Equal Time Fall 2014

EQUALTIME FALL 2014

FEMINISM DEFINING THE MODERN MOVEMENT THE

Perfect Mixed Drink

AT HOME, ON YOUR OWN —

RELAX

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UNWIND

MEDITATION MADE EASY —

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Beauty Upgrades FOUND IN YOUR FRIDGE —

BAKE A CAKE

WHITE HOT WINTER SLEEK METALLICS + SPARKLY SEQUINS + CRISP WHITES + CHUNKY KNITS

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FA L L 2014

Editor’s Letter

AN UNSTOPPABLE FORCE

E di t or-i n-Ch i ef Julia Naftulin – @jnaftulin E x e c u t i v e E ditor Abby Maddigan – @abbymaddigan Ma nag i ng E di tor Kayla Isaacs – @klatude Cre at i v e Dir ector Jordan Firkey – @jordanfirkey L i f e s t y l e Di r ector Taylor Lupo – @tayylorluppo3 L i f e s t y l e E di tor Emma McAnaw – @emmcanaw H e a lt h Dir ector Juliana LaBianca – @j_labianca H e a lt h E ditor Emma Melamed – @emmamelamed B e au t y Dir ector Amanda Etkind – @amandabetkind

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lashback to 2008, the night of my first high school homecoming dance: dressed in a blue ombré spaghetti strap dress, I stand between my two best friends Ashley and Jess, in Ashley’s perfectly coordinated blackand-pink bedroom. Our parents snap photos, cooing in unison, “You girls look so pretty!”

Since seventh grade, Ashley’s room has been a place of solace. When I walk through the door, I know I’ll always find her overstuffed closet (she’s a self-proclaimed shopaholic) and her world’s largest gummy bear (I swear, it’s a real thing). More than that, I’ll always find the girls who empower me to be the best version of myself every day.

Like a great gal pal, Equal Time is always here for you. During a hectic week, de-stress with our simple meditation guide (page 8). If you’re looking to indulge, we’ve got you covered with a few holiday mug cake recipes (page 41).

And with the recent buzz surrounding the word ‘feminism,’ we’re here with the details about what it really means (page 30).

In our formal dresses and too-high heels, Ashley, Jess, and I marched toward our high school’s doors. Looking back, I may have been an awkward teen, but with my girls by my side, I felt unstoppable. As you flip through Equal Time, I hope you feel unstoppable, too. xoxo,   

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Fall 2014

CONTENTS

O N TH E COV ER

34 ICE QUEEN

Stand out in sparkly & sleek pieces this winter

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8

MIX 101

Get your drink on, at home and in style

A BEGINNE R’S GUIDE TO ME DITATIO N Find your zen now

LI FEST YLE

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ONIONS, MUSHROOMS, & GARLIC—OH MY !

14 Go Nuts

Protect and repair your winter staples

The rise of nut and seed-based foods

6 Meet the Parents

Healthy flavored water recipes

7 Balancing Act

Four simple money management tips

HEALTH

15 Do Yourself a Flavor

B E AU T Y 17 Apply With Caution

Beware of these products’ potential negative effects

18 Winter Warrior

10 Down to a Tea

Four oils help combat the harsh winter weather

11 Snack Attack

Achieve eyelash perfection

Three dishes to pair with your cup Alternatives for your favorite junk foods

EASY BAKE

Quick, delicious desserts in five minutes

FAS H I O N

3 Get the Picture

Impress your beau’s family

Feminism for the modern age

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12 Raise the Bar

2 The Breakfast Club

Take your iPhone photos to the next level

THE “F ” WO R D

Beauty ingredients found in your kitchen

Seven easy and effective barbell exercises

The perfect morning meal for your lifestyle

30

19 Lash Out

20 Precious Metals

Enhance your hairstyle with metallic accessories

25 Wear & Care

26 You Wear What You Eat Whimsical food-inspired looks

28 Back to Basics

Your bra, the statement piece

FE AT U R ES

33 Mind Over Medicine

The power of alternative health practices

I N E V E RY I SSU E 5 Spill Your Secrets 24 One Item, Five ways 40 Do It Yourself 42 Overheard 43 As Seen on Instagram

THE BREAKFAST CLUB

Lifestyle

Whether you rise early or cherish every second of sleep, Equal Time has you covered with these healthy breakfast options. By Hannah Leibson “It can be as small as a Greek yogurt, or as extensive as a bacon egg and cheese,” says Melinda Yoder, a registered dietitian from Balanced Nutrition. Any of these accommodating options provides your body with the fuel needed to jumpstart your day.

The Gym Guru

For those who are up and out of the house early to hit the gym, pre-and post-workout fuel is essential for maximum performance. Try a small cup of cottage cheese topped with raisins to provide protein and a concentrated source of energy. “Strive for at least 20 grams of protein in your breakfast,” says Maria Meola, a registered dietitian. This highprotein meal takes only around five minutes to put together.

THE SLOTH

snooze button and leaves five minutes before class should prepare breakfast the night before in order to save precious morning time. “Make yourself an egg sandwich the night before,” says Meola. In the morning, warm it up in the microwave. Pure protein bars are also a perfect grab-and-go option containing about 200 calories, 20 grams of protein, and four to eight grams of fat. A box of 12 is about $10 and can be found at your local grocery store.

Pure Protein Bar (12 for $10)

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Photo: Jenny Hale

The Rusher The student who hits the

Oatmeal is the ideal choice for the girl who takes her time waking up and getting out of bed, who showers half asleep, and who moves very slowly.

It provides a great source of protein and fiber and only takes between five and 15 minutes to make. Melt peanut butter in your oatmeal along with a banana for potassium.

If you’re not into cooked oats, try the low sugar, high iron cereal, Total (Target, $3.74), with milk for calcium.

Get the Picture The tools to snap a stunning selfie and capture the perfect panorama are right in the palm of your hand.

These tips will take your iPhone pictures to the next level. By Leslie Gomez

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ou don’t need

a ridiculously expensive DSLR camera to get on Instagram’s explore page; everything you need to take quality pictures is in the palm of your hand. With its 8-megapixel camera, the iPhone (4S and later models) provides the perfect balance of high quality and convenience and is now used for both social media and professional photography. In fact, photographer Ben Lowy was published on the cover of Time for his photograph of Hurricane Sandy, which was taken with his iPhone 4S. “It’s a fast little camera and I do like that on a tough assignment,” Lowy said about his iPhone 4S in an interview with TechnoBuffalo.

Lowy is among the many iPhoneographers who have joined the new trend of capturing stunning photos with nothing but their phone. Become a self-proclaimed iPhoneographer with these photography tips:

Photos: Moriah Ratner

LIGHTING

Source of light is the most important aspect to consider when taking a picture. For a selfie or group shot, face the light and be mindful of the background.

Lawrence Mason, Jr., a professor of multimedia, photography, and design at Syracuse University, says to avoid using a flash at all costs. “Flash creates an unnatural and unflattering color,” says Mason. To capture your night out, skip the flash and download Camera+ instead ($2.99, App Store). This app allows you to add a flash-like effect to any photo in your camera roll, illuminating the subject without sacrificing quality.

LANDSCAPES

The iPhone can also take panoramic pictures. The smart phone’s panoramic feature allows users to capture images that stretch to almost 180 degrees, a feature that most professional cameras lack.

Emil Pakarklis, founder of the iPhone Photography School, suggests using the free photo app Photosynth.

This app takes panoramas and discovers other panoramas on social media.

According to Pakarklis, Photosynth is better than the iPhone’s panorama tool at maintaining proper exposure while capturing the scene.

CLOSE-UPS “Your depth of

field is dramatically tighter on a close-up photo,” says Jonathan Marks, a wellknown iPhoneographer who has presented at the MacWorld trade show in San Francisco. “In a closeup image your eye will be distracted by anything out of focus, so focus carefully,” Marks says. The iPhone has the ability to adjust exposure in a close up, resulting in brighter and crisper images.

When using iOS 8, tap then drag your finger up or down the screen to manually adjust exposure settings which brighten or darken the image.

EDITING The release of Instagram 4.1 introduced more in-depth editing options. You now have the option to adjust contrast, warmth, saturation, and brightness. You can also increase or decrease filter levels in order to control the intensity of their effects. Mason also suggests photo-capturing apps like Hipstamatic, a go-to app for photography professionals.

With Hipstamatic, the image being captured is automatically edited to the specific characteristic of the lens. Marks recommends the editing apps Camera Plus Pro ($2.99), Snapseed (free), and Photo FX ($2.99) from the App Store.

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MIX 101

Intro to Bartending

Making your own drink is as simple as one, two, Three Olives with a splash of this and that. It’s all about keeping your place stocked with the right mixers, dependable alcohol brands, and fresh extras.

