Along with bold, bright bags and loose-fitting tops, tribal-themed accessories and clothing, particularly Aztec-inspired items, are going to be everywhere this spring. Personally, I’m a big fan of this trend in jewelry – the bright colors and interesting patterns and shapes create bold statement pieces that are as fun to wear as they are to look at.

These styles look particularly great with the bright hues and breezy shapes of summer clothing, but you might want to think about starting to incorporate some pieces now. Many stores are already carrying great tribal-themed jewelry, and it’s just the pick-me-up our wardrobes need as we suffer through another 6 weeks of the dull grays and blacks of winter-wear. Even more, you can get a lot of it for less than $20, like all the pieces shown here!

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[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), and 2. A major lack of storage space (for all the crap you've got). For these two reasons, maximizing what you already 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.]

I’m a huge fan of dresses. They’re feminine, comfortable and instantly make you dressed up, even if you just rolled out of bed. But despite my dress devotion, the colder it gets outside, the less inclined I am to actually wear one. Or at least, that’s how it used to be. Since I learned the art of layering, suddenly almost everything (chunky sweaters are the exception – there’s no way those can be worn in the middle of summer) in my wardrobe can be worn through all four seasons.

Especially the strapless dress.

It’s one of the easiest, most versatile dress styles to layer. Because you don’t have to worry about the awkward layering of different necklines, it’s easy to toss a shirt underneath. And like every other dress in your closet, throwing a cardigan or blazer over top is quick and chic. The other thing I like is that a lot of strapless dresses have more structure to them (in order to hold them up!) which means you can still show off your figure despite being completely covered up and cozy.

Outfit 1:

Dress, Long Sleeve, Scarf, Textured Tights, Boots.

This look is pretty basic, but still way cuter than your traditional jeans and tee. Put on a long sleeve tee and tights (you could also wear a thicker legging) underneath your dress to winterize the look. Then put on your everyday boots (if it’s really cold, add a pair of knee-high socks; they can either peek out of your boots or not). Top with a bright scarf for a pop of color. Instantly chic and easily adjusted depending on the temperature outside. Added bonus of this look – since you have a long sleeve tee on, no need for a strapless bra!

Outfit 2:

Dress, Blazer, Necklace, Tights, Heels.

For a night on the town, rock out your wildest pair of tights. With a basic strapless dress, anything goes when it comes to legwear – leopard print, fishnets, bright purple. Add a pair of gorgeous heels, and a blazer to keep you warm when you’re not dancing up a storm. The final touch is a piece of statement jewelry. I chose to add a great necklace based on the cut of the dress, but you could easily add bangles or a statement ring if that’s more your style.

Outfit 3:

Dress, Cardigan, Belt, Tights, Boots, Necklace.

Belted cardigans over dresses are a favorite look of mine. Toss on a thick open cardigan over your dress, and cinch it together with a skinny belt. I put some subtle leopard tights with this look, as only your knees will be shown between your dress and boots, but you could just as easily wear a solid colored tight with this. Your go-to boots and a necklace complete this everyday, perfect for class look.

Find out other ways to re-work what you’ve already got stuffed in that closet of yours.

Forget wearing your heart on your sleeve – why not wear your vulva around your neck?

Yes, one “artist” is now making that possible by taking an exact replica of your lady parts and turning them into one of these beauties. No need to skimp on the underwear anymore, ladies. Now you need only slip one of these over your head to flash everyone your Britney.

Gag.

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Most guys we know stay up late dreaming of the day they might end up in a giant orgy with beautiful women. We, however, lie awake at night dreaming of a closet full of beautiful clothes. To the left, a wall of shoes. To the right, shelf upon shelf of delicately handcrafted bags organized by color and size.

Sigh.
We all have our fantasies.

Since guys can turn to the interwebs to get their daily fantasy fix, we thought you should, too! So, we’re bringing you some fashion porn. The best of the best in all things fashionable. Sure, it may be out of your price range, but it’s a fantasy, so live it up in all its delicious glory.

The perfect accessories can entirely make an outfit.  They can spice up a basic t-shirt and jean combo, or put the finishing touch on your hot going-out dress.  One of the most basic ways to accessorize an outfit (even that stuff that’s already in your closet!) is with a necklace.  A quirky necklace, worn with the simplest of outfits can be a conversation starter; a more glamorous necklace, can work to complete an otherwise unfinished look.

