Pressed Juicery 1-day Juice Cleanse Giveaway! *Ended*

That's right! We're giving away one 1-day Pressed Juicery juice cleanse to one lucky winner!

If you didn't get a chance to read our Founders' Detox Diaries on their cleanse yesterday, make sure you do! They also talked about the benefits of pre-holiday cleansing! (click here to read) 

There are three different juice cleanses and all three founders did three different kind so you can always refer back to their Detox Diaries to choose which cleanse you want to go with! 

We also have a promotional code for a 10% off discount for any Pressed Juicery cleanses for all TSS readers going on right now until November 27th! So make sure you use our promo code: TSS10 to get your 10% off!

Okay, okay- so you want to know how to win a juice cleanse?!  

Here's how to enter:

1. "Like" The Sorority Secrets' Facebook Page (Click Here)

2. "Like" Pressed Juicery's Facebook Page (Click Here)

3.  Instagram or Blog Comment Option:

Option 1-Instagram: Repost the image we just posted on Instagram for the Pressed Juicery giveaway and tag us!  Make sure to tag us into the picture and not just mention us (Click here to go to our Instagram page)

Option 2- Blog Comment: Tell us about a time you've done a juice cleanse before and your experience! If you haven't done a juice cleanse yet, why you'd like to win this giveaway and try out a juice cleanse!  Please leave your email address along with your submission so we can contact you if you are the winner.

The giveaway ends on November 27th!

Thank you and good luck!  Remember that if you don't win, you can always use the promo code until the 27th!

TSS Favorite Things {November}

[OPI] [Kate Spade] [Nike] [Trophy Cupcakes & Parties] [Sara Happ] [Hinge] [Rifle Paper Co.] [Tory Burch] [MAC]

Every year we look forward to 'Oprah's Favorite Things'! She always has a list of the greatest stuff. We decided to add a twist to 'Oprah's Favorite Things'  by coming up with a special list of 'The Sorority Secrets Favorite Things'! Even better, we will be featuring our favorite things every month so you can be in the loop on what we are obsessing over. Be sure to click through each of our favorite things and leave a comment below sharing with us your favorite things this month too!

Happy shopping!

Detox Diary with Pressed Juicery

Last week we announced our exciting new partnership with Pressed Juicery and over the weekend us three founders did 3 different one-day cleanses from Pressed Juicery to give you every detail on every cleanse available!  In addition, with the holiday season right around the corner, we thought we would share the benefits of pre-holiday cleansing and why you should cleanse before the holidays!  We also have a little present for you at the end of today's post so make sure to check it out!

Pressed Juicery cleanses comes with 6 different flavored juices per day and you can also add chlorophyll and aloe vera water to your day to help with digestion and to raise alkaline levels. With holidays right around the corner you need a lot of energy and stamina to get through all of the holiday parties, errands, and of course shopping! Another perk about juicing is that it helps give you a radiant complexion as well as healthy hair and nails so you can have that holiday glow at every holiday party you attend to this year!

Pressed Juicery offers 3 different types of cleanses: Cleanse #1 is more for first-time juicers or athletes with higher caloric needs, Cleanse #2 is the most popular cleanse that are for those who want to maintain a healthy lifestyle, and Cleanse #3 is for experienced cleansers that love green juices!  Check out our Detox Diaries below to see our experience on our one-day juice cleanses!

"To be completely honest, I was so shocked at how good everything tasted! My absolute favorite flavor was the Greens 3 juice with kale, spinach, romaine, parsley, cucumber, celery, apple, lemon, and ginger- I think the ginger is what I really loved about this juice.  I thought I would be starving the entire day, but I was completely satisfied the entire day!  One thing I would recommend is sipping your juice and take your time drinking it rather than guzzling it- it helps you get full faster!  I felt so great the next day and I'm so excited to do the cleanse again! Perhaps after the holidays :)" - Sakura

