Although it is only the fourth week of July, a very important day is approaching. We are only several weeks short of September 4 - the day when Beyoncé Giselle Knowles was born. In honor of her birthday BeyHive members should all be preparing for the Beygency Recruitment Day. The Beygency Recruitment Day is the day when Queen Bey fans take their fandom to the next level. Here are a few reasons why you should consider joining the movement:
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5 Reasons Why You Should Join the Beygency
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Bobby Brown Speaks Out for First Time After Bobbi Kristina's Death
Bobby Brown is breaking his silence following his daughter Bobbi Kristina Brown's death.In a statement released to People by his lawyer Monday, the singer said, "Krissy was and is an angel. I am completely numb at this time. My family must find a way to live with her in spirit and honor her memory. Our loss is unimaginable. We thank everyone for the prayers for Krissy and our family as we mourn my baby girl."
Bobbi Kristina passed away at the young age of 22 Sunday in an Atlanta-area hospital surrounded by family, with the family saying in a statement, "She is finally at peace in the arms of God. We want to again thank everyone for their tremendous amount of love and support during these last few months."
The aspiring singer was hospitalized Jan. 31 after she was found unresponsive in a filled bathtub in her home in Roswell, Georgia. She was placed in a medically induced coma and never fully regained consciousness. Although there seemed to be a glimmer of hope in March when she was transferred to a rehab facility, that soon faded when Bobbi Kristina was transferred to hospice care in June.
A source told the mag Bobby "is taking comfort in the fact that she's with her mother and that there will be no more sadness or pain. She is at peace. He knows that and is taking comfort in that."
So tragic. We're continuing to keep Bobby and the rest of the family in our thoughts.
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One Direction Song From New Album Leaked Online: Listen to 'Never Enough'
Well, it was inevitable - a song has leaked from One Direction's upcoming new fifth album. You know, the one without Zayn Malik? And guess what? Based on a very teeny clip of a muffled bit of a song...at least to our ears...it sounds really promising.Yep, "Never Enough," leaked online and the early reviews are pretty amazing, based on the fandom's reactions.
As these things go, the initial clip making the rounds has been pulled from YouTube because...obviously. These things live on forever though, so other snippets of the tune are out there if you do a little digging around.
- 6 days. (@niallxirish) July 25, 2015
BUT THAT 30 SECOND SNIPPET FROM NEVER ENOUGH REALLY HIT MY FEELS BC I CANT STOP LISTENING TO IT AND MY HEART OJFG #MTVHottest One Direction
- lucy loves louis (@cuddlyxharold) July 25, 2015
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11 Old Disney Channel Shows That Give Me #ALLTHEFEELS
Remember the days when TV actually made you laugh, cry and nod your head with an inevitable "that's so true!" at the end of every episode? Well, if you're like me, then Disney Channel was your go-to-place when you needed to express all the feels.Here are 11 Disney Channel shows that will bring you right back to the good ol' days of curling up in front of the TV with your Capri Sun pouch and Totino's Pizza Rolls after school.
1. EVEN STEVENS
At a time when Shia's crazy antics were actually adorable, this show gave a whole new meaning to the term "crazy family." But they were hilarious, relatable and loyal to a fault. Who didn't love Lou and Ren's love/hate brother and sister relationship? Plus, Louis' friends Twitty and Gribalski? #SQUADGOALS.
2. THE PROUD FAMILY
Speaking of crazy, relatable families, no one can forget Penny Proud and the gang. Every episode, the 14-year-old had to overcome one crazy adventure, from trying out for the cheerleading squad to hanging out with millionaire rap stars (all with the love and support of her family) along with the occasional invitation to rub Suga Mama's feet.
3. KIM POSSIBLE
Cheerleader by day, crime-fighting super spy by night, this chic did it all. AND she had a clueless but lovable BFF named Ron Stoppable who actually held his own on missions from time to time - with a pet naked mole rat, of course. Anyone else remember the song: "What is that? That freaky thing? Yes, that's right it, it's the naked mole raaaaaat"?
4. THE FAMOUS JETT JACKSON
Speaking of teenage spies with undeniable swag, who can forget this show about a regular teenager who plays an extraordinary action hero on TV? We all went along for the ride as Jett tried to balance intense action stunts, fame and getting up the courage to ask a girl to prom. (Plus, that cameo from Beyonce when she kisses him will forever be GOLD.)
5. LIZZIE MCGUIRE
Not only did this show make Hilary Duff the Queen of Disney Channel, it gave voice to the thoughts of tween girls everywhere - and boy, were they accurate. From boy crushes to best friends (remember the adorable Gordo and gutsy Miranda?) to dealing with parents, this girl basically taught us life. And that Lizzie McGuire movie? Disney channel at its best.
6. THAT'S SO RAVEN
The other Queen Bee in the Disney Channel universe, Raven Symoné played everyone's best friend on That's So Raven. Only difference? Her psychic abilities tend to trip up her friends, family and well, everyone that they came into contact with. Still, our childhood's would have been so much sadder without a little "oh, snap!" in our lives.
7. SISTER SISTER
"That girl has my face!" This '90s cult classic featuring our favorite twins lit up our TV screens night after night with their never-ending antics, golden advice and undying love and friendship toward one another. Who wouldn't want a best twin/friendship like these girls had? (#RELATIONSHIPGOALS to the max) And, oh my gosh, you guys, who can forget Roger??
