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After countless barbecues and Bud Light Limes (or being stuck inside at your unpaid internship all day), summer is sadly coming to an end. Waaaaah (Snooki voice). But seeing your tan fade doesn’t mean there’s no more time for fun in the sun.

I’ve got three words: Labor Day weekend.

The last hurrah of summertime, so to speak. And to honor the goodness that was the past three months, we’ve created the perfect end-of-summer playlist to give this season the proper send-off.

Get your freak on right here.

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For most people, the end of August means enjoying the last weeks of summer, trying to wear those short-shorts a few more times before their tan wears off, and dreading the chunky knits and layers that arrive come November. But for those of us who love fashion, this time of year is incredibly exciting! I don’t know about you, but I cannot wait for fall fashion; I’ve already got my knee-high socks on and am digging out my favorite cardigans!

But, like the rest of you, I too am working with a college student budget. As much as I would love to buy a full-length camel skirt and a real leather aviator jacket, I know I can’t afford either. Fortunately, with a few new accessories, every college student can look fresh for Fall/Winter without spending a lot.

Fall/Winter 2010 fashion is very much about a classic, clean, ladylike look- it’s all very Mad Men. Accessories are understated and sophisticated- the embellishments of last season are left behind and this season, fashion embraces a simple but elegant practicality that reflects the return to long-lasting pieces. So while accessories are few and far between, there are a few pieces that will bring your wardrobe up-to-date for fall. Read More »

A few months ago I was introduced to The Hunger Games. I’d seen the first book fly off the shelves and although I was intrigued, I never indulged. I read the back and wasn’t totally convinced. However, my co-worker wouldn’t stop raving about the first book, so I decided to give it a go.

‘The Hunger Games’ trilogy consists of ‘The Hunger Games,’ ‘Catching Fire’ and, the latest and most-anticipated installment, ‘Mockingjay.’ The story is set in a dystopian North America known as Panem, divided into 12 districts (formerly 13) and controlled by the Capitol. The citizens of Panem are extremely hard-done-by; the Capitol provides them with just enough to barely get by and constantly reminds them who is in charge. District 13 doesn’t exist because long ago, the districts decided to rebel against the Capitol and as retribution, 13 was destroyed.

Another event that came to be as a result of this failed rebellion is the Hunger Games. Every year, 2 “tributes,” a boy and a girl, from each district are sent into an arena and must battle to the death. Only one survivor remains. It’s horribly brutal, but serves as a great reminder that the Capitol is in total control and can choose to do with its citizens what it pleases. Our heroine, Katniss Everdeen, is a headstrong 16-year-old. Ever since her father perished in the coal mines of District 12, she has had to illegally hunt and sell game to feed her mother and sister. However, her life changes when her sister, Prim, is called to compete in the Hunger Games. Without blinking an eye, Katniss volunteers to take Prim’s place and is thrown into the world of the Hunger Games. Along with Peeta, the other District 12 tribute, she navigates the games and begins to unravel the mysteries of the Capitol. Throughout the other two books, Katniss works with the cast of characters in discovering the truth about the Capitol and Panem in general, all while working towards the greater good.

I’m not going to say any more than that on the content of the trilogy. The books are great and I don’t want to spoil anything! Read More »

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In Hollywood, there are many variations of crazy. We’ve got the Lindsay Lohans, the Mel Gibsons, the Heidi Montags. There’s all sorts of lunatic species over there. But that’s why we love it, no? Just when you think the celebs have learned their lessons (I feel like a mom) they get into trouble again!

Silly little celebrities, get it together! Or don’t. It’s more fun this way.

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1. T.I. is probably going back to jail! This time with his wife Tameka “Tiny” Cottle. The two were pulled over in Los Angeles because the police smelled marijuana coming from the car. They also reportedly found ecstasy and maybe even meth. YIKES! This could be big trouble for the rapper since he just got out of jail and has a three year probation. Be smart about getting stupid, brah!

2. Paris Hilton got arrested this weekend in Vegas for cocaine possession. Her heroic boyfriend, Cy Waits (you know, the guy who saved her life), was also arrested on DUI charges. Paris has come up with thousands of excuses for the coke in her bag (“I thought it was gum,” and “I don’t wear fake bags” are my two faves), none of which are very convincing. Since her arrest, Paris has been banned from several Las Vegas hotels including the Encore and Wynn. Thank god she’s still got the Hilton. Read More »

I am SO lucky to have a really close knit group of girlfriends here at Loyola. It’s extremely rare that there is ever any kind of tension between us, but one particular topic has continually been a source of conflict between all of our girls. As you might have guessed, the issue revolves around boys. Or to be more specific, one boy.

One of our girlfriends has started dating this boy that nobody else approves of. He’s smart, but he doesn’t try hard in school. He lost his scholarship this year because he barely went to class last year, and it seems like he is always either drunk, high, or a some messed up combination of the two. Okay, so you get the point… he’s less than perfect. But our friend B is the opposite. She has her life planned out, is the only person I know to make it through honors with a perfect GPA, and would never dream of touching illegal drugs, let alone selling them.

So why is she with this guy? The girl has plenty (and I mean plenty) of other options, but she still chooses him…

It’s one of life’s eternal mysteries that we might never solve – why the good girls always like the bad boys, and why opposites really do attract. But oddly enough, the whole Miss Perfect/Mr. Stoner pairing is not my biggest issue with this whole scenario (even if I’ll never understand what she sees in this deadbeat).

After hearing B gush about her new beau, I was shocked to hear her talk about how casual it was, and how she liked it a billion times better than any serious relationship she’s ever had. B came out of a long-term, serious high school relationship just like I did, except they tried to make it work for part of their freshman year. Obviously, it didn’t go so well and she spent the rest of the year totally single. And now with this new boy, her attitude has completely changed. Read More »

Military inspiration is everywhere this season. I mean, anyone who reads this website can see that. From t-shirts to jackets, bags to boots, everyone’s getting in on the camo fun. So, of course that means cargo pants are back. The good news is that unlike their original counterpart, cargs (as I like to call them – yeah, we’re tight) aren’t big and baggy and look like you could actually carry cargo in them. This time, they are not at all focused on the function but solely on the fashion. The cuts are a lot skinnier, making them super cute with booties and pumps, and perfect for pairing with some feminine flair (think a silky or sequined tank).

And for all that I say thank you, fashion designer gods. The less bagginess going on in the leg area, the better. Read More »

Um. This should be cute right? A little boy hamming it up for the camera is supposed to be heartwarming? But for some reason we’re not smiling. Not sure if it’s Keenan’s soulful crooning or the fact that a woman’s voice is coming out of a four-year old, but we’re feeling a little squirmy inside.

Labor day is all about spending the day thinking about how you don’t have work…if you’re a million years old. For those of us still in school, it’s all about going out hard on Sunday (ugh how strenuous was syllabus week, huh!?) and spending the day in your pajamas watching marathons all.day.long. And don’t even think about taking the effort to reach for that remote. Today is all about doing absolutely nothing. So that’s why we’ve put together this amazing list of every single marathon happening on Labor Day. Enjoy.

Oh and make sure not to get too many chip crumbs on your roomie’s Snuggie. She’ll never let you borrow it again.

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