I think that alcohol is really revealing. When we’re drunk, we basically become less-inhibited versions of ourselves. We have no filter, so we say all the things we really mean, and do all the things we really want to do. Needless to say, these things can be surprising. They never fail to be entertaining though. Can’t decide if you like someone? I say, go out with them and see if you like them drunk. Mean drunk? Secretly a vicious person inside. Really whiny drunk? Secretly complaining every minute of every day.

Here at College Candy, we think everyone should embrace their drunk selves (read: real selves) for who they really are. So we made this handy infographic for you, about the things that are likely to happen when you’re drunk. Don’t even try to lie to yourself, you know you recognize at least a few of these points.

About a year ago, I had the opportunity to go to this really cool bar in Chicago. It was basically like a modern-day speakeasy. 20′s music. 20′s drinks (no margaritas or cosmopolitans, sorry). No cellphones. No cameras. You couldn’t even talk very loud. They had all these rules that made you feel like you were actually in a speakeasy. The vibe and atmosphere made you feel like you were being a total badass in the 1920′s during prohibition, cause you were still gettin’ your drink on.

The only difference (obviously) is that I went to a “speakeasy” in 2011, and alcohol is legal and loved by all. I’m not a huge partier or drinker by any stretch of the imagination, but I do enjoy to go out with my friends every now and then to have some drinks. I’m in my 20′s and that’s pretty much one of the only things that college kids can–1. afford to do and 2. actually do for fun in a small college town. So if prohibition were to come back in 2012 (dear God, save us all), or if we were all to be transported back to the 1920s in a Delorean, we would all have to come up with some new hobbies to do on a Friday night. So I will now present nine hobbies I would consider taking up just in case alcohol was taken away Prohibition-style, and we were all left in shambles (which usually happens after the consumption of alcohol).

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I decided to go home for Easter weekend because most of my friends at school were dipping out to spend time with their families so I knew it would be a ghost town. My family doesn’t really celebrate Easter, but some of my friends from other schools mentioned they would be home as well. It’s always nice to see old friends. Well I got a text from one that said, “I want to do an adult Easter egg hunt. Somehow also made into a drinking game,” to which I replied, “Jello shots in plastic Easter eggs that we have to find!”

This isn’t the first time I’ve run into a let’s turn a holiday into a drinking game situation. We seem to create drinking games out of everything we can. I once played a Secret Life of the American Teenager drinking game, which didn’t end well for anyone. I love having a good time, and as a senior I seem to have reverted back to my freshman year habits of going out all.the.time and still making it to class. I’m having a lot of fun now because I know it won’t last when I have a real job and am too old to stay up past midnight. Read More »

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It happens to the best of us. That one extra shot at a pre-game or an extra round of flip cup can quickly lead to a night of forgotten mischief and bad decisions. While it’s completely fine to enjoy yourself and have a fun night, it’s also important to watch your back and make sure this one night doesn’t haunt you for the rest of your life (or, at least, the rest of your time at college). You may not be able to remember your night, but try to remember these tips because they’ll save you from (some) embarrassment and keep you safe.

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When the grey clouds start becoming a regular appearance in my weather pattern, I always find it harder to get out of bed, harder to smile and harder to step away from the pint of ice cream and brownie sundae waiting in my freezer. It’s days like these when not even Starbucks can cheer me up. So, because I always think ahead, I bought a day-by-day calendar all about being assertive and basically saying “No, thank you” more (but without the ‘thank you’ part).

And by “assertive,” I mean it’s filled with hysterical quotes about how it’s okay to be super-bitchy, because we all have those day/moments/weeks/lifetimes…when we need to insert an extra NO! into one thing or another. Or because we just need an excuse to make fun of the people still wearing leggings as pants.

So to help you out of this grey funk we all are stuck in, here is a weekly dose of the daily bitch. If this can’t encourage you to get out of bed and  go make fun of someone…I’m not sure what will… Read More »

College moves fast. One second you’re a freshman wandering around the campus with a lanyard and the next second you’re crossing the stage and collecting a diploma. You vaguely remember meeting your best friend when she held your hair back after your first frat party and you kinda remember that all-nighter you pulled to get 3 term papers done in one night. But the rest is a blur of theme parties, walks of shame, and begging your older sister for her fake ID.

Before you know it, you’re out in the real world, working a real job alongside real people, wondering what happened to no-class Friday and $3 pitchers. And trust me, it ain’t fun.

It gets pretty easy to get caught up in it all and forget to be young and crazy. That’s why, with only a little way’s to go until I hit the big 2-5, I’ve put together the ultimate list of everything we, as fun-loving and fearless women, need to accomplish before we turn 25.

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If you think your NYE outfit, alcohol supply and approximate cab fare combine to cost a pretty penny, just be glad you aren’t greeting 2012 from a nightclub in Vegas. It might sound fun at first: there’s a ton of options, the venues are gorgeous, and you can simply walk back to your hotel room whenever you’re ready to change outfits in time for breakfast, right?

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A brunch recap sesh is the perfect only way to end an epic weekend.  It’s absolutely essential to make sure all parties are aware of the ridiculous things that happened Thursday through Sunday. After four years of recapping embarrassing, hilarious and truly epic weekends, I think I’ve nailed down a few key elements to make sure that you experience the ultimate brunch recap session every single Sunday.

1. Location, location, location. I mean, duh. Don’t share your crazy details in the hearing range of professors/exboyfriends/ex-bffs. You don’t want to have to deal with embarrassing apologies and awkward backtracking when you’re already nursing a hangover.

2. Speaking of hangovers… food is a must. Whether it’s an order-in morning, a corner table in the dining hall, or some noble soul who scrounges up the energy (and spare change) to get everyone Starbucks, you need something to curb that hangover. A venti coffee and  scone sound just about perfect. But then again, so does a bacon egg and cheese and quad latte… or maybe a mimosa. The possibilities are endless. Just get some food in that belly!

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As mentioned in previous posts, I love Halloween and everything about it. From being scared straight, to mocking the horrible fake blood in haunted houses, it’s the most magical time of the year. Plus, it’s the one time of year I can watch Halloweentown multiple times a day (which is exactly what I plan on doing today…judgement free zone).

But, because Halloween falls on Monday this year, my usual late night party escapades were moved to this past weekend. Leaving me with a bunch of left over pumpkin beer and candy  for actual Halloween (I know…rough life). And, since I live in the hood I’m refusing to participate in doling out candy, no way am I getting a “poisoned apple” on my favorite day of the year. I really just want to eat all of the left over candy by myself.

In celebration of this horribly haunted night here are my favorite things about Halloween… Read More »