I adore Selena Gomez. Her face looks as if it were lifted from a porcelain doll. Her hair is so luminous and luxurious. Her music is perfect for those times when you’re dancing in front of the mirror in your PJs with your hairbrush (in contrast to those times when you’re dancing in front of the mirror in your highest stilettos and a bottle of Smirnoff). She is the personification of rainbows and unicorns and puppies and everything that is fluffy and G-rated in this world. I love it.

Selena’s style is just as unpretentious and down-to-earth as the rest of her image. She’s totally youthful, fresh, and laid back. She is that girl who swears she “isn’t even into fashion,” but she always looks current and hip, and you never see her wearing the same ensemble twice.

She is essentially every friend I’ve ever had and secretly resented totally admired.

Luckily, this easy-breezy style fits perfectly into the college style scene and, even better, is not at all difficult (or expensive) to emulate.

Product Information: Blazer, Sweater, Jeans, Boots, Scarf, Bag

Boyfriend blazers have been in for the past few seasons, and this fall is no exception. This particular one is corduroy, which is so quintessentially fall, and can be a staple for years to come. Adding a black/white shirt adds a little bit of flair to an overall very neutral outfit. You can throw on any sort of solid scarf, but I love the idea of mixing prints in the same color family for a little extra visual interest. And don’t be afraid of pairing a black bag with brown boots. If Selena’s outfit teaches us anything it’s that it can totally work.

This is such a great look because it’s fashion-forward but still sticking with clothes you most likely already own. By mixing and matching colors that clash, but still fall under the realm of “neutral”, you can create an adorbz look that is so easy to customize and personalize.

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I, like most girls, have a complicated relationship with my body.  After years of self-torture and dressing in clothes that would probably work better as yacht sails,  I’ve come to the conclusion that my body is certainly not perfect, but it is mine.  Ever since I started going to college, I tried to capitalize on this love/hate thing.  I (mostly) know which things look good and which things would look horrible (oh, the visions that have entered my mind in various fitting rooms…*shudder*).  However, even after years of shopping experience, I was extremely interested to know that you can actually dress yourself thinner…without the expensive services of a Personal Shopper.

Whaaa??  Why did I not know this?  I mean, if I knew you could just shave pounds off by picking a different top, I would have chucked my sneakers, bought a box of Oreos and settled down for a happy life.  Okay, maybe not, but it would make my life a lot easier if I wasn’t always worrying about potential muffin top or whatnot.  These tips will make you look more streamlined and thinner, as well as giving you a step up to better dressing (not that you need it…I’m sure if you’re reading this site you’re super fabulous already).

Tools:

Measuring Tape
A book (any book will do)
Black, black, and more black!
Confidence

Slenderize:

1.  Use that measuring tape to get your correct size.  This is useful (and necessary) for bra shopping and if you prefer shop online.  Wearing clothes the wrong size makes you look bigger, whether the clothes are tight enough to constrict blood flow or loose enough to fit your best friend in there with you.

2.  Take the book and balance it on your head.  Walk around and try to keep it up there.  This will help you maintain your posture, which you can hopefully continue to do after the book is safely back on the bookshelf.  Nothing slims you quite as quickly as standing/sitting up straight.

3.  Items that are black and well-fitting are your best friends.  Love them, caress them, wash them in color-saving bleach formulas.  As we all know, black is extremely flattering, so why not make it work for you?  However, all good things should be enjoyed in moderation (i.e. your wardrobe shouldn’t look monochromatic).  Unless you’re going for that goth look…

4.  Whatever you wear, if you wear it with confidence, you’ll look better.  Simple, right?  Just look at Lady GaGa – that girl must overflow with confidence to carry off the outfits she wears.

Bits and Bobs:

- Current trends don’t look good on everyone.  Learn to pick and choose based on your body, not the bodies of the girls walking the runways.

- Got a big butt? Don’t wear gold lame leggings (eff you, American Apparel) or anything else that is shiny, reflective or attention-grabbing on your behind.

- Color coordinate to streamline your look.  The more abstract your outfit, the more chunky and separated you’ll appear.

- Boot cut pants are universally flattering, but feel free to experiment.

It doesn’t take much, but if you follow these instructions, you should notice a more slender-looking you in the mirror!

Patent leather stilettos! Cashmere sweaters! Wool pants! With all the clothing and accessories out there, it sure is hard to know what pieces you absolutely have to have in your closet. And with all the fabulous new items and trends each season, the weeding out becomes harder and harder. Luckily, we’ve compiled a list of the five pieces you simply shouldn’t be iwthout!

THE WHITE SHIRT

It’s clean, it’s crisp, it’s absolutely flawless. Not to mention it’s designer Carolina Herrera’s number one staple! (And if it’s good enough for Carolina, it’s totally good enough for us.) The white shirt pulls together any look instantly, whether you’re wearing jeans and sneakers or a pencil skirt and heels. Button it up and you’ll be the most fabulous person in the room! Try one like the Rachel Stretch Cotton Shirt from Ralph Lauren Black Label ($298 at ralphlauren.com) — it’s designed with a hint of stretch, so it hugs your curves just right.

