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Last fall when Alice debuted on stands and in the hands of 

hundreds of women, we weren’t sure what to expect. Sure, we 

daydreamed about traction, that readers would identify, share, 

and pass along to their friends. But there certainly was the 

lingering moment of truth as we held our breath to see if our big 

ideas, late nights, and endless drafts made the impact we desired. 

Luckily, readers hopped on board, and with each passing 

week, we heard more and more buzz about “this Alice thing.” 

They picked up copies, followed us on social media (cue shameless 

plug here), and offered their praise. But what was most telling to 

us was how they began to reach out for collaboration. It seemed 

everyone wanted in on the action. We had Tuscaloosa’s resident 

culinary aficionados ask to contribute food features (pg. 29), 

multimedia bloggers tell stories through fashion and art (pg. 60), 

and beauty gurus volunteer their makeup expertise (pg. 19). 

So for issue two, we went bigger and better — at least we hope! 

Higher fashion, bolder shoots, and more to talk about; think 

catcalling (pg. 64) and fashion with a cause (pg. 50). Plus, we 

revamped our website with daily content and featured bloggers to 

keep the conversation going. After all it’s spring, so that means 

out with the old and in with the new. And for us it’s all about 

trading study guides for festival guides (pg. 54) and setting our 

sights on the season’s trippiest boho styles to match (pg. 36). 

And speaking of out with the old, that includes us, as well as 

many others on the Alice staff. But just because we’re graduating 

and heading off into the world, that doesn’t mean Alice is. Well 

actually, we like to think that she is graduating, in a sense. She’s 

moving on from being just a prototype — a wild idea, if you will 

— and venturing off, just like us. We’re thrilled to have been able 

to help Alice get on her feet, but we’re even more excited to see 

where she’ll go. 

Leaving Alice is certainly bittersweet, but it’s a little easier 

knowing that she’ll always be here – guiding freshmen through 

their first game days and exams while offering seniors advice 

on how to make the most of their dwindling weeks. But that of 

course, depends on you. To keep reading, keep sharing and most 

importantly keep talking, because after all that’s what Alice is 

– a conversation, one we feel so thankful and lucky to have been 

able to start with you. 

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Table of 

Contents 

Beauty 

5 AHEAD OF THE CURVE 

7 DIY MAKEUP HACKS 

9 COLOR POP: LIPSTICK TIPS 

12 SUMMER NAIL LOOKS 

13 BRUSH IT OFF 

Fashion 

14 IT GIRL: ZENDAYA 

17 SUMMER LOVIN’ 

19 BLAST FROM THE PAST 

23 ATHLEISURE WEAR 

25 MINIMALIST FASHION 

ABOUT THE COVER: Summer is one excuse after another 

to forfeit commitment in lieu of idle afternoons and bright 

skies. From seaside meetups and lingering lunches, to 

hazy sunsets and strolling walks home, our cover 

embraces a lighthearted beach town lifestyle. For our 

summer issue, we traveled to Florida’s Rosemary 

Beach to capture all those carefree moments. 

Photographer: RAMSEY GRIFFIN 

See story: PAGE 36 

Health 

& Food 

29 EPIPHANY CAFÉ 

30 1 INGREDIENT 5 WAYS 

32 PARTNER WORKOUTS 

34 QUIZ: WHAT IS YOUR 

SIGNATURE DRINK? 

Alice April 2016 [3]

Features 

36 SOAK UP THE SUN 

48 GETTING OVER JEALOUSY 

50 FASHION WITH A HEART 

54 MUSIC FESTIVAL ROUNDUP 

58 FAD DIET OR BAD DIET 

60 STYLEBONE 

64 NOT YOUR BABE 

Lifestyle 

69 48 HOURS IN NASHVILLE 

73 UA ALUMNI Q&A 

75 GRADUATION SURVIVAL GUIDE 

76 20 THINGS TO KNOW BY THE TIME YOU TURN 20 

78 BEST & WORST FIRST DATES 

Entertainment 

81 UPCOMING MOVIES 

82 UPCOMING MUSIC 

83 NEW SHOWS YOU SHOULD BE WATCHING 

84 WHAT’S IN OUR BEACH BAG? 

86 NETFLIX MOVIES YOU NEVER KNEW EXISTED 

88 LOCAL MUSICIANS Q&A 

[4] Alice April 2016

BEAUTY 

AHEAD OF 

THE CURVE 

By Anna Klement 

This makeup brand could 

be the next big thing. 

Beauty geeks rejoice! 

If you’re in need of another excuse 

to stop wearing makeup, but still want 

to look presentable, look no further. 

Emily Weiss, CEO of Into the Gloss 

has launched a cool-girl approved 

“no makeup-makeup” brand, Glossier. 

Weiss is well trained in the whatwomen-want 

department. As a 

past employee at Vogue and 

W Magazine, she knows all 

too well how women like to 

cut corners when it comes 

to beauty. 

Perhaps Weiss has reached so 

much success with the young company 

(only 15 months old) because of her 

honest, approachable aesthetic. She 

uses the mantra: “skin first, makeup 

second, smile always.” 

For example, the Moisturizing Moon 

Mask is described as “good as a juice 

cleanse for your face.” The pack is 

composed of all-natural ingredients 

such as honey, almond oil and hyaluronic 

acid (a natural carbohydrate to 

plump skin), taking “down to earth” to 

a much more impressive standard. 

The company is striving to 

genuinely redefine the beauty 

industry—and killing the 

game, nonetheless, by adding 

freedom with the products by 

using purely organic ingredients 

and maintaining a quirky 

image. What other makeup brand do 

you know that supplies you with stickers 

to trick out your already creatively 

designed products? 


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Glossier is a brand meant for the top 

shelf and will leave you asking why it’s 

not already in every Sephora on the 

planet. With only nine products, the 

company grossed $8 million in revenue 

in its first month. 

If the appearance of the 

products alone hasn’t sold 

you yet, check out the customer 

reviews on its website 

as well as praise-worthy commentary 

from The Huffington 

Post and Marie Claire. The descriptions 

for each product tell you 

everything you need to sell you, but 

then deliver. 

The cleverly named Boy Brow is the 

only makeup currently available on the 

website. It blends easily with hair and 

is meant to enhance your natural brow 

shape, not draw in unnatural lines. It 

is available in three shades (blonde, 

brunette and black) and resembles a 

mascara wand. For $16, it’s hard to 

hold back on this new product loved by 

beauty editors everywhere. 

Another cult favorite is the Balm 

Dot Com set. The universal salve 

saves skin from chapped lips and dry 

skin and activates your face as a highlighter 

for cheeks and lids. It’s made 

of beeswax and castor seed oil for only 

$36. 

The newest product from Glossier 

is the Milky Jelly Cleanser, which 


launched in January. It literally 

dissolves makeup and can be used 

on dry or wet skin. The cleanser was 

created purely from customer’s ideas 

of a “dream face wash.” It’s gentle on 

skin, smells amazing, and is 

travel and budget friendly. 

For only $18, your skin will 

thank you daily. 

Overall, Glossier is the 

fun, older sister to your daily 

skincare routine. Weiss and 

her team of four keep us believing 

“foundation is not the skin tint, 

but the expression you choose to put 

on.” The only negative is the bank 

account statement when you purchase 

the Phase 1 set for you and all 

of your friends (plus your mom and 

aunt). This is the best kept secret 

not even your dermatologist can tell 

you about — yet. 

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BEAUTY 

DO-IT-YOURSELF 

MAKEUP 

HACKS 

By Amelia Neumeister 

Being a beauty junkie can be tough on your wallet. 

The need to experiment with the newest makeup 

and beauty products can make it difficult to afford even 

the necessities. For the beauty lovers out there, Alice 

has your back. Check out these easy-to-do, DIY beauty 

hacks to save some money and still look fab! 

1. Dry shampoo alternatives 

It’s the middle of the week, and you 

just spent the night in the library 

studying for that big test. And since 

you overslept your alarm, showering is 

low on the priority list. You roll out of 

bed and stumble into your bathroom, 

only to grab your trusty can of dry 

shampoo to find that it is completely 

empty. Next plan of action? Outsmart 

time by using these ingredients that 

are bound to be in your cabinet. 

Blondes/Light Hair: You have it 

easy. If you are in desperate need of 

dry shampoo, throw some baby powder 

on your roots and proceed to brush 

your hair. 

Brunettes/Dark Hair: While you can 

use baby powder to cover your roots, it 

takes a little more effort to make it invisible. 

One of the easiest ways to cover 

up your roots is cocoa powder. Sparingly 

dust a small amount of powder 

at the top of your head, ruffle your 

roots with your finger tips, and you 

are good to go! 

Alternative route: If you don’t have 

baby powder or cocoa powder, foundation 

powder or translucent setting 

powder works really well to absorb 

some of the grease. 

Looking to make your own dry 

shampoo? Here are the ingredients 

that prove to be the most successful: 

1 tbsp. of cornstarch 

4 tbsp. water 

1 tbsp. of rubbing alcohol 

small mixing bowl or glass 

small spray bottle 

Mix up all the ingredients in the bowl 

and pour into your spray bottle. Spray 

onto roots (dampening, not soaking, 

hair) Distribute product through hair 

with hands or a comb. Use sparingly! 

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2. Broken Powder 

You finally found the perfect pressed 

powder; you know, the one that feels 

like it was made for you. You’re always 

putting it on, until one sad day 

you open your makeup bag to find it 

cracked into at least 10 different pieces. 

The compact is a mess, powder is 

everywhere, and you can’t afford to 

buy a new one. 

Here’s your best option to salvage 

your powder: 

Feel free to try out this technique on 

eyeshadows and blushes as well. 

Break up the makeup into a fine 

powder. 

Add a few drops of rubbing alcohol. 

Mix it all together. 

Smooth it over and let it dry. 

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3. Kool-Aid Lip Stain 

This is the easiest way to get a 

fun-colored (and not to mention delicious) 

lip stain while also getting in 

touch with your inner child. Grab a 

pouch of your favorite color Kool-Aid 

and have fun! 

Dampen your finger and stick it in 

the Kool-aid pouch (or container). 

Rub the powder over your lips. (It’s 

going to be tasty so resist eating it 

right away)! 

Take a damp Q-tip and go over your 

lips to even out the texture and to fix 

any mishaps. 

A quick Kool-Aid color guide: 

Cherry = Orange red 

Tropical Punch = Bright red 

Peach Mango = Peach 

Pink Lemonade = Barbie pink 

Strawberry Kiwi = Light red 

Grape = Purple 

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4. Body Scrub 

To keep your skin from getting sandpaper 

dry, make your own body scrub. 

This easy-to-make (and organic) body 

scrub will keep you smooth all year 

long. It only takes about five minutes 

to make and can be used immediately 

after mixing. 

1 cup white sugar 

1/4+ cups Coconut oil (substitutions 

listed below) 

Lemon essential oil 

8 oz. mason jar (or other container 

of choice) 

Measure out the sugar into a mixing 

bowl. Start with ¼ cup of coconut 

oil and add it to the sugar. If you are 

allergic to coconut, then you can easily 

substitute any other oil of choice. 

Almond, jobaba and grapeseed oils 

are all good choices because of their 

great scents. 

Mix together the oil and sugar. Look 

for a light, fluffy consistency similar 

to the texture of butter and sugar 

mixed together when making cookies. 

Start with ¼ cup of oil, and if it’s still 

too dry add a little bit at a time until 

you get to the desired consistency. 

Add some essential oil for a good 

scent. We recommend lemon for its 

light, fresh notes, but this step is all 

about personal taste, so add as little or 

much as you like. 

Put it in a container for storage and 

you’re good to go. Just remember, the 

container needs to be completely dry 

when putting the scrub in it because 

water affects the texture. 

To use, scoop out a handful of scrub 

and rub all over your body. Rinse 

it off, and voilá! you have smooth, 

moisturized skin. The oil locks in 

moisture, and the sugar scrubs off 

dead skin.

BEAUTY 

COLOR 

POP! 

By Imani Manley 

It’s springtime again, and this season 

it’s all about the lips. Whether you 

like to rock bold colors or are prone to 

keeping it cute and subtle, we’ve got all 

the shades for you. 

NUDES 

Kat Von D Matte Lipstick Lolita 

(Sephora, $22) 

Lolita is a must-have lipstick if 

you’re going for a flirty nude look. It 

was sold out in stores for weeks! It 

looks great on most fair to medium 

tones. Also, check out Lolita II, which 

is a tad lighter, if you fall in love with 

the first. Why not have both in your 

arsenal? 

Coloured Raine Matte Lipstick in 

Mars (colouredraine.com, $17) 

Coloured Raine is an up-and-coming 

makeup company with affordable 

and reliable products. Mars is a subtle 

showstopper; it’s just enough to get 

you noticed without being over the top. 

This shade works best on medium to 

dark skin tones. 

ColourPop Ultra Matte Lip in Chilly 

Chili (colourpop.com, $6) 

If you haven’t heard about Colour- 

Pop — where have you been? These 

lipsticks have been taking over and 

frequently selling out. Why you ask? 

They are only $6! They are cheap, 

but the color payoff is amazing. Chilly 

Chili is a great nude color that will 

look great on olive to dark 

skin tones. 

MAC Cosmetics Velvet 

Teddy Lipstick (MAC, $17) 

Velvet Teddy is an irresistible nude. 

It’s super soft and can be worn everyday. 

This is a great color for light to 

medium skin tones. 

PINKS 

MAC Cosmetics Candy Yum Yum 

(MAC, $17) 

Candy Yum Yum is a bold pink. If 

you’re feeling like going for it and 

making a statement in pink then this 

is the color for you. This is a color for 

any complexion — from the lightest of 


ladies to the darkest. 

MAC Cosmetics Flat Out Fabulous 

(MAC, $17) 

Flat Out Fabulous is an oldie but 

goodie. This color is sure to get you noticed 

without being too dramatic, and 

it is perfect for dark skin tones. 

ColourPop Ultra Matte Lip in 

Clueless (colourpop.com, $6) 

Clueless is a very subtle pink matte 

lipstick. It’s lighter, so it works for an 

everyday look. Pair it over any pink or 


clear gloss, and you’re good to go. This 

color has the potential to look good 

on light tones — just remember your 

lip liner! 

PURPLES 

Bite Beauty High Pigment Pencil in 

Violet (Sephora, $24) 

Bite Beauty is a great line to own. 

Their lip products have as many antioxidants 

in them as one glass of wine. 

Plus, they are pretty new, so no one 

will have your colors. Violet is a must 

for the purple-lip lovers and anyone 

with medium skin tones. 

ColoupPop Ultra Matte Lip 

in Zipper (colourpop.com, $6) 

For those who aren’t afraid to wow 

with lip color, this purple is the shade 

for you. This particular color will look 

the best on olive to dark skin tones. 

Covergirl Lipstick in Divine 

(Any drugstore, $5) 

Divine is the perfect, essential purple. 

It has buildable color, so you can 

make it as light or as dark as you want.

Quick tip: 

Before putting on any 

lipstick, do a little preparation. 

To keep your lipstick 

from looking dry and 

cakey (especially when 

wearing matte lipsticks), 

don’t forget to exfoliate 

with a little sugar and 

Vaseline scrub. Another 

tip is to use lip primers to 

both double as lip liner and 

keep your lipstick from 

creasing. Try Bite Beauty’s 

Line and Define Lip 

Primer (Sephora, $22). 

We recommend this color for light to 

medium skin tones. 

CORALS/REDS 

Bite Beauty High Pigment Pencil 

in Toast (Sephora, $24) 

Corals are usually very tricky for 

girls, but this one is too pretty to pass 

up. It’s just enough orange and just 

enough red. This color is the best on 

medium to dark skin tones. 

MAC Cosmetics Ruby Woo 

(MAC, $17) 

Ruby Woo is everyone’s perfect red. 

There is literally no one on this planet 

that cannot rock it. If you need 

to break out a red then this is your 

new go-to. 

CoverGirl Lipstick in Craving Coral 

(Any drugstore, $5) 

This orange red color has amazing 

pigmentation, feels great on, and is 

easy to apply. This color works best on 

fair to olive skin tones. 

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BEAUTY 

BRUSH 

By Lawson Mohl and Kaila Washington 

it off 

Whether you’re experienced with makeup 

or just starting out, the amount and variety 

of brushes available can be daunting. Here’s 

our guide to five basic face and eye brushes 

to help you create a flawless look. 

Buffing Brush 

Typically used for applying foundation, 

this brush has a dome-shaped 

head and is relatively dense. For the 

most-professional use, apply in circular 

motions all over the face. 

The Pointed 

Foundation Brush 

This brush is slightly dense, with a 

pointed end for defining a contour. To 

achieve the perfect face, make a “3” 

motion from the middle of your forehead, 

to the hollows of your cheeks, 

along the jawline and blend. 

Contour Brush 

Perfect for sculpting the cheekbones 

and nose, this brush is dense and cuts 

at an angle. The most professional way 

to contour is to feel for the hollows of 

your cheekbones, then use the brush 

and stroke upward while also using 

contour powder. You can lightly go 

down the sides of your nose using the 

same brush for a more defined look. 

