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Ok, so there's these DC shoes that I am totally in love with, but I'm not sure which color to get them in. I like them all but I want ones that will match with mostly anything. I would much rather the black ones, dark brown and light blue, or black and pink but I just can't decide which ones! I know this isn't too important, but I need new shoes and I need your help! Thanks!

Oh, and here's the link;

http://www.amazon.com/DC-Shoes-Womens-Pixie-Emerald/dp/B000JLA4FG/ref=pd_bbs_2/102-9906456-5812130?ie=UTF8&s=apparel&qid=1185228818&sr=8-2 (link)
Wow I quite like those shoes. The white ones are all nice. But I personally like the white/ocean one the best. If you want your shoes to really stand out, then pick the white/dark pink one.

Don't pick the black one cos the design isn't as bold and obvious as the rest.
If you wanna pick a dark coloured shoe, choose the dark chocolate/blue one. It's the nicest dark coloured shoe in my opinion.

Have fun =)


I dyed my hair blue and it fades everytime I wash it and is always still a little green for the times i dyed it because my hair was a platinum blonde and then 2 or 3 weeks later i dyed it again and it turned out exactly the way i wanted and then I washed my hair and it went back to fading green and grey. and I don't want to go bald but I don't think my hair is that damaged but i dyed it about 4 days ago so how long do I have to wait to dye it again? and I'm going brown this time.
thanks (link)
You should give yourself a month's break after your previous dying stint. Also, dying your hair blue is the worst colour you can ever choose becos

1) You have to bleach your hair for the blue to seep in
2) The colour breakdown is horrible. And the blue usually doesn't stay for long.

You should go to a salon and get a treatment cream. There are some self heating treatment creams then doesn't require you to have a huge steamer or hot towel. The cream heats up naturally when applied and allows nutrients to penetrate your scalp.

Go get a treatment cream/shampoo or ask for advice from your hairdresser. It's worth the money.


I was just wondering about what the style today is for guys for body hair i.e. chest hair, happy trails, leg hair, facial hair and stuff like that. (link)
There's no definite style for guy's body hair, just preferences.

Happy trails are the most I'd go for. I like clean cut guys. You can try lasering off your hair. But then, it's expensive. Just leave it as it is. Some girls find hairy chest a turn on. Don't remove your pubic hair pls. Just cut it and keep it in shape from time to time with a pair of scissors. That's all. Why bother so much.


I'm graduating on the 25th. i have no idea what to do with my hair. I'm asian so i have super straight hair down to my back. It's highlighted and layered and i have no bangs. My face is round and i have dark brown eyes. Any ideas? Thanks! (link)
Big, princessy type of waves. You hair length suits tt type of hair. But since your face is round, make sure those waves start from the bottom of your ear.

I don't know if you'll be wearing your grad hat but if you arent, you can add a hair band to those big waves.


Okay so I really want to dye my hair some crazy color (not your average color i.e. red, blonde, black, brown etc. Something more along the line of different colors i.e. blue, red (the color red not redhead), green, pink, etc.)
But I was wondering which (sp? I suck at spelling tonight and it just looks like I spelled which wrong..) color would look best on me?

Here are two pics of me: http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s165/xx_tickle_me_emo_xx/Picture476.jpg

(this next pic might be better) http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s165/xx_tickle_me_emo_xx/Picture458.jpg


Well, thanks =D (link)
Pink or purple highlights.

I don't know why the moment I saw your face I thought of pink highlights.

You could go for it. That was my first intuition ;)


My mom ordered me a pair of shoes on eBay:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=014&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWN%3AIT&viewitem=&item=330111463706&rd=1&rd=1

She made a mistake in the size. She bought size 5.5 Womens, even though I am only size 5 womens.

Does that mean that the shoes won't fit? It's been a month since I paid for the shoes to be shipped from the UK and I only realized that I was a size 5 when I tried on a pair of size 5 heels at the store. (link)
Hey nice shoes.

Anyway, it depends. Not all shoes follow the standard measurements. Notice that when you ask people their shoe sizes, they tend to say "oh I'm a 6 or 7".