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8. SMART GUY
While Tia and Tamera gave us life as the sisters who just won't quit, their little brother Tahj ruled as the boy genius T.J. Henderson in Smart Guy. Quite possibly the cutest 10-year-old to ever hit the big time since Neil Patrick Harris in Doogie Howser, T.J. made the impossible possible. He let us experience high school long before we were old enough to attend it ourselves.
9. THE SUITE LIFE OF ZACK AND CODY
In a perfect combination of Sister, Sister and Smart Guy, Disney Channel came out with this unforgettable jewel about twin brothers living and navigating through life in a hotel. Not only were they freaking adorable, but they always seemed to bump into a string of celebrities including Selena Gomez, Miley Cyrus, Drew Seeley, Zac Efron, Jesse McCartney and even Chris Brown! Needless to say, we're still missing these guys.
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10. PHIL OF THE FUTURE
He's Phil...from the future. Who didn't love this adorable show about a nerdy teenage boy and his family who traveled back in time all the way from 2121? With his best friend/secret crush Keeley by his side, Phil took the whole "fitting in" thing to a whole new meaning, and we loved every minute of it.
11. HANNAH MONTANA
What can you even say about this show that hasn't already been said? From Miley and Lilly's defining the true meaning of BFF to Jackson's ridiculously hilarious stunts, this show taught girls everywhere that while being a superstar is fun and fabulous (remember, those outfits? All the bedazzles...), family and friends will always be what is most important. While Disney Channel canceling the show may have caused enough tears to fill up a river, we've learned to just forgive and binge-watch on Netflix like civilized people...hey, everybody makes mistakes.
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Ashley Benson Talks 'Pixels,' Pranks and 'Pretty Little Liars'
We all know and love Ashley Benson as "Hanna Marin" on one of our favorite shows, Pretty Little Liars. While we're used to watching her speculate and scheme from our couches every Tuesday, now we are getting to see her in a brand new role. Ashley stars in Pixels alongside Adam Sandler and Josh Gad as a sexy video game vixen come to life. We sat down with Ashley to talk about her first big studio movie, and of course, a little bit of PLL!Cambio: What was the best piece of advice director, Chris Columbus (Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, Rent, Mrs. Doubtfire), gave you on set?
Ashley Benson: "More than giving me advice, it was just watching him do his craft. He's just so specific and he knows what he wants. You know, we didn't get to film with all of the stuff flying through the air, it was mostly imagining all of the things flying at you and having to kill them. He helped me to stand straight, to walk like you're a video game hero, like you're tough, you're bad. So, every time I did something, he would give me a little, 'Hey, do it this way. You're a guy, you're going to kick ass!' Sorry for my French... But, you know he was very helpful in that sense because I felt crazy standing in the middle of Toronto swinging swords in the air!"
C: What was the best part about playing a video game vixen?
AB: "I think just being able to learn how to sword fight and train. It was crazy, we trained for three weeks and I had to learn how to handle swords and move them in certain ways. I didn't know what I was doing half the time! It was really hard, I had to practice at home. Just learning how to do a bunch of jumps and kicks and turns, and fighting with a partner. Being sure I wouldn't stab Josh in the face was hard! When it wasn't a stunt double, it was Josh, and sometimes we'd have to be on the same page for me to not get hurt, or vice versa. It was really fun, though, I loved it!"
C: Let's talk about Pretty Little Liars. What do you and the other girls like to do together when you're not working?
AB: "I love to eat, so we love to go to dinner. Me and Shay [Mitchell] always go to dinner. Troian [Bellisario], too. Me and Troian just went to a movie. You know, we work so much, that I don't really do anything when I'm done filming. I just love to hang out with my dogs. But, if anything, we all love to go to one person's house and hang out, cook dinner, jam..."
C: Do you guys ever prank each other on set? Is there an embarrassing story you can tell us?
AB: "There's so many things that I've done! I'm usually the one pranking people and making them really uncomfortable. If anybody's new to set, I'll pretend that I'm fighting with someone, and yell at them and make them fake cry, and the girls will be like, 'Yeah...she's crazy.' So, I'll give them a hard time for the first hour that they're on set, and then I'm really nice to them. I love to keep it fun and exciting, because being on set for a long time can get really exhausting."
C: We are partnered with an initiative called #BUILTBYGIRLS that encourages young girls that they can do whatever they want to do and build whatever they want to build. Having had such success at a young age, what is the one piece of advice you would give a girl trying to follow her dreams?
AB: "Don't ever give up. You're going to be told, 'no' a lot more than you'll be told 'yes.' Even to this day, I'm told no all the time. You can't let it discourage you. There's been times where I've said, 'I don't want to do this anymore. I'm tired,' and then everything just starts going again. Some people are very lucky and they just get it right off the bat, and for other people, it takes more time for. If you really want to do it, whatever career you choose, you just have to keep going. Literally, don't let 'no' get you down. Somebody's going to say, 'no,' but somebody else is going to say, 'yes.'"
Make sure to check out Ashley in Pixels, in theaters everywhere!