WHITE SANGRIA (Recipe by Nantucket blACKbook Founder Holly Finnigan)

3 large bottles Pinot Grigio ½ bottle brandy ½ bottle Triple Sec ½ cup simple syrup Selzter water to taste 1 pint fresh cherries 1 pint fresh strawberries Directions After all four liquids have been mixed, slice up and add a variety of fruits. Fill a large bowl halfway with ice and pour the mixture over it. Add seltzer water for a bubbly twist.

KEY LIME RASPBERRY MARGARITA (Adapted Recipe from The Orange Bartender Brooke Shea)

1 cup tequila 1½ cup orange liqueur ½ cup frozen raspberries 1 cup key lime juice ¾ cup superfine sugar Directions Slightly wet the rim of your glass with tequila, then dip the rim into superfine sugar. Mix tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice. Pour into an ice-filled shaker and add raspberries. Shake again and serve in rimmed glasses.

HARD GREEN TEA

ESPRESSO MARTINI

(Recipe by The Orange Bartender Taylor Appel)

(Recipe by Nantucket blACKbook Founder Holly Finnigan)

1½ shots of Jameson Whiskey 1½ shots of peach Schnapps Sour mix Seltzer water

3 oz. vanilla vodka 1 oz. Kahlua ½ oz. Baileys Irish Cream

Directions Mix Jameson, Schnapps, and sour mix in a shaker and pour over a glass three-quarters of the way filled with ice. Add seltzer water to top it off and start sippin’!

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Directions Mix the vodka, Kahlua, and Baileys, then add in a cup of cold coffee. Then, using a martini shaker, mix all the ingredients.

Serve in clear glass mugs.

[Tip: If you don’t have a shaker, use a plastic or tin water bottle with a secured top to mix the ingredients.]

Ace college mixology with this essential cheat sheet.

By Caroline Koller

STOC K U P Having a bar at home can be very fun, not to mention cost efficient, especially if you stock your cabinet with dependable and affordable liquors. According to Dan Stein, a bartender at Empire Brewing Company, vodka and rum are two of the most-used liquors for making drinks. Smirnoff and Bacardi are go-to brands and can be bought in a variety of flavors.

For mixers, purchase inexpensive beverages with a long shelf life, like club soda and cranberry juice.

M IX IT U P Stein says a shaker makes a huge difference for drink mixing. When filled with ice, the shaker will chill and dilute your drink, giving it the perfect texture and balance of ingredients. To use a shaker, place your dominant hand on the base of the tin and your other hand on the top, shaking several times over your shoulder.

For drinks that are not meant to be shaken, like those containing whiskey and gin, a quick stir with a bar spoon is all you need. The spoon’s spiral handle mixes in a way that enhances the rich flavors of the liquor without damaging the beverage’s composition the way a shaker would.

TOP IT OF F For garnishes, use lemons and limes, which add a subtle hint of flavor, or a maraschino cherry for a sweet surprise at the bottom of your drink.

Salt and sugar can add a quick and tasty garnish to drinks as well.

Top off your margarita glass with a salty rim, a fantastic pairing with tequila and lime. Sugar-coated rims complement sweet and sour drinks, like the lemon drop.

Lifestyle

SPILL YOUR SECRETS 

“I met this guy at a frat party who I ended up hooking up with. I didn’t realize he had an identical twin until I accidentally tried to hook up with his brother.”

“I dressed up as Cher Horowitz from Clueless for Halloween and had sex with someone still wearing my white knee-highs and sneakers.”

“About seven shots deep into our Juice Jam pre-game, one of my guy friends and I decided it would be a good idea to hook up in my room. After giving him head, in a drunken panic I asked him to come in the sink in my room…and then we both proceeded to piss in the sink in front of each other.”

“One night out with friends in Washington D.C. my boyfriend and I had sex in the bathroom of the bar we were at. It wasn’t until we exited the bathroom to a crowd of glaring men that I realized we were in the only bathroom of a gay bar.”

Illustration: Adrianna Cummings

“I feel like using the ‘period excuse’ is pretty normal if you’re not into hooking up with someone. In my case I was a little late to the game, telling this kid I was on my period while his fingers were fully inside me. I guess you can say he was turned off.”

“One time a frat bro fingered me in the butt.”

“I lost my virginity abroad to a guy wearing a GoPro. Here’s to hoping I’m not featured in a European porno.”

“One night, when I was visiting my boyfriend in Madrid, he snuck me into his host family’s apartment. When I went to leave in the morning (still in my dress and four-inch heels) we were pleasantly surprised by his host mom who had taken the day off work. He tried explaining to her that I was a friend who had come over after his morning class, but by the look on her face she wasn’t buying it. She slutshamed me in Spanish and then I had the most epic walk-of-shame to date on the Madrid metro at 11 a.m.”

“After a not-so-classy date night at Lucy’s, my date escorted me

“ One drunken night at SAE I had sex on one of the boy’s bunk beds and fell off the top bunk in the middle of the night. I then ran home butt-assnaked across Walnut Park at 6 a.m. No shoes, no shirt, no underwear…nothing.” back to his frat castle. Leaving our clothes in his room, we decided to utilize the roof … because why not. After having sex on a rooftop overlooking Comstock we snuck back inside.

In the meantime his roommate had come back with a girl and they were hooking up in his room with the door locked. We quickly tried to grab towels from the bathroom but not fast enough for all of his brothers to snap pictures of us frantically running around naked in the hallway.”

“I went out with an unshaved vagina and came home at 4:30 a.m. with a shaved one…riddle me that.”

“I was hooking up with a guy and everything was going pretty well until I took his penis out of his pants. Before I even got a chance to look at it, he blurts out, “I know it’s really small.” Of course my initial reaction was to tell him it really was not small. Actually, he had a really nice dick. Despite my reassurance, he just kept talking about how small it was. Talk about killing the mood.”

“I had sex with a kid in his fraternity house and as we were laying naked in bed together, he said he had to pee. I stayed in his bed as he went to do his business. After a while I realized he was never going to come back. Before I could get out of

bed and get dressed, the guy had sent a fraternity pledge in the room to kick me out of his bed.

That definitely ended the fling and sparked a hatred for this guy.”

“In the middle of having sex with a new hookup, I rolled him onto his back and got on top. I went to straddle him, getting myself into reverse cowgirl position and he stops me with the most nervous look on his face. Stumbling over his words he nervously says, “what what are you doing?”

Puzzled, I replied, “reverse cowgirl?” Turns out, he dated his ex-girlfriend for two years and they only had missionary. Talk about vanilla.”

“I went to a fraternity date night with a guy I had been hooking up with. At the end of the night we decided we wanted to go home together and since my roommate was gone that night we went back to my dorm room.

After we had sex, he got up to use the bathroom. The door to my room locks automatically and I fell asleep almost immediately after he left the room. I can only imagine his reaction when he came back to my dorm room door in only his boxers and couldn’t get back into my room.

He had to walk home in the dead of night in the Syracuse winter with nothing on but his boxers.”

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Meet the Parents

Make a great impression the first time – every time. By Janelle James

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Have an attitude of ‘they will like me once they get to know me’

Molly Smith’s boyfriend asked her to go to dinner with his entire family– cousins and grandparents included–so naturally, she was nervous. Walking into the restaurant, she was surprised to hear a family member say, “Max’s friend is a girl?” If, like Molly, your partner’s parents are unaware of your existence, it may be too early to meet them.

The initial meeting of your significant other’s parents is a relationship-defining moment. To successfully win them over, be well prepared. If you know what to expect the first time around, you shouldn’t have to worry about dealing with a Robert De Niro-type father à la Meet the Parents.

First, decide the correct time to meet your beau’s parents. Consider how your partner, and his parents, feel about meeting. If your significant other isn’t taking the initiative to introduce you to his parents, then the relationship may not be serious enough for an in-person meeting. In this case, you may want to leave the situation alone and wait for a 6 | E Q UAL T I M E FA L L 2 0 1 4

better time. Just because you are ready, doesn’t mean your partner, or his or her ‘rents, are. “In a casual relationship, a meeting can occur any time that is natural without planning or avoiding it,” say Wayne and Tamara Mitchell, Direct Answers relationship columnists. If you choose to schedule a time to meet rather than have a spontaneous runin, think of the meeting as a simple introduction.

Take the time to learn something about mom and dad beforehand.

Preparing questions, jokes (keep ‘em PG), and childhood stories will prevent awkward silences and give the parents an opportunity to learn more about you. While chatting, give sincere compliments and act polite. “I could smell my boyfriend’s mom’s perfume so I told her I liked the scent,” says Tulipe Hosenn, a Syracuse University sophomore. “We ended up having a five minute conversation about Victoria’s Secret perfumes.”

Your outfit is the first impression you

give to your partner’s parents. If you are meeting for a more casual date, wear comfortable clothing. A nice pair of jeans, booties, and a sweater or blouse can be enough to impress them. While you should feel at ease in your outfit, parents like to see that you made an effort to look nice. “When I first met my boyfriend’s parents, they took me out to a nice Italian restaurant,” says Priscilla Mahabali, a Syracuse Univeristy junior.

