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Danielle Morrill
Referly CEO & Editor in Chief. Writes about startups, web development, cooking, cyberculture and being happy.

Please Read: Referly Discontinuing Rewards March 31, 2013

Clever Marketing Campaigns at SXSW 2013

21 Color-Blocked Handbags on a Budget

This spring the trend is all about bold blocks of color - think a Mark Rothko painting on a bag. But with fashion changing so fast who can really afford to drop hundreds of dollars each season? That's why I decided to dig up awesome color blocked bags at $100 or less.

82 2 months ago

22 Best New Tory Burch Flats for Spring 2013

Saks, Nordstrom and all the high end department stores carry Tory Burch. But just because the gold embled has become a power symbol combined with a comfy shoe doesn't mean everything she makes is great. Here are my top picks from the spring line.

772 2 months ago

17 Gifts for People Obsessed with Unicorns

They say unicorn blood can heal any wound. Do you know someone who loves these mythical creatures, or maybe even secretly believes they are real? Then you might need to shop for their next birthday gift from this extensive list of presents for unicorn lovers.

216 2 months ago

10 Pieces of Adorable Evidence Showing Cats Exert Mind Control

I love cats, but their powers of persuasion also scare me a bit. I think I've found pretty convincing evidence that they are learning mind control - not to mention winning the hearts and minds of the Internet better than any politician. Warning: subliminal messages in this post.

112 2 months ago

35 Unique & Fun Easter Egg Coloring Kits

Easter Egg coloring kits have come a long way since we were kids.

208 2 months ago

Bizarre Products I Found on Amazon

As I blog about things I find on Amazon I'm keeping a list of products that make me laugh.

90 2 months ago

10 Adult Coloring Books That Will Crack You Up

Yes, you need all of these. I could do a whole themed party...

1446 2 months ago

D.I.Y. Make Your Own Infused Vodka

Creative infused vodkas are often found in high-end bars, but now you can bring this trend home (and save a ton of money) with simple recipes using ingredients you can find in your local grocery store. Most of these recipes only take a day or two to prepare, and just get better with time.

573 2 months ago

38 DIY Nail Decals For Your Perfect At Home Manicure

Who says you have to spend a fortune getting your nails done? With these decals you can have a salon quality manicure with so much more personality. From the classic flowers you've probably seen your mom wear, to rocker chic, to Chanel - these are the coolest I could find.

720 2 months ago

Top 20 Most Awesome Pantone Products

A world of incredible color in the Pantone universe!

616 2 months ago

27 Ways to Rock Pink Skinny Jeans This Spring

I'm seeing this trend all over the place on the streets of San Francisco. Looks awesome with some silver kitten heel pumps and matching jewelry, a chambray (read: denim) shirt partly tucked in, and nails in your favorite spring pastel shade.

210 2 months ago

6 Must Have Dating Books

Dating is hard, but these books make it easier

66 2 months ago

Painting Supplies for Beginners

One of my favorite hobbies is painting, and I've been doing it ever since I was a little girl. I'm not very good, but it doesn't really matter because I find it peaceful and it gives me room to think. If you want to try you hand at painting here are the essential supplies you'll need to get started.

567 2 months ago

12 Paintings That Will Make You Say "Wow"

I love romantic realism, and I find these paintings inspiring and amazing. Many are from artists you've never heard of, and you can click through on each on to few their galleries and see more work. I look forward to having more art like this in my apartment someday.

507 2 months ago

6 Must Read Wine Appreciation Books

Whether you love wine, are just getting into it, or need a git for a friend - these books cover the entire range from making to drinking. We've chosen books with the highest critical acclaim and credibility, as well as some fun selections to keep it fresh.

277 2 months ago

Spring Trend Watch: 71 Killer Knuckle Ring Clutch Handbags

A classy take on brass knuckles - a deadly weapon BTW - these bags have been seen on the red carpet, at prom, and even at weddings. We've found the most complete collection of knuckle ring clutches in one place so you can shop this look for spring.

1405 2 months ago

Knuckle Rings

54 2 months ago

39 Quirky Wedding Cake Toppers

Wedding season is here, and you've still got time to play with this final detail - picking out the cake topper for your wedding cake. Things have gotten a lot more creative lately, see for yourself.

