Soul Cycle – A Fitness Event.

Sweat. Passion. Obsession. Fun. Brook Shields…

THIS IS SOUL CYCLE. 

1) SWEAT – and ohhhhh boy will you sweat. Soul Cycle combines the intense cardio of a traditional spin class with muscle-building, upper-body exercises to create a class that slashes calories while building muscle… or more accurately, a class that makes you gasp for breath as your muscles scream for mercy. I love it. Some people call is ‘extreme spinning’… I just call it sweatastic.

This pic if off the Soul Cycle website, and no… you are not going to see a pic of me drenched in sweat.

2) PASSION - These people LOVE their spinning. Soul Cycle instructors are selectively chosen from highly competitive auditions and then rigorously trained according to Soul Cycle principles. Soul Cycle employes love what they do and make you love it to from the second you walk in the door. It’s hard to walk around Soul Cycle and not immediately want to become a hardcore cyclist! Let’s just say I left in padded bike shorts, Soul Cycle socks and had already placed an order for specialty brand cycle shoes…

3) OBSESSION – A new rivalry has erupted on the streets of NYC:  Soul Cycle versus Fly Wheel. Devotees of both franchises defend their chosen studios with fervent passion. Inside my Soul Cycle class, instructors and attendees alike revolved around the Soul Cycle orbit. Wanna show off your Soul obsession?? Don’t worry, there is an entire Soul Cycle fashion line for that. And yes… I want a tank (hint hint).

4) FUN – How could a class that makes you cry out in pain also be some of the most fun 45 minutes of your week?? Only at Soul Cycle. Lights out, music pounding, instructor yelling… sometimes you’ll wonder if you’re at an exercise class or out at a club. But then a large sweat drop will drip down your face and then you’ll remember… you’ll remember real fast.

5) BROOKE SHIELDS - Did I mention that I spun next to Brooke Shields?? Okay… not next to, but she was in my class. Okay… I didn’t see her until after the class was over, but she was there! A great workout annnnd celeb sightings?!?? Sold.

Four Parting Tips:

1) Reserve your class! You must hop online at precisely noon on Mondays – the exact time the schedule is released for that week. Bonus Tip – buy the classes ahead of time and then decided what date/time you want… if you spend too long signing up you will miss your window of Soul Cycle opportunity!

2) Heads up – each class is $32 dollars… EACH. I know I know… just don’t think about it and you’ll be fine.

3) Another heads up – tack on an extra $3 for cycling shoes. You MUST wear cycling shoes (regular exercise shoes won’t work) and clip into every soul class. But here’s a bonus – You get free shoes for your first class! So go take that extra 3 bucks and go buy yourself something special.

4) Remember socks! Sounds easy, right?? but alas… I was that girl who remembered her entire cute outfit to chance into post workout, but not the socks. So what was a gal to do? I had to buy Soul Cycle socks… and at 15 bucks a pop I wasn’t super happy about it. I almost road barefoot in protest… until I realized that my new socks weren’t even 50% of the total class cost at $35 dollars. Perspective hurts sometimes.

SOUL CYCLE: Locations -

Locations: Upper West Side, Upper East Side, Union Square, Tribeca, Scarsdale, East Hampton, Bridgehampton – and now LA!

Let’s take it to the Blogs -

- Beauty Blogging Junkie checks out the latest fad in fitness and breaks down 6 things you need to know before you go to your first Soul Cycle class.

- Fashion Dilettante sums up the Soul obsession perfectly: “If Soul Cycle is a cult, then I’ve drank the Kool-Aid.”

- Spinning in NYC gives high marks to Soul Cycle as the first premiere spinning studio in NYC.

- Fat Bottom Slim says 1)  you must try Soul Cycle and 2) You must have soul with  Danny Kopel.

- Ali on the Run says Soul Cycle was a kick ass start to her day!

- The Soul Cycle blog releases sweat inducing cycle playlists, introduces you to the over the top awesome instructors, and inspires you to spin!!

 

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I paid multiple hours of my paycheck to sweat like crazy… and I’ll do it again. Are you a Soul Addict yet?!??

The Great Shoe Hunt – Case #725: the elusive fabulous yet functional black flat.

I live by the belief that shoes must be fabulous and functional – and I will simply will not settle for anything less.

So when I found out that I needed to stand and walk in black dress shoes all day long at work, I knew I had a shoe hunt on my hands.