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20 Things You Should Stop Doing in Your 20s
Being a 20-something is not easy - regardless of where you are in the world, your gender or your background. Being a young adult is a tough job with a very murky job description in its own. Whether you decided to go to college, pick up a job or travel with friends, there are a few things that could be holding you back from being truly being everything your 20-something can be.
1. Not Texting Back: You're going to find that everyone has a different texting style. Some people answer their texts ASAP while others might decide to answer when they "get a chance." Don't lose out on valuable friendships by not texting back. It takes less than a minute to send out some sort of response to keep the conversation going.
2. Looking Over Your Shoulder: It's human nature to compare yourself to the person next to you. If we're not doing it out of jealousy, we're probably doing it to convince ourselves we're on the right track. It's going to take some practice to focus on your own life, but you'll gain so much peace of mind from it.
3. Being Too Chill: Let's be honest; everyone loves the chill girl. She's barely ever worried about that bad grade or getting a job in four years, and she's always up for anything. Be approachable, but don't forget to trust those gut feelings that tell you to review your transcript with your adviser (yes, again!) or staying on top of your pop quiz friendly professor's class.
4. Not Fueling Your Body: When it comes to campus food, cheaper isn't always healthier. Almost everyone has opted for a buttered bagel over a chicken salad at some point, especially when you figure out a salad can cost almost three times as much. Listen to your body and give it what it needs when you can afford it. Even if you can't, don't starve yourself just to save a few dollars.
5. Throwing Away Leftovers: It might seem like NBD to throw away that burger you didn't feel like finishing or letting bread turn stale, but you'll appreciate the food you're putting into your body if you treat it like the valuable yummy stuff it really is. Learning to appreciate what you have and finding ways to save money on food will come in handy later on, whether you're starting a family or living it up on your own.
6. Not Coming Home for Holidays: During your 20s, having a small get together with your college roommates sounds cooler than coming home for the usually family holiday party. You get to pick your own food and drinks and dance to cool music with people your own age. But make it a point to attend at least some of your aunt's ugly Christmas sweater parties.
7. Skipping Class: Even if you got a full ride to your dream university, remember that someone out there is paying that tuition - whether it be a scholarship foundation, generous donors or even tax payers. Unless you are sick, get to every class you can or you're wasting money each time.
8. Not Pushing Your Friend: In most cases, you can't force someone to do something they don't want to do. In fact, it might make them resentful or disappointed. But, if you have a friend who hasn't bothered transferring to her dream school or filling out those job applications on her table, it's time for you to be her biggest cheerleader. Don't pester but encourage her as much as you can.
9. Relying on Caffeine: Even if you never drank coffee in high school, it's possible that you started getting hooked on caffeine during your 20s due to the stress of having to work more hours or attending extra classes. The stresses of being a young adult require your body to have an extra spark to get you through the day, but don't ever rely on sugar or caffeine as your main substance 24/7.
10. Not Having a Mentor: Everyone goes through different paths to get to their goals, but consider yourself lucky if you can find someone who can teach you everything they wish they knew at your age.
11. Not Playing Video Games: Dust off your old Nintendo DS or Gamecube. Be a kid sometimes. Just do it; you'll be happy you did.
12. Throwing Away Books: I can't stress this enough: Donate!
13. Drinking When You Don't Want to: In your 20s, you'll come across a lot of people who drink socially as well as people who drink because they actually like the taste of beer, wine, etc. If you'd rather have a ginger ale with dinner instead of a beer, go for it because no one will really care or notice. Which leads me to...
14. NOT Drinking When You Want to: Drinking ≠ going wild and blacking out. Once you're able to order your own drinks at a restaurant or bar, you should be able to pick out what you like best and under your own judgment.
15. Ignoring Your Pet: It's pretty hard to ignore that big lump of fur sitting next to you after a long day. But taking care of a pet means more than just feeding and playing with it. It's worth taking your pet to a vet for regular checkups and don't bother Googling weird symptoms they might be having.
16. Having a Secret Obsession: If you love something, whether it be a boy band, TV show or cheesy young adult novel, let the world know! You'll bond with so many new people that way.
17. Not Cooking: You'll win someone's heart and stomach with your mom's special potato salad, I promise.
18. Not Watching the News: Not just celebrity news, real news! Turn on your favorite news channel each morning, and you'll become a more informed young adult all while squeezing into your skinny jeans and stuffing your face with toast.
19) Skipping Charity Work: Your 20s are the best time to be doing charity work! Doing something to help a cause close to your heart or community (despite the fact that you're EXHAUSTED from everything else you have to do each day) will build your morale and connect you to people who will truly appreciate your time.
20. Hating Your Job: You might not always be working your dream position, but in each job you do, there's always going to be a silver lining that helps you in the future. Consider all menial work you do as stepping stones for your dream job.
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What Happened When I Tried A Cat Eye Like Nicki Minaj's
After staring at Nicki Minaj's bold and dramatic cat eye for what seemed hours, I have finally taken it upon myself to try the trend out. Now don't get me wrong, I'm a beauty writer and a makeup obsessed junkie, so this isn't my first time at the rodeo by any means. The difference between my signature cat eye and Ms. Minaj's is that I typically go for subtle and natural and well, Minaj likes to go anaconda long.I tapped my all time favorite beauty guru on Youtube, ItsMyRayeRaye to get the 411 on how to get a dramatic cat eye à la Nicki Minaj. Watch the video below to see her cat eye methods.
