There will come a day when we Millenials have to answer a lot of tough questions for our children. No, not the "where do babies come from?" ones, but the "what is a selfie?" and "who is Kim Kardashian and why is she in my history book?" ones.

We remember the days when our parents used to tell us the tales of their bell-bottoms and the exact day they nailed every move of The Hustle, but before we know it, 25 years will have come and gone and we are going to owe our kids a whole lot of explanations for the ridiculous things we do and love now. 

1. Our super classy and appropriate dance moves

“No, I swear the Wop was a real dance! It was a lot more complicated than it looks. Want me to show you how I used to do it?”

2. Ombre Hair

“No, honey, my roots weren’t grown out. It was just the style, you know, like dark at the top, light at the bottom.”

3. Leggings and UGGs

“I mean, they weren’t technically pants… but if you just tucked them into your UGGs and wore a big sweater, you could barely tell.”

4. Reality TV

“They would take eight people, stick them in a house, pay for all of their alcohol and put cameras in the corners to see what happened next.”

5. Our deep, sentimental music

*2 Chainz comes on radio*“Oh, honey, this was my jam when I was your age! An oldie but goodie! In fact, it was almost my wedding song…”

6. Selfies

“Our cameras even had these settings where you could flip the screen so you could see what your picture would look like before you took it!”

7. Vampire romances

“One day, they just ran out of ideas. Then this thing Twilight happened."

8. Instagram

“No, first you took the picture and picked the filter, then you ate the food. Get it now?”

9. The duck face

“If you were really serious, you would throw up a peace sign, too.”

10. Hashtags

“You see, way back even before I was a kid, the pound sign was something we used on a phone. Then it became so, so much more.”

11. The sloth/cat/corgi epidemic

“And then we would spend hours watching these things called YouTube videos of them doing things like dancing and riding scooters. It was so funny.”

12. Tweeting

“Honey… explaining your entire day in 140 characters isn’t as easy as it sounds.”

13. YOLO, FOMO, swag, ratchet, SMH, cray, crunk, and other lingo

“When I was in college, everyone used to go get crunk at the bar and it was always so cray - some girls would get pretty ratchet. Sometimes I would think about not going, but then I knew I would have serious FOMO. That’s when I would just say YOLO and go. Luckily I did, because that’s when I met your dad. Let me tell you, he had so much swag.”

14. Fifty Shades of Grey

“No, it wasn’t porn, it was fine literature!”

15. Everything about the Kardashians

“Well, there was this guy named Ray J…”

College relationships are complicated. No one knows what he or she is doing, everyone hooks up with everyone and a lot of the time you have absolutely no idea where you stand with a “romantic” partner. Arguably the most complicated of all, however, are hookups.

At the time of getting into a no-strings attached relationship, you probably thought that the idea sounded fun and easy. Once you realize that your life has not become a romantic comedy, though, you might change your mind. Since you’re not actually dating the person, it’s way scarier to say how you feel and thereby get what you want out of the relationship. Even asking when the last time the sheets were washed – something you seriously want to know – can seem intimidating. Here are a few things we want to have the courage to say – and should!

1. “Let’s define the relationship”

Before you get into any type of romantic or sexual relationship, it’s always important that both people know exactly what the terms are. If you’re thinking, “Well, duh,” you might be surprised to find out that experts say we are actually terrible at doing this.

Dr. Lisa Wade, associate professor and chair of the sociology department at Occidental College, says that college students in hookups are typically afraid to ask the other person to sit down with them and have “DTR” conversation. “When people are scared, they just don’t define the situation, which makes it really hard to redefine the situation if you ever want to,” Dr. Wade says. “There should always be an open door to talk about what the relationship is.”

As Dr. Wade explains, not defining the relationship can cause awkward issues later on. Mary Claire*, a junior at the University of Georgia, ran into trouble with her hookup buddy after the guy she thought was just a hookup asked her to meet his mom and dad while they were in town for Parents’ Weekend. “It was really awkward,” she says. “We had hooked up four or five times, and he had never shown any signs of liking me [romantically]. He asked me to come to brunch with his parents and I was so shocked, I didn’t even know what to say. I told him no, and then we stopped hooking up.”

Lesson learned: Sit down and have the talk. You’ll both feel more comfortable knowing the terms and it will be a lot easier to change them later on if need be.

2. “I want something more meaningful”

It’s common knowledge that if we’re not somewhat careful about the people we hook up with, we run the risk of hurting our self-esteem. Despite our best attempts at keeping emotions out of the way, the fact is that sex is intimate, and it can be harder than we think to not get attached.

Maybe you originally thought you wanted a carefree, no-strings-attached relationship. If or when that changes, though, you should to tell him or her you’re no longer getting what you want. Dr. Carole Lieberman, a Beverly Hills psychiatrist and author of Bad Girls: Why Men Love Them & How Good Girls Can Learn Their Secrets, encourages women to be honest with their sexual partner about why they want to move on.

“You should be able to tell your hookup buddy, ‘Hey, this arrangement has been great, but now I’m feeling a little empty after each time we have sex and I want something more meaningful with someone,’” Dr. Lieberman says. Opening up about your feelings may seem scary, but the only way to open yourself up to other potential romances is to end the relationship you’re currently unsatisfied in. 

3. “Ask me what I like in bed”

While experts agree that friends with benefits are bad at communicating with each other about practically everything, there’s one topic that couples in all kinds of relationships tend to avoid. Ironically, it’s the one that we should probably talk the most about: pleasure.

According to Dr. Wade, hookup buddies are shy about telling their partners want they want in bed. She says that this is partially due to women wanting to seem laid-back, and we agree with her when she says that it’s a major problem. “Everybody’s trying to seem like they don’t really care,” she explains, “because that’s how [we’ve learned that] you don’t seem desperate; it leads to a downward spiral where nobody wins.”

Imagine what it would be like if we all stopped playing this repetitive game: Instead of pretending like you like when he kisses your ear or when she rubs her foot against yours, tell your hookup buddy what you’d rather him or her do. Find out what your cutie likes and clue him or her into what you want. It’ll open a whole new world of pleasure.

4. “Can I keep stuff at your place?”

No, you’re not dating. Yes, you would still like to not have to transport a bag of necessities every time you’re at your hookup’s place. If you’re regularly hooking up – and especially if you’re sleeping over – you have a right to ask to keep a few things around. You don’t have to have an entire drawer to yourself, but a few pairs of underwear and a toothbrush would definitely be nice.

Kristen*, a junior at The University of Texas, never left anything at her last hookup buddy’s place because neither of them talked about it. “I wish he had offered to let me leave a toothbrush and makeup remover over there,” she says. “I would have to wake up and sneak into his bathroom in the middle of the night to brush my teeth with my finger.”

No one wants to brush her teeth with her finger at 2 a.m. Just ask for a little space – and, if you’re the host, be willing to offer up some room as well.

5. “I’m falling for you”

This one is a kicker, and according to Dr. Lieberman, it’s all too common. That isn’t exactly rocket science; after all, in the movies, the couple always ends up together. While you definitely shouldn’t get into this kind of relationship with the intention of one day becoming a couple, it tends to happen accidentally with at least one person.

Unfortunately for those of us who like to sweep things under the rug, Dr. Lieberman says that the worst thing you can do is ignore it – even if it would make your life easier. “You don’t want to ignore signs of a growing attraction because you just want to keep it at the friends-with-benefits level,” she advises.

Out of all the things we wish we could say, this one is probably the scariest. You don’t want to come on too strong and make your partner feel pressured, but a little bit of opening up about how you think you might be into something more romantic could put you two on a path to becoming a couple. Who knows? Maybe he or she will feel the same way.

