JAYE January 2009
your recession-proof shopping guide [p.72]
because college is more than the classroom
upgrade in ‘09
>> budget better! >> schedule wiser! >> learn to say no!
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The Web Wunderkind
ways to simplify your life in 2009
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n i r a e y w e he n t! e g d >> Start tn u b r e d n style — a d u
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photos from barack obama’s historic election night victory new year, new hair! The latest styles and the products to help you get ‘em Get your pre-holiday bod back! Lose weight fast with our easy tips page 133
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WHAT’S INSIDE JANUARY 2009 / VOLUME 2 / ISSUE 1 JAYEMAG.COM
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The IN Thing P. 15-37 Soft pastels and bold brights; metallic shoes and smoky-colored bags; cocktail rings; basic black reinvented; plus much more
winter skin care tips
The Regulars 7 12 47 63 70 137 138 140
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winter’s trendiest coats cover reads
15 wonderful winter fashion Start the new year in style — and under budget 54
photos from Barack Obama’s historic election night victory
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shop smart! your recession-proof shopping guide
78 Teresa Wu The Web Wunderkind 87 Upgrade Your Life 18 ways to simplify your life 121 New Year, New Hair The latest styles and products to help you get ‘em 133 Get your pre holiday bod back Lose weight fast with our easy tips
fashion & Style
8 trend watch Stars love their black bottoms 10 STYLE STAR Solange Knowles and her second-to-none personal style 38 DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT Narciso Rodriguez continues to leave his mark on the fashion industry
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42 Pucker Up Lip glosses made just for you
68 The Palin Factor Is Sarah Palin helping women’s progress? Robyn Sapenter weighs in
40 Beauty Tidbits with Tee Marvelous mascaras, DIY pedis, and at- home spa dates By Tieranee Jones
44 Let’s get skintimate A skin-friendly shower scrub
94 American Woman Home-grown designers and the hottest must-haves from their resort collections
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126 safeguard your skin Protect your skin with these easy tips
Coat Check Bundle up with the chicest winter coats
112 First Look Get a head start on spring with what’s new in accessories
Memo from Mike Masthead Scoop JAYE digest Real Talk with Sasha B. Health Headliners Horoscope ‘Till We Meet Again
New Hair, New ‘Do Four attentiongrabbing, on-trend hairstyles and the products you need to get them
130 celebrity inspiration Tyra Banks 133 Get rid of those pesky holiday pounds A guide to getting your ideal spring body
54 change is here! A riveting photo portfoilio highlighting Barack Obama’s Presidential victory By Ashley Johnson
72 The girl’s recession-proof shopping guide Stay stylish without going broke with our insider secrets By Chandler Stephens 78 Teresa’s rise to the top Teresa Wu and the clever ways she uses the ‘net By Michael Jones 87 The Simple Life Start your ‘09 on the right foot with 18 fail-safe pointers to simplify your life By Michael Jones
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JAYE January 2009
no looking back
MR. PRESIDENT Top: President Barack Obama waves to his supporters and to the country with First Daughters Sasha and Malia and First Lady Michelle. Below: Kick start your spring semester and new year by dropping any extra weight you picked up eating delicious holdiay food and dessert. Our tips on page 133 give you all you need to make it happen.
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’m my harshest critic, so at the start of a new year, you can find me thinking back on the mistakes, pitfalls and slipups that occurred during the previous one—and I’ll bet I’m not alone. But with Barack Obama’s victory in last November’s presidential election, we can now look forward and turn the page and truly start anew. Of course, challenges still lie ahead, but President Obama’s victory and the subsequent galvanization of the country that has occurred in such a short time is the testament to our country’s resolve, progress and willingness to hope and dream again. We honor our president, who will be inaugurated this month, with our “Change is Here!” photo package on page 54. To help you change your lives for the better this year, we’ve prepared a list of pointers to help you simplify your life in 2009 on page 87. With a few tweaks in your routine, you can maximize your college experience. I’m certain there’s an idea for each of you, and I urge you to give them a try. The issue is packed with heaps of fresh pieces of info to ensure that ’09 is your best yet. So leave the struggles and stresses from last year in the past, pledge to not turn back and promise to look forward with your head held high. E-mail me and let me know what your plans to have a flourishing new year are, and as always, have a ball reading the issue!
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hollywood starlets love their black bottoms!
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black is back: these stars turn a gothic staple into a glam must-have with endless possibilities!
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beckham, bauergriffinonline. alba, fabsugar.com. kidman, eonline.com. theron, zimbio.com. olsen, klum, rihanna: people.com.
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■ Born and bred in Houston, Solange Knowles, younger sister to Beyonce, has created an image of her own. Never one to try to please the fashion critics, Solange takes as many chances with her personal style as she does her music. A huge fan of accessories, including belts, bags and shoes, Solange is no stranger to high-end must-haves that keep her fans yearning for more — and her fault-finders wondering what the heck is she thinking. Hate her or love her, you gotta respect her.
red carpet radiance Solo wore this eye-catching frock and cut-outwedges to the 2008 BET Awards. (eonline.com)
Solange’s second-to-none personal style
B&W Beauty Solange shows that black-andwhite doesn’t have to be boring. She whittles her waste by cinching her one-shoulder blouse and check out the checkered pumps! (italian-fashionwatch.com.)
lovely lbd Solange shows that style is all about the details at the 50th Annual GRAMMY Awards in February. (Wire Image)
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Bag lady Solange shows a little sass and attitude with her stark-white ruffled blouse, polka dot skirt and look-at-me animal skin bag. (upscaleswagger. com)
“The more experienced you are and the more people you meet and the more confident you get in your artistry, you fight to say, Hey, this is what I want.” – Solange Knowles
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Ring in the new year with generously-cut trousers, figure-flattering vests and nonchalant blazers — don't forget the sky-high heels! >>
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the in thing Leggings $30, Love Label, greatuniversal.com.
Trends at EVERY PRICE
Coin Purse $18, Urban Originals, madaboochoo.com.au. Bag $420, Cleo & Patek, ebags.com style tip Don't wait 'til spring to rock this printed dress! Throw on a blazer and opaque tights for a cozy and casual look.
Shoes $49, Nina Brendie, lulusfashionlounge.com.
Dress $21.50, Wet Seal, wetseal.com. Bangles $8 each, Monika Politan, shop.monikapolitan.com.
Tank $26, Buckle, buckle.com. Trench Coat $49.99, Ashley Stewart, ashleystewart.com.
RESORT REPORT
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Answer the call of the wild with classic pieces in firm animal prints Christian Dior 16 JAYE | JANUARY 2009
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Dress $2895, Stella McCartney, net-a-porter.com
Trends at EVERY PRICE Jacket $100, CC Petite, ccfashion.co.uk.
Bag $80, Rokit, rokit.co.uk.
lady in red Although the color of this bag if feminine and dainty, the studs add edge and toughness.
Dress $336, Vera Wang Lavender, net-a-porter.com.
Bag $310, Bulga, bluefly.com. Jacket $12.99, Wet Seal, wetseal.com.
RESORT REPORT
Cardigan $79.99, J. Crew, jcrew.com.
Blouse $240, Malene Birger, my-wardrobe.com.
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The pastel tints of your favorite colors soften up your essentials and lighten winter's mood 18 JAYE | JANUARY 2009
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the in thing Sweater $39.50, American Eagle, ae.com.
Cuff $4.99, Old Navy, oldnavy.com.
Trends at EVERY PRICE
Pants $59.50, J. Crew, jcrew.com.
dress up or down This suede peep-toe pump works with wide-leg jeans for class or with trousers or a pencil skirt for evenings.
Pumps $79.95, Bakers, bakersshoes.com.
Belt $36, Top Shop, Topshop.com.
Necklace $14.90, Asia Jam, asiajam.com.
Clutch $30, Miso, republic.co.uk.
Cardigan $670, Miu Miu, net-a-porter.com.
Skirt $17.80, Forever 21, forever21.com.
RESORT REPORT
Dress $560, Mint Jodi Arnold, net-a-porter.com.
sparks fly
Demand attention this semester with vibrantly bright hues that display attitude and personality 20 JAYE | JANUARY 2009
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Get your shine on with metallic shoes that escalate the bling factor
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1 $467, roberto cavalli, couture.zappos.com. 2 $590, ALEJANDRO INGELMO, brownsfashion.com. 3 $150, j. crew, jcrew.com. 4 $70, ASOS, asos.com. 5 $69, steve madden, buckle.com. 6 $64, rsvp, zappos.com. 7 $510, marni, net-a-porter. com. 8 $21.99, ami clubwear, amiclubwear.com. 9 $220, kurt geiger, kurtgeiger.com.
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Times are tough, so smartly invest in smoky black and gray carryalls with ample staying power
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1 $21.80, forever 21, forever21.com. 2 $54, pacsun, shop.pacsun.com. 3 $199.99, j. crew, jcrew.com. 4 $1950, Zac posen, eluxury.com. 5 $900, cc syke, bunnyhug.co.uk. 6 $16.99, old navy, oldnavy.com. 7 $400, marc by marc jacobs, net-a-porter.com. 8 $29.99, merona, target.com. 9 $1395, stella mccartney, net-a-porter.com.
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Amp up your winter wardbrobe with chic pieces of finger candy
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1 $55.80, marc by marc jacobs, zappos.com. 2150, kenneth jay lane, vivre.com. 3 $40, VINTAGE JUNE, vintagejune.com 4 $60, barton & Barton, bartonandbarton.com. 5 $26, sparkles forever, sparklesforever.com. 6 $110, tracy porter, tracyporter.com. 7 $62, phuze designs, aplusrstore.com. 8 $95, forzieri, forzieri.com. 9 $44, portia jewelry, portiajewelry.com.
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the in thing Keep your hands warm with a pair of chic looking long leather gloves. $48, Urban Outfitters, urbanoutfitters.com.
A pin is a quick and easy way to take an outfit from ordinary to extraordinary. $2.80, Forever 21, forever21.com.
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Dara's desires
These will keep you warm cozy whether you decide to wear them out on the town or in your home. $16, Urban Outfitters, urbanoutfitters.com.
Accessories editor Dara Adeeyo reveals the essential extras of the season
Spring into floral tights this winter. They keep you warm, and remind you that the Spring season is soon to come! $14, Look from London, bluefly.com. Show off your wild side with a piece of jewelry that expresses your favorite animal. $10, LuLu's, lulus.com. Sneakers not really your choice of shoe? Well, put on a pair of sequenced sneakers and you’ll change your view on the sneaker. $85, Converse, shopbop.com.
Bring out the bombshell in you with a modernized version of the Mary Jane shoe. It’s double the height and triple the strap! $55, Aldo, aldoshoes.com. Make a bold winter statement with an oversized scarf. $12.99, Merona, target.com.
