Polish That'll Get Your Heartbeat Running Away


Nicki Minaj and O.P.I. nail polish

Want to have Nicki Minaj at your fingertips?  Well, now you can, literally.  Nicki Minaj teamed up with OPI Nail Lacquer creating a variety of polishes that represent her fun, fresh, and fierce personality.  The limited edition collection was released January 2012, and is made up of six dynamic polish colors, including deep purple crackle "Super Bass Shatter", vivid bubblegum "Pink Friday", an edgy, sparkly metallic "Metallic 4 Life", and more!

This blazin' Barbie of hip hop is not the only celeb who came out with a fabulous line of polish -- Katy Perry, Justin Bieber, and even the Kardashian sisters also released OPI color collections.

“OPI is so excited to work with Nicki,” said Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director in a company release. “Nicki has taken the hip hop world by storm, but her music is only part of the equation. She’s also become a fashion inspiration, noted for her daring costumes and hair color both on and off the stage.”

So, if you are looking to get in touch with your inner Nicki Minaj by rocking any one of these colors, the limited-edition collection polishes for OPI are now available for $8.50 per bottle at a location near you!

Visit opi.com for retailer locations!

Nicki Minaj O.P.I. nail polish collection

Fit and Fashionable


People jogging

The first month of the new year has come to an end, but hopefully that doesn't include your resolutions!  Most people, including myself, have been guilty of making the New Year's resolution of "going to the gym" or "working out", but breaking it half way through the year.  Well... let's change that!  Let's get off our cute little butts, and let's get motivated!!!

You may wonder, what is a fashionable girl supposed to wear while working out?

To get you inspired and motivated, I compiled an assortment of cute workout clothes that are comfortable, practical, and most of all, stylish.

I know some of you might be thinking--why is it even important to look cute while working out?  You aren't there for a fashion show after all.  I agree that you don't need to go to the gym with a face full of makeup, and chandelier earrings, but fab workout clothes can help motivate you to exercise, and plus, you never know who you'll RUN into. ;)

Tops

Work out tops
Top L to R: Nike Pro Fitted Long-sleeve V-neck, 6pm.com, $19.99 (sale); Under Armour 'Don't Be Last' Vneck, finishline.com, $24.99; Reebok Solid Ribtank, dickssportinggoods.com, $7.97; Bottom L to R: Xersion Workout Tank, jcpenney.com, $10 (sale); Champion Double Dry Workout Tank, sportsauthority.com, $14.98 (sale); Racerback Active Tank, oldnavy.com, $17.50 (sale)

Sports Bras

Sports bras
Top L to R: Cotton Sports Bra, target.com, $9.09; Champion Absolute Workout Sports Bra, eastbay.com, $19.99; Padded Sports Bra, oldnavy.com, $7.50 (sale); Bottom L to R: Champion Double Dry Absolute Workout Sports Bra, sportsauthority.com, $14.99 (sale); Adidas Reversible Sports Bra, champssports.com $14.99; Adidas Techfit Sports Bra, footlocker.com, $19.99 (sale)

Bottoms

Workout pants
Top L to R: Soffe Contrast Roll Capri, dickssportinggoods.com, $19.99; Xersion Running Shorts, jcpenney.com, $6.00 (sale) ; VS Pink Bootcut Yoga Pants, victoriassecret.com, $34.50; Bottom L to R: Shirred Waistband Yoga Pant, nyandcompany.com, $14.97 (sale); Fold-over Yoga Capris, oldnavy.com, $12.50 (sale); Champion Compression Capri Pants, target.com, $19.99

Shoes

Athletic shoes
Top L to R: Avia 5643, kohls.com, $40 (sale); Saucony Grid Ignition 2 Running Shoe, dickssportinggoods.com, $49.99 (sale); Nike Air Relentless Running Shoe, sportsauthority.com, $54.99 (sale); Bottom L to R: New Balance 490 Running Shoe, sears.com, $39.99 (sale); Nike Dual Fusion Run ST, finishline.com, $50 (sale); Nike 'Lunar Sweet Victory II+', nordstrom.com, $49.90 (sale)

Textbook Style on a Budget


Is the cost of tuition and textbooks burning a hole through your pocket?  Then buy a new pair of pants! Wondering how to stay fashionably fabulous, while staying within your budget?  Well, don’t worry your pretty little minds, because I am here to tell you it is possible.  Accumulating a fashionable wardrobe does not have to consist of designer outfits, or apparel from the finest stores.  There are many alternatives like thrift store shopping, bargaining, or even remarkable sales that can help any college student maintain an oh-so-appealing, trend-setting appearance.  Other than learning how to manage my time, I also learned how to manage my budget, and you can do the same.

Fashion outfit

Erin (pictured above) is one of the many fashionably forward students at the University of California Riverside, who knows how to be stylish, unique, and creative, without having to spend the big buck$.

Below I put together two outfits that are stylish and under $50!

Outfit 1

Cute outfit
L to R: Metallic Threaded Sweater Top, forever21.com, $7.99 (sale); Printed Mid-Length Skirt, wetseal.com, $10 (sale); Faux Suede Ballet Flats, wetseal.com, $8.99 (sale); Call It Spring Truax Cross Body, jcpenney.com, $8.00 (sale)

Outfit 2

Fashion outfit
L to R: Jersey Top, h&m.com, $12.95; Bow Waist Mini Skirt, topshop.com, $14 (sale); Fold Front Flats, wetseal.com, $8.70 (sale); Call It Spring Schilk Schoolbag, jcpenney.com, $8 (sale)

 
Eryn Imada
Fashion Babbler
I am a student at the University of California, Riverside, where I major in Media and Cultural Studies, and minor in Business. I love fashion because there are no limits, and it is a way of expressing oneself and creativity. I like trying on different styles and mixing it up by wearing dresses and boots, or layers, and dressing them up or down. Other than browsing for sales and trying on new styles, you can most likely find me cheering for the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center in my blinged out jersey!
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