"I thought the juices were delicious!  I love the taste of fresh green juices (I love them so much that I crave them!) so I really enjoyed the cleanse.  The Citrus 2 (Apple, lemon, pineapple, and mint) was my absolute favorite... So refreshing!  Getting through day one of the cleanse is partially a mental thing; it's a different concept to "drink" your meals.  But rest assured that you're getting all of the proper nutrients for the day; actually, you're getting even more good stuff than you usually can eat in a day!  The following day after I did my cleanse, I felt AMAZING.  I felt refreshed, happy, and light.  I highly recommend doing a cleanse!  I had been eating less than healthy prior to doing mine, and it definitely is a great 'jump start' to get back on the healthy eating track.  Can't wait to do my next cleanse- I want to do 3 days next time!"- Ali

 "I was expecting to be starving during the cleanse but it was the opposite: I felt really good throughout the day. One of my favorite cleanses was the vanilla almond bottle. It had a lot of my favorite ingredients: almonds, dates, vanilla bean, sea salt, and filtered H20. I woke up feeling pretty refreshed and an urge to continue eating clean!

If you're going to do the cleanse, be sure to keep your schedule open in such a way that you can freely use the restroom; the cleanse is meant to cleanse your body and release the contents in your stomach. Also, avoid doing a cleanse while you're on your menstrual cycle; you want to be comfortable during the process!" - Karen 

Now, the big surprise! We have a special promo code for all of our loyal TSS readers to receive 10% off of any 1, 3, or 5 day juice cleanse from Pressed Juicery!  Make sure to use promo code: TSS10 at www.pressedjuicery.com before the 27th and get your pre-holiday juice cleanse!

We may have another surprise this week for one special reader so check back on TSS to find out all of the details!

We want to thank the Pressed Juicery and their lovely team again for everything!

Black Friday Tips

Thanksgiving is in 10 days which means Black Friday is right around the corner!  To become a professional Black Friday Shopper, you must have a game plan and know all of the tips and tricks!  This special day only comes once a year and there's no way you can hit up the department stores without a game plan so we got you all of the tips and tricks you need to know!

1. Sign Up for E-mail Alerts from your Favorite Stores
Stores typically send out promotional alerts and deals out to their loyal customers!  There's a huge chance that they will also send out a special coupon on Black Friday so make sure you are signed up for your favorite stores to take advantage of their coupons and deals.

2. Check for Pre-Black Friday Sales Online
There's a lot of stores that will do Pre-Black Friday Sales online so make sure to start checking online around the day before Thanksgiving to see if there are any special deals going on. This is where tip #1 comes in handy so you can get discount alerts right in your inbox!

3. Check Out Black Friday Store Hours Before
Black Friday store hours vary year to year from store to store.  Make sure you know exactly when your favorite stores open so you can plan out your day and be the first in the store!

4. Get an Early Start
Make sure to set up 3 alarms to get you up bright and early for the big day!  Make sure to do tip #3 and check out the store hours so you know exactly what time you have to be up! Make sure to calculate the time for you to stop and grab coffee on the way to the mall!

5. Take Advantage of Black Friday Sites & Apps
There are a ton of websites and mobile apps that will make Black Friday a million times easier for you!  Take advantage and check out the sites and download the apps before the big day.  These sites and apps will allow you to check out the Black Friday deals for each stores and even each items so you know exactly how much each items are going to be on Black Friday!  (BlackFriday.com)

6. Create a Wish List and Shopping List
Make sure to know exactly what you want and what you're getting on Black Friday so you don't waste any time.  As you know, things on Black Friday go out very fast so make sure to know exactly what you want and also so you don't forget!

7. Bring Cash
There are a billion transactions going on nation wide on Black Friday and there are a lot of credit card machine malfunctions on Black Friday.  Make sure to bring cash so you don't have to miss out on anything!


Happy Shopping!

DIY Holiday Cards

Whether you’re in college, have a family, or you’re going off on vacation/staying home for the holidays, sending a holiday card is a fun, creative, and inexpensive way to get in touch with people during the jolly season and fill them in on your year.

