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'Sonny With a Chance' Star Tiffany Thornton Has Found Love Again After Her Husband's Death

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After the tragic death of her husband, Chris Carney, in 2015, Tiffany Thornton from Sonny With a Chance is getting married, and I couldn't be more thrilled that she's found happiness again.

Chris died in a car crash after only four years of marriage with Tiffany, leaving her and their two young sons heartbroken. However, it seems that time helped to heal, as Tiffany announced Tuesday via Instagram that she is engaged. Her fiancé, Josiah Capaci, is a worship pastor in Hot Springs, Ark., according to Seventeen. Tiffany let fans know in her emotional Instagram post that even though she lost Chris not long ago, this engagement came at the perfect time.

 

I never could have imagined after losing Chris that I would be in love so quickly and especially couldn't have imagined getting married again so quickly, but the Lord works in mysterious ways and I truly believe this blessing came along at the perfect time. Not only is Josiah my best friend but he is also a fresh start for me. He reminds me that love isn't a once in a lifetime thing. He shows me that it's possible to open my heart again and to love deeply in return. He is kind and understanding and humble. He is exactly what I needed when I didn't even know I needed it. And now that I'm planning a wedding that will happen in a little over two months from now I'm trying not to stress about all the details. I just want to dwell in this place of joy and excitement. So to keep one more stress off my list I'm considering getting insurance on my engagement ring. I hear @JewelersMutual is the must-have for gems and jewelry and their free online quote is quick and easy. I know I'll sleep easier once my ring is covered, just in case something were to happen. That way I can spend my time focusing on the many amazing events coming up and the new life we will start soon! #becomingaCapaci #engaged #JewelersMutual #ad

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"I never could have imagined after losing Chris that I would be in love so quickly and especially couldn't have imagined getting married again so quickly," she wrote, "but the Lord works in mysterious ways and I truly believe this blessing came along at the perfect time. Not only is Josiah my best friend but he is also a fresh start for me. He reminds me that love isn't a once in a lifetime thing. He shows me that it's possible to open my heart again and to love deeply in return. He is kind and understanding and humble. He is exactly what I needed when I didn't even know I needed it. And now that I'm planning a wedding that will happen in a little over two months from now I'm trying not to stress about all the details. I just want to dwell in this place of joy and excitement."

How sweet is this? Congratulations to the happy couple!


Quiz: Go Back to School Shopping & We'll Tell You Whether You're More Blair or Serena

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Although we won’t be headed to the Upper East Side’s Constance Billard School for Girls this fall, that doesn’t mean our favorite TV friendship won’t influence our back to school style! Whether you’ve always loved Blair’s fashion or dreamed of having Serena’s effortless beach waves, we’ll tell you once and for all which Gossip Girl BFF is your true style soul mate based on your school supplies. Are you more Queen B or Queen S?

 

Apparently Lily Collins' Fans Ask to Touch Her Brows When They Meet Her

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If you have full brows, you know that nobody will let you forget it, and actress Lily Collins knows this all too well. While the world collectively admires her beautiful brows, it almost borderlines on creepy. Her full little beauties even have their own Twitter account!

Recently, on TheLate Late Show with James Corden, Collins revealed that fans regularly ask to touch them. "I've done book signings and press tours where people ask to touch them," she explains. "But actually weirdly enough, they don't ask to touch them. They ask to touch one. Which I think is even stranger because that's like, well, don't you want to even it out? Or like, which one do you want to touch?" 

The whole thing sounds pretty ridiculous, but at least she has a great attitude about it! So, if you ever see Lily Collins walking down the street and have an urge to put your hands on her face, maybe...just don't. 

Sephora Launched Its Own Version of Reddit & It's Actually So Amazing

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Gone are the days of scrolling through the Instagram explore page hoping to find a makeup tutorial that actually teaches you how to pull off the look,  thanks to Sephora's new online feature called the Beauty Insider Community. With Sephora's new feature, all the makeup lovers of the world can unite in an interactive online community, sharing unique beauty tips and the latest beauty looks. To quote Refinery29, "It's like Reddit for make up addicts."

The Beauty Insider Community is filled with hundreds of forums, chat rooms and even a gallery, for nothing more than beauty & make tips (aka every girl's dream). The online platform just launched on August 11, and there already thousands of users posting daily. The most helpful feature has to be the gallery, where Sephora customers can post pictures of their makeup looks, including the steps with how they achieved the look, and best of all, links to the Sephora products they used to create the finished product! Waaaayyyy easier than having to scroll down to the bottom of an instagram caption to read all of the products the blogger used, while simultaneously googling each and every product in a different tab (we've all been there). 

And for those of you who are just getting into the makeup scene and need questions answered by more experienced makeup users, Sephora has made a message board for that too! Any beauty related question can be posted on the message board, and within minutes another member will be there to guide you. The Beauty Insider Community eliminates wasting your money on a product that didn't do what it said it would, since you can get honest reviews on any makeup you are thinking about buying. 

The only catch is that you can only access the online community by becoming an Insider, but signing up can be done anytime online or in store!

People Are Furious Over an Ad Featuring Kendall Jenner (Again)

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It seems like Kendall Jenner's controversial Pepsi commercial is hindering present ad campaigns, as seen recently in her work with Adidas. Just in case you live under a rock and never heard about the Pepsi commercial, everyone was rightfully outraged because it made light of #BlackLivesMatter protests, with Jenner at the forefront. Even though the backlash from the commercial has since calmed down, it seems like America will never forget it.

On August 10, Adidas released their newest campaign for Adidas Original, starring none other than Kendall Jenner. There was nothing necessarily wrong with the ad campaign itself, but many people weren't shy about sharing their dislike for the model via social media. People thought they should have picked a reputable athlete instead of a model, while others thought that in light of the recent Pepsi controversy, Adidas should have had nothing to do with Jenner.

 

Venus reborn @KendallJenner for #ORIGINALis

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5 Reasons You Might Be Experiencing Pain During Sex

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Today’s society is considered to be the most progressive yet. From advances in the rights and treatment of disenfranchised groups to a greater acceptance of viewpoint diversity, the 21st century might just be the best time to be alive. At the same time, there is so much progress to be made—for instance, regarding sex and sexual health. The word sex itself is often considered a taboo, let alone sexual health. It shouldn't and doesn't have to be this way. Women and men shouldn't have to struggle in silence. According to the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), three in four women experience pain during sex at least once. Most pain is generally short-term, but it can often develop into a long-term problem. Here are the main reasons you experience pain during sex and what you can do about it.

1. It's your first time

Losing your virginity is a deeply personal situation. No matter your age or relationship history, many women experience pain the first time that they have sex.

