Showing posts with label Girly Rants. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Girly Rants. Show all posts

Girly Rants: Great Dress-pectations


As the seasons change and temperatures waiver, obviously our trends do, too. It’s simple math: When the temperatures go up, we shed layers of clothes and expose skin. However, with the changing weather and clothing choices, boy’s expectations of what we should wear change as well.

On those gorgeous sunny days that reach into the 70s, 80s, and dare I say 90s, most girls slip into some comfy Nike shorts (the notorious ‘norts’) and a tank top. I know I’m not just speaking for myself when I say that. Dressing up for class takes a lot of effort and care that I tend to lack while anticipating an 8 a.m. class, or really in general, regardless of the time.

So there we are, all happy and excited about the warm weather and boys playing shirtless football on their front lawns as we walk to class, but here’s the problem: In most of their heads, they’re looking at us and thinking, “Uh… It’s warm out. Why aren’t these girls in pretty little sundresses, booty shorts, tight skirts and low tank tops?”

HA! Well maybe it’s because I’m freaking lazy. Or maybe it’s because I don’t feel the need to get dolled up for class when I’m most likely going to sweat it off and ruin whatever I put together, then I’ll look really great. Or it could be the fact that I don’t want to look like a hooker. Take your pick, gentlemen.

Boys tend to have these ideal outfits they always want girls to wear. When it’s warm outside, they want to see a ton of skin and girly dresses. When it starts to get cooler out, all they want to see are Lulu Lemon yoga pants (hmm… wonder why.) Way to be unpredictable, guys.

In reality, those ideal images they want to see are usually pretty inconvenient to “casually throw together” each day and look perfect. Sorry I like to sleep. I, in no way, shape or form, want to wake up an extra hour early to style my hair, perfect my make-up and coordinate an outfit.

So basically, no matter what the weather, I’m going to be strolling around campus looking like a sloppy mess in my Nike shorts and tank top, but comfortable and well rested. Sorry to disappoint, boys!

By: Lindsay Keaton | Image: Source

Spring Break 2013: We Made It!


Okay, we can admit it. We’ve all been counting down toward spring break. Who wouldn’t? It’s been awhile since winter break, we’ve been on our school grind, and it gets old really fast. We sit in our lecture halls as the professors drone on about something or other, while in our minds, we are frolicking in waves and soaking in the sun. Is it spring break yet?

With that being said, the optimistic thoughts of what break will entail often lead us to forget about the stresses that the last school week has in store for us. Oh yes, it is midterm season, everyone.

Just the other night, one of my friends burst in the front door of our residence hall, disheveled and tired looking, to exclaim that she had spent 12 straight hours at the infamous Club Ellis preparing for four exams that were all stacked together the following day. Ouch, that’s gotta hurt.

And lucky me, I had a test Friday before break. What I want to know is what kind of evil, delirious professor plans a big exam the Friday before break. For the people that have to change travel plans (or miss out on them), I have two things to say: 1) I personally find the exam rules ridiculous, and 2) I can’t imagine sitting in that awful, bland room counting down the minutes and thinking about what I’m missing out on. Do those professors have no heart? Or social life?

On top of the exams that professors love to cram in before break, us students have to deal with the hardships of planning the vacation. Being on our own at college, many of us do not have the amenity of parents to lay out and pay for the trips. So the months and weeks before break, when we’re not ready to jump out of a window at the library, are spent scrambling to make some worthy plans come together. Means of transportation, a place to stay, managing the cost, getting people together …the issues go on and on. Trust me, none of it is ever easy.

For those of you who aren’t going anywhere for break, rest up, have some good home-cooked meals, and be thankful you survived the school week before break. Not everyone can say they got away from the week unscathed.

Of course, despite all the stresses and hecticness…..

HAPPY SPRING BREAK, EVERYONE! WE MADE IT!

