Did you love the headband Michelle Williams wore to the Golden Globes? If so, A Pair & a Spare shows you how to DIY your own jeweled headband – adorable!

The 7 Most Baffling Things About Women’s Clothes. Ah, these are so true, but is it weird that we like things the way they are (okay, with the exception of vanity sizing)? I guess we’ve learned to live with the craziness.

Disney fans, you will love this: A new makeup line inspired by Tinkerbell!

One more for the Disney fans: See your favorite princesses re-made… as hipsters. Kind of amazing.

How cute are these fashion-inspired cupcakes?

We just discovered the DIY Fashion Tumblr, and it’s a great source of crafty inspiration from around the web, all on one convenient page.

And while we’re talking DIY, we have to mention the ultimate DIY “project” for advanced DIY-ers only: The DIY Blazer.

Instagram Tips from Top Photographers. Most addicting app ever!

Vogue magazine shares their 16 favorite dry shampoos.

The Man Repeller shows you how to exploit plaid in your wardrobe. Excellent usage of the word “exploit.”

A-List Economics: The Real Costs of a Red Carpet Look is an interesting peek into the real lives of celebrity stylists and what it really takes to dress a celeb for an awards show…. and, more interestingly, what it all REALLY costs.

We’re kind of obsessed with Make It & Fake It’s DIY Reversible Neon Heels tutorial – it’s incredibly easy and such a cheap way to change up your shoe collection.

Famous Photographers Pose with Their Most Iconic Images. Love this.

We loved Abigail Ahern’s house tour, on The Selby. Makes for fantastic interior design inspiration.

5 Ways You Turn People Off (Without Realizing It), from Liminas Magazine. Eye contact is so key and it’s funny how many people forget that!

Refinery 29 shows you how to create a DIY Prada-Inspired Jewel Clutch. This would be SO cute for a night out.

Also from R29, How to De-Frump Your Oversized Sweaters. It won’t be long until you’re packing these up for summer, so enjoy wearing them while you can!

Hahah, S&*# Fashion Girls Say is SO. TRUE.

For music fans everywhere, 6 Classic Songs That Were Supposed to Be Jokes, from Cracked.

PA Middle School Bans UGG Boots. While we’re not big UGG fans, the whole thing seems a little ridiculous, no?

Very inspiring video, especially if you’re involved in athletics: Inspiration – How Bad Do You Want It? (Also, the comment about the dog is hilarious.)

We just discovered turntable.fm; super cool if you’re studying with friends or work in a casual office environment.

Gala Darling did a good how-to on riding your bike in style.

Hahah, oh my god, this is new levels of ridiculous: Look at these f%&^ing boots, from Vice.

Teen Vogue listed some cool futuristic beauty products you’ll be excited to try.

From the NY Times: An interview with Leesa Evans, the costume designer for “Bridesmaids”, on how she chose each character’s look.

Would you rock a backwards cardigan? I’ve tried this before and it’s surprisingly awesome. (It only works with certain cardigans, though.)

Macy’s just announced their latest designer collaboration, with designer Alberta Ferretti. Are you excited for the line?

Are you guys on Pinterest? If so, check out Fashionista’s list of fashion pinners to follow right now. We have an account (@collegefashion), but haven’t used it much yet. Clearly we need to start!

Gorgeous photos: Marilyn Monroe at Home in 1953.

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and whether you’re single or not, you’ll love this list of the best Valentine’s Day movies for single ladies. (Also great: The “what not to watch” list.)

It’s not often that fashion and politics collide, but current Italian economic reforms are beginning to affect the fashion industry. Will be interesting to see how this plays out…

The Beauty Department nailed it again (ha) with their latest manicure tutorial… Peter Pan Collar Nails.

Three words: Cookie Dough Eggrolls. Three more: Must. Make. These.

Woah! This negative woman optical illusion is creepy but amazing. (And a great way to kill 30 seconds.)

