What It Is:
Too Faced Romantic Eye Palette

Why This Should Be in Your Bag:
Eyeshadow is one of my favorite beauty products. Your eyes are the only place that you can get away with sporting bright teals, purples and greens. (I mean, they don’t make teal blush for a reason.) However, most workplaces don’t look fondly on the new intern whose eyelids are straight outta the ’80s (read: covered in bright blue shadow). To help you ease into the professionalism that  is summer work, I found the perfect palette.

The Too Faced Romantic Eye Palette is the newest in Too Faced’s lineup of foolproof eyeshadow sets. The palette consists of “romantic-inspired shadow shades that will bring out your inner bride, bombshell or classic beauty, all with an ultra-feminine touch”. Even though Too Faced didn’t intend on creating a career-palette, the mix of neutrals and muted colors make it perfect for either purpose!

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When I look back to being a little tike, I was this needy biznatch with sticky fingers and a demand issue. “Mama, get me my big wheel from the garage, come stick this straw into my Capri Sun, push me on the swing set!”  I didn’t bat an eyelash when I wanted something to be done in my honor.  Life was simple and all about me; I saw what I wanted of my future and demanded I have it right then and there. If a little snot-nosed brat at my daycare gave me the stank eye, I’d give it right back and take a triumphant swig from my sippy cup.

What happened to that relentless passion for demanding what I want?

Nowadays, my mouth is politely sealed. Granted, life has changed since I was riding dirty in my Big Wheel and crapping in my own pants on a normal basis…but why can’t I resort to that unapologetic attitude to get what I want?

Lately, I can’t count all the times I’ve bitten my tongue in a situation. When I was younger and I liked someone, I would blurt it to their face at Sunday school and we’d be dating the next day. Nowadays, I can’t seem to tell anyone how I feel until the very last minute, or when it’s too late. I recently ended up hurting someone because I couldn’t grow the balls to tell them how I truly felt. How did I let it come to that? Where are all these shy and timid feelings coming from? Read More »

Everyone knows that sex without a condom is better than with that thin latex lining. According to guys it “feels amazing” and is “probably the best thing on earth.” (Clearly, guys have never tried dipping pretzels into frosting….) But we also know that no matter how good it is, it isn’t good enough to risk getting pregnant and spending our days playing peek-a-boo instead of beer pong.

Enter the birth control pill.

Seems like the perfect fix. 99.9% effective (when taken correctly, ladies) and no annoying de-sensitizing barrier to get in the way of some good old fashioned sex. It is probably the best thing to be invented since the wheel (though I would argue the Oh-My-Bod is totally up there), so it always comes as a huge surprise to people when I say that I really truly hate taking the pill.

“WHAT? WHY? HOW??!” you ask. Here are my top 10 reasons: Read More »

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Lucy Hale is steadily climbing her way up the Hollywood ladder, propelled by the awesomeness that is Pretty Little Liars. It has everything that Gossip Girl used to have – suspense, dark humor, compelling story lines, and high schoolers who are way too attractive. Yes, I am obsessed (and still bitter over the demise of GG, but that’s a whole separate rant).

In addition to killer acting skills, Lucy has a totally banging sense of style. She can rock trendy and sexy looks just as easily as elegant, classic, preppy looks. Since it’s finally, finally, spring, I am totally excited to gush over a hot summer look. Read More »

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According to Lea Michele, this week’s episode of Glee is considered one of the show’s best to date.  And since I pretty much take anything Lea Michele says or does seriously, I had some VERY high expectations.

So were they met?  Yes and no.  Unfortunately, this week’s musical performances fall short – in fact, it’s highly likely that none of them will even make it to my iTunes library, and that’s huge.  Also unfortunate is the fact this episode is not the most satisfying – actually, all of the storylines this time around are so directly connected to the whole prom theme, it seems as though none of them were fleshed out the way they should have been, and the episode just seems abrupt.

But there are some positives.  Glee is at its best when it focuses on the struggles that real teenagers face, when it stays away from life or death situations and kooky guest stars and outdated tributes.  Unlike popular teen-centric shows like Gossip Girl and 90210, Glee actually acknowledges things like body image issues and unrequited crushes.  Last night’s episode – despite its flaws – did a great job of focusing on the quiet sentiments of inadequacy that all teenagers inevitably face.

We’re introduced to prom season when we hear some brutal news: Air Supply canceled their McKinley High Prom appearance, leaving Figgins to enlist the new Directions to perform at the Prom.  But not all of the members are planning to go: Mercedes is dateless, Sam doesn’t have the funds, and Lauren is struggling to find a dress that fits her. Read More »

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From important class papers and projects, to priceless photo memories, to my entire iTunes library, my laptop pretty much has my entire life on it. But sometimes I need something from my computer and don’t have it with me (like class assignments), and constantly having to load files onto a flash drive or remembering to email them to myself can get annoying.

Dropbox solves that problem by allowing you to access your files from anywhere! Dropbox is fully compatible with Mac, Windows and Linux operating systems, meaning that even files saved on your MacBook can be accessed on a PC. What’s more, your Dropbox files are always available via the secure, password-protected website. You can also access Dropbox via your smartphone — it’s compatible with iPhone, Blackberry and Android  — as well as iPad.

And the best part? You don’t even have to do anything! Once you install the program, Dropbox continuously keeps the folders updated every time you make a change or update for you, so you can rest easy knowing your files will be available for you whenever and wherever you need them. Read More »

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Attention, attention! Ladies, I have some news that you may find to be a bit shocking…

The Jonas Brothers have gone and become hot when no one was looking.

No, this is not a joke or a drill. I am completely serious. Now, I am not a huge fan of the Jonas Brother. Nor have I ever claimed to be. In fact, I think more often than not I’ve been the girl laughing at all the other girls oohing and aahing over these “totally hot” brothers. I’d just roll my eyes and walk away. I never really saw the appeal.

But apparently I haven’t really seen the Jonas Brothers in a while either because they’ve been doing some growing up since they first hit Hollywood. And let me tell you… I think that for the first time ever I understand why Taylor Swift is still moaning about being dumped what all the fuss is about. I mean they’re hot.

I hate to admit it, I really hate to admit it, because I totally feel like a 12-year-old girl right now but the truth cannot be ignored. Hollywood has done well. The JoBros have grown up well. Don’t believe me? Check out the pictures right here.

Oh, if only it would end this well for the Biebs.

When rompers first hit runways and stores a few seasons ago, I was pretty skeptical — I wasn’t so sure anyone with any sort of shape could ever pull them off this particular fashion staple from our parents’ days needed a comeback. But they’ve had some pretty good staying power this time around, and I’m starting to think I might have judged rompers too quickly.

For starters, they do seem like the perfect clothing item for summer! Rompers are a complete outfit in just one piece of clothing, they don’t require finding a matching top, and they transition from day to night with just a few simple accessory swaps. It’s like they’re made for those lazy summer days.

I just might have to give rompers a chance after all! And with so many cute rompers available at affordable prices (like all of these, which are just $20 or less each), there’s really no excuse not to!