Samantha Petersen, a senior at Minnesota State University, experienced a lot of pain the first time she had sex. “When my cherry was popped, it was very painful and I never wanted to do it again. I realized this was a one time thing and it gets a lot better!”

However, not every first time involves the tearing of your hymen, which can also occur due to injury or exercise. Regardless, from taking it slow to talking with your partner beforehand, there are several ways to make your first time less painful.

At the same time, sex should not be severely painful. "Sex is not supposed to hurt," says Dr. Katherine O’Connell White, MD, MPH and Assistant Professor of OB/GYN at the Boston University School of Medicine. “Sex isn’t always really painful when you start if you’re with a gentle and responding partner. If you take it slow, and especially use lubricant, it doesn't have to hurt. If sex makes you sore, it should be better within a few hours.”

The short story? Don't get stressed out by the horror stories you read online.

2. Your arousal is low

Having a low sex drive can be the result of several factors, ranging from side effects of medications to a hormone problem.

“The most common reason for pain during intercourse is the simplest one - not enough foreplay,” says Dr. White. “The average woman needs 20 to 30 minutes of foreplay before her body is ready for intercourse.” While you might not have this much time (like if your roommate’s getting back from class soon), according to Dr. White, rushing is the worst thing you can do. “If you’re not getting 20 to 30 minutes, when intercourse starts, [your] body isn’t ready.”

Speaking of not-sexy, being as dry as a desert isn’t pleasant, so using lube can help with arousal. “Everyone should use lube,” says Dr. White. “It can be pretty sexy to put it on each other. Lube has a lot of purposes, too. It can be helpful for a handjob and if you’re going to engage in anal intercourse, lube is absolutely essential for it to be safe and pleasurable.”

Using a water-soluble lubricant is recommended by the ACOG if you have experienced "vaginal irritation or sensitivity." Lube can even help with preventing tears in your vaginal tissue, decreasing your stress.

3. You’re stressed out

Whether it’s coming from your end or your partner’s end, a mismatch in sexual desire can often cause stress and pain during intercourse. Sex shouldn’t be something that you’re dreading, and if it is, we recommend talking it out with your partner. If they’re not understanding or willing to communicate, it might be time to evaluate the relationship.

“Anybody who you are considering getting naked with physically, you should feel comfortable with getting naked emotionally,” suggests Dr. White. “Honesty and being direct is the best way to go. Say, for instance, ‘I’m a little bit nervous about sex hurting and I’ve heard that if we take it slow and use lube, that things might be better for me, and I hope that’s okay with you.’”

Amanda Hoffman*, a senior at California Polytechnic State University, was super stressed after getting an intrauterine device (IUD). “I was so nervous that it would either be painful for me or that he'd be able to feel the strings,” she says. “I was in so much pain the entire time that I went to my doctor. She reassured me, telling me that my stress was causing me the pain, not the IUD. Turns out she was right. Once I was able to relax a little, it was enjoyable again.”

While pain during your sex isn’t all in your mind, according to Dr. White, “the mind is a very powerful part of sex too.”

“The more engaged and excited and aroused that you are, the less it is likely to hurt,” she suggests. So, if you’re having any negative feelings, “your body [can] become more tense and less lubricated, causing more discomfort.”

Think about why you’re uncomfortable. “Any kind of sexual play should be with a person you really want to be with,” Dr. White says. “You should be comfortable with what you’re doing. Your body is going to follow your mind, and if you are feeling really happy and secure about what you’re doing, your body will respond to that. Being sure that you’re with the person and the right place doing the things you want to be doing is the best way to reduce stress.”

Have sex when both you and your partner are a little less stressed. There’s no reason to rush.

Related: What to Do When You Like Someone But the Sex is Bad 

4. You’re in the wrong position

Spicing up your sex life isn’t the only reason to try out some new positions. Don’t be hesitant to try them especially if you’re experiencing pain in the current positions that you and your partner tend to use.

“Women being on top is a good position because it lets you control how deep he goes inside you and the speed of sex,” says Dr. White. “Being able to control both of those things will help you stay comfortable at all times during intercourse.”

According to Dr. White, positions with deep penetration might be uncomfortable, like doggy style or the knees-to-ears position. In addition to being on top, she recommends spooning, since it always limits how deeply your S.O. goes.

Veronika, a student at the University of Toronto, says that when she experiences pain during intercourse, it's often because of an awkward position. “It most often happens when my partner's penis isn't angled properly and ends up hitting my cervix,” she says. “This usually happens if my partner's penis is a bit big (oops!) and regular positions like missionary or from behind start to hurt on impact. To remedy this, we usually switch to either me being on top or doing it while we're lying down on our sides.”

Stephanie Murray, a junior at Savannah College of Art Design in Georgia, also recommends trying positions different than missionary. “Missionary, no matter how much foreplay or sexual attraction with my partner, I always bleed.” She believes that ovarian cysts are to blame for her discomfort, which brings us to...

5. You have a health issue

Pain during sex can be the sign of a serious gynecological condition. They're not just ‘women’s troubles’ or something to be taken lightly. If you experience frequent or unusual pain during intercourse or feel any unusual lumps down there, reach out to your doctor. That's what they're there for, after all!

 “Vaginal infections, especially yeast, can lead to pain with intercourse,” says Dr. White. “They tend to have symptoms, particularly vaginal discharge and sometimes odor."

On the other hand are sexually transmitted infections (STIs). “STIs might not have symptoms, but they are harmful. You should be screened for them regularly at least once a year, as soon as you’re engaging in vaginal or anal sexual intercourse, no matter how young you are," Dr. White says.

 Like most things in life, there’s also some middle ground: trichomoniasis. “It’s often lumped with the vaginal infection, but it is an STI that often has symptoms, like an unusual odor and a lot of discharge,” says Dr. White. “If you feel any symptoms, be sure to get evaluated by a clinical professional.”

Sophia Durst* also struggled with pain during sex due to a yeast infection. “I thought yeast infections only caused itching and redness, so at first, my boyfriend and I were really worried,” she says.  “However, I later found out that the burning was just another symptom of a yeast infection and that I should wait until my infection is cleared to have sex again. It's fairly common, so I don't want other girls to be unnecessarily worried!”

Dr. White confirms this. “Vaginal yeast infections are very common,” she says. “When women come into the clinic, if it’s an infection, it’s usually either bacterial vaginosis (BV) or yeast. BV is incredibly common but not a large concern in the sense that it’s not an STI, and it doesn’t have any serious health risks unless someone is pregnant.” 

Dr. White often hears about endometriosis, which she finds is more common with women with very painful periods. According to the National Institute of Health, 11 percent of women have endometriosis, one of the most common and painful reproductive disorders, whether they are aware of it or not.

