Jillian Harris and Ed Swiderski. Photo: Flynet Pictures, Inc.
Interviewed by Lori Bizzoco; Editorial by Kristin Mattern
Many of us remember the charming Jillian Harris from ABC’s The Bachelor and The Bachelorette. Since first revealing her sparkling personality, filled with irrepressible humor and emotional honesty, Harris has moved on to expose viewers to her design expertise on both Extreme Makeover: Home Edition and Love It or List it Vancouver. Staying true to her motto of “doing it all,” she is now sharing her adoration for vintage and antique items as founder and creative director of Charlie Ford Vintage, a website that brings unique pieces, hand-selected by Harris and her team, to people across North America. “I’ve always been passionate about antiques. My mom used to take me antiquing when I was a little girl,” says Harris. “And I realized that there was opportunity to share the things I loved with the world.”
Liam Hemsworth and Miley Cyrus. Photo: Premiere/VM/Dino/FAMEFLYNET PICTURES
By April Littleton
Lately, rumors have been swirling over Miley Cyrus’ and Liam Hemsworth’s postponed wedding. According to People, Cyrus and The Hunger Games actor, Liam Hemsworth were finally spotted together in Alberta, Canada. Hemsworth has been in Canada for several weeks filming the upcoming movie Cut Bank. If the rumor is true, this has been the first time the couple has been seen together since June 17 in Hollywood.
How do you know when to go public with your relationship?
David and Victoria Beckham. Photo: FlynetUK/Flynetpictures.com
By Kerri Sheehan
You may know her as Posh, but since her Spice Girls days Victoria Beckham has managed to have four kids, marry soccer star David Beckham, and start a successful career in fashion. However, Beckham admits that she feels a bit guilty about being a working mom. She told UsMagazine.com, “It’s a huge juggling act, when you are a working mother and looking after your family. Millions and millions of women around the world are doing this every day, but it’s not easy and yes, you feel guilty every time you walk out of the door to go to work.”
How do you balance your career and family successfully?
Katy Perry and John Mayer. Photo: Thumbs42/FAMEFLYNET PICTURES
By Kerri Sheehan
John Mayer and Katy Perry haven’t called it quits just yet! The two have recently rekindled their romance and Mayer made the audience melt when he dedicated a song to Perry on the opening night of his tour. The song, “A Face to Call Home,” is a serene love song from his Born and Raised album. According to People, Mayer said the song was for, “Katy, who is my face to call home.”
What are some ways to use music to show your love?
You likely test-drove several vehicles before buying your last car, read every tech blog possible to see which smartphone was best for you and even texted a few dressing-room pics of yourself to a friend before buying that cute maxi dress. As an educated, modern woman, you know researching your options and getting a few opinions can be a good thing. So, why are we so afraid to get a little help when it comes to our relationships?!
Charles Saatchi is seeking divorce from Nigella Lawson. According to People, Lawson failed to publicly defend him during the fallout over their disturbing public fight. Saatchi was seen grabbing the celebrity chef’s throat at a London restaurant on June 9. “I feel that I have clearly been a disappointment to Nigella during the last year or so, and I am disappointed that she was advised to make no public comment to explain that I abhor violence of any kind against women,” said Saatchi.
How do you know when to stand by your partner in a scandal?
Niecy Nash and Jay Tucker. Photo: Koi Sojer / PR Photos
By Kerri Sheehan
Finding true love is never an easy feat, but Niecy Nash knows how to make it happen. The host of “Let’s Talk About Love” on Yahoo! believes that humans are programmed to be in a relationship, yet the way women think nowadays limits their opportunities to find happiness. “You’ll manifest what you believe. If you believe that all men are dogs and that you’re the bottom of the barrel and have to take what you can get, then that’s what’s going to be handed to you.”
Eliza Coupe. Photo Credit: Samuel Mora / PRPhotos.com
By April Littleton
Two months after the cancellation of Happy Endings, the actress of the acclaimed ABC sitcom, Eliza Coupe, has been served with divorce papers by her husband Randall Whittinghill. According to UsMagazine.com, Whittinghill, a puppeteer and acting coach, cited irreconcilable differences and asked for spousal support. The couple has been together for more than 12 years. The actress has yet to comment on their split.
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By Laura Seldon for GalTime.com
So, you finally met the love of your life, got engaged in the most romantic way possible and the two of you toasted your love in the biggest party you’ve ever thrown (which is a now a day you count among the happiest of your entire life). But after all that fun and excitement, you’re finding yourself feeling a little down.
Tiger Woods and Lindsey Vonn. Photo: AAR/FAMEFLYNET PICTURES
By Jane Greer, Ph.D. for GalTime.com
Some people are better at romance recovery than others. Recent reports suggest that Elin Nordegren is struggling to accept the new partner of her ex-husband, Tiger Woods. Though it has been rumored that he has been dating Olympic skier Lindsey Vonn for many months, they only recently went public with their romance, stating they are “happy” together. Elin and Tiger divorced in the summer of 2010. Their marriage ended in scandal when it was revealed he’d had multiple affairs, and was soon after treated for an apparent sex addiction.
