How to Think, Look, and Act Just Like Massie Block

If you've even so much as glanced at a book from "The Clique" series by Lisi Harrison, chances are you've felt that pang of envy for--the one and only--Miss Block. Able to get whatever she wants at the snap of her perfectly manicured fingers, the beautiful and uber-confident Massie Block has the most popular and fabulous friends, a wardrobe to die for, and a hot Briarwood boyfriend. We know you'd give anything just to be more like her. And why can't you? Start reading this article and you'll be just like her.

Have confidence! This means not pointing out your flaws to others. (Example: "My hair is so frizzy today!" or "Is this top cute? 'Cause I'm not sure...")

1. Have good posture and always look straight ahead, (never at the ground) and do not ever let people know when you feel unsure of yourself or your opinions. Never appear to be upset. Don't cry or make comments about how "your life sucks.", because if you want to be Massie, your life does not suck. You must always make it seem as if you have everything together and that your life is perfect, or else people will never idolize you. Even if you're really embarrassed about something, you have to just laugh it off and forget about it! If you don't make a big deal about it, chances are that nobody else will. You can never show weakness!
2. Try to make your hair straight, extremely shiny, brunette, and about shoulder length, if at all possible. However, there can be a Massie with extremely shiny red wavy hair, so just try to keep it glossy. Massie also has sparkling amber eyes and wonderful skin. You don't have to look exactly like this(always choose the look that works best on you), but you must always try to appear your best.
   
   • Get super shiny hair by using shine shampoo, (such as Citré Shine, Pantene, or Brilliant Brunette Shine-Release) shine serum, gloss treatment (you can get one thats a bit like a hair coloring kit. They usually sell them at drug stores and salons. They can come in clear (which is just gloss, actually). They could also come in tinted (which is just gloss that makes your hair a little colored). Another option would be to use spray (know your limits -- don't use too much or else your hair can look at tad bit greasy). Remember to rinse out your conditioner with cold water (as cold as you can stand it, or even more if you're daring!). Try to take the time out of you day and use it to consult hair magazines or a hair stylist to find the best cut for your face (but try to not go shorter than shoulder length, if you can!). A tip is to use a touch of olive oil for an inexpensive shine booster. Use it only on your ends.
   • If you desire amber brown eyes (and you don't have them), experiment with color contacts. Remember that there can be a blond-haired and blue-eyed Massie out there, too!
   • Achieve your best skin by washing your face every night with a good cleanser (Clean & Clear works great) and exfoliating and moisturizing daily. If you have dry skin, wash your face once per day and use more moisturizer; if you have more oily skin, still use moisturizer and wash your face more often. When you're drying your face, remember to pat, not rub (rubbing pulls the skin and causes wrinkles, which is considered unattractive). If you have bad acne that cannot be fixed by this skincare regimen, see a dermatologist and ask them for suggestions and possible treatments. Try to not wash your hair more than once a day. Doing so has the potential to dry out your skin and make it raw. We're trying to avoid that.
   • For make-up, be careful not to wear too much (after all, you want to be like Massie -- not Nina!). Wear an eyeshadow in a natural color like brown, gold, or beige(or whatever subtle color compliments your eye color). Thinly line your eyes carefully with a black or brown eyeliner, and add a coat or two of black mascara that thickens and lengthens - or mix and match the two! Conceal all of your blemishes with the right shade and amount of concealer -- not too much! It's also very important to remember your lip gloss! Massie would never leave home without hers! Buy a variety of different good-smelling flavors and bring few of them anywhere you go.
   • Make sure your teeth are bright-white and perfect. If your teeth are crooked, use "Invisiline" rather than getting braces (It saves you the trouble of having bad memories of being called "Brace Face".). Whiten your teeth with laser procedures or Crest Whitestrips. Brush at least twice a day with whitening toothpaste, and remember to floss! Not only is this common sense, you'll feel better in the long run for just 3 minutes taken out of your day.
3. Have fabulous wardrobe. After all, Massie would be nothing without hers! Be a true fashion girl and wear expensive clothes from stores/designers like BCBG, Coach, Juicy Couture, Ralph Lauren, Seven For All Mankind, Guess, Lacoste, C&C California, Marc Jacobs, Joie, True Religion, etc... (But if you just can't afford these designers, thats perfectly alright!). However, if you do not have the money and do want designer clothes for half off, or more, shop at clearance sales/outlets/ loehmanns for basics like a really fab designer purse, a wool coat, zip-up leather knee high boots, ballet flats/kitten heels, and a fall / sprng blazer. Make sure these are ****c fabrics, try to keep these basics trend-free, so you can look in the moment. Another tip is to buy very well fitting but solid colored clothes free of 'special effects' and sassy them up with inexpensive jewelry. If you like graphic tees, get 2 and pref by junk food. Get four pairs of jeans in these colors: dark wash navy, light wash grey,dark wash,good old blue. Go for straight leg, no flare no skinny taper. Just straight from the hip or the low riseAlways dress to impress. Never leave the house in sweats and a T-shirt (unless you want to look like you don't care, which isn't the look a lot of people tend to like). Even if you can't afford super-expensive clothes, make sure to always look pulled together and stylish, with coordinated accessories and cute shoes. Try not wear clothes that look obviously last season or last year. For example, a well fitting suede/tweed jacket will always be chic, and never last year. Get a cute bookbag. A final note on inexpensive clothes: don't ever wear anything that looks like it is cheap. This means don't go for the Wal-Mart or Limited Too look when you can be buying low-priced (and way cuter) clothing from Forever 21 (but not from Wet Seal! Even if Kristen shops there, Massie still loathes it!). Oh, and no too tight or too big tacky clothing please. Wear stuff that fits you and looks hot. If you're not sure, get a second opinion. Try to see if you're parents will allow it if your underwear/thongs/bras are cute, too. If you can't wear thongs, opt for boy shorts in ultra pretty colors and with cute embellishments, it also banishes VPL. Stores like Victoria's Secret tend to have some nice selections. Honestly, people do notice in the locker room when you're changing. Never wear the same outfit more than once every two weeks or more: if you double up, people will think that you are thrifty and don't have very many clothes...and we wouldn't want them to think that, would we? No.
4. Massie is the queen bee. Popular. Worshipped. And how does she do this? By looking fabulous, having the right attitude, and establishing her dominance by using intimidation. Get together a clique of the prettiest and most fashionable girls in the school, three-four others. Make sure you are their leader. Your beta (second in command) should be the most loyal. The other girls should also be loyal and reliable; make sure you have at least one nice-ish girl to keep the peace in your clique. If you don't all get along, you will never rule. It's all about unity. This doesn't mean you can't boss them around though--it's what Massie would do! Test the waters by starting off really nice, then gradually getting a bit harsher. If they stick with you, you'll know you have 'em forever. Lighten up a bit if they start to stray. Make sure people are somewhat scared/intimidated by you, so that you know they'll do whatever you want. Be totally snobby to the losers at your school (a.k.a. basically everyone outside your group). Chances are, you'll be so fabulous by then, it will only make them idolize you more.
5. You must be thin to maintain your social status! This means very little or no fatty/sugary foods like chips, soda, candy, fried chicken, pizza, etc. It's a tough sacrifice to make, but well worth it in the long run! Work out regularly on a treadmill, doing crunches, squats, or playing the specified sports below. Chew sugarless gum. Never be too skinny or develop an eating disorder. Not only will many rumors be circulated about you, but you could even die from it!
6. You'll need some awesome clothes, so be prepared to spend! Go online for shops not in your area and online discounts!