Now who's up for the challenge. I am! Here's what I've learned...
First things first, this is me, Chelsey. Hey! I'm sitting in my room eyeliner free ready to do this. I'm positive and optimistic so far.
Getting up close and personal with me huh? Ok, I'm totally ready to start this process. Let's go!
There's hope in my eyes. I am studying my eyeliner and becoming one with it. I can totally do this.
Optimism is fading here and there's borderline panic approaching. If only I had an eyeliner pen like ItsMyRayeRaye, this whole process would be a lot easier. Instead, I am using Sephora's Long Lasting 12 HR Wear Eye Liner, which I later learn is pretty great.
First dot down, two more to go! So far this isn't so bad.
Now those are three imperfect, non-strategically placed dots. All I have to do is connect them and fill in. Simple enough right?
Concentration. Concentration.
OMG, is that a cat eye?!
Very Nicki Minaj right?!?
#FeelingMyself
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10 Amazing Books to Read This Summer
We all have to agree that summer is the most wonderful time of the year (after the holidays). Summer contains the months when we finally have time for ourselves. You can do anything - from going to the pool and the beach to going bowling with your friends (or bae). It doesn't really matter if you go on vacation or stay-cation. You gotta make summer count, and what better way to do it than enjoying some books?
Here are some books that will keep you hooked for the entire summer!1. #GIRLBOSS by Sophia Amoruso
Everybody knows about Nasty Gal, a clothing store that has taken the world by storm. Youcan get the trendiest pieces and some unique finds, too. What's not so known is how the company itself came together and how her CEO and proud founder, Sophia Amoruso, made a name for herself. This book will make you go after your dreams, and it will give you some amazing advice. It's a must for this summer.
2. Paper Towns by John Green
John Green has become crazy famous since his book The Fault In Our Stars was published. We all know how that masterpiece of a book made it to the big screen and gave us all the feels. This book is quite different though. It talks about a boy called Quentin and her neighbor Margo Roth Spiegelman. There's probably not much to explain about this book since the movie is in theaters as we speak, so if you already saw the movie, you should definitely give this book a go! If you haven't seen the movie yet, you will enjoy it more.3. Looking for Alaska by John Green
Oh, the joy. Another John Green book, and this one is by far my favorite. I really don't want to get much into this book because I don't want to spoil anything for you. If you already read this freaking beauty of a book, you know what I'm talking about (ahh, so many feels). If you haven't read it yet, please do because in my opinion, this is one of the best books of our generation. You will love it.4. Were'd You Go Bernadette by Maria Semple
I have heard of this book so many times that I just had to see for myself what was all the buzz about. I went ahead and downloaded the free sample from iBooks, and I just couldn't out this book down. It's a perfect summer read, hands down.
5. After by Anna Todd
I haven't read this one yet but it's on my list. After was originally a fanfic inspired by the one and only, Harry Edward Styles. Yes, you heard that right. Do you need any more reasons to give this book a chance? (We're talking about Harry here, hello!) Besides, our fellow directioner and best-selling author wrote an entire series of books like this one, so if you've been bored this summer, that is about to change.6. To All The Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han
I just started reading this little gem because a friend of mine told me it was such a great book, and trust me, she knows about great books. It talks about Lara Jean, her older sister Margot who is going to study college abroad and her little sister Kitty. So far, so good. I highly recommed this book as a summer read.7. Anna and The French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins
I've wanted to get my hands on this one for two summers now, but for one reason or another, I haven't had the time, so I think it's about time I get on with it! I know what they say - don't judge a book by its cover - but the cover of this book is pretty darn cute. And the history takes place on the beautiful city of Paris. Why wouldn't everyone want read this book?8. Breakfast at Tiffany's by Truman Capote
I'm the kind of girl who ALWAYS has to read the book before watching the movie. You could say that's pretty much my golden rule, but with this classic, things were a little different. I saw the movie, and then I read the book for one simple reason called Audrey Hepburn. Miss Hepburn is my biggest role model, and I devoted myself to watch all her movies (big shoutout to Netflix for having most of them, thanks a lot!). I'm pretty sure most of you have seen the movie, too. I just have to say that if you liked it, you should totally read the book because it's quite different. That's it; I will say no more because I don't want to spoil it for you. (Spoilers suck!)9. Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland is a well-known classic. I personally adore the characters and every single adaptation of this book. If you're looking for a classic as a summer read, you should consider this one. P.S. I find that this book is so crazy that it actually gives me creative inspo.10. The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Oh yeah, it's time for another classic. This book has become a lot more popular since the movie, starring Leonardo DiCaprio as Gatsby, was released. From the moment you lay eyes on the first words on the book, you will be hypnotized by Scott's writing. Trust me, it's a good one.Now you have plenty good reads for the summer! Isn't it awesome that a book can take you to many different places without actually leaving your couch? Books rule.