Spring is just around the corner, so brush up on the trends we saw last fall with Allure’s list of the 5 best makeup looks from Spring 2012 NYFW.

In case you haven’t been following couture week, Chanel held their show this past week, and while the clothes were amazing, the show’s setting was even moreso…. It was held on a plane. Yes, an AIRPLANE. Oh, Chanel, we love you.

The first commercial for Jason Wu’s Target line is out and we love everything about it! How cute is that kitten?

The Frisky debates the jeggings trend. Personally, I’m pro-jegging most of the time. What about you?

Love this: We all have our favorite quotes. So many good ones to remember.

Gossip Girl fans, you’ll love this: FabSugar breaks down all the best season 5 looks from all your favorite characters.

From Cracked, 5 Places Where Society Inexplicably Breaks Down. Just when you thought we all had it together… Sidenote: Not sure if this is comforting or frightening.

Also from Cracked: The 7 Stupidest Things That Make People Proud. Let’s face it; we’re all guilty of these.

Haha, Lucky magazine ranks fashion blogs with merit badges.

101 Lazy Girl Makeover Tips, from Real Beauty. Many of these were new to me – surprisingly creative.

Also from RealBeauty, the 50 best celebrity makeovers of all time. Wow! Rooney Mara is barely recognizable in that first picture.

InStyle shows you how to wear navy eyeliner like Emma Stone – how fabulous is her look?! Must. Try.

And on the opposite side of the beauty post spectrum, 7 Tips for Girls Who Hate Makeup, from CollegeCandy.

Hahahah oh my god this is great: My First Hardcore Song, by 8-year-old Juliet. Amazing!

File this one under “blogs to watch”: The Fresh Mani may be a new blog, but she’s already posted some great manicures that are garnering lots of attention. Love the ombre one!

My personal favorite blog find of the week: Fictional Food, a blog dedicated to making foods you’ve seen mentioned in your favorite books and movies – they’ve got Hunger Games, Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, etc. – so great.

Speaking of manicures, this nautical-themed tutorial is too cute to miss.

YouBeauty readers share their proven secrets for getting rid of acne. I heard the sugar thing was a myth, but I’ve tried the asprin mask, and it actually does work to calm inflammation.

9 Winter Hats That Won’t Make You Look Like a Dork, from Refinery29. Cute picks!

For our high school readers with prom coming up (yes, we know about you!), the floral gown trend might be a fun one to try!

So cool: The 50 Best Street Art Works of 2011.

Refinery 29 explains The History of Nail Art…. and it dates all the way back to 5000 BC. Crazy, right?

Oscar nominations were announced this week, and as always, there were definitely a few surprises… and snubs. Continuing with this theme, Buzzfeed lists the 27 Best Movies to Not Be Nominated for Best Picture.

It’s that time of year again: Your favorite sweater is starting to “pill” and you’re ready to throw it out. Fortunately, this simple fix will have it looking brand new again in no time! (Seriously, this is genius.)

The celebs are out at Sundance, and FabSugar lists the best celebrity looks of the festival to inspire your cold weather style.

From Glamour, the color you’re probably not wearing this winter… but should be!

Also from Glamour, pretty, preppy fashion inspiration can be found in the Jack Wills Spring 2012 Handbook.

Even more amazing inspiration: Madewell’s Spring 2012 lookbook. We want everything!

Pretty sure this is the prettiest cake of all time: Cherry-Vanilla Layer Cake, from Sprinkle Bakes.

A few weeks ago, we showed you how to make button stud earrings. Here’s another use for those old buttons you have sitting around: Button Statement Rings!

If you’re feeling the winter blues, Real Simple has 9 Easy Ways to Be Happier. Very cool!

Also from Real Simple, How to Break Bad Habits – perfect for starting the semester off right.

By now you’ve probably heard about the Paula Deen diabetes controversy, but have you seen the list of Paula’s 10 Deadliest Recipes? The mind boggles…

Hahah, this is wonderful: S&*t Oscar PR Girl Says. “I love that.”