“I didn’t want to be dressed too fancily so I wore a high waisted skirt and a camisole. His mom said I looked really pretty in it.”

Most importantly, take a deep breath, relax, and enjoy yourself. Remember that your partner would not have asked you to meet his or her parents if you didn’t seem capable of the challenge.

“Instead of having an attitude of ‘they’re not going to like me,’ have an attitude of ‘they will like me once they get to know me,’” says psychologist Daniel Karper. “After all, their son or daughter certainly does!”

Lifestyle

BALANCING ACT

Photo: Jenny Hale

These simple and effective money management tools will ensure you never break the bank again. By Alexis Meade Dakota Kann, a senior political science major at Syracuse University, sits on her bed facing the moment of truth: she logs onto Chase.com to check her account balance and begins to calculate the amount she will have after her sorority dues, LSAT fees, and food expenses. It doesn’t look promising and she knows she’s already asked her dad for too much extra money.

Luckily, Kann was able to find a job that would help her earn extra cash.

However, many students find it difficult to work during college, especially if they don’t have work-study. In this case, the solution is to budget money in order to make it last throughout the school year. The first impulse may be to not spend, but there’s more to money management than that. “Budgeting is not about restricting yourself,” says Tiffany Curtis, a graduate assistant at the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarship Programs. “It’s about protecting yourself.”

US E T HE W EB Web banking is a convenient way to keep track of how much money you have. Many banks have online and mobile banking too.

Some, like Chase, even offer a student checking account on campus with no monthly fee. Download your bank’s app and enable push notifications to receive alerts whenever you use your debit card to inform you of your balance.

MA K E A B U D G ET “Tangible goals make it easier to save,” says Rebecca Rose, assistant director of Syracuse University’s Financial Literacy and Education program. Create a budget at the beginning of the school year to track your goals and spending habits. Mint.com is a simple way to budget; make an account and receive updates in the form of charts and graphs throughout the year. The website also sends text messages when bills are due and when your bank account is low, and provides suggestions on how to save money in the future.

TRAC K YOU R CAS H Alexis Conway, a junior social work student at Syracuse University, has plenty of experience managing her money in college.

Between her job and bills, she has learned how to budget. “When you use a debit card, keeping track of when you use it and how much you spend is the smartest thing you can do,” says Conway. Use a check register app, like Checkbook, or create an Excel spreadsheet to track weekly withdrawals, deposits, and anticipated expenses.

Depending solely on your debit card, however, increases your risk of spending too much money. By taking out a weekly cash withdrawal, you can monitor how much money you are going to spend. At the beginning of each week, consider when your bills are due, how much spending money fits your budget, and how much food you will need to buy. Take out cash based on the sum of that budget, and avoid using your debit card. When you depend on cash, you are forced to be aware of how much money you are spending.

TA KE A DVA N TAG E OF D IS COUNTS College students also have access to discounts at a large variety of stores and restaurants. Popular stores that offer student discounts include J. Crew, Madewell, and Topshop. Students can also find student deals at Chipotle, Subway, and Arby’s. These discounts typically range from 10 to 15 percent.

Students are eligible for a free sixmonth trial for Amazon Prime, and discounts at Apple and Amtrak.

Retailmenot is a website that sends you coupons and sale notifications for stores near you.

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Health

A BEGINNER’S

GUIDE to MEDITATION Calm your hectic headspace with these tips and tricks for a more mindful you. By Alexa Voss

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meditation is simple: train your attention on the present. According to Bonnie Shoultz, Buddhist Chaplain at Hendricks Chapel, in meditation, we teach ourselves to come back to and remain in the present moment. Shoultz says this means letting go of what has happened in the past or what will happen in the future.

Meditation dates back thousands of years and is practiced in many popular religions, but the beauty of the practice is that ordinary people can take advantage of it on an everyday basis. You don’t have to set a ring of candles around yourself in a monastery to achieve the benefits of meditation; it is an activity that can be done sitting on your bedroom floor during the 20 minutes you have before class.

According to a study by the American Journal of Psychiatry, practicing meditation can effectively reduce symptoms of both anxiety and stress, based on the weekly assessments of those who participated.

Additionally, the New York Insight Meditation Center says meditation can positively affect emotional balance.

“Meditation is to renounce myself. It doesn’t matter if I’m a premed major or a construction worker,” says Moki Hein, a meditation leader at Hendricks Chapel and freshman at SU. “When I’m meditating, it doesn’t matter who my mother or my father is. I’m a person. I’m a human.”

To begin meditating, find a comfortable place to sit. When scouring your apartment or dorm for the perfect location, it’s important to consider that the spot in which you park yourself is one you should routinely use to meditate – it should be comfortable, quiet, and readily available. Next, choose exactly when you would like to meditate: mornings are typically best since the mind is calmer and more relaxed, but if the afternoon is the only time you can consistently commit to, a later hour can work as well.

The timing of your meditation is very important. If you’re a beginner, the typical 15 to 20 minute time span may seem like an eternity. As a general rule, always try to sit for as long as you are comfortable, plus five minutes. Slowly, the session will become more natural and the practice of meditation will become easier.

Now that you’ve learned the basics, keep the following in mind for the first time you try to meditate: maintain an erect posture – don’t be completely uncomfortable, but keep your back as straight as possible; keep your eyes downcast or closed and the hands in a still position; relax deeply –– focus on the way your breath comes in and out.

After you’ve done all of this, you’ve begun to meditate. Once you’ve gotten the hang of it, you can allow your body to fully benefit from the practice and eventually lengthen your sessions. Though meditation is something you can do on your own, both Hein and Shoultz recommend starting off in a group or guided meditation session in order to learn the basics. “We’re so trained that everything has to be a certain way around us to feel peaceful,” says Jesse Nichols, president of the Student Buddhist Association and junior at SU. “Guided meditation can help bring you into moments of realization that your happiness is completely independent of things going on around you.”

If you need more inspiration or guidance to help you start, apps like The Mindfulness App, Simply Being, or Headspace can provide you with guided meditation sessions, natural sounds or a soothing voice, and the ability to monitor your progress. he concept of

“Guided meditation can bring you to the realization that your happiness is completely independent of things going on around you.”

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Health

Down to a Tea

Satisfy your taste buds with these three perfect pairings. By Hannah Redfield

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hite wine with cheese.

A curry dish with an Indian Pale Ale. Pairing wine and beer with specific foods is a trend familiar to many. Another beverage group, however, is markedly less recognized for having specific dishes associated with its various styles – tea! The variety of flavors and aromas found across a wide range of teas creates countless culinary opportunities.

Green Tea + Seafood

Green tea is one of the easiest teas to pair with food due to its subtle flavorings. It can be treated like white wine with regard to food pairings. Chas Kroll, International Tea Masters Association certified tea master, describes green 1 0 | E Q UAL T I M E FA L L 2 0 1 4

tea’s taste as clean and grassy. “Green tea and lightly oxidized oolongs pair very well with lean fish,” says Linda Villano, founder of SerendipiTea tea company. She suggests trying a Japanese green tea like Sencha, Gen Mai Cha, or Hojicha to accompany your next sushi or other fish-based meal.  Try: Sencha Jade Reserve Green Tea ($9.98 for 2 oz., Teavana)

Black Tea + Curry

Black tea is best paired with classic red wine dishes.

The bold taste of black tea stands up well to fullflavored dishes like meats and curries. Its advanced digestive properties provide an added bonus when paired with meaty dishes.

“Black tea helps move the oil in food through your

system faster, aiding in digestion,” says Kroll.  Try: Lipton Black Tea ($3.48, Walmart)

Dessert Tea + Pastries

Christopher Clark, manager at Nonno’s Italian Coffee Parlor in Doylestown, PA, says he has seen an increase in people ordering what he calls ‘dessert teas’ with their nighttime pastries, like scones and macaroons. “A lot of people who order tea at night are looking for something rich,” says Clark. He says that one of Nonno’s best-selling teas intermingles apple, chocolate bits, coconut, vanilla, and white chocolate flavors.

 Try: WonderBerry Chocolate Truffle Oolong Tea ($10.98 for 2 oz, Teavana)

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THE VARIETY OF FLAVORS AND AROMAS FOUND ACROSS THE WIDE RANGE OF TEAS CREATES COUNTLESS CULINARY OPPORTUNITIES.

IF YOU LIKE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES  TRY OATS AND CHIP COOKIES

With only three ingredients, these cookies are a college staple.

Try using semi-sweet chocolate chips for a deep chocolate flavor. For the healthiest option, use unflavored oats. Recipe by skinnytaste.com

SNACK ATTACK

If you find yourself constantly reaching for junk foods, try these four healthier options.

