2010 September

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Fashion Porn: Lovely Lace
Every morning when I get off the subway to go to school, I have to walk right past Forever 21. And it’s torture. School been in session for three weeks now, and there has been this super hot navy lace dress (I think it’s a dress, but you never know with that store…) every time I walk by. Seeing as I don’t REALLY need another dress (remember how I bought 3 in the spring?) I’ve been trying really hard not to go in and buy it in all its gorgeous, lacy glory.
TV Shows Worse Than the Death Penalty
Apparently there are worse things than toothbrush shanks and dropping the soap in prison. More specifically: the Kardashians. The high-profile, high-drama family has caused “emotional distress” for one inmate via being forced to watch both Keeping Up With the Kardashians and Kourtney and Khloe Take Miami. The real kicker is this: he’s suing.

Starting Line: Coming to Terms With Tofu Ravioli
Entering the dining hall at my college was like entering the land of some kind of lotus-eating, vegetarian haven, or, in my case, a carnivore’s personal version of hell. It’s not that they don’t serve meat; they do. But they also serve various other reinterpretations of meat: tofu ravioli, lentil hamburgers, vegan minestrone soup.
The Know: Tyler Mackenzie Stackable Bracelets (And a Discount!)
And we all know that bracelets, particularly stacked bracelets, are always cute, always cool and can go with any outfit. We also know that oftentimes one bracelet can cost upwards of $100, making that cool, cute look – um – not possible.
Get To Know the Tea Party Movement
Last week while ellipticizing at my university’s gym, The Rachel Maddow Show played on one of the large TVs facing the cardio section. (Yeah, that’s what happens when you go to school in D.C.) The hot topic of the day: Christine O’Donnell.
Wardrobe Wish List: American Eagle Cropped Military Cardigan
I admit it: I’m a slave to trends. As much as I’d rather be a trendsetter (like Nicole Richie, not Lady Gaga), I’m regretfully a complete lemming. It’s not that I’m not a risk taker, more so that I’ve been completely brainwashed by the fashion industry (like when professors insist you need to read the text to pass) to like what’s available.
Candy Dish: Make Harem Pants Work For You
• Yes, it is possible.
• When Photoshop goes (very) wrong.
• Guy advice from uber hottie, James Wolk.
• How do you know you’re over your ex?
• 10 things you need to learn before you graduate.
• Watch the ‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows‘ trailer!

Sexy Time: Maybe They’re Onto Something?
I realize that most of us don’t live at home anymore; that most of us are no longer in high school or living with parents. But I stumbled upon this study recently and can’t stop thinking about it. In a nutshell, Dutch parents support their teenagers’ sexuality and it results in lower STI and lower teen pregnancy rates.
Candy Dish: Paris Gets Dissed
• Guess Japan isn’t into cokeheads. Sorry Par!
• Wait! Is Ashton really cheating?
• Obama asks for some divine intervention
• Missed Glee? Watch it online now!
• Weird celebrity crush
• Should she end this relationship?
Wait, The Next Bachelor is Gonna be WHO?
It’s being widely reported that Brad Womack, the dude who didn’t pick anyone on his season, who sent Deanna packing along with that other chick, is being asked back for a second shot at love. OK, ABC…what are you smoking? You’ve got a plethora of gorgeous, funny guys at your disposal. What’s wrong with one of them!?
Ask a Dude: Where’s The Intimacy?
Dear Dude, My boyfriend and I have been together for about 6 months now. We live about two hours apart but see each other at least once a week for a few days at a time. Apart from the occasional argument, all in all we’re really happy. But there is one thing that’s bugging me… He never wants sex!
Why I’m Happy I Graduated During the Recession
Members of the Class of 2011, I have some good news and some bad new for you. Which do you want first? The good? Okay. It appears that when you graduate this upcoming May, the job market will be significantly better than it was for your Class of 2010 friends. In fact, it’s said that employers will be hiring 13.5% more graduates this time around, especially in the Midwest and West.
In Our Makeup Bag: Illamasqua Powder Blusher
What it is: Illamasqua Powder Blush in Tremble
Why this should be in your bag: Pronounced ill-a-mask-a, this new English makeup brand is quickly taking the industry by storm. High-quality products and interesting marketing campaigns keep consumers on their toes and guarantee the Illamasqua brand a long-life.
Make #MorningRegrets Trend on Twitter
Last week our friends at USAToday College declared a Mean Girls quote day on Twitter. It was awesome and it got us to thinking what trending topic would work for us. Then like a jolt-from-your-stomach-after-that-unneeded-shot, it hit us. Morning regrets.
Young and Broke: I’m Paying for My Own Education
I’m grateful of my parents for many things: bringing me into this world, my killer sense of humor, taking me to morning band practice in high school at 6a.m., etc. However, there is one thing that I’m grateful for that most people is crazy: I thank my parents for making me pay for my own college education.
Celebrity Chic on the Cheap: Ashley Greene’s Easy Chic
Quite honestly, I don’t really know who Ashley Greene is. I know she’s in Twilight, but seeing as how there are much hotter vampires out there, I’ve never seen the movies. I know she once sent naked photos to someone….and got caught. And that’s about it.