Giveaway: Victoria's Secret Bombshell Forever

Perfume: Victoria's Secret

We're huge fans of Victoria's Secret beauty products, so you can imagine our excitement to try out their latest fragrance- Bombshell Forever.  This feminine perfume is inspired by one of their most popular fragrances, Bombshell.  It's a "bright, lush blend of boysenberry, lavender flower, and pamplewood" that we're especially looking forward to start wearing this summer.  In fact, Ali has been wearing it around the TSS office all week, and we're pretty obsessed!

Even better, Victoria's Secret was so kind as to send a 3.4 oz Eau de Parfum of Bombshell Forever to one of our lucky readers!  Do you want to win the newest iconic Victoria's Secret fragrance?  Check out how you can win below!

Make sure to check out all of the fabulous fragrances from Victoria's Secret!

Here's how to enter:

Step 1: "Like" The Sorority Secrets on Facebook (click here to "like")

Step 2: "Like" Victoria's Secret on Facebook (click here to "like")

Step 3: Share The Sorority Secrets' Victoria's Secret Giveaway post on your personal Facebook.

Step 4: Leave a comment below and tell us how your favorite fragrance makes you feel... happy, pretty, confident- you tell us!  Make sure to leave your email address so we can contact you if you win!

Good luck, and thank you to the wonderful team at Victoria's Secret!

*Contest ends 5/29/13.  Winner will be notified via email*

Summer Home Style

Threshold Pintuck Toss Pillow. Ombre Glass Lamp Base - Gully Gold. Seaside Oasis Collection. Stoneware Canister with Lid.

Summer serves up hot afternoons, sand between your toes, and ice cold lemonade. We are so ready to recreate the summer style in our homes that we got so excited when we recently picked up Target's catalog that debuted collections from their home decor line, Threshold. The catalog featured their spring collection and a taste of their summer collection. This summer, it's all about adding character to your home and everything in the line is inspirational and affordable! We are all about spending on a budget and this collection does just that. Mixing classic pieces with a modern twist or implementing the modern beach-inspired accents seems like the right themes for Summer 2013. Take a classic pillow and add an ombre style and you have the Ombre Glass Lamp Base - Gully Gold. Take a simple coral figure and you have the cutest beach-inspired side table accent. The Threshold Collection doesn't hold back, and neither should your place this summer. Welcome summer into your home by exploring the collection with us!

It Girl Interns Trend Report: Mascara

Clockwise from top: Benefit, Smashboxx, Julep, Dior, Victoria's Secret, Maybelline. 

In our daily makeup routines, applying mascara is like the cherry on the cake.  Any makeup look isn't quite complete without it, and adding a few coats can make a huge difference.  But with all of the mascara selections out there, it's hard to know which ones are the best!  We turned to our It Girls, to see which mascaras they love the most.  Ranging from drug store brands to designer, there's a little something for everyone!

An affordable classic is Victoria's pick, Maybelline Great Lash.  Don't underestimate the price, as this little pink tube has long been praised by beauty experts as one of the very best.  We're also big fans of makeup products by Victoria's Secret, including Rachel's pick.  Alyx's selection, by Dior, is her absolute favorite.  "The brush is perfectly shaped so that you don't need an eyelash curler," Alyx says.  

Serena has 3 mascara favorites that she likes to use; including Benefit, Smashboxx, and Julep.  Plus, she shared her tips with us, on how to get the most out of your mascara!  "Always start with clean lashes and layer the coats on," she says, which is an important first step.  Next, "begin at the base of your lashes and gently wiggle back and forth as you move the wand up your lashes.  Repeat if desired!"  Another tip we love, is to "use a lengthening mascara on the very tips of your eyelashes to make sure your whole lash is coated-- this really adds length to your lashes, because the lacquer can extend over the tips of your lashes a bit," Serena adds.

What is your favorite mascara brand?  We would love to hear about the mascara you love to use! 

Sweet Greek Treat

Greek Gods Traditional Greek Yogurt, Honey, 24 oz

Ok, so if you don't know already, we each have a serious sweet tooth! Justifying eating a dozen cookies in one sitting really is not the healthiest choice, so we were so glad we discovered a better alternative from one of our readers, Ashley. Ashley discovered a delicious yogurt that we can't wait to try called Greek Gods Traditional Greek Yogurt. So, what is so special about this yogurt you're probably thinking? "You can't stop eating it!" Ashley explained. This yogurt comes in so many flavors but Ashley is obsessed with the honey flavored yogurt. This yogurt flavor can be eaten a million ways than one. It's good with apples, strawberries, or peanut butter. Ashley even suggested freezing it and eating it like ice cream {yum!}. Best of all, this yogurt flavor is 250 calories--the perfect snack! Try the Greek Gods Traditional Greek Yogurt and let us know what you think!