A Pair & A Spare shares tips on how to use your weekly diary/planner to stay more organized in 2012!

The New York Times reviews the best mascaras with strangely shaped brushes. Did your fave make the list?

Is this fall’s new “it bag”? R29 discusses the Jil Sander Lunch Bag. Personally, I think it’s adorable and funny but probably not worth investing in…

The Coveteur shares a peek inside the studios of Massaro, the “fashion house responsible for creating the iconic black-and-beige shoe synonymous with CHANEL.” Super inspiring, especially if you love all things Chanel.

5 Ways to Create a Winter Spa Retreat at Home, from Beautylish. Love this idea!

Already Pretty shows you How to Splurge Responsibly. Every college girl should read this, seriously.

How to Sew Your Own Mittens, from A Beautiful Mess.

Although it’s super old, we just discovered this hairstyle tutorial that involves twisting your hair to make a cool faux “headband” – very cool.

One more oldie but goodie (how had we never seen this before?): The Best Chocolate Mousse of Your Life in Under 5 Minutes. Um, we’re in!

Okay, ONE more we hadn’t seen before: The Girl’s Guide to Curating a Super Cool Jewelry Collection, from Styleite.

Speaking of food, Emily from Cupcakes & Cashmere shows you how to make the prettiest Rice Krispies Treats ever.

Also from Cupcakes &Cashmere: An amazing floral arrangement tutorial.

Two words: Missoni Nails! We love you, Beauty Department. Yes, yes we do.

Make your own bird wall art collage! Would make awesome dorm decor on the cheap.

If that’s not your style, why not create a wall full of polaroids?

Aaand while we’re on the subject of wall decor, this Valentine’s Day DIY Tissue Paper Wall Heart is probably the cutest V-Day decoration OF ALL TIME.

Got a few minutes to kill? Test your reaction time with this fun flash game. (Bonus: Cute sheep graphics!)

From Cracked: The 5 Most Insane Original Uses of Famous Products. The Lysol one is nightmare-worthy, but bubble wrap as wallpaper? Genius!

Need to spice up your wardrobe? Refinery 29 has cute spring jewelry under $50 a pop.

Also from R29, 13 Tops to Help You Get Your Flirt On. Cute!

The 5 Products Every Woman Must Have in Her Makeup Bag, from Glamour. Agreed on all 5, especially #1.

Pockets feeling a little lighter after buying your books for this semester? Cosmo has 5 Websites That Will Help You Save Money.

CollegeCandy demystifies the art of the faux bob. I have to say, I’ve tried this myself and it’s totally doable, but seriously time-consuming. Don’t do this on a whim…

Another great hair tutorial: Carrie Bradshaw Waves! These look surprisingly simple.

If you’ve tried and failed to figure out your best makeup colors, fear not: Real Simple lists makeup shades that look good on EVERYONE. Yes, everyone!

DIY alert: A Pair & a Spare created a printed cut out dress from just a knee-length skirt. It’s definitely a sexy look but would be great for summer days at the beach.

One more cool DIY: Givenchy Horn Earrings – perfect for adding edge to any look.

How to Add Photo Albums to Your iPhone. I just figured out how to do this and it’s a game changer.

If you have a girly sense of style, you will absolutely LOVE this pretty pink apartment, via Miss Moss.

Related: Fresh Ideas to Make ANY Small Space Feel Larger, from Apartment Therapy.

And if you are a super organized freak like me, you will adore these photos of color-coded everything. Be still my heart!

Gal Meets Glam shares a few of her favorite Etsy shops. We’re always browsing Etsy, so this was perfect.

If you need some new tunes to listen to at the gym, Lauren Conrad shared her favorite workout mix this week.

Okay, until we were sent this link, we had no idea Nick Cannon even had a pop culture website. And we still don’t know why this particular post is on there, but whatever, it’s cool: Extreme Sidewalk Chalk – pretty impressive.