Every year since middle school, I’ve taken on the challenge of writing and sending my family’s Christmas letter (what can I say, I love to write!) Coming from such a small town, it is tradition in the community for each family to write letters about their year and to send them off to all the other friends and families. For this reason, I’ve seen a full spectrum of the possibilities for Christmas/holiday cards, and they’re just as much fun to create as they are to give out! There are also many options out there for card giving, just make sure you’re starting early enough to get them out before the holidays!

The Letter:

This is what my family does every year, sometimes with a card, and on busier years just the letter. If there are a lot of individuals behind the sending of the card, it’s a fantastic way to make every person seem just as important. It gives the receiver an idea of what each person has been up to. A really fun way to do the letter is to make a cute header and play with fonts and colors. I generally create a letterhead on publisher or Photoshop, and place it into the document. With some sophisticated ivory cardstock, print your letters off for a look that makes it seem you’ve had the letter custom designed!

The Card:

This is one of the best ways for someone living on their own, or in college, to send off Christmas/holiday cards to their friends away at other schools, or to friends they see on a regular basis. Plus, it’s a really unexpected touch. This year, I’ll be doing this in addition to my family’s Christmas letter, so everyone back home can know what I’m up to, but my friends can have something a little more, well, me! As I’m sure I’ve said before, cute stationary is one of my weaknesses, and I’ve found some adorable  holiday designs at places like TJ Maxx, Target, and The Paper Source; the hardest part is deciding which I like best!

The Photo Greeting:

I mentioned earlier, that it’s still super easy to make something last minute to send out even if you’re not going to be home for the holidays. Although something detailed and prepared early on is really intimate to receive, a fun option that has become more popular is the printed out picture. Many families have started doing this on their busier years, and a lot of places have great templates for you to choose from. You can even choose the message you want to be on the card, so it gives the picture a more personal feel. You can get these done at so many places, some of my favorites are minted.com, shutterfly.com, and peartreegreetings.com. They have fantastic selections, I almost caved in and did that instead!

Overall, it’s the season to go out of your way; to be festive, happy, and care for others by reaching out and wishing them the best. Giving holiday cards is a traditional but timeless way to do this, and it’s one of my most favorite parts about the holidays. With that, Happy Holidays to you all, may your hearts be merry and light this season.

Jollily yours,

50 Brands Young Women Love the Most

Oh my... where do we even start with this one?  When we say, "brands", we actually and literally mean all brands- not just clothing brands.  We came across this article on Business Insider that we wanted to share with our readers on 50 brands young women love the most.  Goldman Sachs and Teen Vogue have joined forces to give you 50 brands us girls love!

Now you might be asking yourself, "well how the heck do you find that out?"- well, according to Business Insiders, Goldman polled over 1,200 of Teen Vogue's very own 'It Girls' on around 350 brands.  "Respondents scored brands based on awareness and favorability.  They also rated brands based on 'word of mouth' - an important facet in our social media world where peer opinion is more easily available", says Steven Perlberg.   Check out the article on Business Insider for more details and stats on each store!

1.  Forever 21 
2.  Victoria's Secret
3.  PINK Victoria's Secret
4.  Sephora
5.  H&M
6. Converse
7. Target
8. Urban Outfitters
9. MAC cosmetics
10. Bath & Body Works
11. Maybelline
12. eos
13. Neutrogena
14. Chanel
15. Louis Vuitton
16. Essie
17. OPI
18. Macy's
19. Nike
20. Marc Jacobs
21. CoverGirl
22. American Eagle Outfitters
23. Nordstrom
24. Burt's Bees
25. Coach
26. Michael Kors
27. UGG
28. Vans
29. Topshop
30. PacSun
31. Juicy Couture
32. Tiffany & Co.
33. Toms Shoes
34. Vera Wang
35. Free People
36. Dove
37. Urban Decay
38. Sally Hansen
39. Burberry
40. Kate Spade
41. Clinique
42. Sperry
43. Ralph Lauren
44. Ulta
45. Keds
46. Gucci
47. Jimmy Choo
48. Prada
49. Guess 
50. Dolce & Gabbana

Bright Pink Power Hour Fashion Event

  
We are so excited to be exclusively invited to the Bright Pink Power Hour Fashion Event going on in Washington next week! However, you all can have a chance to go as well! Westfield Southcenter and Girl Power Hour invite you and your girlfriends to a fabulous night of fashion and fun! 