By Juliana LaBianca

IF YOU LIKE FRENCH FRIES  TRY SEASONED BAKED FRIES

IF YOU LIKE BUFFALO CHICKEN  TRY BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER BITES

The spices in these fries contain phytonutrients that work as antioxidants to reduce internal inflammation. For a healthy fry, Jane Burrell Uzcategui, a Syracuse University instructor of nutrition, recommends using healthy oils like canola oil or olive oil. Recipe adapted from layersofhappiness.com

Meet your daily veggie needs while also fulfilling your buffalo sauce craving. Cauliflower packs in fiber and antioxidants without packing any fat, while hot sauce adds a yummy kick. Recipe by theleancleaneatingmachine.com

COOK TIME: 15 MINUTES

2 ripe bananas 1 cup of oats ¼ cup chocolate chips Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a bowl, mash banana, then mix in oats and chocolate. Separate dough into onetablespoon balls and bake on greased baking sheet for 15 minutes.

IF YOU LIKE SUGARY CANDIES  TRY FROZEN YOGURT BITES

Photos: Heather Leszczewicz (craftingandcooking.wordpress.com); Eric Zinkler

COOK TIME: 50 MINUTES

If mindlessly snacking on Skittles and M&M’s is your weakness, these fro-yo bites are your new BFF. Use a low-fat Greek yogurt for a protein boost, and shovel these down without shame.

Recipe by shutterbean.com FREEZE TIME: 30-40 MINUTES

1 cup flavored yogurt Take a cup of flavored yogurt and empty into sandwich-sized Ziploc bag.

Cut a small hole in the tip and drop small dots of yogurt onto a baking sheet. Slide baking sheet in freezer and freeze for 30 to 40 minutes or until frozen.

3 russet potatoes 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 tbsp. chili powder 1 tbsp. garlic powder 1 tbsp. onion powder 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. pepper ½ tsp. paprika ½ tsp. cayenne pepper powder Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Slice potatoes to desired thickness and place in a large Ziploc bag with remaining ingredients. Coat the potatoes by shaking the bag for 30 seconds. Line a baking sheet with wax paper and spread potatoes in a single layer. Bake for 40 minutes, flipping the potatoes every 10 minutes.

COOK TIME: 25 MINUTES

1 head cauliflower, chopped into bite sizes ½ cup brown rice flour ½ cup water 1 pinch of salt 1 pinch of garlic powder 1 tsp. butter, melted ½ cup red hot sauce Preheat oven to 450 degrees. In a small bowl, combine brown rice flour, water, garlic powder, and salt. Dip cauliflower pieces evenly in mixture and place on nonstick baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes until batter hardens, then flip and bake for another five minutes. While these bake, whisk together hot sauce and butter in small bowl. When cauliflower is finished, take a pastry brush and evenly coat each piece with hot sauce mixture. Bake another eight to 10 minutes, or until crispy.

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RAIS E

THE BAR

Use these seven barbell exercises from American Council on Exercise certified trainer Christopher Arboleda to tone your body without bulking up. By Kayla Isaacs

For each exercise, begin with a 45-pound barbell and add weight to increase difficulty.

Each move should feel comfortable — if not, remove weight. If the exercises are too challenging with a bar, use dumbbells instead. For maximum results, do six to 12 reps of each.

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BARBE L L BENCH PRESS Target: Chest and Triceps Lying on your back, position hands slightly

more than shoulder-width apart on the bar. Begin with arms extended straight above chest. Slowly bring bar down to chest level, and push back up for one rep.

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Health 2 . C LOS E G RIP B EN CH PRESS Target: Triceps Follow the same drill from exercise one, but keep your hands about one inch apart. The closer your hands, the more muscle you activate.

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3 . BA RB EL L BAC K S QUAT Target: Quads, Glutes, Hamstrings Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and place the bar behind your shoulders, resting it on the cushiony area just below the neck.

Place hands at the ends of the bar. Bend knees and hips to create just under a 90-degree angle.

Place your weight in your heels and stand back up.

4 . BA RB EL L B IC EP CURL Target: Biceps Standing, hold the bar with your arms straight down, palms facing upward. Curl arms up to shoulders, and bring them back down for one rep.

5 . REV ERS E BA RB ELL CURL Target: Forearms Follow the previous drill, but with your palms facing down.

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Keep your upper body straight and rise to a standing position.

Repeat with left leg.

7. BA RB EL L U P RIG HT ROW Target: Upper Back and Traps With palms facing down, hold the bar shoulder-width apart. Slide the bar up your torso to your chest, bringing your elbows out to your sides. Keep your body straight and slide the bar back down until your arms are fully extended.

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 Refuse to break

the bank with nut and seed alternatives? One way to reap the benefits in an affordable manner is by adding cheaper options, like flax seeds, into everyday meal items.

Laurel Sterling, a Natur-Tyme registered dietitian and wellness educator, suggests flax seeds because you can grind them at home in your coffee grinder. Keep them in your fridge to retain their freshness and sprinkle a tablespoon into yogurt, oatmeal, and other mixes about once a day.

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 Some see the increasing popularity of nut and seed products — like almond milk and hemp seed butter — as a healthy change, while others see it as a trend. We’ve looked into the logic behind these alternative options to determine if they’re really worth the switch.

By Abby Maddigan

NUTS

About three years ago, a new trend hit supermarket shelves and has increased in popularity ever since. Essential products like milk and peanut butter were shifted to the side and replaced by imposters – nut and seed alternatives. Items like almond milk and seed butters put a twist on their traditional counterparts, and from the looks of it, consumers can’t get enough.

From a health perspective, nut, oil, and seed products are smart choices because they contain “healthy,” plant-based fats, while their contenders, meat and dairy products, contain animal-based fats. “There’s this push to get away from all animal-based protein sources but use plant-based proteins as well,” says Jane Burrell Uzcategui, instructor of nutrition at the David B. Falk College at Syracuse University. “Nut and seed butters do that. They have good unsaturated fats and they have protein, so they become substitutes for animal products.”

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The sale of alternative milks–like almond milk, soy milk, coconut milk, quinoa milk, and hemp milk–has become increasingly evident. These options all provide the same dose of calcium and vitamins mom insists you need for strong bones. In fact, says Uzcategui, dairy products have cholesterol and some have fat, whereas soy and almond milk have no cholesterol. When selecting dairy alternatives, beware of added sugar. Brands like Almond Breeze offer unsweetened flavors, which are the smarter choice if you’re watching your caloric intake.

Seed-based butters — made from hemp seeds, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds, just to name a few — are another option to consider, especially for those with nut allergies.

If nut allergies aren’t a concern, consider substituting your daily dose of peanut butter with almond butter. Almond butter contains anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids, which are great for reducing damage to arteries.

While nut and seed alternatives make sense healthwise, you may change your mind once you’ve reached the checkout counter. These options tend to run at a higher price than the original product. Wegmans brand almond butter can be up to $5 more than the same brand of peanut butter. So is it worth it?

Uzcategui thinks so.

“I would say as long as it’s a plant-based protein then you’re doing better,” says Uzcategui.

“You need more alternative sources to an animal based diet.”

If money isn’t a concern, you can choose from a world of products. At Natur-Tyme and some other grocery stores, you can find an array of nut and seed products like cashew butter and MAMMA Chia protein drinks, as well as crackers and granola bars that give you all the benefits of this alternative taste.

Health

Do Yourself a Flavor

Photo: Moriah Ratner

What’s in your store-bought water?

VI TA MI N WATER TR O PI CA L CI TR U S (8 oz. serving) Calories 48 Sugars 12.4 g CO CA CO L A (8 oz. serving) Calories 100 Sugars 27g A R I ZO NA L EMO N I CED TEA (8 oz. serving) Calories 90 Sugars 24 g S O BE L I F E WATER , STR AW BER RY K I WI (8 oz. serving) Calories 40 Sugars 10.4 g

Infuse your water with fresh ingredients for a simple, tasty, and healthy drink. By Jill Folger

Store-bought flavored waters can be deceiving.

Although these drinks have zero calories, they contain unhealthy sugar substitutes. Propel, for instance, contains sucralose (the main ingredient in Splenda).

Although these artificial sweeteners are considered acceptable in moderation, studies show a correlation between these substitutes and weight gain, risk of diabetes, and heart disease. Creating your own flavored water is a great alternative with only positive effects on your health.

Although flavored water brands like Vitamin Water and SoBe Lifewater line shelf after shelf at the supermarket, these drinks aren’t always a healthy alternative to sodas and juices. In fact, many of these beverages pack in just as much sugar and artificial additives. According to SU Food Services Registered Dietitian Ruth Sullivan, the best alternatives are naturally flavored waters created at home. With these options, you’ll always know what’s in your drink.

Simply choose a mix of fruits, veggies, and garnishes and add to ice water for a quick, refreshing beverage.