The Fourth of July is a very special day for most Americans. This holiday gives people the chance to express their patriotic side in fun, creative ways. Many couples see Independence day as the perfect opportunity to exchange “I dos” and share their love for each other and their country. Couples who dream of nothing more than to live the “American Dream” love the idea of knowing that while their celebrating their love, the whole country is celebrating right along with them on this day. Here’s Cupid’s guide to having a spectacular Fourth of July themed wedding:
Celebrate Fourth of July with your partner. Photo: Maridav / Bigstock.com
By Sarah Ribeiro
You and your sweetheart have been together for every holiday so far, and now for the Fourth of July, you’re ready to take a unique approach. Celebrate in a non-traditional way by making everything red, white and blue. The easiest way to set up this color spectrum date is to split it into thirds. Decide which part of the day will be linked to which color, and go from there.
What can be gained from reading twelve dating advice books in a row? Some valuable insights, actionable information and after a while – a headache.
After years of false starts and flame-outs, I decided to give myself a dating education, buying half the self-help section at Barnes & Noble to try and change my luck in love. I thought quick salvation lay in their pages. I thought if I put on my Love Lab Coat and followed instructions, fruitless years of speed, blind and online dating would be swiftly rewarded with a marriage-minded man.
Wrong! The books did work, but not in the way I thought they would.
Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston. Photo: Famepictures, Inc.
By Joanne Pittman of Pittman Consulting & Image for Hope After Divorce
The teenage son of a dear friend of mine said something one day that really stuck with me. He was speaking about a relationship his mother was building with a new boyfriend, and he flatly stated, “He is not the star of my show!”
As an image consultant who has worked with celebrities, models and public figures as well as professionals and individuals, I see all of my clients as “stars of their shows.” Life is filled with transitions, and divorce is one of them. While in a transitional state, it’s common and needful to make adjustments to our images that allow us to circumvent needless and costly detours on our road ahead.
Real Housewives of Atlanta star NeNe Leakes chose to give marriage a second go with ex-husband, Gregg Leakes. The couple remarried Saturday, June 22, according to UsMagazine.com. Nene, 45 tweeted on June 21, “Got big plans this weekend? Cause I do,” she wrote with a smiley face.
How do you know if you should get back together with your ex?
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By Mark B. Baer ESQ.
While it may seem odd receiving marital advice from a family law attorney, remember that people retain us to assist them in dissolving their marriages. Although the people and situations may differ, the reasons marriages fail tend to be rather consistent. We are therefore in an excellent position to give marriage advice. Here are five conversions every couple should consider having before tying the knot:
Heather Locklear steps out with new love interest, Dr. Marc Mani. Photo: FAMEFLYNET PICTURES
By Petra Halbur
Heather Locklear is in her first public relationship since she split with fiancé, Jack Wagner, in 2011. Peoplereports that Locklear is currently involved with plastic surgeon, Dr. Marc Mani. Mani was listed as one of Extra‘s most eligible plastic surgeon bachelors in 2008 and he has frequently appeared on television as a plastic surgery expert. Locklear and Mani stepped out as a couple one-and-a-half months ago. They were most recently photographed leaving a Mexican restaurant together in West Hollywood on June 19.
How do you know when it’s time to move on from a past relationship?
Dividing the family’s property during a divorce can be quite difficult, especially if there are significant assets such as houses, rental property, retirement and pension plans, stock options, restricted stock, deferred compensation, brokerage accounts, closely-held businesses, professional practices and licenses, etc. Deciding who should get what can be quite a challenge, even under the most amenable of situations. But, if your divorce is contentious, then this can be especially complicated.
In this comedy drama directed by Dan Mirvish, two couples reunite over two evenings. Grace and Carlo (played by Julia Stiles and Taye Diggs) are newlywed New Yorkers who decide to visit their old friends Sharyl and Joel (played by Melissa George and David Harbour) in their Midwestern home. Behind closed doors, the hosts are in a disastrous marriage, but an unlikely meeting between the couples years later, shows the roles have reversed.
It’s been six months since the cuddling and gift-giving time of year, and you’re running out of summer date ideas. This weekend, ditch the summer activities and celebrate the half-way point to Christmas with your love. …On the edge of your seat? Click here for more.
Knowing how to hire a matchmaker. Photo: RockandWasp / Bigstock.com
By Melanie Mar
A matchmaker works on behalf of a client to set that person up on dates and ultimately find them a happy and healthy relationship. In today’s society, more and more people are turning to matchmakers as they look for a qualified mate for a long-term, committed relationship that may eventually lead to marriage. Below are ten things that you should know about hiring a matchmaker:
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By Kelly Rouba for GalTime.com
If you recently got engaged and just can’t wait to tie the knot, famed party planner Martie Duncan says it’s not too late to plan a summer wedding.
A summer wedding can be put together in under two months, assures Duncan, who shares many of her expert tips on her website MartieKnowsParties. Duncan’s experience in planning weddings on the fly began when a friend recruited her help not long ago.
Funny man Marc Maron proposed to his longtime girlfriend, Jessica earlier this month. According to UsMagazine.com, Maron let the food do the talking. “I served her pancakes on her birthday and stuck the rock right in the middle of the top cake on the stack,” he said. “We cried and laughed.” After two divorces, this will be Maron third journey into the marriage world and he hopes that this one will yield successful results.
What are some creative ways to propose to your partner with food?
When you’re looking for love, it’s tempting to want to find the “perfect” man, someone who embodies all of the qualities that are on your checklist. In truth, doing so could be detrimental to your love life. You may end a relationship with that nearly perfect guy because you’re so focused on the one thing he’s missing. By the time you realize it, chances are he’s already moved on to someone who loves him and thinks he’s enough. Here are five reasons why your perfect man criteria is keeping you single:
