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4 Ways to Chill Out

The beginning of a school year can be very stressful. Trying to figure out a routine that let’s you balance school work, part time jobs, working out, and a social life can leave you feeling...
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How to…Wear Fall 2010 Fashion Trends

Fall 2010 fashion is all over the charts – understated to maximalist, menswear to ultra feminine.  This makes for interesting fashion weeks! The best part about this variety is that a wide range...
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How To…Make a Versatile Skirt

Skirts and dresses are still hot for fall, and what could be better than a cute new skirt that you crafted yourself? This project is perfect for first-timers, it’s straight forward and pretty forgiving for...
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3 More Fall Fashion Trends

Fall is here and it’s time to update your wardrobe! If you’ve already checked out of fall fashion trends, and are desperate for even more stylish looks, here are three more trends to satisfy your...
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3 Ways to Save Money on Your Hair

As college girls, we have enough expenses to deal with, without having to also budget for hair care. If you’re looking for ways to save money, without sacrificing great hair, here are 3 ways to...
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Sore Throat Remedy

In case you were wondering about the sporadic posting as of late, I thought I’d let everyone know that I’ve been blessed with a lovely bout of end-of-summer cold. This consists of, but is not...
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How to Cook: Fresh Lemonade

Working at a lemonade stand all summer has taught me one thing: lemonade is not only better when it’s freshly made, it is so worth the small effort it takes to make it! Squeeze the...
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5 Reasons School is Better Than Summer

What a crazy concept! School, let alone anything, being better than..su-su-summer?! Well, we’ve got to look on the positive side of things, because whether we like it or not, summer is winding to an end,...
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Theme Party: Jersey Shore

Nothing says college like a good theme party, so I’m going to start featuring posts on some fun theme party ideas. Submit your own and let’s get the party started! Today: Jersey Shore! Food: Chips...
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3 Ways to Wear: White Tights

Gorgeous, creamy, preppy, winter white tights adorned the runways everywhere for this fall. But it’s not as simple as snapping up a pair of opaque white hosiery from Nordstroms and running home, pairing this accessory...
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Three End-of-Summer Chick Flicks

Summer is winding down and the weather is getting a little more spotty. If you’re stuck with a cool or rainy evening or afternoon, why not take in a great end-of-summer movie? Go online and...
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Quick & Easy Split End Treatment

I’ve been trying to grow out my hair for the last year or so. My strategy for doing this was to be gentle with my hair, avoiding hot tools whenever possible and always using heat-protectant...
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How to… Beat a Craving

 We’ve all been there. Whether it’s that time of the month or just a well-produced magazine ad that does you in, every now and then a college girl is faced with a craving for a...
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Back to School: DIY Memo Board

I love a good DIY project, but I hate when they require obscure materials or special skills like sewing or drilling. Easy and cute is the name of the game, and this project is no...
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Back to School: Prep Your Car

Going back to school may mean a long drive for many college girls. Before you set out on the highway, be sure to do these simple tune-ups to make sure your car is in peak...
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Back to School: Fall Fashion Trends

The best part (or, arguably, the only good part) about going back to school is fall fashion! Even as a kid I remember looking forward to the back-to-school shopping and carefully calculating my...
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Back to School: Easy Morning Beauty Shortcuts

During the lazy days of summer, we often have the luxury of sleeping in until noon, lounging around all day barefaced, and then spending as much time as we like getting dolled up for night out...
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Back to School: Getting & Staying Organized

Part of having your B.Y.E. (best year ever) includes getting killer grades, while still having fun, and making time for all the extracurriculars you have your heart set on. This will only be possible with...