6. “I deserve to be respected”

The funny thing about this one is that it should be completely obvious. Everyone deserves to be respected, whether you’re in a committed relationship or just having sex for fun. The worst betrayal of a hookup buddy would be to look at the relationship – and you– in a degrading way.

Guys talk. Girls talk. Most likely, your relationship will not be a secret. Even more likely, it will draw a lot of questions from your social circles. The only thing that matters is that both you and your partner feel respected in whatever agreement you have worked out, our experts agree. If you know your cutie isn’t trash-talking you to other people, you’ll feel a lot more confident about what you two have.

7. “I met someone else… and I actually want to date them”

If your friend were to tell you she’s stressed about choosing between two guys, you might want to slap her in the face. However, being stuck in the middle of two love interests is actually a seriously stressful situation – especially if one of them is your current hookup buddy. Part of you may be saying to stick to the easy, emotionless sex. The other part of you, however, might want someone to cuddle with the next morning.

Deciding between the two of them is a personal choice, but experts say you should make up your mind sooner rather than later. In this situation, honesty is the best policy – and Dr. Lieberman says you definitely need to clue your hookup buddy in on what’s going on. She claims that women should be able to say without fear, “I’ve met someone who I’m attracted to, and he or she asked me out. I want to be honest with you about it.”

Being so upfront could be a little awkward, but it’s much better than your partner finding out from someone other than you.

Since there’s still no way to read minds, the only way for your partner to know any of this stuff is if you actually tell him or her (Dun dun duuuuun). If you’re thinking there’s no way you could ever be this honest, Dr. Lieberman assures you you’re not alone. “Hookup buddies avoid having conversations about how they really feel toward each other, what they really want from the arrangement and similar topics that get more awkward as the arrangement goes on,” she says.

Simply put, if you can deal with the little bit of awkwardness that it might take to get yourself to be honest, you’ll probably be happier in the long run. Remember: Your hookup is lucky to be with you. Don’t let him or her forget it!

*Names have been changed to protect identities.

Remember when we used to come home from school, grab a snack and plant ourselves in front of the TV for hours? Those were the days. Not only did we have basically no responsibilities whatsoever, but we also had the absolute best selection of shows to pick from. Whether it was teen dramas, Disney and Nickelodeon sitcoms or rich-girl reality TV, whatever happened to be playing was perfectly fine with us. Here are our picks for our most missed shows from the 2000s.

1. One Tree Hill

We rarely saw a parent or a sheet of homework on screen, but that still doesn't stop us from loving our favorite small-town high schoolers.

2. Gilmore Girls

Lorelai Gilmore, summing up seven years of perfection for us.

3. Lizzie McGuire

Have we ever related to anyone more in our lives? (Oh, and she DEFINITELY made us want a cartoon version of ourselves.)

4. What I Like About You

And the award for best natural comedic timing EVER goes to: Amanda Bynes.

5. Lost

Is anyone remotely concerned that we spent six years watching a group of people unsuccessfully try to get off an island?

6. Zoey 101

Admit it: You googled PCA to see how you could attend, too.

7. The Hills

Probably the most scripted "reality" show to ever air on TV, but we all still believed it was improvised.

8. Malcolm in the Middle

...Back when we all had crushes on Frankie Muniz.

9. Freaks and Geeks

Adolescent Jason Segel, Linda Cardellini, James Franco AND Seth Rogen. This is a cancellation that will never be forgiven.

10. The Simple Life

The BFFs you loved to hate and hated to love.

11. Drake & Josh

*Something bad happens*

"...MEGAN."

12. My Super Sweet 16

For some reason, watching the brattiest kids in America get all of their dreams come true was so exciting.

13. The O.C.

The modern-day soap opera that made us cry more times than there are episodes.

14. Veronica Mars

Only Veronica could have time to make friends, be in extracurriculars, have a love life AND fight neighborhood crime in time to finish her homework.

15. Unfabulous

Vintage Emma Roberts understood our angst... and our struggles with braces. #neverforget

16. Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide

The only way we made it through middle school.

17. 8 Simple Rules

A.K.A., the most relatable family in sitcom history.

We love our parents, but sometimes the things they do make us want to crawl into the nearest hole and hide. Here are the 13 most embarrassing things that our parents are all guilty of doing! 

1. Commenting on your Facebook photos - or, even worse, your friends' Facebook photos.

2. Yelling at you in front of your friends.

3. Posting photos online of you in your awkward stage.

4. Trying to be funny.

5. Telling embarrassing stories from your childhood at family reunions.

6. Singing and/or dancing in public.

7. Asking about your love life.

8. Then, trying to set you up with someone.

9. Posting selfies online.

10. Trying to be the "cool parents." 

11. Meeting your SO for the first time and asking a million questions.

12. Being affectionate in public.

13. Using text slang.

When we talk about the one percent, twentysomethings in entry-level jobs are probably the last thing that come to mind. But media company Fusion wanted to take a look at how millennials' incomes compared to one another—and gave us a way to see if we fall in the one percent when it comes to people our age.

Meet the Wealth Gap Calculator, which is based on income data from the Current Population Survey’s March 2014 supplement for all 18- to 34-year-olds in the United States, to show that income inequality exists at every age.

So what does it take to rank amongst the riches millennials? Roughly $129,000 a year. If your jaw just dropped, don’t worry, you’re not alone. Only 720,000 young adults can relate to that yearly income. They earn about double the combined income of the bottom 20 percent, which includes roughly 14 million millennials. However, if you make $60,000 a year, you’re in the top 10 percent.

Who makes up the richest one percent of millennials? Mostly white males. Just 28 percent are women, while 9 percent are Black and 7 percent are Hispanic.

On the opposite end of the spectrum, about 28 million millennials take home less than $10,000 a year and are not enrolled in school.

So where do you fall? Enter your income in the calculator to find out!

Did you ace a challening class? Land a killer internship? Finally master that cat eye from the Lauren Conrad Youtube tutorial? You deserve some serious celebration! That's why we're giving away two Summer Survival Kits filled with everything you could need to #CelebrateYourself this summer! 

From the bestselling Rich Bitch by Nicole Lapin, filled with awesome tips for become financially savvy, to Chipotle BOGO cards (#nomnomnom), to exclusive style tips from boohoo's latest WeAreUSA campaign, to free online workouts with Crunch Gym, this kit will get you in that summer spirit! 

The best part? We're giving away 2 FREE kits! Enter below to win. Happy Celebrating! 

Springtime means warmer temperatures, but everyone knows that the sunny days come gradually. Picking an outfit in the mornings can be a huge frustration. It's still pretty chilly out in the morning when you leave for class, but by the time 3 p.m. rolls around, it can be scorching hot, so how are you supposed to pick an outfit that doesn't leave you either freezing or sweating it out? Well, here are some cute options that should strike a balance between keeping warm and embracing spring!

1. Crop top and loose cardigan

 

Chicnova Fashion long sleeve cardigan
chicnova.com
 

 

Topshop top
$18 - topshop.com
 

 

Abercrombie & Fitch shorts
abercrombie.com
 

 

Cheap Monday slip on sneaker
shopbop.com
 

 

On a day that's going to be pretty warm to begin with, break out those shorts! But to keep a bit warm on the morning walk to class, throw on an oversized cardigan. We love this textured sweater—it's cozy, preppy and the perfect item to tie around your waist if you want to shed the extra layer by mid-day!

