Summer’s officially shining upon us! As teens pack up their school bags and kick off their vacation, this season’s trends are all about getting personal. There are headphones catered to every persona, flip-flops that put the personalization power in your hands, a video game that lets you customize your entire life, and even a charity that allows you to create your own cause. But whatever your taste, there are also universal favorites like the summery music of a new talent on the rise and a hair kit designed to give anyone the perfect summer look. And what’s summer without a blockbuster action movie and a highly addictive teen television show? June is simply kicking off what’s sure to be one of the most buzzed about summers ever!
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Courtesy of ABC Family/Bob D’Amico
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TV: The Secret Life of the American Teenager Season 2
Spotted: Buzz hit Gossip Girl losing viewers to the ABC Family’s The Secret Life of the American Teenager all last season. In fact, the teen drama pulled in such solid ratings that it now ranks as the network’s number one original series of all time. So the show’s diving into its second season this summer, premiering on Monday, June 22 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. And even though 15-year-old Amy (Shailene Woodley) gave birthday to her baby John at the end of last season, there are plenty of new secrets sending all the teens into major OMG moments. Dating drama mixed with dirty diapers? It’s too juicy not to watch!
http://abcfamily.go.com/ |
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Atlantic Records/Kayt Jones
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Music: Laura Izibor
She’s got the fresh spirit of Corinne Bailey Rae, the musical artistry of Alicia Keys, and the exotic looks of Gossip Girl’s Jessica Szohr, yet 22-year-old Irish singer Laura Izibor is a unique sensation of her own… poised to take over the music industry by storm. Laura’s already toured with John Legend and India.Arie and her music’s appeared on The Hills, Grey’s Anatomy, and Step Up 2: The Streets. And on her debut album, Let the Truth Be Told, out June 16, she sings with a genuine simplicity that can’t help but hook you in to her happy-go-lucky lyrics. Must-download tracks include “From My Heart to Yours” and “Shine” — both of which will immediately put a grin on your face and a bop in your step.
http://www.lauraizibor.com/ |
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Vans
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Accessories: Vans Girls Rockstar Duffel
Sure, Vans may be the ultimate in skateboard and extreme sports clothing and accessories, but the brand is also becoming synonymous with Hollywood’s hottest celebs! Twilight star Kristen Stewart was spotted in two different pairs of Vans kicks while hanging out in Vancouver where she was filming the sequel The Twilight Saga: New Moon — and Lindsay Lohan recently hit the streets of Hollywood with the colorful Vans Girls Rockstar Duffel (pictured, $52, vans.com). Not only does the bag capture attention anywhere you go, but it’s also made of a tough leather-like polyurethane that can endure anything. With bold studs on the strap and a pouch for your MP3 player on the inside, this bag is truly ready to rock!
http://www.vans.com/girls/ |
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iPopperz
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Tech: iPopperz
Headphones aren’t just a way to listen to your fave tunes anymore — they’re also a fashion statement. And thanks to iPopperz ($14.95 to $19.95, i-popperz.com), you can customize your ear buds as much as much as you customize your playlist. They come in five different lines: Colorz (mixed and matched bold color combos), Buddyz (adorable characters from ladybugs and pigs to smiling suns and a silly monkey), Jewelz (blinged-out peace signs, hearts, and stars), Sportz (soccer balls and basketballs, plus flags of Canada, France, and of course the good ol’ U.S.A), and Graffiti (rock star looks from the pink skull & bones (pictured) to yin and yang). But the best part is, iPopperz have partnered with VH1 Save the Music Foundation, so that part of the proceeds of every headphone goes to restore music education in schools! What better what to get and give back music!