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5 Items That Every Girl Needs in her Closet
Everyone has their go-tos in their closet. These are their absolute necessities for outfits. Here are some of mine.1. Band Tees
Being a music lover, I own a lot of band merch. Band shirts are one thing I wear a lot to express my music taste.2. Skinny Jeans
Skinny jeans are flattering and go with so many things. Ripped or not, they're a necessity for every girl.3. Hoodies
Hoodies. Who doesn't wear hoodies? Whether it's winter or not, everyone does.4. Converse
Converse is a big brand and pulls together so many outfits, especially for a rock/chic style.5. Black
Black goes with anything. 'Nuff said.
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8 Life Lessons the Minions Taught Us
Minions are no doubt the most adorable animated creation ever. No matter what these yellow dudes do, they always end up making us aww (and laugh), but inside all this craziness, there are deep meanings to them, for sure.
1. Be YourselfDespite how stupidly innocent minions are, they never try to be someone or something totally different. Be who you are. Embrace your flaws and make use of them, too. Try to make others smile, if nothing else. You'll be loved; we bet on that.
2. Look for New OpportunitiesWho knows what the next job (or experiment) may be - possibly the one you've always dreamt of? Well, you'll never know if you don't try. Open every door you can; one could possibly lead to success and adventure.
3. Have FunAren't minions all about that? Don't take life too seriously. It does bring a lot of hardships, but if you are brave enough, you'll laugh it off. BOTTOMS!!!
4. Look Out for Your FriendsWhat's the fun in laughing if you laugh alone? Always stick to the people who join you in every crazy mistake you do, and then giggle it off.
5. Don't Be Scared to Live Your LifeIf you are sad or tense about something, why not fight it off with a little minion dance? Minions are all about living life as it's meant to be: hilarious and fun. Sing and dance through life. Don't be afraid what others will say. The life you live is yours, not theirs.
6. Don't Ask - Give a HugWhat's more better than a friendly smile? A friendly hug! Hugs are scientifically proven to help lose stress, so if words aren't enough to console a friend, give them a bear (or minion) hug.
7. Don't Let Work Take Over Your MindLife is all about work - you can't just drool away like a sloth and then expect happiness. Whether it's carrying out an experiment, babysitting, entertaining or just cleaning of the house, grab a maid dress and shake it off like DAVE!
8. Believe in the Power of...the Banana!After all these minion movies, can you live without bananas and bapples? At least I can't. So grab both, and TADAAA!! You have the healthiest snack ever - who knows, it might help us change into minions one day (a girl can dream)!
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8 Reasons Why 'Paper Towns' Is a Perfect Movie
***SPOILER ALERT! Do not read if you haven't seen the movie Paper Towns.***Finally, the moment we've all been waiting for has come: The Paper Towns movie is now playing on cinemas all around the world. Obviously I had to go see ASAP, and so I did. When I came out of the theater, I just couldn't hold the feels. It was perfect AF, and I just need to write about it because I just can't fangirl alone, you know?
Let's just get to it and talk about how amazing this movie was!
1. The Soundtrack
From the moment the movie started and Kindness' version of the indie rock classic "Swingin Party" hit the cinema's speakers, I knew for sure that I would really enjoy the movie. Music is such an essential part of movies - without it, you wouldn't get all those feels! I knew the soundtrack for this one would be great because I absolutely loved The Fault In Our Stars' track listing, and the mixtape they put together for Paper Towns did not disappoint me one bit.P.S. The fact that Nat & Alex Wolff have a song on the soundtrack made it super special. I've been a fan of those two since their Nickelodeon days.
2. Mini Margo
We need to talk about Cara Delevingne's mini me! Hannah Alligood is the actress who plays young Margo, and the resemblance between her and Cara is mind-blowing!3. The Pokemon Theme Song
I just couldn't stop laughing! This is probably one of the best things that happened in the movie. Obviously this wasn't in the book, so who was the genius that came up with this freaking wonderful idea? It was the one and only Halston Sage who plays Lacey in the movie.
4. So, Do You Like Dragons?
Freaking Ansel Ergort made a cameo in the movie! He was looking cute AF, as usual, and I swear the moment he appeared on the screen the whole theater screamed at the top of their lungs (including me)! My boyfriend was kind of confused though; he had no idea what was all the fuss about.5. Margo Roth Spiegelman
They couldn't have picked a better Margo. Cara was absolutely amazing in the movie! There's no doubt she will have a great career as an actress.
7. Ben
Austin Abrams, the actor who plays Ben in the movie, just rocked. I laughed so hard every time he opened is mouth; he was just so funny!8. The Fact That the Movie Was so Close to the Book
If you read the book, you know that they changed a lot of things (like they always do when they adapt a book for the big screen), but to me, those changes were not a big deal because they kept the essence of the book intact and you still got the same message at the end. To me, this movie was a complete success.
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7 Holidays You Probably Didn't Know Existed
Here are seven awesome holidays that you never knew existed but will want to start celebrating.
1. Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day
Yes, you read that right! On January 28, you better have your bubble wraps ready to get poppin' (unless you have this kind that - gasp - doesn't pop).
2. National Read in the Bathtub Day
This interesting holiday is celebrated on February 9. Now, there are many bathtub-related holidays, such as:
- Bathtub Day on October 7
- National Bathtub Party Day on December 5
- Bubble Bath Day on January 8
If you need a reason to take a long relaxing bath, I just gave you four! And Chandler agrees.