I started the hunt with a quick crowd-source of every working professional I know who stands, and the resounding answer was: Dansko. I happily googled what I believed would be my newfound comfy shoe obsession… only to be assaulted by this image -

I know I said comfort was a priority – but that shoe paired with my tailored Brooks Brother’s suit?!?? Even I thought about breaking my zero tolerance rule with this one… so the hunt continued.

Yet my first efforts made me believed I was destined to a grandma shoe…

Sass Shoes: Somehow, I think my boss would frown upon me wearing a lace up sneak with my business skirt… But come on,  it’s slip resistant!

When I started checking out the Shoes for Crews website and not totally hating, it I knew I was in trouble…

Clearly, it was time I called in the big guns – the lead general on my shoe army: Mama Rullz. Here’s her response to my emails with the above mentioned shoes… And I quote: “I don’t know Mags. None of these are exactly that cute. ” Reading that loud and clear Captain. So armed with her (not too many) years of shoe hunting experience, Mama Rullz came to NYC to help me forage.

Here’s to Mama Rullz doin’ her shoe thang…

MamaRullz’s list of Fabulous and Functional Black Flats:

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1) Cole Haan (with Nike Air Technology):

Air Tali Lace Wedge - $158

Air Bacara Ballet - $148

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2) Born:

* Bonus – Their website plays great, trippy music while you shop!

Stowaway II – $100.00

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3) Clarks:

Plush Dot – $99.99

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4) Stuart Weitzman:

Caring – $365.00

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Alright I’ll admit it… the MamaRullz’s list looks a little better than my own.

After a full day trekking from store to store armed with my pair of try on socks, a purse full of snacks for fuel, and MamaRullz’s list clutched in hand – I fell in love.

DRUM ROLL PLEASE…………..

Cole Haan with Nike Air Technology. 

3 weeks and multiple miles of walking and hours of standing later I can now testify: These babies are comfy. Fact. Fabulous and Functional?? CHECK.

Let’s take it to the Blogs -

- York Avenue finds a classic flat look a like for less.

- Don’t want to restrict yourself to just black flats? Fashion Style Advice adds a pop of silver and comfort to your wardrobe!

- Capitol Hill Style gives us plenty of reasons to “give up the height” and go with the flats.

- The luxury spot claims to have found the most comfortable ballet flats EVER.

- The Hollywood Housewife takes us on her comfy shoe hunt with us.

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Do you have a fabulous yet functional pair of black flats you’re obsessing over??

My first sample sale… so NYC of me.

What sounds more NYC chic than a designer sample sale in Soho?? Nothing. So when my friend who works at Helmut Lang casually mentioned Helmut’s sale I immediately jumped at the chance to get my newly blossomed NYC fashionista on.

Geared in my fierest looking fashion ensemble, I confidently approached the elusive sample sale… only to be met by this:

 Okay… maybe it wasn’t that severe. But I will say that in a sea of 4 inch stiletto’s, my sensible walking shoes didn’t quite have the ”smart” look I was going for…

So for any newbies like myself out there, here are a few tid bits I picked up from my first ever NYC sample sale:

1) A Little Math Lesson – Everything is still really expensive. 70% off – What?!?? Before you go gettin’ your panties in a bunch, let’s do some simple math. While 70% off an Old Navy T-shirt marks it down to 7 cents… 70% off a designer T-Shirt marks it down to $150. Same percentage, Yes. Same hole in your pocket, oh no. Look Ma – I really am using math in real life!

2) Prepare for some real women boding time. Every guy’s false dream of what goes on in a women’s locker room comes true in the dressing room of a sample sale. Women had their lady parts out in full force as they battled for mirror space in a large back room that doubled as the show’s dressing room. Let’s just say all social conservatism is tossed aside once that price plunges by 70%…

3) Bring your game face. Anyone who says women lack the aggression to succeed in business has never been to a sample sale. There’s only a limited number of silk, asymmetrical tops… and once they’re off the floor they’re gone forever. Elbow’s are up, hangers are flying, and put together seemingly professional women are set to pounce. If you want to succeed at a sample sale, you gotta bring it.

 

After fighting my way through the racks, baring it all in the dressing room and hunting for a few good bargains, I was able to leave my first sample sale one Helmut Lang dress and one T-shirt heavier. Success.