A retroverted uterus is found in about 47 percent of patients with endometriosis. “Having a retroverted uterus is often not talked about, however,” says Dr. White. “The uterus and cervix are like a seesaw. If the uterus tips back, the cervix tilts up. This isn’t dangerous regarding fertility, but it results in the cervix being bumped easier during intercourse, causing a deep aching or cramping feeling.”

While endometriosis is common, it’s definitely not the only health condition that has pain during sex as a side effect or even the most common.

“Besides infections, a cervical polyp can cause bleeding during sex,” says Dr. White. “This growth inside the cervix which gets irritated during sex is not common in college age women, but it is a possibility. Vulvar pain disorders, not surprisingly, can also cause pain. If you’re experiencing pain with tampons or even tight jeans or light touch in the vulva area, you might also have pain during intercourse.”

As always, before you self-diagnose, be sure to visit your doctor and discuss any issues you're having!

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17 Weird Things Every Short Girl Does

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As a 4’10” college student who stopped growing in the fourth grade, I'm well aware that I'm short AF. There are countless articles and videos about the struggles of being a short gal, but what about all the weird crap we do? Like, seriously—we use an EZ Reacher and Grabber just to get a plate down from the second shelf in the cupboard. Let's face it—short girls do some things a bit differently.

1. Climbing kitchen countertops just to get a cup…

Who even put those up there? 

2. …and subsequently jumping off…


For dramatic effect, obviously.

3. …but secretly imagining that you totally did a back flip off the counter


Because you're on Simone Biles' level (not really, though). 

4. Practicing your snarky comeback to when someone asks you how short you are

Idk, how rude are you? Needless to say, you get into some serious imaginary arguments during your morning shower.

5. Googling the requirements to model kids' clothes

I mean, you're constantly being mistaken for a child anyway. It just isn’t fair that you actually have to be a kid to be a kids' clothing model.

6. Owning and using 400 safety pins on a daily basis

How else are you going to “tailor” your cutoff shorts that somehow still aren’t short enough to fit you? Seriously, who has time to sew anymore?

7. Shopping in the children's section

It’s obviously for your "niece," who’s 276 months old.

8. Walking on your tiptoes when nobody is at home

Clearly, you’re just imagining what life would be like if you were two inches taller, practicing wearing all those Fashion Nova boots you can’t afford to buy yet.

9. You dare yourself to fit into small places and containers

You’ve tried it all, from oversized purses to suitcases to drawers. At least you know for a fact that you can stow away in your bestie’s hiking backpack.

10. Walking across campus behind a tall person to get the sun out of your eyes

It might not be as stylish as wearing sunglasses, but it’s def cheaper. 

11. Or using a tall person as a human shield on a cold winter day

It's a perfect way to protect your hair from the wind.

12.Or hiding behind a group of tall people because you saw your ex across the bar

Sure, the group of taller people (granted, who isn't taller than you?) might get suspicious after while, but it's totally worth it.

13. Having a step stool in every room

They’re the focal point of your apartment at this point.

14. Wearing maxi skirts as dresses

Throw on a waist belt and you’ve got yourself a maxi dress that doesn’t have 40 feet of extra fabric trailing behind you. After all, you have to improvise to be stylish.

15. Telling your friends what age you're claiming to be before you hit up a buffet

The hostess asks you how old you are as soon as you walk in, so why not reap the benefits of the 12-years-and-below price?

16. Bringing seat cushions to a movie theater

Who cares if you’re on a movie date? You need to be able to actually see the movie screen.

17. Measuring yourself to see if you miraculously grew

Growth spurts in your mid-twenties are a thing, right?

A Jury Has Officially Ruled in Favor of Taylor Swift in Her Sexual Assault Trial

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After six days in court and hours of deliberation, a Denver jury has ruled in favor of Taylor Swift in her case against David Mueller, a former radio DJ who allegedly groped her during a meet-and-greet in 2013. The jury ruled that Mueller did assault and batter Swift, and additionally found that her mother and a member of her management team couldn't be blamed for interfering with Mueller's contract, E! News reports.

Upon hearing the verdict, Taylor reportedly turned to tearfully hug her mother and attorneys - it followed a long day of being told by Mueller's lawyer Gabe McFarland that her face in the photo of the meet-and-greet was not "the face of someone who’s had someone grab their butt," and that, "There’s nothing in Taylor Swift’s face to suggest anything is wrong," People says. (I know, I'm as appalled as you are.)

While this is a super victorious moment for Taylor, the singer also acknowledged her privilege in this case as, you know, a super famous millionaire, in a statement to People. 

“I acknowledge the privilege that I benefit from in life, in society and in my ability to shoulder the enormous cost of defending myself in a trial like this," Swift says. "My hope is to help those whose voices should also be heard. Therefore, I will be making donations in the near future to multiple organizations that help sexual assault victims defend themselves."

Taylor will receive her symbolic $1 in damages from Mueller after a two year legal process. Even though no amount of money or legal action can fix what victims go through following sexual assault, it's amazing to see Taylor Swift using her platform to speak up for other women who have been through similar experiences.


Why Going to Community College Was the Best Thing I Ever Did

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By Vaneza Paredes

If someone had told me that I would attend my local community college after I graduated high school, I would have probably replied that they had officially lost their mind. After going to a private school from kindergarten to the end of my senior year in high school, I had been pushed and held at an exceedingly high academic standard. Community college was not even an option suggested by any of the counselors at my private high school. It wasn’t that they thought it was bad, but they certainly assumed that I was far more capable, equipped and ready to be pushed academically at a private university, or state school. And at the time, I had agreed with them. 

I was accepted to a private university in San Francisco, and had received an extremely generous scholarship. But after overcoming personal health battles, and deciding that San Francisco wasn’t the place for me, I moved back home to Los Angeles, and made the decision to enroll in my local community city college. And honestly, it was the best thing I have ever done.

Community college is cheap.

While my family and friends were racking up their student loan debts, my total bill per semester came out to a whopping $30. This meant could pay for my parking permit, textbooks and tuition bill all for around $100. Not bad if you ask me. 

My classes were extremely small.

My professor took roll every day, and took points if we weren’t there—an anomaly situation to my friend who was stuck in massive lecture halls all day. I personally couldn’t learn best in a room full of 300 people, so this was a great help to me academically. 

I had the most amazing professors.

Every community college professor I encountered genuinely loved their job and the college they were working for. I had a professor call me on the phone once for being absent and not emailing her beforehand. I had a music professor who brought her colossal harp up six floors by herself just to perform classical music for us. I had a professor who took us to Hollywood to see a live taping of The Doctors, and we all received free gifts. 

I learned who I really was.