Start a new year of style off right with Style.com’s Spring 2012 Trend Reports. Hello, eye candy.

ZenHabits did a great post on clearing your life out for the new year. January is a fantastic time to do this type of stuff, especially since workloads are easiest at the beginning of the semester.

The Coveteur posted a peek inside Coco Chanel’s apartment. Pictures of that place never cease to inspire.

And while we’re on the subject, A Cup of Jo featured some amazing photos of Parisian apartments. The best part? You can actually stay in them!

Oooh, this rope wrapped chain bracelet tutorial is so edgy-cool and doesn’t look too difficult to try.

If you have a few minutes to kill, this interactive, light-sensitive website explores one little girl’s dreams – it reminds us of Coraline! So creative and unique.

We’ve linked this on CF before, but in case you missed it, this DIY ombre shirt tutorial is SUCH a fabulous idea and would be so perfect for spring wardrobes…

Princess Kate Middleton’s birthday was this past Monday, and to celebrate, The Frisky listed 30 reasons to love her.

These lovely updos would be perfect for your next party – and the video instruction definitely helps make them easier to achieve.

File this under WOAH: A girl transforms herself into Drake with some serious makeup skills. If you haven’t seen her other videos yet, you are missing out! This Adriana Lima one never ceases to blow my mind.

Speaking of videos, Refinery 29 did a great basic eyeshadow tutorial that will teach you how to use your favorite shadow quad the right way.

Also from R29: How to Look Gorgeous in Pictures – Facebook Edition.

If you’re an Archie Comics fan, you will love this Tumblr, dedicated to Betty and Veronica’s fashion choices.

FabSugar has 10 Pretty Winter Dresses to Wear Now – okay, they’re all pricey, but good inspiration to shop your closet for more budget-friendly looks!

Looking for a new place? Apartment Therapy lists their top 8 favorite apartment hunting websites. (And no, Craigslist is not one of them!)

Cupcake Mixology, from A Beautiful Mess – love this idea, especially for a party.

This would also be party-perfect: DIY Tassel Garland, from Delightfully Tacky.

Hahaha, this is great: Justin Bieber Looks Utterly Confused in V Magazine.

One more from Fashionista: Diary of an Anonymous Fashion Assistant. Entertaining read!

Who knew there were so many different types of vending machines? The lobster one makes me sad but the book one is a pretty awesome idea.

If you’re bored, ShowOffBook will generate something random for you to do! (It told me to go fly a kite during a torrential downpour here in Boston – clearly it has a sense of humor, too!)

Need some boots for the winter weather? The Gloss has cuter and more affordable Ugg alternatives under $100.

10 Fashion Trends Men Hate (And Why You Should Keep Wearing Them), from R29. Amen!

TeenVogue lists their top 10 best dressed celebs during the first week in January. Rooney Mara can do no wrong!

Why Girls Hate Each Other, from one of our faves, Ms. Jenna Marbles. Great message at the end.

If you’re redecorating your dorm or just want to add some more color to your room, look no further than these 10 rad affordable art prints – seriously cool.

Another slideshow, this time with super unique jewelry finds: The Coolest Crafty Jewelry on Etsy Right Now.

DIY Tie Dye Nails. We’ve seen tutorials like this before, but the results on this one are nothing short of psychedelic.

File this under “no words”: Are the Kardashians Starting Their Own Magazine?

You’re gonna want to run to the drugstore after reading this: 40 Drugstore Classics Every Woman Should Own, from Lucky Mag.

Fashion blogger Brooklyn Blonde lists her must-have beauty essentials. We agree with pretty much ALL of these.

Ever wonder what it would be like to live with a lion? These pictures are fantastic.

W Magazine lists Trends That Are Going Global, with insiders’ takes on which brands are selling, and to whom.

Super relevant and helpful: The Life After College Roadmap, from mint.com.

Beauty advertisements were very different before Photoshop was invented – Life.com’s gallery offers proof. How glam are those ads?