It all depends on the cutting and design of the shoe. If it is a slim cut, then maybe you might need a size bigger than 5. If the shoe has a wider opening, then maybe you need a size smaller than 5.

Don't worry bout it. You can always sell it on ebay if those shoes don't fit.


ok i have to wash my hair every day in the mornings when i get up to get ready because its oily and stinks. what can i do to keep my hair cleaner longer and not stink? i condition it and every thing and use a shampoo that doesnt make it oily. help! what can i do because i know its not good to wash your hair every day. (link)
Change your pillow case cos it sounds like your pillow needs new clothes.

Also, when you condition, don't apply it at your scalp. Apply it about an inch away from your roots. If you condition it from the roots, your hair's gonna get oily in no time.

For shampoos, get those transparent types. Get those for frequent hair wash. Those are meant for oily hair. Don't get those milky looking shampoos cos those have oil in them, and are meant for dry hair.

It'll help to get shampoos with a stronger smell so that it can help get rid of your hair smell.

Don't sleep with wet hair cos things stink when they're moist and heaped up. Don't apply moisturizer on your hair then go to bed. Apply it in the morning.



how do i get used to walking in heels? i need to wear heels for a wedding and i'm not used to wearing high heeled shoes and i always walk crooked-like and weird, lol thank you! (link)
Practise walking in them at least 3 days before the big day. Walk with confidence. Try walking around the house in heels. Try walking on flat surface, steps and on your the lawn.

And oh ya, bring lots of plasters on that day just in case you get blisters.


Hey Ok well I have a problem with my hair. I'm 13 and I want bangs like the bride in this picture but when I tried to comb my hair like that it didn't work. Plus you know on the left side of her hair beside the bangs? That part on my hair is dead so..

Do you think my hair stylist can comb it like that? I'm not sure if it looks good on me though because I always have my hair in a low pony tail so I want those bangs when my hair is tied but my head is big and it's like a strawberry shape or like the robot's head in I ROBOT (that's why it's in a low pony tail because if I put it up high, it'll look stupid). Would it match with my head?

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r155/wind_miko/hairlikethat.jpg (link)
You have to try and comb your bangs when your hair is wet, like after a shower. You can't comb it dry.

You have to keep changing your parting if you dun wan it to have a dead white line passing thru your parting. Also your fringe has to be of a certain length or longer in order to get that kind of bangs.

Your hair stylist will prolly tell you to use wax or clip your hair to one side first and let the hair set at one side. I would say do it yourself. Your hair will set to that side after some time. Trust me, it worked for me.

Btw I'm curious, are you from Taiwan? Because that picture is from a Taiwan drama serial.


Does anyone know any cute hair styles for school other than the messy bun [i do that one a lot]. My hair is dark, long, I straighten it, etc. Thanks! (link)
Clip your fringe (or the front part of your hair) up. Leave some fringe down. It's [cute] + [neat] + [can concentrate better in sch] That's what I usually do.

French braid = boring

Fishtail braid = great

Hairbands are great for adding colour to your hair

Tie your hair in a ponytail with a nice, long, ribbon.

There you go. That's some of the simple, casual and nice styles you can wear to school. I didnt suggest stuff like wax or hairspray because
it's freaking troublesome to do that in the morning



is dying your hair with temporary hair die that last like 6 to 8weeks really damging.
Does any one recomend any of the types of that hair die that last like a long time and works well. (link)
I dun go for temporary hair dyes. I use permanent ones. I used Loreal hair dyes. They're good and doesn't damage your hair.



okay, so i love swimming, but i DREAD wearing a bathing suit! I'm really insecure about it. I'm absolutely not fat, but i don't have a bikini body either. I'm also very self conscious about how much is showing. i always look and feel so awkward in a bathing suit. i have acne on my back that i can't get to go away, so thats embarrasing. i almost always get a once-peice bathing suit, but i'm thinking about a tankini this summer. but i want to find one i don't have to worry about. any suggestions on where to get a good (and inexpensive) one? preferably not low cut and boy-short bottoms. and also, how to overcome the insecurity. help, please?? (link)
Ok I'll settle the insecurity problem cos I think that's more pressing than finding a suitable tankini.