540 2 months ago

You've Never Taken Shots Like This Before

I like a good shot of liquor as much as the next Irish, but why not mix it up a bit with some fun games, gimmicks, and quirky products. Ice luge? Check. Battleshots? Check. See what else you could do.

651 2 months ago

How to Acquihire - With Template Legal Docs

Silicon Valley companies are reportedly struggling to hire founding team caliber people. Does the series A crunch bring a unique opportunity to simplify the acquisition of IP assets and talent? We think so, and that's why we teamed up with Megan Muir and Anthony Kapus at DLA Piper to give you the simplest acquihire template we could cook up. (Scroll to the bottom to download the template asset sale docs)

5850 2 months ago

Meet the Celebrity Cast of Dancing with the Stars - Season 16

Watch the two-hour premiere of "Dancing With the Stars" on ABC on Monday, March 18 at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT on ABC. The couple with the lowest combined judges' scores and public votes for their performance will be sent home in the season premiere of "Dancing With the Stars: The Results Show" on Tuesday, March 26.

593 2 months ago

10 Crazy, Creative & Quirky Home Lighting Ideas

Looking for an inexpensive way to create a mood or just have a little fun with light and colors? These products are proof that people will mod ANYTHING, and the creative uses of LEDs are amazing.

339 2 months ago

My Essential Everyday Carry

I'm no cowboy, but I sling around these everyday carry (EDC) items to make sure I kick ass daily. What's in your EDC?

70 2 months ago

Boardgames You Should Play at Least Once In Your Life

Endless fun, for a grown up version you can turn any if these I to a drinking game

519 2 months ago

Sriracha All The Things!

I love Sriracha and I'm always looking for new creative ways to enjoy this spicy, tangy, yumminess. Check out what I've found lately.

831 2 months ago

Meet the Cast of ABC's New Reality Show SPLASH

ABC's newest reality adventure show features celebrities learning to platform dive over the course of just a few weeks. Each week the celebrities will look fear in the face as they leap off the 10-meter high dive, pair off to complete synchronized stunts, and flip, twist and spin into the depths of the pool below. Splash premieres TUESDAY, MARCH 19 (8:00-9:00 p.m., ET) on ABC.

1368 2 months ago

Favorite Oscars 2013 Coverage

It's always fun to see how the Oscars will be covered by the press, and these are my favorite pieces reflecting back on this year's show.

774 2 months ago

Most Beloved Disney Movies

I'm at Disneyland so why not remember all my favorites?

124 2 months ago

Gift Ideas for My Niece

Cooking up a list of things I'd love to give my adorable niece, based on what I was into as a 3 year old

401 2 months ago

Hot Swimsuits I'd Wear If I Was Doing Spring Break This Year

Unfortunately I couldn't find the one in this cover photo... but you get the idea.

670 2 months ago

16 Cats Who Love to Play Video Games

What happens every day while you're at work...

1235 2 months ago

9 Fresh & Colorful Men's Shirts for Spring - from Brooks Brothers

Who says men have to wear boring button downs? My Dad rocks a pink sport shirt with the best of them and so can you this spring!

528 2 months ago

Fit & Flare Spring Dresses with Flirty Hems

Loving that flared dresses are back for this spring!

958 3 months ago

Gadgets I Can't Live Without

In the past few years we have tried very hard to avoid accumulating much stuff. We've moved around a lot, and after having a 4000 square foot house several years ago we learned that having a lot of stuff = lot's of stuff to maintain. These are my must-have daily gadgets.

50 3 months ago

Kittens on the Beat

Start your day with this sweet (Free) track "Wildstyle" by Savant and an awesome video of kittens romping in slow motion.

776 3 months ago

Best of Nasty Gal + Nordstrom Spring 2013

Nasty Gal and Nordstrom just launched their spring clothes, and I've gone through to pick out my favorites. I love sassy edgy style, wearing high fashion for a fraction of the price feels great. Mixing these two brands together makes me feel classy and on trend at the same time.

