Hello Readers! BG is asking for your support for one of our fellow staffers. Foram Mehta (University of Texas) is auditioning to win her very own show on Oprah’s new network. Amongst thousands of submissions, Foram stands out as a bubbly personality and a fellow brown girl that’s definitely...

by Priya Patel – University of Florida Recently, I was able to interview Anand Wilder, a member of the increasingly popular indie band Yeasayer. Wilder plays guitar, keyboards, and contributes to vocals as well. Yeasayer has a greatly unique sound and their recently released second album, Odd...

by Aditi Mehta – Houston, TX Naeem Khan’s gorgeous designs have graced the likes of Beyonce, Michelle Obama, and Carrie Underwood (to name a few of the rockin’ women who have embraced Khan’s dresses). Saying his gowns are gorgeous seems like an understatement. Khan grew up in...

by Pooja Kansal – Indiana University You’re hot and the weather is hot. We all know that. Now what to wear? The Romper If you are… Petite: Spring for a strapless, shorts-style romper. The strapless top works well with a smaller bust size, and shorts will make your legs appear long and...

photographs by Thuy Ly Waiting for finals to be done so you can bask in the sun? Well, it’s almost over, and we’re here for you! Check out our newest BG model, Saba Danawala, as she lives our her summer dreams. check out the complete photoshoot on our flickr page and our facebook fan...

by Sneha Goud - Michigan State – Graduate “I’m so happy Ronnie from Jersey Shore was unavailable and this exciting opportunity was able to come my way.” That’s how Aziz Ansari, popular comedian, actor, and certified brown person announced he was hosting the 2010 Movie Awards. ...

by Neethi Srinivasan – University of Michigan Anyone who knows me knows that I am absolutely obsessed with football (go Patriots!) and like any true sports fan, the successes and failures of my team can greatly affect my day, month, or even sometimes, my year (Giants v Patriots, anyone?). However,...

by Aditi Mehta – Houston, TX Full Disclosure: ELF Cosmetics and I were introduced through work (they ended up being one of my clients for which I was NOT hired to sell/promote their products). However, after obtaining some of the products, I must say this is a great find! Most of us are strapped...

by Reshma Raniga – Georgia State University Building a winter wardrobe takes hours of relentless searching and pairing until you find pieces that are functional while classy. The worst thing is when you have to pack away your peacoats and gloves until the next winter. Well fear not! Here are some...

by Aditi Mehta Vogue India has faced quite a bit of criticism in the past for featuring “fairer” models that don’t necessarily showcase the real Indian color-scape. However, the new issue is garnering some attention for finally breaking the mold and featuring darker models on its cover. Check out...