Jumping from major to major at the start of college, I couldn’t settle on what I had wanted to study. One day, as I was walking along the hall to my class, I noticed a flyer advertising a paid teaching internship at a top private elementary school nearby. I applied, and was lucky enough to get the job. It was though that internship that I fell in love with teaching, and discovered my passion for working with young children. If I hadn’t gone to my local community college, I wouldn’t have had that internship, which has opened so many doors for me. 

Going to community college changed my life. It humbled me, and opened my eyes in so many ways. I am now transferring to a private university nearby, and am beyond excited and ready for the new journey that awaits me. It might not have been my ideal "plan," but it all worked out for the very best. 

Even Chrissy Teigen Gets Jealous of Other Women's Bodies on Instagram

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Is there any celeb who keeps it realer than Chrissy Teigen? Whether she's clapping back at Trump via Twitter or dealing with the struggle that is period skin, we've never related to a celeb IRL more. Oh, and her latest comment that has us nodding our heads in unison? Yes, even she gets a major case of social media envy every now and then.

Teigen shared with Hello Giggles at Beauty Con in Los Angeles over the weekend that even she gets jealous looking at other women's bodies in her Instagram feed.

"I’m in a weird phase where I’m jealous of those bodies, but I also really want to be cool with my own body," she said. "I really want to be that person for you all, that says, 'You don’t need that fucking shit.'"

She continued, "My old ass will go on social media, and I will look at the Photoshopping, Facetuning, and the apps - and everything that goes into creating what is now a hit Instagram photo - and I feel insanely inadequate."

Been there, done that. No matter how much you commit to self-love, it's still all too easy to let one scroll through your Instagram feed make you feel as though you're not enough. (Not to mention that many of the images we see on Insta are super curated and edited, only adding to our unrealistic expectations for ourselves.) The solution, according to Chrissy? Sharing more of our real selves on the 'gram.

"Every time I see that other stretch mark, I’m like, 'Girl, yes!' It makes me feel better, and if more of us did that kind of shit, how many people would feel better?" she said.

Girl, AMEN.

 

8 Signs They're Not Actually Looking for a Relationship

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All relationships have different stages of developing. Many of us have heard about the honeymoon and puppy love stages, but what about the commitment stage? This period of stability and seriousness in young couples seems to be fleeting with the rise in popularity of casual sex and low-key relationships. Because of this, people are either too embarrassed to have "the talk" to define the relationship or they tend to stay with people who are just never going to fully commit. If one person is expecting much more than the other, it's going to lead to massive disappointment from the lack of progression in the relationship. Here are some ways to know if you’re with someone with no desire to be your long term serious bae.

1. They only contact you to hook up

This is one of the clearest signs someone is not interested in a full-blown relationship. The difference between hooking up and committed relationship is a mutual understanding that you care about each other and want to spend time with one another outside of the bedroom. Sorry, but sending a “u up?” at 1:50 a.m. might mean they only want one thing, and it’s not a relationship.

2. Going on dates is out of the question

In conjunction with the reason above, dates are obviously not a priority to the noncommittal person. Both planning and showing up to dates requires time, energy and money that this person is not willing to expend. However, you’re allowed to have certain expectations.

Sarah*, a sophomore from Lehigh University, understands this quite well. “I used to hook up with this guy who would only try to hang out in his bedroom or mine,” she says. “He was clearly only interested in sex and not going out more. I moved on.” That’s an explicit example of someone who is simply not looking for something serious, or not looking for something serious with you.

3. They're not interested in meeting your friends or family

Perhaps you thought things were going well and maybe it would be appropriate to invite your hookup buddy to a family gathering or even a friend’s birthday brunch. But instead of attending the function with you, your offer has him or her running for the hills instead. This could be a sign that you’re either moving too fast for them toward a relationship, or they’re simply not interested in taking this step altogether. Healthy relationships involve making memories together and reaching milestones that everyone is comfortable and excited aboutDragging your hookup buddy to meeting your parents they don’t even want to meet is quite the contrast to something wholesome and relationship-worthy.

Getting to know your SO's parents and family is a big deal and should not be taken lightly since these are the people your girlfriend/boyfriend grew up/spends time with. For example, It's normal to have your significant other's parent's phone number once you're in a committed relationship. By the same token, your significant other should want you to meet and get to know the important people in his or her life as well. Committed people are immersing their lives together, and that usually involves meeting the people they spend time with on the regular.

4. Spending holidays together will never happen

As holidays approach, it starts to become a bit clearer if someone is interested in being with you long-term. Spending a holiday together might seem like a harmless offer, but it might be too big of a step for them to handle. Perhaps getting drunk together at a 4th of July barbecue seemed casual and non-committal at first, but having your family ask them what they want to do with their life might scare them away. Sophie*, a sophomore at Lehigh University, says she once "went to a holiday party with a guy who ended up crying about his ex saying he needed to figure himself out before fully moving on." She thinks the act of spending holidays together was a step taken too soon. Even if it’s a simple event, holiday parties are typically somewhere you can show off your SO–which is definitely not a place a person not willing to commit would want to go.   

Related:5 Signs You Really Are Afraid of Commitment 

5. They only communicate through Snapchat or text

In a world where connecting and conversing has never been easier with the help of smart phones, avoiding committed relationships have also become a norm among young millennials. Rachna, a freshman from Dartmouth College experienced someone who only “texted or Snapchated but never wanted to meet up in person.” The famous beginning stage of relationships known as “talking” – where both parties are communicating mainly through their phones – is common in this day and age, but when this stage never evolves into more intimate meetups, couples tend to fall into a lingo of remaining “together, but not like dating.” You want to avoid this if you’re looking for a relationship. Hint:it’s not that romantic to get a text first if that’s all you get from them.

6. Conversations are mostly about hooking up

Maybe you do extend your conversations outside of the realm of Snapchat and iMessage, but what is the actual quality of your discussions? Is the content mostly about sex and the next time you’re going to do it? If so, remember that a healthy relationship has a lot to do with caring about the well-being of the other person. There’s much more substance to learn about your SO than just their sexual preferences, and if someone is not willing to learn about that, then they are probably not willing to be in a relationship.

7. They send you mixed signals

Maybe you don't resonate with the obvious signs of noncommittal reasons above, but something still doesn't feel right. One day your significant other is saying how he can see you in his future, but he doesn't bother taking you to his brother's wedding. Phoebe, a sophomore from Lehigh University experienced this early on when a guy "said cute things one day and I thought it was flirting, but then the next day he'll treat me like a bro. And the next interaction is flirty again. It's like the most confusing thing until I finally realized it wasn't going to happen." If what he says doesn't measure up exactly to how he's treating you, it's a sign that he has no intention of a serious relationship.

