Something I have noticed a lot in social media these past few months is that there are a lot of middle school girls dressing like they are ten years older than they actually are. As someone who really thought they were stylish in middle school (and definitely was not), I’ve created a style guide for these girls that is age appropriate, and is guaranteed to make them cringe a few years from now when they see old pictures pop up in their Facebook memories. As for my fellow college-aged gals, I hope this guide reminds you of how thankful you should be that middle school is over.

Hair:

While your mother is being COMPLETELY UNFAIR and won’t let you get bright blue/purple/pink highlights, Wal Mart does sell fake hair extensions in these colors. Wear them to school when you’re looking for a look that is as brightly colored as your personality (and your two-dollar nail polish!).

If you’re looking for a more formal look, have no worries; perms are always an option. There is no such thing as too curly, so go for the poodle look. Getting stripey, bright blonde highlights will give you a “California” aesthetic (who doesn’t love the beach look?!). If curls aren’t your thing, try a crimped perm. Dump a handful of anti-frizz into your curls, and your hair is spring dance ready… as long as it doesn’t rain.

Maybe you’re looking for something that isn’t as big of a commitment as a perm, and colored hair isn’t really thing… don’t worry there are plenty of other attention-seeking hairdos out there that will totes magotes make you look like a high schooler. One of the cutest options out there is a high side ponytail. This hairstyle is super easy to do, and definitely the trendiest look in the school. All you have to do is:

1. Make a side ponytail that lines up with your ear.
2. Pull that ponytail as high up onto your head as possible. You want it to look like the hair has just been glued to the side of your head. The higher the ponytail, the cooler you are. This look is perfect for sleepovers with your BFFLs, school picture day, or a group bowling trip with **your crush Jake** that is also being chaperoned by **your dad**.
   Makeup:

You’re FINALLY allowed to start wearing make-up, congrats! You should make sure that everyone knows this by wearing sparkly, brightly colored eye shadow. Blue and purple should be your go to colors as they are not only some of your favorite colors, but they will totally make your eyes pop. If you really want all eyes on you, invest in the largest bottle of strawberry scented body glitter you can find, and rub it all over your neck, chest, arms, and face until every surface of your body sparkles as much as you do! And finally, the most important makeup product: lip gloss. Go for the shiniest, pinkest, and sparkliest one you can find. If it’s bubblegum, berry, or vanilla flavored you get extra credit. Smother that baby on every half hour, and Jake won’t be able to resist a kiss!

Outfit:

There’s so many choices of outfits for you. Most importantly, every shirt of yours should have the brand’s name on it so everyone knows you shop at the trendiest stores like Aeropostale, and all of your jeans should have rhinestones on the back pockets. This is a safe “go to” outfit, with matching eye shadow, hair clip ins, and five plastic bangle bracelets.

If you are going for a casual and athletic look, you should invest in a brightly colored sweat suit with the store logo on the pants and hoodie. Under the hoodie, you should wear a graphic t-shirt, either with a heart or peace sign, a cute joke about an animal or food, or some sort of phrase that shows how much of a princess you are.

If you are looking for a fancier look for your school pictures, wear a polo shirt with some Bermuda shorts, or a floral dress with sparkly leggings and ballet flats. Make sure you accessorize with charm bracelets, a necklace with a metal dolphin or butterfly on it, and a flower headband that is the size of your face.

If you are looking for something to wear to the spring fling dance, wear your favorite Hollister shirt that is too tight with that denim skirt that is barely fingertip length. Wear your largest hoop earrings, a long necklace with a rhinestone key, and your platform flip-flops. If this look doesn’t have Jake drooling all over you, then he must have something wrong with him because you will be the hawtest girl there!

I hope this style guide has been helpful to all you tween girls, if you follow these tips you’ll be the coolest girl to ever grace the middle school. And for all you young adults, I hope this list hasn’t brought back too many unpleasant memories of middle school.