295 3 months ago

Cute St.Patrick's Day T-Shirts for the Ladies

Look cute while you get wasted

574 3 months ago

Geeky Lighting Ideas

51 3 months ago

The Only Outfit I Ever Want to Wear

These go together so well :)

844 3 months ago

Weekend Reading List - Feb 16 & 17, 2013

I am constantly coming across cool things to read, but they can be distracting from getting things done. I used to keep them open in tabs in a separate window... but now I can make them public and share with you. What else do you think I should read?

304 3 months ago

Could Valentine's Day Be to Blame for Lack of U.S. Media of Russian Meteor

As YouTube erupted with Dashcam videos of sonic booms, frightened Russian citizens questioning whether their country was at war, and international pretty scrambled to determine injury counts America media was, well, getting busy. It took over an hour to see U.S. coverage of the Russian meteor that exploded just 20km over Chelyabinsk. The question is why?

478 3 months ago

Live News Tracking: Meteor "Explodes" in Sonic Boom Over Chelyabinsk, Russia

February 15th, 2013 CHELYABINSK, RUSSIA -a meteorite crossed into the Earth's atmosphere and was reportedly (unconfirmed) intercepted by aircraft 20km above the ground. Over 100 people are reportedly injured, and there has been widespread damage to buildings and vehicles. Reported about an hour ago and we are collecting videos, news stories and eyewitness reports as we receive them.

7670 3 months ago

Everything You Need For the Perfect Solo Valentine's Day

Will you be curling up at home tonight, or maybe going out solo? Either way, these are some classic movies, books, TV shows and other pleasures that can be enjoyed alone. Keep your belief in romance alive with inspiration from the greatest relationships of all time, or just the good ol' cry and chocolate.

678 3 months ago

A Rainbow of Pantone Hued Mugs

Whether you're a designer or simply love big bold color blocking, these will add some awesome accents to your kitchen at home or in the office.

890 3 months ago

Reflecting on My Career at the 10 Year Mark

This time of year, 10 years ago, I moved out of my parents house and started working for a living. I was a senior in high school with tons of angst about where my career and life was going to take me. Some memories are as clear as if they were yesterday. This is my story (it ended up longer than I expected).

1285 3 months ago

Books Written by Entrepreneurs

Over the years book after book comes out, written by an prominent entrepreneur of the time. Sometimes I pick them up and read them, but often I just put them on the list for some future date when I'll have time. The list is getting large, and I've left notes about the ones I have read so far.

49 3 months ago

Raising Money for Your Startup? Put This Playlist on Repeat

While I was fundraising for Referly I used Spotify to make a playlist of tracks to get pumped for every meeting. Strut around the house, take the superman pose, practice that pitch to the beat and enjoy!

529 3 months ago

9 Reasons Nanalew's Video for AWOLNATION "Sail" is Better Than the Original

A shot-by-shot comparison that might explain why two girls with duct tape and a garden hose made an unofficial version has 35M views, while the official one only has 14M.

1140 3 months ago

The Cast of the Princess Bride 25 Years Later

The 1987 cult classic never gets old, and the cast is looking pretty good too!

198 3 months ago

5 Companies the Press Missed - Ranking the 500 Startups Demo Day

I've been a bit hands of lately as a mentor, let's see what we have here... The companies are ordered by Alexa traffic ranking the United States.

6135 3 months ago

50 Shades of Parody

The funniest 50 Shades of Gray parody books and videos I've found.

66 3 months ago

11 Reasons To Love @MarinaGirlSays

Highlights from the only Twitter account you'll ever want to read...

9617 3 months ago

So It's Like Pinterest, Except You Can Buy Stuff?

Ah yes, my favorite question when it comes to explaining Referly. This is the story of how we started with tools for affiliates, danced around cloning Pinterest, and arrived at a long-form blogging platform for people who want to discuss products. You can blog about anything with Referly, but we're focused on furthering the conversation about what's worth owning.

435 3 months ago

SXSW First Timer's Survival Kit

South By Southwest is an annual technology and music festival held in Austin in March. It is the vacation and meeting point of technology enthusiasts from all over the world. Every year people ask me what they should bring their first time, and this is what I think you need.

2343 3 months ago

Tonight's Dinner Recipe: Roasted Lemon Pepper Chicken with Chives & Onions

Roasting chicken is the best way to seem like an expert in the kitchen without knowing much at all. The only risk is that you'll overcook the meat and it will end up too dry, but I've got tips to make sure that doesn't happen. I'm pretty sure this is the dish that convinced my husband I'd make an acceptable wife.