Eyeliner Brush 

Getting the perfect wing is a challenge, but the thin, flexible bristles of an 

eyeliner brush help alleviate some of the pain. The shape of the brush makes 

getting a sharp line on the curves of your lids simple, and it’s easy to draw as 

thick or thin of a line as you want. This brush is mostly used with gel liner. 

Eyebrow Brush 

An eyebrow brush has angled bristles, 

which allows the brush to lay 

properly against your brow bone for 

easy defining. The angle of the bristles 

also lets you mimic your brow hairs by 

using short, quick strokes in sparse 

areas. But this tool isn’t single purpose 

— you can also use the eyebrow 

brush for your eyeliner. 

Cleaning Brushes 

No need to buy fancy brush cleaner! 

Every one to two weeks, put some 

warm water and either mild shampoo 

or antibacterial soap in your 

hand. Swirl the brush in the solution 

against your palm to get rid of any 

grime, then rinse in warm water. 

Be careful not to get water where 

the bristles meet the handle of the 

brush, as this can corrode the glue 

holding the tool together. 

Specialty cleaning 

Beauty Blender: Use baby wash and warm water or combine olive oil and 

dish-washing detergent. Pour liquid on the area you are cleaning and proceed 

to wash off in sink. 

Eyelash Comb: Take an old toothbrush, lather the bristles with warm, soapy 

water, and gently brush the spokes of the comb. Rinse in warm water. 


FASHION 

IT GIRL 

Zendaya 

By Leah Tobak 

Zendaya Maree Stoermor Coleman 

is the complete package. 

She’s an actress, dancer, singer 

and model all by age 19. Zendaya’s 

not afraid to take fashion risks — she 

always has an effortlessly cool and 

glamorous style. We couldn’t think of 

any other young starlet as fit to be this 

issue’s It Girl. 

Zendaya got her first big break starring 

in the Disney Channel show Shake 

It Up, where she showcased her singing 

and dancing alongside celebrity bestie, 

Bella Thorne. She then shimmied her 

way to runner up on Dancing with the 

Stars as the show’s youngest contestant 

at age 16. In 2013, she released 

her self-titled solo album, selling over 

7,000 copies in the first week. 

Recently, Zendaya has been making 

major moves in the fashion game. 2015 

was a huge year for this young starlet. 

She stepped into the big leagues with a 

feature in Taylor Swift’s “Bad Blood” 

music video as fierce sidekick, Cut- 

Throat. We all know that #GirlGang 


can’t be stopped. 

The biracial beauty also became an 

icon for multi-cultural women everywhere, 

when a Barbie doll was released 

in her likeness. Zendaya shows us she’s 

just getting started as she struts into 

2016 as the new face of Covergirl. 

Zendaya’s unique style is taking the 

red carpet by storm. Often seen flaunting 

edgy designs featuring bright 

colors and patterns, her taste is best 

described as eye-catching and unpredictable, 

yet chic. We loved the sophisticated 

and trendy red tiered Marchesa 

gown she recently wore to the Golden 

Globe Awards. But Z’s fashion risks 

don’t stop on the red carpet either; 

she’s constantly changing up her beauty 

look. Over the past year, we’ve seen 

her with everything from long wavy 

locks to a blunt straight bob. Zendaya 

can pull off any look. 

Not only is Zendaya a trendsetter, 

she’s also passionate about being 

a positive role model and keeping 

it real. She used her personal 

Instagram to call out a magazine for 

dramatically retouching her cover 

shot, creating “the unrealistic ideals 

of beauty that we have.” In a recent 

interview, Zendaya told E! News 

that she knows she has a voice that 

reaches many and wants to use it to 

encourage others. 

We can’t wait to see what bold move 

this It Girl pulls next.

FASHION 

Dress: Margoth Moore, 

student designer 

Accessories: Bluebird Charms 

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For more formal occasions, try 

a tailored jumpsuit in a fabric 

like crêpe or chiffon. This adds 

a feminine hourglass figure to a 

modern, menswear-inspired base. 

In a blue material, this outfit 

contrasts nicely with a pair of nude 

or metallic heels. 

Blazer, dress shirt, and slacks: 

Locker Room 

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Casual 

Spruce up a romper with a 

statement necklace and wedges 

for a more comfortable, but still 

polished look. Make this look fun 

with a fun floral pattern or add 

a pop of color by accessorizing a 

solid-colored romper. 

Shirt and slacks: Locker Room 

Lace romper: Az Well 

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FASHION 

Blastfrom 

the 

Past 

Fashion trends evolve, but some never go out of style. 

This spring and summer, it’s time to raid mom’s closet 

because some of our favorite classic looks are back from 

the past. Take at look at our guide to see how pieces 

from the ‘60s, ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s are being reinvented 

and combined for your 2016 wardrobe. 

New 

Makeup looks by Skye Jones and Mary Katherine 

Mathews with Bobbie Brown Cosmetics 

Old 

‘90s 

Dark tones, sneakers and simple, undone hair were 

trademarks of the ‘90s. To get the grunge aesthetic, pair 

classic Chuck Taylor High Tops with ripped high-waisted 

denim shorts, a crop top, and an essential flannel shirt. 

Don’t forget to finish the look with a choker! 

Old: 

Pants: Lavish 

New: 

Plaid shirt: Pants Store 

Shorts: Lavish 


‘80s 

Show stoppers like Madonna crashed 

on to the ‘80s fashion scene with bright 

colors and patterns paired with chunky 

jewelry and accessories. Pair bright 

colors with a cute mini skirt to give 

your closet an ‘80s flair. Complete 

your look and throwback to the flashy 

fabrics and accessories of the time with 

a pair of metallic sandals. 

Old 

New 

Old: 

Margoth Moore, student designer 

New: 

Top, skirt: Az Well 

Sandals: Selphi 


Old: 

Top: Brooks Cochran, student designer 

Pants: Selphi 

Headband: Az Well 

Necklace: Pants Store 

New: 

Top, sunglasses: Az Well 

Pants: Selphi 

‘70s 

New 

Bare feet, bell bottoms and good vibes 

are just a few things that come to mind 

when thinking of the ‘70s. Capture 

this bohemian look by pairing a flowy 

top with classic bell bottom jeans. Add 

tassel jewelry and flower crowns to 

truly mimic the hippie style. 

Old 


Old: 

Polka dot set: Miranda Barrett, 


Sandals: Francesca’s 

New: 

Tie dye set: Soul Diem 

Sandals: Francescas’s 

‘60s 

Old 

New 

Icons like Jackie O and Audrey 

Hepburn inspired women from every 

walk of life to step up their style. For 

a look straight from the ‘60s, focus 

on polka dots and pastels. Splashes of 

color keep this look simple but playful. 


FASHION 

Athleisure 

wear 

When you need to go from class to errand running to 

the gym all in one outfit, it’s hard to pick something that 

doesn’t skimp on style. You need an outfit that lets you 

to do it all. Let us introduce you to your new best friend: 

athleisure wear. It combines comfort and function to work 

just as hard as you do. You can head straight from class to 

the gym with confidence in athletic gear that looks great 

and performs better. There’s no need to look sloppy while 

breaking a sweat. With athleisure, your 5K run will be 

worthy of the runway. 

Outfits: CALIA by Carrie Underwood 


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minimalist fashion 

Photographer: Emily Heath 

Produced and styled by: 

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Maia Wade, Samantha Cupero, 

Deven Feldstein, Melissa Eisenach 

Necklace: Bluebird Charms 

Top: Soul Diem 

Pants, shoes: Market House 


BOTTOM LEFT: 


Top: Bevello 

Skirt: Francesca’s 

BOTTOM LEFT MIDDLE: 

Grey cape: Jon Duff-Gordon, 


Shirt, pants: Selphi 

BOTTOM RIGHT MIDDLE: 

Black dress: Bevello 

Beaded necklace: Lavish 



Shirt: Francesca’s 

Pants: Pants Store 


TOP LEFT: 

Black shirt: Pants Store 

Pants: Market House 


TOP MIDDLE: 

Dress: Christy’s Ladies Boutique 


Shoes: Market House 


HEALTH & FOOD 

Epiphany 

C a f é 

By Mary Clay Kline 

When Tuscaloosa native and UA 

graduate Tres Jackson first opened 

the doors to Epiphany Cafe, the chef 

had big dreams for the farm-to-table 

establishment. The restaurant, 

which opened over 12 years ago, 

provides creative small-plate style 

dishes utilizing ingredients from local 

farms. Epiphany’s menu, from 

appetizers to desserts, is inspired 

by both Southern tradition and 

foreign cuisine. 

If you’ve ever dined at Epiphany, 

you may have dropped in for its most 

popular menu item: fried Brussels 

sprouts. The crowd favorite appetizer 

is served tossed in sweet soy caramel 

and housemade hot sauce, then 

topped with kimchi, Korean-style 

pickled local vegetables. Jackson 

estimates that the restaurant runs 

through about 50 pounds of Brussels 

sprouts a week. Though the restaurant’s 

menu evolves constantly, the 

Brussels sprouts are a mainstay. The 

soy caramel and hot sauce laden version 

of the appetizer is moving to his 

new global street food restaurant en- 

deavor, Animal Butter, set to launch 

in April. But don’t worry — a new 

Brussels sprouts recipe will debut at 

Epiphany when the original 

leaves. 

Epiphany Cafe’s craft cocktail 

menu changes seasonally 

as well. Rebecca Doss, one of 

Epiphany’s longtime bartenders, 

recommends the Merrythought 

as the perfect cocktail 

to welcome spring. The refreshing 

gin drink includes St. Germain, 

lychee, lemon, strawberry and 

sparkling water. The gin featured in 

the Merrythought is 27 Springs Gin, 

which is distilled in Alabama. 

Epiphany Cafe is open for dinner 

Monday through Saturday, 5 p.m. 

until 10 p.m. with a happy hour Monday 

through Thursday from 5-7 p.m. 

when frugal foodies can enjoy a selection 

of menu items for half price. 

Epiphany Cafe is located at 519 

Greensboro Ave, Tuscaloosa. For 

more information, visit epiphanyfarm2fork.com. 


HEALTH & FOOD 

One Ingredient, 

Five Ways 

By Kimberly Suits 

This skinny grass-looking herb is milder than its larger counterpart, 

green onions, but still adds a hint of the onion flavor 

without overpowering any dish. Chives make the perfect summer 

herb, as they’re best raw or only slightly cooked. Many dishes benefit 

from a sprinkle of chives, especially egg dishes, and they’re a 

delightful garnish over salads, baked potatoes and soups. 

For those who love to cook with fresh herbs but can’t have a 

garden of their own, chives can be planted in a small pot and 

grown inside. They’re super easy to care for — just a little sunlight 

and water. Plus, the little bit of green can add life to any 

window sill. 

Most recipes call for fresh chives, which, if refrigerated in a 

plastic container, can last up to a week. But for busy students on 

a budget, the other option is to get dried chives that can be rehydrated 

with a little water. Either way, the herb will bring a splash 

of summer flavor to any dish. 

Best served topped with salsa and fresh avocado on the side. 

Lemon-Chive Long 

Grain Rice 

This rice adds a bright citrus flavor 

to any dish. 

Ingredients 

Ingredients 

1 tbsp olive oil 

4 large eggs 

2 ½ tbsp minced chives 

2 tbsp water 

dash of salt and pepper 

2 ounces cream cheese cubed 

Cream Cheese and Chive Omelet 

Directions 

1. In large nonstick skillet, heat olive 

oil over medium-high heat. 

2. Whisk eggs, 2 tbsp. chives, water, 

salt and pepper, then pour mixture 

into skillet. 

3. As egg mixture cooks, lift edges 

and allow the uncooked portion flow 

underneath. 

4. Once the eggs set sprinkle one side 

with cream cheese and extra ½ tbsp 

of chives; fold other side over the filling. 

Once filling is melted slide omelet 

onto a plate. 

2 tbsp butter 

1 small yellow onion, chopped 

2 cups long grain rice 

½ tsp ground turmeric 

zest from 1 lemon 

3 cups chicken or vegetable broth 

2 tbsp chives, finely chopped 

¼ tsp pepper 

Directions 

1. Melt butter in saucepan, add onions, 

and saute. 

2. Add rice and turmeric to pan and 

stir to coat rice. 

3. Add half of lemon zest and all of the 

broth, stir. Bring to a boil. 

4. Cover and simmer over low heat for 

20-25 minutes. 

5. Stir in remaining lemon zest and 

chives. 


Buttermilk and 

Chive Dressing 

This dressing is light, Southern and 

full of flavor. 

Ingredients 

¾ cup buttermilk 

½ cup mayonnaise 

3 tbsp chopped chives 

1 garlic clove, minced 

½ tsp salt 

¼ tsp ground black pepper 

Directions 

1. Whisk together all ingredients. 

Cover dressing and chill until ready 

to serve. 

The perfect compliment to a refreshing 

salad. 

Ingredients 

2 ¼ cup flour 

2 ½ tsp baking powder 

2 tsp sugar 

½ tsp baking soda 

½ tsp salt 

½ cup cold butter, cubed 

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 

3 tbsp chives, chopped 

1 cup buttermilk 

Cheddar Chive Savory Biscuits 

Directions 

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. 

2. In a large bowl, whisk the flour, 

baking powder, sugar, baking soda,and 

salt. Cut in butter with pastry 

knife or two butter knives until mixture 

resembles coarse crumbs; stir 

in cheese and chives. Add buttermilk 

and stir until moistened. 

3. Place on lightly floured surface; 

knead 8-10 times. Roll dough to ¾ 

inch. thickness. Cut with biscuit cutter 

or top of thin glass cup. 

4. Place 2 inches apart on a greased 

baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes 

or until golden brown. 

Shrimp with 

Chive Butter 

This recipe works well broiled or 

on the grill. Serve it over pasta and 

summer squash, tossed with the leftover 

butter. 

Ingredients 

1 cup butter 

2 garlic cloves, pressed 

¼ cup lemon juice 

6 tbsp chives, chopped 

½ tsp ground black pepper 

1 lb. shrimp, uncooked, peeled and 

deveined 

½ lb. whole wheat spaghetti 

2 cups chopped summer squash 

Directions 

1. Preheat broiler or grill. Spray baking 

sheet or grill basket with nonstick 

spray. 

2. Cook pasta and summer squash. 

3. Melt butter in small saucepan over 

low heat. 

4. Whisk in garlic and lemon juice, 

then add chives and pepper. 

5. Arrange shrimp, and brush with 

butter. Cook for 2 minutes, then flip 

and brush other side with butter. 

Cook for another 2 minutes. 


HEALTH & FOOD 

DoubleTime 

By Madison Sullivan 

Double the people to 

double your results. 

It’s always easier to hit the gym when you’ve got a 

friend to keep you accountable. We formulated a fitness 

routine that requires you to actually have your 

partner with you to complete the workout. 

How It Works 

Abs, arms, legs and glutes are all included in this partner 

workout. Complete the circuit two times through, 

taking a one-minute break following the Medicine Ball 

Swing and Pass. As your fitness level builds, you may 

want to add onto the number of times you complete the 

circuit and increase the pace. Once you’ve finished the 

circuits, complete the stretches and rehydrate. 

1. Plank with High Fives (20) 

Face your partner in plank position. Lift opposite 

arms, straightening them in front of you. Hit your 

partner’s palm and lower your arms back down. Repeat 

with the other arm. Be sure to keep your core 

engaged during the entire set. 

2. Squatting Medicine Ball Pass (20) 

Squat with your back pressed up against your partner’s 

back. While you’re both in squatting position, 

pass a 5-pound medicine ball around your torsos, 

handing it off. Make sure to stay in a full squat and 

engage your core. Each partner should have the ball 

ten times. 


3. Leg Raises (10) 

One partner stands while the other lays down flat 

on their back. The partner on the ground grabs the 

ankles of the other. The partner on the ground then 

engages their core pulling their legs up above them. 

The standing partner then pushes their feet back 

down towards the ground. Without letting their feet 

hit the ground, the partner on the floor repeats pulling 

their legs above them. Once this has been completed 

10 times, switch. 

5. Stretch 

Once you’ve repeated the circuit as many times as possible, 

cool down with a 5-10 minute stretching session with your 

partner. We have included two partner stretches, but don’t 

forget to add your own into the mix. 

Leg Stretch: 

One partner lies on their back. The other partner 

kneels at their feet and pushes their leg back as far as 

it can go. You should feel tension in your muscles but 

not pain; go only as far as your body allows you. You 

will gain flexibility over time. 

4. Medicine Ball Swing and Pass (10) 

Standing a few feet away from one another, hold a 

5-pound medicine ball in front of you. Twisting and 

tightening your core, swing the medicine ball in a 

wide arc from right to left. Once the ball is all the way 

to the left of your body, release the ball and toss it to 

your partner. Your partner will then repeat this process, 

using the momentum of the ball to turn all the 

way to their left then back to their right. 