>> Check out secretista.com, Dara's personal blog, where she muses about school, life and fashion.
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the in thing dress $22.99, Charlotte Russe, charlotterusse.com.
BOOts $39.99, White Mountain, piperlime.com. turtleneck $22.50, Delia's, stores.delias.com.
necklace $4.80, Forever 21, forever21.com. pants $12.99, Rampage, rampage.com.
necklace $8.80, Forever 21, forever21.com.
SWEATER $44.50, American Eagle, ae.com.
platforms $29.99, Go Jane, gojane.com.
Skirt $12.99, Wet Seal, wetseal.com.
necklace $24, Urban Outfitters, urbanoutfitters.com.
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Right: Givenchy shows that black doesn't always equal boring.
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Adorned with piles of gold chains, black isn't mundane and monotonous — instead, it's edgy and avant-garde, the perfect upgrade (at the perfect price point!) for the new year and new you
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the in thing
Lust, Love, Lose Your go-to guide for the trends you gotta get, need to keep and should to stow away
floral dress, $24.80, Forever 21, forever21.com Carolina Herrera
LUST: floral print dress
LOVE: long cardigans
LOSE: messenger bags
>> The beauty of this dress is its versatility: It can be dressed down for day, and dressed up for night. >> Thanks to the black elastic band, a boyfriend blazer matches perfectly — and adds a welcome dose of toughness to an otherwise feminine look. For more warmth, opaque tights do the trick. >> Ankle boots work amazingly well with this dress (again, the sharpness of the boots merge well with the flimsiness of the dress). >> Keep the rest of the extras simple: A bangle or ring is just enough.
>> Although this trend is shown dressed up, by way of Carolina Herrera, the long cardi can instantly chic up a jeans and t-shirt combo. >> If you're yearning to wear your spring standbys that are waiting patiently to be worn again, you don't have to wait for warm weather with this essential layering piece. >> Don't be afraid to add depth to your looks by cinching your cardigans with skinny or wide belts. >> This wear-with-anything must-have will save the day when a blazer or jacket is too professional.
>> Rachel Bilson is style darling, but her messenger bag stands no chance among the heaps of structured totes and satchels that define this season's It accessories. >> Designers are making handbags that are roomy like messengers but still retain the flash of traditional bags. >> Of course you need a bag large enough to handle your mammoth textbooks, but that doesn't mean you should sacrifice style for utility. While shopping, think about how to satisfy both needs.
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cardigan: STYLE.COM; rachel bilson: celebritynewsflash.wordpress.COM
style tip Check out price-concious retailers like Forever 21 for affordable treasures like this floral dress that can be worn now and when temperatures rise.
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Ashton Kutcher may make a living being a funny man, but his personal style is no joke. Demi's guy cleans up well — and shows that 2009 is the year for your guy to do the same
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JAYE STYLE CHIC CHARLIZE (Below) Academy Award-winning actress Charlize Theron sports a LBD at “Late Show with David Letterman” in 2008. The dress was from Narciso Rodriguez’s fall 2008 collection. Those who adore Rodriguez note his attention to detail, like in the criss-cross design on the dress. Rodriguez worked at Cerruti, Anne Klein under Donna Karan and Calvin Klein before he launched his own label (Right) An ideal evening dress that will work wonders for years to come. Dress, $1085, Narciso Rodriguez, net-a-porter.com
DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT Narciso Rodriguez
FIRST LADY FAVORITE On what some say was the biggest night of her life, First Lady Michelle Obama donned this dress from Rodriguez’s spring 2009 collection as her husband, and the newly-elected President Barack Obama delivered his victory speech. Michelle received mixed reviews for the frock.
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Despite initial resistance from his parents, the Parsonseducated fashion designer is adored equally by industry insiders and our new First Lady. As he enters his 11th year, Narciso Rodriguez continues to attract fans and design marvelous musthaves
■ The son of Cuban immigrants, Narciso Rodriguez didn’t get the green light from his parents to enter the fashion industry immediately. “They wanted me to be a doctor or a lawyer or a dentist. So when I dared to tell them, the s--- hit the fan. It was crazy. But no matter how many times I heard ‘No,’ I just kept going. I never thought about ‘no’. ‘No’ wasn’t an option,” the designer told hispaniconline. com in 2007. Clients like Salma Hayek, Claire Danes, Sarah Jessica Parker, Rachel Weisz, and Sonia Braga are glad he followed his dreams, and in a little over 10 years, Rodriguez has earned a reputation for designing wearable pieces that flatter almost any figure. Industry professionals also rave about Rodriguez — look no further than to 2005 when he became the first American to win the Council of Fashion Designers of America Womenswear Designer of the Year Award two years in a row. In 2003, Rodriguez released a women’s fragrance, and a men’s fragrance will be released this year. For more information, visit narcisorodriguez.com.
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RODRIGUEZ, BRIGHTSTARLIGHTS.WORDPRESS.COM; THERON, ZIMBIO.COM; OBAMA, GETTY IMAGES; SPRING 2009 LOOK, STYLE.COM.
Narciso Rodriguez all bundled up in shades of gray.
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Less is more This winter, take a minimalist approach to make up like model Chanel Iman backstage at Bill Blass.
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<< I love how Christina Aguilera isn’t afraid to push the envelope with her bold lipstick and eye-catching blonde locks. And even though she had a baby last year, she’s back on her A-game body-wise.
DIY Pedis: We’re in a recession, and times are tough on everyone financially. That’s why I was thrilled when I came across this salon-quality pedicure kit for under $10 by Kiss ($9.99 at Walgreens). It has it all: toenail clippers, cuticle nipper, foot brush & stone, cuticle pusher and cleaner, pedicure file, toe separators, nail file, fourway buffer, manicure sticks and a travel pouch.
Money-making tidbit: If you need some extra cash, use this pedicure kit, and do your girlfriends’ pedis as the temps rise and spring sandals start to reappear.
Shower power One of my resolutions this year is to take care and love myself first. Thankfully, I can do it on a budget with sporadic shower scrubs to help me unwind and have radiant skin. Healthy Living has a easy recipe that I just had to share: You need: >> 1 medium cucumber, peeled and grated (use a cheese grater) >> 1 cup buttermilk >> 1/2 cup sea salt or kosher salt Directions: >> In a small bowl, mix the cucumber and buttermilk. >> Add the salt and blend into a thick paste. >> Relax in a warm shower for 5 minutes, allowing the heat to open your pores. >> Apply the scrub, paying special attention to dry areas like elbows and knees, then rinse. (Use this scrub before shaving, because the salt can irritate freshly shaved skin.)
Marvelous Mascara It’s products like Givenchy’s Phenomen’Eyes, right, ($27) that keeps me running back to Sephora for all my makeup needs. This is a cosmetic essential that will do the trick for those of you with short eyelashes.
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I have tons of blemishes, but concealer isn’t doing the trick. What should I use? Let me start by explaining that concealer is used mainly for lightening dark, under-eye circles and is not meant for blemishes, and according to experts, since it is one or two shades lighter than your skin tone, it will draw attention to the blemish. For blemishes, I suggest using a foundation stick that matches your skin perfectly and spot-applying to any blemishes or problem areas. Visit your local drugstore for tons of foundations or seek out the skills of a make-up artist at a department store.
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What a Girl Wants Brave the cold weather in Inspire, a fruity, feminine and floral fragrance by Christina Aguilera. Although it possesses a combo of mango, freesia, gardenia, citrus, tuberose and sandalwood notes, it’s not too intense and can be found at macys.com for a reasonably-priced $49 — or at a variety of other price points and sizes.
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ALBA This pineapple-infused gloss, $47, mothernature.com, will make it easier to maintain until spring’s warm weather and fruity scents. You’ll also love the fact that it’s made with certified organic emollients.
burt’s bees This popular gloss (below) is available in cherry, lemon lime, raspberry and strawberry and it’s easy on your wallet, $3.50/each, selfexpressions.com, so order ‘em in all four flavors!
CARGO Make room in your makeup bag for this jumbo tins filled with double glosses, $20, sephora.com, that provide the much-desired sheerness lending a barely-there pout.
Jane Iredale This gloss, $19, skincarerx.com, comes in 18 flavors including: cherry sparkle, sugar plum and iced mocha and is formulated in a base of white lily gel with a fresh lemon-ginger flavor.
body shop This isn’t the Body Shop you frequented as a teen for all the trendy clothes. Instead, this brand offers $10 glosses like the one to the left that conditions, nourishes, and protects the skin.
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lancome In six marvelous shades, this Juicy Tubes Jelly Ultra Shiny Lip Gloss, $18, available at Dillard’s, supplies sheer coverage with a wash of color and is easy to apply thanks to its tube-tip applicator.
Palladio This shiny nude herbal gloss, $5, beautydeals.net, is charged with five herbs: Ginseng, Grenn Tea, Gingko Biloba, Chamomile and Aloe Vera. And you’ll appreciate that it’s Fortified with anti-oxidant Vitamins A, C, D & E to combat free radicals that cause the breakdown of skin’s elasticity.
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Let’s get skintimate! Now, more than give it a try! We know you’ll love this scrub as much as we do. Annihilate dead skin cells and remove icky dirt with this energizing sugar body scrub, $8.99, drugsdepot.com.
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ever, you need the best skin care commodities to keep your dermis protected and glowing By TaNesha Spratling
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>> WHAT’S HOT IN MOVIES, MUSIC, TV & POP CULTURE “When a clerical error causes a clash in wedding dates — they’re now to be married on the same date! —Liv, Emma and their lifelong friendship are put to the ultimate test.”
■ Bride Wars, a romantic-comedy where Liv (Hudson) and Emma (Hathaway) are friends who since childhood have planned every detail of their respective weddings. At the top of their bridal “must have” list: a ceremony at New York’s ultimate bridal destination, the Plaza Hotel. When a clerical error causes a clash in wedding dates — they’re now to be married on the same date! —Liv, Emma and their lifelong friendship are put to the ultimate test. Liv, a successful lawyer who is used to getting what she wants, including the perfect job and the perfect man, won’t settle for anything less than the perfect wedding she has dreamed of for years. Emma, a schoolteacher who has always been good at taking care of others, but not so much in looking after herself, discovers her inner Bridezilla and comes out swinging when her own dream wedding is imperiled. Now, the two best friends who’d do anything for each other, find themselves in a no-holds-barred, take-no-prisoners struggle that threatens to erupt into all-out war. Synopsis courtesy of cinemas-online.co.uk.