1240 3 months ago

Get Velvet Nails, the Hot Look for Spring

Blake Lively's wedding nails kicked off the last in nail fashion - velvety nails that get their soft texture thanks to application of flocking powder on top of a wet coat of matching polish. Find out how to get the look, or spice it up to reflect your own personal style.

2429 3 months ago

Recipe: Warm Goat Cheese & Spinach Salad with Pomegranate

For this recipe you will need: * Olive Oil * Balsamic Vinegar * Spinach * 3 ounces of goat cheese * 1 Yellow or Cippolini Onion * Pomegranate Kernels

975 3 months ago

11 Nasty Gal Dresses for Your Big V-Day Date

Looking for something sexy and a little offbeat to wear when you step out on the town with your man on February 14th? Explore sweet styles mixing leather, mesh, peplum, bodycon and feminine fabrics.

1105 3 months ago

My Most Popular Hacker News Submissions

Check out what I've been submitting to news.ycombinator.com and what has been voted up as most popular by the community.

173 3 months ago

What You Missed on Groundhog Day

So he didn't see his shadow, big whoop. Here's what you missed if you forgot to celebrate today.

449 3 months ago

15 Geeky Guy Gift Ideas for Valentine's Day

I'm married to a geek, and each year I try to find some unique gifts for him. Here are ideas from my shopping so far this year.

617 3 months ago

12 Celebrities Nobody Cares About in the U.S.

It's always fun to read the Daily Mail and hear about famous people who know one seems to care about here in 'Murica. We already have enough vapid people vying for attention without really doing anything on this side fo the pond, thank you very much. No imports necessary.

92 3 months ago

11 Reasons Nina Agdal Should Be The Cover of 2013 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition

Nina is just 19! So awesome to hear her in the interviews and check out her gorgeous pictures. We could be looking at the next super model.

910 3 months ago

Nordstrom Valentine's Day Gifts for Her - Under $100

It can be tough to find your lady the perfect V-day gift, but Nordstrom has put together an awesome guide to sweet options under $100. Here are my favorites from their list.

298 3 months ago

Tegan & Sara - A Primer

New and old fans alike can rejoice, for I have collected all your T&S goodness in one place. The popular show "Girls" has brought them into the spotlight, but this band has been making music since 1995.

127 3 months ago

Television Ads That Inspire Me

Sometimes I get so sick of marketing, and then I re-watch these ads and am reminded there are truly original/funny/creative people in our world and in the industry. With the Super Bowl tomorrow I thought it would be fun to find out what other people's favorite ads are - submit yours!

369 3 months ago

Dresses I Have & Want

110 10 months ago

Books I Want to Read

181 9 months ago

Fiction Worth Reading

99 10 months ago

NOM NOM NOM!

Food and drinks I love

206 10 months ago

Fitness Tracking

Which one should I get?

103 9 months ago

What's in My Purse

These are the things I carry with me everywhere. If I got stuck somewhere I'd be totally fine as long as I had these things. It's a freeing thought!

94 9 months ago

21st Century Homemaking

I have big dreams of domestic mastery, but it eludes me still. These are the supplies I use to battle the mess.

263 9 months ago

Appletini Starter Kit

The appletini is a good drink to get your night started. My recipe calls for 4 parts Smirnoff Green Apple vodka, 1 part apple pucker and 1 part Diet Ginger Ale (pour after draining the shaker) for some sparkle.

308 9 months ago

Music I Listen to at Work

Collecting the strange sounds that fuel my day - an eclectic mix, mostly female voices

253 10 months ago

Booze for Every Occaison

The title kind of says it all

210 9 months ago

Office Clothes & Gear

Making office wear look good is fun, and I've come to the point where I basically have a uniform that I love.

217 9 months ago

Possible Bridesmaid Dresses

My sister @megclark is getting married and I'm the Matron (gah!) of Honor - I need a dress and I've been hunting around for something unique.

75 10 months ago

Pacific Northwest Style

I'm still a Pacific Northwesterner at heart. This collection is all about comfortable fashion for the outdoors, and lots of layers. Works quite well for cold San Francisco summers, too.