Back Stretch: 

One partner sits with their legs out in front. The 

other partner kneels behind and pushes the first partners’ 

back until their body is as flat to their legs as it 

can go. 


HEALTH & FOOD 

What’s your 

signature drink? 

1. Your Friday test is finished, now what? 

a. Looking at my to-do list — lots to do. 

b. Time to watch the Kardashians. 

c. Go home, jump into sweatpants until 

it’s time to get dressed for the night. 

d. “WHO HAS A BOTTLE!?” 

2. At 9 p.m. on Sunday night, you are...? 

a. Packing my backpack, reviewing 

my readings. 

b. Watching last week’s The Bachelor. 

c. Watching Downton Abbey with a 

glass of wine. 

d. The accumulated hangover would kill 

me, so I’m still drinking. 

3. You have an 8 a.m. class, what are 

you wearing? 

a. Jeans, cute sweater, and my makeup 

is done. 

b. Oversized t-shirt with makeup and 

hair done. 

c. Messy bun, leggings, maybe some 

mascara on a good day. 

d. Do people go to those? 

4. Movie night with the girls, your first pick is? 

a. Pride and Prejudice, new rendition. 

b. Anything based off a Nicholas 

Sparks novel. 

c. Breakfast at Tiffany’s 

d. Pitch Perfect 2 

5. Describe your current resume. 

a. Printed and ready. 

b. Does my high-school one count? 

c. Could use work, but it says what 

it needs to. 

d. Ohhh ... About that ... 

6. Your dream wedding is...? 

a. Hometown chapel. 

b. A romantic day with a floralcovered 

ballroom. 

c. Someplace modern where I can enjoy the 

day with family and friends. 

d. A destination wedding; can you 

say beach!? 

7. What’s on the bottom of your purse? 

a. Everything is in its appropriate pocket. 

b. Every lipstick I own. 

c. Gum, receipts, Chapstick. 

d. Only the necessities: phone, ID/debit card, 

and Innisfree VIP card. 

8. When did you start working on your 

summer plans? 

a. Last summer. 

b. My parents are lining something up. 

c. I started reaching out a few 

months ago. 

d. I’ll figure something out when it 

gets here. 

9. At the movies, you can’t live without...? 

a. Raisinets 

b. Twizzlers 

c. Popcorn 

d. My flask; it fits in my purse! 

10. What does your most embarrassing drunk 

story involve? 

a. This one time my drunk friend... 

b. Curtains, cupcakes, and a 

wrong number. 

c. Too many rounds of flip cup, a spoon, 

and the song “Milkshakes.” 

d. Funnel, palm tree, stuffed tiger. 

Mostly As: Always the DD 

You’ve claimed your seat and you’re drinking 

Shirley Temples. You’re going to be the 

most responsible bridesmaid and are always 

willing to pick up unwanted tasks. 

Mostly Bs: Something sweet: Daiquiri, 

Lemon Drop, Cosmos, Spritzers, Sweet Wine, 

or Light Beer 

You’re probably the newbie. You have like 12 

best friends. Picking what outfit to wear is one 

of the biggest decisions you’ve made all week. 

You like keeping up with your celebrity icons 

and making every day fun. 

Mostly Cs: Classic Mix: Vodka & Tonic, 

Whiskey & Coke, Martini, “Good” Wine, or 

Craft Beer 

You’ve been around the block a time or two 

and know what you like. You pretty much 

know who you are, but can’t deny a chance to 

unwind. Your friends say you are the mom of 

the group and have your life put together as 

the most level-headed, with one or two go-to 

close friends. 

Mostly Ds: Straight up: Vodka, Tequila, or a 

shot of anything 

You’re down to have fun and tend to gravitate 

to the center of attention. You’re looking 

for an adventure around every turn. Your 

friends say you’re a party animal, and you 

can’t even try to deny it. 


Features 

Soak Up the Sun 

Getting Over Jealousy 

Fashion with a Heart 

Music Festival Roundup 

Fad Diet or Bad Diet 

StyleBone 

Not Your Babe 

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Photographer: Emily Heath 


When summer hits, it’s all road trips, sun-kissed skin, 

and hot days that turn into simmering nights. Embrace the 

season’s laissez-faire approach with a wardrobe that accents 

the ease of beachside escapes and festive soirees. The summer 

is yours for the taking. So whether you’re marrying preppy 

classics with snappy twists or opting for styles as free as your 

schedule, you can’t go wrong. It’s easy to let the sounds of 

summer inspire your looks when music festivals are scattered 

throughout the season. From mesh crop tops to denim cut offs 

to fringe details, now’s the time to let the good vibes flow. 


Top, shorts and necklace: Pants Store 

Plaid top and shorts: Locker Room 

Photographer: Hanna Curlette 


Tie dye dress: Soul Diem 

Tie dye romper: Soul Diem 

Crochet top: Pants Store 

Accessories: Pants Store and Francesca’s 

Alice April 2016 [39] 

Photographer: Trent McDaniel

Floral Romper: Lucca 

Photographer: Ramsey Griffin 



Photographer: Emily Heath

Photographer: Ramsey Griffin 


Fringe geometric set: Lucca 

Photographer: Trent McDaniel 


Fringe top: Lavish 




Fringe top: Pants Store 

Jean shorts: Pants Store 






Beige crochet vest: Pants Store 

Brown shorts: Pants Store 

Necklace: Pants Store 

Black tied romper: Lucca 


Getting Over 

Jealousy 


By Allison Cohen and 

Elizabeth Elkin 

Remember that boy you 

dated in seventh grade? 

Well, he’s dating another 

girl, and she’s pregnant. 

Catherine Faust, a student at The 

University of Alabama, can relate. 

“And I’m not jealous at all because I 

don’t want a child at all in any form,” 

she says. “But...they make it look 

pretty cute.” 

We’ve all experienced it in one form 

or another. Whether you’re a middle 

child, new to a relationship, or in a 

friend group, chances are you’ve come 

face-to-face with Shakespeare’s greeneyed 

monster: jealousy. The all-consuming 

emotion has a tendency to 

creep up on us. But don’t worry, there’s 

a way to curb it. 

On the surface, jealousy is the fear 

of losing what’s yours. However, when 

it comes to describing the thoughts, 

feelings and interactions that go 

along with the emotion, things 

can get more complicated. Clinical 

psychologist Shelley Bresnick 

splits jealousy into two categories: 

outward and underlying 

emotions. 

“Anger and resentment are

the overriding emotions you’ll outwardly 

see,” Bresnick says. “But a 

sense of feeling rejected underlies 

those emotions.” 

To get a better grasp at how to 

curb our jealous selves, we have to go 

straight to the source. 

Understanding the Process 

Cue the brain signals. 

Bresnick compares jealousy to 

a fight or flight response. We feel 

threatened by situations, such as another 

girl talking to our significant 

other, and our immediate reaction is 

jealousy. She said this could result in 

either an outward burst of anger or 

inner resentment. 

The American Psychological Association 

have linked jealousy to a specific 

part of our brains, the prefrontal 

cortex. The magic that happens here 

relates back to whether you feel happy 

(left cortex) or sad (right cortex.) 

Studies have shown there to be more 

action in the left cortex in situations 

that prompt jealousy. 

If in the past you haven’t felt accepted 

by your family, Bresnick says, you 

may be more likely to feel that way 

with your peers. This can form a pattern 

of feeling unaccepted in different 

aspects of your life. Bresnick gives the 

example of a couple. 

“One person in a relationship might 

feel jealous because the other has 

close friendships,” she says. “They 

might feel their partner is confiding 

too much in one of their friends. They 

might think, ‘You’re putting too much 

into these other relationships, so what 

does that leave for me?’” 

However, jealousy isn’t confined 

to only face-to-face interactions. We 

live in a digital world, so what we 

see online has a huge impact on our 

jealousy radar. 

The Influence of Social Media 

Instagram: the mecca of people you 

want to be, taking pictures in all the 

places you want to visit. Or Facebook, 

where the girl who always bit her nails 

is now living your dream internship 

(with perfect cuticles). 

Looking through the lens of what appears 

to be someone’s perfect life can 

cause insecurities in our own. 

“It’s when people look like they have 

their stuff together,” says Lindsey 

Young, a UA student. “I try to tell 

myself I’m going to work harder and 

find a successful job, but I end up just 

stalking them on Instagram.” 

Bresnick explains that the image 

of people we see on social media is 

pre-sculpted. 

“You’re comparing yourself to a positive 

image rather than a real person,” 

Bresnick says. 

Social media allows others to edit 

and re-edit the image they want to be 

perceived as. It can be hard to see past 

the almost too dreamy couple and the 

perfectly placed coffee mug, but we 

don’t always think about the real person 

behind the picture. Once we step 

back from the filters, we can then stop 

the comparisons and focus on reality. 

Curbing Jealousy 

The layers of jealousy tend to merge 

together, and Bresnick suggests breaking 

down exactly what you’re feeling to 

separate your thoughts between the 

jealous and the rational. 

“Some of it is becoming more aware 

of what you’re thinking and feeling,” 

Bresnick says. “And when you’re more 

aware, you can start to understand it 

more. And as a result, you’re able to let 

go of it.” 

In addition, if you’re thinking negatively 

about yourself, Bresnick says to 

change your thinking to see the things 

you like about yourself. By redirecting 

your thoughts, you spend less brain 

power wondering why you aren’t somebody 

else and more brain power appreciating 

the person you are. 

Bresnick suggests asking yourself 

questions that put your situation in 

perspective, such as, “What does this 

really mean for me?” She says this can 

help you accurately assess your negative 

feelings and successfully kick your 

jealous streak. 

Jealousy, in small amounts, is natural. 

It can help you break bad habits or 

go after the dream job you’ve always 

wanted. Use it to your advantage! 

But don’t let it get in between you, 

reality and the Netflix series you’re 

binge watching. 


FASHION 

WITH A 

HEART 


By Emily Williams 

In February, New York 

Fashion Week brought 

the $1.2 trillion fashion 

industry into sharp focus 

on a global scale. 

It is the realm of the 

absurd and the absurdly 

overpriced, with past offerings including 

Kanye West’s $1,600 ripped 

sweater or Rodarte’s couture Star 

Wars gown collection. But behind all 

the glitz and glamour, the fashion 

industry’s ethical reputation is increasingly 

under scrutiny. In an industry 

that employs nearly one-sixth of 

the world’s population and creates the 

second-highest amount of pollution, 

accountability is hard to come by. 

But a growing number of businesses 

are making a mark by putting charitable 

causes at the center of their designs. 

Fashion for a cause is an increasingly 

popular way for both companies and 

consumers to make a statement about 

their values and put their money where 

their heart is. 

“In a traditional sense, it used to be 

that for-profit companies made products 

and did services, and not-for-profit 

companies were the ones that worked 

within causes and messages,” says Joel 

Strayer, a marketing instructor at The 

University of Alabama. “(Now) we live 

in an age where companies have to give 

added value to the customer. I think 

the recession and the recovery has had 

a lot to do with the value being created 

for customers in buying goods that 

also have causes attached to them.”

Strayer explains that the way these 

goods are priced, the actual market 

price of a product is combined with 

the amount of a charitable donation, 

so the consumer is technically overpaying 

for the good. But the charitable 

element adds value to the product 

and an emotional benefit for the consumer. 

In the long run, he says, causebased 

fashion may save money because 

the marketing costs for the business 

and the charity are consolidated, 

which puts more money toward the 

charitable donations. 

“The market is efficient, so you probably 

have a higher volume of people 

who are willing to go out and buy [the 

product] and at the same time make 

the donation, than people who would 

just naturally go out and donate to a 

charity,” Strayer says. “Overall, you’re 

seeing more dollars go to that than 

you would in just a traditional, purely 

charity sense.” 

While the practice is most commonly 

associated with clothing or shoes, 

Strayer says the trend of businesses 

partnering with causes is likely to increase 

in the future. 

“Right now, with today’s consumer, I 

think it’s a strong marketing strategy 

and a strong way to differentiate yourself 

from a company that just delivers 

a strong product,” he says. “I think 

where you see a majority of the success 

is when you start off with a cause and 

then build into making a product that 

people desire.” 

One of the businesses with a cause 

at the root of their products is Rahab’s 

Rope in Gainesville, Georgia. Founded 

by Vicki Moore in 2004, Rahab’s 

Rope is a non-profit store and ministry 

that provides aftercare and education 

for women who are victims of human 

trafficking in India. 

The women are taught to sew and 

make jewelry, and the products they 

make, including accessories, bags, 

scarves, and journals, are sold in the 

Gainesville store. The program’s goal 

is to help rehabilitate the women and 

prepare them to support themselves in 

society. 

“We’re not trying to employ women 

the rest of their lives. We want to be 

the transitional period for them,” says 

Moore, owner of Rahab’s Rope. “But 

in that transitional period of rehabilitation, 

they need to be able to sustain 

themselves and have some income to be 

able to start rebuilding.” 

Moore travels back and forth between 

India and Georgia, working in four Indian 

cities across the country and running 

the store. She said the business 

has been successful because it is not 

simply a charity; it gives the women 

a chance to make lasting changes in 

their lives. 

“We’re setting a model for the women 

to not just expect someone to come in 

and hand them everything,” she says. 

“They’re also learning how to work 

and provide things for themselves.” 


Rahab’s Rope supports women in 

three ways: rehabilitating women who 

have been rescued from the sex trade, 

building relationships with women 

currently working in the sex industry 

in order to help them escape, and preventing 

women from getting into the 

business to begin with. 

“We were seeing teenage girls in a 

community where a lot of suicide attempts 

were happening,” Moore says. 

“That was due to the fact that they 

never were allowed to go to school, and 

so they couldn’t get a job, and then 

their families just told them that they 

were a burden. In their minds, their 

families would just be better off if they 

didn’t exist.” 

Through their programs, Moore and 

her team provide the women basic vocational 

training and life skills. They 

also work with the women’s parents to 

help them understand the importance 

of education. Last year, Rahab’s Rope 

and its affiliates were able to open a 

home for children rescued from redlight 

districts. 

Unlike other non-profit stores that 

sell a variety of fair-trade products 

from around the world, Moore says 

her store is unique because almost 

all of the products she sells are made 

by rescued women in India. Profits 

from the store cover all operational 

costs and marketing costs, so she is 

able to send 100 percent of donations 

directly overse. 

She says her message resonates with 

customers because they can see the direct 

connection their money has with 

changing lives in India. 

“We have a lot of people who come in 

the store who have never heard of us, 

and once they hear the story they go, 

‘Oh, well I can’t leave without buying 

something,’” she says. 

In addition to non-profit, causebased 

fashion businesses, an increasing 

number of for-profit businesses 

are working to align themselves 

with a message. Well-known brands 

like TOM’s and Target’s FEED line 


brought cause fashion to popular attention, 

but smaller companies are 

working to bring change to the fashion 

industry by going beyond sweatshops 

and synthetic fabrics. 

The sustainable fashion company 

Zady, based in New York City, calls 

itself “a lifestyle destination for conscious 

consumers.” The company assembles 

its clothing in the United 

States using ethically sourced materials 

and environmentally-friendly manufacturing 

processes. 

Zady was established in 2013 by 

friends Soraya Darabi and Maxine 

Bédat, who felt disconnected from the 

clothes they were buying. They began 

their company by selling products from 

ethical brands and telling the story behind 

how the garments were made. In 

2014, the company began manufacturing 

and selling its own line. 

UA student Lindsay Rieland worked 

as a marketing intern for Zady in the 

summer of 2015. The senior marketing 

major says she was drawn to 

the company because of their values 

and the opportunity to help people 

through business. 

“Zady really appreciates transparency 

in the supply chain,” Rieland says. 

“So you know that the shirt on your 

back is coming from artisans 

that are paid enough 

and treated well, and 

they’re using raw materials 

that aren’t killing the 

environment.” 

Rieland says she 

knew very little about 

the importance of sustainable 

fashion before 

she began working at Zady but now 

has a new appreciation for the benefits 

of making informed purchases. 

While Zady’s line is more expensive 

than what she calls “fast fashion” 

brands, she says the long-term benefits 

for the environment, workers and 

consumer outweigh the temporary 

cost disparity. 

“These days it’s so easy to go into 

Forever 21 or H&M and buy something 

that you know you’re only going 

to wear once,” she says. “A lot of 

people don’t think about why these 

clothes are so cheap. Why are we buying 

something that’s $2? I mean, yeah, 

it’s cheap, but what are the impacts on 

the whole world?” 

Zady Relationship Manager Navah 

Rosenbaum says being transparent 

about the process of producing their 

clothing helps customers feel more 

connected to their purchases. 

“There’s really a crisis, I think, in 

how things are getting made,” Rosenbaum 

says. “Similar to the food industry 

where we were really disconnected 

from where our food came from and 

then as brands like Whole Foods came 

along and taught consumers to think 

about those things, that really opened 

people’s eyes.” 