On Thursday, October 10th from 6–9pm in Tukwila, WA they will be transforming Macy's Court into the ultimate girl’s night out with drinks, sweet treats, a live DJ, beauty bars and more!
We've set up an exclusive promo code that our readers can use to save $10. Simply
purchase your ticket today in support of Bright Pink at https://pinkpowerhouratwestfieldsouthcenter.eventbrite.com/ and use promo code SECRETS to get $10 off the ticket/s. Tickets are $30 in advance or $40 at the door. You must be 21 years old or over. 100% of ticket sales benefit Bright Pink- the only national nonprofit focused on the prevention and early detection of breast and ovarian cancer in young women, while providing support for high-risk individuals.

Ticket price includes:

• drink ticket
• quick bites
• sweet treats
• beauty bars from Nordstrom, Macy’s, Gene Juarez, LUSH and Aveda
• fall fashion show at 7pm
• photo booth
• must-have swag bag, includes $20 Guess shopping card
• The Bright Pink Book of 30 exclusive retailer offers
• Westfield Style Magazine
• and more

Raffle tickets will be available for purchase with all proceeds benefiting Bright Pink. Raffle prizes include a spa day for you and a friend at Gene Juarez Salon & Spa ($500 value), Michael Kors Hamilton Tote, and a $500 Westfield Southcenter Shopping Spree!
Take advantage of this secret steal! We will be attending this event so we hope to see you there too!

8 Best Apps To Make Life Easier

The Check App proactively stays on top of your bills and monitors your bank accounts and credit cards, all in one place. When bills are due or funds are low, this app will let you know. One of our favorite things about this app is that you can get reminders of when bills are due and either pay them on the spot, or schedule a payment later. Best of all, this app is free!Evernote is a free app that helps you save notes across all of the devices you use. This app helps you stay organized, save your ideas and improve productivity. Evernote lets you take notes, capture photos, create to-do lists, record voice reminders--and makes these notes completely searchable, whether you are at home, at work, or on the go. Some of the key features include the ability to sync all of your notes across all your computers and devices, search for text inside images, share notes with friends and colleagues via social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter, and organize notes by notebooks and tags to name a few.

Food on the Table is a meal planning and grocery list app. With thousands of recipes and over 16,000 grocery stores connected to this app, you know what your next meal is and what ingredients are needed at the store to make it. There are endless ways you can take advantage of this useful app such as making a weekly menu for long days at school or work with the meal planner, to shopping smarter using their grocery shopping list template, and creating budget friendly meals for our college conscience friends. Get in shape with a healthy grocery list while staying within budget by using this app!

When you can turn your phone into a basic tool, how can you complain? We absolutely love the Flashlight app because it comes in handy during those dark moments where we need some light and a real flashlight is not in arm's reach. The best thing about this specific flashlight app is that it comes with a compass! 

 Who wants to wait till they get to a computer before they can check the status of their bank account {not us!}? Whether with Chase or another bank, most banks allow you to do your banking from your mobile device where you can manage your account, make deposits, find ATMs and much more. Our favorite feature on the Chase Mobile Banking app is the ability to cash a check right at the palm of your hand. Simply take a picture of the front and back of your check and MAGIC, your money is deposited into your bank account and you didn't need to step into the bank. Of course, this app is free too!  

Lose It! is an awesome app because it helps you set a daily calorie budget. In determining this budget you can track your food and exercise, and stay motivated to make smarter choices and achieve your weight loss/fitness goal.  It is pretty simple to use which makes staying on track easier especially for those of you busy at school or at work.

 Need a quiet place to study and use the internet? Throw your WiFi cards away! With the WiFi Finder app, you can locate the nearest FREE WiFi spots. Not only does it tell you where it is, but it also shows you through providing a detailed address and GPS location on the map. Lifesaver!
Organize your travel plans in one place with TripIt from Concur. Just forward your travel confirmation email to plans@tripit.com and TripIt automatically creates a detailed daily itinerary for your trip. If you have multiple trips, don't fret because the app magically details any and all trips you are taking. This is the best app for any of you jetsetters out there!


