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The College Survival Guide
A Fridge
Regardless of whether you have a wonderful sized meal plan, your fridge may come in handy with leftovers or when you feel like stocking it with bottled drinks.
Computer
The convenience of a computer is essential when sending your kids off to college. Forget the hike to the computer lab across campus students need a computer in the comfort of their room. A printer comes in handy as well. Depending on whether your child plans to carry his laptop around campus, you might opt for a desk top since they're lighter on the pockets.
Snacks
You will surely survive with off of a meal plan but it doesn't hurt to stock up on snacks when you don't feel like leaving your dorm room. Bottled water, pop corn, cereal and Ramen noodles are all low budget snacks to stock up on. Just be weary of the freshman 15.
Things from home
Some college students suffer from homesickness the first year. It's best to surround yourself with things like photos of the family, pillows or even stuffed animals. Anything that reminds your child of home.
MP3 Player
With all the stress that comes from school and exams, sometimes it's nice to block out the chaos in your life and even your roommate with music. It's nearly impossible to find students walking to class who aren't jamming to tunes.
Budget
Students who enter college often come in at the ripening age of 18. A great time for credit cards. Parents beware, your child may end up ruining their credit at a young age
Alarm Clock
When you're in college you don't have the luxury of getting awaken by your parents. It's now your responsibility to get to class on time so alarm clocks are a must. But keep your roommate in mind. You shouldn't wake him up ever morning with a blow horn alarm.
Cleaning supplies
Now you don't necessarily need to bring in the rubber gloves, mop and gas mask but it doesn't hurt to bring along Clorox all purpose wipes for spills or dust. Vacuums and brooms come in handy too depending if you have a carpeted dorm.
Bedding
What most parents aren't aware of is that most college beds are twin sized but extra long and require special sheets. When shopping keep your eye open for sheets that clearly state 'extra long' or else your child may come up short.
Shower shoes
You really don't know what some people do in the shower these days. College showers are known to be creeping with germs so spare yourself the fungus and purchase flip flops for the shower. You'll thank us later!
Text by Alexis Garrett Stodghill; Photo Editor: Kiran Castelino
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Mariah Carey
Mimi wore a very Mimi-esque low-cut mini on the set of her recent video shoot. Did her stylist do the diva the diva a disservice? Weigh in.
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Just in time for Back to School shopping, Beyoncé and Tina Knowles -- the brains behind House of Deréon and Deréon -- are launching a brand new juniors line. Care to guess what it will be called? The name's Sasha Fierce, which is coincidentally the moniker of Beyonce's on-stage alter ego who can be found gyrating in arenas nationwide this summer. Tina Knowles told WWD that the collection is "edgier and trendier and reflects Sasha Fierce's daring and outgoing attitude."
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OVER THE EDGE: Cassie complemented her edgy half-shaven hairdo with this skintight cutout Mark Fast dress at the BET Awards. Too much? [Make Fetch Happen]BEY-E-T: Can anyone explain why Beyoncé was wearing a veil, a feathered sheer hoop skirt and a sparkly leotard during her BET Awards performance.? Inquiring minds want to know. [Hip Candy]
WHILE WE'RE AT IT: Did anyone notice the fringe on the bottom of Beyoncé's shoes at the awards? [Fashion Week Daily]
SUI-EET: Designer Anna Sui has made a million teenagers (and probably just as many adults) very happy with her new 'Gossip Girl'-inspired line for Target, due in stores this fall. [Fashionista 101]
UNDERWEAR AS OUTERWEAR: What do you think of using your bra as a visible component of your outfit? You know if Rihanna's doing it, everyone's going to start doing it. [FabSugar]
ANIMAL-FRIENDLY FASHION: Now here's a pair of vegan shoes that even the most devoted carnivores can enjoy. [StyleHive]
CASHING IN: While Michael Jackson's untimely death might have been a tragedy for many, there are opportunists out there who are making a lot of fast cash off MJ. Some things never change. [Stylelist]
A LIFE OF STYLE: Women's Wear Daily pays tribute to Jackson in the best way it can. [WWD]2009 BET Awards
Jay-Z, left, and Beyonce Knowles are seen at the 9th Annual BET Awards on Sunday, June 28, 2009, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Matt Sayles)
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REFILE - ADDING CAPTION INFORMATION....Singer Ne-Yo and actor Jamie Foxx hug after singing "I'll Be There", a song by Michael Jackson, during the BET Awards '09 in Los Angeles June 28, 2009. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni (UNITED STATES ENTERTAINMENT)