 

Let’s Take It To The Blogs:

- Racked is a great site for the latest in fashion news and events. Check out your city on Racked for a personal, up to the minute account of the best shopping scene near you – New York, Chicago, LA.

- Real Simple teaches us 5 great things to know about shopping sample sales… and big surprise, non-rock bottom prices are one.

- NYMag is a great resource for awesome sample sales throughout NYC.

- Top Button bills itself as”the most trusted source for sales and shopping events.”

 

Have you had your first sample sale experience? Details please…

Moving to a new Apt? Don’t forget the lamp.

Sounds like simple advice. But so easily forgotten… So easy, that I even forgot to add lighting to my Guide of how to live like an adult but still spend like a 20 something. But here’s a tip – you need light. I realized this all too quickly the first night I spent in my new apartment… an apt with no over head lighting it should be mentioned.

So what’s a gal to do? After one night of delicately balancing flash lights and tilting my own desk lamp, I decided my first priority must be finding light.

But apparently lamps are kinda expensive… who knew?? With my options limited to what stores were within walking distance of the new apt or stores that offer relatively inexpensive delivery… I began my search.

Stop #1 - Bed Bath and Beyond seemed like a standard 20something option… so imagine my surprise when I found out that their lamps would set me back at least 70 bucks!

Stop #2 -  West Elm had a much better selection, but for a much bigger price. Most lamps here would set me back somewhere in the mid-100s$.

Stop #3 – Found a little boutique lighting shop I thought looked cute. But for 3 grand a lamp, those lamps better have done a lot more than just looked cute, so I reluctantly accepted my fate of shopping discount online and waiting a few more nights in the darkness.

Until this happened: The Perfect Lamp.

The most amazing lamp literally in the whole wide world.

The Zing Table Lamp in retro green from Crate and Barrel – for $79.99 it’s not cheap, but it is affordable and timeless. And Crate and Barrel offers a currier service in most major cities, so I was even able to have it delivered and get light that very same night.

I. Am. Obsessed. Who knew someone could talk so much about a lamp?? I have systematically approached every neighbor/friend/whoever will listen to tell them about my new awesome lamp and show them this pic. It’s just that amazing.

As a heads up – the rest of Crate and Barrel’s lamps are on the pricier side (think 170$-400$)… so my advice is to get the Zing and get out.

Shout out time – props to MamaRullz for discovering this lamp!!

What do The Blogs Say??

Apartment Therapy shows us some super arty, super awesome and super innovative modern lighting ideas.

Industructables creates their own, magnetic table lamp that is relatively inexpensive and definitely awesome.

Ask House Design confirms the importance of light design… or in my case any light at all.

I would like to say goodbye with this totally irrelevant yet awesomely creepy light bulb clip art I found on Google Image. You’re welcome.

Do you have lamp love??

The greatest thing since Jeggings: Ikea in home set up.

The discovery of Penicillin, Justin Bieber’s haircut, the invention of Jeggings, finding the human genome, the acceptance of the snuggie – sure, Humans have done some pretty kick butt things in our time. But whoever invented having someone else put together your Ikea furniture for you is a genius. Watch out Ben Franklin, because we have a new inventor on our hands. 

My new favorite person doing his Ikea assembly thing.

So here’s how it works.

1) Find an Ikea store that offers delivery. Tip – look for a nearby store that offers both picking and delivery. (Picking means you can simply order over the phone and they will pick out the furniture for you… which if you have ever done Ikea you know is one king sized pain.) If you’re in the Manhattan/NYC, both Ikea Paramus and Ikea Elizabeth in New Jersey pick and deliver for $99. (And that’s for the whole delivery… so order up!)

2) Pick out the items. Browse Ikea’s website and pick everything your heart desires. Tip – not everything on their site is available in every store… so check the store’s site or call/email to make sure they have what you want in stock. For tips on what to buy, check out my Guide to Living Like an Adult on A Poor 20something budget.

3) Email your chosen store and get Delivery and Assembly. For an average of 25% the cost of the item, someone else will build it for you. After my 7 hour dresser building adventure last time I put together Ikea furniture… 25% was a bargain. But whatever your construction abilities, 25% of Ikea prices is still fairly affordable. Ball park – most dressers will cost you between 40$ – 60$ to have assembled. I think that’s the greatest deal around. Tip – because it’s percentage based, some pieces are more affordable than others to put together. Make sure to factor these changes into your over all price. If you’re in Manhattan, most likely the company used is Urban Express - they were totally reliable, efficient and pleasant to deal with.