I Always Get Consent!

Special Thanks to Gabby, Jaclyn, Jenna, and Kappa Alpha Theta Arizona State.

One in every six.  One in every six women will be sexually assaulted or raped in her lifetime.  Sadly, this statistic became a reality when one ASU student, Jenna, was sexually assaulted after a party on campus during her freshman year in 2010.  Terrifying?  Absolutely.  But Jenna did not let this horrific experience tear her down.  Instead, this nightmare turned Jenna, and her loving sorority sisters, into advocates for social justice.  With the support of sorority sisters Gabby and Jaclyn (among other friends), change was about to take place.  I Always Get Consent was born.

"I was oblivious to the statistics- I thought that rapes were very rare and only occurred if you were walking alone in a dark alley," Jenna states on the I Always Get Consent site.  "The sad truth is that rapes happen every day, and college campuses are especially dangerous.  I was frustrated that I was never educated on the dangers of sexual assault, so my friends and I created this event; We were eager to get this conversation started.  It is so important to learn the facts, and vow to always get consent," Jenna adds.

With the support of the Arizona State University Panhellenic Council (plus additional off-campus, university, and student organizations), the friends host a week-long event held on campus.  Friends, acquaintances, and campus clubs alike, unite to educate their school on sexual assault.  ASU Heath and Wellness Counseling and Consultation also sets up tables on the student lawn to inform students of the pressing issue.  A main event is also held, including a panel discussion for students. Among the knowledge being taught?  Educating the students on what consent really means, and encouraging them to make a pledge to always get consent.  Men and women alike learn about the issue, and ways to avoid and deal with sexually compromising situations.  Everyone and anyone can be a victim of sexual assault.  It's important to support these victims, and encourage them to come forward.

The "I ALWAYS Get Consent!" movement is now in it's third year, thanks to these inspiring sorority sisters. "It has been expanding rapidly, with multiple colleges across the country asking to bring this movement to their own campuses," Gabby states.  TSS is proud to support the I Always Get Consent team- along with their dedication and strong sense of sisterhood.  Now, what about that frightening one in six statistic?  "While this is a scary statistic, it has motivated us to work to decrease these numbers," adds Gabby.  One thing is certain-- we ALWAYS get consent!

For more information, please visit I Always Get Consent.

We love Bloglovin'!

Bloglovin'

We're obviously really big fans of blogs!  There are so many great blogs out there in the blogsphere that we can't possibly keep track of all of them and read every single post, right? ...wrong.  We've loved Bloglovin' since day one and here are 5 reasons why!

1. All-in-One

Bloglovin' is your one-stop shop to be updated on all of your favorite blogs! You won't have to manually look up all of your favorite blogs anymore.  Bloglovin' compiles all of your favorite blogs that you "follow" into one page so you can click through and read all posts!

2. Don't Miss a Post!

By using Bloglovin' to check out all of your favorite blogs, you will never miss a post!  All of your unread posts are patiently waiting for you.

3. Time Saver

Some bloggers post every day and some post only a couple times a week.  By using Bloglovin', you won't have to waste your time visiting a blog if they haven't posted a new post! 

4. Your Interest

If you only have interest in a specific category of blogs, then Bloglovin' will give you a list of blogs you should follow!

5. You Won't Have to Memorize Web Domains!

If you love blogs as much as we do, you have a good amount of blogs you like to follow.  Remembering each one of those blogs is one thing, but remembering their web domains is another! With Bloglovin' you'll never have to memorize them again- just follow the blog on Bloglovin' and you're good to go!

These 5 reasons should be enough for you to start using Bloglovin' to read The Sorority Secrets and all of your other favorite blogs!  Make sure you follow us by clicking on the icon on the side bar!

What are some blogs you like to follow?

It Girl Interns Trend Report: Statement Pieces

Colored jeans. Amrita Singh bangle. Tory Burch wristlet.

Be bold. Stand out. Make a statement. This week's It Girl Trend Report features our It Girls showing off their favorite statement pieces. A statement piece is unique to you; it could be a pop of color with your jeans, a bright handbag, a spunky nail polish design, or a piece of eclectic jewelry. A statement piece stands on its own. One of the best ways to make a statement is through the use of color in your wardrobe. Our It Girl Victoria shared, "I love mixing a bold color with an essential yet classic counterpart. It keeps symmetry within the outfit and is more aesthetically appealing and fashionable!" Whichever way you decide to make a statement this spring and summer, rock it!

What is your favorite statement piece? Show us on Instagram by hash-tagging #thesororitysecrets and #statementpiece.