How to…Jump Start a Car

As you may have noticed, a lot of my posts focus on beauty and fashion as opposed to real life situations. However, part of being a well-informed college girl is being able to survive in...

Why You Should Wash Your Face Every Night

Imagine this scenario: It’s 3 am, you’ve just cabbed home with your girlfriends to your place after a night of drinks and dancing, you’re a little tipsy, and all-laughed-out, with just enough energy to pull...
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How to…Tie a Tie

Yes, this is a blog for college girls, but you might have already experienced a time or two when knowing this simple staple would come in handy. It takes a little practice, but once you...
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How To…Make the Perfect Cosmopolitan

Mmm, cosmos. Makes you think of your girls, Sex and the City, and, well, Cosmo magazine! This little treat is fun to order on a night out, but you can easily whip a batch on...
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Bumpits Alternative

There are mixed reviews on Bumpits. Some swear by them as an essential beauty tool, some think the idea is nice but they don’t deliver, while others wonder “why the hell anyone would do that...
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Just for Fun Fridays: How to Sing “Don’t Stop Believing”

Introducing “just for fun Fridays”! Every Friday I’ll do a post that’s not necessarily life saving information, but it’s definitely fun and college-oriented. This week I’m tackling what has become the quintessential college-drunk-screaming-singing ballad: Don’t...
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How to…Clean a Toilet

Okay, this isn’t the most fun topic to talk about, but if you’re going to be moving into your first apartment or house rental, you’re going to need to bring a few skills along. This...
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How to…Look Hot When It’s Cold

If you live in a cold climate, or–worse–you just started going to college in a cold climate, one of the many battles is figuring out how to stay stylish and warm. You don’t want to...
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How Many Calories in Pizza (and other “college foods”)

We’ve all heard the hype about the dreaded “freshmen 15”, but if you’ve already made it passed that hurdle it can be difficult wading through the temptation of typical college fare. Knowing exactly what it...
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How To…Curl Your Hair With A Hair Straightener

Ever get caught at a friend’s house or your boyfriend’s place with just your straightener, but you really want a wavy or curly look? Don’t worry, with a little practice, your straightener can be transformed...
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How to…Remove Excess Makeup

Too much blush? Eyeshadow? Lipstick? There’s nothing worse than having too much makeup and not enough time to wash your face and completely start over. Don’t worry, with these tips you’ll be able to remedy...