8. They are scared of typical relationship milestones

This one is a big one for people who are technically "dating," but one person's needs are not being met entirely. Partially to blame is the #goals tag on Instagram filled with couples holding hands in exotic places and kissing expensive jewelry together. Contrary to popular belief you don't need to do this! However, it's perfectly normal to post pictures online of you and your SO. It's 2017! Not only should you feel comfortable sharing photos of your relationship, but your significant other should be comfortable with it as well. No one should feel the need to validate their relationship online, but it's quite normal to create memories together in a healthy manner. Some normal committed relationship behavior involves taking photos, planning future trips, buying gifts in advance. Basically, it's a good sign if they're not afraid of seeing you in their future plans. If your partner tends to back away when things get too relationship-y and public, then maybe it's a sign they aren't looking for a serious relationship after all.

Relationships are about being comfortable and happy with the arrangement. If you’ve read this feeling defeated that you or your potential SO is probably not looking for a relationship, don’t sweat it. Sometimes the timing – or even the person – isn’t right. There is no perfect way to enter into a relationship, but there are healthy habits. If you’re experiencing any of the above and you’re not happy with it, it’s okay to speak your mind. Good luck!

*Names have been changed.

Your Next Uber May Offer Free Sheet Masks & Other Beauty Products

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If you're lucky, you've maybe had your Uber driver hand you a free bottle of water or an aux cord (the best kind of Uber driver, TBH). But what if we told you that your next ride may come with snacks, necessities like phone chargers and even free beauty products? Yes, this is real life.

Refinery29 reports that a new startup called Cargo is working with drivers on Uber, Lyft, Juno and Via to add mini vending machines stocked with all the essentials including snacks, pain relievers, tissues, gum, phone chargers and beauty products to cars. All you need to do to get the goods is pull up the Cargo app, pick what you want and your Uber driver grabs them for you from his or her prepacked Cargo box.

The most important part about all of this? While you'll probably shell out around $5 for pretty much everything else, all beauty products are free - seriously. The app is starting with offering just one, a green tea sheet mask from Korean beauty brand Leaders, they're planning to offer more in the near future. It's kind of a win-win situation: riders get free beauty products they may have forgotten at home while on the go, and brands you might not have otherwise discovered get to offer samples of their products.

So basically, the next time your Uber is caught in so much traffic you think you might not make it out alive, you might just be able to use the extra time for a little self-care.

10 Schools We WISH We Were Going to This Fall

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Don’t get us wrong—we’re excited to go back to school. We love our college, and we can’t wait to see all of our friends and meet new people. All we’re saying is, getting back into homework, exams and dining hall food would be a little more bearable if we were going to one of these (sadly) fictional schools.

1. Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry

We wish our course load consisted of Charms, Transfiguration, Defense Against the Dark Arts and flying lessons! Not to mention living in a gorgeous castle, enjoying a delicious start-of-term feast and taking weekend trips to Hogsmeade. Seriously, where is our Hogwarts letter?

2. Constance Billard School for Girls

We really don’t want to go back to high school, but if we went to an elite private school in New York City we might be okay with it. The uniforms would even be bearable, because we could flirt with the guys at St. Judes and hang out in the gorgeous courtyard between classes.

3. Octavian Country Day 

Seriously, why wasn’t our middle school experience this fabulous? We definitely had to deal with mean girls, but our sense of style still isn’t as on point as the girls in the Pretty Committee. Sigh.

4. Rydell High 

Living in the '50s would be pretty great—style wise, at least. The guys wore leather jackets, and for girls, leggings totally counted as pants! Plus, at Rydell High everyone is always singing, dancing and having a good time!

5. Bronson Alcott High 

At Bronson Alcott High there are tons of beautiful people, the parties are actually fun and there never seems to be any homework. Count us in!

6. North Shore High 

Yes, this school is kind of awful, but there always seems to be something going on! And with Tina Fey as our math teacher, we’d totally pay attention in class. Unless we got distracted by Aaron Samuels, that is.

7. Sunnydale High 

This high school might sit on the Hellmouth, but at least life is never boring! We would love to spend our time with the Scooby Gang. If we can’t be Buffy, we’d like to at least be one of her best friends.

8. East High 

A high school where everyone is talented and people actually care about extracurriculars? We’d like to go there. We could even get used to breaking into song every few minutes... if Zac Efron was our duet partner.

9. Shermer High 

We don’t actually get to see this school in session, but does it really matter? We all want to live in a John Hughes film, after all.

10. Horace Green Preparatory School 

This one is pretty self-explanatory. Our homework would be to listen to great music, we’d go on a field trip to the Battle of the Bands and Jack Black would be our teacher. We repeat, Jack Black would be our teacher.

Unfortunately, we can’t attend any of these fictional schools. So it’s a good thing we love our university of choice—even if it’s not Hogwarts.

When the Guy You Like Has a Girlfriend, Nothing Makes Sense

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Since I never actually told you how I felt, I guess it’s more my own fault than yours. Everything was too complicated and it wouldn’t have made a difference, so in the end I just didn’t say anything. But on the other hand, I didn’t really try to hide it, either. At least, I didn’t think I did. Maybe how I felt wasn’t as obvious as I thought it was, but every time you looked at me I just hoped you’d realize. 

It sucks watching the person you love give his love to someone else. In my mind she’ll never be the one for you. She couldn’t be—because I am. In my mind, you’re making a huge mistake. So I thought about fighting for you, thought about biting the bullet and telling you how I felt, thought about the way you might tell her you were sorry and that she's great but you were in love with someone else. I thought about it, but didn’t do it.

Maybe what’s meant to be really will be, and maybe she makes you happier than I would, so I tried not to think about you. I tried to act like it wasn't killing me to see you with her, like it didn't affect me. I tried to ignore the lump in my throat every time your mom brought up her name or the feeling in my stomach when I saw you two together. I thought that maybe if I ignored it, it would go away.

It hasn’t gone away.

I’m at a loss. I can’t decide if I should try to wait it out or try to move on. Even the prospect of dating anyone else seems impossible. It's unfair—you have me wrapped around your finger, and you have no idea.

It just doesn't make sense to me. How can someone who makes me feel the way you do be meant for somebody else? When I asked you what your type was and you described me to a T, did you even realize? How can all of our shared laughs, and car rides, and singing along to country music in your truck, and lingering looks and hesitant touches not mean anything at all? How does all of that add up to a relationship with somebody else?

8 Signs Law School Might Be Right For You

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Deciding whether or not to attend grad school can be a tough decision. There’s so much to consider, like should you pursue a different area of study or should you specialize further? Are you financially prepared to go back to school and will the benefits pay off professionally in the future? Assuming you’ve already gotten past these questions and have decided you’re up for the challenge, you might be thinking of heading to law school. A good way to tell if this is really something you want to pursue is to take the LSAT, which is typically required for admission and is similar to business school’s GMAT requirement. If you enjoy studying for the LSAT, you will most likely enjoy law school. But just in case you need a little more to go on, here are a few signs that law school might be right for you.