There are a bazillion options out there for necklaces, no matter how much moolah you have to shell out.  You could splurge and find the perfect signature piece to wear everyday, buy multiples to go with your multitude of outfits, or find that unique, one-of-a-kind necklace from Etsy.  Whatever you choose to do, there is a necklace (or many!) out there for everyone.

Last week I showed you how to work a sundress and this week I’m going to dazzle you with fun new ways to wear all those necklaces you have hanging around (or, more likely, knotted together in a clump on your desk).

Long necklaces, like these from J. Crew, can add glamour to any basic look: a cardigan and tank, a dress, even a pantsuit (if, you know, you’re going for the Hilary Clinton look…)! But there are several other uses for long necklaces, as well. You just have to think outside the box a little bit.

1. Wrapped around a scarf.
To get this look, take a long, cotton scarf and fold it into a triangle. Next, roll the scarf so that it becomes one long, thin rope. Take your sparkly necklace and wind it around the scarf. Tie the ends of the scarf together and secure the necklace clasp as well.

This orange necklace/scarf was featured in Squidoo.com, but is no longer available. Make your own with a black knit scarf from Gap ($19.50) and long faux pearl necklace from Forever 21 ($5.80).

2. In your hair.
For occasions that call for a glitzy headband, use a necklace instead! Tie hair into a loose bun, then wrap a long necklace around once or twice, depending on the length. Secure underneath the bun with bobby pins (and anywhere else needed). Here are some necklaces that would look ultrachic as headbands:

Left: $39.40 at White House Black Market; center: $8.80 at Forever 21; right: $40 at Betsey Johnson.

3. As a bracelet.
This is probably the easiest thing to do with a necklace – just wrap it around your wrist as many times as you can. If it’s a little loose, secure it at the bottom with  a safety pin. In the photo below from Just Jared, Kate Bosworth wears a David Yurman necklace as a bracelet. For cheaper options, check out Arden B (left, $28) or Forever 21 (right, $10.80).

There are a ton of other creative things you can do with necklaces, too. Attach a chain to leather boots or a handbag. Use one to cinch the waist of your favorite dress. The possibilities are endless!

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One of the hottest trends right now? Delicate chains with disc pendants. Ashlee Simpson, Nicole Richie and so many more gals have been spotted wearing them. So of course we need to get in on the trend! We’ve found tons of chic, affordable options so we — and, of course, you! — can be right on point.

GK Designs Dream Hammered Disc Necklace

Keep your eyes on your goals when you wear this necklace, which has a single word — “dream” — engraved in gorgeous hammered gold.

$63 at bloomingdales.com

Paige Sargisson Amalia Daisy Pendant Necklace

10k gold lays the stage for this beautiful pendant, crafted with an intricate daisy design that will make you feel like you’re running through fields of flowers.

$198.75 at blueluxe.com

Double Astrological Small Necklace

“Hey baby, what’s your sign?” The answer to this lame pickup line will become so much easier when you’re wearing it around your neck! We can’t wait to sling our sign — Aquarius, natch — around ours.

$42 at couturecandy.com

Sonya Renee Mini Stamped Vermeil Disc Necklace

Not only is the gleaming pendant absolutely gorgeous when hanging from a ring-linked chain, but it comes engraved with the initial of your choice. How can you beat that?

$64 at maxandchloe.com

See more at Style Bakery.

Scarlett Johansson has a new look.

Looks like Michael Lohan might finally shut up.

Perfume and Jewelry in one? I want it.

Kelly and Donna reunite are back at West Beverly!

Emma Watson finds the concept of sexy embarrassing and confusing.

Did you know you could rent textbooks for a semester?

Girl Fight! Hilary Duff vs. Fey Dunaway

Did they say poo power?

Volcano eruption caught on webcam.

Finally, somone answered the eternal question: What is the least amount of exercise i can get away with and still stay healthy?

Awards season is in full swing, which has got me drooling over all those leading ladies’ gorgeous gowns and dresses. Of course, I don’t have a few thousand spare bucks lying around to buy their specific pieces, but for a mere fraction of the price I, too, can look stunning and glamorous for that upcoming Oscar party, hot Valentine’s date, or ladies’ night out. I found this entire ensemble at Forever 21 for under $75.

You gotta start with a lovely dress, and while basic black is always a great option, picking an eye-popping color is also a great way to stand out. Dark blue and violet hues work wonderfully because they ad some pop, but they still have the slimming effect of black.

Basic black pumps are the way to go if you’re looking for glamour, and I love the old Hollywood look of these faux suede heels.