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REFILE - ADDING CAPTION INFORMATION....Singer Ne-Yo and actor Jamie Foxx hug after singing "I'll Be There", a song by Michael Jackson, during the BET Awards '09 in Los Angeles June 28, 2009. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni (UNITED STATES ENTERTAINMENT)
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REFILE - ADDING CAPTION INFORMATION....Singer Ne-Yo (L) and actor Jamie Foxx sing "Ill Be There", a song by Michael Jackson, during the BET Awards '09 in Los Angeles June 28, 2009. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni (UNITED STATES ENTERTAINMENT)
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REFILE - ADDING CAPTION INFORMATION.....Actor Jamie Foxx sings "I'll Be There", a song by Michael Jackson, during the BET Awards '09 in Los Angeles June 28, 2009. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni (UNITED STATES ENTERTAINMENT IMAGES OF THE DAY)
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REFILE - ADDING CAPTION INFORMATION....Ne-Yo performs "The Lady in My Life", a song by Michael Jackson, at the BET Awards '09 in Los Angeles June 28, 2009. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni (UNITED STATES ENTERTAINMENT)
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REFILE - ADDING CAPTION INFORMATION....Singer Ne-Yo and actor Jamie Foxx sing "I'll Be There", a song by Michael Jackson, during the BET Awards '09 in Los Angeles June 28, 2009. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni (UNITED STATES ENTERTAINMENT)
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REFILE - ADDING CAPTION INFORMATION....Ne-Yo performs "The Lady in My Life", a song by Michael Jackson, at the BET Awards '09 in Los Angeles June 28, 2009. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni (UNITED STATES ENTERTAINMENT)
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REFILE - ADDING CAPTION INFORMATION....Singer Ciara performs "Heal the World", a song by Michael Jackson, .at the BET Awards '09 in Los Angeles June 28, 2009 REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni (UNITED STATES ENTERTAINMENT)
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REFILE - ADDING CAPTION INFORMATION....Singer Ciara performs "Heal the World", a song by Michael Jackson, .at the BET Awards '09 in Los Angeles June 28, 2009. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni (UNITED STATES ENTERTAINMENT)
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It may not be a surprise but two more rapper/moguls have joined the now crowded market of celebrity scents--both Queen Latifah and Fifty Cent are cashing in on their fame by officially dropping fragrances this fall. The Queen has paired up with licensee Parlux, who we reported earlier inked deals with Rihanna, Kanye West and Shawn "Jay-Z" Carter, and portfolio includes scents from Paris Hilton and Jessica Simpson. Latifah is no stranger to the beauty world - she's served as a Cover Girl model for Procter & Gamble since 2001 and helped create Cover Girl's Queen Collection of makeup for women of color. Here is a shot of her looking regal in red in the upcoming ad, which is slated to appear in magazines this fall.
Queen Latifah ad
The Queen by Queen Latifah Parfum
The ruby-red bottle was inspired by "the color of sexiness and love," the Queen told WWD. It's a square shape "to represent the strength of a woman," while a raised heart represents beauty from within.
"I love fragrance and the idea of having one of my own, that was tailor-made for me and my own sensibilities, I thought it was a fantastic idea - ego aside. Initially a lot of the ingredients smelled nice, but they weren't how I wanted to be represented for my first fragrance - they were a little too mature or a little too sweet." She claims she smelled about 50 different scents before coming up with the final version she described as "warm and sexy."
The Queen by Queen Latifah collection will include eau de parfum spray in two sizes, 3.4 oz. for $59 and 1.7 oz. for $49. A body lotion will be available for $35 as well as a body butter for $40. It will be available at Macy's, Dillard's and Bon-Ton in August.
Curtis "Fifty Cent" Jackson
Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson's first fragrance, Power by Fifty Cent, doesn't hit Macy's stores until November. He unveiled the scent at a private event this week looking pretty powerful himself in a sharp, tailored gray suit in a move a' la Sean "Diddy" Combs. The cologne is "a representation of a larger portion of my lifestyle," Fifty explained to New York Magazine. The scent's notes is made up of lemon leaves, black pepper, and dark wood with coriander. So who is his target audience? "Everyone human," he has said. After achieving huge success with his Vitamin Water and making concerted efforts to step up his image lately, he stands a chance to succeed with this as well.