STRAW B ERRY- BASIL WATER Recipe by natashaskitchen.com 1 handful basil ½ lemon 4 strawberries 2 slices watermelon P IN EA P P L ERAS P B ERRY WATER Recipe by Jill Folger 1 cup pineapple 1 handful raspberries JA L A P EÑ O A N D WATERM ELON WATER Recipe by Jill Folger 1 handful Jalapeño pepper slices 1 cup sliced watermelon C ITRU S WATER Recipe by theyummylife.com 1 orange 1 lime 1 lemon C U C U M B ER- P EA R M INT WATER Recipe by dinedashdeadlift.com ½ English cucumber 1 pear 12 mint leaves

Beauty

Onions, Mushrooms, & Garlic­–oh my!

These three ingredients aren’t only in your fridge — they’ve also inspired cosmetic lines and DIY treatments that make the perfect additions to your beauty regimen. By Ji Yeon Seo

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onions are not the first items that come to mind when thinking of your beauty routine. However, studies have shown that when used topically, the natural chemicals and rich vitamins in these foods can be the perfect addition to your beauty regimen.

These common kitchen ingredients contain anti-inflammatory properties– perfect for those with super sensitive skin. In fact, Dr. Andrew Weil, a Harvard-trained physician, created the Dr. Andrew Weil for Origins MegaMushroom skin care line for cosmetics brand Origins. The line uses the power of mushrooms to tame redness, soothe skin, and fight free radicals. “The chaga and reishi mushroom extracts work into the skin to calm down irritation at the source,” says Britni Gallo, an Origins beauty advisor.

Gallo is wary when choosing beauty products due to her allergies and says the mushroom extracts provide antioxidants and anti-aging benefits without irritating her skin.

Besides Origins’ Mega-Mushroom line, Wei East offers a facial cream

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containing shiitake and wood mushroom extracts to help build skin’s elasticity — keeping skin looking radiant and youthful. Shiitake mushrooms contain the antioxidant L-ergothioneine, which prevents cellular breakdown, slows down aging, and exfoliates naturally, making it perfect for those who steer clear of harsh facial scrubs.

“Chemically, the sulfur-containing chemical in garlic and onions can have effects on the disulfide bridges in skin proteins,” says José Giner, Associate Professor of Organic Chemistry at SUNY ESF. Disulfide bridges are a structure of keratin, a protein that contributes to keeping your hair, skin, and nails healthy. The chemicals found in onions and garlic work with the keratin to prevent breakage, essentially promoting hair, skin and nail growth.

Onions and garlic also stimulate a healthy scalp due to allicin, a sulfurcontaining chemical. Sulfur is essential in promoting hair growth since its antifungal components help increase blood flow.

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study, an experimental group experienced a significantly higher amount of regrowth in hair follicles after washing their hair with onion juice rather than water twice a day for two months. To promote the growth of long, healthy locks, make your own onion juice at home. Peel and crush an onion using a food processor to produce juice. Then, pour the juice on your scalp, letting it sit for 30 minutes before you wash it out with a mild shampoo. You can also soak your nails in onion juice to promote similar effects. Keep in mind that the older the juice, the less effective it will be in strengthening and growing hair and nails.

Similar to onions, garlic releases allicin, a yellow oily liquid that aids in strengthening thin and brittle nails.

Garlic is a popular at-home remedy in the Dominican Republic. The cloves are ruptured or crushed and placed into a regular base coat or a clear nail polish. If this do-it-yourself remedy isn’t for you, L.A. Colors and Kera Labs have nail polishes that contain garlic extracts.

APPLY WITH CAUTION

Sometimes, the popular product doesn’t work for all of us. Beware of the potentially harmful ingredients in these four beauty staples.

By Annika Downs Cleansers Salicylic acid,

known for its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, is a common ingredient in facial cleansers. It’s great for opening clogged pores and boosting the overall look of skin, but large amounts of salicylic acid can cause irritation. For a more natural approach, Kathleen Hillery, a skincare consultant for Sephora, recommends using mineral-rich red clay, which is valued for its detoxifying effects.

“Red clay is great for regulating the oil production in your skin, so it’ll help neutralize oils,” says Hillery. “It’s really great for oily skin types.” For a great basic cleanser try First Aid Beauty Skin Rescue Deep Cleanser With Red Clay ($24, Sephora).

Hillery also recommends products with glycolic and lactic acids, which are derived from sugarcane and fermented milk, respectively. Both acids are light and perfect for sensitive skin types, but still aid in exfoliation and the removal of dead skin cells. For a gentle exfoliation try Philosophy Miracle Worker™ Miraculous Anti-Aging Lactic Acid Cleanser & Mask ($34, Sephora).

Moisturizers Those with

gluten or soy allergies should be wary of certain moisturizers that contain such ingredients.

Denatured alcohol, a fatty alcohol that is often used in moisturizers as a softener and thickener, is actually derived from cereal grains and can come from either oats or wheat.

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 skincare and cosmetics guide, Try these products for sensitive skin: Philosophy Miracle Worker™ Miraculous Anti-Aging Lactic Acid Cleanser & Mask ($34, Sephora) Rusk Deep Shine Color Smooth Sulfate-Free Shampoo ($30, Ulta) First Aid Beauty Skin Rescue Deep Cleanser With Red Clay ($24, Sephora) Lavanilla The Healthy Sun Screen SPF 40 Face Cream ($28, Sephora) John Frieda Full Repair Hydrate & Rescue Deep Conditioner ($9, CVS)

recommends moisturizers with mostly synthetic ingredients for those who have gluten allergies.

She lists Chanel and Lancôme as favorites. Gallo also recommends skin consultations so you can assess the intensity of your allergy levels and what works best for your skin.

Sunscreen Many of today’s

sunscreens are formulated with clear chemicals that absorb UV light. Most do a good job, but the chemicals can cause adverse effects resulting in breakouts and irritation. However, this isn’t the case with sunscreens containing zinc oxide, a mineral sunscreen that physically blocks UV light.

Hillery recommends Lavanilla The Healthy Sun Screen SPF 40 Face Cream ($28, Sephora), an ultra-sheer formula rich in zinc oxide and youth-promoting antioxidants.

Shampoos and Conditioners Although

sulfates can be great for removing excess buildup, they can often dry out curly and coarse hair types, warns Alicia Crowell, a hairstylist and general manager at Ulta Beauty. She suggests sulfate-free products to avoid the risk, such as Rusk Deep Shine Color Smooth Sulfate-Free Shampoo ($30, Ulta). For finer strands, steer clear of conditioners with heavy plant oils, like macadamia or argan, that can weigh down your hair.

John Frieda Full Repair Hydrate & Rescue Deep Conditioner ($9, CVS) infuses hair with moisture and provides shine without weighing it down.

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WINTER WARRIOR

Relieve your dry and damaged hair, skin, and nails with these four hydrating oils. By Nisha Stickles While the winter season is in full effect, manes that were once shiny turn lackluster. Dull skin longs for intense hydration. The lack of moisture in the air calls for one simple remedy: oil.

Opting for oil can be more effective than applying regular moisturizer. Topically using oils mimics your body’s natural oil production, in turn renewing and hydrating dry skin and hair.

F OR YOU R B ODY: A RG A N OIL Argan oil is derived from kernels found in the Moroccan argan tree. Sephora consultant Kelsey Masella says argan oil has a high concentration of Omega-3 fatty acids – good fats that build the skin’s ability to retain moisture. These acids allow the oil to deeply penetrate the skin’s outermost layer better than the synthetic ingredients often found in lotions.

Masella advises using pure argan oil to maximize all of the product’s moisturizing properties. “Part of the reason why it works so well is because it has minimal ingredients,” Masella says. She suggests Josie Maran’s 100 percent Pure Argan Oil ($48, Sephora).

F OR YOU R H A IR : C OC ON U T OIL Coconut is the ancient secret to Southeast Asian women’s luscious, strong locks. But what’s so great about squished coconut meat? Instead of merely coating the hair, coconut oil penetrates the hair follicle to rebuild keratin (hair protein) and prevent future breakage. To reap the benefits of coconut oil, wrap your hair in a towel or tight shower cap while you sleep. Wash the oil out in the morning and immediately feel improved strength in your strands. Keri Lehmann, cosmetologist and CEO of the Savvy Boheme skincare line, suggests using extra-virgin coconut oil, rather than refined or synthetic products. These products, due to their refining process, cause the hydrogenated oils to lose their nutrients.

Try Nature’s Way Extra Virgin Organic Coconut Oil ($15.99, Amazon.com).

F OR YOU R FAC E: OL IV E OIL Olive oil was formulated for the masses; anyone, including those with oily skin, can benefit from its moisturizing properties. “Olive oil contains powerful acids, like Omega-3 acids, and has a higher concentration of antioxidants,” explains Lehmann.

Massage regular olive oil all over the face for a quick makeup remover. You can also try a simple face wash with olive as its primary ingredient, like Origins Clean Energy Gentle Cleansing Oil ($26-$29, Origins).