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3. Thumb Appreciation Day
This might sound silly (don't they all?!), but on February 18, it's time to show a little appreciation to those thumbs that are doing all the texting! Oh, what would we do without our thumbs?
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4. National Pink Day
As if we need another excuse to wear pink, aside from Wednesdays - be sure to wear pink on June 23!
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5. Wiggle Your Toes Day
Get ready on August 6! Free up those toes and start wigglin'!
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6. Fight Procrastination Day
For all my ladies out there who leave everything until the last minute, I know that feeling all too well. Now we have a day, in which we can unite and fight this battle together. Let's join our forces on the first Wednesday of September!
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7. Chocolate Covered Anything Day
I can't be the only one who thinks that everything is better with chocolate?! Now, there's a perfect excuse to dip anything and everything in chocolate on December 16! I bet you're extremely excited for this holiday!
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3. Thumb Appreciation DayThis might sound silly (don't they all?!), but on February 18, it's time to show a little appreciation to those thumbs that are doing all the texting! Oh, what would we do without our thumbs?
4. National Pink DayAs if we need another excuse to wear pink, aside from Wednesdays - be sure to wear pink on June 23!
5. Wiggle Your Toes DayGet ready on August 6! Free up those toes and start wigglin'!
6. Fight Procrastination DayFor all my ladies out there who leave everything until the last minute, I know that feeling all too well. Now we have a day, in which we can unite and fight this battle together. Let's join our forces on the first Wednesday of September!
7. Chocolate Covered Anything Day
I can't be the only one who thinks that everything is better with chocolate?! Now, there's a perfect excuse to dip anything and everything in chocolate on December 16! I bet you're extremely excited for this holiday!
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6 Beauty Brands You HAVE to Try
I don't know about you, but I have an unhealthy addiction to makeup (anyone else?). I'm not the type of girl that can't go out of her house without applying a good coat of mascara and lipstick and I definitely don't wear makeup every single day, but I really like doing my makeup. In fact, the best part is going makeup shopping - when I walk into Sephora, I go insane! There's just so much to look at and it's so pretty - it gives me all the feels! You get me, girl?!I want to share with you six amazing makeup brands that I've tried and absolutely love!
1. Anastasia Beverly HillsI got to know this brand because all the beauty gurus talk about how great it is. Most of them swear this brand is the holy grail for doing your brows! The brand has a wide variety of products (not only brow stuff), so I had to give it a go! The product I picked up is the Brow Powder Duo.
My shade is Medium Brown, but they have every shade you can think of, so you will DEFINITELY find one that works for you. It's super quick and easy to use - you just take the darkest shade and apply it from the middle to both ends of your brow, and then the lighter shade goes on the tip of your brow (closer to your nose). That's it! Your brows will look almost as cool as Cara Delevingne's.
2. NARSI haven't tried all the products from NARS, but I know one thing: Their lipsticks are the bomb, seriously. They are so smooth and pigmented, plus they are long lasting!
3. Urban Decay
I bet every girl knows this brand, but I had to mention it for those lost souls who haven't tried it yet. This is, in my opinion, one of the best high-end brands regarding eye makeup. My personal fave is the Naked 2 Palette (what a classic). It has 12 different eyeshadows, with which you can create a billion different looks that go from a "no-makeup look" to a "bold, night out" smokey eye.
4. TRESemméLet's talk about hair, shall we?
Just a few months ago, I discovered TRESemmé's Thermal Creations, a heat protective spray. I just love it because it really helps to keep your hair healthy while using a curling wand or flat iron, and it smells so freaking nice.
5. MaybellineMascara is absolutely one of my makeup essentials. It can totally change up your look in no time! That's why it's really important to have a great mascara that is able to hold the curl of your lashes all day, and my friends I think I have finally found it (celebratory dance). Maybelline's The Rocket Mascara is my new best friend, and I have discovered that the waterproof version works best at keeping the curl alive all day. So get ready to rock those lashes!
Let's just try our best to look like Gigi Hadid while applying it.
6. YSLLast month, during my trip to New York, something magical happened. I went into a Sephora store, and I fell in love. Yup, as ridiculous as it may sound, from the moment I laid eyes on the YSL lipsticks, I knew that I had to try them. They did not disappoint me at all! I took one of this babies home. I picked the shade No. 49, and I've been under its spell ever since.
That's it! Now you know what to look for in your next trip to the drugstore or Sephora. I'm sure whatever it is that you end up buying, you will rock it like Beyoncé.
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Kim Kardashian to Caitlyn Jenner: Don't Bash Us On Your Way Up
Caitlyn Jenner's career is on fire right now and her fan base is growing by the day. In the I Am Cait series premiere, she revealed that she'd heard there was a $250,000 price tag on photos of her. So, suffice it to say, her popularity is off-the-charts at the moment.
That being the case, she's doing a lot of interviews and appearances and given that she's part of one of the most famous families ever, there have been some questions about how things have been with them, how they're handling her transition and what it was like living with the Kardashians.
Unfortunately, while the family has been totally supportive of Cait, they don't exactly feel like they're getting the same in return. In this preview of what's to come on this season of I Am Cait, we see Caitlyn telling one of her friends that Khloe Kardashian was upset because she didn't like the Vanity Fair interview.
