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By Mochi Magazine | November 3, 2011 | No Comments
Fall Fashion Feature: It Takes Two

Our favorite fall looks are captivating and modern—but whether you’re playing dress up with vintage clothing or getting ready for a big night out, there’s nothing more fashionable than spending some quality time with your best friend.

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By Christine Wei | November 3, 2011 | No Comments
FashionStake, A New Website for Both Designers and Trendsetters

In high school, blending into the crowd can seem like the most important thing of all. But as we grow up, true fashionistas know they have to create a style that is uniquely theirs. While most of us will always have a special place in our hearts for cheap chic establishments like Forever 21 and H&M, at one point or another, we start craving a little individuality and novelty in our clothing.

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By Connie K. Ho | September 7, 2011 | 2 Comments
Aimee Cho’s Trench Coat Fairy Tale

As the former assistant of Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour, Aimee Cho knows firsthand that life is what you make of it. The former Vogue writer and current fashion designer began her career working in television and print, but soon after, decided to start her own company, Gryphon, which creates cult-favorite trench coats that have wrapped around celebrities like Halle Berry and Beyonce.

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By Jennifer Kung | September 7, 2011 | No Comments
The Daily Obsession Editor Carolyn Hsu on Finding Her Own Path

While many blogs we come across today were created, well, yesterday, that is not the case with The Daily Obsession, a go-to lifestyle guide that manifested in the blogosphere in 2006. So when I met The Daily Obsession co-founder and editor, Carolyn Hsu, near Madison Square Park, I wasn’t surprised that she was business-savvy, outspoken and confident, with the experience of a “veteran” blogger who was smart enough to start a blog before everyone else jumped on the bandwagon.
Hsu fits into today’s up-and-coming breed of young entrepreneurs, with a multitasking, …

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By Stephanie Wu | December 29, 2010 | 2 Comments
Hip-Hop Duo Misnomer(S) On Style, Sisterhood and Sticking Together

In some ways, sisters Knewdles and Sos have what is possibly the most typical sibling relationship in the world—they fight, they squeal on each other, but they also are closer than ever. Yet most sisters don’t grow up, move in together, and decide to start a hip-hop group of their own.

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By Jennifer Kung | September 26, 2010 | 4 Comments
Teen Vogue’s Eva Chen: A Big Sister to All

On an early summer morning in Manhattan, Eva Chen walks into the W Hotel. Tall and slender, with barely noticeable makeup and a short, minimalist hairdo, she looks exactly how you would picture a Teen Vogue editor to be— effortlessly chic, with an astute attentiveness.

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By Stephanie Wu | September 24, 2010 | 6 Comments
Meet Alyce, the Mochi Makeover Winner

Mochi recently held a contest where readers applied to get fashion and beauty tips from our editors. The winner, Alyce Tzue, models clothes from Lower East Side boutique We The People in this shoot.

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By Jane Choi | June 28, 2010 | No Comments
Stylish But Comfy Airplane Outfits

Just because you want to be comfortable on a plane ride doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your sense of style. We put together three different looks that won’t require you to make a tradeoff between fashion and practicality.
The Classically Chic
Though leggings and skinny jeans are tempting options, the tightness can actually lead to poor blood circulation in-flight. For the chic traveler, we suggest shorts paired with a classy wrinkle-free cotton shirt and flats. We also recommend bringing a light cardigan because it can get chilly in the airplane. Finish …

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By Mochi Magazine | April 4, 2010 | 2 Comments
Something’s In The Air

With this season’s romantic and flirty looks, flowers won’t be the only thing blooming in the warm weather.

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By Mochi Magazine | April 4, 2010 | 1 Comment
Look on the Bright Side

Make a style statement this spring with bold neon pairings that will have all eyes on you.

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By Keila Fong | April 4, 2010 | No Comments
Campus Dress Code: Clothes for Every Occasion

In college, you’re not just a student—you’re a businesswoman, a leader, an academic, a social butterfly. We found appropriate outfits for each occasion, so you can focus on showing off your personality, no matter where you are.
Situation: Meeting with a professor
Hopefully your interaction with instructors won’t be limited to a lecture hall. Maybe you’re meeting up to discuss a research proposal, exam or interesting idea from class, butthey are still your professors outside of class. Show that you respect their time and position by looking put-together.
You don’t need to dress …

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By Keila Fong | April 4, 2010 | No Comments
Climate Change: Moving Across the Country for School

Maybe you’ve never seen snow before and will be spending the next four years at a college in the Northeast. Perhaps you expect sub-zero temperatures in December, but are headed to a college in California or Georgia. Before you head off to your new second home, make sure you pack some key items to help you adjust to your new climate.

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By Keila Fong | April 4, 2010 | No Comments

Fitting a whole year’s worth of clothes and accessories into a dorm room can be a challenge,especially when you share the space with other people. These tested tips will help you maximize storage space and minimize roommate conflicts.

Minimize clutter with containers

Vertical storage drawers are great for keeping makeup, jewelry and small items organized. Place them on top of dressers or desks to use your space efficiently.
Plastic tubs that fit underneath your bed are perfect for storing seasonal clothes that you don’t need to access often.
Drawer dividers are a great …

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By Keila Fong | January 11, 2010 | No Comments
Fashion Quick Fixes: Small Chests, Dress Codes and More

How to flatter a petite frame, clothes for a conservative dress code, colors to complement skin tone.

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By Mochi Magazine | January 11, 2010 | 1 Comment
The Sky’s The Limit

This winter, flaunt your figure in the best styles for your body type.