It was just over 15 years ago when the world fell in love Elle Woods, who was dumped by Warner Huntington Ⅲfor not being “serious” enough. Determined to get the “love of her life” back, the positive college student set to prove she was not the stereotypical airhead blonde. She earned a 179 on her LSAT and got into Harvard Law School. This popular early 2000’s movie changed the game. Elle set a new standard for self love, work ethic and taught millennials things we can still use today. So in honor of the 15th anniversary of “Legally Blonde” let’s take a look back at the things Elle Woods taught us best.
1. Listening to Hoku’s “Perfect Day” really is the perfect way to start your day.
This popular 2000's hit and the movies most notable song is still my jam when getting ready to take on a crazy day.
2. You can never be overdressed.
Just be aware, everybunny may be jealous of your outfit.
3. Exercise is key.
Endorphins really do make you happy.
4. Glasses do make you feel smarter.
What, like getting into law school is hard?
5. The bend and snap has a 98% success rate.
And when used appropriately it has an 83% rate of return on a dinner invitation.
6. Orange can never be the new pink.
But really. Pink is the new pink. Not orange, not black, but pink.
7. Knowledge is power.
Not just with school; from beauty to fashion to pop culture even international news: stay in the know.
8. Work your butt off.
When someone tells you that you can't, show them you can.
9. Surround yourself with great friends.
Have people (or even animals) who are going to build you up, not knock you down.
10. Presentation is everything.
Presentation is like the icing on the cake, "It gives it a little something extra, don't you think?"
11. Never let a guy determine your self worth.
Never let a man tell you that you aren't good enough. If he wants you to change anything about yourself, it is beyond time to take the trash to the curb.
12. Always chase your dreams.
Have a dream? Figure out how to make it happen. Do it. No excuses. Do you, boo.
13. Never underestimate yourself.
It's like Elle's hottie Emmett said, "You know being a blonde is a pretty powerful thing." Don't let your background, past or even hair color stand in your way of succeeding.
14. Girls stick together.
Don’t believe me? Paulette and Elle’s relationship. Elle’s sorority sisters. Elle even became besties with her ex’s new girl. Now that's some serious girl power.
15. Stay true to yourself and you will succeed.
"You must always have faith in people, and you must always have faith in yourself."
