It’s been a little while since I featured some of the hottest hoodies out there, and well, now’s as good a time as any. Check out what I found:

I love the stripes on this El Morro hoodie from Hollister. At $44.50, it’s a little pricey, but just think of all the things you can wear it with.

Love the springy colors and retro look of this Mossimo hoodie from Target. And at under $20, it’s a total steal.

Okay, so this is the non-hooded hoodie. I couldn’t help but include it because it is sooo flippin’ cute. It’s the Cropped Fleece Pullover from Old Navy and at $24.50, it’s definitely on my “Must-have” list.

Another splurge at $49.50, but I love the message on the sleeve so much, I’ll forgo the salon-brand hair care products for a month just to save for this. It’s by Aerie from American Eagle and it’s fabulous.

So Hoodie-up this weekend, guys. And if you find a great deal on another great hoodie, be sure to let us know!

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Hooray! Another way for you to help save the planet! The Preserve Razor by Recycline. Check it out:

• Handle is 100% made from recycled plastics
• 65% of the plastic in the handle is made from Stonyfield Farm yogurt cups
• One-piece handle design reduces the resources consumed in manufacturing
• Never tested on animals

Did you know that the EPA estimates that over 2 billion disposable razors are landfilled annually in the United States? Let’s do our part by using these awesome recycled razors. They’re every bit as fierce as other razors and boast:

• An ergonomic handle
• Twin or Triple blades that flex and pivot to prevent nicks and provide a superior shave
• Premium blade coating to ensure smooth strokes
• Comes in fun colors that express your personal style

The ONLY problem I had with this razor, which is no doubt my own fault for improper storage, is that the blades rusted more quickly than I would have expected. But, I sheepishly admit that I did not store the razor in its case as I should’ve, but left it out with my shampoos instead. Oops.

No matter, I can order refill blades from the Recycline store or take advantage of this killer Value Pack from Amazon.com.

I love this razor, guys, and truly feel great about helping the environment every time I use it. Check it out – you’ll be glad you did.

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Aeropostale’s awesome new program, Teens for Jeans, begins today and runs through February 8. When you donate a gently worn pair of jeans, life will reward you with good karma and Aeropostale will reward you with 20% off a new pair! Pretty good gig, ay?

Your jeans will be passed on to a shelter, where on average, one out of 3 people there will be under 18. So Do Something to help the homeless – and score some new jeans in the process.

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As I sit here thinking about how I can fix my hair blondification that went a little wrong, I got to thinking that sometimes change ain’t all it’s cracked up to be. Maybe I should’ve left well enough alone. Maybe I’m just not meant to be as blond as I once was. Maybe I should just quit with this change nonsense and be all boring and predictable.

Nah! What’s the fun in that?

Change is good. Change is exciting. Change is motivating. And while that’s all well and good for us normal peeps, what about when a starlet makes a big change? Does it affect the way you think about him or her?

Case in point: Miley Cyrus. Blond one day, brunette the next. Will this change affect her success? Do you love this darker look or hate it?

Another example: Ashley Tisdale’s nose job. Personally, I am not loving it. I understand she had a medical necessity and needed a fix, but overall, I think this new nose takes away from her lovable “faulty” look. I adored her old nose because it set her apart from all the other young blond actresses out there a la Hayden Panettiere, Blake Lively et al. Now she’s just like all the others.

In my opinion, sometimes change is not a good thing. What do you guys think?

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OK, so if you’re like moi, you have magazines stacked in piles taller than you. Yep, with FOURTEEN mag subscriptions, I am in dire need of somewhere to put all of these must-reads. Of course, I rarely dump any, so they keep on stacking up until I get tired of them and send them to the recycling bin. But I know when I do that, I’m throwing away a bunch of stuff I wanted to keep for reference. Not cool.

So I’ve been searching for a mag rack to keep everything organized and under wraps. I’ve found some that were “Meh, I guess that would work”, and some that were “OMG! I have to have this. Ohhhhh…it’s $300? Good Gawd, never mind!”

But FINALLY, I found one that is perfect! And affordable (it’s on sale). It’s from Pottery Barn Teen and is marked down to $99.99 from its original price of $159! Woo! I am so there!

If you’ve got a magazine epidemic taking over your space like I do, snatch this baby up. It’s so worth it!

