days are finding that their budgets - whether hundreds of dollars or tens of thousands - won't stretch as far.
More wedding news

08/21/2008

Axe's new men's fragrance line: Smell spice at a good price

NorthPark hosts annual Fashion at the Park on Oct. 10-16

08/20/2008

Pretty Pantry Gifts kit adds finishing touches
You can make a mean jam and a fine peck of pickles, but you get flustered when it's time to tart up the bottle.

Tips for spending less on back-to-school shopping

The sagging economy may prompt some parents to reconsider how they approach their back-to-school shopping this year. Here are ideas to help you avoid spending more than you can afford.

07/16/2008

Owners of new Molto Formaggio shop indulge a passion for cheese
Molto Formaggio, Dallas' first shop devoted to artisanal cheese, notes on its blackboard: "Tasting a must. Buying optional."

06/27/2008

Stock your bar without breaking the bank

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With some careful shopping, you can put together the ingredients you need to entertain like a pro without spending like one.
Cool drink recipes
Budget wines: 7 gold-medal wines for less than $12

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