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not easily broken T.D. Jakes does it again! With one great movie under his belt, Jakes brings back the excitement in his second novel-turned-movie, Not Easily Broken. This movie chronicles the lives of Dave (Morris Chestnut) and Clarice (Taraji P. Henson) Johnson, a couple who have been married for more than a decade. After a fatal car crash leaves Clarice seriously injured, they receive help from a female physical therapist named Julie (Maeve Quinlan) who comes into the Johnson home and renders aide to Clarice, and in the process, also gets close to Dave giving him the attention he craves. Not Easily Broken is an enlightening drama about love, trials, and family, and brings an age-old question to the forefront: Are we really meant to be together, and if so, how do we fight to keep what we have built?
notorious Sean “P. Diddy” Combs is back on the movie scene, but this time as the executive producer of the movie, Notorious, which follows the life and death of his late friend and mentor, Christopher Wallace, better known as In this suspenseful the Notorivideo autobiography, ous B.I.G. we can expect to see In this the hardships that suspensethe Notorious B.I.G. ful video faced on his journey. autobiography, we can expect to see the hardships that the Notorious B.I.G, played by newcomer Jamal Woolard, faced on his journey to becoming one of the greatest rappers of all time. According to imdb.com, this story charts his meteoric rise to fame and his refusal to succumb to expectation. Angela Bassett plays his mom, and Derek Luke as P. Diddy.
if you haven’t seen it yet >> Valkyrie
Bedtime Stories
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new in town As a determined, motivated, and rising executive, Lucy Hill (Renee Zellweger) takes a new job in a new town. Her love for corporate advancement drives her to take on this temporary assignment of restructuring a manufacturing plant. Relocating is always a hassle, but Lucy takes the task head on because this move could be big for her career. What starts off as a simple job assignment turns into a life altering experience when she discovers a new meaning of life and a man to share it with. This romantic comedy costars Harry Connick, Jr., Frances Conroy, and Nathan Fillion. New in Town is set to release January 30, 2009.
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valkyrie, collider.com. bedtime stories, yes man, reelmovienews.com. cadillac records, mlive.com
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music news Miley Cyrus, 16, pop phenomonon and star of Disney’s “Hannah Montana,” admitted embarassment when a photograph of her wearing only a towel appeared in a profile of Cyrus in Vanity Fair magazine (right). Months later, Cyrus has changed her tune. She told the Daily Record, “She (photographer Annie Leibovitz) was amazing and so talented and her lighting ... I would love to work with her again,” “Everyone outside of America liked it a little bit more because that’s more like the style, but the States are really conservative.” 50 JAYE | JANUARY 2009
mariah carey The Ballads Living-legend and newlywed Mariah Carey has released a compilation, her eighteenth album to date, containing eighteen of her most famous ballads including “Hero,” “Vision of Love,” and “Always Be My Baby.” The album includes collaborations with Boyz II Men, Westlife, Luther Vandross and more. This is a must-have that you can groove to at your most intimate moments when reminiscing on relationships of the past, looking for love in the future or when you just feel like singing along. Go grab it January 20, 2009 at your local music store!
warren G The G File Don’t call it a Comeback! Warren G brings his old school swagger back to hip hop with his 6th solo album set to hit stores January 27, 2009. For all you true to heart hip hop fans, this one’s a taker. He features some of the greats on his album including Snoop Dogg, Paul Wall, and Travis Barker according to Streethop.com.
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lisa “left eye” lopes Eye-Legacy The late, great Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes’ will have her second solo album, EyeLegacy, released since her untimely death in 2002. This highly anticipated album is set to hit stores January 27, 2009. The first single, “Let’s Just Do It,” features Missy Elliot. The album also features other amazing artists including rappers Lil’ Mama and Chamillionaire and R&B crooner Bobby Valention;. A portion of the profits from her album sales will go to the Lisa Lopes Foundation and her orphanage in Honduras, according to UrbanNetwork.
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liar, liar Johnathan Hay, a well-known music rep, admitted he made up the rumors about pop star Rihanna and rapper Jay-Z having an undercover romance. According to Associated Content, “Along with one of my partners, I then began to fabricate stories of Rihanna and Jay-Z, leaking false rumors to tabloids, working internet message boards, etc.,” Hay said. “We started to get an insane amount of media coverage very fast. There are so many things we did that people don’t even know about, not even Rihanna. She was completely unknown and I was paid by Vada Nobles to generate publicity. I feel awful but, yes, I leaked some of those stories.”
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Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe Viewed as the archetypal modern African novel in English, Things Fall Apart chronicles the life of Okonkwo, a leader and local wrestling champion throughout the nine villages of the Igbo ethnic group of Umuofia in Nigeria, his three wives, his children (mainly concerning his oldest son Nwoye and his favorite daughter Ezinma), and the influences of British colonialism and Christian missionaries on his traditional Igbo (archaically spelled “Ibo”) community during an unspecified time in the late nineteenth or early twentieth century. The Sound and the Fury by William Faulkner This classic novel, divided into four sections, takes place in the fictional Yoknapatawpha County. The first is from the viewpoint of Benjy Compson, a thirtythree year old man with mental retardation. The second segment is set eighteen years earlier than the other three and is told from the point of view of Quentin Compson, the Harvard-educated student who commits suicide after a series of events involving his sister Caddy. The third is from the point of view of their cynical, embittered brother, Jason, and the fourth is from a third-person-limitedomniscient narrative point-of-view focused on Dilsey, the Compson family’s black servant, and her unbiased point of view, which allows the reader to make his or her own assumptions from the actions of the other characters. Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad According to wikipedia. org, This highly symbolic story is actually a story within a story. It follows Marlow as he recounts, from dusk through to late night, his adventure into the Congo to a group of men aboard a ship anchored in the Thames Estuary. The story details an incident when Marlow, an Englishman, took a foreign assignment as a ferry-boat captain, employed by a Belgian trading company. Although the river is never specifically named, readers may assume it is the Congo River, in the Congo Free State, a private colony of King Leopold II. Marlow is employed to transport ivory downriver; however, his more pressing assignment is to return Kurtz, another ivory trader, to civilization in a cover up. Kurtz has a reputation throughout the region.
This just in >> ■ According to Nielsen Co., U.S. households watch eight hours of TV a day, the equivilent of a work day. Home TVs turned on for an average of eight hours, 18 minutes a day; a decade ago, American households watched an average of seven hours, 15 minutes a day. In a Los Angeles Times report, TV continues to be the screen of choice despite increasing competition from computers. During the third quarter — when the Olympic Games and presidential debates were broadcast — American individuals watched more than 142 hours of TV a month, which was five hours more than in the same period in 2007, or an increase of 4 percent, according to Nielsen — that comes out to more than four-and-a-half hours a day. (By comparison, the typical American gets only 6 hours, 40 minutes of sleep per night, according to a 2008 poll by the National Sleep Foundation.) ■ 52 JAYE | JANUARY 2009
melrose place, tvrage.net.
Novel notes: must-read books >>
the secret life of bees, collier.k12.fl.us . A thousand splendid suns, ko-go.gr
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change is here! With his family at his side, and the support of hundreds of thousands of proud Americans in Chicagoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Grant Park, Barack Obama, the 44th President of United States of America spoke to the world on the heels of his historic victory. Thanks to the Obama campaign and Flickr, the photosharing site, here youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find the pictures from a night that changed our nation By Ashley Johnson
Decision 2008: America spoke and BARACKed the vote!
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The First Family
President Obama, Sasha (7), Malia, (10) and Michelle greet the excited crowd moments after learning of the historic victory.
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“Congratulations Daddy, or should I say Mr. President!”
Barack and his family watch Sen. John McCain’s concession speech.
Barack and Marian Robinson, his mother-in-law, share an intimate moment after the results.
Barack Obama and Joe Biden: It’s been a trying journey but its only the beginning!
Our First lady supports her husband.
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Barack and Michelle Obama and Marian Robinson watch the progress of the election and anticipate the outcome.
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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a dream anymore. Obama possesses the hope, wisdom, and vision that America needs.
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“I know you didn’t do this just to win an election and I know you didn’t do it for me. You did it because you understand the enormity of the task that lies ahead.” – Barack Obama, Election Night 2008
Girls only! Sasha, Malia and Michelle share a mother-daughter moment in sight of their father’s historic win.
President Obama and the First Lady wave to the supporters.
JAYE HISTORY President Barack Obama with wife Michelle and Vice President Joe Biden with wife Jill.
It’s not about color; It’s about CHANGE!
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quick hits on current events, happenings & trends
can’t we all just get along? It’s not easy to get along
with your BFF’s jackass of a boyfriend — but it’s not impossible. With a little (well, a lot of!) patience and communication, it can be done
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auren Conrad just couldn’t deal with “him”. You know, Spencer Pratt. After all, she despised him from day one — she thought he was a jerk, and didn’t mind letting Heidi know it. And we can’t forget about Audrina and Justin Bobby: I mean, “Homeboy wore combat boots to the beach,” LC pleaded with Audrina. Repeatedly, on The Hills, Conrad has voiced her displeasure for her friends’ significant others, and been painted as a hater and a loner. But that’s not always the case, and to ensure that you and your BFF’s boy-toy can coexist, follow these tips: Find out a some things about him. It’s hard to like someone whom you know little about. Ask your gal what his hobbies are, what his major is, what he wants to do after graduation. When you’re out together, bring up those topics. He’ll appreciate the effort you’re making and your less likely to clash.
Heidi Montag’s and Specer Pratt’s (above) relationship has been the bain of Lauren Conrad’s existence. So has Audrina Patridge’s bond with the infamous Justin Bobby.
set and know your boundaries. There are some things that are off limits. Communicate with your best friend to determine the topics that are OK for you to offer feedback on. It’s not easy, but sometimes it’s best to stay within the guidelines that the two of you have set. Again, this will keep the drama to a minimum and help everyone coexist peacefully. be flexible. If he’s a good guy, there are going to be times when he surprises her with a night of wining-and-dining. If one of those occasions occur on a night that you and your BFF has plans, don’t give a her a hard time, offer to reschedule. If it bothers you, try to discuss it with her later — don’t selfishly ruin her evening. know that it’s a two-way street. There are going to be times where your best friend won’t like your choices in men. Be sure to hold her to these same standards. >>
friendship By The Numbers >> Only one in three of us will share a mistake we’ve made with a friend. >> 22 percent reveal their deepest feelings to their friends. >> 15 percent talk about the quality of friendships and what’s important in them. >> 22 percent of us report that our friends upset us to a degree — ranging from the petty to a deep sense of betrayal. >> Our parents average 4.7 friends, and we tend to average more than our folks. Source: Modern Maturity magazine
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safe haven 2.0
Gift cards are synonymous with the holiday season: They give you the freedom to buy what you want, and they make shopping a snap — a win-win situation, right? Many experts are noting the enormous amount of businesses closing as a primary reason to gift cards losing their luster, but since their inception, many consumers rarely used them to their advantage. We turned to focusedmarketing.com for a few facts on gift cards: >> Fifty-five percent of gift card recipients need more than one trip to deplete the value of their card. >> The average recipient spends 20 percent more than their card’s initial value. >> In 2004, the average value of gift cards was $59. >> In 2005, consumers spent at least $35.3 billion on gift cards. >> Two-thirds of adults who like to receive them enjoy receiving them throughout the year. >> Eighty-one percent of consumers purchase gift cards for birthdays versus 67 percent for holidays. >> When retailers switch from paper gift certificates to gift cards, they sell anywhere from fifty to one hundred percent more.