Rosenbaum says Zady’s long-term 

goal is to change the way consumers 

think about fashion and its global effects. 

Other companies, she says, have 

looked to Zady as an example of how to 

maintain a profitable brand while upholding 

higher ethical standards. 

“I hope that the fashion industry 

will start taking more accountability 

for where products that they’re selling 

“ ... the shirt on your back is 

coming from artisans that are 

paid enough and treated well, and 

they’re using raw materials that 

aren’t killing the environment.” 

come from and I hope that consumers 

start demanding that more and more 

so that there will be a lot more transparency,” 

Rosenbaum says. “And I 

hope that consumers will feel empowered 

to make better choices and understand 

what their impact really is.”


ENTERTAINMENT 

Summer 2k16 

Festival Roundup 

The Governors Ball in NYC 

(Photo by Forrest Woodward) 

By Katie Bell 

Grab your flower crowns and 

cheap sunglasses — our favorite 

season of the year is here! 

That’s right: music festival 

time. Whether you’re hitting a 

sunny beach or braving a techno 

forest, Alice has the scoop 

on the most sought-out festivals 

of the summer. Ranging 

from twangy country to upbeat 

electronic jams, we’ve got your 

guide to the best live music of 

the season. So whether you’re 

grabbing your cowboy boots 

or flash tattoos, this ultimate 

summer music festival lineup 

can’t be beat. 

1. “A LITTLE BIT OF 

EVERYTHING” FESTIVALS 

Beale Street Music Festival 

(Memphis, TN) 

With a range of artists spanning 

from the greatest rockstars to the 

newest rap artists, Beale Street 

Music Festival is a top priority 

if you’re looking for a low-commitment 

festival. This year’s 

headliners include Beck, Weezer, 

Train, Jason Derulo, Meghan 

Trainor, and Grace Potter. Tom 

Lee Park can be found right off 

the mighty Mississippi and has 

been locally deemed as“Mudfest” 

for its swampy conditions during 

rainy season each year. Rain 

won’t stop the fun though, so grab 

those rain boots and hit the banks 

for the ultimate soulful Memphis 

music experience. 


Firefly Music Festival 

(Dover, DE) 

With major headliners Mumford 

& Sons, Ellie Goulding, Fetty 

Wap, Blink-182, Earth Wind & 

Fire and many others, the Firefly 

lineup is stacked. If you’re looking 

for a little taste of every genre 

and can’t wait to hit the camping 

grounds to get there, look no further. 

Located in Dover, Delaware, 

this festival is definitely making 

our can’t-miss list. 

Hangout Music Festival 

(Gulf Shores, AL) 

Looking for a festival experience 

that brings all of your favorites — 

sun, beach and live music — together 

into one magnificent weekend? 

The Hangout in Gulf Shores, 

Alabama will provide you with 

just that in one fun-packed weekend. 

General admission passes 

are going for $269, which includes 

a wristband for every day and 

re-entry into the festival. Don’t 

miss this fantastic opportunity 

to gather your friends on one of 

Alabama’s most beautiful beaches 

and see your favorite artists. 

Lollapalooza (Chicago, IL) 

Last year’s headliners included Paul McCartney, Sam Smith, Metallica, 

The Weekend and Bassnectar. Do we have your attention yet? Lollapalooza 

will be celebrating its 25th anniversary this year with a lineup 

that is sure to be one for the books. Located in Grant Park in the middle 

of downtown Chicago overlooking Lake Michigan, this usual three-day 

event is upgrading to a four-day festival for its big anniversary. Tickets 

for Lollapalooza will go on sale mid-spring, so book a hotel, find some 

friends, and prepare for one of the greatest weekends this summer music 

schedule has to offer. 

INTENSITY METER 

Level 1: mild-mannered and easygoing 

Small, easy commitment for money and travel expenses 

Level 2: middle-ground music festivals 

Could require travel and financial commitment; temperature 

factor; likely requires camping 

Level 3: intense; not recommended for first-time 

festival goers 

Extreme commitment and planning; financial commitment; 

traveling commitment— requires camping; 

spans more than a weekend 

Bonnaroo (Manchester, TN) 

You’ve probably been talking about it for years, so this summer, head to 

the farm for an experience unlike any other. Bonaroo’s 700-acre farm in 

Manchester, Tennessee is the perfect place to camp, make new friends, 

and listen to an unbeatable lineup. Known for its extreme middle-Tennessee 

summer heat, Bonnaroo also has mushroom fountains that are 

perfect for cooling off in between sets. This four-day festival is typically 

for the most-intense festival lovers, so prior planning is a must. But 

with headliners like Pearl Jam, Grace Potter, Band of Horses, Dead and 

Company, and J. Cole, this festival will be nothing short of unforgettable. 

Don’t forget to sign the famous graffiti wall when you get there! 

The Governors Ball 

(New York City, NY) 

With headliners like Kanye 

West and The Killers, and an 

NYC venue, what’s not to love? 

Originally started in 2011 as a 

one-day festival, the Governors 

Ball has grown to a three-day 

event with major headliners on 

each day. There’s no better excuse 

to visit New York City, so 

round up a group and hit Randall’s 

Island Park to knock some 

of your favorite artists off your 

music festival bucket list.

2. COUNTRY FESTIVALS 

CMA Music Festival (Nashville, TN) 

As one of the biggest country music festivals of the 

year, the CMA Music Festival hosts all the greats. So 

if you’re a diehard country music lover, you can’t miss 

this event. The four-day festival features hundreds of 

performers, nightly concerts, and meet-and-greets in 

the Nissan Stadium across the river from downtown 

Nashville. So if it hasn’t already, the CMA Music Festival 

needs to make your calendar this summer. 

Photo courtesy of Euphoria 

Rock the Ocean’s 

Tortuga Music Festival 

(Fort Lauderdale, FL) 

With headliners like Blake Shelton, 

Tim McGraw, Joe Nichols 

and Lynyrd Skynyrd, you won’t 

want to miss the Tortuga Music 

Festival. The three stages spread 

across the Fort Lauderdale beach 

dare you to plant yourself in the 

sand and be serenaded by some 

of the best country music around. 

Plus, with every ticket purchased, 

a portion of the proceeds goes toward 

the Rock the Ocean’s foundation 

to raise awareness for 

ocean conservation. Is there a better 

way to spend a weekend than 

by hitting the beach, hearing your 

favorite country singers, and supporting 

ocean conservation? 

LOCAL FESTIVALS 

Yellowhammer Festival 

(Tuscaloosa, AL) 

Keeping the vibes good is 

Yellowhammer’s goal. It is 

an eco- and family-friendly 

music festival — the first of 

its kind in Tuscaloosa. Sip 

on some local beers, soak up 

the summer sun and jam out 

to regional artists like The 

Doctors and the Lawyers, 

Shaheed and DJ Supreme, 

Wray and Looksy. Make sure 

to stay till the end to catch 

the final performance, Sister 

Hazel. The Festival will 

be held at the Tuscaloosa 

River Market on April 3rd. 

For more information, go to 

creativecampus.ua.edu. 

Bayou Country Superfest 

(Baton Rouge, LA) 

Located in the heart of Baton 

Rouge at the LSU Tiger Stadium, 

the Bayou Country Superfest is 

almost a pilgrimage for country 

fans. With returning headliners 

like Jason Aldean, Eric Church 

and Luke Bryan, plus the added 

bonus of tailgating the festival 

around the stadium, there’s no 

reason not to attend. Dust off 

those cowboys boots and head 

down to the Bayou this Memorial 

Day weekend for some of the best 

country at an unbeatable price. 

Sloss Music & 

Arts Festival 

(Birmingham, AL) 

Sloss Fest is returning to 

Birmingham for its second 

year at Sloss Furnaces this 

July, with new headlining 

artists and other Alabama 

favorites. Ryan Adams — hot 

on the music scene for his altrock 

cover of Taylor Swift’s 

album, 1989 — will headline, 

along with Ray Lamontagne, 

Ben Harper, Death Cab For 

Cutie, The Flaming Lips 

and The Innocent Criminals. 

Two-day passes for the event 

are going for $150 the day of 

the event, a price well worth 

a weekend full of music, art, 

food and drinks. 

3. ELECTRONIC FESTIVALS 

Euphoria 

(Austin, TX) 

Less than a 10-minute drive from 

the Austin-Bergstrom International 

Airport in Austin, Texas, 

Euphoria lives up to its name. 

With headliners such as Dillon 

Francis, STS9, Juicy J, Tycho 

and Bassnectar, this festival has 

definitely caught our attention. 

Hit the ranch this spring, pitch a 

tent, and get ready for a weekend 

filled with fun, friends and great 

music you won’t want to miss. 

Mysteryland USA 

(Bethel, NY) 

Mysteryland USA is located on 

the famous Woodstock stomping 

grounds, so you know 

this festival means business. 

With killer headliners like 

Odesza, Skrillex, Bassnectar 

and Young Thug included in 

just the first phase, it’s obvious 

this festival is destined for 

greatness. Mysterland USA 

has camping and non-camping 

options available, so plan 

accordingly for the 3-day electronic 

music extravaganza at 

Bethel Woods. We’ve marked 

our calendars for June 10-13, 

and you should too! 

4. ROCK FESTIVALS 

WHAT TO BRING 

Every music festival has 

requirements for what is 

permitted and banned 

on official music festival 

websites. Alice recommends 

the necessities: water bottle 

(a clear, empty Camelbak 

to pass during the security 

check), sunscreen and 

chapstick, camping gear, 

comfortable shoes, and 

most importantly, good 

vibes and great friends to 

kick it with during your 

ultimate live-music weekend. 

A pop-up tent, rolling 

cooler, and small propane 

grill are highly recommended 

when spending a 

weekend on site to see your 

favorite bands. 

JUST DO IT! 

Ticket prices increase closer 

to the event, and our advice 

to you is this: commit 

to a festival, find some good 

friends, and get ready for a 

great weekend full of live 

music you won’t forget. 

Shaky Knees (Atlanta, GA) 

With headliners including Florence + The Machine, My Morning Jacket, 

Walk the Moon and Young the Giant, who’s not heading to Atlanta 

for this awesome event? The Shaky Knees music festival includes five 

stages hosting some of rock’s biggest artists in the middle of downtown 

Atlanta. The festival is low-commitment but high quality music, so don’t 

miss your chance for a stress-free festival weekend. 


Summer 2k16 

Festival Roundup 

Bayou Country Superfest 

Where: Tiger Stadium, 

Baton Rouge, LA 

When: May 27–29, 2016 

Euphoria 

Where: Carson Creek Ranch, 

Austin, TX 

When: April 8–10, 2016 


Electric Forest 

Where: Doube JJ Resort, 

Rothbury, MI 

When: June 23–26, 2016 

Lollapalooza 

Where: Grant Park, 

Chicago, IL 

When: July 28–31, 2016 

Bonnaroo 

Where: Great Stage Park, 

Manchester, TN 

When: June 9–12, 2016 

Beale Street Music Festival 

Where: Tom Lee Park, 

Memphis, TN 

When: April 29–May 1, 2016 

Sloss Music & Arts Festival 

Where: Birmingham, AL 

When: July 16–17, 2016 

Mysteryland USA 

Where: Bethel Woods, 

Bethel, NY 

When: June 10–13, 2016 

The Governors Ball 

Where: Randall’s Island Park, 

New York City, NY 

When: June 3–5, 2016 

Firefly Music Festival 

Where: The Woodlands, 

Dover, DE 

When: June 16–19, 2016 

CMA Music Festival 

Where: Nissan Stadium, 

Nashville, TN 

When: June 9–12, 2016 

Shaky Knees 

Where: Centennial Olympic Park 

and International Plaza 

Atlanta, GA 

When: May 13–15, 2016 

Tortuga Music Festival 

Where: Fort Lauderdale Beach 

Park, Fort Lauderdale, FL 

When: April 15–17, 2016 

Yellowhammer Festival 

Where: Tuscaloosa River Market, 

Tuscaloosa, AL 

When: 2:00–8:30p.m., April 3, 2016 

Hangout Music Festival 

Where: Gulf Shores, AL 

When: May 20–21, 2016 


adDIET 

fad or 

The Cabbage Soup Diet 

By Madison Sullivan 

Outline of the Cabbage Soup Diet 

For the entirety of the diet, eat as much of 

the cabbage soup recipe as you can along with 8 

glasses of water each day. For day one, eat only 

eat fresh fruits. Day two, eat only fresh vegetables 

and one baked potato with butter. Day three, 

eat only fresh fruits and vegetables. Day four, eat 

only nonfat yogurt, skim milk, and up to 8 bananas. 

Day five, eat up to six tomatoes and skinless 

protein. Day six, eat only fresh vegetables and 

protein. Day seven, eat only fresh fruits and vegetables. 

When asked if I wanted to do the Cabbage Soup 

Diet and write an article about it, I thought, why 

not? I love healthy foods, so how hard could it possibly 

be? This would prove to be the first of many 

foolish thoughts I had over the course of the week. 

So to start out, I went to the Wikipedia page, as one 

does, and read all the horrible things people have 

to say about it. Armed with the knowledge that it 

would make me lose 10 pounds in water weight, 

tastes extremely bland, and was anonymously created 

(never a good sign), I was ready to take on 

the challenge. 

Day one: 

My mom decided last minute to join 

me in my weight-loss endeavors, and 

I woke up to the smell of soup on the 

stove. It smelled pretty appetizing, so 

I wasn’t too discouraged. Yet I still 

waited as long as I possibly could to 

take a bite. I knew immediately it was 

going to be a long week. The taste 

could only be described as water with 


a slight hint of “bleh.” I ate a bowl of 

it however, along with an orange, an 

apple and some grapes. By the end of 

the day, I was growling at anyone who 

mentioned anything they’d eaten, and 

physically threatened my brother when 

he didn’t finish a perfectly good chocolate 

milkshake. 

Today’s craving: saltine crackers 

Total weight loss: 1 pound 

Day 2: 

Well, my mom quit if that’s any indication 

for how this diet was going. 

Granted, she looks like Malibu Barbie 

and was only doing it for moral support 

— but needless to say, I was not 

thrilled to go it on my own. I ate a bowl 

of soup, some green beans, and a salad 

topped with vegetables and oil and vinegar 

for lunch. By the end of the day, I

was so weak I was stumbling around. 

Thankfully the diet allows a baked 

potato with butter for dinner. Let me 

tell you — it was the best baked potato 

of my life, and I literally picked 

it up and ate it with my hands. As I 

lay in bed watching F•R•I•E•N•D•S 

and drooling over the chocolate chip 

cookies Joey and Monica were eating, 

I realized I might have already gone 

partially insane. Bring it on day three! 

Today’s craving: popcorn mixed with 

cheese doodles 

Total Weight loss: 2 pounds 

Day 3: 

This was the day that I learned I 

like to torture myself. All day I stared 

at videos of people cooking food and 

pinned roughly five hundred unhealthy 

foods to my recipe board on Pinterest. 

For lunch I had a fruit bowl from 

Chick-fil-a (because what’s a waffle fry 

anyway?), and for dinner I had another 

oil and vinegar vegetable salad, along 

with a bowl of soup, an orange and 

some grapes. At this point, my bones 

ached, and I was desperately trying 

to keep the taste of that tiny spoonful 

of broccoli and cheddar soup my mom 

gave me in my mouth. If I could say, 

“No, go on without me; save yourself,” 

to someone, I would. 

Today’s cravings: A candy bar 


Day 4: 

Well if I have gained one thing from 

this diet, it’s willpower. Yes it’s true; 

I have become extremely talented at 

sitting across from people eating delicious 

foods while I sip on a water. 

Eight-count nugget with fries? I’ve 

done it. Mac and cheese? Easy. Salad 

with a ton of ranch? Oh, it happened. 

Caramel popcorn? Don’t even get me 

started. Today, along with my soup, 

I had a banana blended with a cup of 

skim milk and ice, and three different 

kinds of nonfat yogurt. And let me 

tell you: just because they claim the 

yogurt is cheesecake flavored, doesn’t 

mean it’s cheesecake flavored. 

Today’s cravings: Chick-fil-a sauce 

Total Weight Loss: 4 pounds 

Day 5: 

Just to reiterate, cabbage soup is 

terrible, and I do mean terrible. Don’t 

listen to what anyone says, no amount 

of spice or willpower can make it taste 

good. This day along with my soup, I 

had a small chicken breast with some 

diced tomatoes on top, a grilled 8 count, 

and two tiny turkey sausages. And … 

okay, alright, you caught me: a handful 

of SweeTarts. They were taunting me, 

okay?! When the snow-covered rocks in 

your brothers Call of Duty game start 

to look like powdered donuts to you, 

you need to eat a few SweeTarts. 

Today’s cravings: Ballpark nachos 


Day 6: 

I’ve never been a fan of feeling 

“stuffed,” but let me tell you, it was 

pretty amazing to wake up knowing I 

could eat as many steaks as I wanted 

to. Granted by this point my stomach 

has shrunk to the size of a pea, and 

I’m more of a chicken gal, but still, protein! 