BLACK PUMPS

No, they won’t make you look like an old lady. At least not the ones we’re talking about! Go for ones with height — at least three inches — and a pointy toe, so you’ll look super large and in charge. Now, you don’t have to spend a fortune on these. Everywhere from Payless to Manolo Blahnik sells them. So it’s up to you how much to spend … just make sure you can walk in them, stand in them, look pretty in them all day long! And definitely make sure they peek out ever so sexily from beneath your fave pair of jeans. Our pick — the Lush Patent Pump by KORS Michael Kors ($270 at shopbop.com), which graces the vamp of the foot really elegantly.

A GREAT SATCHEL

What better way to carry your entire life around than in a fabulous bag? The perfect bag will pull together any look and make you look of-the-moment in no time. We believe in carrying a leather satchel — the straps stay on your shoulder while you’re running from class to brunch with your girlfriends, the shape is uber-chic and the offerings are massive! Try one like the Totally Turnlock Mini Quinn from Marc by Marc Jacobs ($398 at eluxury.com), which comes in a go-with-everything gunmetal hue.

THE CASHMERE CARDIGAN

Why? Because it’s just a little more grown-up than your favorite college zip-up hoodie. You can find one in every color under the sun … not to mention it’s cozy, warm and stylish all year long. Our pick this season? The Cashmere Classic Crewneck Cardigan in Heather Plum by J. Crew ($168 at jcrew.com). The of-the-moment purple hue is so royal in feel, and the Italian cashmere is super-soft.

BOOTCUT JEANS

Why? Because this is just the most flattering kind of denim out there. Bootcut jeans look good on every figure, from petite to tall, from thin to curvy. No matter what your body type, there is a pair out there to suit you. And the brand that seems to have this style down pat? It’s totally 7 For All Mankind. We LIVE in our Bootcut in Hawaii jeans ($185 at 7forallmankind.com), which just make our legs look seriously long and lean and our butt look totally amazing!

We also know our feet are one of the quickest body parts to feel that freeze and having popsicles for toes, well that can just ruin your whole day. However, you don’t have to give up style in order to keep those footsies warm; there are plenty of boot options out there that can help us escape the oversized, ugly appearance of so many snow boots and, yes, Uggs. (I’m sorry. Contrary to popular belief, I think these are far from fashionable and guys agree.) You can find them in all sorts of prices ranges, but I have found tons of adorable options that are all $150 or less.

Trudging around in snow up to your ankles can be a real pain, but there are some darling snow boot options out there. They may not be day-to-night kinda shoes, but at least they’ll keep you warm (and cute) on your way to class.

I found all three of these styles at Target for extremely reasonable prices. Click on the boot for more info.

I love these boots, and at $36.99, how can you say no?

These boots, are a bit pricier ($79.99), but Sorel makes a very sturdy and warm boot, and the houndstooth print is so perfect for this season.

These are a really basic pair, but they’re the perfect price ($34.99), and you can easily tuck skinny jeans into them.

If you’re absolutely hooked on the look and feel of Uggs, but want to go for something a little more sleek and stylish, try one of these options out…

These are available at Payless and are on sale for $26.99!!

I am absolutely DROOOLING over these: they’re waterproof, have microfur lining, and a thermolite footbed, so they’re bound to keep your feet warm while looking incredibly chic at the same time. They also come in 2 colors (cement gray and black) and 2 materials (suede and patent).

These Michael Kors boots are shearling (like Uggs), but have a much sleeker design. Plus, the added shearling details are just super cute over a pair of jeans.

If you’re going for a more rugged look, these two styles should appease you…

These riding boots are adorable and functional. In addition to being super cute, they have rugged soles for good traction and fur lining to insure warmth.

This boot has the look of a motorcycle boot, but it happens to be waterproof so it won’t leak slushy snow onto your socks. It also comes in three colors. The downside is this boot doesn’t have a lining, so be sure to put on a thick pair of warm socks.

And if you need a look that can translate from day-to-night and can be worn into a nice restaurant or bar, check these babies out…

These Michael Kors booties will look adorable under a pair of bootcut jeans, and you’ve got a rubber wedge heel so you get some height, but you’re less likely to fall on your ass in slippery conditions. They come in 4 colors, are shearling lined, and are on sale for a $59.95, SCORE!!

Here is a pair of gorgeous leather knee high boots that also happen to be water proof! Ward off those wintry conditions and still look trendy…who knew it was possible?!?

Try these out for a fun take on the riding boot. Patent leather, waterproof and lined to keep your feet warm, they’ll look fantastic with a cute sweater and a pair of skinny jeans.