I'm addicted to Mango. Seriously.

Sorry for the delay in blogging! Finals week has me in a tizzy. But I found some great spring picks, since a girl has to procrastinate by online shopping! These pink jeans from Mango are only $40 and are the cutest five-pockets skinny variety. This color is called Dust but are anything but boring and dull. All of Mango's clothing is excellent, but these are particularly standout. 

Mascara from the other side of the pond

Some makeup sacrifices quality for price, but good mascaras can be found at drugstores. Rimmel London will make your eyes pop with their Volume Flash Scandaleyes Mascara. This time around, they've used massive PR around their new product and it's everywhere. There's the maxdensity brush to touch every lash, a guarantee of 3x more collagen and keratin than their own Flash the Max (I LOVE that they chose to compare this to their own products, rather than competitors'. Bold move) and the shade 001 Black looks amazing on their spokesmodel, Georgia May Jagger. The mascara really won't stop plumping or sculpting for hours. As they say, why bother for settling for anything less? 

Jessica Simpson sure makes some bangin' shoes

I'm a sucker for heels (even if I can't walk in half the ones I try on!) And no, these aren't an exception - these shoes are not necessarily practical, comfortable, or meant for high heel novices. But they're gorgeous and hot in an understated sort of way for their dramatic height, and they're from the Jessica Simpson Collection for shoes. Retail for $98!

Acne Treatment

I've been getting a lot of acne on my face as I get through this last hurdle before finals. Luckily, I can get rid of those scars, my current pimples, and future breakouts with Neutrogena's All-in-1 Acne Control Facial Treatment. Those to-be marks will never even become a reality, with all that salicylic acid. Promises not to overdry. It's gotten great reviews on the website for just $8.49, so let's hope they're worth something!

Some light spring reading...

Looking for a new trashy novel to read? Check out the Delirium trilogy from Lauren Oliver. The first book, Delirium, is a book which talks about the way love latches on to your blood, of an imaginary world in which scientists have found the cure for it. So what happens when the main character falls in love? Find out!

Jessica Simpson Maxi Dresses

Ombre never goes out of style, and Jessica Simpson does it right in her collection of dresses. How beautiful is the maxi dress!?

Aero for Guys

Aeropostale has some really bright-colored Guys' Tops this spring - their Graphic tees, for example, are great to wear on a chill day, especially the surf ones.  

The Secret Life

The ABC Family Original Series The Secret Life of the American Teenager was back on air with new episodes a few weeks ago. I'm assuming viewership has skyrocketed since Shailene Woodley starred in The Descendants? Check out the spring season (see title link).

For April, get some Pacific Sun

Pac Sun is a great store to shop at for the spring. I love all of their California-inspired, sea-mountain landscape photographs. The different hues of blue are simply breathtaking. They also carry the Hurley brand, which is always an added plus (see title link).

Future

See what the stars (the ones in the sky, not the ones in tabloids) are saying about your life (see title link). Maybe you'll have a new frenemy, or maybe you'll genuinely like them. Who knows (see title link). Love them horoscopes!

Fashion Faux Pas gone right

I adore this dress Fergie is wearing, at last year's "A Night of Firsts" event hosted by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association and InStyle. She made her dress into a major style statement, and it's designed by a Moroccan designer named Jean-Charles de Castelbajac (see title link). See his Spring 2011 collection and shop!

Youthful Vans shoes

Here are some casual sneakers from Vans. The Distressed Era shoes are in the Women's section in the Vans line, and are cute in the blue denim color. They actually look better the older they get, and start out cute with that head start in wearing down. Vintage at its finest (see title link) and just $55.

Chain necklace with a twist

What a perfect Archer Multi Collar necklace from Giles & Brother (see title link)! Made of Silver and Brass Oxide, all of you ladies will look gorgeous with this piece, retailing at $185. Features finished chains and 18" length, with a spring ring clasp.

The Hunger Games boots!