2. Shirttail skirt and booties 

 

Boohoo light weight sweater
boohoo.com
 

 

Madewell silk mini skirt
madewell.com
 

 

Chelsea Crew wood boots
modcloth.com
 

 

Moda Luxe multi colored handbag
zulily.com
 

 

Stella Dot vintage necklace
stelladot.com
 

 

As spring progresses, it becomes time to start phasing out your thick sweaters, but keep the lightweight ones around! For a polished look, throw on a knit sweater and tuck it into a silky skirt like this one from Madewell. Pair it with a low stacked heel bootie and add a pop of color whether it be through a purse or statement necklace.

3. Chinos and chunky knit

 

MANGO cotton sweater
$51 - johnlewis.com
 

 

RVCA woven pants
rvca.com
 

 

Soludos retro shoes
nordstrom.com
 

 

21 MENS Faux Leather Tote Bag
forever21.com
 

 

Mystic Opal Amulet
baublebar.com
 

 

Make chinos your newest spring staple! They're comfy and lightweight and are always bound to make you look effortlessly chic. We paired them with these adorable Soludos espadrilles and this cotton knit, which all make for a laidback shopping outfit for the weekend.

4. Floral dress and draped cardigan

 

White dress
walktrendy.com
 

 

Uniqlo blue cardigan
$36 - uniqlo.com
 

 

Dolce Vita high heel boots
shopbop.com
 

 

If there's one thing that defines timeless spring fashion, it's anything floral! The pattern on this shift dress is just adorable. It embraces spring colors, but isn't too much. The navy cardigan is a nice contrast to the dress and will keep your arms warm, too.

5. Moto jacket and midi skirt

 

Athleta crop tee
athleta.gap.com
 

 

Dorothy Perkins pink jacket
dorothyperkins.com
 

 

Maurices blue knee length skirt
maurices.com
 

 

Ava Aiden black pointy toe flat
gilt.com
 

 

Wanderlust Co gold tone necklace
revolveclothing.com
 

 

If you're going for an edgier vibe, keep your moto jacket around a little while longer. This faux leather blush version is a great statement item to wear on top of a simple basic tee or crop top. If you're completely obsessed with midi skirts like we are, you'll love this bodycon striped piece too!

We’d all like to think that there is someone who is bound to sweep us off our feet with every word they say. In Hollywood, grand displays of love go a really long way between couples, leaving the audience speechless and in a search for an epic love like theirs. But would these declarations of love cut it in real life? Here are the top five biggest declarations of love made on the big screen and our reasons on why it would (or wouldn’t) work in real life.

1. The Notebook

Cue the torrential downpour on a seemingly beautiful day and cut to the painfully attractive male and female leads. They talk about their relationship. Get your popcorn ready for the big kiss.

The dramatic make-out sesh in The Notebook may seem like the perfect scene to many collegiettes, since so many of us have a fantasy of being kissed in the rain. We would even risk contracting a possible cold if it meant getting smooched by the guy of our dreams with buckets of water pouring on our heads.

However, the reality of this scene is that it may look absolutely perfect, but think about how soggy and uncomfortable you would be! Rather than having the guy on your mind, you’ll likely be thinking about Kleenex and cold medicine. The odds of this being that romantic in real life are nearly slim to none, but that doesn’t mean you can’t fantasize about a Noah-and-Allie-style love!

2. The Perks of Being a Wallflower

The sheer awkwardness that Charlie (Logan Lerman) gives off when confessing his love to Sam (Emma Watson) makes this scene so much more believable and possible in the real world. After watching Sam get treated badly by her boyfriend and hearing her stories about her past relationships, Charlie found enough courage to tell her how special he thought she was.

We’ve all felt extremely awkward around our first really huge crush. Charlie was so nervous to tell Sam how he truly felt, so he acted on impulse and went for what he wanted. He said that she was special, smart and beautiful, and that she deserved so much more than what she was getting. To put the cherry on top, he surprised her with a big kiss.

 If we all had that sort of mentality when trying to hit up a potential lover, we’d all have a better chance with them rather than the zero-percent chance we’d have if we DIDN’T try. Go for it! If Charlie can do it, then you can too!

3. He’s Just Not That Into You

This is all a girl wants in life—having a guy admit that he was wrong all along, and then having him kiss her passionately while Keane plays in the background. In the movie, Gigi (Ginnifer Goodwin) was constantly rejected by men, and after being written off by Alex (Justin Long), she finally threw in the towel. However, he realized how much he cared about her, and they presumably lived happily ever after. This would totally be romantic in real life because of a few factors:

1. He kisses her mid-sentence.
2. He whispers to her.
3. He kisses her again.

We don’t know about you, but we would be putty in a guy’s hand if he did that to us. Couple those factors and ditch the Keane song for Bruno Mars and you’ve got a picture-perfect moment. The reality of this scene is that if you really feel that you should be with someone, you will make it work. Although Alex originally said no to Gigi, he realized he actually needed her in his life.

4. Friends with Benefits

In Friends with Benefits, Dylan (Justin Timberlake) and Jamie (Mila Kunis) really believed that they could be frisky without falling for each other, and when their feelings started to get in the way, it ruined their relationship. In an effort to get her back, JT dusted off his dancing shoes and got tons of people to do a flash mob to two songs that defined their relationship.

This may be an adorable idea, but let’s be real: do you really think that a guy would be able to pull this off in a venue as big as Grand Central Station? Probably not. Choreographing a dance is extremely time-consuming, and depending on all those other people to come to rehearsal would just give the choreographer a headache. Where do you find that many people to teach a dance to, anyways?

Let’s face it—even the dreamiest collegent probably wouldn’t be able to make this work. (But if you find one who does, hang on to that guy!)

5. Dirty Dancing

"Me, I'm scared of everything—I’m scared of what I saw, I’m scared of what I did, of who I am, and most of all, I'm scared of walking out of this room and never feeling the rest of my whole life the way I feel when I'm with you."

When Johnny (Patrick Swayze) felt like the world was out to get him and nothing was getting better, it was up to Baby (Jennifer Grey) to pick him up by the torso and lift him and his spirits up. She was able to help him realize how important he was to the people he loved and how much she cared about him.

It takes a girl with tons of guts to spill her soul to a guy. The pure emotion that both characters have for each other in that moment makes this scene amazingly realistic. There is no stronger love than the love shared by two people with a common passion—after all, the couple who twerks together, stays together!

There are a few Hollywood portrayals of the crazy little thing called love that are realistic, but for the most part, it’s just movie magic taking over. It’s up to us to make our own love story! Odds are you’re not going to see a guy outside your window with a boom box a la Say Anything… in college, but there’s a really good chance that if he’s really into you, he may make you a Spotify playlist to prove his love.
 

Hey collegiettes!

We know you love reading HC on your laptops, your smartphones, and your tablets... but now you can truly curl up with HC because our first-ever book, The Her Campus Guide to College Life, just hit stores!

Order your copy online here or head to your local Barnes & Noble! And be sure to check out our upcoming schedule of book signing events and see if we're coming to your area!

The Her Campus Guide to College Life: How to Manage Relationships, Stay Safe and Healthy, Handle Stress, and Have the Best Years of Your Life covers everything you need to know to rock college, from how to get along with your roommates to how to avoid the 'freshman 15', deal with tough professors, snag internships, decide whether to study abroad, and much, much more.

Whether you're already an upperclassman or are just getting ready to go off to college next fall, this book has everything you need to survive and thrive on campus when it comes to all aspects of your life. Our book also includes handy resources like a template roommate contract, dorm room grocery list, and more.

Want a sneak preview? Read an excerpt from our book here then order your copy!

I can't wait to hear what you think!