Every state have safe-haven law — laws that allow distraught parents who fear their children are in imminent danger to drop them off at hospitals without being charged with abandonment — and while Nebraska was the last state to adopt one, they are the first one to spark nationwide controversy. Nebraska’s version of the law had no age limit, and according to officials, of the 35 children who have been dropped off at hospitals since the law went into effect in September not one has been an infant. All but six have been older than 10, according to the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. Because of this, the state senate voted 41 to 6 to replace the current version of the law — which has no age limitation — with a 30-day age limit. – Michael Jones Information from cnn.com used in this report.
Gender Benders
The public has been fixated on Americans who challenge the status quo in regards to gender identity and transgendered individuals. Society still has a long way to go when it comes to tolerance and acceptance. ■ Thomas Beattie (right) and his wife Nancy appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show in last April. Thomas, the “pregnant man” was born a woman, and underwent a sex change and legally became a man. Thomas’s wife cannot bear children (she had a hysterectomy), and through a sperm donor, Thomas became pregnant and gave birth to daughter Susan. Last November,
Top Ten New Years Resolutions: Stats show that 97% of resolutions fail . 30% of them fail during the first week. Internet
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In 30 of the 35 safe-haven cases: >> 27 children have received mental health treatment; >> 28 children came from single-parent homes; >> 22 children had a parent with a history of incarceration; >> 20 of the 30 children are white; eight are black. Source: CNN/Nebraska’s Department of Health and Human Services
journalist Barbara Walters interviewed the Beatties and was shocked to learn that Thomas was pregnant again. During the interview, and others including Larry King Live, Thomas told stories of death threats and hate mail and wonders why so many people can’t understand he and his wife’s desire to try to “have a normal family.” Sadly, Duanna Johnson (right), 43, of Tennessee, won’t have
the opportunity to live a normal life. Johnson, who was a victim of a videotaped beating in Memphis last February, was fatally shot in the head late on Nov. 9, the police said, and officers found her body after responding to a shooting call in North Memphis. Investigators said three men were seen near the crime scene before the officers arrived, but police officials say they have no suspects, have made no arrests and
do not have a motive for the brutal killing. Isis King (right), the first transgendered finalist on America’s Next Top Model, endured ridicule during her stint on the reality show. On an episode of The Tyra Banks Show, Banks arranged to have King’s reassignment surgery completed for free. These three odds-defying individuals, their stories and legacies show that everyone is created and should be treated equally. – M.J. >>
maven Richard McDuff compiled most common resolutions. 1. Get out of debt. 2. Stop smoking. 3. Get fit. 4. Lose weight. >>
web news
Equal Opportunities on eHarmony eHarmony, an online relationship service that matches compatible singles of the opposite sex, came under i kissed a girl... scrutiny when a After a suit was filed gay match seeker against the online relationship site filed a complaint eHarmony, they in 2005 citing his have agreed to add a same-sex service in rights, under the March. state’s discrimination laws, were being violated. According to the Wall Street Journal, as part of an out-ofcourt settlement, he Pasadena, Calif.-based company will develop and market Compatible Partners, a Web dating service for same-sex couples, and will allow the site’s first 10,000 users to register free. eHarmony will also pay $50,000 to the attorney general’s office and $5000 to the man who first brought the case. Other services with niche audiences wonder if this ruling will force them to expand their business models, says WSJ.
race relations
Post-election racial tensions erupt ■ There’s no denying the hurdles that were cleared with Barack Obama’s victory in November’s presidential election. While the election of Obama closed a chapter in America’s long story marked by civil rights voyages, that cost people’s lives, both famous and not; it turned the page to another unfortunate chapter where hate-mongering citizens are determined to rewrite some of the sad, tragic tales many thought President Obama’s victory had delivered us from. Although the attacks may not be those championed by Jim Crow, they’re still as vicious. Whether it’s a fake bomb threat, vandalism of homes and vehicles, the hanging of nooses or hostile statuses on Facebook and contemptful MySpace bulletins, the messages are the same: Instead of adapting to the contemporary ideals of today’s America, we’ll drag those demons of centuries past into tomorrow’s future. It’s up to our generation to follow our President’s lead and not allow that to happen. Since we call our great nation the “melting pot,” we should “Although the not only use that term figuratively, but attacks may literally too. We should challenge each other to agree to not be those disagree, dispute with championed others without resorting to name-calling by Jim Crow, and letting our hope lead the way, and they’re still as fear to take us back to not allowing our places not worth vicious.” revisting. Thankfully this isn’t a impossible feat. After all, hate him or love him, those are the principles President Obama ran his campaign on. So take a cue from Mr. President and do your part to write your own page in a historic chapter of American History, because as Mr. President said, there’s no White America or Black America — just the United States of America. – MJ
>> top ten most crippling phobias
6. Nyctophobia (Fear of night and darkness) and Photophobia: Abnormal sensitivity of or discomfort from light.
William O’Dell posted ten things that horrify people on toptenz.net. Check ‘em out below:
5. Anthropophobia (Fear of people) and Lalophobia: Fear of speaking.
10. Chronophobia: Fear of clocks or the fear of time.
4. Urophobia: Fear of urination.
9. Stasibasiphobia: Fear of standing or walking. 8. Domotophobia: Fear of houses or being in a house. 7. Decidophobia: Fear of making decisions.
3. Somniphobia (Fear of sleep) and Clinophobia: Fear of beds. 2. Phagophobia: Fear of eating. 1. Anemophobia: Fear of air.
Nyctophobia is a fear of night or darkness.
5. Enjoy life more. 6. Stop drinking. 7. Get organized. 8. Learn something new. 9. Spend more time with family. 10. Help others.
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The Palin Factor
The presidential campaign may be over, but Sarah Palin’s reign on the national scene isn’t. Is her ascension up the political ladder good for women, young and old? Robyn Sapenter shares her two cents
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n many ways, Palin Fever has made many people sick—the campaign’s been over for months and she’s still on the scene conducting interviews seeking doors that she’ll “plow throught,” but the truth of the matter is a female nominee on a major ticket is a big step in the direction of female equality on a national area. While her political stances may not be your cup of tea, her involvement with the presidential campaign begs to ask the question: has Sarah Palin’s involvement helped level the playing field for women nationally? From Olympic sprinters to congresswomen, the fairer sex has made strides throughout history that only validates their equality—then there was Sarah Palin. She took the nation by storm as the Republican vice-presidential nominee. She charmed her supporters with her no nonsense, hockey-mom next-door attitude. Conversely, Palin angered her critics with her lack luster interviews, arrogant attitude, and frivolous spending, but whether you love her or hate her, Palin’s presence on a national stage has given a new appreciation to the old adage, “Anything you can do, I can do better” While I have no delusions of grandeur about Sarah Palin being the next great leader for women’s liberation movement, I can respect the strength and honesty displayed during the campaign, but the truth of the matter is there is a difference between a liberated women, and women’s liberation. While woman’s liberation is a movement for the equality of life for all women, a liberated woman enjoys successes and progression as an individual and not apart of a greater good. Sarah Palin has all the makings of a liberated woman. While she is celebrated as a woman who “broke into the good-ole’ boys club,” her singular success does not account for the millions of women who are still disenfranchised, under educated, and treated unequally. When you look at the record, Palin does not support issues that truly impact women’s equality: Everything from sex education, abortion, freedom of speech, and birth control are not only ignored by her voting record, they are also manly ignored by her political party. While her accomplishments should be an example to other women, her progression can only empower others. Her success in itself does not enact laws to help other women. Without responsible legislative activity in congress and the women in positions of power, the women’s liberation movement will become a falsity of life, and sadly, a movement without substance and seriousness. A true feminist believes in support, power, and progression. She believes in uniting in a sisterhood, that demands equality for all people. Unfortunately, these are all things I believe Sarah Palin knows little about. ■
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Q: I am young, dumb, in love… In college, problems and now pregnant. My boyfriend are countless; funds and have been together for a are few — and year. Everything was great, sometimes we all could but I recently found out that he use a little cheated on me. While I was pregexpert advice … nant — before I knew — I wasn’t in without the fee that to sex. He went out, and got some comes with said sex from another girl. He knew he advice. Luckily, Sasha messed up, and started being the B., JAYE resident (and perfect boyfriend, but never told anonymous!) shrink is me. We grew closer, and everyon the scene to answer thing was all good. Then, the all of your inquiries other woman called our house, and told me what happened — she even said they were still having sex. All this happened the same day I found out I was pregnant. I was happy, sad and depressed all at once. It’s been a month now, and he does not know about the baby, or that I know he’s sleeping around. Our relationship is so good, but every time he leaves I think about him leaving to go to her. I am even more afraid that if I tell him about the baby, he will never come back. Sasha, I don’t know what I should do — please help. A: A line in your letter says, “Our relationship is so good”. The fact is, if your relationship was “so good,” then there would be no way you could keep this information from someone you loved. A real adult relationship is about honesty, love and respect. There are two issues here: the baby and the infidelity. You have a child growing inside of you — a child that did not ask to be here, but is. If you have chosen to keep the baby, then your boyfriend deserves to know he is going to be a father. You have to stop being afraid of the consequences of your unstable relationship, and be a woman. Tell him. The longer you hold this information, the bigger impact it will have against your relationship. Next, the infidelity. In any hope to salvage your relationship, you need to address his cheating head on. If he is still having sex with the other woman, he could be bringing anything home to you. Something that would
REAL TALK with SASHA B.
A real adult relationship is about honesty, love and respect. There are two issues here: the baby and the infidelity.
damage your body, or the life of your baby. You deserve truth and understanding from your relationship. You need to confront him, ask him to be honest with you, and understand why the infidelity took place. I hope you step up to the plate. Sometime it takes a strong person to ask the hard questions, to be the bad guy. Don’t be afraid to get answers from the questions you deserve to have. Good Luck to you, your future family, and the direction of your life.
Sasha B.