Along with my soup I had a (biscuit-less) 

steak biscuit, along with a 

small cut of steak for dinner and some 

grilled vegetables. Today I learned you 

will feel nauseous if you eat mainly 

meat for two days after not eating it 

the days before. This was also the day 

I realized (with horror) that I haven’t 

had hummus in six days…or cheese… 

or bread...or ranch...or chips... 

Today’s cravings: Biscuits 

Total Weight Loss: 4 pounds 

Day 7: 

This was a joyous day for me. Knowing 

that after today I can eat over 

300 calories in a day and never have 

to consume cabbage again was just a 

wonderful thought, a thought I never 

imagined myself having before this 

week, but a wonderful one nonetheless. 

Today along with my soup, I had 

pineapple, strawberries, an apple and 

squash. And I must say, as nice as it 

is for my mom to worry about me withering 

away, and my dad telling me my 

face looks very “gaunt” every morning, 

it’s exciting to wake up and know 

that I can sit across from someone 

eating without making them hide behind 

something. Let’s just say, if your 

friends and family don’t have a high 

tolerance for hunger-induced sass, 

don’t try this diet at home kids. 

Today’s cravings: Pita Pit 

Total Weight Loss: 4 Pounds 

Overview: 

Although the Cabbage Soup Diet 

forced me to stick my nose in a Taco 

Bell bag and beg those around me to 

describe the taste of their taco more 

times than a normal person should in 

their lifetime, I will attest to the fact 

that you lose weight on it. However, 

and with complete honesty, I would not 

do it again. I wasn’t allowed to workout 

on this diet because my body was so 

weak from lack of protein, and for a 

fitness addict like me, that doesn’t fly. 

I looked and felt sickly, and all I did 

was think about how much unhealthy 

food I was going to eat when I got off 

it, which is unlike me. If you maintain 

a healthy lifestyle and incorporate 

wonderful foods like fresh fruits and 

vegetables (and yes cabbage) into your 

everyday diet, you can indulge in a 

chocolate or ranch-covered something 

whenever you deserve it with no guilt. 

Which is what I’m going to do right 

now. Goodbye cabbage soup diet, and 

hello…well…food! 


StyleBone 

Where high fashion and 

mixed-media art collide 

By Tara Massouleh 

Photographer: Zachary Wiener 


In March 2015, Ashleigh Hill’s 97-year-old great-grandfather James 

Gordon Munday passed away. When he passed, he left a gift of 

$1,000 to each of his five great-grandchildren. He wanted each of 

them to buy something to remember him by. For Ashleigh’s two 

younger sisters, that meant a pair of earrings and a necklace to wear 

close to their hearts. 

But for Ashleigh, the $1,000 meant much more. It meant spending 

$300 on clothing, $150 on art supplies, $100 on a website subscription, 

and $275 to trademark her logo. It meant the start to StyleBone 

Designs — a fashion and mixed-media art blog. It meant the start 

of her future. 

CONCEPTION 

“I wanted to start a blog,” Ashleigh 

says. “But I didn’t want to do just a 

normal blog. I wanted to do something 

different. I wanted to make myself 

stand out.” 

So with this in mind, Ashleigh did a 

little research. The 20-year-old apparel 

and design major from Huntsville, 

says once she realized how much starting 

a blog would cost, she immediately 

thought of her grandfather’s gift. 

“I think he would be glad I used it 

on this,” she says. “I think he would 

like that we tried to make a positive 

change with it and also that we incorporate 

ideals and morals in our 

collection concepts.” 

So in October 2015 with $1,000 in 

her pocket and a rough idea for a fashion 

and art blog, Ashleigh turned to 

her friend, coincidentally her sorority 

little sister and mixed-media artist, 

Brooke Perdue. 

“I was just thinking Brooke can 

paint, and she’s wasting it because she 

never gets to paint anymore,” Ashleigh 

says. “So I called her and I was like 

how would you like to paint a canvas 

and I’ll style a model to it?” 

Brooke, a 19-year-old interior design 

major from Nashville, says she was 

excited but also a little nervous after 

hearing Ashleigh’s proposal. 

“I painted all my life,” she says. “I 

went through AP (art) in high school, 

and then freshman year of college I 

thought my major would be more artistic 

than it was. I ended up not painting 

a single thing my freshman year. [The 

first StyleBone canvas was] the first 

thing I had done since senior year of 

high school, and I was terrified. I was 

like, ‘I don’t remember how to do this.’ 

But then it all came back.” 

Despite her apprehensions, Brooke 

said yes, and with that, StyleBone 

was born. 

The concept started out simple. The 

girls work together to decide on an 

overall theme – a loose story they want 

to tell for the month. Brooke paints a 

canvas representing that theme, and 

then Ashleigh styles models to match. 

The original idea was to post one quality 

picture each month. 

“It’s crazy thinking about it now,” 

Ashleigh says. “We were just going to 

post it to Instagram, and we were so 

excited about that.” 

PROCESS 

While Ashleigh and Brooke’s original 

idea for StyleBone may have been 

simple, what became of it was anything 

but. After releasing just five collections, 

StyleBone Designs has over 

20,000 viewers (including many from 

across the pond where Ashleigh’s great 

grandfather lived) and an average of 

6,000 viewers at each collection release 

date. 

Each month on the 6th — chosen 

because it was Ashleigh’s great grandfather’s 

birthday — a new StyleBone 

collection is released. The hype website 

features full fashion editorials that 

could easily be mistaken for the pages 

of Elle or Vogue. Models are styled 

meticulously in bright, high-fashion 

pieces with makeup and hair to match, 

then arranged strategically in front 

of a set dominated by Brooke’s huge 

48x60 canvas. 

The intense planning and hours of 

work that go into every StyleBone collection 

are causally hidden behind every 

effortlessly cool picture Ashleigh 

and Brooke choose to post. The girls 

say they only plan each collection a 

month in advance because it takes the 

whole month in between release dates 

to get things together – and that’s exactly 

how the girls like it. 

“I remember saying to Brooke forever 

ago that the good thing is that we 

finish a collection, and it doesn’t just 

linger,” Ashleigh says. “Automatically 

it’s ‘what should we do for the next 

one?’ It’s never ending when seeing 

what’s next.” 

In Ashleigh and Brooke’s creative 

process, they say, clothing comes first. 

They first look at the styles coming up 

for the month – the decade inspiration, 

hot colors, prints and patterns – then 

create a canvas based on the clothing 

they want to shoot. From the canvas 

and clothing, they then decide on a 

theme and story to accompany the collection. 

The story, Ashleigh says, usually 

comes to them after seeing where 

the vision for the clothes and canvas 

are headed. 

“We want to promote progressive 

thinking,” she says. “We relate the 

clothes and art to the world with an 

overall picture. There are so many 

problems in our world that we just 

want to make it better, so it’s kind of 

helping in a way.” 



After the clothes, painting and 

theme are finalized, the girls then focus 

on creating a set design, choosing 

models, and booking photographers 

and locations. 

“It really takes a whole month,” Ashleigh 

says. “It should be our full time 

job. Like with school, there’s no time.” 

In the weeks before shoot day, 

Brooke is hard at sketching, painting 

and hot gluing, and by the time models 

arrive for hair and makeup around 10 

on shoot morning, she says she’s usually 

still frantically touching up the 

canvas. While Brooke is creating the 

canvas, Ashleigh meets with boutiques 

around Tuscaloosa, including Effie’s, 

Canterbury Clothiers and Mobley and 

Sons, to secure clothing for the models. 

On shoot day, the girls get up early 

to start gathering materials: lights, set 

props, makeup, accessories, clothes, 

cameras, and the canvas. Everything 

they’ll need for the production 

takes about an hour to transfer to 

the shoot location. By 10:30 a.m. the 

models are gathered and prepped for 

hair and makeup, and by 12 p.m., the 

shooting begins. 

For February’s collection titled 

“Love Not War,” inspirited by the idealism 

and fashion of the 60s, the girls 

went all out. In addition to the painted 

canvas, which depicted Twiggy holding 

mementos from the 60s including 

a Rubik cube, lava lamp, Woodstock 

logo, and Neil Armstrong on the moon, 

the set featured a TV made of polyurethane 

foam and 7” painted vinyl 

record covers. By 10 p.m. over 800 

pictures were taken, and the shoot was 

wrapping up. 

After the shoot, the work for Ashleigh 

and Brooke isn’t anywhere near done. 

They are then tasked with the project of 

setting up the collection online. 

“With the amount of pictures we 

take, we basically build a website every 

time,” Ashleigh says. “So after the 

shoot there’s a whole entire process. It 

starts with dropping down the number

[of pictures], and then I build the website.” 

Outside of just the pictures, Brooke 

explains, there are many other components 

of the collection. The “collection” 

page is the main editorial, where the 

girls choose the best picture of each 

outfit and make a full photo story. 

The “story” page explains the theme 

and story behind the collection. Then 

there’s the “shop” page where viewers 

can see close up pictures of the clothing 

and buy select pieces directly through 

StyleBone. 

After all is said and done, StyleBone 

reads more digital fashion magazine 

than blog. 

FUTURE 

So what’s next for StyleBone? In the 

immediate future, Brooke and Ashleigh 

want to keep pushing the limits 

with their collections; they want more 

elaborate set design, more clothing, 

more models. 

“We want an office and we want more 

helpers and more lights,” Brooks says. 

“Definitely more lights, and we need 

investors. We just want [StyleBone] 

to be our job, and we still have to do 

school, so it sucks. “ 

Ashleigh says possibilities for Style- 

Bone are endless because they draw 

from daily life and world events to create 

their collections. For example, part 

of StyleBone’s December collection 

was built in reaction to the terrorist 

attacks in Paris. One of Ashleigh’s 

major goals is to have world editions of 

StyleBone, where the basic StyleBone 

concept is applied to fashion and art 

in other countries. She wants to locally 

source artists, designers, photographers 

and writers to collaborate on 

special edition collections. 

Another major goal for Ashleigh is 

to start making back some of her great 

grandfather’s starter money by bringing 

in some revenue from StyleBone. 

To do this, the girl’s have a couple different 

ideas. Brooke hopes to sell her 

canvases from past shoots, and Ashleigh 

wants to sell some clothing from 

boutiques directly from the website 

for a portion of the profits. Another of 

their big ideas is to start charging boutiques 

collection release fees to have 

their clothing featured in upcoming 

StyleBone editorials. 

And while they may set their sights 

high for the future of StyleBone, neither 

Brooke nor Ashleigh has forgotten 

how far they’ve come in just a few 

short months. Ashleigh remembers ordering 

clothes for the first collection, 

then returning them after the shoot, 

subsidizing pieces she couldn’t afford 

with clothes from her own closet. Nor 

have they forgotten how much they’ve 

already gained from working together 

on a project they love. 

“It expands your creativity, I think,” 

Brooke says. “Like we bounce off each 

other’s ideas, and getting to paint 

de-stresses me.” 

Ashleigh adds that working on Style- 

Bone has helped her to realize what it 

is she wants to do. 

Despite the recent changes for Style- 

Bone and the ones yet to come, Ashleigh 

and Brooke say one thing will 

never change: their vision and motto. 

“I’ve always wanted to be a stylist,” 

Ashleigh explains. “And I always say 

the quote for our name is ‘Replacing 

my wishbone with my backbone, but 

actually my StyleBone.’” 

To which Brooke clarifies, “Basically, 

the backbone of what we do is style.” 


FEATURE 

NOT YOUR 

BABE 

Catcalling takes many 

forms, but one thing 

is for sure — none of 

them are cool. 

By Alyx Chandler 

“Owwww, oww!” 

Catcalls rise and fall as Mama Dixie 

steps onto the stage, introduces herself 

and greets the audience with a 

swift warning. Though this is a burlesque 

show, she tells them, it’s still 

a controlled space, free of objectification 

or harassment. They hoot at her 

light-hearted tone, and she smiles back 

seriously, daring them to continue. 

This is not the streets, not an opportunity 

for men to direct obscene comments, 

she says. They become quiet. 

At the Strip, the iconic district of 

restaurants, shops and bars adjacent 

to The University of Alabama’s campus, 

Mama Dixie later recalls years 

of men yelling catcalls as women leave 

the bar Egan’s, and all along their 

walk back to their cars. She is bent 

on ensuring her shows offer more 

respect than her hometown streets 

of Tuscaloosa. 

“You can watch them kind of cower; 

you can watch them physically 

stand behind someone else,” she says. 

“When a group of men start to pass 

them, their bodies tense, and they 

step to the outside and then they get 

real small so as not to draw attention 

to themselves.” 

Along the Strip, by Bryant-Denny 


Stadium, near dorms, the downtown 

areas and other locations at or near 

UA, catcalling isn’t so easily controlled 

by a warning. 

That’s why Dixie, known as the madame 

of Tuscaloosa’s Pink Box Burlesque 

troop, reinforces her “social 

contract,” as she calls it, with the audience 

at the beginning of each show. 

Functioning as the owner, founder and 

a vocalist of the troop, she commands 

the ground rules. She calls the shots. 

To her audience, her name is “mommmma,” 

as she says it, all drawn out, 

by design, as a psychological trigger 

— a tactic that she says works 

quite well. 

“Really for us, what it comes down to 

— and this is true about catcalling in 

general, as far as I’m concerned — is 

consent,” Dixie says. 

Her rules dictate the stage, much unlike 

the free reign of the streets where 

comments are thrown around by “primarily 

male” students, she says. Especially 

if it’s late at night or if a girl is 

alone, there’s not much the victim can 

say or control if they fear repercussion. 

As of 2016, there is no universally 

standardized term for “street harassment.” 

It’s not in the dictionaries. 

Instead, it just exists as a term 

that activists, academics and the 

Reston, Virginia-based, non-profit

Stop Street Harassment (SSH) organization 

uses as a working definition 

for what many women have already 

experienced. 

In 2014, SSH conducted what is still 

the largest national representative survey 

to date on street harassment in the 

U.S. The study found that out of 2,000 

people, at least 65 percent of women experienced 

it. In the same year, Playboy 

published a flowchart called “Should 

you catcall her?” with the only acceptable 

options for a male to catcall being 

“if you have both consensually agreed 

to shout sexually suggestive comments 

to each other in public in explicit 

terms,” or, of course, if “she 

is literally a cat.” 

For many people, the difference 

from street harassment 

isn’t concrete. Urban Dictionary 

describes the purpose as 

ensuring a future hookup. To 

clarify the only official definition, 

catcalling is “a shrill whistle 

or shout of disapproval,” or “a loud 

whistle or comment of a sexual nature 

made by a man to a passing woman,” 

according to the Oxford Dictionary. 

Interpretations vary, but there 

seems to be agreement that most are 

not complimentary. 

“I mean, I’m just walking to class, 

why are you sexualizing me? Or even 

maybe I am walking to a party and I 

am in a short skirt, but that doesn’t 

mean that I want a complete stranger 

yelling at me,” says Alexis Unger, a senior 

majoring in economics and math. 

Unger described her catcalling experiences 

as negative, at times with 

borderline abusive intent. The “college 

atmosphere,” she says, like 

on or around UA’s campus where 

young people constantly walk back 

and forth between streets, provides 

an easy environment for catcalling 

to happen. She has experienced 

different types of catcalling, ranging 

from the “Ow, ow!” to the derogatory 

“faggot,” and other terms 

commenting on distinctly different 

parts of her appearance. She says it 

has happened around the Ferguson 

Student Center, Riverside dorm and 

walking outside of campus. 

“But I would say different kinds of 

catcalling have the same effect,” Unger 

says, “that you end up feeling embarrassed 

and wishing that you could 

say something back to them and defend 

yourself, but they’re already gone.” 

“I’m just walking 

to class, why are you 

sexualizing me?” 

Unger would rather have her best 

friends or partner tell her direct compliments 

about attraction or sexuality. 

She says, “It’s unwanted sexual attention, 

unwanted sexual advances, 

generally, I mean — it’s unwanted.” 

Unger says at UA’s campus, it seems 

to be primarily a situation that “affects 

women, or people presenting as 

female, more than males.” 

“That group of men will wait 

until they’ve passed that woman before 

they make some snide comment about 

her appearance or some statement 

about they could have totally had that 

or, you know, that they didn’t want it,” 

Dixie says. 

Dixie says the definition of catcalling 

is a matter of intent. Saying a simple 

hello, she explains, versus when a 

man says a certain “hellllllloooo,” has 

completely different implications. 

“The moment that — and even sometimes 

it’s a self conscious assumption 

— the person you’re talking at, at being 

very much the point, is worth less 

than the time you would wait for them 

to respond, then we’re no longer having 

a conversation,” Dixie says. 

If she feels objectified or threatened 

in a way that implies she can’t say 

“no” without consequence, that’s a 

neutral situation flipped into a “power 

negotiation.” When audience members 

yell obscene language at the burlesque 

performers, they have the power to 

stop the band or respond by modifying 

their act so they’re turned away from 

that person or section. Everybody 

around them also misses out, until the 

usually drunken catcalls finally stop. 