HC Love,
Stephanie Kaplan Lewis, Co-founder, CEO & Editor-in-Chief of Her Campus

Think you know your way around a Sephora? Think again. We found uncharted products sitting on those selves—how did they sneak in these amazing beauty brands without us noticing?! Our favorite beauty vault has stocked up on everything from Asian beauty to innovative skincare to game-changing makeup. Needless to say, we’re itching to try all of them. It’s time to back away from the NARS counter (don’t worry, it’ll be there when you get back), and head over to check out these brands...

1. Belif

Everyone knows that Korea is totally on top of the skincare game. There’s a reason the women there have ah-mazing skin. We’ll have whatever they’re having, and they’re buying Belif. It’s the perfect blend of apothecary ingredients (like herbal waters) and Korean skin care science. We’re reaching for the Hydra Sebum Control Essence ($42), which is perfect for the warmer weather because it controls oil and shine while still maintaining hydrated skin. 

2. Chosungah 22

Another K-Beauty brand we’re obsessed with is Chosungah 22. From the top makeup artist Chosungah, who’s had over two decades of experience beautifying women, this brand is all about using makeup as a form of play and self-expression. Sephora is hooking us up with the Dong Gong Minn Brow Maker ($22), a tinted brow gel that manages to be both waterproof and nourishing with photo keratin and henna. Also, the packing is beyond cute! 

3. NUDESTIX

We love how NUDESTIX came to be! Mom and chemical engineer Jenny Frankel and her two daughters Ally and Taylor Frankel are the all-star team that’s behind these highly curated, easy-to-use makeup crayons. If you love the no-makeup makeup look, this is your cup of tea. Their Lip + Cheek Pencil ($24) will be appearing in our bags soon—the perfect makeup on the go! 

4. Bésame Cosmetics

The Bésame face powders look like they belong on a duchess’s vanity. The brand is known for bringing back classic, luxury makeup in a modern form. Their Brightening Vanilla Face Powder ($22) helps to control redness while adding a warm glow to your complexion, making it a must have for summer!

5. Ardency Inn

The rocker-chic look has been making a huge comeback lately, and if you were thinking of rocking (pun intended) this look, there’s no better brand than Ardency Inn to turn to. Inspired by the New York music scene, their products not only last long but look good doing it, too. We’re all about their MODSTER Long Play Supercharged Lip Color ($25), which feels like a balm while making you look like a bombshell. 

6. Surratt Beauty

We’ve got two words for you: customizable palettes. The products you’ll be popping into those palettes have top-notch formulas and fantastic colors—you’ll never be stuck with that one color in a palette you won’t use. Choose from a petite or grande palette ($17-$22)—the hard part is narrowing down which eyeshadows and blushes you want! We've also heard whispers that the famous Surratt eyelash curler will be in stock soon, so mark your calendars.

7. Earth’s Nectar

This line is for our girls who want to take care of their gorgeous, curly locks. These formulas have no artificial colors, parabens, mineral oil, or petroleum, and the products smell out of this world. Say goodbye to dry, coarse curls, and instead embrace luscious hair that smells like delicious coconut ($23.50), mint leaves, or honey!

8. Drunk Elephant

We first noticed Drunk Elephant for the cute packaging, but we became obsessed the brand's simple-yet-effective skincare that’s non-toxic and additive-free. These products nurture your skin, turning it over time into a radiant complexion. We love the JuJu Bar ($28) because it’s perfect for sensitive skin and cleans, exfoliates, and heals. Plus, every purchase helps to support the International Elephant Foundation!

Which brand will you be looking out for on your next Sephora run?

We’ve all felt guilty about watching TV instead of studying. “I’ll open my textbook after this episode,” you promise yourself, and four episodes later you’ve forgotten you even had an exam coming up. We’re here to ease your guilt by pointing out some TV shows that are basically textbooks. In these cases, binge watching them is the same thing as studying… right?

1. Breaking Bad– Chemistry 101

Breaking Bad’s protagonist, Walter White, starts out as a high school chemistry teacher, so you already have an instructor for this course. When he’s diagnosed with lung cancer, Walter starts to make and sell methamphetamine with one of his students. This drama offers its viewers many lessons about both life and chemistry. “It’s all about forming bonds,” says Chelsea, a junior at the University of Rochester, “whether they be friends, families, ionic, covalent…”

Along the way, you get an appreciation for the role science plays in society. “It shows that chemistry has real-world applications,” says Chelsea. “Meth.”

Of course, we don’t condone Walter’s illicit behavior, but we do encourage you to listen for the facts about chemistry that are sprinkled throughout the show. “I’ve only seen the first season of Breaking Bad, but I’ve learned that hydrochloric acid must be put in plastic, not any other material, or it will melt your floor,” says Patricia, a junior at the University of Rochester.

Review Question: What does “Br Ba” stand for?

Answer: Breaking Bad! (No, not “Bromine Barium.” That would be too elementary.)

2. Arrested Development– Intro to Business Economics

One of the basic assumptions of economics is people are driven by incentives. If they have something to gain by doing something, they’ll do it, and if they do something, it’s because they gain something from it. Arrested Development is the textbook example of this: most of the main characters are terrible people who are driven by selfish motivations.

The show follows the family behind the Bluth Company, a real estate development firm that loses everything when the CEO, George Bluth, is arrested for fraud. The family must figure out how to maintain their lucrative lifestyle by upholding the family company while George is in prison. This series is basically a lesson in how to run a business.

Here are some business tips we’ve learned from the show:

1. Don’t burn down your banana stand if that’s where your money is.
2. Don’t let your irresponsible brother take over the company.
3. Don’t build a company based on software you haven’t created.

Okay, so maybe this show is just a lesson in what not to do. As Elyssa, a chapter advisor for Her Campus, says, “A major business lesson from Arrested Development is to make a good product and work hard to make the millions! No one wants to have to live in the attic like George Sr. hiding from the government for making shady business deals!”

Review Question: If you fail this class, what will your friends call you?

Answer: Mr. F.

3. How I Met Your Mother– Probability and Statistics

What are the chances that you’ll meet the perfect spouse?  We’d like to think they’re pretty high, but How I Met Your Mother shows us it’s not that simple.  Ted Mosby, the protagonist, narrates to his children (and the audience) episode after episode of falling for the wrong women before he finally meets his wife.

The theory of chance involves looking at all the situations where an event is possible and figuring out how many times that event occurs.  As Ted looks over the events of his life, he realizes that the things that didn’t go his way—not getting a job, not getting a girl—ended up leading him to new experiences and helped him grow.  All these events ultimately improved the chances of him achieving the turning point in his life: meeting his wife. This show won’t explicitly teach you Bayes’ Rule or statistical determinism, but it’ll tell you that even when your life seems random, if you collect data and organize your memories, you might find a pattern that shows future happiness is inevitable.

Review Question: Ted gets involved with about 34 women over the course of the show, but only marries one. What is the probability of him dating the woman he will marry?

Answer: Almost three percent. No wonder it took him 10 seasons to find her.

4. Game of Thrones– Intro to Political Science

Are you interested in government? Do you aspire to rule as a queen in a fantasy world? If so, watching this show is pretty much imperative to your career planning. Game of Thrones follows several “houses” that struggle for power in the fictional continents of Westeros and Essos.

Before you can start ruling your nation, you should have an idea of the different ways you can rise to power. The houses in Game of Thrones have several approaches. Megan, a political science major at Southern Miss and avid Game of Thrones fan, gives the textbook translations of their methods.