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shopping guide There’s no reason your style should suffer because the economy’s in ruins. The key is knowing what you can skimp on and what pieces are worth the splurge. Here, we give you all the tips you need to inexpensively stay chic By Chandler Stephens
Recession-Proof Tip #1 Shop Diffusion Lines ■ A savvy way to start your new year in style while staying current on trends is to shop diffusion lines — collections that allow top designers reach consumers at a lower price point. Fashion-followers who shop diffusion lines still want the designer’s magic in their clothes without the price tag. Some prominent diffusion lines include Marc by Marc Jacobs, DKNY by Donna Karan, and D&G by Dolce and Gabbana. Recently, retailers and department stores have featured exclusive lines by high-end designers. Money-conscious shoppers can visit Kohl’s for Vera Wang’s Simply Vera or to Target for Richard Chai’s exclusive lower-priced line. Launching her line in February 2009, Charlotte Ronson is another designer who is reaching out to a retailer by offering I [Heart] Ronson to JCPenney.
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The line features the same aesthetic inspiration that Ronson includes in her contemporary line. The items in the line retail from $15 to $65, an elephantile step down from her namesake line. Another designer about to enter the diffusion line market for specific retailers is Alexander McQueen for Target. The line will be named McQ and will feature lightweight and blossomy silhouettes. The price point has yet to be released, but is assumed to be affordable to fashion-forward Target shoppers. Diffusion lines are a great way to stay current and stylish in a troubled economy. Designers are fully aware of their prospective market that cannot necessarily afford the ready-to-wear lines that is showcased during the fashion weeks. Three of the most important keys to being a JAYE Lady is to be classy, economical, and fashion-forward. Budgetfriendly lines provide the style while being easy on the wallet. >>
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Online shopping statistics >> According to internetbasedmoms.com, people with children are more likely to shop online than people without children. >> According to ilovetechonogy. com., a recent study found that 19 percent of Internet users shop online once per week. >> It has been predicted that US online shoppers will double to 132 million in the next five years >> In a computerworld.com report, it is projected online sales could top the $315 billion mark in 2010. >> In 2001, $3.16 trillion retail industry saw a total of $37.7 billion in sales take place online — comprising 1.2% of the total. >> According to catalogs.com, during the holidays, 50 percent of consumers 18-34 years old in Consumer Reports poll who say they will do their shopping online.
did you know? 63% of online shoppers are female. Source: internetbasedmoms. com
Recession-Proof Tip #2 Take It to the Web!
■ According to eMarketer and MarketWatch.com, online holiday season sales were to reach $32 billion in 2008, up 10% over 2007”. As America is in an economic downturn, consumers are not necessarily cutting down completely on shopping on the ‘net. They are instead turning to alternatives. Online shopping allows shoppers with the opportunity to find pieces faster than in actual retail stores. Shoppers go from store-to-store and mallto-mall searching for the perfect Little Black Dress—expending energy and using wasting precious gas. Instead of going on this some-
times tiring pursuit, bargain hunters can type in exactly what they are looking for and the power of a search engine pulls up a list of several different stores and sites that have the particular product. In addition to saving gas money, energy, and beating the crowds, online shopping gives other rewards. Secret sales, free shipping, and a wider variety of products also bring in more customers. Overall, online retailing allows customers to shop from home, work, school, or on the go, which saves time and allows customers to accomplish other tasks. Consider looking online for shopping deals and steals!
woman shopping online, happynews.com, computer key, my nexttopmodel.com
Online Shopping Tips Below are some hints to help you maximize your online shopping experience. >> Use your credit card. Here’s the perfect opportunity for you to bring out the plastic. Most credit card companies cover you for all but $50. Be sure to spend only what you can pay when the bill comes in the mail. >> Read the fine print. Pay attention to return policies, shipping costs, privacy statements and payment options — you don’t want to run into any surprises. >> Print and save. It’s always a good idea to keep receipts and confirmation numbers on file to bring out in case something goes wrong. Have a special folder for all of your online transactions and don’t be afraid to print any document that pertains to your order. After all, better safe than sorry, huh?
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Recession-Proof Tip #3 Shop Off Season ■ Retailers and shoppers alike know that shopping can hurt the pocketbook, especially in hard global financial times. Customers scour stores for the best deals, and stores design sales to attract customers. Retailers have created a way for consumers to stock up on items that they will not necessarily need in the particular season, but will serve them much purpose in the future: shopping off-season. At the end of a season, stores need to make room for the upcoming season’s items. So, for instance, to-
wards October and November, stores will usually have racks upon racks of t-shirts, shorts, tank tops, and Capri pants marked down to upwards of fifty percent off. Shoppers may not think of wearing these items during the cold winter months, but they will have that many less items to think about buying when warmer weather rolls back around. Similarly, the best time to shop for winter coats and boots is during the summer. It may not be the best time to wear them, but these items seem to be scarce or picked over when the customer really needs them. In addition to going to regular retail stores, shopping outlet stores
off-season is an even better way for customers to get the most of their money. Often times, stores will send clothes to their respective outlet stores in order to make room for new items. As stated on FinWeb.com, a portal for financial planning tips, “Name brand clothes at a fourth of their regular price—that’s hard to beat anywhere”. Outlet stores will also have a wider selection considering the physical size of their store. This is a great way for retailers and shoppers to help each other. So in order to prepare for the next season, get a head start, shop a season early, stow the pieces away and save tons of money. JAYE | JANUARY 2009 75
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In addition to going to regular retail stores, shopping outlet stores off-season is an even better way for customers to get the most of their money. Often times, stores will send clothes to their respective outlet stores in order to make room for new items.
JAYE MONEY MATTERS Swapping clothes with girlfriends is a great way to recreate looks without spending tons of money.
Instead of constantly giving money to retailers, going shopping in a friend’s closet will give the bank account a break.
Recession-Proof Tip #4 Have a Swap Night with the Girls
■ Shopping is not the only way for a JAYE lady to get new looks for her wardrobe. Although buying new clothes is ideal, there is a cure for the outfit boredom blues. A fun way to create new outfits is to get a group of girlfriends together for a day to swap each other’s clothes. Instead of constantly giving money to retailers, going shopping in a friend’s closet will give the bank account a break. Girls frequently go shopping together, so they know what looks good on each other. Friends with similar taste will more than likely covet certain items in each other’s wardrobe. It is refreshing to put together new outfits, especially knowing that money was saved in the process. For example, dresses are a key component to spicing up one’s attire. Most times, a nice dress will get two to three uses in one year. Also, dresses can be expensive for women trying to keep their wardrobe up to date abiding by recession proof guidelines. As an alternative to letting a dress sit in the closet for months on end, lending it to a friend for an event or date will get more usage out of the dress. This rule can go for any item, not just dresses. Outfits can only be worn one day at a time, so why not share the fashion wealth with friends? If innovative and creative thoughts are constantly in motion, more and more money has the potential to be saved! ■
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Teresa’s rise to the top
Student by day; Web-crawler by night, Teresa Wu loves all things Internet-related. But it’s not just fun and games for her — nope, she uses the ‘net for more sensible reasons: to create opportunities and widen her network
By Michael Jones
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qual parts funny, engaging and astute, Teresa Wu knows her stuff when it comes to the information superhighway. “I realize the Internet is here to stay,” says Wu, a junior communications major at the University of California-San Diego and blogger-extraordinaire (find her at byteresawu.com). “The key to making the Internet work for you is to own it and be fearless,” the self-proclaimed “unabashed social media geek” explains. It’s not easy flaunting fearlessness when everyone from your parents to professors to career advisers are warning you of the potential pitfalls of your Web presence. Wu, however, says it’s all about presentation. “In person, you can have one identity with your friends and another in more professional environments; but with the Web, you essentially have one identity, so it’s important to find a way to represent both your personal and professional sides without either one compromising the other.” Wu says she has worked hard to build an identity that depicts her in a way she wants to be represented, and along the way, she’s reaped a few rewards. “There are so many benefits to being active on the Web. You meet tons of people through blogging and you can establish credibility with potential employers — and that 80 JAYE | JANUARY 2009
“With the Web, you essentially have one identity, so it’s important to find a way to represent both your personal and professional sides without either one compromising the other.”
credibility landed her two internships this summer.” “I interned three days at Glamour in their Web department and two days at Mediabistro.com (a Web site that publishes various blogs and job listings for journalists). And both of my supervisors at each internship loved that I had a blog because it showed them that I understood new media.” Although Wu’s >>
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Wu loves cupcakes. She took this photo of assorted cupcakes while in New York last summer. Below: Wu with fellow Glamour interns.
internships were unpaid, she says they were without-a-doubt worth it. “Industries are so competitive these days, and you also have to take into account the state of the economy but if you’re able to take an unpaid internship, you gain amazing contacts with both editors and other interns that expand your network, so you kind of have to suck it up — everyone has to start somewhere.” Wu’s journey to internship nirvana wasn’t always smooth. “I applied for 53 internships — it was a busy spring,” she admits with a hearty chuckle. “But you have to believe in yourself and pursue your dream. For every potential lead I get, I also get 20 rejections, so it’s important to have determination.” Perhaps Wu’s tenacity stems from her university’s “theory-based curriculum.” “We
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“You have to believe in yourself and pursue your dream. For every potential lead I get, I also get 20 rejections, so it’s important to have determination.”
don’t really have PR or journalism classes, so it’s forced me to explore and find my own career paths and practical opportunities.” Those opportunities aren’t so hard to come by if you prepare yourself, Wu suggests. “When I applied for my internships, I didn’t have an enormous amount of experience,” Wu, who wrote for her school newspaper and a few Web sites before she applied for her internships, makes clear. “I researched, prepared and wrote a list of every single possible question I thought the editor would ask me on my phone interview and studied them to make sure I was ready.” Sure, Wu was ready to take her internships by the horns, but she’s not numb to the impact of the economic crisis on college students. “Of course, I’m apprehensive when it comes to >>
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the economy,” she says, explaining that she intends to graduate a semester early. “Obviously, it’s a difficult time to get a job, but it’s always going to be difficult. That’s why it’s so important to hone your skills, be at the top of your game so you’re the crème of the crop.” In today’s college environment, students encounter trials left and right, and Wu isn’t immune to those challenges. “I think the modern student has many more expectations,” Wu expresses. “Not only are you expected to make good grades, you have to go after internships, join clubs and build your resume — all at the same time.” Wu says it’s a test of time management skills and she’s learned “work and play intersect more.” Wu, who loves cupcakes (“The $4 pretty ones”), and says she’s a “mainstream pop kind of girl” when it comes to music loves how the Internet has changed popular culture. “Our generation loves peeking into the lives of celebrities, which is why the Perez Hiltons and other gossipy blogs are so successful.” Celebrities themselves have started to embrace the Internet, which is a great thing, according to Wu. “Britney Spears and Shaq have joined Twitter, and Kanye West has a blog so fans feel connected to their favorite celebrities without the barriers of PR people.” While we’ve traded in monotony of landline telephones for the immediacy of “tweets” on Twitter and other social network84 JAYE | JANUARY 2009
“Not only are you expected to make good grades, you have to go after internships, join clubs and build your resume—all at the same time.”
ing utilities, Wu loves immersing herself into all things new media. “I understand what the Internet can do for me,” Wu says matter-offactly. “It’s an amazing resource to network, research and make connections with other people.” ■
â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have a sweet tooth! I love cupcakes, especially the $4 pretty ones.â&#x20AC;?
