Lauren

Hello again :3 (That emoticon doesn't translate well, but oh well) As they somehow always seem relevant, I really wanted to talk about Animal Prints! In everyone's "Trend Predictions" for 2026, I keep seeing deer/doe print... but that has kinda been a thing for a minute at this point, so I'm not sure what they're predicting... \ But regardless, ANIMAL PRINTS!! When did they start, really?? Why does their popularity cycle?? Does your favorite say something about you??? Many questions, and...

Hello again! I am finally making good on my word and covering Coquette again! In a previous blog , I went over the history behind this aesthetic, including its roots in Nymphet. As previously discussed, the word "Coquette" means a flirtatious young woman. So, what does this look like? I have found out that in recent years, the meaning behind this aesthetic has... shifted. I do not support this shift. Today, I am going to BRIEFLY discuss the new vision of coquette and then dive deeper...

Haiiii!!! Long time no see ! Alas, it is true, I am but a blogger now, and I am so so happy! I loved being Blog Director, but over 3.5 years ago, my 18-year-old self joined UIC Radio as a blogger when things looked very different. After overseeing blogging for two years, it feels nice to be in the back seat again. (I also have a radio show, In the Spotlight, and a podcast, Everything is: with the lovely Iva Peric, and you should absolutely tune into both of those, too!) Anyways! Back to...