• The Lannisters: They’re the perfect political role models if you’re okay with being a little ethically questionable. “The Lannisters are pretty much Machiavellian princes; they finagle and deceive to get what they want.”   
• The Targaryens: If your family is already in power, you probably agree that people should be born into power. “The Targaryens remind me of some Confucian political theory.  Confucius was a big supporter of an aristocracy. It is not for the people to try to govern the aristocracy; rather, they should try to imitate it. Dany [Targaryen] is committed to her people, but insists upon gaining the throne she feels she deserves. As Jorah would say, she's a born queen.”
• The Starks: Maybe you want to try an approach that’s a little more recent than ancient China. “The Starks are the most post-enlightenment. They feel that with their power comes a responsibility to the realm and its people. Even little Bran knows to send out bannermen to aid the people, even when it leaves his hold unprotected. His main concern is to protect the people around him, even at his own expense.”

As an added bonus, Game of Thrones is also cross-listed as a sexuality studies course.

Review Question: Who is Jon Snow’s mother?

Answer: Let us know if you figure it out!

5. Firefly– Philosophy of Ethics

This cult sci-fi show, which is often described as a space Western, has tons of action and adventure. Even though it takes place in a future filled with intergalactic travel and advanced technology, the plot raises the same philosophical questions about justice and crime that have been challenging thinkers for centuries. 

You couldn’t ask for a better ethics professor than Mal Reynolds, the captain of the spaceship Serenity. His main motivation is to be free from the Alliance, the corrupt governing force of this futuristic society. He goes to extremes to maintain this independence, even committing robberies to support himself financially (this is where the “Western” part of the genre comes in). Mal seems to believe in consequentialism: the consequences of an action determine whether or the action is moral (you can think of it as “the end justifies the means”). He also adheres to a strict personal moral code—even if he doesn’t like his crewmembers, he will go to any means to protect them. It’s hard to imagine a presentation of applied ethics that’s more gripping and heartrending than Firefly.

Review Question: What is an example of unethical conduct?

Answer: Canceling this show after one season.

6. Orange Is the New Black– Intro to Women’s Studies

If you’re interested in television and the Internet, you’ve probably heard about this show due to its unusual release to the public. Unlike most television shows, which air episodes a week at a time, the Netflix released the entire first season of Orange Is the New Black at once, giving viewers the chance to decide how quickly they want to go through episodes. The show is unique in another way, though. Its production team and cast are primarily women, a feat particularly impressive in a world that still struggles with gender equality.

The show presents the daily lives and backstories of the people living in a women’s prison. “Orange Is the New Black is basically Intro to Women’s Studies,” says Annie, a junior at Sewanee. “It features women from every socioeconomic class, racial background and sexual orientation facing problems that have nothing to do with getting a perfect beach bod or finding Prince Charming.” The characters range from Sophia, a black transgender woman, to Tiffany, a pro-life religious conservative, to Piper, a middle-class white woman. The show shows the way issues like racism, homophobia and sexism affect their lives.

This sounds like a heavy show, and it certainly has its tense moments. But it’s also funny. Like, have-to-go-back-and-catch-the-lines-you-missed-because-you-were-laughing-so-hard-the-first-time funny.  Orange Is the New Black shows the hardships and the humor that are familiar to all people, not just women. Like women’s studies, it ultimately affirms the experience of being human.

Review Question: Do groups oppressed by gender, sexuality and race have a place in academia?

Answer: Duh. And now Orange Is the New Black is giving these same groups a place in mainstream entertainment.

7. Wishbone– Survey of World Literature

We know what you’re thinking, and no, you’re definitely not too old to enjoy this classic PBS kids show from the ‘90s, especially when watching it basically covers your English Lit requirement. This show is about a kid named Joe Talbot and his Jack Russell terrier, Wishbone. Stories about Joe and his friends are interlaced with tales from classic literature told through the eyes of his dog. 

This show covers a wide range of literature—in fact, it’s probably covered more time periods and countries than your typical English class. Where else could you study ancient Greece, American literature and African fables? This show also does classics from world literature that aren’t as commonly read in class, such as Moliere’s The Imaginary Invalid, One Thousand and One Arabian Nights and “The Story of the Deathless Voice,” a Navajo story. 

In addition to introducing you to the general plot and characters, Wishbone highlights the main themes by comparing them to contemporary life. This show is basically SparkNotes, only better, because you don’t have to read anything.

Review Question: What common thematic element is present in both The Odyssey and The Tempest?

Answer: Canine lead characters. Oh, wait…

Instead of wasting time in line at the bookstore, you can watch these shows in the comfort of your dorm. Game of Thrones airs on HBO, many Wishbone episodes are on YouTube and the rest of these shows are on Netflix. (Saving money on textbooks: yet another benefit of Netflix!) Get your friends together and have a good, old-fashioned study session!
 

Today is National Equal Pay Day, a day meant to bring awareness to the gender wage gap. The significance of April 14 is notable—it marks how far into the new year a woman must work in order to catch up to what her male counterparts earned the previous year.

“On average, full-time working women earn 78 cents for every dollar earned by men, and women of color face an even greater disparity,” President Barack Obama said when discussing Equal Pay Day. “This wage gap puts women at a career-long disadvantage, and it harms families, communities, and our entire economy.”

There's something about this declaration that is kind of hard to come to terms with. Throughout his time in office, women in the White House have been paid less than men: in 2009, female staffers earned an average of $72,700, while male employees were bringing in around $82,000, and just last year, women were making $78,400 while men had salaries of $88,600.

The White House's response? “The White House is doing appreciably better than the country is more broadly, but we still have more work to do at the White House,” said press secretary Josh Earnest. As in, the defense is that yes, there's a wage gap in the White House, but hey, we're doing better than the rest of the country! When the Administration is supposedly urging the nation to close the wage gap, the message simply isn't as powerful when the best they can do is be a little better than the national average.

Okay, that criticism might be a little unfair; when taking averages, the variables behind those numbers aren't being taken into account. But the same thing can be said for the national numbers the Administration is using. Rather than simply calling for equal pay today (or posting photos on Twitter of men holding a couple of cents), it's vital to think critically about the accuracy behind the statistics accompanying the wage gap, and how we can get to the core of the issue. What exactly is that number that the White House is using to talk about the gender wage gap? According to Sabrina Schaeffer, executive director of the Independent Women's Forum, that number is overstated.

“The statistical difference between women and men’s average earnings isn’t driven by widespread sexism, but largely from different choices men and women make throughout our lives,” Schaeffer explained, adding, “The Administration and its allies know the wage gap statistic is grossly misleading; in fact, last year the White House conceded the figure is flawed, yet continues to regurgitate it again this year.”

So what are these "different choices" that Schaeffer refers to? There are a number of different variables that should be taken into account. The fact of the matter is, women and men tend to make different life choices; more women than men take time off work to raise a family. Men dominate in the more dangerous careers—construction workers, iron and steel workers, pilots, amongst others—which pay more due to the risks involved. Career goals differ between men and women, even between those studying the same subjects in school; a survey found that men and women have different reasons for getting an MBA, for example. Even the American Association of University Women, an organization that has long touted the disparity in income between men and women, came to the conclusion that when all variables are accounted for, the wage gap is largely a myth.

What should we be really thinking about, then? Perhaps, why women are less likely than men to negotiate for raises. Why women are less inclined to choose work in some of the more higher-paying careers, like those in engineering, computer science and others, and instead dominate lower-paying fields such as childhood education, social work, counseling and more. When we look past the hype that the White House is claiming and at the root of the issue, we can actually take action and effect change.