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the simple life
JAYE YOUR LIFE alone when I say that this year, I want to make completing my daily tasks more efficient, timeand energy-saving. Apply some of the methods into your routine and see if they work. Some are easy to implement, others take a little more effort, but all of them should help us make the most of our new year. Happy streamlining! 1. learn to say no This isn’t always fun to do, but the quicker you realize that you aren’t Wonder Woman, the easier you realize that it’s OK — and necessary — to say no. By picking and choosing the tasks that you can complete by giving 100 percent, you can decrease your stress levels and focus your time and attention on tasks you’re passionate about and interested in. 2. Take a day to winter clean Don’t wait for spring to do your purging. Grab a few boxes and trash bags and get rid of the things you don’t need. Go through each room and remove any clutter that takes up precious space. When you get to your closet, put all of the clothes you don’t wear together and make a stop at your local Salvation Army or Goodwill to make a tax-deductible donation, or google “consignment shops” around your campus and exchange your the pieces you don’t want for some you do, or, in some cases, for cash.
As college students, we’re already busy enough. But our lives could be such easier if we streamlined our daily tasks. Here, our list of 18 ways to simplify your life
3. edit your computer files Go through your files and delete the ones you don’t need anymore. Invest in a flash drive and save documents that you think will come in handy, and delete those that aren’t important anymore, including notes and assignments from classes you took semesters ago. >>
By Michael Jones
On any given day, I wake up to an e-mail inbox of 20-plus messages — some drafts of stories for me to review and approve, pitches from aspiring contributors to the magazine, a fair share of time-wasting spam, and more — a spiral full of notes to review before going to class, a closet full of staples begging to be chosen for my daily outfit and text messages from friends outlining the happenings on and around campus. That’s just the tip of the iceberg, and I know I’m not
Above: Kill two birds with one stone when you do your winter cleaning by taking the clothes and accessories you don’t want or need to Goodwill or a consignment shop. Right: Put on a happy face as you go through each of the rooms in your apartment or dorm getting rid of the clutter and dust. Go the extra mile and use organic cleaning products that decrease your carbon footprint.
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Experts suggest limiting how often and how long you check your e-mail will make your life easier.
5. have some “you” time You’re at a pivotal time in our development, and how you react to the obstacles life throw your way can help determine how tough your resolve is and how you respond to adversity. That’s why it’s crucial to spend some time with yourself to realize what you really enjoy and makes you happy, and conversely, what makes you angry. Not only will this self-reflection benefit you, it will help you with your relationships and increase the effectiveness of your interactions with people.
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6. learn to live frugally With the current state of the economy, it’s important to make every dollar count. Over at zenhabits.net, they compiled a list of ways to make the most of your moolah: >> Look for used first. If you need something — I mean really need it, not just want it — see if someone you know has one that they don’t use or need anymore. Send out an email to family or friends, or just ask around. You might be surprised. >> Eat out less. One of the biggest expenses in our daily lives is eating out — the average person spends well over $2000 a year on eating out. Restaurants are expensive, including fast-food (not to mention the health hazards). It’s much cheaper to cook your own food. >> Stop online impulse buys. To curb impulse buys, create a 30-day list. When you want to buy something, other than a true necessity (medicine or food, for example), put it on this list, with the date you added it to the list. And make it a rule that you can’t buy anything for at least 30 days after you put it on the list. And stick to it. You’ll find that you buy a lot less with this system. >> Use the library. Instead of buying books, check them out. The library often also has a great selection of DVDs (depending on your area), saving you even more. >> Alcohol in moderation. If you drink one beer or a few beers a day, that adds up to big money each month. Some drink even more than that. It’s expensive. If you can cut your drinking to the occasional party, and once in awhile with friends (not all the time), you’ll save tons.
Visit your campus library often to help save money.
7. patiently eat your food As students on the go, it’s not always possible to stop and savor your food. But taking the time to savor your food will not only force you to slow down, it can help you lose weight, and maximize your food’s digestion. Take your time and enjoy your food. Make these breaks count in the midst of your seemingly nonstop schedule.
8. Drive slower Driving slower isn’t only safer but it helps you calm down and appreciate the journey, even if it’s only to the student union. Additionally, it’s also easy on your gasoline bill, putting a few extra dollars in your pocket. 9. write things down Most universities distribute free planners that have all of the important dates already published on the calendars. Write down important dates and events and reference your notes throughout the day to make sure you’re completing your daily tasks. 10. quality over quantity It’s not about the amount of “stuff” in your life, but the value of those things. Try to keep that in mind this year. >>
library, www.mls.lib.il.us. student e-mailing, manchestercommunitycollege.edu. woman eating, knowledgebase-script.com.
4. Minimize your communications Our generation’s been saturated with tons of ways to keep in touch with each other. Many of us have learned that is can be a blessing and a curse. Experts advise checking, replying and sending e-mails at specific times each day for a set amount of time. Some suggest taking it a step further and applying that method to your IM, social networking, and cell phone usage.
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Try to pay your bills online and at once to get them out of the way. >>
11. don’t schedule tasks back-to-back. Although most students like to schedule classes back-to-back to try to get them out of the way, many time-management and stress experts suggest leaving space in between appointments and meetings to decrease the feeling of always running around. It will allow you to catch a quick cat-nap, grab a bite to eat, study or just gather your thoughts. 12. join organizations that align with your career aspirations. If you’re a communications major, join your university’s journalism club or campus newspaper. Or if you’re an accounting major, find clubs that are stocked with like-minded people that can help you expand your network. It will make things simple when you need advice to be able to rely on people whom you know understand where you’re coming from. 13. Listen Take the time to call your parents or someone you love and listen to them. You can gain wisdom from someone older which can simplify your life.
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14. Budget wisely Zenhabits.net offers 10 tips to increase the effectiveness of budgeting to help maximize your time and minimize your stress: 1. 60 Percent Solution. Fit your regular monthly expenses within 60% of your gross income, so that you have room for savings, retirement and spending money. 2. Fewer categories. Use broad categories like food and gas and spending and utilities. Use what works. 3. Pay bills online. As much as possible, pay your bills online. These would be most of the bills in the first category above — utilities, rent or mortgage, cell phone, Internet, etc. 4. Automatic savings. Make your savings automatic. Every time your paycheck is deducted, have a scheduled transaction transfer a set amount from checking to savings. 5. Cash. For everything else, use cash. If you’re doing automatic bill payments and savings deductions, the only things you’ll likely need cash for are gas, groceries and fun money. Withdraw these amounts in cash twice a month, rather than using checks or credit cards. 6. Envelopes. If you use cash for three categories, for example, use three envelopes. When the money is gone, you’ve spent your budgeted amount. If necessary, you could transfer cash from one envelope to another, and there’s no need to adjust your budget. 7. 20 minutes a week. You should devote 20 minutes a week to ensuring that your finances are in order. 8. Fewer accounts. You should have one checking account and one or two savings accounts (one for emergency fund and one for periodic expenses). 9. Dump credit cards. Simplify by just having one. 10. Pay all bills at the same time. You can pay all your bills and be done with it.
15. get over that grudge It takes so much energy to hold onto things that have happened in the past. Don’t let that backstabbing friend, cheating boyfriend or absent parent keep you from excelling and being the best person you can be in ‘09. 16. schedule monthly dates with the girls And we don’t mean nights out at the parties and clubs, many college students already do that. Try out an art museum or go to dinner and to a play. You will enhance your cultural taste and bond with your girlfriends in different environments. 17. Go to bed early at least one night each week. Take a night off from cramming and head to sleep early one night each week. You will wake up refreshed and ready to accomplish more tasks throughout the day.
woman paying bills, clintronx.com. student sleeping, studentlife.biola.edu.
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Go to bed early one night a week to prevent falling asleep in class.
18. Choose 10 meals Maria Gracia, of getorganizednow. com, says to come up with 10 standard meals that you just rotate. Put the work up front into coming up with a variety such as Day 1: Chicken Dish, Day 2: Pasta Dish, Day 3: Fish Dish, Day 4: Vegetarian Dish and so on. Once the initial planning is done, you’ll never have to think about your meals again. Shake it up every 11th day and go out to eat, or order in. This will save time and help you stay healthy. ■
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Join the JAYE magazine team! Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re always looking for creative and visionary students and recent graduates across the country to contribute to the magazine. If you have a story idea or are craving exposure, e-mail Michael Jones, JAYE editor-in-chief, at jayemagmike@gmail.com and heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll get back to you. Please mention any previous writing experiences in your messages.
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>> American designers shine with chic resort pieces >> Coats that keep you warm and on fashion’s cutting edge >> Get a head start on spring’s must-have accessories
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3.1 Phillip Lim
Rodarte
Stella McCartney Alexander Wang
Nicole Miller
Marc by Marc Jacobs
Chris Benz
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Marchesa
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American woman Some of fashionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest names were home-grown in the States. Land some inspiration from their resort collections filled with everything from feminine skirts to voluminous trousers that make you proud of where you come from
Photographs courtesty of style.com Fashion editor: Stephanie Taylor
The Inspiration: << donna karan
Top, $32, Topshop, topshop.com.
Skirt, $19.50, Wet Seal, wetseal.com.
Pumps, $26.50, Forever 21, forever21.com.
Necklace, $19, Miss Selfridge, missselfridge.com.
The Inspiration: << tory burch
Dress, $206, Graham & Spencer, net-a-porter.com.
Flats, $16.99, Go Jane, gojane.com.
Necklace, $15, Ooh! Boutique, oohboutique.com.
Satchel, $39.99, Urban Outfitters, urbanoutfitters.com.
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The Inspiration: << isaac mizrahi
Top, $255, Malene Birger, mywardrobe.com.
Belt, $355, Balenciaga, brownsfashion.com. Skirt, $20, Old Navy, oldnavy.com.
Earrings, $45, Juicy Couture, eluxury.com.
Shoes, $16.99, Ami Clubwear, amiclubwear.com.
The Inspiration: << michael kors
Skirt, $16, Forever 21, forever21.com.
Pumps, $90, Faith, asos.com.
Turtleneck, $70, J. Crew, jcrew.com.
Necklace, $63, Rachel Leigh, labelspree.com.
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The Inspiration: << Oscar de la renta
Pants, $16.99, Wet Seal, wetseal.com.
Belt, $29.50, Gap, gap.com. Blouse, $39.99, French Connection, usa.frenchconnection.com.
Tote, $200, Latico Leathers, ebags.com.
Sandals, $24.99, Charlotte Russe, charlotterusse.com.
The Inspiration: << marc jacobs
Pants, $77, Betsey Johnson, my-wardrobe.com.