1. You’re not intimidated by hundreds of pages worth of reading

Sure, Elle Woods made it look easy but the reality is that law school demands long hours in the library scouring enormous legal textbooks and limitless case files. Being a quick reader will be a strong asset no doubt, but being a smart reader will get you even further. This means you know how to take apart a reading: identify the key points, draw relevant conclusions and highlight the parts you know you’ll need to revisit later on. If nothing makes you happier than stacks of books filled with color-coded reading notes, this is the degree program for you!

2. You are incredibly organized; attention to detail is one of your strengths

Speaking of color-coding your notes, you’ll need to be a master organizer to get through this without too many Elle Woods-inspired, mascara-smudging meltdowns. Legal expert Victoria Shtainer says, “Law school forces you to think on your toes and, most of the time, out loud. It’s going to require you to handle multiple storylines and facts.” To keep track of everything you encounter on a daily basis—facts, dates, figures, definitions of legal jargon, case studies and their verdicts—you’ll need to have a study system that works for you. Organization, discipline and razor-sharp focus are just a few traits that every law-school hopeful should possess.

3. You have excellent time management skills

On average, attending law school full-time can take about three years; that’s three years of demanding course loads, often well into your prime, young adult years. While your friends are hanging out at the newest brunch spot, backpacking across Central America or even getting married and starting families, you’ll probably be glued to your work. Shtainer warns, “It's a grueling lifestyle and you're going to be spending most of your time studying, writing and interning,” so you’ll need to plan your days and nights accordingly.

Lawyer Setara Qassim says that she was completely unprepared for the time commitment that law school exams demanded. “Having been a procrastinator throughout undergrad at UCLA, literally waiting the night before any exam to actually begin studying or pulling last minute all-nighters to write term papers, while managing a social life going to every hot Hollywood club and having a boyfriend, my first year of law school was a complete shock.” Qassim graduated from UCLA with a 3.9 GPA, but she quickly learned that law school would be a bit more challenging. She recalls, “I was promptly given my first D,” after studying only the night before an exam. Fortunately, it gets easier=. Once you get past your first year, Qassim says things are much more manageable because you get to narrow your interests. She chose to focus on criminal law.

4. You’re not afraid to stand up for what you believe in

This is a big one. A successful law student—and a successful attorney—is passionate about their beliefs. You got into this because you wanted to fight on behalf of those who can’t fight for themselves. Maybe you want to save the environment or maybe family law is your one true calling. Whatever it is, you’ll need to be ready to defend your position and convince others that they should too.  A good way to know if this is something you enjoy is to try out extracurricular or volunteer activities with an emphasis on advocacy. Legal career consultant and former practicing lawyer Cheryl Heisler notes that this is important for more than one reason. “Having a [specific] passion for some area of the law or subject matter will motivate you when the going gets tough,” she explains. Pursuing a career as a legal expert is no easy task; you’re going to need to keep some end goal in sight at every step of your journey.

5. You jump at any chance to analyze a problem from all viewpoints

Even though you’re a stickler for what you believe in, you’re still able to step back and offer an outsider’s perspective when needed. Your ability to dissect complicated situations and determine the best outcome for everyone involved will come in handy during and after law school. Associate attorney Lauren Bushman says, “[Even before attending law school] I usually saw both sides of a problem, especially when friends were having conflicts, and the ability to see the shades of grey instead of black and white really helped my analysis in law school.” In fact, she suggests this is useful even if you decide later on not to pursue a career in law. “Law school was so much more for me than learning how to be a lawyer. I would encourage anyone who wants to further develop their ability to analyze a situation from all sides to attend law school. Whether or not you become a lawyer, a law degree not only teaches you about the law, but also really teaches you how to think.”

6. You have excellent critical writing skills…but you don’t want to go into journalism

You love to write but you’re more interested in building a logical argument than in telling a human-interest story, or maybe you have major concerns about the future of digital journalism and want to veer on the more stable side of things. That’s what attorney editor Jennifer Kain Kilgore was thinking when she graduated in 2009 with a bachelor’s degree in journalism. “This was right around when everything was going from print to digital. Reporters were expected not only to be writers, but also editors, photographers and designers. I decided that I didn't want to be a juggler,” she says. Kilgore credits her legal writing skills to her law professors, who helped her think more critically and present a more persuasive, written argument. Now, she says, “I use my writing and editing skills as an attorney editor, so I make sure that the information provided in the articles is legally sound. It is the perfect niche, and I am very happy.”

7. You are not only confident but also highly competitive

Confidence is a must in any line of work. You should always strive to be proud of who you are and what you represent. In law school, this is especially important when you need to stand your ground in an argument and when you feel like your enthusiasm for your program might be waning. You’ll need to cast any self-doubt away and remind yourself that you can do it! We all get down sometimes, but if you’re going to make it out of law school in one piece, you’ll need an extra dose of staying power. Being confident in your skills will also help you develop a tough skin when it comes to losses, which you are bound to face at some point in your career. According to Heisler, both “the will to win and the ability not to take it personally when you lose” are essential to your success. If you’re not one to shy away from conflict out of fear or insecurity, then law school will only help you become a stronger negotiator.

8. You interned at a law firm and loved it!

This is probably the best way to know if law school is right for you. You wouldn’t buy a car without test-driving it, so why commit to a three-year degree program that comes with its fair share of financial and mental demands without testing it out first? Attorney Alexis Moore says her biggest piece of advice for law-school hopefuls is to get real life experience before diving headfirst. “Work with attorneys, with lawyers and in the legal profession. See what the career holds before you get saddled down with the heavy financial burden of law school. Learn what life is like after law school…passing the bar is only part of it.” Moore says that her experiences working as a lay person in a law office, victims’ advocate and risk management consultant helped her prepare for a career in law. Because of this, she adds, “I knew [going in] that most attorneys are not millionaires so watching shows like Suits is fun but they’re not the reality.”

Related: What to Do If You Change Your Mind About Grad School

It’s important to remember that, although these are generally required traits for a profession in the legal field, there are many different types of lawyers. Personal injury lawyer, Tina Willis, says, “From those who draft wills in non-adversarial settings, to corporate merger negotiators, to the toughest trial lawyers, so many different personality types could be well-suited for practicing law.”

Still, law school is a major life commitment—financially, emotionally and even physically (if you have to move for your program)—but like any other degree program, it represents an opportunity to strengthen your professional portfolio and to grow as a more accomplished, more determined individual. It may not be the best decision for everyone, but if any of the above categories describes you perfectly, it might be something worth considering.