“The moment that one person in 

the audience tries to garner 

more attention than they 

should, they all turn on them,” 

Dixie said. 

Even though the performers 

are in an easier situation 

to respond, she wishes they 

didn’t have to. Victims of catcalling 

don’t have a voice in 

the situation. For UA students who 

present differently than the gender 

they were assigned at birth, Unger 

says, singling them out to catcall 

is easy. 

“Faggot — those kind of terms are 

given to people that may just look different, 

so like for someone that may 

not be wearing the uniform of the big 

t-shirt and the Nike shorts, someone 

that is dressed up just a little 

bit, maybe has on something bright,” 

Unger says. 

Even a ponytail can single someone 

out. She’s seen it happen multiple 

times and thinks that working to 

address catcalling as a community 

would be a step toward mutual respect. 



According to SSH, 

the Supreme Court has 

set a high bar against 

government intervention. 

The SSH’s website, 

stopstreetharrassment.org, 

points out that to regulate 

speech on the streets, it must 

be “clearly intimidating, rather 

than merely offensive, which 

is what most street harassment 

is.” Essentially, reporting isn’t so 

easy, and there is no real incentive 

to stop catcalling. Unger wants UA 

to be more committed as a community 

to having conversations about 

uncomfortable sexualization, even if 

they’re awkward, but both her and 

Dixie have their doubts about anyone 

taking action. 

“I think teaching people to not 

mistreat each other is more of a 

slow, grinding societal conversation,” 

Dixie says. 

Catcalling on UA’s campus isn’t as 

bad as what Unger expected, but it 

proved more prevalent than in her 

small hometown in Indiana. In big cities, 

she’s experienced two instances of 

more extreme catcalling. A couple of 

men followed her for multiple blocks 

in Los Angeles, continuing to tell her 

again and again, and in more aggressive 

tones, how attractive she was. In 

New York, a man on the street masturbated 

to her, fully aware that she could 

see him. He didn’t attempt to stop. In 

both situations, she felt incredibly uncomfortable 

and unsafe. 

“I know that some people may be like 

it, like ‘oh yeah, you know what, I do 

look good today,’ but I don’t feel that 

way at all,” Unger says. 

Dixie suggests uncomfortable people 

being catcalled remove themselves 

from the situation, or at least surround 

themselves safely with people. 

Personally she opts to give people a 

scathing look, but doesn’t bother saying 

much else. 

“But again, I’m older, and I have the 

ability to swing that [fact] around in a 

way that makes people uncomfortable. 

I have a mom face,” Dixie says with 

a laugh. 

Allie Sloan, a UA senior majoring in 

advertising and art, has never taken a 

catcall as derogatory or as an insult. 

To her, it’s more of something in between 

a whistle and a complimentary 

shout, and the prime catcalling situation 

seems to be when a bunch of people 

are piled in the car and driving by. 

Contrary to most women, she plays the 

role as the occasional catcaller. But 

Sloan says she decides to based on the 

situation and time of day. 

“If there’s anyone walking by and 

they look cute, or something about 

them just looks cheerful,” she says, “so 

you just want to let ‘em know that their 

good mood put you in a good mood.” 

If she’s the one catcalling, she says 

it’s never negative or a power play. It’s 

just her yelling a couple of words or 

sending a happy-go-lucky “ow! ow!” in 

the direction of someone sexy or cute. 

An attempted compliment, she calls 

it. She says she doesn’t know many 

women who catcall, other than a few 

friends, but that doesn’t bother her. 

“Maybe they never wanted to do it. 

Or it’s just a social norm thing,” she 

says. “It’s not something girls would 

commonly do, or people would find to 

be ladylike.” 

Unger says she’s never had any experience 

with UA girls, or any girls 

for that matter, catcalling. And she 

doesn’t consider catcalling to be “complimentary,” 

which where the definition 

gets tricky and can complicate

“I think teaching 

people to not 

mistreat each 

other is more of 

a slow, grinding 

societal 

conversation.” 


advocating for catcalling awareness. 

“I think compliments are compliments 

regardless of the context,” Dixie 

says. “However, the context can 

shatter that.” 

Sloan says she understands where 

girls are coming from and respects 

that. Some people respond to her catcall 

surprised that she’s a girl, and she 

says other people call her some form of 

rude. Sloan’s view is that she is always 

doing it to make the other person feel 

good; she’s not trying to go out with 

them, date them, be friends, even commit 

to seeing their reaction. She gets 

catcalled plenty, too — but it doesn’t 

bother her. In fact, it puts a little jump 

in her step, she says, even boosts her 

confidence. Sometimes Sloan gets a 

surprised smile and a little wave back, 

and other times she says she can tell 

by their laugh that she made their 

day, so she knows some people share 

her opinion. 

“I just feel like [all] the times I’ve 

been catcalled on this campus have 

been [by] young men, probably in a 

pickup truck, a little bit filled over the 

guild, so you have boys coming out of 

everywhere,” Unger says. “And I’m 

not sure what their status is, but maybe 

they’re all a little tipsy or going to 

a party, or maybe they’re all just feeling 

on edge — you know, they want to 

kind of do something bad.” 

Drinking, she’s noticed, and Alabama 

football game days, multiply 

the catcalls. Sloan personally distinguishes 

the biggest difference between 

street harassment and catcalling by 

the amount of persistence. 

“I feel like multiple instances of 

calling out to somebody could be considered 

harassment, where I feel like 

catcalling could just be considered one 

and done,” she says. The later at night 

that men yell or catcall, the less genuine 

they feel to her. It’s more the alcohol 

talking, she says. 

“But we know with our legal system, 

if we put a consequence on something, 

it doesn’t necessarily mean that people 

don’t do it that often,” Unger says. 

Street harassment can be reported 

to the police specifically in Alabama 

through crimes of disorderly conduct 

and harassment. This includes using 

abusive or obscene languages or gestures, 

which falls into the harassment 

category if it’s singularly directed at 

someone or a group. It’s punishable by 

a $500 fine or jail time for under three 

months, though the latter is rare. 

Usually, women just deal with it. 

“They may get to a place in their own 

maturity, oh you know, three, four, 10, 

20, 100 years later where they go ‘Oh 

man, I probably shouldn’t have done 

that,’ but it’s not going to be because 

someone turned around and told them 

to go f—k themselves,” Dixie says. 

Anger, though completely understandable, 

isn’t always necessary, 

Dixie says. In some cases, after safety 

is secured, being capable of quickly 

dismissing catcallers while genuinely 

not caring what they say is important. 

That way, it won’t derail from whatever 

you were currently doing. 

“That’s more important to me, because 

at the end of the day, that person 

isn’t going to matter anymore, and 

you’re a powerful, intelligent, creative 

and very capable individual who needs 

to go on and show that dumbass that 

he’s so not what you’re looking,” Dixie 

says. That’s the ultimate power move. 


LIFESTYLE 

48 

hours in 

Nashville 

Bourbon Street 

By Rachel Wilburn 

To Tuscaloosans, Tennessee is notorious for being home 

to Knoxville, affectionately referred to as the host of the 

“garbage truck worker convention” around #Tennessee- 

HateWeek. While many avid Crimson Tide fans swear 

they’ll never love anything about Tennessee, there’s one 

place that’s hard not to: Music City. Nashville, a short four 

hours from Title Town, is the perfect weekend getaway. No 

need to worry about the itinerary — we’ve got you covered. 


Day 1 

9 a.m. All over Nashville, 

coffee shops are popping up to fuel the 

thousands of Millennials flocking to the 

city. One of the few shops to rise to the 

top is Barista Parlor. Their most-recent 

Golden Sound location is the perfect place 

to get a head start on your day. While 

you’re there, don’t forget to stop and take 

a selfie with your coffee and their iconic 

motorcycle. Another hot spot to check 

out is Bongo Java, Nashville’s oldest 

coffee house. 

10 a.m. Once the caffeine 

starts to kick in, head over to the heart of 

downtown, Broadway. Take some time to 

soak in the rich music history and check 

out a few of the honky-tonks. The local 

music talent never lets you down. 

12 p.m. While you’re walking 

around Broadway, pop into Ernest Tubb 

Record Shop. Opened in 1947, Ernest 

Tubb’s is one of downtown’s oldest music 

stores and is known for its vinyl collection 

and diverse music selection. You’ll 

also want to keep an eye out for the Mas 

Tacos truck. Mexican food never gets old, 

but these tacos put all others to shame. 

2 p.m. The Belcourt Theatre is 

the perfect place to get out of the sun for 

a little while. Originally opened in 1925 

to showcase silent films, the Belcourt is 

best known for its rich history and indie 

selection of movies. Pop in and see what’s 

playing! 

Bongo Java 

The Belcourt Theatre 


5 p.m. At the end of the day, 

Pinewood Social on Peabody Street is the 

place to kick back and relax. Nashville 

has plenty of social-gathering venues, but 

Pinewood Social is queen. Hang out in 

the lounge area with a Crema coffee or 

local Black Abbey Champion American 

Pale Ale while you wait for a table. After 

your delicious Americana-style meal of 

their house special fried broccoli or lamb 

bolognese, head towards the back for a 

round of bowling or outside to visit the 

Airstream trailer bar. 

9 p.m. Did you really go to 

Nashville if you don’t go to a concert? 

There’s no better place than the historic 

Exit / In. Opened in 1971, Exit / In 

boasts live rock music and rising talent 

every night. Make sure you check out the 

wall of artists on outside before you head 

home for the night. You might be surprised 

by who’s outside. 

Wall at Exit / In 

Acme Feed & Seed 


Day 2 

9 a.m. Refuel from last night’s 

shenanigans and start your morning 

with another perfect cup of coffee or tea 

at Fido. The upscale coffeehouse and 

restaurant serves locally grown foods and 

buys more regionally produced food than 

any other restaurant in Nashville. 

*Local tip: The Local Latte and Bubba 

Scramble are highly recommended. 

10 a.m. Time for a little trip 

to Greece! The Parthenon in Nashville is 

a full-scale replica of the one in Athens 

and sits in the heart of Centennial Park. 

It’s the perfect place to take a morning 

break, and they often have pop-up shops, 

craft fairs and live music. Some of the local 

favorites are the Big Band Dances on 

Saturday and Shakespeare in the Park 

during the summer months. 

12 p.m. A walk in the park 

can certainly work up an appetite, so 

head on back to 12th Avenue South. The 

Flipside is known for their retro décor, 

but the tater tot nachos aren’t too shabby, 

either. After lunch, venture across 

the street to Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams. 

Known for their innovative gourmet flavors, 

it’s the perfect place to grab dessert. 

With flavors that range from salted 

peanut butter to brambleberry crisp, you 

can’t go wrong. 

3 p.m. Hillsboro Village, a local 

favorite section of 12th Avenue South, 

is the best place for afternoon shopping. 

From book stores to boutiques, there’s 

something for everyone. While you’re 

out, snap a pic by the dragon mural just 

across from the Belcourt Theatre; it’s the 

perfect background for your Insta #ootd. 


The Parthenon 

Acme Feed & Seed 

5 p.m. After a nap and an outfit 

change, head down Lower Broadway 

toward the Riverfront for an evening at 

Acme Feed & Seed, a historic farm store 

turned restaurant and bar. Similar to 

Pinewood Social, Acme thrives off the social 

scene. The first floor houses live music 

and communal tables. Try the Acme 

Hot Chicken Sandwich; hot chicken is a 

Nashville original. Throughout the night, 

make sure you explore the other floors 

including a sushi bar lounge, vintage arcade 

games, photo booth, and the rooftop 

bar. 

8 p.m. Before you kiss Nashville 

goodbye, catch a ride on the Nashville 

Pedal Tavern. The world famous 

Pedal Tavern is a 2-hour, 15-person, bicycle-powered 

bar crawl on wheels. Enjoy 

the great exclusive drink specials at all 

the great bars and restaurants on your 

route, or feel free to BYOB! 

Dragon mural in Hillsboro Village

LIFESTYLE 

UA Alumni Q & A: 

India 

Williams 

By Becca Murdoch 

Tuscaloosa native and The University of Alabama alumna, 

India Williams, is the picture of a successful professional 

woman. After finishing her undergraduate and law degree 

from the university, she was ready to pursue her career 

goals. As an associate at Sidley law firm in Chicago and 

creator of her own nail polish line called Rooted Woman, 

Williams seems to just be getting started. 

What life experiences have influenced the path that 

you’re on today? 

I would definitely say my parents. I was raised in Tuscaloosa, 

but my dad’s originally from New York. I spent 

summers in New York, and we traveled a lot while I was 

growing up. It gave me a larger worldview beyond my community 

in Tuscaloosa. When I was growing up, Tuscaloosa 

was actually classified as a rural area. That was before 

Mercedes-Benz and all that industry that’s now there. Tuscaloosa 

was really a more quiet and sleepy town, so being 

able to see beyond that was really cool. The world was my 

oyster, so I could dream really big. 

Looking back at your undergraduate years in college, 

what advice would you give to your younger self? 

Take your time. I know we have the finish-in-four campaign, 

and that’s awesome, but don’t rush it. I know it 

sounds a little sentimental, but really take your time. 

There’s so much time to work and to do other things, so 

really allow the undergraduate experience to sink in. I finished 

in three years, and if I could go back, I would stay 

back an extra year, or maybe even an extra year and a 

half. There’s so much you can learn, and you get to grow 

a lot as a person. It really prepares you for your graduate 

school or going into whatever your professional location is. 

I think really making the most of that time [is the advice I 

would give]. 

How have previous work or mentorship experiences impacted 

your career decisions? 

I worked in my parents’ business. Growing up in a business 

environment really geared me to have an entrepreneurial 

spirit. Not too long ago, I started a business called 

Rooted Woman; it’s a nail polish company that’s really centered 

around encouraging high-achieving women to slow 

down and to take time for themselves. As for mentorship, 

my dad, when I was growing up, had an insurance agency 

next to Judge England’s office. I grew up on Attorney Row 

downtown, which is what they called it, so I was exposed to 

the legal profession at an early age. That definitely encouraged 

and empowered me to see that as an option. 

What have been the most challenging and rewarding 

aspects of your job? 

The most challenging part has been being on call 24/7, 

which causes you to sacrifice sleep and family when you’re 

with clients. I actually got really sick, and I had to take 

some time off. I took off personally and professionally, and 

that gave me the courage to start Rooted Woman. So I 

think one of the most rewarding parts of my job is being 

able to use my skills as a lawyer and also get to express myself 

from an entrepreneurial standpoint, which is to really 


encourage high-achieving women to really slow down and 

take care of yourself. Self care is something that as women 

we tend to undervalue. 

Do you see positive changes taking place in the workplace 

for women? 

Yeah, I do! I think there are a lot more opportunities for 

alternative work schedules for women. I think that those, 

for better or worse, are allowing more opportunities for new 

moms or for working moms. I would love to see that expanded 

to women who don’t even have children and to combat the 

notion that a single woman can work all the time. Also to 

find more balance, autonomy and opportunity for women to 

be on a more even playing field. 

How do you maintain a balance between work and play? 

I think it’s an ever-evolving consideration. When I am at 

home, I try to be really home and present there and not 

take work home. I try to start my morning in a way where 

I don’t jump immediately into work, where I don’t check 

emails during the first hour of my day, and just spend time 

doing something that really encourages me or makes me 

feel really good and prepared for the day. Throughout the 

day, one of the things I try to do is to have intentions, to be 

really mindful. 

Which female leaders do you admire and why? 

One female leader that immediately comes to mind would 

be Michelle Obama. She actually worked at the law firm 

that I work at now, which is actually where she met her husband. 

So being surrounded by other lawyers that worked 

with her and also knowing the president on a very personal 

level, so seeing the process and the path she had gone 

through from being an associate to being the first lady and 

so many things she’s done professionally. Her strength and 

her grace are really encouraging. 

What do you wish to accomplish in the next year? 

I really am hopeful that I will have an opportunity to continue 

to mentor other young female lawyers. I’m mentoring 

two now so I want to have the opportunity to mentor 

more. I also want the opportunity to have the bandwidth 

to grow my business because I think it can be an asset for 

professional women. 


LIFESTYLE 

Photographer: Trent McDaniel 

Graduation Survival Guide 

By Lane Stafford 

You’ve made it through four 

years of college. Now, all 

that’s left is surviving graduation. 

The most popular 

piece of advice alumni give is to embrace 

every moment in college. They 

say things like “time flies” and “it’s 

the best and fastest four years of your 

life.” While true, this advice doesn’t 

exactly help you prepare to walk 

across a stage in front of hundreds of 

people or plan dinner for your friends 

and family. Here are some tips that 

can help you sort through the madness 

of graduation week, so you can get 

to celebrating. 

Breakfast, Reservations, 

and Potlucks, Oh My! 

If there’s one thing that will be on 

everyone’s mind at the end of your 

graduation ceremony, it’ll be food. 

