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How To Look Like You've Got Your Life Together, Even Though You Don't

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How To  Look Like You've Got Your Life Together, Even Though You Don't

The way to not only survive but thrive in college is to trick people into thinking you know what you’re doing. Surprisingly, it’s a lot easier than you think.

Invest in a quality concealer.

No one needs to know you aren’t sleeping as much as you should be. Buy a high-end concealer a shade or two lighter than your natural skin tone. Apply it under your eyes and blend with your fingers or a beauty blender. It will brighten your complexion immediately.

Stock your closet full of black.

Black outfits are fierce. End of story.

Carry your planner with you everywhere you go.

People will automatically assume that you're running on a well put together schedule even if you're not.

Only wear leggings with oversized tops.

Avoid leggings that are baggy and don’t try to pass off yoga pants with a cute outfit. Someone will see the band and you will be discovered.

Always have a statement necklace on hand.

A necklace makes any outfit look put together. You’re still wearing the leggings you slept it? Throw on an oversized shirt and clasp a necklace around your neck. Bam. It instantly looks like you tried.

If you’re feeling lazy, throw on a dress.

People automatically think you put a ton of effort into your appearance if you are wearing a dress. But, in reality, it’s the easiest outfit to pull together. All you have to do is pull it over your head, and maybe pair it with some tights and a cardigan. It’s not difficult at all.

Carry a water bottle with you everywhere you go.

Hydrated people are put together. It’s a fact.

Sleep.

It's amazing how much easier life is to handle when you average 6 to 8 hours of sleep each night.

Have a signature block on your email.

Those people are official.

Drink coffee.

Coffee will actually make life easier.

Wear a FitBit.

People will think you have enough free time to work out when in reality you just use the vibrate alarm.

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