Then, we see Kim Kardashian sitting with Cait, telling her, "You look amazing. It's your time, but you don't have to bash us on your way up."
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In the Vanity Fair article, Cait did share her feelings about her relationship with ex-wife Kris Jenner and some of the things weren't super flattering, so we can see why the kids would feel kind of caught in the middle.
Given that this is all very new to them, hopefully they will be able to work through all of this stuff and continue to be the strong family they have always been.
That being the case, she's doing a lot of interviews and appearances and given that she's part of one of the most famous families ever, there have been some questions about how things have been with them, how they're handling her transition and what it was like living with the Kardashians.
Unfortunately, while the family has been totally supportive of Cait, they don't exactly feel like they're getting the same in return. In this preview of what's to come on this season of I Am Cait, we see Caitlyn telling one of her friends that Khloe Kardashian was upset because she didn't like the Vanity Fair interview.
Then, we see Kim Kardashian sitting with Cait, telling her, "You look amazing. It's your time, but you don't have to bash us on your way up."
In the Vanity Fair article, Cait did share her feelings about her relationship with ex-wife Kris Jenner and some of the things weren't super flattering, so we can see why the kids would feel kind of caught in the middle.
Given that this is all very new to them, hopefully they will be able to work through all of this stuff and continue to be the strong family they have always been.
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Khloe Kardashian Opens Up About Her Love Life
Khloe Kardashian has been pretty tight-lipped about her split with Lamar Odom and her subsequent relationship with French Montana, but in a new interview with Complex magazine, Khloe pulled back the curtain on her love life.
When asked what her current relationship was like with Lamar, she said she had just talked to him that morning and tries to talk to him as much as she can.
"When you genuinely feel like that was the right relationship, you're supposed to give it all you can. That's what marriage is about. It's not, 'Let's see if it works, if not we always have divorce,'" she said. "I am not one of those girls. You took a vow before God and you're supposed to abide by that. I'm not rushing into my divorce because I'm not looking to get married tomorrow, so I don't have a deadline. I'm not rushing it. So when it's time and it's supposed to happen, it will."
She continued, "Lamar is genuinely one of the best people I've ever met, and everyone says that when they meet him. I think Lamar's gonna always be that person [for me] but that's what made it so special. Even if I had it for five years or whatever, it was the best ever and I'm grateful I did. Some people don't get that ever and I had that magic for a long time." Still, she admits, she misses him every day.
As for her relationship with French, Khloe has nothing but good things to say about him. "He's a great guy, super funny, a sweetheart," she said. She admits that she wasn't ready to be in a relationship at that time, but that she and French are still totally cool with each other.
Khloe has most recently been romantically linked to NBA player James Harden.
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Jennifer Lopez Celebrates Birthday (Again) on a Boat With Her Squad
Jennifer Lopez does not play when it comes to celebrating her birthday to the fullest.
After rocking a jaw-dropping sheer dress at her 46th birthday party in the Hamptons, the "Booty" crooner continued the celebration with a bash on a yacht Sunday with a group of friends - including pal Natasha Bedingfeld, jewelry designer Loren Ridinger and rapper Fat Joe.
And it wouldn't be J.Lo if she didn't shut it down while she was having a blast on that boat. This go-round she rocked a matching crop top and shorts set that showed off her killer gams and proved once again that she does not age.
"BdayWeekend recap. My loves @fatjoe and @lorenridinger #LOVE #familia #Squad #friends," she wrote alongside another snap. We are so here for this.
After rocking a jaw-dropping sheer dress at her 46th birthday party in the Hamptons, the "Booty" crooner continued the celebration with a bash on a yacht Sunday with a group of friends - including pal Natasha Bedingfeld, jewelry designer Loren Ridinger and rapper Fat Joe.
And it wouldn't be J.Lo if she didn't shut it down while she was having a blast on that boat. This go-round she rocked a matching crop top and shorts set that showed off her killer gams and proved once again that she does not age.
"#BdayWeekend recap with my ladies. #Squad #Fun #Love #Familia," J.Lo captioned a shot of herself posing with friends as they sailed on the water. That was just the first of a few pics J.Lo posted, giving us squad envy with more snaps from the day party and her fun in the sun with friends.
"BdayWeekend recap. My loves @fatjoe and @lorenridinger #LOVE #familia #Squad #friends," she wrote alongside another snap. We are so here for this.
As we mentioned earlier, J.Lo also slayed at her birthday party at 1OAK in the Hamptons Saturday in a cutout dress that blew our minds. After striking a few fierce poses on the red carpet, she headed inside and danced the night away. "Thanks to everyone who celebrated with me this weekend. #BdayWeekend #Memories #FAMILIA #FRIENDS #LOVE," she captioned a shot of herself in the dress.
Still dying over this look.
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Khloe Kardashian Shares Unretouched Photo From 'Complex' Shoot
Go, Khlo!
Khloe Kardashian shut down the haters in the most epic way possible after critics alleged that her insanely sexy Complex magazine pics were simply the result of retouching.
Khloe is used to hearing all kinds of crazy things about herself, but when the haters tried to discredit her hard work, that's where she drew the line.
The reality star shared the photo below, showing the raw photo on the left and the retouched version on the left and there is LITERALLY no difference. The colors are more vivid in the retouched pic, that's pretty much it. Her body is just as bangin' in the original photo as it is in the final product.