4) Sit back and watch someone else set up your Ikea furniture… much more efficiently and competently than you would have done yourself. Amazing.

But what do the blogs say?

Yoonaniumous says there is nothing more unhealthy for a relationship that assembling Ikea furniture together.

Mangina Monologues compares Ikea construction to lego building… only a lot less fun and a lot more frustrating.

Apartment Therapy seconds the belief that Ikea assembly leads to fights… but they also offer up Ikea’s Sweedish blog for inspiration.

So forget the fights, the back pains, and the late night worries over whether or not you remembered to tighten that screw in the bed frame… skip the coffee that week and use your extra cash to pay for Ikea assembly.

Have any Ikea assembly stories of your own?

How to live like an adult… but still spend like a poor 20something.

I’m gearing up for the move to NYC!! I officially make the leap next week, so this week it is all about the preparation. And apartment prep for a young 20something just starting out means one thing and one thing only: Ikea.

But seriously, what did people do before Ikea?!? It’s right up there with cell phones and word processing… I honestly do not know how my parents got through young adulthood without them. Where else can you find ridiculously cheap yet somehow semi nice looking furniture that perfectly bridges that awkward gap between wanting to pay the bare minimum and not wanting to look like you live in a college dorm room?? The only answer is Ikea.

And this brings me to my current Ikea shopping list. I was guided by parental wisdom (read: forced) to purchase the bare minimum amount of furniture. So clearly I went directly to the Ikea dining and eating department. Because, yes, I NEED these multi-colored pizza cutters, this 14-piece pastry cutter set in a box, and don’t even get me started on their entire section devoted to food storage and organizing!!

Okay, but in reality, I did reel myself in and put together this list that is entirely way too adult. (But don’t worry, I will be ordering again. And my next order will most def include this heart shaped baking mold.)

HOW TO LIVE LIKE AN ADULT BUT STILL SPEND LIKE A POOR 20SOMETHING:

1) THE BED FRAME:

The Adult: I just really felt like the bed frame would take my room from ho hum to… “wow, now this is the room of a young adult who is super hip and totally has her act together.” Also, because the bed frame lifts the bed off the ground it really opens up the room and creates a more spacious atmosphere. (Is it too obvious that I didn’t come up with that last part myself? Read more about why bed frames are awesome here.)

The Cost Save: Yes, a bed frame will set  you back some dollars. But so will your boxspring and that little metal rolling thing you put a bed on. After crunching the numbers, I found that 9 times out of 10 in the bed frame versus boxspring war it comes out being even. And at least with the bed frame you get a super cool looking piece of furniture out of it. Clearly, the bedframe vs. boxspring debate brings up some heated conversation… but don’t worry, I already broke it down for you in this other (yes, I have multiple) furniture related post. 

Warning: Don’t forget to buy the slatted bed base when you purchase the bed frame!

The Product: MALM bed frame.

2) DRESSERS:

The Adult: The adult portion on this one should be pretty obvious… adults frown upon large piles of clothing strewn about the floor (and yes, it’s still not cool even if they are in organized piles on the floor… I’ve tried that one.) As a girl downsizing from a room with plentiful storage space to a shared room in Manhattan, adequate storage space was extremely important to me. So I got a huge dresser, and then another small one as backup.

The Cost: Taking a cue from the above bed frame, we decided to let Ikea do the decorating work for us, and just continued with the entire Malm set. (NOTE – the MALM series happens to be one of the most cost effective series Ikea offers.)

The Product: the MALM 6 drawer dresser.

Clearly, I need more room for my shoes. So I also got this dresser below as a “bedside table”. The Fiance never needs to know that it’s really a dresser hehehe… Hey, I think this just shows my ingenious use of closet design.

The Product: the MALM Ikea 3-drawer dresser.

3) MORE STORAGE SPACE – A CLOTHING RACK:

The Adult: Okay, this one isn’t the classiest adult option. But hey… in case you couldn’t tell by my ode to dressers above, I want me some storage space. So throwing worries about looking like an adult aside, I sucked it up and got the rolling rack.

The Cost: At 15 bucks I think that this rack is one of the most ingenios inventions of out era.

Note: The Fiance has already been informed that his button-downs will look so much nicer on the roller rack so we really must show case them outside of the closet instead… I know, genius move by me.