Seriously, no one bothers if you have a bikini body. Honestly, no one talks bout you unless you have a supermodel body or you're like exaggeratingly fat. I can bet you, even if you remove those acne on your back, you'd still find something to complain bout. If you're so self conscious bout your back, get a swimming suit that doesn't reveal too much of your back.
Also you could get a two piece bathing suit if you want : a sleeveless top and a bottom. The top normally isn't as low cut (on the front and on the back) as those of one piece.

Just wear it, don't care bout how you look like afterwards. There will always be flaws on people's body. No one is perfect. If you're gonna be so bothered bout it, then you'd make others notice. It's like advertising for a product. You are the product. If you don't behave confidently, you're not gonna sell well. If your frens or whoever ask why do you have acne on your back, just say "I can't seem to get rid of it, you have any pdts that might help? etc" Just don't say things that berate yourself like "yea I know, it's so ugly and I hate it. I look like shit"

The best way to overcome your insecurity is to ignore your flaws. Tell yourself, "I have acne on my back but so? My figure's good." Having acne on your back is really a minor thing. I have a birthmark on my shoulder blade but I don't care and I still wear revealing tops. People have freckles all over their body and yet they dare to flaunt.

Girl, seriously, just go ahead and have fun swimming. No one's really gonna care that much.


please help, i got a really bad haircut- short and uneven. please give me tips or styles i can use until i get my hair fixed thanks! (link)
[Wax]. It's the best. Use your short and uneven hairstyle to your advantage. The best style is to go for the funky look. Style your hair in a nice messy way to create a layered look. You could also wear a cap if you are not in the mood to style your hair.

You can also style your hair and add on a hairband or headband to add spice to your hairstyle.

Meawhile, do try to look out for good hairdressers to fix this problem.


Do you HAVE to wear dresses like these
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r155/wind_miko/normal_taipei2210057f1a8pp.jpg
or can you wear a simple but pretty material dress like Regina from Mean Girls did to the prom? (link)
Sure thing. Simple is good. The important thing is not just to look good, but to feel good and comfortable wearing it.

If not, no point wearing such a nice dress without being able to carry yourself well with it.


do you know how to do a hot oil treatment with coconut oil (link)
No I don't. But I'm flattered that you think I do. Haha.


please only girls answer.
what types of clothes/outfits do girls like on guys?? Im not interested in things like emo style or goth, no offense to those that are, i just dont like the style. any help would be appriciated. ..thanx.. (link)
I like shirts that fit just nicely on a guy, or shirts that shows that he has broad shoulders.

For bottoms, I like guys to wear jeans which are a little baggy, but not to the point where it's showing their boxers and they look like they're sweeping the floor wherever they go.

Simple is good.


ok i want to get my ear lobbs pierced but my parents wont let me any advice on how to make my parents let me. plz help:) (link)
I was like you. My parents didnt allow any piercings on me. But I just went ahead and did it. They nagged a while but they can't un-pierce me.

There really isn't much to talk to your parents cos most of the time they pretty much leave no room for negotiation for such stuff. Just go and find a reliable ear piercing shop and make sure you take good care of your ears. That way, you're already proving to your parents that it is alright to have piercings and that you can handle them.


Are piercings in or out right now? If so, what kinds? (Cartlidge, nose, lip, eyebrown, belly button, etc.) (link)
Cartilages baby. They're the best.


Im going to get my eyebrows waxed for the first time today...does it hurt? (link)
Yes. How does it feel when you pull out a sticker that is stuck to your arm?


Today for Christmas, I got $110 and I already had $80, so now I have $190. Well I was thinking of buying this Coach purse for myself: http://www.coach.com/content/product.aspx?product_no=3337&category_id=460 in the brass/khaki/camel color and I was wondering if its a waste of money for $138? Anyone who has it please tell me if it is worth buying and if it has good quality. Please dont say ask my parents to buy it for me or ask anyone else to buy it for me because they sure bought a lot of expensive things for me for Christmas. Thanks!

~Merry Christmas! (link)
I don't have that purse. But I can tell you that 138 bucks is way too ex for a coach purse. I would save it up first and think carefully if I really need to spend it right now.

Buy things that you really need and within a reasonable price.




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