"This one is for all the troll haters out there that cannot seem to give me an ounce of credit for my daily workouts! The image on the left is an unretouched photo from the actual camera on the day of the shoot," she captioned the side-by-side. "The image on the right is the retouched photo. Yes skin is smooth and shadows are removed but I still think I look good on the left image. Flaws and all... hi hater!!! Click on it... I know you want to."
In a separate post, she gave sister Kim Kardashian a shoutout for making her do the shoot, which she was originally afraid to do. "I have to shout out and thank my incredibly supportive sister @kimkardashian for forcing me to do this complex shoot!" she said. "I have been procrastinating it because I was too scared to do the shoot! But Kimberly made me and had more confidence in me then I had myself! I love you Keeks!"
We are so glad Khloe did the shoot because girlfriend looks absolutely amazing. And even more than that, we love the fact that she's not afraid to own her sexiness, #SorryNotSorry. Bye, haters!
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Stanley from 'That's So Raven' Is All Grown Up and Hot
Remember the cute little kid from That's So Raven?
On "That's So Raven," Bobb'e J Thompson played Stanley, a pesky little kid who was obsessed with Raven (and always had something hilarious to say). Now, a ton of folks are kinda obsessed with him after these photos popped up of the former child star all grown up.
From the many shirtless snaps the 19-year-old has been posting on Instagram, it's clear he has been in the gym. Bobb'e's bod and six-pack abs are crazy chiseled. "I bet Raven wouldn't push him away no more," one person wrote in his comments. "Puberty hit that so raven kid very good," another commented. Agreed.
Aside from the hottie he's turned into, Bobb'e has still been pursuing an acting career since his days as a child star, most recently landing roles in Me and Earl in the Dying Girl, upcoming TV series Clash of the Vampires. He also starred in the 2014 flick School Dance with Wilmer Valderrama.
Something tells us there's way more on the way for Bobb'e. We're hoping one of those things is a That's So Raven reunion, considering this post from Stanley.
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These Crazy, Yummy "Freakshakes" Will Blow Your Mind
Excuse us while we book a trip to Canberry, Australia.
A bakery and café called Pâtissez there is serving up mason jars filled with yummy 'Freakshakes' that will have your sweet tooth on fleek. According to the bakery's Facebook page, they've only been open for about eight weeks, but word about their huge dessert shakes has spread so fast, people have been lining up around the block to get them (can you blame them?!).
So, what's in these sweet confections? One of them, called the Muddy Pat, is described as a "glorious hot chocolate fudge shake using house made dark chocolate fudge, topped with a good load of vanilla bean whipped cream, then stacked with a house made super fudgy choc brownie and crowned with a fat chunk of house made toasted marshmallow."
This is the stuff dreams are made of.
A bakery and café called Pâtissez there is serving up mason jars filled with yummy 'Freakshakes' that will have your sweet tooth on fleek. According to the bakery's Facebook page, they've only been open for about eight weeks, but word about their huge dessert shakes has spread so fast, people have been lining up around the block to get them (can you blame them?!).
The shake spot has become so popular that they set a record when they sold 455 shakes in one day last week. The crazy part about this is they only have four people baking every night to prepare for the demand for the shakes and other goodies they have in the café.
So, what's in these sweet confections? One of them, called the Muddy Pat, is described as a "glorious hot chocolate fudge shake using house made dark chocolate fudge, topped with a good load of vanilla bean whipped cream, then stacked with a house made super fudgy choc brownie and crowned with a fat chunk of house made toasted marshmallow."
They also have a Nutella and salty pretzel shake, which is a cold and creamy Nutella shake with "lashings of Nutella, vanilla bean whipped cream and Nutella dunked salty pretzels...not for the faint of heart!"
This is the stuff dreams are made of.
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Harry Styles Was the Inspiration for This 'Inside Out' Character?
Okay, show of hands...who saw the incredible new Pixar movie Inside Out? Did you notice one of the characters was kind of Harry Styles-esque? Well, neither did we...but it turns out the One Direction star was the inspiration for one of the characters. And now we can't see anything but Harry.When we watched the movie in a theater, we did have a total giggle over the long haired boyband-ish guy that turns up in main character Riley's imagination. The fact that her imaginary boyfriend says he would die for her literally spoke to us.
Turns out, it's totally based on Harry, as Inside Out director, Pete Docter, confirmed that his daughter is "very much a [One Direction] fan."
He explained to Digital Spy, "We were looking at the hairstyle and the tight-fitting jeans that are a little bit saggy around the middle."
OMG, we're crying over the skinny jeans bit.
Producer Jonas Rivera added: "[Harry Styles is] the greatest hits of what an imaginary boyfriend would look like. We asked a lot of people!"
The character in the film, however, isn't British, so it's not entirely a Harry knock-off, as the imaginary boyfriend says: "I would die for Riley. I live in Canada."
Given all the amazing things Harry does (like helping a fan in need, as one of many examples), we admit he's rolling around in our imaginations too.
the character from Inside Out that was inspired by Harry Styles #MTVHottest One Direction #MPN #ONEDIRECTION https://t.co/alVTNwrg5T
- It's Real LღZ (@1DMayne) July 28, 2015
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