Start your day off right by eating a 

good breakfast; graduation ceremonies 

are notoriously long, so avoid hangry 

family members by remembering to 

fuel up. 

Diploma in hand, it’ll be time to 

move on to the second biggest event 

of the day – finding what restaurant 

will fit all 12 of your family members. 

“Call way in advance – like now for 

May grads,” said Megan Wood, a December 

2015 graduate. 

Restaurants will be slammed with 

orders, and you’ll need to be prepared 

for the ones that don’t take reservations 

for that weekend. A fun alternative 

to eating out is hosting a potluck. 

Potlucks are perfect for family 

bonding, and you usually end up with 

leftovers for days. Plus, you can’t 

go wrong with mom’s special homemade 

dish. 

Dress to Impress, 

and for Comfort 

Even though you’ll be in a graduation 

gown that doesn’t mean you won’t 

take it off for pictures later, because 

you will. Graduates said to stay clear 

from wearing a dress that’s longer 

than your gown. Not only will this look 

better in your pictures, but you also 

won’t have to worry about landing on a 

“graduation day fails” YouTube video. 

Your dress might be eye candy for 

later, but your shoes will be in plain 

sight the whole day. While fashion is 

important, keep in mind that comfort 

matters, too. Wedges are the perfect 

shoe for graduation. They give you the 

height you want but in the most comfortable 

way. When you find your perfect 

pair, make sure you wear them out 

a few times before the big day to break 

them in. 

Plan Ahead — Way Ahead 

It can be hectic trying to balance finals, 

packing, job searching, and mentally 

preparing for family to come visit. 

Planning ahead can save you from 

gradzilla moments. Know who is going 

to do your hair and makeup and select 

the kind of look you want. Graduates 

said that touch-up moments were rare, 

so be sure to use long-lasting and waterproof 

makeup. 

Graduation can be stressful, but 

finding the perfect balance between 

planning and living in the moment can 

result in an unforgettable day. 


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LIFESTYLE 

20 Thing 

By Allison Cohen 

Life is all fun and margaritas until 

you get a flat tire. You might be under 

your parents’ insurance, but it’s time 

to prepare for the real world. 

1. How to check your oil 

It’s not as glamorous as Megan Fox 

makes it look. 

2. Own a toolbox 

You could be the next MacGyver. 

6. How to tie a tie 

For when your date has a crisis. 

7. Make your own 

doctor’s appointment 

The true sign you’ve reached your 

20s; don’t let mom micromanage your 

appointments. You got this. 

8. How to kill a bug 

Because you’re a strong, independent 

woman and don’t need a man (or other 

person with a shoe). 

Illustrations by Zoey Simpson 


3. How to give directions 

without a GPS 

It’s easy to turn to Google Maps 

when we’re lost, but your older relatives 

might find it a bit difficult. Remembering 

landmarks in your area 

or major street names is a simple and 

easy way to show you know your surroundings. 

4. Open a manual (and read it) 

That IKEA furniture won’t put itself 

together. Reading and understanding 

directions is important for not only the 

shelf you’re trying to build but also for 

school and work. 

5. Parallel park 

You did it once (four years ago) and 

you can do it again. Vow to never give 

up the perfect parking spot again just 

because the space is a little tight. 

9. Get a passport 

Even if your wallet isn’t ready for 

Spain, your passport will be. Be prepared 

for future travels and start a 

Pinterest board to live vicariously 

through if a backpacking trip isn’t 

quite in the books yet. 

10. Read the news 

Start your day off right by reading 

theSkimm. You’ll finally know what’s 

going on in the world and won’t have 

to listen to your parents complain anymore, 

either. 

11. How to cook at least 

five simple dishes 

Your dining dollars won’t last forever. 

The real world is fun, right?

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e You Turn 20 

12. How to sew on a button 

Shirts with buttons usually come 

with backup. Opt for sewing on a 

lost button over buying a new shirt. 

All you need is needle, thread and a 

YouTube tutorial. 

13. Change your tire 

AAA isn’t going to be so reliable 

when your phone dies. Turn your hazards 

on, keep calm, and get to work. 

19. Start saving 

Be responsible and know when to put 

the wallet away. That $15 you dropped 

on club cover last weekend could have 

been the money you needed for gas the 

upcoming week. 

20. Memorize your Social 

Security number 

If you don’t remember this, you technically 

don’t exist. 

14. How to remove a stain 

Unfortunately, “mom” isn’t a stain 

remover. Find your favorite Tide to 

Go pen, OxiClean spray, or all-natural 

remedy and stick with it. 

15. Season a cast-iron skillet 

Soap? I don’t think so. 

16. How to jumpstart a car 

Repeat after me: Positive to positive. 

Negative to negative. Time to roll out 

the jumper cables. 

17. Purchase pantry essentials 

Remember four words: butter, flour, 

sugar and eggs. 

18. Eat and drink 

properly before going out 

Going out on an empty stomach is a 

recipe for a bad hangover. Eat healthy 

and drink plenty of water to avoid the 

consequences the next day. 

NOW OPEN 

Start feeling good again 

At the Shops at Legacy Park 

next to Chuy’s and Dick’s Sporting Goods 


LIFESTYLE 

First Dates 

Best 

By Katie Huff 

Everyone has that one first date story. You know – your go-to 

account when people ask. The one that gets the most “awws” or 

maybe the most “ewws”. Either way we all love hearing about them. 

Here’s our roundup of the six best and worst first date stories from 

students across campus. 

“It was my first date EVER with a girl, and I was terrified. 

I didn’t know what to wear, what to say or what to 

act like in general. All I knew was that I was incredibly 

excited to finally go out with a girl and be out of the closet 

in general. We were friends in middle school but lost touch 

and reconnected when we discovered our college choice (and 

sexual orientation) in common. 

“I showed up at her apartment and she asked if I wanted 

to accompany her to the grocery store so she could cook 

us dinner. She bought all the ingredients for a four course 

meal and I, ever the gracious and generous date, supplied 

a single bottle of cheap Pink Moscato. We returned to her 

apartment where she cooked us a ridiculous amount of food 

ending in a dessert of heart shaped cupcakes. I know it 

sounds cheesy, but had you been there, you’d agree that it 

was adorable. 

“Despite any awkwardness I feared could happen, we had 

an incredible conversation that never missed a beat. We dated 

for over a year and are still great friends to this day.” 

– Mary, 22 


“My ex-boyfriend is a pilot, and one day I was really wanting 

to go play with puppies. He wanted to surprise me and 

told me to wear a dress. It turns out, he had rented a plane. 

I was blindfolded the whole ride and even though I was petrified, 

we were only in the air for 45 minutes. Once we got 

off the plane, we got in a cab and drove to this random 

house. I then found out that the house belonged to a breeder 

and we were going to see puppies. After playing with all of 

them there was one that I just knew was the one. 

“We ended up actually getting the puppy, but we had to 

drive back the next day to pick it up. On the way back home 

he was like, “Are you hungry?” And of course I said, “Yeah.” 

I happen to love hot dogs, and my favorite hot dog place 

is about an hour drive away and only a 20-minute flight. 

He was like, “Let’s go.” Between fuel and the flight, it was 

probably a $90 hot dog. On the way back we stopped in another 

city to get ice cream. When we finally got back, there 

were flowers, and somehow the breeder managed to bring 

the puppy down — it was in a pumpkin when I got home.” 

– Alex, 21

“In high school, my date wanted to surprise me and 

plan the perfect date. So all throughout high school I’d 

been telling him about my dream date — we would just 

hang out and talk all night under the stars somewhere. 

He and I were best friends before we started dating, so we 

talked about this stuff, and I guess he remembered that 

once we started dating. 

“He wanted to make our date special. His goal was to 

take me out to dinner at our favorite Mexican place, and 

then take me out to his friend’s land with a pallet made 

in his truck. In his truck, he would have flowers and our 

favorite candy and we would just hang out all night. Well, 

his truck ended up breaking down at school, which caused 

him to be late picking me up, and then we had to go get 

his mom’s car instead. 

“So he still took me out to the field, and we lay in a 

pallet in the back of her car, but we literally had to stare 

at the ceiling because she didn’t have a moonroof or anything. 

We just sat in the car and hung out, but I knew 

how much he wanted to surprise me. Needless to say, it 

was still one of the best dates I’ve been on because he 

remembered and tried so hard.” 

– Katherine, 20 

Worst 

“Let me start by saying that my ex-boyfriend is arguably 

the worst person on this planet. Our anniversary 

and Valentine’s Day were on the 

same day, and I always wanted him to do 

something, but I should have known better. 

He didn’t have a car, so I had to 

drive 20 minutes to go get him after 

school. When he got in the car, I 

gave him my card and gift that I 

had gotten for him, and he didn’t 

give me anything. I’m not a superficial 

person, and I don’t need any 

gifts, but a card or letter would’ve been 

nice. His excuse was that he was writing 

me a card but hurt his thumb playing video 

games so he couldn’t write anymore. 

“I drove us back to my house, and I start 

ed to get ready for what I thought was going 

to be a nice dinner. Instead, he told me to order 

pizza. As I was ordering it, I asked him if he was 

paying with cash or card and he proceeded to tell me 

that I have to pay for it, since I pay for everything in 

our relationship. The pizza and liter of soda finally come. 

When we open the pizza box, he yells at me for not getting 

the right toppings. I then dropped the liter of soda 

on my foot and broke my toe. He yelled at me for spill- 

ing the soda and wasting his money, even though I paid for 

it. I took myself to the urgent care while he stayed at my 

house and played video games. The sad thing is, I actually 

stayed with him after this, and when we broke up he was 

so crazy that I had to get a restraining order against him.” 

– Jessica, 19 

“He called me that morning, didn’t know we were going. 

And he was like, ‘Wanna go to an Alabama game?’ And 

I was like, ‘Uh, sure. Let me get ready.’ And he was like, 

‘You have five minutes.’ So I get dressed, he shows up and 

he hasn’t eaten all day. So we made Ramen noodles. We 

put them in a plastic container and he didn’t eat them until 

we were halfway here. It takes about an hour to get there 

from where I lived. It ended up becoming this Ramen noodle 

cake. It was disgusting. And he ate all of it. 

“So we get to Tuscaloosa and we were running late. It 

was an Alabama vs. Ole Miss game and he had to call his 

dad. His dad was yelling at him for running late — they 

were his dad’s tickets. We ended up taking the shuttle from 

University Mall to the stadium. We ended up being in the 

nosebleeds. After climbing all the way up there, it was almost 

halftime. We sat next to this other couple, and at one 

point they asked me if he was my older brother. I was like 

‘Nope, he’s my boyfriend.’ It was really awkward. 

“When the game was over, we got home at 3:30 a.m. because 

he got lost again. We were in the middle of nowhere, 

at a shady gas station, and there was a really 

creepy guy walking around. It was super 

sketchy. But eventually I was so tired 

— it was like 2:30 a.m. — and he said, 

‘Just go to sleep, I’ll get you home.’ 

I fell asleep and woke up at home. 

I don’t know how he did it, and I 

still don’t know where we were.” 

– Samantha, 19 

“You think you’ve had a 

rough go of it? This was the trifecta 

of bad dates. 

“A few months ago one of my 

friends set me up with a guy that 

she thought would be a good fit for me. 

I hadn’t gone on a first date in quite a 

while, and he didn’t seem like a serial killer, 

so I agreed. He picked me up from my house and we went 

to a restaurant that he knew I liked. The dinner itself was 

relatively fun — he really was a sweet guy — and afterwards 

we headed to his car, tossing around ideas of where 

to go next. He started driving, and after a while he took a 

turn, saying he wanted to take me somewhere. I was pretty 

excited until we pulled up at a house — his parents’ house. 


He then proceeded to take me inside to meet his entire family. 

I don’t know about you, but I’ve never met the parents 

within the first month of talking to a guy, much less on the 

first date. 

“So after two hours of small talk, he finally took me 

back home, and we stood on the front porch talking 

for a while. Somehow the conversation topic turned 

to his most recent nose surgery, and as he gave 

me the play-by-play of the scalpel, I started feeling 

sick. In my defense, I did warn the poor 

boy. But before I knew it, I was hitting my 

face against the side of the house and passing 

out cold. 

“Thank goodness he caught me before my head 

hit the concrete, but supposedly I was out for over 

a minute and that really managed to freak him out. 

“Not enough, though, because before he went home 

for the night, he asked me to be his date to his sister’s 

wedding. I didn’t go. And there was no second date. He 

might’ve managed to ‘sweep me off my feet,’ but I don’t 

even think we’re friends on Facebook anymore.” 

– Rachel, 21 

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ENTERTAINMENT 

Upcoming 

Movies 

By Emilee Benos 

The Jungle Book 

(April 15) 

Disney continues its live-action 

action streak with The Jungle Book. 

Directed by Jon Favreau, The Jungle 

Book features an ensemble cast 

that includes Lupita N’yongo, Bill 

Murray, Scarlett Johansson, Idris 

Elba and more. 

Neighbors 2: Sorority 

Rising (May 20) 

Get your Zac Efron fix with the sequel 

to 2014’s hit Neighbors as he and 

Seth Rogen take on a new challenge: 

sorority girls. Neighbors 2 also features 

Rose Byrne, Dave Franco, Chloë 

Grace Moretz and Selena Gomez. 

X-Men: Apocalypse 

(May 27) 

Miss The Hunger Games? See Jennifer 

Lawrence in another popular 

franchise this year, X-Men: Apocalypse. 

This installment sees Charles 

Xavier (James McAvoy) and his team 

of mutants — which include Lawrence’s 

Mystique — battle Apocalypse 

(Oscar Isaac). The film also stars Michael 

Fassbender, Rose Byrne and 

Nicholas Hoult. 

Finding Dory (June 24) 

Everybody’s favorite amnesiac 

Paracanthurus hepatus fish returns 

13 years after we first met her in the 

sequel to 2003’s Finding Nemo where 

Dory suddenly remembers her childhood 

memories and begins to search 

for her family. We’ll see the familiar 

faces we love, like Marlin and Nemo, as 

well as some new characters that are 

sure to be a hit. 

Ghostbusters (July 15) 

What’s better than the original 

Ghostbusters? An all-female Ghostbusters 

reboot, of course. Watch Melissa 

McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Kate 

McKinnon and Leslie Jones prove girls 

can battle ghosts just as well as boys. 


Posters courtesy of Columbia Pictures

ENTERTAINMENT 

Upcoming 

Music 

R 

emember that song you couldn’t 

get out of your head last year? 

Or the song you heard on the 

radio way too often? It could have been 

any song, but it was probably a song 

that made it on iTunes Top 10 or on 

Billboard’s Hit 100. 

Yes, we still love “Hotline Bling,” 

but it’s 2016 and time to move on. So if 

you’re wondering what your next shower 

tune or road trip jam is going to be, 

we’ve got you covered. Here are 10 albums 

to be on the lookout for in 2016 

that could provide you with that song. 

Frank Ocean 

After topping the charts with his album 

Channel Orange in 2012, it is safe 

to say Ocean’s next R&B album, Boys 

Don’t Cry, will be no disappointment. 

Ocean announced plans to release a 

new album scheduled for July 2015 

back in April 2015, but the album has 

yet to surface. This means his new album 

could be dropped at any waking 

moment. Be ready. 

Red Hot Chili Peppers 

It’s been five years since the Red 

Hot Chili Peppers released an album, 

and we’ll be the first to admit, we’re 


By Alex Wendrychowicz 

getting a little impatient. Luckily lead 

singer Anthony Kiedis announced 

in February that the band is close to 

wrapping up its 11th album. 

Drake 

Don’t worry, if you are reading this, 

it’s not too late. Drake’s official album 

release date for Views from the 6 has 

not been issued yet. Regardless, we 

know Drake is ready to provide us with 

more chart topping hip-hop songs. He 

shared a glimpse of his new album 

back in January when he released his 

single “Summer Sixteen.” Whenever 

you’re ready Drake, call us on our 

cell phones. 

TLC 

No you are not reading that wrong 

— that reads TLC. Your inner 90s 

self can jump up and scream now. A 

reunion album is on the rise as the two 

surviving members, T-Boz and Chilli, 

set out to bring back songs we can 

dance to in shiny outfits and braids. 

The album was set to be released in 

2015, but it was pushed back after 

the unfortunate passing of their third 

member, Lisa Lopes. 

Missy Elliott 

The queen of feminism is back. She 

teased us in November 2015 with her 

hit single “WTF (Where They From)” 

featuring Pharrell to prove she isn’t 

down for the count. Work it Missy, 

we’ll be sure to lose control when you 

grace us with your new album. 

Katy Perry 

Since completing her 2013 Prism 

tour, Perry’s manager confirmed she is 

planning to release her new album sometime 

this year. We can’t wait for this 

California girl to give us another female 

pop anthem. 

Nick Jonas 

The youngest of the JoBros did not 

leave us unimpressed in 2015. After 

singing “Jealous” one too many times 

and dancing to “Levels” every weekend, 

we want more. Jonas said his second 

solo album will feature more R&B 

sounds and according to his Instagram, 

something great is in the works.

