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Archive for August, 2009

In Defense of Hipsters
I want to propose the unthinkable: I think hipsters are kind of OK.
Many, many people disagree – even some here at CollegeCandy – but if you can look past the obvious (like the mustaches and the outline of the boys’ genitalia through their super tight denim), I think our friends in Bushwick and the ‘Burg have some redeeming qualities.
Dear Welcome Week, I LOVE YOU
There is a holiday that exists that, in my heart, surpasses Christmas and even Halloween (which is a pretty bad ass holiday, because it involves drinking, candy, and costumes). This holiday is Welcome Week. Oh yes, that’s a holiday, even if it isn’t recognized by calenders or…anyone who doesn’t go to college.

Why You Should…Eat More Meat
It’s hard to be sure of what to eat these days. Health reports come out with a study against a certain food one day and for it the next. Do I eat the egg yolk or do I stick with the whites? Are pomegranates that good for me? How many more vitamins do I really need to take? It’s confusing. And I don’t like being confused about food. I just like eating it.
Wardrobe With List: Truese Diaz Dress
But I have to say – even though my wardrobe consists of 16 pairs of sweatpants and only 3 dresses – there is something somewhere deep inside me that yearns to look like a Barbie Doll. I love pink, I love ruffles and and I love really, super girly dresses.
I’m Torn: Watching Porn
While hanging out with some girlfriends this weekend, the topic of conversation kept coming back to porn. It wasn’t shocking to be discussing such a taboo topic (in graphic detail), but I was shocked to find out that I’m the only one who doesn’t watch it regularly.
And Here’s Why You’ve Been Dumped, Boys
Okay, when it comes to relationships, we all know what not to do (despite the fact that when the time comes we often throw these notions out the window and become clingy, head over heels, I’m-going-to-talk-to-you-in-a-baby-voice, psycho GFs). And if we don’t, well, YourTango asked a guy to break it all down for us and explain just why guys dump us.
Body Blog: iPhone Apps to Keep you Fit
1) The LIVESTRONG.com Calorie Tracker
If you’re like me and often find yourself looking up the calorie content in everything, this one is for you. Not only does it help keep track of your daily calorie intake, but you can also see how many calories you’ve burned throughout the day.

Candy Dish: Forest Photobomb!
• Is this not the cutest photobomber you’ve ever seen?
• Mariah Carey delays her album…again.
• You may never wanna wear flip flops again.</a
• Who's next for Dancing With The Stars?
• Rapper begs Kanye to come out of the closet.
• Ed Hardy….hand sanitizer? COME ON!
Weekly Ten: Celebs We Love to Hate
Always entertained by the fantastic “Celebretard Showdowns,” I was inspired to write a top ten list of the celebs that I (and hopefully you) love to hate. We hate them, we want them out of our lives, but we can’t stop reading, blogging and talking about these trainwrecks.
Overheard: Off The Sofa
(Guy and a girl, talking loudly at a Thai restaurant.)
Guy: Wait, what did you say? I’m the queen of miscommunication?
Girl: No! No, I said I was -
Guy: Well. This is ironic.
11 Things To Know When Living Off-Campus For The First Time
Not everybody is headin’ back to a cramped, 8×10 box that college officials have dubbed “ the dorm.” Nope—some of you ladies will find yourselves hunched over textbooks in more reasonably-sized quarters. Yes, I’m talking about off-campus houses and apartments!
Intro to Cooking: Lemon-Blueberry Pie
I’ll let you in on a not-so-small secret: I love pie. Like borderline-unhealthy-obsession-with-pie syndrome. Like if a recipe looks delicious and simple I will think to myself “Hmm, Kari, how can this translate into pie form?” (Which, I should warn you, doesn’t work with everything…like margaritas.)
Get The Look for Under $100: One Shoulder
One shoulder tops and dresses will continue to be a top trend this fall. Pair a one shoulder dress with tights and heels for a night out, but leave the necklaces at home – the asymmetry is eye-catching enough! A one shoulder top looks great with jeans or a skirt. We found three super cute dresses and three hot tops for under $100:
Can You Handle A Long Distance Relationship?
Are you thinking of starting a long distance relationship as you and your warm-weather fling get ready for separate schools next fall? Answer the following Q’s to see if you have what it takes!
From StyleHive: Get More Value With a Convertible Bag
Handbags are my true weakness. Okay, and shoes, and accessories, okay FASHION. But handbags, I love. To get more mileage out of a bag purchase, I’ve been looking to buy one of the fall’s convertible bags. You know, something that goes from shoulder to tote, or hobo to hip-slung with a quick switch of a strap.
Religion and Relationships
Even if someone’s beliefs can’t be put under a specific religious category, everyone has their own opinion on how humans got here and how people should live their lives. All of these different views come together to make a unique world, but religious differences have the potential to hurt or even end a relationship.