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Ready to drool? Then take a peek at this. This is the new “Hayden” bag from Dooney & Bourke, inspired by Heroes actress, cutie pie Hayden Panettiere. Is this not amazing? At 500 bones, I suppose it darn well ought to be amazing, but this truly is a collector’s item and a bag you will get mucho use out of.

It’s got compartments inside and a cell holder to boot. Love it. You’ve got a choice of a few colors, but red is my pick.

So go ahead and splurge. Since it’s finals week for lots of you, you deserve it, don’t you? Or how about an early graduation gift? Really early.

I’m just sayin’…She who wants a fabulous bag bad enough figures out a way, does she not?

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If you’re a scent lovah like me, this is your week! Bath and Body Works is having a giant sale on pert near everything. You’ll find the Anti-Bacterial Collection at 3 for $15, select Signature Collection scents at $5 each, Aromatherapy Haircare for a steal, and more.

Hurry, though. The sale ends this Sunday, January 20.

Can’t get enough of the 411 on scents? Be sure to visit The Scented Life to satisfy your urge for all things scenty.

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Red Trapeze Pocket Dress from Alloy, $19.99

Love this dress, and love the red! Red is the color to command attention. And you could so wear this again. A great shoe, an up-do and a few gold bangle bracelets will make you look like the star you are.

Scoopneck Babydoll Dress from Alloy, $19.99

Another cutie that you’ll wear again and again. With the short sleeves, this one’s a little more casual, but with the right jewelry (think layering short strands of chunky pearls with long strands of smaller pearls) and a sky-high black patent shoes, this dress would rock it out.

Love these? Check out Alloy’s site. They’ve got a few others that just might fit the bill, but these were my faves!

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1. It must be a dress or nice skirt & shirt (Nobody asked, but my vote is for DRESS!)
2. The straps must be as wide as 3 fingers (Hmmm! Picky, picky, picky!)
3. The skirt must be no shorter than 3 inches above the knee (No problemo here!)

So Katie is wondering what kind of look she could get away with that would be both affordable and something she could wear again. Here are some options I came up with:

Pleated V-Neck Dress from Macy’s, $54.

This great dress from Macy’s is fun and flirty, but not too provocative. I love the vibrant green color, but it also comes in Royal Blue. And at $54, it’s a great price for a dress that can definitely be worn again.

Jewel-Neck Dress from Macy’s, $23.99

A super-steal, this dress is on clearance for only $23.99! I love the forgiving shape and fun neck detail. This dress lends itself to a sophisticated and demure look, or can be Rocker-Girl’d up, like in this pic. A great choice – love it!

Bubble Dress from Macy’s, $48

Bubble dresses are all the rage, and this one’s brilliant color is fantastic against the black tights and shoes. This is such a fun look that can be worn again and again by mixing up accessories and adding sweaters/wraps. And it’s only $48!

Tuxedo Dress from Macy’s, $40.60

The always classy black and white takes a mod twist here with the contrasting belt and deep v-neck. I love how flowy this is and I love the re-wear potential. And with a price tag of only $40.60, this is a real bargain.

That’s it for Round 1 of Winter Formal 101. I’ve got more to share from other stores coming soon, so stay tuned!

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Sure, you’ve heard about anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa… but how much do you really know about these conditions? Take this quiz and find the truth behind the misconceptions! (Answers can be found by visiting Angelique at Breaking the Mirror, a sister b5 media site devoted to talking about all aspects of eating disorders):

1. Anorexics and bulimics are pretty easy to spot because they’re so skinny. True or False?

2. Anorexia and bulimia usually end on their own after a girl is out of her teens or early 20s. True or False?

3. Anorexia and bulimia are women’s diseases. True or False?

4. Anorexia has only been around a short time. True or False?

5. Anorexia and bulimia are primarily found in American teens. True or False?

6. Bulimia means throwing up after eating food. True or False?

7. You can’t be both anorexic and bulimic. True or False?

8. Anorexics and bulimics just need to eat to overcome their conditions. True or False?

9. Inpatient treatment is the only way to treat anorexia and bulimia. True or False?

10. Anorexics and bulimics cannot become pregnant. True or False?

Remember, visit Breaking the Mirror for full answers to these questions along with detailed explanations. Share this with a sister, a friend, or anyone at all. And if you or someone you know is struggling with an Eating Disorder, please seek help from a trusted source.

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