ENTERTAINMENT 

New 

Shows 

That You Should 

Be Watching 

By Paige Burleson 

Whether it is a group of girls making 

a bracket for The Bachelor or intensely 

discussing one of Shonda Rhimes’ 

masterpieces, TV is one thing we can 

all agree on. This season of new shows 

should bring more suspense, laughs 

and jaw-dropping moments than we 

have ever seen before. Among the 

many shows to return, premiere, and 

renew, there are a few that we think 

are really worth watching. So sit back, 

relax, invite all of your friends over 

and enjoy the shows. 

The Family 

This new ABC thriller has only 

just started, airing on Sundays at 8 

p.m. Mayor Claire Warren’s son, who 

disappeared and was thought to be 

dead, has come back after over ten 

years. Is the man really hers? How will 

this affect her career and her family? 

Bonus: Zach Gilford from Friday 

Night Lights is the other son in this 

exciting show. 

Heartbeat 

Melissa George, who had a small 

role in Grey’s Anatomy, portrays 

Dr. Alex Panttiere, based on the reallife 

heart surgeon Dr. Kathy Magliato. 

This new medical drama is filled with 

girl-boss power, love and scalpels — 

what’s more to want? See Heartbeat at 

7 p.m. on Thursdays on NBC. 

The Catch 

If you’re an avid watcher of anything 

executively produced by Shonda 

Rhimes, you’ll love this new drama 

following the life of Alice Vaughn, an 

LA private investigator, whose fiance 

takes almost everything she’s worth. 

The only logical next step is to use 

her investigation skills to uncover the 

carefully plotted deception at the hands 

of her once husband-to-be. Watch the 

show at 9 p.m. on Thursdays, now part 

of ABC’s #TGIT. 

The Ranch 

Netflix Originals have been wildly 

successful in the past few years, 

and we have no doubt this That ‘70s 

Show reunion will follow suit. Ashton 

Kutcher and Danny Masterson (That 

‘70s Show’s Steven Hyde) star in 

this story of two brothers on a ranch 

in Colorado attempting to run the 

family business. 

Shows returning 

to Netflix: 

• Unbreakable Kimmy 

Schmidt season two: 

April 15 

• Grace and Frankie 

season two: May 6 

• Orange is the New 

Black season four: 

June 17 


ENTERTAINMENT 

What’s in our 

beach bag? 

By Caroline Giddis 

It’s that time again; the sun’s out, the campus is waking up 

from its winter hibernation, and the end of the school year is in 

sight. Your vacation is planned, and you can’t wait to go, but 

with plane flights, layovers and road trips before you reach your 

destination, you’ll need some good reads to keep you occupied. 

But that’s no big deal, because at this point you’d probably love to 

read anything that’s not homework for a class. So go ahead, toss 

aside those over-highlighted, bland textbooks, and replace your 

bag with some of our top reads and classics for summer 2016. 

Hat and bag courtesy of Francesca’s 


Outlander 

by Diana Gabaldon 

Adventure? Time travel? Romance? 

Honestly, there isn’t a better summer 

read than Diana Gabaldon’s first novel 

in the Outlander series. On her honeymoon 

in the Scottish Highlands, 

Claire Randall accidentally stumbles 

through a mysterious rock formation 

and ends up, you guessed it, in wartorn 

18th-century Scotland. This story 

is filled with devilish British soldiers, 

magical forces, and Jamie Fraser, a 

heroic Scottish warrior that will make 

you swoon. Claire is torn between her 

life in 1945 and this new, intense world 

she has been thrown into. Although 

it is now a STARZ Original Series, 

this book is one you shouldn’t skip 

for the show. 

#GirlBoss 

by Sophia Amoruso 

Sophia Amoruso is the definition of 

a new-age CEO, and one that inspires 

any out-of-the-box path to success. In 

her memoir, Amoruso details the lows 

of her career, like checking IDs at an 

art school, and the highs, like creating 

the major fashion retail brand, Nasty 

Gal. Her stories are witty and hilarious, 

and she does her audience the 

favor of being completely honest — 

even down to the gritty details. The 

most inspiring part of her book is that 

Amoruso doesn’t think of herself as a 

CEO or founder of a multimillion-dollar 

company, but just a girl who had 

a dream of creating something different. 

It’s the perfect read to reignite the 

go-getter in you. 

Beautiful Ruins 

by Jess Walter 

Released in 2012, Jess Walter’s 

novel is outstandingly engaging, and 

the ideal paperback to read when there 

are waves crashing in the background, 

as it’s set along the 1962 Italian coast. 

Pasquale, the owner of a hotel in Porto 

Vergogna, is shocked when a beautiful 

actress named Dee Moray appears at 

his dock. She has come from the set 

of the film Cleopatra in Rome with a 

life-changing secret, and Pasquale is 

determined to help her. Told from multiple 

perspectives where the past and 

present intertwine, this novel communicates 

the story of how love stands the 

test of time. 

Yes Please 

by Amy Poehler 

Our favorite funny-girl, star of 

Baby Mama, Saturday Night Live 

and Sisters has finally written a book 

about her life, apparently much to her 

dismay, as she hilariously reminds the 

audience how hard it is to write a book 

throughout the pages. In her memoir, 

Amy Poehler recounts the humorous 

and sometimes embarrassing experiences 

of her life, such as performing 

in childhood plays, working as a single 

mother with two kids, and meeting 

BFF Tina Fey. She tells stories 

of backstage pranks that happened on 

the set of SNL, proving that if you put 

20 comedians in a room, anything is 

bound to happen. Between it all, Amy 

offers life lessons and Comedy Central-style 

parables that entertain but 

also teach a few facts about the world. 

Crazy Rich Asians 

by Kevin Kwan 

NYU professor Rachel Chu never 

expected to find out that her boyfriend 

Nick is the heir to an opulent fortune 

and a member of one of the most elite 

families in Singapore. It’s safe to say 

that when Nick wants Rachel to meet 

his family, she’s in for a big surprise. 

Whirled around in private planes and 

fancy cars, Rachel is shocked by Nick’s 

world, not to mention all the fabulous 

women trying to take her place. Sprinkled 

with hilarious scenes of family 

gossip and crazy aunts, Kevin Kwan’s 

debut novel will probably have you 

laughing out loud. 

Water for Elephants 

by Sarah Gruen 

Jacob Jankowski is about to take 

his final veterinary exam at Cornell 

when his world collapses after both his 

parents are killed in a car accident. After 

finding out that they were broke, 

he has nothing left to his name. In the 

midst of grief and confusion, Jacob 

jumps aboard a train and unknowingly 

stumbles upon his future with the 

Benzini Brothers Most Spectacular 

Show on Earth, a traveling circus. Jacob, 

who is more educated than half 

the crew, can’t help but fall in love with 

the beautiful Marlena, an equestrian 

performer and cruel circus director’s 

wife. In a story filled with danger, love 

and friendship, the true hero may be 

an elephant named Rosie, who wins 

over every reader’s heart. 


ENTERTAINMENT 

Netflix Movies 

You Didn’t Know Existed 

By Ellen Johnson 

Whether you prefer newer sensations 

like Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt or 

classic, binge-worthy picks like Gossip 

Girl, Netflix is always there to distract 

you from homework, studying, working 

out — you name it. 

But what about the other side of 

Netflix? We’re talking about those indie 

movies that pop up in your suggested 

titles. If you’ve never thought to stray 

from One Tree Hill long enough to sort 

through them all, here’s our list of best 

Netflix independent titles to check out 

this spring. 

The Last Five Years 

This 2014 flick based on the hit Off- 

Broadway show stars Anna Kendrick 

and Jeremy Jordan in a love story 

for the ages. The musical film had 

a limited release before making its 

way to Netflix and now calls for any 

audience who loves original songs 

and a snappy love story. The film 

chronicles Cathy, a struggling actress, 

and Jamie, a writer, as they muddle 

through the twists and turns of their 

lives and relationship. 

You’ll like this if you like: Pitch Perfect, 

The Notebook 

The Lifeguard 

Kristen Bell (of Frozen fame) stars 

in this 2013 Sundance selection about 

a reporter, Leigh, who leaves her job 


in New York City to return to her 

childhood home in Connecticut. But 

her childhood home isn’t the only thing 

juvenile about her lifestyle change. 

Leigh finds a job among teenagers 

working as a lifeguard and falls into a 

treacherous relationship with a teenage 

boy. Heckled by her family and friends 

to put her life back together, Leigh is 

left trying to pick up the pieces. 

You’ll like this if you like: You Again, 

Silver Linings Playbook 

Drinking Buddies 

Beer and romance in one movie? 

Yes please! This movie, starring Olivia 

Wilde and Jake Johnson (a.k.a Nick on 

New Girl), was filmed in an improvised 

fashion, meaning the original script 

was very short and allowed actors to 

insert their own comedy and material 

throughout. The laid-back film tells 

the story of brewery co-workers 

Luke and Kate who spend most of 

their time drinking and flirting, but 

after a weekend with each other and 

their respective significant others, 

they discover who they should really 

be with. 

You’ll like this if you like: He’s Just Not 

That Into You, That Awkward Moment 

Hick 

While we’re used to Blake Lively as 

the fabulous Serena van der Woodsen, 

Hick shows off her fierceness in a 

completely different manner. Lively 

stars alongside Chloë Grace Moretz 

in this story of a Nebraska teen, Luli 

(Moretz), who runs away from her 

broken home to claim her fame in Las 

Vegas. She packs a pistol and runs 

into some interesting characters on 

her adventure, eventually befriending 

Lively’s character, Glenda, and 

learns what it means to be a strong, 

independent woman. 

You’ll like this if you like: Paper Towns, 

Carrie 

Frances Ha 

This classic finding-your-way story 

is all about the uniqueness of female 

friendship. Frances lives in New York 

City and works for a dance company 

but is not an especially talented 

dancer and lacks direction in life. 

While Frances feels lost, her best 

friend Sophie is there through it all. 

They help each other through life, even 

if it just means hanging out and being 

ridiculous together. Everyone will 

relate to this movie; you’ll want to go 

find your best gal pal and thank her 

for always being there. 

You’ll like this if you like: The Sisterhood 

of the Traveling Pants, The 

Other Woman

ENTERTAINMENT 

By Claire Turner 

TUSCA- 

LOOSA’S 

MUSIC 

SCENE: 

MORE 

THAN 

JUST 

COVER 

BANDS 

Five men sit inside a small van, 

surrounded by their luggage, 

fluffy pillows and empty bags 

of fast food. The Spotify playlist 

is rollin’, the sun is shining and the 

guys are cracking jokes. 

Is this a road trip for a group of 

stand-up comedians? No, but it is 

Tuscaloosa city’s hit band, CBDB, on 

their way to play a show at Soul Kitchen 

concert venue in Mobile, Alabama. 

With their first East Coast co-headlining 

tour underway, CBDB is now 

a band on the move. Since the recent 

release of their third album, The Fame 

EP, this fresh local band has certainly 

developed a notable reputation as a 

crowd favorite. 

The band was formed in 2011 by Cy 

Simonton and Kris Gottlieb on guitar 

and vocals, plus Glenn Dillard (saxophone, 

keys, vocals), David Ray (bass 

and vocals) and Paul Oliver (drums). 

The friends knew one another from 

previous musical projects and decided 

to join to form CBDB. 

T-Town’s up-and-coming music 

scene has propelled CBDB to new 

heights, notably with the opening of 

new venues around town, like Druid 

City Music Hall. 

“I think being in Tuscaloosa gives 

you an opportunity to play in a bunch 

of places, so I think for a long time we 

were kind of honing the band in just 

by playing,” Simonton says. “I mean, 

we used to play Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 

all in places in Tuscaloosa. So 

I think that opportunity of just having 

a bunch of places that you can play 

is helpful.” 

Simonton says seeing people show up 

to the shows and connect with the artists 

is a great way to build community 

and support local bands. 

“When you start seeing the same 

faces over and over again, that starts 

building the community and then 

that’s kind of when we started getting 

more serious about it,” he says. 

The band’s latest tour, Thinking In 

Stereo Tour with Backup Planet, travelled 

all along the Southeast and the 

East Coast, going as far north as NYC 

and as far west as New Orleans. 

“We really like playing in the Southeast,” 

Oliver says. “You know, Tuscaloosa, 

Auburn, Birmingham, those 

are really good ‘home’ spots for us. 

They’re some of the spots we’ve been 

playing the longest too, which for sure 

has something to do with that.” 

With twangy sounds reminiscent of 

the Dave Matthews Band and vocals 

that rival Matchbox Twenty’s frontman 

Rob Thomas, CBDB is Tuscaloosa’s 

very own self-proclaimed “joyfunk” 

band. 

Alice got the chance to catch up with 

CBDB and chat about their music, 

plans and their favorite places to play 

down South. 

CBDB Q&A 

How long have you been playing 

music together? 

CBDB: We’ve been together since 

2011, so I guess we’re coming up on 

our fifth-year anniversary. 

Anything special planned? 

CBDB: Not yet. We’ve kind of been 

talking about some stuff. Definitely 

probably some new merch designs 


and stuff based off the fifth-year 

mark. But hopefully we’ll be able to 

book a show close to — if not the exact 

date of — the fifth year mark. So 

that’ll be fun. 

What do you do in your time off? 

CBDB: We get a lot of rest. We [recently] 

took a little bit of time off from 

playing, which is always good because 

you get stuck in a rut. If you’re on the 

road a lot, it’s hard to keep the motivation 

and newness of it; you kind of get 

stuck in a rut, so coming back after 

a couple weeks off and getting away 

from it is kind of refreshing. Things 

sound new and different than before 

just because you’ve been away from it. 

What is your writing process 

usually like? 

CBDB: Each song is different, but 

for the majority of them someone will 

come up with an idea. Recently, David 

has come up with a bunch of stuff 

that he built up. So we’ll start there 

and then we just kind of jam on that 

for a minute, try to think of counter-melodies 

and other parts, try to see 

what fits and what doesn’t. The words 

are always last, and I’ll usually just 

start singing gibberish over it, trying 

to get a melody, and then sometimes 

the words will come from the gibberish. 

Sometimes I’ll have words on my 

phone, like I’ve written down ideas, 

and sometimes ideas will come from 

that. But sometimes they just sort of 

get made up on the spot. 

What are some bands that have 

inspired your sound? 

CBDB: I think Umphrey’s McGee is a 

big one for sure. All of us have a very 

varied taste. I know Chris, our guitar 

player, is a big Mastodon fan and some 

heavier stuff like that, so that brings 

more of a metal sound to the stuff that 

we do. D-Ray, our bass player, he’s a 

big Chili Peppers and Snarky Puppy 


fan. But it’s a lot more of the more 

prog-rock stuff that we enjoy mostly. 

How do you think that your music 

fits into all of that? 

CBDB: I think it’s definitely similar to 

a lot of that stuff. I think it’s a little 

more vocal driven than some of that 

stuff. I try to write pop songs basically, 

but prog-pop songs. We’ve been 

calling our music prog-pop lately, and 

I think that’s pretty fitting just because 

we want to write catchy tunes, 

but then have musicianship that will 

have musicians bobbing their heads 

saying, “Wow,” you know? All these 

people ask us what our sound is, and 

we don’t want to say boring stuff, so 

we just sort of branded it “joyfunk.” 

But it started off a little bit more on 

the “pop-y” side than on the “prog-y” 

side, but the progressive stuff is definitely 

something we enjoy, so it’s always 

something that we want to do. 

What are your goals? 

CBDB: I mean we’re already on Spotify. 

I think our goals are probably to 

get signed to an agency, and we just 

did that with [Progressive Global 

Agency]. Now I think our new goal is 

just to spread it as much as we can and 

keep writing and getting as excited as 

we can. This is something we want to 

do for the rest of our lives. So we want 

to get to the point where we’re making 

enough money to have a family and 

all that stuff and do that while playing 

music, so I think that’s kind of the 

goal. 

Why CBDB? 

CBDB: Well, we try to keep that ambiguous. 

We usually let folks guess, 

basically, for that stuff. 

What’s been your favorite guess 

that you’ve heard so far? 

CBDB: Aw, man, see that’s why we 

do that, because this is a good one. 

There’s a bunch of them. Cool Boogie 

Dance Bakery, Cold Beer, Dank 

Buds… it’s a lot of fun hearing people 

guess what it is. 

Where is your favorite place to play 

in Tuscaloosa? 

CBDB: Currently either Green Bar or 

the old Jupiter Bar, which was a lot of 

fun. We played Druid City [Brewery] 

one time, but it was kind of a bust for 

us because it was after the Ole Miss 

game, and we only got to play for a little 

bit. But Druid City Music Hall will 

be a fun one in April. I can’t wait to see 

who will be there soon. But Green Bar 

definitely has been a favorite for sure. 

To listen to and keep up with 

CBDB, visit Spotify, Pandora, cbdbmusic.com, 

@cbdbtweets, @cbdbpics, 

Facebook and YouTube.

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