96 8 months ago

Startup News

News of note in the startup community

98 8 months ago

YC Demo Day Prep Resources

Demo Day is coming - here are some resources to help you prep or read up if you're wondering what's going to happen.

229 9 months ago

Hacker House Essentials

The Referly team leaves in a Hacker House in Mountain View, CA and these are the essentials that keep us coding and talking to customers while in YCombinator Summer 2012.

243 9 months ago

New Apartment Decor

Working on things we'll need when we move into our new place... someday we'll get it done, until then I'm keeping track of what we need. I love shabby modern.

93 8 months ago

Demo Day Outfit Ideas

88 9 months ago

Books for Entrepreneurs

There are a lot of business books out there, but these are the ones that are actually worth it. I own all of these in hardcopy (in some cases multiple copies so I can give them away) and considering them important reference works in my business library.

2079 10 months ago

Bill Gates' Summer Reading

Check out the books Bill Gates picked up over the summer. I hadn't ever visited TheGatesNotes.com before but now I'm scrolling through older entries and there is a lot here. I am impressed he has so much time to read contemporary books, but it encourages me to keep going with my goal of a book a week. You can read the full article here: http://www.thegatesnotes.com/GatesNotesV2/Personal/Books-I-Read-This-Summer

98 8 months ago

Fall Dresses

This fall I am going to keep my dress kick going. Black tights, a pair of ankle boots, and any of these dresses.

88 8 months ago

Hotels I've Stayed At

In my past life as a road warrior I stayed in many hotels, and these are the best ones across the U.S. and Europe.

106 8 months ago

Halloween Decor

The most fabulous Halloween decorations from across the web from creepy to classy.

366 8 months ago

Kitchen Island Ideas

Working on finding on that makes sense for my kitchen, hopefully for under $500. We don't sit down for meals and the kitchen doesn't have a bar or island so we're going to give this a try. Our apartment is kind of modern, so super ornate stuff might look strange. Would love to find something with color, or some interesting details!

104 8 months ago

Nordstrom Under $100

My top picks for Autumn 2012 Women's fashion at Nordstrom. I've included stuff from the juniors department where they have applicable sizes (it is a great way to save).

130 8 months ago

Tory Burch Flats

Each pair lasts for years and I have rotated through many. However it is time to retire my existing pair, what to get next?

613 8 months ago

Adorable Baby Costumes

Great for Halloween, and kind of makes me wonder if you could get away with dressing your baby like this year round.

94 6 months ago

Referly + InternMatch Furniture

Moving in office supplies we have bought so far. We looked for things with the best price/value trade off so maybe we will save you some time if you are setting up a new office of your own.

298 8 months ago

Halloween Costumes

I love dressing up for Halloween - usually the more gory the better. But you never know... what should I be this year? Here are some ideas.

90 7 months ago

Angry Birds Halloween Costumes

Bad Piggies is #1 in the Apple AppStore! Dress like your favorite character this year for Halloween with one of these looks.

323 7 months ago

100+ iPhone 5 Cases

Whether your case selection criteria are for style or utility, this list brings together the best I could find. Now, which one should I get? Let me know by leaving a comment on the cases you love (or hate) most. Click the "0 comments" button to write one.

161 8 months ago

Floppy Disk Notepads

Saw this awesome feature on Bit Rebels about recycling floppy disks into notepads: http://www.bitrebels.com/geek/simple-recycling-retro-notepad/ Want one? I've found where you can buy them! Or if you want to make your own check out this tutorial on Instructables: http://www.instructables.com/id/Floppy-Disk-Notepad/

605 7 months ago

Marketing Resources

Keeping track of useful resources for marketers. This collection is being curated by popular demand! Danielle@refer.ly

90 7 months ago

Snuggly North Face Styles

Let a girl from the Pacific Northwest bring your attention to the best North Face fleeces and jackets this winter.

81 7 months ago

Best of Nasty Gal

I love Nasty Gal fashion and these are my top picks from their collection. For the nasty gal in each of us.

626 8 months ago

What's On My Kindle

The books I carry with me... in digital form. Some I have finished, but most are in progress.