Cardigan, $12.80, Forever 21, forever21.com.
Sandal, $27.99, Go Jane, gojane.com.
Belt, $7.80, Forever 21, forever21.com.
Bracelet, $870, Roberto Cavalli, vivre.com. Sunglasses, $180, Ray Ban, asos.com.
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The Inspiration: << Ralph Lauren
Dress, $159.99, Walter, bluefly.com.
Earrings, $14.99, Urban Outfitters, urbanoutfitters.com.
Satchel, $340, Brahmin, nordstrom.com.
Sandals, $19.99, Mossimo, target.com.
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The Inspiration: << carolina herrera
Top, $17.80, Forever 21, forever21.com.
Pants, $99, Nine West, ninewest.com.
Pumps, $22.99, Payless, payless.com.
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Bundle up with this season’s batch of modern toppers that combine utility and flair Photograph courtesy of style.com Fashion editor: Stephanie Taylor
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puffed up Coat, $400, Juicy Couture, net-a-porter.com; jeans, $43.99, ROXY, tillys.com; boots, $100, Steve Madden, nordstrom.com; turtleneck, $8.50, Forever 21, forever21.com; bag, $49.99, NYC by Perlina, target.com; earrings, $18, Urban Outfitters, urbanoutfitters.com.
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teal deal Coat, $145, Topshop, topshop.com; dress, $44.50, Deliaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, delias.com; boots, $59.99, Bakers, bakersshoes.com; bag, $19.80, Forever 21, forever21.com; bracelets, $18, ASOS, asos.com; earrings, $5, Wet Seal, wetseal.com.
white out Coats, $89.50, Old Navy, oldnavy.com; jeans, $68, Divine Rights of Denim, charlotterusse.com; sweater, $240, Malene Birger, net-a-porter.com; pumps, $80, ALDO, aldoshoes.com; necklace, $14.99, Xhilaration, target.com; earrings, $12.50, G by Guess, gbyguess.com. 108 JAYE | JANUARY 2009
va-va-vroom Coat, $79.50, Delias, delias.com; skirt, $138, Citizens of Humanity, chickdowntown.com; camisole, $12.90, Heritage 1981, forever21. com; tights, $6.50, Wet Seal, wetseal.com; shoes, $89.95, Steve Madden, stevemadden.com; scarf, $34.50, Gap, gap.com.
swing fling Swing coat, $32.80, Forever 21, forever21.com; trousers, $432, Balenciaga, brownsfashion.com; t-shirt, $15, Old Navy, oldnavy.com; bag, $575, Linea Pelle, piperlime.com; flats, $134.99, Anne Klein, shoes.com; necklace, $14.50, Old Navy, oldnavy.com.
spot on Coat, $42.99, Charlotte Russe, charlotterusse. com; jeans, $39.50, American Eagle, ae.com; sweater, $165, Nanette Lepore, mywardrobe. com; flats, $34, Urban Outfitters, urbanoutfitters. com; bag, $480, Loeffler Randall, eluxury.com.
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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no mystery that the quickest way to update your wardrobe is through accessories. Take a sneak peek at the must-have spring extras: crazy heels with even crazier straps, tassel-adorned bags, ginormous neckwear and wooden pieces that will uplift your wardrobe Photographs courtesy of style.com Fashion editor: Dara Adeeyo
This shoe kills two birds with one stone: You get a classic pointy-toe with a idiosyncriatic metal heel.
Calvin Klein
Hogan
Derek Lam
In lush materials and colors with staying power, these bags take it to the next level with tassels that keep you ahead of the style game.
Anna Sui
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Giambattista Valli
Aurélie Bidermann
This fall trend was hellish for some to wear, so designers took it down a notch and decorated shoes and cuffs with lace. Now what’s your excuse?
Chanel
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Chanel
Spring’s statement necklaces are so versatile: Throw one of ‘em over a t-shirt for day or your LBD for night and you’re instantly in style.
Aurélie Bidermann
Christian Lacroix
Aurélie Bidermann
Lanvin
You don’t need a closet full of expensive pieces — the eye-catching sequins will make the most simplistic (and inexpensive) outfits chic and elegant for years to come making this worth the investment.
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John Galliano
Christian Louboutin
Christian Louboutin
Your dresses and minis will thank you for pairing them with sensational shoes with strappy details and vibrant colors.
Alexander McQueen
Obtain fringe benefits with these accessories with braided edges that transition your wardrobe favorites into the next season and those to come.
3.1 Phillip Lim
Christian Louboutin
Diane von Furstenberg
Jil Sander
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Wood does a wardrobe good when in the form of a bracelet with ethnic colors and details. Be warned: Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll want to wear it with everything.
Louis Vuitton
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wondrous waves For a look that never goes out of style, get into the wavy, long locks that have dominated the scene of late. The look’s so versatile: Throw your hair into a loose ponytail, or you can sweep curls up to the top of the head in a big, beautiful updo. You’ll be fall in love with the ease and little maintainence required and the limitless. options this style affords.
Products we love: >> Dove Shine Therapy Shampoo & Conditioner, $4.99, pricegrabber.com. >> Ouidad Climate Control Heat & Humidity Gel, $22, ouidad.com. >> Curls Milkshake, $17, curls.biz.
new year new
How about setting a resolution you can keep: Scoring a sensational hairstyle inspired straight from the runways
By Michael Jones Photographs courtesy of style.com
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To compliment the detailed necklines and statement pieces of jewelry that made their mark this season, hairstylists took to chic updos that exhibit a dishelveled elegance, perfect for the start of a new semester. This is an ideal style for girls on the go: With a soft boar hairbrush, an updo can be achieved on freshly washed hair in a matter of minutes.
Products we love: >> Sexy Hair Strong Hair Spray, $16.95, sexyhair.com. >> Carol’s Daughter “Kizzi” Stay Put Pomade, $9.50, carolsdaughter.com. >> TreSemme Tres Two Extra Hold Hairspray, tresemme.com.
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Not everyone has tons of time to devote to styling hair each morning, so the blowout is an excellent alternative for girls who want to be chic, even when time’s of the essence. The blowout can last for days at a time. For a perfect blowout, you’ll need to devote some time on the front end, but once finished, you should be good to go with no worries.
Products we love: >> Sephora Brand Wide-Tooth Comb, $4, sephora.com. >> Ceramicare Thermal Vented Ceramic Jumbo Barrel Boar Brush, $15, amazon.com. >> Conair 173 Ceramic Ionic Blow Dryer, $26, presentsforyou.com.
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Listen up ladies with long, thick hair: a major trend this winter says bigger is better. But this isn’t your Dolly Parton voluminous style; it’s sleek, easy to manage and strong faces are softened by this look. Make-up goes hand-in-hand with this style: an elegantly soft look with contrast the hairdo amazingly well.
Products we love: >> Pantene Volumizing Root Lifter Spray Gel, $3.99. >> Kiehl’s Hair Thickening Spray, $16.50; to order, 800-543-4571. >> Physique Volumizing Hair Spray, $7.
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s the seasons change so must your skin care regimen. The winter months bring low dehydrating humidity and temperatures that dry out the skin. The harsh temperatures deplete the skin of its natural Lipid layer, which causes the skins moisture to evaporate. The skins reaction to these temperature changes is to become irritated, chap, and hypersensitive. There are several ways to protect your skin from the harsh temperatures of winter months. >> Use a humidifier. The heat used inside during the winter months dries out the skin. A humidifier puts moisture back into the air and prevents the skin and nasal passages from drying out. >> Switch to an oil-based moisturizer and moisturize more frequently. The oil-based moisturizers create a protective layer over the skin that retains more moisture than water based products. The best product would be a skin moisturizing ointment because an ointment according to its definition is 80 percent oil and 20 percent water. Water based moisturizers would be creams and lotions. >> Use sunscreen. Sunscreen is not only for the spring and summer months but its important year round. The sun has an 80 percent reflective power off of snow, which proves how important sunscreen is during
winter months. Anytime the skin is being exposed to the sun it should be protected. >> Don’t lick your lips because this causes chapping. Be sure to keep your lips moisturized during the winter months with a lip balm. Olive oil, shea butter, and coconut are key products to look for in a lip balm. Also be sure to take your vitamins because a low intake of Vitamin B2 can cause the skin to crack in the corners of your lips. >> Exfoliate, but avoid harsh peels. Exfoliation is important because it rids the skin of dead cells. Just be careful to avoid products that are alcohol based. It is important to not strip the skin of vital oils. Look for products that are deeply hydrating. Avoid putting anything on your body externally that you wouldn’t ingest internally. This is why homemade facial masks and exfoliates tend to be the healthiest for skin. Here are a few recipes based on your skin type: For dry skin, try these masks: ■ An egg yolk mixed with olive oil and warmed honey ■ Sour cream ■ Plain olive oil ■ Avocado For oily skin, try these masks: ■ Dissolve a teaspoon of baking yeast in a small amount of warm milk, wait until foamy, then apply (best done in
the bath tub) ■ Puree flesh of a tomato and mix with some potato flour to make a paste ■ Cucumber (it will whiten your skin) ■ Beaten egg whites with a few drops of lemon juice (great for getting rid of blackheads) ■ Carrots. >> Lay off the scorching hot showers. After a long day in the cold a hot shower seems like the relief your body needs. A hot shower maybe relaxing but can be detrimental to the skin during the winter months. Forgo the steaming hot water for a lukewarm temperature. >> Dress in layers. Dressing in layers is not only fashionable for the sake of fashion but is also fashionable for the skin. Two of the most common factors for dry and itchy skin are overheating and sweating. Dressing in layers allows you to remove clothing as your body heats which prevents you from overheating and sweating. >> Wear gloves. The skin on the hands is the thinnest of the body parts and requires extra protection. The hands have less oil glands this makes the hands more susceptible to itchiness and drying. If you wear wool gloves put a thin cotton glove underneath to prevent the wool from irritating the skin. Stay warm, enjoy the winter with revitalized, healthy and vibrant skin! ■
information from winterskincareblog.com, allwomenstalk.com, skincarephysicians.com, skin-care-recipes-and-remedies.com used in this report.
