If you've ever audited Fashion 101 (and by that I mean....cracked open an issue of InStyle), you will know that there are a few cardinal rules of flattering fashion. Among them: Black is always slimming, A-lines look good on virtually everyone and nude heels make your legs look better than ever.
I don't know about you, but I am not about to spend $200 on a bathing suit.
The Pulitzer/Panky union is just sort of perfect for the girl who can get straight A's and chug straight vodka.
Shorts, pants, skirts, bikini bottoms. What do they all have in common? The all are (usually) more flattering when you make them high-waisted.
Sun-kissed skin looks fabulous on its own - but when you're tanned and glowing, you can get away with something a little bit bolder on the face.
Because kimonos can take even the most basic look from dull to awesome. They can be dressed up or down. They make great cover ups. And my favorite reason: They're super flattering on pretty much anyone.
Just in case you've been living under a rock (or just don't have an Instagram account), let's talk about what an 'arm party' is. It's essentially the trend of wearing tons and tons of bracelets on one hand.
The LBD is obviously a wardrobe staple but in my mind the LWD - or the little white dress - is also on the list of items we should all own. It's just the perfect, easy thing to throw on during the summer.
You can get a similar look without jetting off the Europe or hiring a pro - this would be a great look to take for a spin for a friend's wedding or a night out at a club. You could even make a few tweaks and rock it out for a date.
If your complexion is a bit duller than you'd like, try drinking more water. But also, try using one of LUSH's Fresh Face Masks because they are fabulous.
If you know me at all you know that I've developed a strange new fixation with white tee shirts. I mean, they have infinite possibilities - if you get the the right one.
Give this tutorial a spin next time you're heading out for the night...and don't forget to tweet us a photo of your look @CollegeCandy.
You will always look different during warmer months than you will when its cold. Weather has an especially powerful effect on your hair and skin.
About two and a half years ago, I did something that, in retrospect, was fairly gutsy. I moved to Chicago - a city where I had no friends or contacts - at the age of 23.
Pop quiz: What's more important - getting super tan this summer or staying wrinkle-free and gorgeous well into your fifties?