It’s official—the French government is run by a douchebag. This week, Nicholas Sarkozy sent legislation off to parliament intending to impose a $185 fine on women who wear a full-face Islamic veil. Has he forgotten who started the whole cover your head thing?  Let's review. (Photo by André Durst for Vogue, November 1938) Getting women to cover their heads started long before the Muslims came along. Sarkozy is of ... Read More

When you hear the phrase 'healing herbs' you probably picture a jungle in the Amazon or a mountainside in China. But did you know that there are beneficial plants growing right here in New York?  Herbalist Irina Adams of Phoenix Botanicals uses locally sourced, wild, and organic herbs in her line of  moisturizing balms. Each balm combines these herbs with a blend of  organic shea nut butter and olive oil to quench thirsty ... Read More

Corporate wisdom has long held that no one watches TV in the summertime so it's best to air re-runs. In recent years it has been a time to launch programs considered too experimental for the fall lineup. This has lead to massive, unexpected hits like, Burn Notice and True Blood. What does this summer have in store? In this episode of NPR's, "The Takeaway," BUST's own Emily Rems and TV blogger Delaina Dixon give us the scoop. Listen ... Read More

BUST's Crafty Lady and the Candy Rain staff get crafty (and saucy!) with their fabulous sponsor, Babeland! Don't miss out on the answer to the age-old question: Where do I put my condoms and lube when there is no pocket space on this tea towel I’m calling a dress tonight? Kinky Crafting: Garter Belts with Callie WattsThursday, May 20, 07:30PM, $5 materials fee 43 Mercer StreetNew York, NY 10013 For more ... Read More

Just last night I was sitting in a friend's living room, flipping through a copy of 'Winnie the Poo' that someone had left on his table. So, it was strange and hilarious happenstance to see the latest print by Mo Moussa & Roni Lagin of Made With Awesome Made with Awesome specializes in printed goods ranging from posters to t shirts that are all funny, quirky, and -well- awesome. Get in on the fun by attending the BUST Spring Craftacular ... Read More