http://www.i-popperz.com |
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Paramount Pictures/Jaimie Trueblood
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Movie: Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen
Transformers is back this summer to attempt a repeat of what the action figure toy-inspired film did two summers ago — skyrocketing into the Top 20 box office hits of all time. Breakout stars Shia LaBeouf and Megan Fox return in the sequel, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, on June 24 to team up again with the Autobots to fight off their enemies, the Decepticons. And with action film guru Michael Bay back as the director, the effects promise to be even more of a spectacle than the original. There’s hot young stars and romance storylines for the girls and high-tech gadgets and suspense-filled action sequences for the guys, so Transformers 2 is a guaranteed blockbuster — poised to give its predecessor a run for its money (literally!).
http://www.transformersmovie.com |
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Rsessions
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Beauty: RSessions Pink-Up Girl Kit
Struggling to get that perfect up-do for a summer night out? Hollywood hairstylists Kevin Ryan and Frank Rizzieri come to the rescue with their RSessions Pin-Up Girl Kit ($21.99, rsessiontools.com) that comes equipped with everything you need for that sophisticated red carpet look. With duckbill clips, snaps, hair buns, bungees, elastics, headbands, and pins of all shapes and sizes (flat pins, U-pins, bobby pins), there’s no style you can’t get. The kit also comes with step-by-step instructions to get the perfect ponytail, super chic bun, and classic beehive. And coming from the guys who’ve styled everyone from Hilary Swank and Beyoncé to Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell, you’ll be ready for your close-up in no time.
http://www.rsessiontools.com |
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Electronic Arts Inc.
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Video Games: The Sims 3
One of the most highly anticipated video games in years finally hit the shelves on June 2. Five years after the last Sims was released, comes The Sims 3 — in which you can do almost anything! Not only can you select your character’s body type, facial features, and specific personality traits (choices include romantic, kleptomaniac, and evil), but you can also control their destiny (wanna be a rock star, expert thief, or world leader?) and more importantly, their outfits (clothing patterns and even shoes!). Plus every Sims character is a movie star now, as you can direct and edit your own Sims’ movie complete with a soundtrack — and share your masterpiece with users around the world. Literally everything is possible on The Sims 3. It’s like real life… only better. ;)
http://www.thesims3.com/ |
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Popits
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Fashion: Popits Flip-Flops
It’s officially flip-flop season from coast to coast and there’s no better way to truly personalize your summer footwear than with Popits — sandals you can customize just the way you want them. Start by picking out your choice color of flip-flops ($16), and then build them by adding any combo of charms that suit your style. From floral orchids ($5) and jeweled hearts ($10) to tiaras ($15) and butterflies ($20), you can create the footwear that truly matches your personality. And if you change your mind? Just pop them off. The charms are reusable on hats and hair accessories too. It’s no wonder the Popits flip-flops have already become a staple among teen stars like Miley Cyrus, Brenda Song, and Selena Gomez!
http://www.popits.com/ |
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DoSomething
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Charity: DoSomething
What better way for teens to do something this summer than to get involved with DoSomething? The nonprofit puts the power in the hands of youth to choose what kind of cause they want to help. From animal welfare and environment to discrimination and international human rights, the site provides the resources and information for teens to take action in any field they’re passionate about. And plenty of big-hearted celebs have already gotten involved: David Archuleta with disaster relief, Chace Crawford with homelessness, and Jordin Sparks with education. So no lounging around this summer — it’s all about going out to do something!
http://www.dosomething.org |
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Universal Music
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Tour: Warped Tour
Every summer thousands of teens gather at what has been coined “punk rock summer camp” — officially known as the Vans Warped Tour. And this year’s 15th anniversary (running June 26 through August 23) officially makes it the longest-running touring festival in North America. The lineup ranges from the longtime staples Bad Religion and NOFX to current hitmakers Forever the Sickest Kids (pictured) and 3OH!3, plus bands on the rise like Cash Cash and NeverShoutNever! And Warped Tour isn’t just about the music — it’s about a lifestyle too. There are booths educating concertgoers about the importance of going green and a portion of the proceeds go to Camp Hollywood Heart to give kids infected and affected by HIV/AIDS a chance to go to summer camp. Good causes and good tunes? It’s definitely time to get Warped!
http://www.warpedtour.com |
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