The Product: RIGGA clothes rack.

4) A DESK aka THE HOME OFFICE: 

The Adult: Puleeeese… doesn’t a home office just scream adult?!?!!

The Cost: Ikea gives you some really great home work space options. I was in a debate over getting a simple table top and adding legs with storage, (look how cool they set up the workspace here!) or going for a full on desk. In the end, we went with this straight up (but still super cool) desk below.

The Product: MICKE desk.

And to complete the home office nook? A kick butt chair.

The Product: the JULES swivel chair.

The Statement Piece: *

*I need help with this one…

The Adult: Every adult room has that one super swanky piece that just Makes It. It really, Ties The Room Together. I WANT THAT.

The Cost: Statement pieces can be tricky. They often creep up in price and then before you know it you are spending $500 on an African tribal mask because you think it will make the room. My goal: Go for something that pops, makes a statement, and is still functional. I was thinking lamp… or table.

My favorite find so far (Note – this has been vetoed by The Fiance… much to my dismay): an orange occasional table! It can roll over the bed so that you can do work… in bed!! Amazing. And, Statement? It’s a super cool table. Pop? It’s orange. Functional? It’s a table on wheels whenever you need it!! SOLD!! Come on people… help me out on this one.

The Product: TheMALM occasional table in orange.

I was promptly cut off of list duty after begging for the occasional table… so that is it for now. There is still the mattress and bedding to discuss, but believe me my friends, bedding is on a whole other level of adult. Next time…

In case this excessively ode to Ikea wasn’t enough… check out:

- A Little Polkadot’s Love/Hate relationship with the furniture chain.

- Mackenzie Horan’s Ikea favorites for stylish design.

- Southern Hospitality takes you along with her on her adventures through Ikea.

What other pieces do you recommend? and please… someone back me up on this occasional table!!

Bed Frame Vs. Boxspring.

This is a bed frame.

And this is a boxspring.

While picking out furniture for the new bedroom in NYC, I stumbled upon this revelation: The boxspring. You mean the larger thing under the mattress isn’t just the mattress? Needless to say… my mind was blown. When I found out I could forgo this so called “boxspring” contraption and buy a bedframe instead I went from befuddled to full blown panic mode. So many options and so much mattress ignorance on my part. Well, hours of research and many embarrassing questions to MamaRullz later (Me: “Mom, what’s that thing under the mattress? Mom: “Maggie, you do realize you’re 24, right?”), and boom – here is my new knowledge:

Option #1 – BEDFRAME:

- buy a bedframe.

- buy a mattress (ONLY a mattress.)

- buy a slatted bed base. (This step is important and kinda tricky. This part serves as the boxspring in the bedframe.)

- Note: you can still buy a boxspring and use it with the bedframe, but it isn’t necessary. I know… confusing, right?!

Option #2 – BOXSPRING:

- Buy a boxspring. (Apparently, there is a reason the boxspring was invented. Who knew?)

- Buy a matching Mattress.

- Buy something to put the above things on (unless you want them on the floor, but I mean come on what are you, a barbarian?). Standard option: That rolling metal thing, you know what I’m talking about.

And now onto cost. In my vast breadth of mattress buying experience, I have found that 9 times out of 10 the price comes out to be about the same. So really, it comes down to personal preference, how awesome looking the bedframe is, and if the boxspring is sold separately.

Still with me? Believe me, this all took me some time. After days of internal debate (and a few tense phone calls with The Fiance), we decided on Option #1. Because I mean come on… go big or go home, amiright??

So who wins your debate… the bedframe or the boxspring??

Hair Extensions: A Fashion Drama.

Today I bought hair extensions… A 10 piece set… By Jessica Simpson… On Ebay.

Yeah, my friends had a real good laugh when I told them that story… but I firmly stand beside my impulse hair shopping purchase. Your hair can bring you from ho-hum to hot damn! And who doesn’t wanna be hot damn??! Well, apparently I do because I shelled out quite a bit of cash to get my Jessica Simpson hair extensions.

I blame it on a friend who shall remain un-named (ahem… Sara G.). Her hair was looking all hot and fab so obviously I inquired… only to discover that the oomph in her hair was courtesy of hair extensions! With one simple ‘click’ her hair was off of her head and onto mine. And then I was hooked. I went from not understanding what hair extensions really were, to not remember life before my new think, gorgeous head of hair. I needed them.