The Beauty Department shows you how to minimize frizz during the winter months.

If you’re a photography beginner, Running on Happiness has a wonderful tutorial on aperture and depth of field that will have you shooting like a pro in no time.

WhoWhatWear names their Best-Dressed Women of 2011. Did your fave make the list?

ELLE also named their best-dressed ladies. Do you agree with the list?

On a similar note, the Times lists the best women’s trends of 2011 – so many great ones (and a few that we’re OK with forgetting).

One more end-of-year list: The Top 10 Most Shocking Fashion Moments of 2011, from Elle Canada.

The Beauty Department shows you how to rock the straight brow – love that they encourage rocking your natural brow shape!

How cute is this boho nail art tutorial from Free People? Love it!

2012 may be here, but you should still check out this list of the Wackiest New Year’s Eve Ball Drops from around the world. How amazing is the dropping acorn in Raleigh?

And while the holidays may be over, these holiday hairstyles would still be fabulous on into spring!

Budget Travel lists the World’s Weirdest Hotels. I like the IDEA of the rotating hotel, but I’m not sure if it would be awesome or nausea-inducing in real life.

In need of some new lighting for your dorm? Why not try making ping pong ball lights?

Also dorm-related: How to Make Modern Wall Art with Paint Swatches, via A Beautiful Mess.

Haha, this is great: Find out how many “Kardashians” you’ve spent dating your boy or girlfriend. (According to the site, “A ‘Kardashian’ is a unit of measure representing 72 days of marriage.”)

We’re seriously drooling over CollegeCandy’s cake pop recipe – would be perfect to try while break lasts!

Cold weather giving you dry lips? ModCloth’s DIY lip exfoliator recipe will have them back in shape in no time.(Bonus: It looks so yummy!)

Elle Fanning’s Fashion Timeline, via Teen Vogue. The girl has serious style.

Although as college students, we’re probably still allowed to do it, Refinery 29′s guide to shopping at teen stores at any age is worth reading for the what-to-buy tips!

From the looks of it, Jason Wu’s Target collection may cause as much craziness as the Missoni collab did. Are you excited yet?

Want to round out your MAC collection? We just discovered Miss Glamorazzi’s list of the top 10 MAC shadows, and she has some fab picks.

Thought Catalog lists 20 New Year’s Resolutions for 20-Somethings. Agree or disagree?

10 Great Etsy Shops You Need to Know About, from Life Scoop. Etsy is the BEST! Always find the most amazing, unique items on there.

Haha, io9 on If Famous Writers Had Written Twilight…

FabSugar lists the movies they can’t wait to see in 2012. SO excited for Gatsby!

How Stars Can Step Up Their Style in 2012, from Stylelist. Would love to see Lilo in a classy Proenza number, but let’s be honest – that’s probably not going to happen anytime soon.

Would you wear your rings mid-finger? Refinery 29 explores this new trend.

Mr. Newton did a cool feature on street style for ABC news. His commentary on girls finding good light and suddenly seeing something interesting on a rooftop = priceless.

Refinery29 lists the best little black dresses of 2011 and the best albums of 2011.

Also from R29: The Top 10 Trends We Never Want to See Again.

Somewhat UK-centric but still fun: The Guardian quizzes you on the 2011 year in fashion. How well did you pay attention?

Who else is excited to get glammed up for NYE?! Refinery29 shows you how to create the perfect NYE updo… in under 1 minute! This is truly genius and so adorable.

Another great NYE hairstyle idea: Audrey Hepburn Bun How-to, from Ruche.

One more: The Prim + Proper Braided Bun, from The Beauty Department, looks time-consuming but so worth it.

And if you’re going to be taking pictures on NYE, you need to check out ModCloth’s New Year’s Photography Tips! The one about the business card is so smart!

FabSugar lists a few New Year’s Style Resolutions. Totally agree with the last one – can’t wait to rock light, white, ladylike fabrics this spring.