168 6 months ago

Lisa Frank Rocks

All the cool girls had these when I was a kid, and now I can have as many as I want!

94 7 months ago

My Business Bookshelf at Home

These are the books I own in hard copy (instead of on the Kindle) because I find myself going back to them over and over again.

285 7 months ago

Kitchen Stools

I really need two to go with our butcher's block... what would you pick?

86 7 months ago

Ladie's Giants Gear for NLCS 2012!

Look fabulous and support the San Francisco Giants

120 7 months ago

Faves on Fab.com

All the best finds I've discovered on Fab lately - watch my collection to get updated whenever I add something new!

906 6 months ago

14 Household Items for Aspiring Grown Ups

I'm still working on becoming a better "grown up", these tools can help.

569 6 months ago

Referly Lobby Furniture

Who says furnishing a startup office space has to cost a fortune? For our lobby we turned to Target.com with excellent results

94 6 months ago

Urban Christmas Ideas

Planning Christmas decor and festivities in our new apartment in downtown San Francisco - no travel this year!

77 5 months ago

Naughty Christmas Apparel

972 5 months ago

Comfy Women's Sweaters

83 5 months ago

Turkey Day Outfits

What to wear while you gobble gobble!

82 5 months ago

Christmas Gag Gifts

Silly Santa...

386 5 months ago

My Wishlist

A few things I wouldn't mind getting.

102 5 months ago

Accidental Office Manager: Essential Startup Snacks

One of my many hats at startups is ordering food for the team. Here are some ideas that walk the line of healthy and delicious inspired by experiences at Pelago, Twilio, and Referly. This does not include fresh fruit and vegetables, but I encourage you to Google for your local farmer's box subscription.

904 6 months ago

Snowboarding Gear Wishlist

Dear Santa...

1825 5 months ago

Black Friday Deals on Amazon.com

Going through Amazon's Black Friday deals to find the best of the best (and things I'll probably get)

99 6 months ago

Fabulous Foodies

88 5 months ago

Unconventional Christmas Trees

Who says you have to do it the traditional way? Here are some ideas off the beaten path.

91 5 months ago

Growth Hackers Gifts

You might not be able to put early adopters under the tree, but the growth hacker in your life will appreciate these tools of the trade.

271 6 months ago

Geek Girl Christmas

Gift inspiration on the geekier side, for the ladies.

106 5 months ago

90's Style

Everything that's old is new again, if you just wait long enough. Don't know who is in this cover photo? Probably means these trends are perfect for you.

112 5 months ago

Christmas Wall Decals

Not doing a tree this year? This is a different way to make it festive

740 5 months ago

Offbeat Christmas Ornaments

If they look too closely at my tree they're sure to laugh

703 5 months ago

Quirky Gifts for Kitty Cats

For snuggly felines and their dedicated humans

1395 5 months ago

Sparkly UGG Boots

Snuggly and glittery at the same time, keeping toes toasty warm. I think I want the red ones...

180 4 months ago

Naughty Stocking Stuffers

Stocking stuffers that will turn ears red without crossing the line...

467 5 months ago

Creative Cosplay Outfits

Because... why not?

82 4 months ago

Not Boring Men's Underwear

For that one present you get to open the night before Christmas.

1406 5 months ago

Quirky Candies to Try

Sweet treats of the strange, rare and exotic variety. Bet you can't try just one.

77 4 months ago

Top 10 Products

Check out the most popular products sold on Referly in November 2012

699 5 months ago

A/B Testing

95 4 months ago

New Year's Eve Party Supplies

Spiff up your house or apartment for an awesome NYE party. Ring out the old, ring in the new!

168 5 months ago

Moroccan Lanterns

82 5 months ago

New Years Eve Dresses

Ideas for the perfect NYE outfit.

518 5 months ago

Must Read Blogs for Entrepreneurs

Reading for inspiration, industry insight, and glimpses of the future. Wishing you all the best in 2013!

24027 4 months ago

Discover Women in Tech

For every lament that there are not enough women in tech, there are so many women writing, building, teaching and spreading the word. Here's an ever-growing list of them.