For all of you Hunger Games fans, I found the boots Katniss wears in the movie! The Frye Melissa Tall Lace boots are one of the most durable pairs of women's boots I've found yet. They're dramatic, and are securable with a zipper on the side (no real lacing necessary!). Made of leather with a rubber outsole, with a 3/4" heel and 15" shaft circumference and 15.5" total shaft height. Retail for $398 (see title link).

Plain White Tee (nope, not the band)

You can't go wrong with a basic white shirt which has a good fit and nice fabric. This $29 shirt from Urban Hearts is available at Macy's and can provide a neutral complement to any wild prints or cuts you may wear, such as super-wide bellbottoms (see title link). Look flawless in the easiest way and you'll feel confident and happy--not to mention comfortable and able to breathe.

Bold eyes for the end of spring break

Sometimes the key to finding good makeup shades that work for any skin tone is to choose the one which doesn't really blend into any one of them. I love aqua liner, for example! NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil makes a nice Electric Blue one for just $4.50 (see title link). If you just smudge it along your lower lids, it will make a statement but not be overdone. These pencils just glide on as well, without pulling at that delicate skin or fading if I touch it. I absolutely love NYX products, and blue eyeliner is definitely next on my wish list.

Couture Headbands?

Thick headbands are all the rage right now, but I actually prefer relatively thin ones - they give you a beautiful, delicate look. A quarter-inch might be too small, but try half an inch for width. The Dalis from Jennifer Ouellette has two curving candy stripe spines and side loops on the skinny band. It costs $130, but is followed by celebs (see title link).

Lily Collins - Cover girl

I don't know much about Lily Collins, but I take that to be a good thing. After all, she's stayed away from the Hollywood rumor mill, away from TMZ arrest reports, and is clearly out to work hard (see title link). See her on the cover of Seventeen magazine, where she's landed after years behind the spotlight. And what a beautiful close-up the budding actress has!

Printed Nails - the new rage

People are starting to use newspaper print to have printed nails, which I think is really cool. I haven't quite mastered that one yet, but in the meantime, I am loving nail strips which can do the same. Check out these statement nail strips from Incoco Design (see title link). They have tons of design manicures, and the First Crush print is my personal favorite. They cost just $11!

Prom dresses were so much fun to shop for, back in the day when I was in high school. Even though I also got my junior prom dress from David's Bridal and even got a Ball Gown/A-Line style, I never saw anything like this Two in One Transforming Dress (see title link)!You can make it short or long, and wear it after prom! Costs $259, and also comes in a pencil skirt form. I love the torso, with those dazzling sequins. Fully lined, so no worries about showing anything you don't mean to be, and made of total polyester. Available only in this color, Light Purple (also the same color as my prom dress)!

New York Film Academy

I know I always talk about it, but seriously, check out this university created specially for filmmaking and acting! New York Film Academy has campuses worldwide and offers several degree programs, so you can choose the option that's best for you (see title link).

Safety in numbers

You can be put into danger ANYWHERE these days - Chelsea, from Oregon, even got carjacked at the mall! Wear good shoes (like suede boots) to help you run in need (see title link), and try not to go into parking lots solo. Your car could get stolen!

Side note: Sandy Sahagian, the photographer I'm linking who photographed Chelsea, isn't the most original...

Dress up like the cast of Glee!?

I've never watched Glee, but I love the fact that it embraces so many previously unspoken issues about television. The fact that they portray a lesbian couple and even the character Santana's private battle of coming out is so inspiring. What baffles me now is that people have Halloween costumes related to Glee baffles me though! You can get that cute cheerleader top for a cool $40 (see title link)!

Teenage Bereavement

Everyone grieves after a close death in different ways. This can most recently be seen in last year's The Descendants. I really love Shailene Woodley's acting here (and that denim shirt!) - she is so versatile!

Workout tank

I've found it surprisingly difficult to shop for tank tops. Some are too long, some too loose, and some too fitted! But C&C California strives to let their tanks drape, rather than hug your body, which is great for a basic layer and/or working out! This pink classic tank, a staple in its tops, tanks, and tees section, is made of super-soft combed cotton and has nice spaghetti straps. Machine washable and on sale for $19.99 (see title link)! The color is Brick, FYI.