Ring in the summer
We’ve all heard that our bodies are temples, so why not decorate them? Instead of new wall art, furniture and shelves, accessorize yourself. And there is no better item to start with than rings.
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We’ve all heard that our bodies are temples, so why not decorate them? Instead of new wall art, furniture and shelves, accessorize yourself. And there is no better item to start with than rings.
School’s out. You have no job, no internship and no major prospects for the summer. Things aren’t sounding too good for you. Instead of lounging around in your sweats, try your hand at a few DIY projects to keep yourself occupied and looking cool.
Sunglasses are magical. I’m convinced of this. How else do you explain why they make you instantly feel cooler the moment you put them on. In order to look hot and stay cool this summer the right sunglasses are a must. Here are a few guidelines to help you pick the perfect pair.
The best items in a wardrobe aren’t the most expensive ones, they’re the ones that are the most versatile.
Sometimes the Oaks Mall just doesn’t cut it when you’re trying to shop on a budget, or find new pieces that are a little off the radar. That’s the moment when you have to turn around, walk out and on a hunt for new stores. Gainesville definitely has some gems that a worth checking out, not only for clothes, but other great trinkets as well.
What’s life without a little rivalry. Over spring break, I decided to see what this East Coast and West Coast quarrel was all about. I set off to Los Angeles to scope out the situation in a who wore it better challenge.
Once undergrad is done, the next step in the natural progression of life would be to move to New York with some friends, right? We’ve been enchanted for so long by television shows about life in the city. From Brooklyn hipsters to the wealthy Upper Eastside kids, shows like “Sex and the City,” “Gossip Girl” and “The City” have given us an unrealistic slice of life portrayal. And clothing is no exception in this, in fact, it makes up so much of the wow factor with these programs.
“Who’s that girl? Who’s that girl? It’s Jess!” FOX’s “New Girl” has only been on the air for two seasons, yet it already has a cult following. It wasn’t hard to fall in love with the antics of Schmidt, Cece, Nick, Winston and Jess. Although each character has his or her moments, there is something undeniably enduring about Jess. She’s weird. We love it.
When my roommates and I decided to take a weekend trip to Savannah, GA, we didn’t have much of a reason to go aside from our need for adventure and a change of scenery. “Savannah is absolutely beautiful.” “Savannah has a great atmosphere.” “Savannah is so hipster.” We heard people say over and over, so why not check it out for ourselves.
As entertaining as television shows can be, there’s always a little bit of a downside. The show ends, and you realize that all of the cute clothes you’ve seen aren’t going to appear in your closet. They are either way to expensive, or you simply don’t know where to look. I know it’s hard out there for a fashion junkie, but here is a way to make it easier.
When we’re young, we hear that rules are there for a reason, and once we reach our rebellious stage we spend our time testing out the validity of those rules. But when it comes to fashion, an outlet for expression, why is it that so many outdated rules are still being followed? Well, as of 2013, I say we get a little rebellious and put an end to them.
I’m sure you’ve all figured out that the Mayans were wrong. So, I guess since we’re all stuck here a little while longer we might as well go shopping. Being that it’s a new year, there are all new trends to be followed and new accessories to fill our wardrobes with. Spring 2013 means that white is back, florals reign supreme and funky accessories are still standing strong.
Gel nails— they’re the traditional manicure with a twist. After decades of domination by the acrylic nail, a new leader is staging a take-over.
Wedge sneaker. No, I did not make a typo. These two words actually go together to describe one real item. I was shocked to see that this shoe-hybrid was a real thing and not something out of my nightmares. However, I was even more confused to see that this mullet of footwear was actually considered a serious trend to follow.
It’s almost that time of the year again for lighting the menorah, decking the halls and staying as far away from the mistletoe as possible when your stage-five clinger is around. But don’t let it also be a time for your wardrobe to take a nose-dive. Once finals are over, there is no excuse for your sweatpants and hoodies to leave your home. Don’t just stick with the ordinary red and green or blue and white combo, shake things up with some sparkle and shine.
Stripes. On shirts, on shoes, on dresses or even sweaters, these little lines of color always remain fashionable despite the season. This fall and winter is no different.
A sea of “jorts” and barely there tops flood the swamp. Orange and blue are the only colors that can be seen for miles. It’s a Gator gameday.
Its name pretty much says it all — UGG. Although the UGG brand makes a variety of footwear (not all of them atrocious), the most commonly seen style is the Classic UGG boot. Every year when the weather starts to cool down and people begin swapping their shorts and tank tops for jackets and scarves, I’m always baffled at how many people still cling to their UGGs.
It’s true that trends come and go, but there are times when some seem to have a longer moment in the spotlight than others. Color blocking has been around for decades, resurfacing every once in awhile for a new group of trendsetters. But this time around, it has been standing its ground for a couple of seasons. If this trend isn’t new to you, great, you’re already set. If you’re just catching on, better late than never.
It’s been hot and nasty — the weather that is. According to the calendar, it’s supposed to be fall, and Gainesville seems to have only just gotten the memo. Although we’re still wearing our sheer tops and shorts, fall will come around in force eventually. Therefore, it’s never too early to prepare. There are so many items that should be included in a fall wardrobe, but nothing is more important than a great sweater.