89 4 months ago

7 Books Suggested by @DHH to Become a Better Programmer ($250)

Inspired by David Heinemeier Hansson's recent post "The five programming books that meant most to me" http://37signals.com/svn/posts/3375-the-five-programming-books-that-meant-most-to-me He says, "Reading these five to seven books will give your programming chops more vitamins and nutritional value than a couple of year’s worth of blog posts and tutorial."

1762 4 months ago

K-Pop is the New Dub Step 한국어 대중 음악

So you liked "Gangnam Style"? Discover K-Pop that goes way beyond that. Between Dave McClure and playing Star Craft, it was unavoidable that this would become my new work productivity music.

687 4 months ago

19 Bridal Shower Essentials

Gathering ideas for lingerie, advice, well wishes and other gifts for my little sister - she's getting married April 13, 2013.

962 4 months ago

Jimmy Choo Addiction

Drool-worthy flats, pumps, boots, platforms, and accessories.

266 4 months ago

Hot Nail Fashion for 2013

I'm saving my money this year by doing my own nails. Fortunately, there are tons of creative colors and new styles to choose from. So far I've only seen spring collections for a couple of brands, but I'm guessing they'll be out in the next few weeks.

337 4 months ago

UGG Shoes for Guys

Whenever I suggest Uggs to a guy in my life he laughs, but did you know they make awesome leather boots, shoes, and slippers - not just the classic suede boot?

226 4 months ago

Recipe: Dinner & Wine for Two - $30

Penne Alfredo with Pancetta, paired with Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc: Boil water in a large pot, place one handful of penne in the water for each person you will be serving. Empty the pancetta into a skillet and heat on medium temperature until lightly sizzling. Warm sauce in a pan and combine with pancetta when it is hot (make sure not to dump in the grease). Reduce penne to simmer until tender, remove from heat and combine in a large bowl.

1600 5 months ago

Bathroom Humor, Literally

I'm endlessly impressed by the amount of gag gifts and bathroom books that get published each year. Here's a sampling of the funniest books on Amazon... make sure to read their reviews!

307 4 months ago

Perfumes I Love to Wear

Over the years I've collected a surprising amount of perfume. It makes a great gift, and I tend to pick it up at international airports. These are the scents I wear and have in my bathroom.

474 4 months ago

n00b Resources for Learning to Design

I've been keeping track of the articles, tools, and resources that I've found helpful as I learn about design. 2013 will be the year where I take this to the next level. Suggestions welcome (in the comments).

3335 4 months ago

Referly Video Setup

Gear for capturing the passion and expertise of the Referly community.

78 4 months ago

Star Wars Street Style

Inspired by Kaitlin Pike, I simply can't believe these exist!

971 4 months ago

Discover Great Choral Music

I'm not at all religious, but I find religious choral music tends to express certain emotions (awe, joy, wonder) better than most music. So I love it. I also sang choir in school, and these are my favorite performance pieces if you ever get a chance to hear them live.

1288 4 months ago

With Memoto, Affordable Passive Lifelogging Has Arrived (Shipping April 2013)

For $279 you can purchase a small device that captures every moment of your life, and the first devices are shipping in April. I just orded mine, and I'm curious to see how people feel about being around me when I wear it. (HT: Keith Schacht)

9275 4 months ago

The Joy Formidable

65 4 months ago

Enterprise Startups

They might not be sexy, but these companies are tackling tough problems that face the big businesses.

74 4 months ago

20 Gifts Guaranteed to Make Her Scream This Valentine's Day

The most disturbingly original (anti) Valentine's Day gift you could ever dream up.

2759 3 months ago

Ladies, Let's Lean In

You don't need to be a feminist (I'm not) to appreciate the fact that women are extremely under-represented in business. It's a fact.

58 3 months ago

Guilty Pleasure Music Videos

These are fun music videos, mostly filled with pretty girls and good vocals, that I like to watch when I just want something I know I'll like.

407 4 months ago

POP! Heroes Figures

84 4 months ago

How To: Create a Summer Internship Program at Your Startup

I have successfully run several intern teams at startups and this post shares my experiences, ideas, and answers to common questions. I've also included resources for startups looking to create their own internship programs, covering compensation, structure, job description and more.