Also New Year’s-related: Easy Printable Hats! Cheese factor aside, everyone loves a good paper hat.

A Beautiful Mess shows you how to make and keep your New Year’s resolution this year.

What kind of shopper are you? According to Lucky Magazine, there are four main types.

Slightly NSFW due to language: How fast would you run for designer shoes on sale? Check out this wild mob of fashionistas in NYC going to great lengths for some Louboutins.

Did you receive tons of holiday gift cards this year? Stylelist shows you 51 ways to spend your gift cards – so many great picks!

DJ Earworm’s 2011 Mashup combines all the most popular songs of the year into one nostalgic tune.

This Chick’s Got Style did a great sale shopping tips and tricks list that will help you score high-end stuff for much, much less. Should be required reading!

Christmas may be over, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still have an Xmas TV marathon! The HuffPost lists the Top 10 Christmas TV Episodes of All Time. (Chrismukkah for the win!)

We loved Style Scrapbook’s DIY Ombre Denim Shirt – so pretty and so simple!

One more: How cute are these DIY teacup candles? Would make amazing presents for your girliest friends.

The gorgeous Karen of Where Did U Get That shared her makeup must-haves, and there are tons of great product recommendations.

Another great DIY idea: Alexander McQueen Gloves, via P.S. I Made This and WhoWhatWear.

Fashism lists 5 fabulous holiday nail polish tutorials – loving the sparkle tips!

CF reader Veronkia sent this in and it’s fabulous: From an MIT grad, 50 Things to Know When You’re In College. (Sidenote: MIT doesn’t have grades first semester of freshman year? Amazing!)

So funny: Another S&#t Girls Say Video, via The Gloss. Who hasn’t said most of these things? Sidenote: The Twitter feed is also pretty great.

2011 Trends That Should Never Die. Do you agree with their choices?

Oldie but goodie from Copyblogger: 8 Bad Habits that Crush Your Creativity & Stifle Your Success. It’s nice to remember that we’re all capable of creating wonderful things!

Have you heard about the haiku warning signs in NYC? Interesting way to get the message across.

10 Easy Shopping Resolutions for 2012, from Lucky. I swear, I’m going to start holiday shopping earlier next year too…

To help get you into the holiday spirit, FabSugar shows you 5 super chic ways to wear red and green.

Also holiday-related (and totally aww-worthy): British Boy’s Chimney Designed with Santa in Mind.

One more: Style Lessons from Holiday Movies, via Refinery 29.

Another one from Refinery 29: The 10 Most Talked-About Beauty Moments of 2011.

Princess Diana’s Dresses to Be Displayed at Kensington Palace in New Exhibit. Would you go check out her gowns?

Did you hear about all the Kardashian drama this week? (Okay, there’s pretty much K-dash drama every week..) They were accused of using sweatshop labor to manufacture their fashions, BUT now they’re saying it’s not true. Will be interesting to see how this unfolds.

So many uses for one of our fave dorm room breakfasts: 15 Problems You Can Solve with Oatmeal.

Also from Care2: The 5 Best Snacks for Mood.

Pointless and random but amazing: Pop Culture’s 20 Greatest Dancing GIFs.

Paperclip + String Earrings! What a cute idea; could be great to try over break.

This video made me tear up quite a bit, so fair warning before you watch: It Only Takes A Girl.

Do you guys like the new Facebook timeline? While you’re deciding how you feel about it, check out Buzzfeed’s compilation of 30 hilarious timeline banners featuring ’90s heartthrobs.

R29 shows you how to get glam hair with hot rollers. Such a great look for the holidays!

Speaking of great holiday looks, The Beauty Department did an adorable holiday lights nail polish tutorial – love it!

Jezebel shows you how to keep warm in your freezing cold house. Great tips, especially if you live in a less-than-well-insulated off-campus apartment!

