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When I was offered a copy of The Unofficial Mad Men Cookbook, I couldn’t say no. I had watched the show a few times, but was more connected to the style of the characters and the nostalgia of an era (that I admittedly have never experienced) rather than the show itself. This cookbook takes episodes and features recipes based on what the characters ate or did. The attention to detail is kind of amazing.

I was delighted to find that the book had an impressive cocktail section. I didn’t drink much in college, but have recently gotten very interested in making fancy drinks. My favorite so far is the Sidecar, adapted from episode 8 of season 1. It includes cognac, Cointreau, and lemon and orange juice. It’s as strong as it sounds, but strangely appealing.

The only problem with some of the drinks is the recipes sometimes call for specific types of alcohol that I would say most college students would be unable to afford.

The recipes for food are at once familiar and unfamiliar. I recognize a lot of them as adaptations from cookbooks of my great-grandmother’s, but aren’t anything I’ve ever made before. Beef Wellington? Chicken Kiev? Pineapple-Glazed Ham? I guess the alien feeling of the recipes is a benefit; it makes me realize how long ago the 50s and 60s were! The recipe I attempted from this section, Miss Farrell’s Fettuccine Alfredo, was unlike any fettuccine Alfredo I’ve had before. Read More »

So maybe I’ve spent too much time catching up on the season of Mad Men, but I’m currently obsessed with the sixties. Lucky for me, my fav fashion designers are swinging to the same tune, with lots of sixty-inspired pieces flooding down the runway. Perfect for channeling my inner Peggy Olson.

I’m sure, like me, you have no desire to look like an extra on the set of Mad Men. While Banana Republic has introduced an inspired collection to do just that, the price tags associated with it are not meant for college girls on a budget. While you could wait until there’s a good sale at BR, there are lots of 60s-inspired pieces at more reasonable prices.

The Swinging Sixties are a fun decade to draw fashion inspiration from, partially because there were two distinct styles present during the time. Though the time period marks the birth of the mini-skirt, there was also a large focus on lady-like attire, inspired by Jackie O. Some of my favorite sixty-inspired pieces are peter pan collars, shift dresses and swing coats. Read More »

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My mom tells me that my life is a bit too connected to TV. (Her exact words were actually, “You’re pathetic,” but whatever…) And maybe she’s right. I get really stressed out when my DVR is over 45% full, I won’t go anywhere on a Saturday morning until I’ve watched at least 2 episodes of Beverly Hills 90210 on Soap Net and I get really cranky when my favorite shows go on hiatus (I’m looking at you, Glee!).

And when the rumors started circulating that Mad Men may not be coming back to TV because of some stupid arguments about product placement and commercial length? Oh. Em. Gee. I went on a rampage that may or may not have ended with a broken TV remote and an empty half-gallon of cookie dough ice cream. It was bad news.

But then, a ray of sunlight! A beacon of hope! A report from my pop culture experts that the situation has been settled! And another tub of ice cream down the gullet…only this time in celebration!

Someone call A&E. I think I need an intervention.

It’s January, so you know what that means in Hollywood – it’s awards season! Kicking off the big ones is the Golden Globes, airing THIS Sunday, Jan. 16, and I for one cannot WAIT!

The Golden Globes merge television and movie awards and are sure to bring out some truly fabulous celebs. It’s (almost) goes without saying that this is the best awards show out there.  But we all know what’s most important (besides the fashion) and that’s not who’s presenting: it’s who will be taking home the awards. Which movie will be crowned Best Drama or Best Comedy? Which actress impressed everyone the most? Who will make the drunkest acceptance speech?

So, with no further ado, here are my predictions on who will most likely win and who SHOULD win the biggest categories of the night:

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Here’s the deal, people. I love reality TV as much as the next person. I die over the fake words and ridiculous sayings that The Situation or Rachel Zoe come up with every week and immediately go ba-nanas figuring out how I will incorporate said words into my daily vernacular.

But I also love quality TV. You know, something with a plot line. Something with some drama (and I’m not talking about The Situation putting a tampon under Angelina’s pillow type of drama, thankyouverymuch). Something with a hunky male lead who doesn’t rely on a daily routine of GTL to maintain his hunkiness. Actors with actual talent. I’m talking about a show with a certain actor whose daughter once wore a vial of blood around her neck.

I’m talking about Lone Star. Read More »

[When moving into either a dorm or an off-campus apartment, your wardrobe will face two major challenges: 1. A major lack of funding (to add more to it). 2. A major lack of storage space.

For these two reasons alone, maximizing what you do own becomes essential. That's why you need to learn to Shop Your Closet. Each week, I’ll show you how to wear 1 item 3 ways – with the stuff you most likely already own! – to get the most out of your purchases.]

Fashion is all about recycling trends (which is why I kick myself when I think about all those leggings I got rid of in the ’90s ). One decade that made a strong reappearance during the Fall/Winter 2010 runway shows was the 1950s.  With the overwhelming popularity of Man Med, this really comes as no surprise; I mean, Banana Republic has a line to accompany the show! The re-emergence of the ’50s style means it’s time to break out the full skirt! But rather than looking like you’re an extra on Mad Men or a month early for Halloween, it’s important to know how to wear it right. Read More »

This post is courtesy of our fashionable friends at CollegeFashion.net. Have you checked them out yet?

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 »