Check. Evernote. Food on the Table. Flashlight. Chase Mobile Banking. Lose it!. WiFi Finder. TripIt.

There you have it, the 8 best apps to make your life easier. Do you have an app that you cannot live without? Please share it with us by leaving a comment below!

TSS Summer Playlist

Summer is the perfect season to have your sunroof open or your convertible top down to cruise the streets enjoying your favorite summer tunes. Karen is obsessed with Ariana Grande's song featuring Mac Miller called "The Way" (she literally sounds just like Mariah Carey!). Ali just can't get enough of Kaskade's song "Atmosphere"-it gets her pumped the entire day. We asked you what was on your summer playlist so we compiled some awesome summer tunes from your suggestions that you can download in the iTunes store!

1. @itsdianacarol: Showstopper by Brandon & Leah
2. @ohitsvan: Slow Down by Selena Gomez
3. @victoria_ashley: The Love Club by Lorde
4. @mdflood: Holy Grail by Jay Z ft. Justin Timberlake
5. @noelwormwood: Miss Jackson ft Lolo by Panic! at the Disco
6. @aves444: Tequila remix by J Rabbit (not in iTunes)
7. @shelbyrevis: Best Song Ever by One Direction
8. @summ_a: We Can't Stop by Miley Cyrus
9. @vegranillo: Aw Naw by Chris Young
10. @gloglostef: Treasure by Bruno Mars
11. @itsnotshania: Blurred Lines by Robin Thicke ft. T.I. & Pharrell
12. @mytieslc: And We Danced by Macklemore ft. Ziggy Stardust

Are we missing some great music on our list? Share with us your favorite summer tunes (new or old!) by leaving a comment or sharing with us on Instagram: @thesororitysecrets.

Happy singing!

They Have Student Discounts?!

We love a good deal!  Simply by being a student, there lots of "secret" deals available from some of our favorite stores.  With a valid student ID, there are so many great discounts that you can take advantage of!  We picked some of our favorite deals above from retail stores.  While out shopping, present your student ID at the register and see if the store offers a student discount.  Hey, it doesn't hurt to ask!  Be sure to always keep your valid student ID card handy, and put it to good use.

Know of any other fabulous student discounts?  Share your secret with us below!

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!

Mother's Day Must-Haves

Michael Kors Large Selma Top-Zip Satchel.See's Candies-Happy Mother's Day Box.Pro Flowers-Bright Blooms. Papyrus-Mother's Day Paper-Scupltured Heart. Marc Jacobs-Daisy. Kendra Scott Jewelry-Harlow Frontal Necklace.

You're guaranteed to make your mother smile with these sweet picks we have chosen for this Mother's Day! While no gift can possibly express how much love you have for your Mom, these gifts are close enough, right?! You can never go wrong with a bouquet of flowers and chocolate. Let your Mom know how much you appreciate her through the gift of words in a pretty Papyrus card. Perfume, jewelry, and cute fashion accessories like a purse/handbag are the perfect gifts to spoil your Mom with. Whatever you choose, make sure it is given with LOTS of love.

Happy Mother's Day!

Something About Sally

 Sally Hansen Salon Effects

Ok, so this may be old news, but we are really obsessing over Sally Hansen products lately! We have always seen super cute designs on other girls' nails wondering how they got it on, and low and behold, Sally Hansen was behind it. Sally Hansen Salon Effects nail polish strips REALLY last and they have so many designs for you to choose from we can't handle it! They're simple to put on and simple to take off, which makes it really fun to add some personality to your nails for an event or a fun night out in a matter of minutes. Every kit comes with multiple sizes so you're guaranteed to find one that aligns great with your nails.

Are you into the Sally Hansen Salon Effects nail polish strips too? We want to see all of the different cool ways you wear it so hash tag #thesororitysecrets and #saloneffects on Twitter or Instagram for a chance to have it featured!

