Sweater weather and pumpkin spice lattes aren’t just indicators of fall. ‘Tis the season for cuffing too! Yes, you heard us correctly— it’s cuffing season! And what’s cuffing season without the perfect bae to snuggle up to when the chilly temps have you dying for an indoor cuddle session.
Lucky for you, our oh so favorite Valley Girl, Cher Horowitz, knows a thing or two about catching the attention of the most delicious man candy in school (and of course she’s not talking high school guys. As if!). Heed Cher’s advice and you’ll be landing a bae to cuff in no time! Of course, HCBU’s sponsors will be there to supply you with just what you need to follow Cher’s lead. So read on carefully, don’t you dare look away, and be sure to thank the cuffing gods for Cher and our lovely sponsors.
If there’s anyone who knows just how powerful a makeover can be, it’s Cher and her all-star BFF Dionne! If you’re going to land this bae of yours, Cher suggests you go all out by starting with a head to toe makeover that not only enhances your outward beauty, but revamps your mind and soul too!
You’ll be sure to grab your guy’s attention with a fresh, new look! Our sponsors New York Color and Palmer’s have you covered in the makeup department! Prime your lids with NYC City Proof 24HR Waterproof Eye Primer and you’ll be able to lock your favorite City Proof Eyeshadow into place! There’s no way your crush won’t notice you with a pop of intensely colored, crease-proof, shadow highlighting your gorgeous eyes. Add a little Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Lip Balm to moisturize your lips before applying your favorite lippie and how could you not look adorably kissable!
But it doesn’t stop with the face! On to hair care we go!
You know Cher would only recommend the best of the best! If you want to achieve that perfect I-woke-up-like-this hair that’ll leave your future bae mesmerized, you’re going to want to turn to TRESemmé. Make their Perfectly (un)Done Sea Salt Spray & Creation Sea Foam your new go-to duo! They’ll surely give you that soft, natural movement for effortless, bouncy waves that will give Cher’s luscious ‘do a run for its money!
No makeover is complete without the perfect wardrobe to compliment the hair and makeup! It’s only a MUST that you partake in a little retail therapy! After all, how can you forget the epic ensembles Cher and Dionne drowned Tai in during her makeover process!
My Social Canvas will definitely attract your potential bae using your wardrobe! This New York City-based social enterprise fashion brand connects students and emerging designers to create apparel collections for a cause. Talk about giving back and looking good while doing it! How could bae not love a girl that’s fashion forward with a social conscious? You’d certainly get Cher’s stamp of approval!
But you cannot forget that this Valley Girl wouldn’t be caught without the perfect accessories to compliment her killer ensembles.
If you want to keep up with the always-on-point Cher, we suggest you take a look at MZ Wallace immediately! The only way you’re going to snag your bae is by being well put-together, and that’s exactly what a bag like the Chelsea Tote will do for you! But feel free to browse the MZW Campus collection too for more bags that’ll satisfy your collegiette needs.
If you’re a true Clueless fan then you know Cher wouldn’t have you stop at revamping your outward beauty. She’d want you to undergo a full transformation!
To achieve your total babe status, you need to be well read. But that doesn’t mean you have to stick to your schoolbooks! Reading for leisure will impress your future bae in all the right ways! While Cher opts for Fit or Fat, we’re suggesting you start your reading list off with We Were Liars by New York Times bestselling author E. Lockhart. This modern suspense novel will give you an enjoyable, much needed break from your studies while giving you a legit response when your crush asks have you read anything interesting lately.
Cher would also highly recommend you do something kind for humanity, and we agree girl, we agree!
With the No Ceilings 30-Day Challenge there’s no way you won’t be taking the initiative to give back and make a difference. The No Ceilings challenge calendar will help you take small, meaningful actions to promote the advancement of girls and women in the 21st century in your daily life. If Cher can head the Pismo Beach disaster relief initiative at her school, then you can certainly take on the No Ceilings Full Participation Project.
The last step in your makeover process must be hitting the books! To snag the right bae, it’s going to take beauty and brains (Cher has both…well, beauty and negotiating skills!).
You can’t go chasing after some guy until you have your studies in order! You’ll definitely want to be on top of it all so you’re never hard-core procrastinating. But we know an all-nighter is necessary every now and then. Make 5-Hour Energy your study buddy when you’re stuck in the library for hours, aiming high on your next exam or research paper! If brains aren’t a turn on for bae then we don’t know what more is going to do the trick!
So now that your full Clueless mind, body, and soul makeover is complete, it’s time to take Cher’s advice for landing a date with future bae!
Who could forget Cher’s iconic pen drop (it’s like the bend and snap of the 90s). Sure, it’s totes obvious, but did it get the job done? Yes! Snag a ton of incredibly cute pink pens from the Her Campus Shop and you’re well on your way to making future bae notice you! And while you’re at it, grab a couple of notebooks, sticky notes, and stickers to spice up your school supply collection. We can totally hear Cher saying “HCXO” now!
Once you’ve suckered your bae in with the oops-I-dropped-my-pen bit and you’ve made a date, you’ll have to set up your pad just right! Remember Cher and Dionne were all about the proper décor, lighting, and set up!
We think bae would be impressed with your dorm room if you get a little creative! Just like Cher, we’re highly selective, so there’s only one brand we turn to for our crafting needs: Martha Stewart Crafts! Find just about anything you need to complete your favorite DIY projects in her craft line, and you’ll have a beautifully decorated room that will set the mood for you and bae! He’ll be so captivated by your creativity.
Now that the proper feng shui is established, if you remember anything about Cher’s pro tips then you should already know what’s next!
That’s right, you guessed it (we hope)! Boys + baked goods = the perfect recipe for snagging bae. It’s simple math! So why not surprise your future SO with tie-dye cupcakes? Not only will they show off your amazing baking skills, but the left overs can be used for the She’s The First tie-dye cupcake bake sale campaign! She’s The First provides scholarships to girls in low-income countries, fostering first-generation graduates and cultivating the next generation of global leaders. We can’t think of anything better to motivate you to bake!
And as an added bonus, those cupcakes will help draw some extra attention to your mouth, a tip that Cher swears will make bae fawn over you!
But wait! It’d be best if you made those cupcakes as low cal as possible! We know Cher, the Buns of Steel advocate, would agree! Trade your sugar in for Zing™ Zero Calorie Stevia Sweetener. Made with stevia leaf extract and pure sugar cane, the Calorie Zing™ Baking Blend adds no artificial ingredients and calories to your cupcakes. And surprise, surprise— this sweetener won’t force you to sacrifice their delicious taste!
And there you have it! Follow Cher’s guide to a tee and you should have no problems landing your bae! Cher even has one last bonus tip for securing your place in his heart:
Invite him out for a second date with burritos, your treat! What guy in their right mind can possibly say no to burritos?! Plus, with Chipotle BOGO burrito cards, you don’t have to worry about breaking your bank! Score! We think Cher would approve that this would be a calorie fest that is soooo worth it!
So you’re welcome! With such a detailed guide laid out for you, we know you won’t have any trouble landing your special guy now (and just in time for cufffing season)! Be sure to thank the oh so wise Cher for sharing her tips! And of course you cannot forget about our amazing sponsors, without which we could not supply you with the goods you need to take Cher’s advice!
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