You Can Now Shop the Iconic Outfits Rachel Lindsay Wore on Nick Viall's Season of 'The Bachelor'

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Even though Rachel Lindsay's season of The Bachelorette is over (still in shock over the ending!), we're still keeping up with Rachel – especially her closet. The newly-engaged beauty has partnered with thredUP to sell some of her iconic outfits she wore on Nick Viall's season of The Bachelor. Out with the old, in with the new, right? 

“I’m cleaning out my closet and selling my clothes from Nick’s season on resale site thredUP.com to get a fresh start with my new fiancé," Rachel told thredUP. "I’m excited for me and Bryan to be a normal couple, and I’m so glad I finally get to wear the engagement ring he picked for me!"

She's selling everything from that killer white bodysuit she wore on their one-on-one date in New Orleans to the earrings she wore meeting Nick for the first time, along with over 50 other items. Each piece even has an accompanying description written by Rachel herself to explain some of the Bachelor-related memories she has with that item!

The best part is that all of the proceeds will be donated directly to the ACLU, and thredUP will even be matching every dollar! Not only will Rachel be getting rid of some old reminders of a not-so-great time (getting your heartbroken on national television can't be fun) while allowing us to have direct access to her closet, but she's doing it all for a great cause. This makes me love her even more!

“I’m an advocate of spreading love not hate! I do think this season of The Bachelorette took a step forward, but it also highlighted that there are still close-minded people in the world," Rachel says. "I’m thrilled that the clothing I’m selling on thredUP.com will support the ACLU, an organization close to my heart that fights against hate and ignorance."

thredUP plans to continue the "Shop Her Closet" series where notable women can sell their iconic clothing to raise money for a good cause. I can't wait to see who else opens their closet for us! 

How to Meet Guys as a Freshman Girl

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Forget about first exams and getting to know your randomly picked roommates…one of the most intimidating things to navigate as a newly enrolled freshman collegiette is the on-campus dating scene. In high school, it was easy to meet guys who already lived in your hometown. But in college, the dating rules are different, and it’s not always so easy to meet guys. Where can you find them? How do you impress them? How do you avoid being dismissed by them as just another frat party-hopping freshman girl? We’ve asked girls and guys across the country about the first-year college dating scene to bring you this tell-all guide on how to meet guys as a freshman girl(and how not to be that freshman).

Where to meet him:House parties

Maybe it was his slick dance moves or his mad flip-cup skills, but whatever it was, it’s thrown you head over heels for this Campus Cutie. So how do you get his attention? Katie King from Western Michigan University says that steering clear of the row upon row of frat houses and opting instead to hit up house parties can be a great way to meet older college guys and stand out from crowds of freshman girls. “A ton of freshman girls go to the frats, but that is what kind of makes you stick out as a freshman,” Katie says. “Talk to tons of people and try to go out with them. House parties are usually the best place to meet older guys.” House parties tend to be a more intimate setting for meeting guys: there are usually fewer people there and so it’s easier to chat up that cutie!

How to impress him

Be fun and flirty! Just remember that there’s a fine line between being the life of the party and being “that party girl” (LiLo, anyone?). Zachary from Wake Forest University says you should be careful about hooking up with too many guys too quickly or you’ll end up with a reputation that reaches all the way to the upperclassmen. “I guess if hooking up is what you’re all about, then have at it,” Zachary says. “But it doesn’t make you look good when you’ve hooked up with all my friends by the end of fall semester.” In other words: keep it classy, collegiettes!

Related: 7 Common Myths About Your Freshman Year

Where to meet him: Tailgates and games

Sure, we’re all swooning over the quarterback of the football team or the captain of the ice hockey team, but what about that cute friend of a friend you meet while tailgating? Tailgates and sports games can be the best places to meet guys (the ones who aren’t sweating up their uniforms)!

How to impress him

If there’s one thing that guys love to talk about, it’s sports, so why not strike up a convo about the game, the teams playing, and the players on the field? Even if you know zip about the sport, take that as your opportunity to chat him up for info like Emily from the University of Mississippi did. Emily met her freshman year boyfriend through her sorority sister at a tailgating party. “Tailgating is big down here at Ole Miss,” Emily says. “But it’s funny, because coming from New England, I really didn’t know a whole lot about Southern football teams. So he tried to explain what was going on out on the field, we ended up talking for the whole game, and he asked me out. We’re still dating three years later and now, tailgating is our favorite thing to do!” If all goes well, you'll have a date for next game! And even if he’s from another nearby school and you’re rooting for opposite teams, that only brings up the opportunity for you to use this perfect betting line: “If my team wins, you’re taking me to dinner!”

Where to meet him: Dorm halls and study lounges

If you’re looking for guys, what better place to start than with the guy next door? Kema Christian-Taylor from Harvard University says that the common room in the dorm was always a hotspot for scoping out hotties. “I would always go down to my dorm's common room, no matter what the hour!” Kema says. “It was rarely ever empty, and def a hot spot on Friday and Saturday nights after everyone had finished partying, but didn't want to go to bed yet!”

How to impress him

The great thing about dorms – and especially dorm lounges – is that there is always something happening right down the hall, whether a group of your guy hallmates are watching a movie or playing a video game (in which case, you can show off your mad gaming skills at Mario Kart playing as Yoshi)! Dorms are a great way to meet, get to know, and hang out with other guys who are living in your dorm.

Where to meet him: Classes and labs (or in-between)!

If that broodingly handsome cutie in your chemistry class is making eyes at you across the lecture hall, spark some chemistry of your own by approaching him in class. Amelia* from the University of Michigan says that even waiting in between classes can be a perfect time to approach guys. “I would grab a quick bite to eat in between classes sometimes and random guys would come sit by me,” she says. “One time I was reading a magazine and a guy approached me and said, ‘[T]alking is more fun than that, right?’ I laughed and let him sit with me. Although it never went anywhere, I did enjoy talking to him.”

How to impress him

There are plenty of ways to approach a guy in class. Nab him as your lab partner, work on a group project with him, or, as Claire from Ohio State University suggests, “Ask for his notes!” Offer to study for the upcoming exam with him. While you’re at it, offer to meet him for coffee post-cram sesh or pre-lecture. As girls, we can be intimidated by asking a guy out, but being upfront and confident is always sexy. “There’s no harm in making the first move, ladies!” says Bill Feldman from Emory University.

Where to meet him: Student clubs and off-campus activities

You might be the shy type, or maybe you’re not into the party scene on campus. It’s still easy to meet guys thanks to student clubs, sports teams, and other extracurricular groups. Odds are that you’ll want to start writing for your college newspaper, or maybe you’ll want to try your hand at juggling – either way, there are countless different groups for you to join, and freshman year is the perfect time to do so!