F OR YOU R N A IL S : A L M ON D OIL Constant exposure to harsh elements can take a toll on your nails, causing breakage and brittleness. For an instant remedy, try pampering your nails with almond oil. This oil is rich in vitamin E, protein, and antioxidants. Massaging almond oil into the cuticle and even the rest of your hand will restore the fatty acids needed to retain moisture. Try Butter London’s Handbag Holiday Cuticle Oil ($15, Beauty.com) or look for a hand cream that features almond oil, like The Body Shop Almond Hand & Nail Cream ($20, Body Shop).

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LASH OUT Whether curled and separated or long, thick, and defined, bold lashes are the beauty essential of the season. Try these expertapproved tips to achieve lust-worthy lashes. By Amanda Etkind

Lancôme Grandiôse mascara ($32, Sephora)

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BABY POWDER ADHERES TO YOUR NATURAL LASHES, ADDING AN EXTRA LAYER FOR VOLUME

L’Oréal Paris Voluminous mascara ($7.79, CVS)

Maybelline Pumped Up! Colossal Volum’ Express mascara ($7.99, Ulta)

Guerlain Maxi Lash waterproof mascara ($30, Sephora)

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up your favorite tube of mascara, it’s essential to prep your lashes. For lashes that tend to point straight down, try a heated eyelash curler for an instant lift.

“Take the eyelash curlers to the root of your lashes, press down gently without pinching the skin, and hold for about ten seconds,” says Alicia Bissonnette, a beauty advisor at Sephora. After curling, coat lashes from root to tip using a waterproof mascara, which holds the curl better than a regular mascara formula.

Tina Ferraro, beauty assistant at Teen Vogue, suggests Guerlain Maxi Lash waterproof mascara ($30, Sephora) for the ultimate waterproof formula. “Not only is it the best for mile-long lashes, but it keeps the curl looking perfect all day long — great for hard-to-curl lashes.” If your lashes are long but lack thickness, use a lash primer, like Urban Decay’s Subversion Lash Primer ($20, Sephora). For immediate volume, use the primer before applying your regular mascara.

While lash extensions may seem like the only solution for those with short, lackluster lashes, baby powder can act as a cheaper, do-it-yourself version of a lash lift. To achieve long Twiggy-esque lashes, swipe on a coat of mascara, sprinkle on a pinch of baby powder, and finish off with a second (or third) coat of mascara. “The baby powder adheres to your natural lashes, adding an extra layer for volume,” says Jacqui Perrotti, freelance makeup artist. Hide the white baby powder with a rich black-colored mascara, like L’Oréal Paris Voluminous mascara ($7.79, CVS) in blackest black. Mario Dedivanovic, Kim Kardashian’s makeup artist, swears by this cult classic product.

For an even quicker fix, try a mascara that has both lengthening and volumizing properties like Lancôme Grandiôse mascara ($32, Sephora) or Maybelline Pumped Up! Colossal Volum’ Express mascara ($7.99, Ulta). efore you pick

Both bold and delicate metallic hair accessories add a statement to otherwise simple styles. Styling & Makeup by Amanda Etkind Photographed by Nicola Rinaldo

GOLD METAL HEADBAND Topshop $12; ROSE GOLD HAIR CUFF H&M $4.95

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SILVER STAR CLUSTER HAIRPIN Urban Outfitters $10; GOLD CURVED LINE LARGE BARRETTE Urban Outfitters $14

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Fashion

FUR REAL

From hanging out to going out, the faux fur coat will be your most versatile winter staple. By Renee Cherry FUR COAT Unreal Fur $277

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A pair of distressed boyfriend jeans is the perfect counterpart to a prim fur coat. Throw on a crisp button down and sweatshirt for an interesting mix of textures.

2. A belted maxi, vintage tee, and your favorite fur is the perfect quirky combo. This option is great for a laid-back and effortless look.

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3. Nothing showcases the timeless appeal of a fur coat like a fitted black shirt and pants. This look is easy to master and flatters everyone.

4. Don’t be afraid to break out the mini skirt in winter.

With a turtleneck, opaque tights, and boots, this look is sharp and weather appropriate.

5. Go all out ’20s glam at your next holiday party. All you need is your coat and a little slip dress (finger waves optional).

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Wear & Care As temperatures continue to drop, everything gets cold, wet, dirty, and worn — including your investment pieces. Follow these four tips to clean your winter staples and extend their longevity for seasons to come. By Teresa Sabga

SH AVE YO U R SW E AT E R S Cashmere begins to pill when the fibers in the fabric break, tangle, and mat together in areas of constant friction. It’s most commonly seen under the arms and the spot where your handbag rests on your shoulder. Metal necklaces, bracelets, belts, and rough materials also snag onto fibers, causing extra pilling. “Pills are like dreadlocks,” says Jean Henry, an adjunct professor of fashion design at Syracuse University. “You can’t comb them out easily.” Your best bet: cut them off.

Invest in an electric fabric shaver or a fuzz remover, like Gleener ($19.95, Amazon.com), suggests Henry.

To remove pilling, drag the defuzzer across the sweater. Or, trim away the little balls, one pill at a time, using small scissors or a razor blade. Warning: don’t cut too close to the fabric or you risk creating pulls and tears.

FLU F F YO U R F E AT H E R S Save money by washing your feather down jacket at home. Buy a fabric cleaner designed to wash gentle fabrics, like Woolite ($4, Walmart), or a detergent specifically made for down products, like Granger Down Wash, ($17, Amazon.com), suggests Henry. Twice a season, set the washing machine to a cold wash on a wool cycle and clean your puffy coat. When it’s time to dry, use a low heat setting and throw three tennis balls or a pair of clean sneakers in your dryer. “Feathers have tiny barbs that tend to mat together,” says Henry.

“Sneakers and tennis balls help to re-fluff the wet clumps — it excites the feathers.”

SH I NE YO U R S H O ES Snow and salt are leather’s worst enemies, causing boots to dry out, crack, and eventually become irreparable. In the past, saddle soap was meant to clean equestrian gear, but today it’s used for shoes as well. The soap is made with lanolin, a waxy-grease that helps in waterproofing and protecting, neatsfoot oil that helps softening and conditioning, and glycerol, which moisturizes and slows the drying of the leather. Work saddle soap into the boots using circular motions to produce lather as it cleans. Try Kiwi Saddle Soap ($5.49, Amazon.com).

Repeat the process on the other side of the

shoe. Next, polish and leave them to dry. Stuff your shoes with newspaper to retain the original shape. Reminder: never sit leather boots next to a heater to dry; this will cause the leather to age prematurely and crack. REM OV E STA IN S Oil? Chocolate? Lipstick? Don’t sweat it. “The key to removing stains is to act as soon as possible, before it sticks for good,” says Henry. First, play it safe. Dampen the end of a cotton swab with Johnson’s Baby Shampoo ($4, Target) and press it against the seam or a hem to see if any color transfers. “The temperature of the water makes all the difference. The chance of colors bleeding will increase as the water gets hotter,” says Henry. Fill a clean sink or wash tub with lukewarm water and baby shampoo, adding five drops of white distilled vinegar to keep silks shiny. Stir the water, then let the garment soak for no more than five minutes. Lay it flat on a towel to dry — do not squeeze to remove water. For quick fixes on cotton fabrics, Steve Becker of Genesee Dry Cleaners & Laundry says club soda is a quick fix when blotted on smaller stains.

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From the supermarket to the runway, food has inspired some of this year’s quirkiest pieces.

YOU WEAR WHAT YOU EAT Photographed by Carly Tumen

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spotlight at Milan Fashion Week 2014 with a food-inspired fall collection designed by Jeremy Scott.

Ketchup-red clothing and accessories featuring the familiar McDonalds’ golden arches graced the runway alongside other designs reminiscent of Hershey’s chocolate, Fruit Loops, and Cheetos.

Jeffrey Mayer, an associate professor of fashion design at Syracuse University, says it’s fairly radical to see food and fashion combine. But it’s not unheard of, especially from an eccentric designer like Scott, whose 2006 ready-to-wear line included french fry and pizza-printed garments.

“It is something you see during more whimsical time periods,” says Mayer.

The trend has slowly increased in popularity over the years, from Spanish designer Agatha Ruiz de la Prada’s eclectic fried egg embellished dresses in 2009 to Stella McCartney’s 2010 revival of the fruit print popularized in the fifties.