Now you just gotta properly accessorize and you’re good to go. You don’t want to overdo it and take away from the simple and sexy appeal of the dress, so a little vintage-inspired jewelry and a clutch are the perfect options.

This bag is great because you can always tuck the strap inside, or put it over your shoulder if you don’t want to be holding a clutch while you boogy; the necklace adds just enough punch without being overbearing; and what’s more glam than an old-style cocktail ring?

Now do your hair up all purty, put on some sultry make-up (smokey eyes or red lips would be great with this look) and go out and strut your stuff on your very own personal red carpet.

The holidays are upon us, and you know what that means — it’s time to give and to get! Okay, they’re about more than that, but who doesn’t want the latest and greatest clothing and accessories? That’s what we thought. Read on to discover this week’s edition of The Best Holiday Gifts, featuring fabulous jewelry!

One Pearl Pink Potato Pearl Strand

Forget your grandma’s pearls — this necklace is so the way of the future. Tiny mismatched pink pearls are accented by a single oversized grey pearl in a strand so long, you can wrap it three times for added glamour!

$75 at onepearl.com

Rachel Leigh Gumball Ring in Plum

This handmade ring is sure to garner tons of attention when it sits atop your index finger — yes, your index finger, not your ring one! But be careful not to chew on this gumball, we wouldn’t want you to chip your teeth!

$68 at rachelleigh.com

Natha Perkins Copper Nests Earrings

We haven’t seen a pair of earrings this inventive in quite some time. Intricately wound bands of copper wire surround faceted crystal studs, forming a sort of target silhouette that just looks gorgeous dangling from the ear.

$80 at nathaperkins.com

mark Make Change Convertible Earrings

Want to feel like a fashion designer? Then these are totally the right pair of earrings for you. The hoop contains an oversized teardrop-shaped silhouette and a faceted jewel hanging from a long chain, each of which can be worn together or separately. You can make them a style all your own!

$12 at meetmark.com

Prismera Design Yucca Hoop Necklace

The yucca is probably one of the most intriguing in the floral family, with its ability to lift its face to the moon at night and emit a heady fragrance. So it only stands to reason that this delicate necklace is unbelievably beautiful.

$64 at prismeradesign.com

Bellissima Jewelry Design Seaside Earrings

Aqua chalcedony drops dangle in between myriad ring-linked gold chains, creating a silhouette that’s somehow both sweet and sophisticated all at once.

$62 at bellissimajewelrydesign.com

Betty Belts Chelsea Necklace

This necklace is totally vintage-y, with an intricately cut red heart hanging from a cool leather cord. We totally wish we could go back to the 60s with it — but we’ll settle for right here, right now.

$24 at bettybelts.com

“Is that your phone?”

“Yeah.”

“You have a pink phone?”

“Mmhm.”

“Is it, like, your girlfriend’s phone?”"

“Nope.”

“Seriously?”

“Yup.”

Found in a dining hall, on a piece of paper shoved into a napkin dispenser:

“Students! Rise up! Class riot today, 3:00 in the courtyard. Refreshments will be served.”

Two in the morning – a pair of legs is poking out of a broken window. Two guys in striped hipster hoodies are standing nearby, craning their necks to look in.

“No, no,” say the legs. “This isn’t going to work. I’ll still be locked out, I’ll just be locked out inside.”

Ten or so sweaty people in t-shirts and tank tops are clustered around a cooler. One guy lifts the top off the cooler and dumps some colored powder in.

“What was that?” asks one, confused.

“Nothing,” says the dumper. “Just drink the Kool-aid.”

There’s a commotion outside, in the hallway. I poke my head out. A man is sprinting down the hallway with his sweater unzipped, a rhinestone necklace bouncing on his exposed chest hair, and his mouth wrapped tightly around a beer bottle.

Men sit around a crowded table, eating lunch. One of them reaches for a newspaper.

“Dude,” asks the guy next to him. “Why you frontin’ like you can read?”

Nobody laughs.

On my way to work, feeling dejected. I am stopped by a man.

“Excuse me, sir, do you have the time?”

“Uh, um,” I stutter, looking for my cell phone.

“You see,” he says, smiling conspiratorily, “My watch stopped.”

He rolls up his sleeve, and there’s a watch tattooed on his wrist. I grin.

“Thanks for the smile,” he says, and leaves.

Two polo-shirted bros are eating together.

“Wait, dude, hold up. You got an eyelash.”

He leans forward and plucks something from the other’s face. He holds it up.

“Hey,” he says. “Make a wish.”

[photo from www.roadfood.com]