How to impress him

Joining as many social organizations as you can is the best way to meet guys who already share the same interests as you. You’ll know that you’ll have at least one thing in common and you can impress him with your skills. Even if that first date with him doesn’t work out, you at least found a group where you can do something you enjoy (and possibly where you can meet other guys who love dancing, foreign films, or kayaking just as much as you do).

What’s most important to keep in mind about freshman year is that as a freshman, you should experience all that the college dating scene has to offer. When there’s so much to discover about being a new collegiette on campus, serious boyfriend-hunting shouldn’t take a big priority. And if you do snag a Campus Cutie your first year, don’t be distressed if the relationship doesn’t work out. It can be limiting being tied down in a relationship, anyway, and college can be the best time in your life to live it up as a single lady!

*Names have been changed.

Mindy Kaling Confirms She's Pregnant & Opens Up About Becoming a Mom

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I’m sure you’ve heard the rumors about Mindy Kaling being pregnant, and if you’re anything like me, you're already making a list of baby names for her. Finally, after weeks of speculation, Mindy confirmed she's expecting and opened up about becoming a mom.

In an interview with Willie Geist onSunday TODAY, Mindy said she’s “really excited” and can’t wait to criticize other parents’ parenting. "It’s so easy to criticize parenting until you’re a parent, so one of the nice things about becoming a parent is that I’ll be able to openly criticize other parenting because I will have a child," she joked.

 

@ikebarinholtz's friend, Willie Geist came to #themindyproject set for something really cool!

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Mindy also explained how she feels about becoming a mother. “It’s so unknown to me. I have a lot of control over a lot of aspects of my life, and this is one where I’m like, ‘OK, it’s out of my hands,’ which is kind of a fun feeling.”

The Mindy Project star had some beautiful things to say about her own mother, who passed away in 2012, and how she'll influence her parenting style. “My mom was incredibly fierce and so devoted to us, just loved us and really wanted us to be happy no matter what we did. If I could give that to my child, just that open-mindedness, I’d be so happy.”

And now we're all crying. Congratulations, Mindy! We can't wait to see you as a mom.

Jennifer Lawrence Is Trying to Identify Charlottesville Protestors on Facebook

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Jennifer Lawrence is the kind of celebrity I just love—she’s funny and super talented, and she consistently fights for a better world. This week has been no different.

On Monday, J. Law publicly denounced the actions of white supremacists and neo-Nazis in Charlottesville, Va. over the weekend. She wrote on Facebook, "These are the faces of hate. Look closely and post anyone you find. You can’t hide with the internet you pathetic cowards!"

As always happens when you mix celebrities and social media, haters are going to hate—or, in this case, racists are going to be racists. According to Refinery29, Jennifer's post received comments like, “Stay out of politics and make me my new hunger games movie!!!" and "You live in a country with free speech, not what ever appeals to your fragile sense of snowflake-ism.” Disgusting.

Telling someone to stay out of politics in 2017 is basically telling them to give up their rights. Celebrities like J. Law often use their platforms to fight injustice, and rightfully so. It gives people hope in a world full of hatred, bigotry and gaslighting. We all should be standing up and fighting for what’s right—not staying quiet and ignoring what's happening in the world around us. 

Back to School Shopping Guide for the Student That's Always Involved

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As a collegiette that’s always involved, you’re familiar with feeling connected to your school community, bouncing from one event to another and participating in activities that fuel your passions. However great all that is, you’re also much busier than most, which means you need gear that can help you stay organized in your active lifestyle! Whether you’re enjoying a weekend getaway with your sorority sisters or balancing three extracurricular meetings in a row, these essentials from Moleskine are our top recommendation for helping you stay efficient this year.

1. Smart Writing Set 

Taking notes for class can feel so tedious, especially when you’re sharing them between friends and trying to stay organized for studying later. That’s why we’re so excited about the Moleskine Smart Writing Set, because it’s truly revolutionary. Complete with the Moleskine Paper Tablet, Pen+ and companion app, you can transfer your notes on a page to the digital screen. Say goodbye to long nights spent retyping your notes on your computer, because this set transcribes handwritten pages right into a Word doc. It can also record sound with the pen in case you just want to write notes later. What are you waiting for? Girl, get on this!

2. 18-Month Planner

For a collegiette involved as you, you definitely need more than 365 days of space to plan. Normal calendars just don’t cut it at this point! For a planner that’s worthy of your schedule, why not try the Moleskine 18-Month Planner? Penciling in your due dates, study time and weekend adventures just got ~so~ much more efficient.

3.Coloured Notebook 

Whether you’re taking minutes at a meeting or just wanting to jot down some creative thoughts between classes, you need trusted notebook that will carry you through. Instead of picking something drab from the university store, consider a Moleskine Coloured Notebook instead. Honestly, this class essential is at the top of our shopping list, and we love all the colorful options too.

4. Classic Backpack

Long days on campus call for backpack that’s comfy, with tons of pockets and laptop storage space. Not to mention, it would be great to find one that dresses your outfit up instead of down. Our pick for your campus companion is the Moleskine Classic Backpack. Plus, how stylish are these color options?!

5. Limited Edition Denim Notebook 

Besides having the basics in your school supply arsenal, try adding something a bit more high-fashion to your collection. Whether you’re a freshman or a senior, one of the limited-edition notebooks by Moleskine will be the cherry on top of this school year. We love this notebook decked out in denim, and are so ready to start filling the pages! However, if denim isn’t for you, Moleskine has a huge variety online Limited Editions too, so you can definitely find the notebook that screams “you.”

6. Journey Hard Pouch 

Since you’re always involved and seeking a new adventure, why not have a pouch that represents that side of your personality?  This Journey Hard Pouch is available in multiple sizes, and depending on which you choose it can hold your tablet, iPhone or even just some credit cards. We think it’s perfect for every type of adventure you’ll encounter in college. Talk about some serious wanderlust vibes!

7. Travel Light 

A busy social and academic life guarantees you’ll definitely be spending some weekends away or staying up to late to complete your homework. That’s why a travel light like this one from Moleskine is a must for the times you’re working late or are not in your dorm. Throw it in your backpack or overnight bag, and it will be so handy to have on hand for late-night study sessions, or turn this on instead of your overhead lamp so you don’t disturb your roomie.

8. Tool Belt 

Saying goodbye to summer and heading back to college means it’s time to give your school supplies a major efficiency update. We recommend upgrading your notebook game and finding something that functions beyond just notetaking and journaling. Something like this Moleskine Tool Belt is perfect for wrapping around the front of your notebook, and helping you carry your classroom essentials. Stick your pens, phone and some cash right in the pockets, and you automatically have a revamped notebook that can keep up with your on the go lifestyle.

It’s clear that whatever you’re juggling, Moleskine has your back. We hope your life can be made a little easier and more efficient with these handy supplies, and that your year will be off to a magnificent start. Happy back to college season, collegiettes!

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