Why Coffee & Tea are Amazing for You! I already feel better about my Venti Americano habit…

Flavorwire lists the top 25 most beautiful college libraries in the world. Did your school’s lib make the cut?

6 Non-Dorky Ways to Wear Turtlenecks, from Refinery29. I still mostly associate the turtleneck with geekdom, but they’re starting to win me over…

Still looking for a last-minute, inexpensive gift for a friend? Look no further than Paper Mag’s list of 50 gifts for $10 or less. Seriously genius.

Speaking of gifts, learn how to gift wrap in an eco-friendly way.

This outfit selector from Madewell is so much fun! I spent a good 10 minutes playing with it and trying new combos.

CF reader GiGi wrote this for The Beauty Department and we agree 100%: Beauty Resolutions for 2011.

Haha, this is mean/hilarious: Jimmy Kimmel is at it again – I Gave My Kids A Horrible Present.

Using Social Media to Find an Airline Seatmate. Hm, not sure if I like this or not. Would you link your FB profile to your ticket?

Glee’s Dianna Agron just launched her new website, You, Me and Charlie, and it’s a great boredom cure!

Are computer generated models the future of online shopping? This is SO weird, but does sort of make sense from a business standpoint.

Harry Potter fans, you will want to marry this guy. Amazing.

Lucky Magazine shows you how to wear your warm-weather wardrobe in winter.

Just in time for finals (or in time for you to laugh now that you’re done), 15 Phrases You’ll Hear During Finals, and What They Really Mean, from CollegeHumor.

Did the holiday season sneak up on you? Not to worry, R29 has 11 perfect last-minute party dresses.

Also from R29, DIY A Chic Hair Bow That Even Gaga Would Envy. Cute!

And speaking of hair, InStyle made a great list of the best at-home hair tricks to know. Great if you’re on a budget or just want a more natural way to get gorgeous locks.

One more hair post: 7 Hairstyles for When You’re Growing Out Your Bangs, from Cosmo.

We linked to this in our Elizabeth Taylor post earlier this week, but in case you missed it, Liz Taylor’s jewelry went up for auction… and the prices are astounding.

EHow Style lists the 25 most controversial trendsetters of all time – did your fave make the list?

This waterless snowglobe tutorial is absolutely adorable, and would make for great holiday gifts.

Teen Vogue lists their favorite glittery glam holiday beauty products. Perfect if you like to add a little sparkle to your look during the holidays!

Have you been following the pre-fall runway shows? If not, Refinery29 has a great roundup of the best collections.

This is a little old but totally helpful this time of year: 25 Ways to Wear a Scarf in 4.5 minutes.

Disney Princesses as Cover Models. The best part is reading all the headlines!

Also from Buzzfeed, the 45 Most Powerful Photos of 2011. This one requires some mental preparation, followed by thoughtful reflection. Seriously moving.

On a much, much lighter note, we love these confetti party nails. Such a pretty look for your next soiree!

Haha, CF reader Olivia sent this in and it’s brilliant: You Work in Fashion? Here, Let Me Grab You Your Crazy Pills. That Anna story never fails to make me laugh.

Joanna from A Cup of Jo kicked off her annual gift guide this week. First up? Innovative gift ideas for wonderful moms. The brownie/chocolate chip cookie hybrid and silk pillowcase are thoughtful and affordable.

Another great gift guide: Nostalgic Stocking Stuffers for ’90s Girls, from TresSugar. We’re seriously going to seek out Lisa Frank stickers now.

And ON A RELATED NOTE: Lisa Frank Apparel Can Now Be Yours, from Racked. My inner 8-year-old just shrieked.

Wow, how pretty are these DIY sequin holiday ornaments? Adding these to my must-make list!

Would you get married on a tightrope? Just wow.

Feed Your Skin: 7 Foods to Combat the Winter Dull, from FitSugar.

This is geared towards moms with young kids, but has some really great tips: 25 Clever Ideas to Make Life Easier.