With all that being said, spreading the message that women are facing that large of a pay gap and that they are victims to the system might be more damaging than if we were to simply acknowledge the truth. Think about the decisions you've made in your education and career up until this point; how many of them were forced upon you? Women today are more educated, more strong-minded and strong-willed, and more autonomous than ever before. Some of us may choose to put a career on hold to have children, while others may not (and those who remain childless and unmarried actually make more than men do). Many of us value what we do over how much we make, and we're totally aware that it means six figures won't be in our future. Others will go on to be powerful CEOs of companies one day. The paths we take are guided by our personal choices, and it's time to respect those choices, whatever they may be. We shouldn't be painting women as victims. Rather, we should recognize that women are independent enough to be forging their own paths; and while it's valuable to be looking at the reasons behind why women make the choices they do, it doesn't do anybody a service to mark the income disparity as an unfortunate inequality that women are powerless to take on.

It's the day that we've all been waiting for: Free Cone Day! Today and today only, from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. you can get a free ice cream cone from any Ben & Jerry's near you. And we all know that everything tastes better when it's free! 

The guys behind Ben & Jerry's say, "It's our way to celebrate and say thanks for another year of support, and we've kept it up every year since, spreading the peace, love and ice cream around the globe!" They also used a blog post on their website called Do Good by Eating Free Ice Cream to explain that your orbitofrontal cortex (the part of your brain that rewards you when you make a good decision) will light up with every bite, lick or slurp of ice cream you consume. If you needed another reason to take Ben & Jerry's up on a free ice cream cone, you just got one!

If you stop by to snag some free ice cream, be sure to post a picture of your cone on Instagram or Twitter with the hashtag #FreeConeDay. If you do, your photo could be featured on the Ben & Jerry's website—and there's yet another reason you should stop by Free Cone Day today. So now the real question is—what flavor will you get?

You meet a cute guy in at a party and start talking. Wow, you’re really hitting it off! You start going on dates and you’re having a good time, but in the midst of pillow talk, he tells you that he’s bisexual.

You’re totally into him, but you may be wondering: Is dating a bisexual guy different from dating a heterosexual guy? Is there anything you need to be aware of when it comes to dating bisexual guys? Luckily, Her Campus is here to help you figure it out with a few things you need to know about dating a bisexual guy!

1. Everyone defines bisexuality differently

Joyce Smith, a sexual health awareness advocate at Wesleyan University, says that sexual orientation is a spectrum, and it’s extremely important to understand this concept when heading into a relationship with a bisexual guy.

“Everyone defines their sexual orientation differently, and bisexuality can be a lot more complicated than just, ‘I like boys and girls,’” she explains.

Being bisexual also doesn’t mean that your boyfriend identifies as a different gender. “It is crucial to also realize that gender and sexual orientation are two separate concepts that intersect,” Smith says.

Smith’s advice? Going into your relationship, make sure you throw all preconceived notions of what it means to be bisexual out the window. Your guy might define it differently than you, and you don’t want your own biases to hinder what he’s trying to tell you. In addition, his level and depth of attraction to both sexes could differ greatly, so it’s important not to make any assumptions about it!

Jane*, a senior at Wesleyan University who has previously dated two bisexual guys, found that both guys viewed their bisexuality completely differently. “My first boyfriend who was bisexual told me that he had dated more women than men, and that was important to him when defining his sexuality,” she says. “In contrast, my second bisexual boyfriend was attracted to both guys and girls equally, and he thought that was an important part of being bisexual.”

Smith also reminds collegiettes that being bisexual says nothing about a person’s promiscuity. “Unfortunately, our culture sometimes associates bisexuality with being heavily sexual or unable to be monogamous, which is of course not the case!” she says. “It’s a common misconception, and it’s an important one to think about!”

2. You should be respectful and open-minded

You might feel a little weird approaching a beau (or potential beau) about his sexuality; after all, sexuality is an extremely personal thing, and you don’t want to hurt anyone’s feelings!

Smith urges collegiettes to talk to their bisexual guy at the very beginning of the relationship instead of later on. “Before you talk, make sure you are both aware that you are having a serious conversation about sexual orientation and your relationship status, and make sure that it’s at an appropriate time,” she says. “Trying to discuss your boyfriend’s bisexuality while intoxicated at a loud party doesn’t make for a very thoughtful discussion. Make sure you are both ready and present to talk about sexuality, comfort and boundaries.”

In addition, Smith also advises thinking about what you are going to say before you head into the conversation. “Write down some questions you have beforehand. It’ll get you thinking about what you want to say and how you want to say it,” she says. “A lot of the time, conversations about sexuality and relationships turn sour when people don’t think before they speak!”

Even though your level of openness and honesty might differ depending on your relationship, there are a couple of sexual-orientation-conversation no-nos. “Definitely don’t ask him if he’s ‘sure’ he’s bisexual,” Jane says. “Sexual orientation is already a sensitive subject, and questioning a part of your boyfriend’s identity can feel insulting and could even turn him off to a conversation altogether.”

Jane recommends not talking about past sexual encounters during this first conversation. “It may come across as really inappropriate to ask your bisexual boyfriend how many guys and girls he’s slept with, so keep the sexual partner count off-limits for now!” she says. “Instead, talk about boundaries like you would in any other relationship. Are you two exclusive or able to see other people? This is something that’s important regardless of whom your partner is attracted to, and it could prevent issues with jealously or insecurity later on.”

3. Consistent communication is more important than ever

The biggest rule of dating someone who is bisexual is also just a general rule of relationships: keep a clear and honest line of communication! Marni Battista, the relationship and love expert behind Dating With Dignity, thinks this is especially important in relationships in which at least one partner is bisexual. “If you choose to date someone that is bisexual, you might have questions for them about their sexual preference,” she says. “As is the same with all relationships, the best thing to do is keep communication open!”

Many collegiettes might still be unsure of what it’s like to date someone who is attracted to both guys and girls. However, many women who have dated bisexual guys in college note that this is not really an issue as long as communication is a priority.

Kathleen*, a recent college graduate, wished she had communicated more from the get-go with her bisexual boyfriend, because not doing so played into her insecurities. “I think the problem with our relationship was that, because of his bisexuality, we were a little too open with one another about our crushes on other people,” she says. “If we had set that boundary from the get-go, it probably would have worked much better.”

Jane felt that communication was key, especially because dating a bisexual guy for her was the same in a lot of respects as dating a heterosexual guy. “Dating is dating, no matter whom it is with,” she says. “There has to be trust, attraction, love and ground rules.”

Jane also says that neither of her relationships ended because of either guy’s sexuality. “These relationships ended because of conventional relationship problems, which is something I think some people don’t get,” she says. “One boy moved away and we grew apart, and the other one didn’t put enough effort into our relationship.”

Jane noted that people were always surprised to hear that her boyfriends’ bisexuality was never an issue in her relationships. “I don’t really get the question at Wesleyan, but I did get it from my friends back at home,” she says. “But at the end of the day, I dated people who made me happy, and then we broke up. A relationship is a relationship, no matter which sexes your boyfriend may be attracted to.”

4. People will ask YOU questions, too

Jane, Joanne*, a recent graduate of Northwestern University who has dated a bisexual guy, and Danielle, a recent graduate of Harvard University who is currently dating a bisexual guy, have all had experiences with people asking them questions about their relationships.

Joanne was pelted with concerns when she was going out with her bisexual guy. “When we were dating, I got asked all of the time what it was like, and it annoyed both of us to no end,” she says.