Celebrities like Rihanna, Katy Perry, and Rita Ora, who aren’t strangers to radical fashion, have already been spotted wearing the trend, which has made the transition from runway to rack this past summer. Food-wear has now manifested itself in the form of graphic print tops and accessories such as socks, hats, phone cases, and bags from brands like Neff and Zero Gravity. By Rachel Lockhart oschino stole the

PINEAPPLE PANTS Topshop $35; SHOES Office $70.51; SHIRT Walmart $10.97; SOCKS Topshop $6; LEMON SNEAKERS Adidas Stan Smith $48.95; DRESS American Apparel

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Fashion

BACK to BASICS Don’t underestimate your undergarments–bras make a statement and add subtle sex appeal. By Courteney Larocca

1. LINE & DOT BRA Collective-Habit $38.50 2. SHEER PURPLE BRA Uyesura $98 3. EBERJEY BRA Urban Outfitters $51 4. GRAY LACE BRA COS $35 5. RHINESTONE BRA Topshop $45 6. BLACK RIBBON BRA H&M $17.95 7. PATTERNED LACE BRA Topshop $24 8. BLACK AND WHITE BRA Topshop $24

In 1990, Madonna turned heads in her cone bra, sparking the underwear-as-outerwear trend. In 2009, the trend was revived when Lady Gaga and Rihanna wore corsets as clothing. Prada showcased the trend in its Spring 2014 show too, styling bras over tees.

Showing off your bra is becoming less taboo, even off the runway. Today, women are buying bras with the intention of showing them off, rather than keeping them hidden.

There are many more options than just neutral bras, says Donna Visconti, manager of Every Body Bras in Fayetteville, New York. Check out bras in prints and flashy colors for an instant update. Bra designers are inspired by many things, such as funky patterns like gingham, tie dye, and blue and white China-like patterns. “They even have decorations on the straps now,” Visconti says.

Bras are being made with unconventional materials; they are no longer just cotton and lace. Those made with unconventional materials, like metallic fabric or leather, aren’t meant to stay hidden, says Abby Hevesy, a model and makeup artist.

Embellishments like ruffles, bandeaus, spikes, and studs look great peeking out from an off-the-shoulder top.

Neutral and solid-colored undergarments can be trendy too. Many stores are selling bras that incorporate interesting shapes such as triangle cups, scalloped edges,

and geometric details for an edgy yet minimalistic look. Amy Camardello, an employee of Ellie Mia Boutique, says black bras with cage-like straps are a best-seller at the boutique. She says customers often show off their bras by wearing sheer tops or shirts that are open on the sides.

With the surge in athletic-inspired fashion, sports bras are having a street style moment. Try pairing your Nikes with a blazer and high-waisted pants or with a skirt and leather jacket. For an all-out sporty look, wear your sports bra under a boxy mesh t-shirt.

For someone who wants to just dip their toes in the bra-bearing waters, bandeaus are the way to go. They offer coverage, can be layered over another bra, and range from thin cotton tubes to bustiers. If you really want to make a statement, try a bandeau with a big bow detail on the front.

During colder months, colorful bras can be worn under sheer shirts and layered on top of a jacket. If bright color doesn’t suit your look, lace is a good alternative. Wear a black lace bra under a sheer T-shirt for effortless sex appeal.

With so many options, you’re sure to find a bra that shows off your personal style. As with many trends, comfort is key, says Rose Foulis, an employee at 3fifteen.

“If you think it looks good, then that’s all that matters.”

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Features

From BeyoncĂŠ to Emma Watson, many celebrities have become advocates of feminism. As the word becomes increasingly mainstream, millennials work to redefine the meaning of feminism and change the stigma behind this controversial term.

Story by Rose Aschebrock Photographed by Jordan Firkey

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W hat does feminism mean to you?

y college roommates and I sit huddled on my bed chatting about our busy days, when I pipe up with a question: “Do you consider yourself a feminist?”

My one roommate, Allie, ponders it for a moment.

“I want everything a feminist wants,” she says slowly, “but if I had to describe myself in three words I would never use that word.” Karen, my other roommate, laughs and yanks the duvet off of Allie.

“Allie, you’re a closet feminist,” she announces.

“Yeah, that’s what I am, a closet feminist,” Allie giggles, pulling the duvet back and over her head, her muffled voice replying. “But I am never coming out.”

All jokes aside, feminism is often seen as a female issue, with only women fighting for women’s rights.

However, gender inequality impedes men too, mainly through our society’s norms and expectations of how a male “should” act. When little boys fall down and scrape their knees we tell them “stop crying.” We tell boys that they have to be strong and assertive in order to be successful. We tell girls they have to be submissive so that they don’t emasculate the man.

Both of these options are gender norms forced on women and men; both are restricting.

Feminism isn’t a new idea. It dates all the way back to the 19th century and when the first wave of feminists fought for women’s suffrage. Then, in the 1960s, feminism grew to include issues of cultural inequality, gender norms, and the roles women play in society. The 1990s introduced a third wave of feminism, which sought to challenge the second wave feminist ideals that focused almost solely on the white, upper class experience.

Today, feminism is a word that has become more and more prevalent in mainstream media. On Aug. 24, the word ‘feminist’ lit up in 12-foot tall gold letters during Beyonce’s MTV Video Music Awards performance. Then, Emma Watson spoke about feminism in New York at the United Nations headquarters on behalf of the HeForShe campaign.

When I searched “feminism” on Buzzfeed, 51 related posts came up — 43 of them were posted in 2014. Add that to the 10 page spread “Women in the Workplace” featured in the April 2014 issue of Cosmopolitan magazine, and it would appear that feminism has once again become a hot topic.

Yet even with all this recent attention, many people still don’t actually know what the ideals of feminism entail. During comedian Aziz Ansari’s segment on The Late Show with David Letterman, he asked the audience to clap if they were feminists and then said “There’s a lot of people who didn’t clap, but I don’t believe you. Because if you look up feminist in the dictionary, it just means someone who believes men and women have equal rights. And I feel that everyone here believes men and women have equal rights.” According to a 2013 Huffington Post article, 

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Features  20 percent of Americans identified as feminists, while 82 percent believed that men and women should have economic, political, and social equality. And if you look feminism up in the dictionary it simply says “the advocacy of women’s rights on the grounds of political, social, and economic equality to men.” Essentially, 82 percent of Americans believe in the actual definition of feminism, but not the word itself. Men can, and should, be feminists. It’s not solely a women’s issue. Like Ansari said, the word feminist simply means you believe that men and women should have equality. Is it really too aggressive or too bossy to believe that men and women deserve equal rights?

According to Minnie Bruce Pratt, a Syracuse University women and gender studies professor, there is no monolithic type of feminism. “Feminism is a movement and like all political social movements there are left, right, and center points of view being represented,” says Pratt. “The relationship between feminism and women is contested and complex and there is much debate over how to understand what is in women’s interests and how to advance those interests.”

“You have the people on the right saying ‘I want to break the glass ceiling and be CEO,’ you have the people in the center who are like ‘I do want to be paid equal wages for the same work; I don’t want to just be called pretty,’ and then you have the people left who are connecting feminism to the rape culture and media beauty ideals because really feminism is tightly connected to all of those issues.”

In the United States, men and women are not paid the same amount for doing the same work despite the Equal Pay Act of 1963. On average, according to The White House, full-time working women earn 77 percent less than their male counterparts. In 1923, the Equal Rights Amendment was enacted, which called for the outlaw of discrimination based on gender.

In the year 2014, 91 years after the amendment’s introduction, we still face this issue of gender discrimination today.

Not only did Beyoncé reclaim the word feminism through her music, but many other well-known celebrities have as well.

Malala Yousfzai, the 2014 Nobel Peace Prize winner, speaks all over the world about the political need for female equality; style icon Tavi Gevinson founded Rookie magazine, a feminist website for teenage girls; and Lena Dunham creates, writes, and acts in the feminist-themed HBO television series Girls.

But even with the continued appearances of these influential figures who wave the feminist banner, so many are still uncertain. What is feminism? What do feminists actually stand for — and against?

While Beyoncé, through the voice of Nigerian feminist Chimamanda Ngozi Adiche, told us that it’s simply about social, political, and economic gender equality, Emma Wat3 2 | E Q UAL T I M E FA L L 2 0 1 4

son brought up the word ‘man-hating,’ saying “I realized that fighting for women’s rights has too often become synonymous with man-hating. If there is one thing I know for certain, it is that this has to stop.”

Like everything mainstream, there is a number of differing voices and viewpoints. One of the big questions surrounding modern feminism is, “Who is allowed to actually call themself a feminist?” Comic artist and writer Rosalarian Gedris encompasses feminism flawlessly in her pie analogy. “The patriarchy tells me I can have this piece of pie. Bad feminism tells me I can have this piece of pie instead. The feminism I believe in says ‘Hey girl, have the whole pie.’

By bad feminism, Gedris is referring to women who withstand the dominant patriarchal views by calling themselves feminists, but then ridicule and judge other women for the way they choose to act on their own feminist beliefs.

In a 2012 interview with Newsweek, Taylor Swift said “I don’t really think about things as guys versus girls. I never have.” This year, she went on French-Canadian talk show Tout Le Monde En Parle and announced that gender equality needs to be about women cheering on other women, not tearing each other down.

Basically, all these different types of feminism are the real deal; feminism isn’t just a single, concrete issue. It’s comprised of many different issues because there are so many ways that men and women do not have equal opportunities today. And before people – whether male or female – quickly disregard being a feminist and shake the word away, they need to actually know what feminism entails.