By: Lindsay Keaton | Image: Source

Anticipating Sweet Summertime


In light of the recent “Snowpocalypse” and lingering snow banks, I have discovered a new appreciation for the sun, summer and everything that comes along with it. Let’s face it: EVERYTHING, and I mean everything, is better in the summer.

Physically? Yeah, I like being tan and skinnier. In the summer, you don’t even have to try to be tan! You’re outside and poof! it just happens … and I like that. Plus, foods are lighter and healthier, meaning a lazy person’s favorite weapon against weight gain. I miss my fresh fruits, like days where I could inhale an entire watermelon in one sitting. Don’t act like you haven’t done it.

It’s almost like the sun comes out and scares away that extra 10 pounds that I couldn’t shake during the winter. I guess it helps that when it is warm outside, it’s actually fun to be active. Like I said last time, dragging my butt to the gym is not a frequent event by any means, but beach volleyball and swimming don’t feel like the rigorous workouts that make me wary of the Rec.

And don’t forget how good the guys look when playing some casual football in the yard (shirtless). Or slicking their hair back and getting out of the pool (shirtless)…. Or driving around in their trucks with the windows down (shirtless)… Or maybe I’ll get back on topic.

Anyway… summer!

Who doesn’t miss throwing on jean shorts and a tank top or feeling confident in a string bikini? Summer clothes are actually the best. I love the bright colors and skin-baring pieces of the warm months. Our “cozy sweaters” that we were so excited for a few months ago get really old, but a flowy dress or cutoffs and a cute top never seem to.

And of course, you can’t forget that summer means NO SCHOOL, and that means a lot of things: Namely, no worries. No homework. No exams. No essays. Hallelujah, amen, praise the Lord! Nothing sounds better at this moment.

I thought the groundhog predicted early spring this year? Come on buddy, help a sister out here.

This article is part of Lindsay Keaton’s weekly “girly rants” lifestyle column, which addresses issues occupying the minds of college women today.
By: Lindsay Keaton | Image: Source

Premature Pressures: Looking Forward to Spring Break


As soon as everyone returned to campus after a long winter break filled with extensive holiday dinners (and of course, desserts), the one thing on people’s minds is the inevitable: spring break. Following that train of thought, the anxiety to get bikini-ready bodies is setting in. With T-minus 44 days and counting, I look at these crazy girls already hitting the gym and working their butts off with amazement.

Are you guys insane? I don’t want to diet and workout! As a guilty procrastinator, as I would expect most college students to be, why the hell are you working on this two months early?! Sorry ladies, enjoy your celery and water, but I want Buffalo Wild Wings so I’m going to get it. We’re young! Why not take advantage of the metabolism while we can?

I have an already fit-and-healthy friend who bought Insanity, an $80 cardio DVD program, over break. Let’s stop there … Insanity? It already sounds way too intense for me. She got a set of 12 DVDs that have various one-hour workouts. The promise? Keep up with the workouts for 60 days, and you’ll get the perfect, toned body. Yeah, ooookay. Who in their right mind can keep up with that for two months? That takes a whole lot of determination and sacrifice that I just can’t handle. Especially with this cold, dreary weather, who wants to get up from their comfy bed and feel the burn? To quote one of my favorite trainers, Fat Amy, “Yeah, don’t put me down for cardio...” I’ll stick to that horizontal running.


So ladies, I’ll leave you with this: If you’re already on your spring break workout grind, kudos to you. You’re far more determined than my lazy ass.

If you’re one of those girls that attempts but seems to always get distracted or slip up, it’s okay! You’re in the majority. You’re still going to have a blast on vacation and a smile is the most attractive thing you can wear. For inspiration, check out College Gloss's workout essentials and makeup products for the gym.



And for my fellow bums, I haven’t forgotten about you. Feel comfortable in your own skin, and don’t let the stress of a Victoria’s Secret body upset you or change your lifestyle.

This spring break-inspired article is part of Lindsay Keaton’s weekly “girly rants” lifestyle column, which addresses issues occupying the minds of college women today.

 By: Lindsay Keaton | Images: 1, 2, 3
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