90s Runway is the best Tumblr ever, dedicated solely to – you guessed it – runway photos from the 1990s!

10 Childhood Favorites That Should Be Turned Into Movies. I like this list but 100% disagree with SBTB: Wedding in Las Vegas is all the movie I need; let’s leave it there, okay?

Might have to rethink my midday snacks now: 5 Foods You Thought Were Healthy but Aren’t.

With the year coming to a close, Refinery29 highlights the 10 greatest style moments of 2011.

Also from R29, 30 holiday gifts under $50. Great ideas!

Fist pumping cost a high school football team the championship. Just another casualty of Jersey Shore’s influence.

From Cracked, 5 Insane Doctors from History Who Put House to Shame. You med school students will appreciate this one, no doubt.

Also from Cracked, 7 Movies That Put Insane Work Into Details You Didn’t Notice. Kubrick truly is the master of this – has anyone else ever googled “kubrick symbolism” and spent hours reading? Fascinating (and borderline crazy) stuff.

And also in the same vein of “crazy/mind-blowing”: 5 Facts About New Earth-Like Planet, Keplar 22-b.

If you’re thinking about a room makeover, CasaSugar has some cool alternative headboard ideas you can do on a budget.

20 Moments that Rocked the Fashion World in 2011, from Fashionista.

Also from Fashionista, Karl Lagerfeld previews his new line (and reveals he carries 20-30 iPads with him?).

We absolutely loved The Beauty Department’s holiday gift guide – so many fabulous product recommendations!

Speaking of holiday gifts, Design:Sponge did a great roundup of ornaments and holiday decoration gifts that will add style to any space.

One more: Our Editors’ Holiday Wish-List, from R29. Great stylish gift ideas!

And, okay, if you have a style blog and your ‘rents ask you what you want this year, direct them to IFB’s list of 5 Great Gifts for Bloggers. How sick is that bag?

This is wonderful: The Fug Girls Analyze Miss Piggy’s Style Evolution, from Vulture.

Although this is old, we hadn’t seen it before & it’s great for graphic design geeks: The Evolution of Corporate Logos Over Time.

In case you didn’t know, the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show broadcast this week, and to celebrate, The Daily Beast has a look at a year in the life of an Angel.

Also VS-related: BellaSugar breaks down the makeup looks from the show.

One more: A Look at the VS Models When They Had Braces & Bowl Cuts. It’s nice to know that even models go through that pre-teen awkward phase…

How pretty is this ruffled vanity, from The Beauty Department? Doesn’t look too tough to make, either.

A Beautiful Mess shows you how to make your own Starbucks-style coffee syrup – genius!

How to Style a Side Braid, from A Beautiful Mess – super easy and quick for exam week.

Refinery 29 shows you 5 unexpected ways to sparkle this season.

Computer program that shows exactly how images have been Photoshopped. Do you think airbrushed photos and ads should come with a warning? Would this change anything?

Seeing the small: How to look at the little things, from Positively Present. Mindfulness is increasingly tough to practice these days, but so worth it.

Got a party coming up? ELLE lists celebrity hairstyles to inspire your next night-out look.

Speaking of hairstyles, Daily Candy did a great list of winter styles to try.

Fellow crafters and DIY fanatics, rejoice! We just discovered Random Tutorial, the StumbleUpon of crafts. Click the red button to be whisked away to your next project!

How adorable is this candy cane manicure tutorial? Answer: Very.

Also nail-related, if you’re addicted to Facebook, this nail tutorial may be perfect for you.

 Okay, this is funny but requires a disclaimer that it’s non work-safe and uses offensive language: Texts from Bennett, a site dedicated to texts the author exchanges with his “unintentionally hilarious” 17-year-old cousin.

We’ve done a fashion inspiration post on Elizabeth Olsen in the past, so we loved this slideshow of her best looks from Marie Claire.

If you enjoy driving around and checking out the holiday lights in your town, LIFE.com’s gallery of holiday lights across the globe will be right up your alley.