5101 4 months ago

Tech Tools That Make Everyday Life Easier

I'm a gadget, app and tech girl in every way. While I love to experiment with new tools for work, for day-to-day living there are a small set of trusted tools I find myself turning to over and over again.

64 4 months ago

Steampunk Bride

66 4 months ago

Accidental Office Manager: The Complete Guide for Outfitting Your Startup Office

On Friday I wrapped up a long term project I'm proud of: outfitting our shared office with InternMatch. These are the product and projects I researched, purchased, and set up. I've included thoughts on why I bought what I did, considerations for making your space work well, and I hope it will save you time.

7687 3 months ago

Schedule of 2013 Hollywood Awards Season Events

Ready to watch as celebrities walk the red carpet and receive awards for their achievements in the performing arts? We've got the rundown of when and where you can catch the awards shows of 2013.

714 4 months ago

Fabulous Fashion Finds on Ebay

I never realized how much unique, interesting and inspired fashion there is on Ebay. Here are my top picks right now.

617 4 months ago

14 Top Tech Events for Startups

These are the events I've attended, sponsored, and exhibited at with startups. I've included my comments on who they're intended for, and what you can expect to get from them. Your mileage may vary.

1251 4 months ago

Galaxy Print Everything (4 Hours of Research and Counting!)

Way way WAY beyond leggings. Galaxy, universe, supernova, and epic night sky prints applied to every piece of clothing you can think of... and more

1299 4 months ago

Gloriously Geeky Valentine's Day Ideas

Do you have an adorable nerd, a glorious gamer, or sweet geek in your life? These gifts have just the right degree of quirky uniqueness, inside jokes, and Internet humor to strike the perfect note. If this is your first time spending V-day with a geeky guy or gal, these are safe bets for laughs and love.

403 3 months ago

Why the "Series A Crunch" Might Be Good For Unsexy Seattle Startups

Seattle's legacy includes two great consumer brands: Microsoft and Amazon, but many notable enterprise, healthcare and e-commerce startups have been flying under the radar. That could all change with the rising popularity of startups that have revenue out the gate, a bootstrapping mindset, and the ability to sell. I've compiled a list of companies to watch in Seattle below.

5284 4 months ago

82 Sexy One Piece Swimsuits

About this time of year I start fantasizing about escaping to somewhere tropical. With a new swimsuit to wear every 6 hours, of course.

5047 3 months ago

18 Quirky Ideas for Offbeat Wine Glasses

Redneck, wine snob, geek, nerd, hipster, oneophile? You might just like this. Inspired by @theunquietone

1327 3 months ago

Audio Gear for 60% Off

56 3 months ago

Wedding Night Lingerie

48 3 months ago

14 Drool-Worthy Valentine's Day Cookies

Looking for a sweet treat to share on February 14th? Cookies are a simple and thoughtful gift for loved ones, coworkers, a class of crazy kids, or just a fun project at home.

1173 3 months ago

Non-Tech Companies Whose Boards I Hope to Serve in My Lifetime

I've got some work to do to figure out how I can add enough value to justify occupying these seats, but these are companies I admire outside of tech who I would be honored to serve. Doesn't hurt to dream.

145 3 months ago

70 Startups That Raised Funding in January 2013

A super fast recap of funding announcements this month. Skim, click, save, remember. At-a-glance for competitors, sector, amounts, big names, etc.

8920 3 months ago

Charting the Rise of Post-Classical Composer Max Richter

British composer Max Richter rose to fame somehow, but I don't know the details. He composes on commission and for the ballet.

125 3 months ago

45 Silicon Valley Billionaires & the Achievements That Earned Them Their Wealth

Learn the history of Silicon Valley through the lives of the people who made it.

3371 3 months ago

Female CEOs I'd Love to Meet

Women as chief executive officers, especially of publicly traded companies, are outliers. I like meeting extraordinary people (both male and female) and this is a list of CEOs I hope to talk to sometime.

66 3 months ago

Is Twitter's Vine Launch a Response to Popular Social Video Service Keek?

Last month tech blogs lit up with controversy around the launch of Facebook's Poke app, which was a quick response to the popularity of Snapchat. Now Twitter has launched Vine, a service that let's you share 6 second videos via Twitter. Is this a response to the meteoric rise of social video app Keek?

5884 3 months ago