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You indulged yourself over the break, and now it’s time to work off the extra weight and get into a healthy mindset. Here, we show you how
■ As easy as it to pack on the pounds, it’s just as hard to get rid of ‘em once the holiday season is over and the spring semester’s started. Instead of sulking about how badly you think you look, round up a few of your closest girlfriends, and head to the campus rec and get to work. To get you started, we’ve got tons of tips to help you along the way! set a target weight. Before you get started, write down how much weight you want to lose to help you stay on track throughout the process. assemble a support team. Tell your boyfriend, share your goals with mom and dad, or go the extra mile and invite younger sis to workout on the weekends — find as many positive people in your life and get ‘em on your team because you’ll need their encouragement along the way, especially if you get frustrated if you don’t get immediate results. Take before and after pictures. To get the most out of your workout plan, it’s important to be motivated, and the best way to stimulate action is to take a picture of what you are now, so once you reach your goal, you can look back and realize the accomplishment you made. run fast … from fast food! It’s not always easy trying to eat healthy. After all, after a day full of classes and studying, and a night packed with meetings and study groups, who wants to cook a healthy meal. But there’s no use in putting in all the hard work just to waste it by eating Mickey D’s, Sonic or Taco Bell. >> JAYE | JANUARY 2009 133
add some variety to your diet. To compensate for all the junk you ate over the holidays, try to eat foods you wouldn’t normally put into your mouth. Shoot for equal servings of protiens, fats and carbs. Also, don’t think you have to resort to the ‘healthy’ sections in the grocery stores. Most experts say you can probably eat what you’ve been eating, just in smaller, healthier portions. walk it out. Even though gas prices are creeping back down, you should still try to burn off as many calories by walking to class as often as you can. Be sure to bundle up — don’t use the cold weather as an excuse. h2o = your new best friend. Say adios to the fruit juices, sodas and cocktails that dominated your winter break, and grab a few bottles of water, which will cleanse your system of toxins and keep you hydrated — two keys to helping you get the most out of your workout. eat only when hungry. A huge mistake college students make is snacking throughout the day and not eating at night. Combat those urges to snack during the day with fresh pieces of fruit, and eat larger meals when your hungry — and stop when you’re full. eat at home. Don’t be tempted to spend precious dollars and gain back the pounds you’ve lost by casually dining with friends. Instead, invite a few friends over and fix them a serving of the delicious cuisine you’ve been chowing down during your diet. put up the large containers. When snacking, don’t eat from big containers; take out what you’re going to eat and put the rest up. 134 JAYE | JANUARY 2009
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you should invest in a good scale. If your rec center or gym has modern, accurate scales, then you can probably do without. If not, stop by your local Wal-Mart or Target and buy one. If your working out with friends, split the cost of the scale equally be money-conscious. you shouldn’t compare yourself to others. It’s good to have a group of friends to work out with and turn to for support, but it can turn enormously unhealthy if you start likening yourself to others. Body types are different, so don’t fret if you’re not shedding pounds at a record pace — remember, you’re making progress. you should get adequate rest. Not only do you need to focus on your workout plan, you must also make an effort to get at least eight hours of sleep each night. It gives your body time to recharge, and it prevents you from being tired during the day — which could lead to you missing future workouts due to fatigue.
30 minutes a day will keep the fat away. Trainers advise those who want to lose weight to keep their workouts to intense 30to 40- minute stretches. check those facts. Don’t be afraid to get acquainted with the nutrition facts on the back of the food that you digest. Pay attention to the calories per serving, and if you need help knowing what’s a good calorie intake, visit Web sites that specialize in providing estimates on what’s a good number for you based on height, age, weight and other factors. look into vitamins. Vitamins are a great way to supplement the progress that you’re making with your diet and workout plan. Explore time-released varieties — they tend to work better than other vitamins that can travel through your system before having a chance to work. Don’t use food for comfort. Call a loved one, go for a run, watch your favorite movie — anything to keep you from turning to unhealthy foods to cope. reward yourself. When you hit small goals that you have set for yourself, give yourself a pat on that back in the form of a new bag, pair of shoes — or whatever will keep you motivated to stay on the right track. brush your teeth after you eat. Studies say that brushing your teeth or popping a mint after you finish grubbing will decrease your urge to eat later on. Give it a try. Believe in yourself. Sure, it sounds trivial, but, if you don’t believe in yourself, who will? ■
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health risks associated with obesity ■ Diabetes ■ Heart Disease ■ Hypertension ■ Some types of cancer ■ Sleep Apnea ■ Osteoarthritis ■ Gallbladder Disease ■ Infertility Source: obesity.org
Staying active is a key to both avoiding and overcoming obesity.
obesity Statistics
>> Research shows that the condition of obese increase with age. Around 28 percent of men and 27 percent of women aged 16-24 are obese in the world. But, about 76 percent of men and 68 percent of women between 55 and 64 of ages are obese. >> According to the American National Center for Health statistics, between 1962 and 2000, the number of obese people in the US raised from 13 percent to an alarming 31 percent. >> Today, about 63 percent of Americans are overweight (men and women are about equally represented) with a BMI (Body Mass Index) of 25 or more. >> Compared to the past two decades, the percentage of childhood obesity in the US has more than tripled. >> If this trend continues, it is predicted that at least 1/3 of US adults will be obese by 2020.
Source: ezinearticles.com/obesity-statistics.
>> the 411 on obesity ■ According to The Obesity Society, obesity is the excessive accumulation of adipose tissue to an extent that health is impaired. Obesity is usually determined using the body mass index or BMI, the standard measurement of choice for many health professionals. BMI is based on a weight-to-height ratio. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) Obesity Education Initiative Expert Panel developed guidelines for identification, assessment and treatment of obesity. Overweight and obesity has reached epidemic proportions in the United States, as well as worldwide. Data collected by the National Center for Health Statistics indicate that the prevalence of obesity, defined as a body mass index >30 kg/m² has increased from 12.8% in 1976-1980 to 22.5% in 1988-1994 and 30% in 1999-2000. Roughly 31% of American adults meet the criterion for obesity - about 59 million American adults. More than 64% of the US adult population have a BMI >=25 kg/m². In an effort to increase public awareness of the epidemic proportion of obesity, the Surgeon General has issued a call to action to prevent and treat overweight and obesity and their associated health complications. Approximately 300, 000 deaths a year are attributed to obesity, prompting leaders in public health, such as former Surgeon General C. Everett Koop, M.D., to label obesity “the second leading cause of preventable deaths in the United States.” Source: obesity.org, answers.com/obesity
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■ According to WebMD, Gastric bypass surgery makes the stomach smaller and allows food to bypass part of the small intestine. You will feel full more quickly than when your stomach was its original size, which reduces the amount of food you eat and thus the calories consumed. The procedure can be done by making a large incision in the abdomen or by making a small incision and using small instruments and a camera to guide the surgery. Risks common to all surgeries for weight loss include an infection in the incision, the staples pulling loose, a leak from the stomach into the abdominal cavity or where the intestine is connected (resulting in an infection called peritonitis), and a blood clot in the lung. About one-third of all people having surgery for obesity develop gallstones or a nutritional deficiency condition such as anemia or osteoporosis. Fewer than 3 in 200 (1.5 percent) people die after surgery for weight loss.
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January warns Capricorns to not burn any bridges, make sure you are taking care of yourself and not overwork yourself
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Capricorn December 22-January 19 You have a tendency to be bossy, which is understandable as you do have great pragmatic insight. However, this month you are in danger of alienating those who you really need on side. Health issues need a close eye right now as you have been overworking lately, slow down!
Aries March 21-April 19 You hate it when the party has to end and so New Year is always a difficult time for you. Try and keep smiling as a good friend will be relying on your good humor to get them through a difficult time. Travel is well-aspected right now so consider a mini vacation to boost your spirits.
Taurus April 20-May 20 Even though you like to indulge yourself over the Christmas period you will be pleasantly surprised at your fitness levels this months. Romance will be giving you another reason to smile as Aquarius an old passion is rekindled January 20-February 18 thanks to the intervention of a You are looking for success right now, but the key is to keep trusted friend! things simple. There is a danger Gemini that you try and achieve too much too quickly. Listen to the May 21-June 20 You are ruled by the planet friends around you and slow Mercury and this planet will down. Romance is waiting this be making you feel restless month if you have the courage throughout January. Certain to say how you feel. changes may be a good idea, but don’t throw out the baby Pisces with the bath water! Romance February 19-March 20 Sort out what it is that you really may be difficult as you need to deal sensitively with want to achieve this year and focus on this with all your effort. someone’s insecurities. 138 JAYE | JANUARY 2009
Cancer June 21-July 22 A whirl of social activity awaits you this month and as you are naturally shy this may prove a little trying at times. You can recuperate between the 10th and 17th of the month as there is a lull in this hectic period. Romance blossoms towards the end of the month in unusual places! Leo July 23-August 22 As a Leo you like nothing better than to be at the centre of all the action. This month will bring you a number of opportunities to indulge your love of being at the heart of things. Your leadership skills will prove to be very important towards the end of the month. Virgo August 23-September 22 This is a month where you can consolidate some gains based on effort from earlier months. Right now you can afford to stand back a little and admire what you have achieved. A boost in your self-confidence means that you will be able to express yourself romantically too! Libra September 23October 22 The key word for you this month is relaxation. At home you will be spending time with friends and family where
you will be able to enjoy other people tending to your needs for a change! Elsewhere, there are very few tasks that need any significant effort right now so you can recharge your batteries! Scorpio October 23November 21 As a rule you tend to focus on your inner development. However, the planetary influences this month are highlighting physical activity. This is the ideal time to join a gym or try out a new sporting activity. Financially, you can afford to spend a little more freely than of late. Sagittarius November 22December 21 This year will see you growing in stature among your peers and is likely to lead to a number of new responsibilities. The work to achieve this status begins now and so January may not bring many chances for fun, but a new serious approach will pay dividends. From horoscopes.com
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Till we meet again Morsels of pop culture to tide you over for the month
A FL-resident was arrested on domestic violence charges for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend with a cheeseburger from McDonald’s, according to Yahoo! News. The man was released on $1,000 bond.
President Barack Obama is inaugurated this month, but the topic of discussion is: What kind of dog will Sasha and Malia have with them in the White House?
Out of the mouth of babes: Alec Greven, 9, penned the book, How to Talk to Girls, a best-seller in the children’s, self-help and psychology categories. Greven’s appeared on CNN and The Today Show.
Blogger Perez Hilton exclusively reported reality stars Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt eloped while vacationing in Mexico last November, after receiving the news from a source close to the two. Montag’s mother has publicily voiced her displeasure.
In a Fox News report, an Australian man was found guilty of shooting a woman in her crotch after she refused to give him oral sex. He claimed it was an accident; she claimed otherwise.
According to College News,The National Center for Public Policy and Higher Education released their biennial report, “Measuring Up 2008.” The study compared college costs, including tuition, fees, room and board, minus financial aid, with median family income. In a grading system, the group handed out Fs for college affordability to 49 states. The only state that received a passing grade, California, did so because of its relatively inexpensive community colleges.
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New York Giants receiver Plaxico Burress was suspended by the Giants amid the turmoil from Burress accidentially shooting himself in the leg with his gun.
According to CNN Money, in one day, four major companies (Credit Suisse, DuPont, Viacom and AT&T) cut nearly 21,000 jobs due to economic instability, sending stocks for each of the companies into a frenzy.
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