Founder's Secret: $5 Face Wash

Face wash: Basis

The secret to flawless skin starts on the surface with your skin! Removing every bit of makeup from your face is so important before you go to bed so your pores don't get clogged. It's no secret we are obsessed with keeping our skin perfect and we all have our go-to products that we use to keep our skin looking great. Karen discovered a face wash through her friend called Basis that not only removes every bit of makeup from your face (including mascara!), but also leaves your skin feeling silky smooth at a very reasonable price.

You can get Basis face wash pretty much anywhere nowadays and you can find the product for as little as $5. Places that sell this glorious face wash include: ULTA, Walmart, Target, and now even some grocery stores. To use the product, simply apply a small (quarter size) amount into your palm or on a face towel and then lather it into your face, scrubbing mildly. Make sure to lather and scrub around every part of your face where there is makeup, including your eyes. Once you're done applying the face wash, rinse off your face with warm water and dry with a face towel. Feel your face, and you will find that your makeup is completely off and your skin feels great!

Have a favorite face wash that you swear by? Leave a comment below sharing your face wash choice; we would love to hear!

Kendra Scott Giveaway Winner!

Prize: Kendra Scott- Harlow Necklace

We wanted to introduce our Kendra Scott Harlow necklace winner, Amanda! When we read her submission, we were absolutely in awe that she wanted to donate the necklace to The Grace Centers of Hope auction luncheon.  

Such a sweet girl with a kind heart- this is why we love our readers!  A special thank you to Amanda and everyone that entered in the giveaway!

Be sure to check out all of Kendra Scott's other amazing pieces at www.kendrascott.com

Designed with Purpose- Hearts.com

Handbags: Messenger Bag, Black & White Clutch, Purple Clutch.

We clearly love fashion, and we also love giving back.  So when Hearts approached us with their products, we flipped.  Fashion with a purpose?  Now, that's something we can really get excited about!  Not to mention, their products are right on trend, and totally fabulous.  To explain a little more about Hearts, here's a bit about them:

"Hearts is an ethical fashion brand that designs exclusive handbags, jewelry and fashion accessories for both men and women. Hearts upholds the ideals of "people and the planet first" in order to provide consumers with alternatives to the traditional fashion supply chain. The company supports quality of life for more than 2,000 artisans around the globe, ensuring that each person involved in the production cycle receives fair wages and safe working conditions. Every Hearts item is crafted to minimize environmental impact by using low-impact processes and eco-friendly materials wherever possible."

We are thrilled to be a supporter of Hearts, and are in love with these handbags!  Want to get your hands on your own Hearts items?  Well, they were so kind as to extend a 30% off promo code to our readers!  Just use the code TSS30 at checkout, now through 5/31.

Casetagram Giveaway Winners!

We fell in love with Casetagram about a year ago, and we were so excited to partner up with them for a giveaway last month. We asked our readers how they would design their Casetagram if they won, and all of the entries shared were great. We could only choose three, and these are our lucky winners from the giveaway: Alexa, Chelsea, and Julia!  We loved their creativity on how they would design their very own Casetagram and now, they can make it happen!

Thank you to the amazing team at Casetagram for collaborating with us. If this is the first time you've heard about Casetagram- well, you better get in on this secret!

Victoria's Secret The Fab Life Giveaway Winner

We were so excited to partner up with Victoria's Secret to do The Fab Life Giveaway Contest on our site. One lucky winner was set to receive the entire fragrance set of their newest scent, Fabulous. Belma, a college student studying Entrepreneurship at Babson College, truly showed us how she lives the "fab life" when she submitted her photo of her having fun at a local kindergarten. Belma and her sisters read to the kids, made dessert cups, and of course, did some face painting.

We enjoyed seeing how all of our readers live the fab life so thank you to all those who entered! Be sure to check out the new fragrance, Fabulous, the next time you shop at Victoria's Secret!

Blue Crush

{On Ali} Top: Aryn K (similar here).  Jeans: J Brand.  Heels: Jessica Simpson.  Purse: Hearts.  Jewelry: Forever 21.  {On Sakura} Jumpsuit: H&M (similar here) {On Karen} Blazer: Sears (similar here). Pants: Forever 21. Heels: Shoedazzle (old, similar here). Purse: Charming Charlie (old, similar here). Jewelry: Forever 21.