Jane had a similar experience. “For some reason, my friends would get weird whenever they saw either of my bisexual boyfriends talking to guys, especially guys they knew were gay or bisexual,” she says. “My friends would ask me if it bothered me, and of course it didn’t. My boyfriend can talk to whomever he wants. But this sort of perpetual questioning of my boyfriend’s actions as a bisexual male happened constantly in both relationships, which I got very weary of after a while.”

It may get tiring hearing your friends constantly ask about your relationship, but don’t let it get to you. The only thing that matters is if you and your boyfriend are in a happy and healthy relationship!

5. You need to respect his “out” status

Danielle says the one challenge of dating a bisexual guy versus a heterosexual guy is being cognizant of whom he’s come out to. “[You have to be] sensitive about the issue and make sure not to accidentally [out] him to someone that he's not out to,” she says.

Jane had similar issues with one of the guys she dated who had not come out to his family or friends at home. “One of my previous bisexual boyfriends, Josh*, invited me home for Thanksgiving one year, and he had to warn me that he had not yet come out to his family or high school friends,” she says. “I just had to be careful, especially around his friends, not to say anything.”

However, Jane doesn’t think this differs from any other sensitive information that pops up in a relationship. “I think everyone has delicate stuff that shouldn’t be brought up around certain people, like family. I definitely don’t think it’s just bisexual individuals,” she says. “In college especially, people can be very different at school versus when they’re at home, and I think that’s totally normal. My family is very against drinking, so I personally don’t tell them that I drink. When we visited my family last year, I told Josh not to bring up any party stories, so it works both ways.”

Overall, dating a bisexual guy only differs somewhat from dating a heterosexual guy. But no matter what, it’s still a relationship between two people who like each other. Also, if any of your friends are dating a bisexual guy, remember to think before asking any questions about it!

Battista also thinks that college is the perfect time to look at a relationship with someone who’s bisexual. “College relationships usually begin as a way to learn more about yourself and your needs in a relationship, and they are also a good place to try new things, so there is no better time than the present!” she says.

*Names have been changed.
 

As Emma Watson (our favorite girl crush since The Half-Blood Prince came out) turns 25 on April 15th, we're celebrating our love for her. And we're celebrating the mad girl hots we have for her. Seriously, if anyone is our girl crush, it's Emma. She takes the (birthday) cake! Here's why she's #1 to us:

1. We grew up with her

We watched one of our favorite childhood characters come to life beautifully on screen, all thanks to Emma Watson. As she (and Hermione) got older, so did we, and she was a role model for us as we transitioned into young adulthood. Hermione is always the smartest person in the room (sorry, Dumbledore), and she doesn't take sh*t from anyone.

2. She's an influential feminist

Her He For She campaign has gained worldwide attention and has brought a new focus to feminism. Watching a young actress transform into a powerful feminist was a strong influnce on all of us.

3. She's fierce as hell

Do we really need an explanation here?

4. Her style is on point

From red carpet to street style, she always slays. How is it fair to be that naturally beautiful, that intelligent, that composed and to have amazing style? No wonder she's our hero.

5. That smolder

We just can't get enough. Happy birthday, Emma!

Whoever said all things awkward end after the preteen years clearly wasn't a girl. Can we get some sort of badge of honor for going through these things? 

1. Buying feminine products when there's a guy cashier

*avoids all eye contact*

2. Picking up birth control at the pharmacy

“What was that you said you needed, honey? Oh, birth control!” *yells across pharmacy* “Jim, this young lady needs her birth control filled!”

3. When your doctor asks if you're sexually active

What, is there some sort of activation code? A number to call, a button to press?  

4. Pap smears

Can we not have a casual conversation and pretend like you’re not half a foot inside of me with metal clamps?

5. When commercials about Vagisil and Monistat come on TV when there's a guy in the room

Then they promptly look over at you, terrified, like your lady parts are about to sprout weeds and release decrepit creatures.

6. When an overly excited dog nose-dives into your crotch

And then the frantic reaction of the owner (probably thinking you have some sort of funky situation going on down south) trying to rip the dog away as he's all up in your grill, sniffing your goodies. You nervously laugh to pretend like you weren’t just violated by a poodle.

7. Unexpected company when you aren’t wearing a bra

And then the breeze picks up when you open the door…

8. When your tampon string hangs out of your swimsuit

Don’t even pretend like it’s never happened to you.

9. Seeing your teacher/best friend’s mom/doctor naked in the gym dressing room

It’s great to see you and all, but for God’s sake, can you please put on a bra?

10. Hooking up with a guy and remembering you have Spanx on

There is no discreet way to get those puppies off.

11. Whale tails

You now realize those seventh-grade boys weren’t yelling “save the whales” for their environmental science project, but rather because your thong was halfway up your back when you bent down to grab your purse.

12. Getting measured for a bra

“If you’ll put your arms up, sweetie, I’m just gonna reach right across your breasts here… don’t mind if I graze your nipple.”

13. When you fall over trying to walk in high heels

There is just no way to pull that off like it didn’t happen.

14. Making eye contact while eating a banana

It's not your fault you just enjoy people watching while you eat fruit. Can't a girl enjoy her daily dose of potassium without feeling like a seductress?

15. When your mom asks you lady-part-related health questions at the dinner table in front of your dad

She couldn’t have picked a better time?

16. When the wind catches your dress and takes it for a ride

Marilyn Monroe set the standards impossibly high. It’s really not that glamorous when it happens, especially on a day when you happen to be wearing granny panties.

17. When you hit an all-time low and have to get a tampon from the rusty quarter dispenser in the bathroom

You body slam it and shake it so it comes out quickly before anyone sees you, but instead just draws more attention to you as it squeaks and spits out the broken cardboard tampon.

Unless you have taken an indefinite leave of absence from social media, or you just prefer not to be one of the millions of people who follow the likes of the Jenner sisters and Beyoncé, you know that this weekend was the first weekend of Coachella. Coachella is the most fashionable, celebrity-infested music festival that you could ever hope to find in the middle of a California desert. While we all know that we totally could have rocked festival fashion if just given the chance, living vicariously through other festival fashion queens will just have to do. Here are 23 celebrity Instagram posts that make us feel like we got the full first weekend experience.

1. Kendall and Kylie spent National Siblings Day bonding at Coachella

Hopefully Kendall did not mistake her sister’s hair for cotton candy because that would not have not made for a pleasant sister time talk.

2. Queen Bey showed off her top-notch festival style in a flipbook-style post

If we could take a private plane we probably would have made it to the desert too, just saying!

3. Katy Perry posed with an infamous old friend

Now, he is who we'd really want a selfie with at Coachella!

4. Victoria’s Secret Angel Alessandra Ambrosio traded her angel wings for butterfly wings this weekend

You can take the supermodel off the runway, but you can’t take the runway out of the supermodel.  

5. Kendall and Justin Bieber took some polaroids with a puppy

Are we looking at love for the puppy or puppy love between the two young celebs?

6. Justin and Nash Grier decided to experiment with the world’s tiniest ponytails

Looks like the Biebs had some fun times before he got kicked out of Coachella.  

7. Gigi Hadid and Cody Simpson were hands down the cutest (and most trendy) Coachella couple

If you and your SO look as good as this adorable duo, then go ahead, post all the sickeningly sweet couple selfies you want!

8. Paris and Nicki joined in on the fun, twinning in all-white ensembles

From the cat ears to the crop top to the long skirt, it looks like Paris was trying to fill in for Ariana Grande this weekend.

9. Jasmine Tookes, Jourdan Dunn, Gigi Hadid and Shanina Shaik showed us what it looks like when model BFFs reunite in the desert

Fashion game strong. Oh, what we'd give to be a part of this squad.

