by Rachel Gounder – University of Texas at Austin Fall is all about that FUNK! One of the first things people notice about someone is their eyes. Look at the mirror right now, what does your eye look say about you? I spent the day at Sephora trying on some fun and funky looks and found out that...

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 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...

For many of us, teal make up might sound a little intimidating. However, done right, teal can be flirty and fun for a night out. In the latest issue of Lucky, the magazine shows us a cool spin on the smoky eye. Basically, work black eye liner into the top and bottom lashes, then lay teal down directly...

by Sneha Goud I was six or seven when a fellow Indian playmate informed my skin was darker than hers because I didn’t bathe enough.  Even at that age, I was aware her claims were false.  But it didn’t stop me from staring at myself in a mirror when I got home that day or on all the other...

by Pooja Patel Remember that awkwardly shaded eye shadow that made you feel like you were dressing up more for Halloween, rather than a night out on the town? How long has it lingered around in your make-up bag? What about your mascara? As you shift around items in your collection, you may have wonder...

by Pooja Patel Brown Girl recently had a chance to talk to aspiring musician Katie Gray, a while back. You may have heard her beautifully haunting song, “Set Free” sampled on an episode last season of the hit TV show, Bones.  Coming from a mixed South Asian and American background, this talented...

by Musleha Munir “Oh my God, what happened to her eye? Did someone punch her? Oh my God, someone punched both of her eyes! Wait, what…oh. It’s her makeup. Was she trying to do a smokey eye?” The perfect smokey look is a classic and sultry look, perfect for any night out. But many...

Photograph by Thuy Ly. by Ismath Mohideen I will admit: I’ve avoided the sun so I wouldn’t get darker. I’ve gone swimming at night instead of during the day to avoid tan lines. It’s completely and utterly ridiculous. I should enjoy the sun’s warm rays and get some exercise!...