We've got the blues... for cobalt, that is.  Sometimes the simple primary colors really do the trick, and add some added punch to your wardrobe.  Paired with black or white, a vibrant blue hue stands out.  Here we show that blue can look great worn as a top or on the bottom-- add some accessories, and you've got one chic ensemble!  We're big advocates of adding color into your closet.  Cool tones such as blue are also a big hit for spring.  Blue, we've got a crush on you.

Looking for the perfect accessory to add to your colorful outfit?  We fell in love with Ali's purse from Hearts (um, how cute is that geometric pattern?!) and you can get it too with our secret steal.  Hearts was so kind to extend a 30% discount to our readers, using code TSS30 at checkout.  Another reason to fall in love with Hearts?  They are cruelty free, and promote sustainable fashion.  We're all for it!

{Hearts.com promo code valid until 5/31/13}

Coo Coo for Coconut Oil!

Coconut Oil: Trader Joe's

We have been getting tons of submissions about coconut oil lately and it seems like everyone is going coo coo for coconut oil!  Everyone loves coconut oil because not only does it have different purposes, but it's really good for your health as well.  Coconut oil is a significant source of Vitamin E!

Sure, there are hundreds of different uses of coconut oil, but we've broken down the list to the top 10 easy, conventional ways to use coconut oil, so you can give it a try!

1. Immunity

Eat one to two spoonfuls of coconut oil to boost your overall immunity function.  Coconut oil will help fight against any viruses and bacteria that may be inside your body.  Eating a spoonful will also help your colon with digestion.

2. Hair

If you're looking for a natural, organic product that will help strengthen, lengthen, and make your hair shinier- well, coconut oil will do it all for you.  Melt the coconut oil under natural heat (do not microwave), and apply it all throughout your hair to create a hair mask and leave it in for a couple of hours before you rinse it out.  If you have a shower cap, leave the hair mask on overnight to give it an extra boost.  

3. Nails

Put coconut oil all over your nails and cuticle to strengthen your nails.  Remember, oil can stain fabric so be careful before you touch any of your favorite closet pieces!

4. Body Lotion

Coconut oil will not only leave your skin feeling nice and smooth, but using coconut oil for body lotion has actually been proven to reduce cellulite and stretch marks! Which is why so many pregnant women uses Coco Butter, which contains coconut oil to prevent or reduce stretch marks.

5. Face Moisturizer

There are different reasons why you should use coconut oil as your face moisturizer and here's why:

   -Prevents and reduces wrinkles and sagging.

   -Evens out your skin tone.

   -Helps heal sunburn 

   -Leaves your skin feeling smooth and silky. 

6. Cooking

Replace unhealthy vegetable oil with coconut oil when cooking and baking.  You can also use coconut oil as a non-stick spray for your pots and pans- Trader Joe's actually carries a coconut oil non-stick spray can.  If you don't like the flavor of coconut, don't worry- the taste won't seep through into your dish.

7. Make Up Remover

Many people use oil to remove heavy duty waterproof mascara and eyeliner, but by using coconut oil, it does the same work while evening out your skin tone and reducing wrinkles and sagging around your eyes.

8. Deodorant

Weird, right? We know, but many people utilize coconut oil for deodorant by dabbing just a little bit for a natural, organic deodorant.

9. Tanning Oil

Instead of buying a $7 tanning oil spray that contains tons of different chemicals, spend the same amount of money on a jar of coconut oil with multiple uses and still be a bronze beauty!  The oil will absorb the sun and will give you a natural glow.  It also doesn't feel as sticky so it's wonderful!

10. Lip Moisturizer

Carry around a little container of coconut oil around with you to moisturize your lips and also give that natural shine.  The great thing about using coconut oil is that your lips do not become heavily reliant on coconut oil, unlike chapstick.  

Try these different ways to use coconut oil!

How do you use coconut oil?  We would love to know!