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We all wish we could cast a spell that would instantly make us over into the best versions of ourselves as we head back to school, much like Louise Miller (played by Blake Lively’s big sis!) did in the ‘80s movie Teen Witch. Sadly, most of us must live without supernatural powers, but that doesn’t mean we can’t undergo a little easy-to-execute makeover before the first school bells toll. Here are a few ways to refresh your image before heading back to class:

Rethink your facial hair

Girls should work toward bolder brows, as the pencil-thin, over-plucked look is no longer trending. Boys should work to grow out whatever facial hair they’re capable of cultivating, as beards are big this fall!
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>h4> Revamp your wardrobe

Ladies should look for all-white ensembles, fun collars, blanket coats, and lots of leather. Men should also embrace the leather look, as well as try to incorporate metal-detailed shoes, and turtlenecks into their wardrobes.
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Use moderation

This fall’s beauty trends are all about natural-looking makeup accented with a pop of color. Think red lipstick or cobalt blue mascara. We also suggest dialing your nail art down a bit by testing out a reverse french manicure.
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Redo you ‘do

Remember the ombre trend from a few seasons ago? It’s back, but this time in reverse. Keep lighter colors at your roots, and go darker toward the ends. As for the menfolk, here are some ideas on giving your locks a new look — we’re partial to the slicked back undercut.
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Read the next book everyone will be talking about

Dare Me by Megan Abbott is being billed as Fight Club for girls, and it’s getting a lot of buzz for being refreshingly well-written and endlessly engaging. Your lazy summer brain might miss the Twilight-esque popcorn fare you’ve been reading poolside all summer, but this smart story will get you back on track for class and for locker talk.
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Set your TiVo

If you haven’t already (you’re a glutton for punishment…?), ditch Whitney and 2 Broke Girls in favor of newbie show The Mindy Project. Why? Because it’s actually funny, which means that people will actually be watching it, which means that you’ll need to tune in to keep up!
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Feel good by getting in on the latest health craze

Chia seeds are all the rage right now, and many are suggesting that they should replace flax seeds in your diet. We know, we know — you don’t eat either seed! But, you should. Here are a few ways to work chia seeds into your current meal plan so that you can return to school with glowing skin!
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Get moving and shake it up

Add Zumba, CrossFit, or even barefoot running (carefully!) into your weekly exercise regimen. All are trending, and all are good for getting into shape, fast. Watch the Olympics to get yourself in the mood to work hard toward your fall fitness goals!
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Practice confidence

Confidence is strongly believed to play a big role in success. Here are 17 simple suggestions for building up your confidence — magic spells not included! And remember, everyone else is just as nervous as you for the first day of school. If everyone’s nervous, there’s nothing to be nervous about!
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What are you doing to prepare yourself to return to school? Leave your ideas in the comments below.