As a little girl in kindergarten, all I wanted to do was play outside and climb trees. My mum told me that I would have to wear shorts — not my usual dress — if I wanted to do so, but I refused. On one occasion, she forced me into shorts before dropping me off. I simply took them off and ran around the garden, birthday suit style. Later, my exasperated and embarrassed mother asked for an explanation. “Mum,” I said, “I can do anything in a dress.”

Little girls today have the same — if not greater — sentiments. In a video by T-shirt company FCKH8 called “Potty-Mouthed Princesses Drop F-Bombs for Feminism,” girls wearing princess dresses curse in the name of feminism. I watched as they piled their money into a ‘swear jar,’ saying “Women make 23 percent less than men for the exact same f*cking work. I shouldn’t need a penis to get paid. So f*ck focusing on the way I look and give me a book. My aspirations in life shouldn’t be worrying about the shape of my ass.”

They’re not afraid to embrace feminism and demand equality. Are you?

Mind Over Medicine

In the midst of fast-paced, convenient, and unhealthy ways of life, many people choose to revert back to more natural methods of healing and wellness. By Kelley Rowland

Thirty-one years ago, 18­-year­-old Paula Youmell began training to become a registered nurse. Her first patient, a man who had already suffered three heart attacks, taught her a lesson that changed her life. As she brought him hospital trays filled with lime green pre-packaged Jell­-O and reheated vegetables, Youmell came to a quick realization. “I knew I needed to learn more, because what I was learning in nursing school was not how to heal people,” she says. “It was about patching them up with surgery and drugs, shoving a little oxygen in their face and sending them on their merry way.” Youmell went on to become a whole food healer and holistic health educator with a master’s degree in wellness and fitness promotion from Syracuse University.

Youmell began the practice of holistic healing before it became the trendy lifestyle habit it is today. From Shailene Woodley’s clay-­eating escapades (she eats clay to release toxins from her body), to Gwyneth Paltrow’s cupping marks from the ancient practice intended to increase blood flow, the current celebrity culture paints an absurd picture of holistic practices. Putting of­-the­-moment Hollywood celebrities aside, the promotion of these practices indicates a resurgence of age­-old ideals.

Holistic healing has origins that stem partly from traditional Chinese medicine, in which people believed in the interconnectivity of all aspects of nature, including the human body.

In its modern construct, holistic healing continues to encompass ­drug-free and non­surgical practices such as acupuncture, chiropractic care, and yoga. According to the American Holistic Medical Association, integral treatment of the mind, body, and spirit defines the holistic philosophy which incorporates lifestyle changes such as diet, exercise, and counseling that are intended to promote an overall healthy state of being.

A 2013 nationwide government survey found that 62 percent of U.S. adults aged 18 years and older use some form of alternative medicine as a complement to mainstream medical treatment. Of that population, the majority relied on prayer for therapeutic purposes, while the rest incorporated deep breathing exercises, meditation, massage, chiropractic care, and diet-­based therapies into their lifestyles. Twenty-eight percent of those surveyed used alternative medicine because they believed conventional medical treatments would not solve their health problems.

If you want to take care of your body holistically, eating healthy food is a strong way to start. Youmell emphasizes the importance of whole food nutrition in her own life and with her patients. “Both my kids think I’m crazy. I am a very healthy eater and will not eat garbage food at all,” Youmell says. When working with patients, she also concentrates on their nutrition, but as they get to know one another, she takes into account the counseling side of holistic practice. Nutritional and emotional healing must take place simultaneously.

Under the ideals of holism, each part of the body is essential to the functioning of the whole.

“Holistic medicine doesn’t just look at singular units of an individual and aim to address one problem like headaches,” says Dessa Bergen-­Cico, Ph.D., a professor at the David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics at Syracuse University. “It tends to be more prevention based.”

Holistic practices have both positive and negative attributes.

For one, holistic methods cannot fix incidents of trauma nor generally fix a serious health problem, such as cancer, that has already manifested. This is a point both Youmell and Bergen-­Cico stress.

The other issue with alternative holistic practices is the cost. Doctor Howard Walsdorf of University Chiropractic and Natural Healing in Syracuse, N.Y. explains that many holistic services have a relatively high insurance co-pay while some insurance companies don’t cover holistic physicians at all, which makes access limited.

However, there are financially sound ways to incorporate these practices into your life. A 2013 Harvard School of Public Health study found that it only cost $1.50 more per day or $547.50 a year to eat a nutritious meal. Health care costs for obese individuals, according to the U.S. Medical Expenditure Panel Survey, are 42 percent higher at around $1,500 a year.

In the 21st century, holistic healing ideals are being rediscovered. People are moving away from the unhealthy tendencies that prove to be detrimental to health, and are instead relying on more natural methods. Ultimately, a combination of holistic practices and Western medical treatment should be part of anyone’s healthy choices. Thirty-one years after her start down the holistic path, Youmell still feels great. “Even when I am irritated or frustrated, I am an extremely happy person,” she says. “I’m even-­keeled, like there’s a calm in me — even in chaos.”

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Embrace winter’s chill for an ethereal yet polished look with cozy knits, sparkly embellishments, and tailored pieces.

Styling by Annika Downs, Renee Cherry, & Kiera Henderson Makeup by Amanda Etkind Photographed by Allen Chiu

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On Christy (left) SWEATER H&M; JACKET Mackage $341; SHORTS Vestique $32.50; HEELS Aldo On Nadaizja (right) DRESS Topshop $56

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On Nadaizja (left) SWEATER H&M; SKORT Zara $49.90; VEST Saks Fifth Avenue On Bridget (right) SHIRT Zara; CORSET Papaya; NECKLACE Zara $29.90

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On Christy (left) TANK TOP Ann Taylor On Katrina (right) SKIRT H&M $20; SWEATER Zara; HEELS MICHAEL Michael Kors $129.95

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DO IT YO U R S EL F

One last thing...

ALL WOUND UP

1. Roll one sheet of paper into a tube shape. The width of your tube will depend on the length and diameter of each cord (the diameter of our iPhone tube measured an inch wide, while our laptop charger got about three inches). Secure with tape. If desired, add washi tape for embellishment and extra hold.

Untangle your mess with this do-ityourself electronic cord organizer.

By Gabriela Riccardi

2. Apply alphabet stickers along tube to create horizontal labels.

by 12”), alphabet letter stickers, tape, scissors, washi tape (optional)

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3. Wind charger cords into figure-eight shapes measuring about seven to eight inches long. Slide into tubes.

Photos: Gabriela Riccardi

You’ll need: sturdy scrapbook paper (we used 6”

EASY BAKE Nutella Lava SERVES 2

GF

4 tbsp. flour 3 tbsp. sugar 3 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder 1 egg 3 tbsp. Nutella 3 tbsp. milk 3 tbsp. vegetable oil 2 tbsp. semi-sweet chocolate chips whipped cream

In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients except chocolate chips. Beat well with a whisk until smooth and blended. Divide the batter into two large mugs, then add chocolate chips to each, pressing them into the batter.

Microwave for one and a half to two minutes, or until moist and fluffy. Top with whipped cream and enjoy!

Whip up each of these three yummy cakes in five minutes flat–all you need is a microwave and a mug.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana SERVES 2

1 overripe banana ¼ cup peanut butter (or a nut butter of your choice) 1 egg 2 tsp. granulated sugar 3 tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Mash the banana in a large mug with a fork, then add the nut butter and egg and mix thoroughly. Stir in sugar and cocoa powder, and beat until smooth.

Fold in chocolate chips. Separate the batter into two mugs and microwave separately for one and a half to two minutes each, until risen and firm.

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip SERVES 1

¼ cup flour ¼ cup sugar ½ tsp. pumpkin spice 1 egg 3 tbsp. pumpkin pie filling or pumpkin purée 2 tbsp. semi-sweet chocolate chips

Combine flour, sugar, and pumpkin spice in a large mug, then stir in egg. Add pumpkin pie filling and chocolate chips, stirring until all ingredients are thoroughly combined. Sprinkle more chocolate chips on top, then microwave for two minutes.

Compiled by Kelsey Burke

OVER HEARD

@DJ’s I ain’t tipsy, I in the club doe!

Fuck you, Walt Disney!

I can’t tell if I have to sneeze or just hate you.

He asked her over to watch a movie...and they just watched a movie.

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How many people have you fucked this week?

You look like an ugly version of Kate Hudson.

I think I’ll be the slutty Statue of Liberty this year.

I’m either Spiderman or really drunk right now.

I say ‘quesadilla’ wrong to annoy the Mexicans.

Do you think the alien from American Dad is real?

I’d die without my mirror.

I’m pretty sure my boyfriend is gay.

AS S E E N O N INSTAG RA M

One Last Thing...

The Rise & Fall of Castle Court

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