Within 10 minutes my purchase was complete. Huge tip from Sara G. – Buy them on EBay (before you gasp.. they are UN-USED.) While still an investment, it’s a solid 2/3 off retail. So… I pretty much got them for free. You can also check out amazon for more deals.

Here was my Jessica Simpson hair extension order (in dark brown). These are not for length, but rather some extra bodilicious volume. Now, I forced myself to stop with just one order… but My new BFF Jess just keeps providing – Want Bangs? Extra awesome Pony tail? A headband full of hair?? Jessica has got them all.

Questioning your hair purchase? HairdobyJessicaSimpson.net dedicates its entire site to republishing reviews and finding out the Truth about Hairdo.

So now I am desperately awaiting the arrival of my new hair in the mail… and you better I’ll be showing them off in my next video

So what do you think… Would you wear hair extensions for a little extra fab??

Latest Love: Tarte cheek stain.

I was always a little wary of cheek ‘stains’, ‘tints’, and pretty much anything non-powder. Maybe it’s my fear of clowns, or having watched one too many episodes of The Drew Carey Show featuring Mimi… but let’s just say I steered clear of the sticks and gels. All that changed when I met my new friend: Tarte natural cheek stain.

While out shopping with friends,I was lured into a Sephora by cupcakes and a True Blood promotion. I mean come on… sweets and sexy vampires? I didn’t stand a chance. Lost in a world of make up and free samples, I suddenly found myself sitting in a make up chair at the front of the store modeling the new line of Tarte to the entire store. I had no choice but to fall in love.

Not only are Tarte products kick butt in the beauty department, but they’re also all natural and good for you. As someone who strives to eat organic and all that jazz, it only makes sense I should try to put mostly organic on my bosy as well. So thank you Tarte for making it possible!

My favorite Tarte product so far? Cheek stain. Just a smidge on the cheeks and bam – you get the best dewy, rosy tinted glow. My favorite color is ‘tickled’, but with names like ‘blushing bride’, ‘sunkissed’, and ‘dollface’ you’re sure to find a shade to make ya shine.

Need another endorsement? Makeup and Beauty blog loves Tarte cheek stain as well.

What’s your favorite cheek color?

Your Team Spirit Cold Weather Fashion Checklist!

If you don’t know this about me you better go ahead and learn it fast… I went to Boston College and LOVED IT! Loved it, love it and will forever be obsessed. Now that my confession is out of the way, let’s move on to fashion. More specifically, Team Spirit Cold Weather Fashion – because no negative degree weather is going to stop me from showing off my Eagle pride at a BC football game.

This past Thursday night I recruited my Brother (an Eagle by association) to go to the BC vs. FSU game with me. We don’t have to talk about the score… I’m a fan through and through regardless of the down seasons. And besides, a game is really just an excuse to dress up anyways So here it is -

And yes… we are spelling BC.

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1) Cold Weather Accessories - I say the more the better. Scarves, hats, coats, mittens… there is no such thing as ‘too much’ when it comes to team spirit. Please note my winter hat complete with Eagle logo, gold and maroon colors, and pom pom on top.

1.b.) Understated accessories for the boys – if your going to the game with dudes who might want to sport their team spirit sans brightly colored pom poms, opt for some understated pride. Note the Bro’s solid color marron hat.

2) Don’t limit yourself to book store purchases exclusively – Grab and wear as many classic collegiate purchases as your heart desires, but don’t stop there! If you’re out and about and see another accessory that compliments your school spirit do not hesitate to buy. Note my maroon scarf – an Anthropology scarf that doubles as a fashionable neck warmer and an accent of school spirit.

3) Hot Chocolate in hands – Seriously, this is why I love cold weather football games. I average at least one per quarter. Tip – cut the cocoa with half coffee for fewer calories and a little extra pep for your cheers!

4) Plan ahead – Order your cute collegiate wear well before game day to ensure full cute cheering potential. Some shopping sites to check out: Football Fanatics has college wear clothing cut specifically for women, Fansedge has a wide selection of apparel (but you’ll have to shift through some misses along with the hits), and College Wear has got you covered for practically every school. Happy Shopping!!

5) Hand and foot warmers/wool sweaters/warm boots – No excuses when if comes to Team Spirit Cold Weather Fashion. You’re out there to cheer for your team.. and to look fab while you do it

What else do you love to wear on game day??