10. Bella Thorne rocked the quintessential Coachella accessory: the flower crown

We're wondering if she DIYed that crown.

11. Drake contemplated life while giving us a glimpse of the famous Coachella Ferris wheel

If only he knew what was to come...

12. Yes, and we mean when he made out with Madonna during his set

We still aren’t sure how we feel about this, but we are pretty sure we know how Drake feels about it... 

13. Sarah Hyland tried to be as tall as Gigi

And looked absolutely adorable in the process.

14. Fergie’s fringe was on fleek

We're hoping we can pull the same look off at that age!

15. Hailey Baldwin feat. Kylie’s hair

So this is what Coachella is like for first-timers.

16. Kylie Jenner called her scar out

We think we all know what she was really trying to draw attention to in this picture.

17. Supermodel Jordan Dunn also opted for an alternate hair color for the first weekend

And now, we ALL want purple hair.

18. Julianne Hough offered further proof that if you were ever going to dye your hair for Coachella, this was this year to do it

Actually, no, we'll take the pink locks!!

19. Alessandra made us wish we were there just to recreate this adorable group photo

Literally every outfit in this photo is perfection.

20. Only Rihanna could wear purple fur to a music festival and have the world be 100 percent okay with it

Wait... isn't it sweltering hot in the desert?!

21. Fashionista Jamie Chung matched the palm trees and we loved every second of it

Um, summer wardrobe goals.

22. Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo served up Bonnie and Clyde realness in their bandanas

Maybe Levine was trying to hide from his crazy fans...

23. Unfortunately, reigning Coachella Queen Hudgens could not attend this weekend’s festivities

However, in full festival fashion mode (and with livestream in tow), she was definitely there in spirit and it was everything.

We can’t wait to see what the second weekend brings. Hopefully everyone will have a little bit more fun than Drake had.

As collegiettes, we know the value of time. We’re all juggling different combinations of classes, extracurricular actives, internships and part-time jobs while attempting to maintain some semblance of a social life. When you finally have a moment to spare, climbing into bed is probably a lot more enticing than lacing up and heading out for a run. Luckily, there’s good news for all you multitasking, overachieving collegiettes out there: there are ways to break a sweat and build muscle while you catch up on your chem reading. With these six moves, you’ll be deskercising with the pros.

Lower Body

The Glute Squeeze

The glute squeeze is one of the most inconspicuous exercises, which means that you can do it pretty much anywhere—in your room while reading a textbook, in the library while going over flashcards or in the classroom while taking notes.

To do this exercise, mimic the squeezing motion shown in the image above while seated. Wherever you’re sitting, just squeeze your gluteal muscles as hard as you can and hold the contraction for 10 seconds. Relax briefly. Repeat 10 to 20 times to work on filling out your fave booty shorts while you go over your flashcards.

Chair Squat

Typing a paper but still trying to keep your legs and butt looking tight and lean? Try this chair squat move, which works all the major muscle groups in the lower body and, as a bonus, activates your core and raises your heart rate, helping you torch major calories during those all night essay-writing sessions.

While typing, stand in front of your desk with your feet flat on the floor. Keeping your back as straight as possible, press your weight into your heels and squat down until your butt hovers just above the seat of your chair. Hold for five to 10 seconds then sit back down. Repeat 10-20 times.

Core and Abs

Abdominal Lift

Staring at your computer screen for hours might help you memorize the notes you took in class, but it’s not doing all that much for your abs. Try this difficult abdominal lift to strengthen and tone your core.

While seated, put your hands on the seat of your desk chair. If your chair has arms, you can place your hands on the arms for an easier variation. Keeping your knees bent, press your weight into your palms and lift your butt off the seat while keeping your arms straight. Lifting your knees as high as you can will help in toning your lower abs. Stay above the seat for a few seconds (up to 10) and then slowly sit back down. Repeat two to four times. Keep your eyes on your notes or textbook to keep this tough move study-friendly.

Oblique Swivel

Swiveling desk chairs are pretty cool not only because you can spin around in them when you’re bored, but also because they’re an amazing piece of workout equipment in disguise for those of us who like to get our sweat on outside the gym. Next time you’re just fooling around and spinning, open a textbook on your desk and get your study on with these controlled oblique swivels.

Sitting up straight with your back against the chair. Put your feet together and lift them off the floor as high as you can. Hold the edge of your desk tightly enough to stabilize yourself. Using your core (primarily your obliques), swivel from left to right as your read. Repeat 10 to 20 times.

Upper Body

Trapezius Squeeze

Summer might be leaving us, but tube top season will eventually return, and when it does, you’ll be ready! This simple move tones your upper back and stretches your chest—a must for those of us who spend a lot of our days hunched over textbooks and computers.

Sit upright with arms spread out to either side. Bend arms at 90 degrees so fingers are pointing forward. Pull your elbows back and pinch your shoulder blades together, pretending you’re trying to hold a pencil between them. Hold for five seconds, then release. Repeat 10-20 times. This move is perfect for flashcard users; instead of keeping your fingers pointing forward, pick up a flashcard with one hand and hold it in front of your face to read it. Squeeze while you try to figure out the answer and release once you flip over the card. Switch hands.

Water Bottle Bicep Curl

Slit-sleeve tops are all the rage this season, and the best accessory to the killer summer tan you’ll be showing off is toned arms. Use water bottles (or canned foods, or any other available weight you can grip in each hand) to work your biceps at your desk.

Sitting up straight, hold your weights at your sides, palms facing in and arms straight. With your elbows pressed to your side, raise your weights and rotate your forearms until your palms are facing your body. Slowly lower weights to original position and repeat for 10-20 repetitions. Make sure to keep your book open on your desk and flip pages in between reps.

Being a busy collegiette doesn’t mean that your health has to suffer! By incorporating some of these deskercises into your routine, you’ll be keeping yourself fit—and maybe even giving yourself the energy to finish that chapter in your textbook. It’s a win-win!
 

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Gracing her first red carpet at the tender age of 14, Emma Watson (celebrating her 25 birthday today!) has mastered picture-perfect style. From short dresses to sweeping gowns, studded trenches to dresses with pants, Watson manages to look AH-mazing in just about anything and everything she wears. Best of all, her enviable looks are just the start of the inspirational person that she has become. We look forward to many more years of fabulous fashion—and uplifting, girl-power statements.

1. Burberry

Watson looked enviably edgy in this embellished gold Burberry dress at the label's fashion show in London in 2009.

2. Ralph Lauren

At the Noah premiere in London, Watson looked simply ethereal in this stunning backless white Ralph Lauren gown. Elegant perfection!

3. Rafael Lopez

Watson rocks this sheer lace Rafael Lopez dress at the Harry Potter and the Deathy Hallows premiere, complete with open back AND pixie cut. Plus, look at all that leg!

4. Dior

Seeing how great she looks in this outfit almost makes us want to try it! Watson went for a daring look with this Dior couture dress in a dreamy red-orange color worn over navy cigarette pants at the Golden Globes in 2014. Watson earns top marks for pulling this one off!

5. Burberry

Even while off-duty, Watson still steals the show. Her Peter Pan collar perfectly contrasts with the edginess of the studded Burberry trench, which she wore en route to an appearance on Regis & Kelly.

6. Valentino

Black lace does it again! Watson rocked this daring two-piece Valentino at the label's fashion show in 2014. Lace with pockets?! Love.

7. Oscar de la Renta

Watson arrived at the London premiere of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part Two in a gorgeous gray Oscar de la Renta tulle gown, ending her Harry Potter red carpet appearances with a bang.

Which of the birthday girl's looks is your favorite, collegiettes?