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Unfortunately, the 2009 BET Awards were slightly disorganized and a bit of a yawn. Fortunately, our stars walked the red carpet with aplomb. Of course, being only four days after the death of Michael Jackson, there were flourishes of fashion tributes to him, big and small. Leather of all sorts was de rigueur, as were gloves, hats and splashes of glitter. There were subtle nods, like the one white leather glove worn by Estelle or Ne-Yo's black fedora, to more elaborate homages like host Jamie Foxx opening the show in the complete 'Beat It' outfit. Everyone, from T-Pain to Carmelo Anthony, had on a Michael Jackson T-shirt, and Keri Hilson's performed in rolled skinny jeans, white socks and loafers, a black leather jacket and a glittery white shirt, while Ciara gave Michael a wink in a black-and-gold military jacket festooned in rhinestones similar to the ones that the singer loved so much.
Estelle wore one white glove (vintage); dress by Acne, bag & shoes by Jimmy Choo.
Neyo, who earlier in the night wore a MJ-esque fedora, performed in a white leather jacket and red leather gloves.
Singer Keri Hilson performed in rolled-up jeans, black spats and glittery white socks, just like Mike.
Diddy kept it classic and somewhat somber in a black suit, chunky jewelry and a snazzy textured tie (could have sworn he had on white socks as well, but maybe that was just our imagination).
Taraji P. Henson was elegant and fashionable in a one-shoulder, backless asymmetric black sheath.
Host Jamie Foxx opened the show (and moonwalked) in 'Beat It' gear from Michael Jackson's seminal video.
Beyonce's dress looked like a peacock gone bad (and was shoulder pad crazy), but her amazing body forgave all.
Alicia Keys, who won the humanitarian of the year award, wore a beautiful periwinkle and gold "ethnicly -inspired" frock that was about the same length as Beyonce's.
Singer Ciara went full out in her Michael tribute with a glittery military jacket. She even taped up her pretty fingers.
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"It" boy of the moment Drake performs with his Young Money mentor Lil' Wayne. Drake's cardigan could be seen as a shout-out to Michael Jackson (BET is so hood).
2009 BET Awards
Jay-Z, left, and Beyonce Knowles are seen at the 9th Annual BET Awards on Sunday, June 28, 2009, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Matt Sayles)
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REFILE - ADDING CAPTION INFORMATION....Singer Ne-Yo and actor Jamie Foxx hug after singing "I'll Be There", a song by Michael Jackson, during the BET Awards '09 in Los Angeles June 28, 2009. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni (UNITED STATES ENTERTAINMENT)
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REFILE - ADDING CAPTION INFORMATION....Singer Ne-Yo and actor Jamie Foxx hug after singing "I'll Be There", a song by Michael Jackson, during the BET Awards '09 in Los Angeles June 28, 2009. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni (UNITED STATES ENTERTAINMENT)
Reuters
REFILE - ADDING CAPTION INFORMATION....Singer Ne-Yo (L) and actor Jamie Foxx sing "Ill Be There", a song by Michael Jackson, during the BET Awards '09 in Los Angeles June 28, 2009. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni (UNITED STATES ENTERTAINMENT)
Reuters
REFILE - ADDING CAPTION INFORMATION.....Actor Jamie Foxx sings "I'll Be There", a song by Michael Jackson, during the BET Awards '09 in Los Angeles June 28, 2009. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni (UNITED STATES ENTERTAINMENT IMAGES OF THE DAY)
Reuters
REFILE - ADDING CAPTION INFORMATION....Ne-Yo performs "The Lady in My Life", a song by Michael Jackson, at the BET Awards '09 in Los Angeles June 28, 2009. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni (UNITED STATES ENTERTAINMENT)
Reuters
REFILE - ADDING CAPTION INFORMATION....Singer Ne-Yo and actor Jamie Foxx sing "I'll Be There", a song by Michael Jackson, during the BET Awards '09 in Los Angeles June 28, 2009. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni (UNITED STATES ENTERTAINMENT)
Reuters
REFILE - ADDING CAPTION INFORMATION....Ne-Yo performs "The Lady in My Life", a song by Michael Jackson, at the BET Awards '09 in Los Angeles June 28, 2009. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni (UNITED STATES ENTERTAINMENT)
Reuters
REFILE - ADDING CAPTION INFORMATION....Singer Ciara performs "Heal the World", a song by Michael Jackson, .at the BET Awards '09 in Los Angeles June 28, 2009 REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni (UNITED STATES ENTERTAINMENT)
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REFILE - ADDING CAPTION INFORMATION....Singer Ciara performs "Heal the World", a song by Michael Jackson, .at the BET Awards '09 in Los Angeles June 28, 2009. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni (UNITED STATES ENTERTAINMENT)
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