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The world of beauty has certainly changed dramatically over decades of influence. Let's look back 50 years ago and see how we got to where we are today!

The 1970's: Punk Rock

Pictured: Debbie Harry (Blondie)

The 70's were all about the eyeshadow! Bright colors or simply jet black shadow was meant to grab attention. Messy hair was also a feature of the time. As the punk rock movement was gaining popularity from bands like the Ramones and Blondie, the look eventually transitioned well into the 80's.

The 1980's: Dance Pop

Pictured: Madonna

As we see punk fashion creep into pop music, an edgier style starts to form. Sporting bold lip colors, controversial symbolism, and a clash of classic and risque attire, Madonna's influence left the 80's in liberating expression.

The 1990's: "Au Naturale"

Pictured: Jennifer Aniston

The makeup of the 90's was either a "no-makeup makeup" or in reference to the grunge movement. Most women leaned towards a routine of powder foundation, brown mascara, and a nude lip. Grunge makeup was typically worn by singers like Courtney Love, usually had smokey black eyeliner and a dark lip.

The 2000's: Bubblegum Pop

Pictured: Britney Spears

Lip gloss, shimmer, and foundation that was way too dark for out skin was typically worn by women such as Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, and Kelly Clarkson. Harsh and chunky highlights were often a popular look as well. Despite these looks being as they were, everything changed when social media came into the public eye.

The 2010's: Instagram Makeup

Pictured: Cara Delevingne (Below)

There really is no unifying theme when it comes to the makeup of this decade, this is because of social media outlets such as Instagram. On here, the exchange of beauty idea/tips are more frequent and the final products are often diverse in nature. As shown above, a cut crease is often a more glamorous and bold look, while the more subtle look that Cara Delevingne is sporting is more common among the average makeup wearer. Experimenting with colors, textures, and shapes is all what makes this decade stand out.

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20 Small Tattoos With Big Meanings

Tattoos with meaning you can't deny.

Samantha Williams

Samantha Williams Dec 23, 2014

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It's tough to find perfect tattoos with meaning. You probably want something permanent on your body to mean something deeply, but how do you choose a tattoo that will still be significant in 5, 10, 15, or 50 years? Over time, tattoos have lost much of their stigma and many people consider them a form of art, but it's still possible to get a tattoo you regret. So here are 20 tattoos where you can't go wrong. Here are 20 small tattoos with big meanings. (But don't blame me if you still have to deal with questions that everyone with a tattoo is tired of hearing!).

1. A semi-colon indicates a pause in a sentence but does not end. Sometimes it seems like you may have stopped, but you choose to continue on.

2. "A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor."

3. Top symbol: unclosed delta symbol which represents open to change. Bottom symbol: strategy.

4. "There are nights when the wolves are silent and only the moon howls."

5. Viking symbol meaning "create your own reality."

6.Greek symbol of Inguz: where there's a will, there's a way.

7. Psalm 18:33 "He makes my feet like the feet of a deer; he causes me to stand on the heights."

8. 'Ohm' tattoo that represents 4 different states of consciousness and a world of illusion: waking (jagrat), dreaming (swapna), deep sleep (sushupti), transcendental state (turiya) and world of illusion (maya)

9. Alchemy: symbolizes copper, means love, balance, feminine beauty and artistic creativity.

10. The Greek word “Meraki” means to do something with soul, passion, love and creativity or to put yourself in to whatever you do.

11. Malin (Skövde, Sweden) – you have to face setbacks to be able to go forward.

12. Symbol meaning "thief" from the Hobbit. It was the rune Gandalf etched into Bilbo's door so the dwarves could find his house.

13. “Lux in tenebris” means “light in darkness.”

14. Anchor Tattoo: symbolizing strength & stability, something (or someone) who holds you in place, and provides you the strength to hold on no matter how rough things get.

15."Ad Maiora” is translated literally as “Towards greater things.” It is a formula of greeting used to wish more success in life, career or love.

16. A glyphs means “explore.” It was meant as a reminder for me to never stop exploring.

17. "Aut inveniam viam aut faciam," meaning roughly, "Either I shall find a way, or I will make one."

18. Lotus Flower. It grows in muddy water, and it is this environment that gives forth the flower’s first and most literal meaning: rising and blooming above the murk to achieve enlightenment.

19. The zen (or ensō) circle to me represents enlightenment, the universe & the strength we all have inside of us.

20. Two meanings. The moon affirms life. It looks as if it is constantly changing. Can reminds us of the inconsistency of life. It is also symbolizes the continuous circular nature of time and even karma.

Samantha Williams

Samantha Williams Dec 23, 2014

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there is nothing cool about crocs, Except, Well, everything

Have you seen how many colors they come in?!

Brittany Cangialosi

Brittany Cangialosi Jul 9, 2018

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Flashback to 2006 for a moment. Chasing Cars by Snow Patrol is blasting on the radio, and you're talking to your BFF on your lime green Razr cell phone that is EVERYONE is dying to have. You're headed to the mall to get none other than... CROCS. Yes, those wonderfully squishy shoes that are all the rage right now.

Now, flash forward 12 years later to 2018. You're on your brand new iPhone, and you're talking to your best friends still-- headed to the store to get none other than, CROCS. Because, of course, they're still in style.

Crocs are still some of the best shoes around and have survived throughout the years to come back into the front of the fashion scene-- on the feet of people everywhere. I mean, I'm not kidding, crocs are some of the best shoes... and here's why.

1. They come in SO MANY different colors

Honestly, look at that array of colors! You have Crocs to match every outfit.

2. They can be worn in water and on land

These shoes are so versatile... and very stylish.

3. They are SO comfortable

It is like walking on a cloud. Or memory foam. Or both. Ask anyone who owns a pair of Crocs and they will tell you they are some of the most comfortable shoes ever.

4. JIBBITZ

These things are some of the cutest additions to Crocs! There are thousands of different kinds of Jibbitz and I would love to have them all.

5. They float... no joke.

You will never lose a Croc underwater.

6. You can wear them no matter the season.

Summer? Go no socks with your Crocs. Winter? Slip on some socks with your Crocs and you're good to go.

7. Anyone can enjoy Crocs!

Young? Old? Boy? Girl? No matter the age, sex, race... you can enjoy Crocs.

8. They're easy to slip on, and offer a bit of support if you need that back strap

Strap up or strap back... you're good to go.

9. They were designed to eliminate achy feet

Crocs were literally designed with YOU in mind.

10. They're just an overall wonderfully versatile shoe.

Dress them up. Dress them down. Wear them with jeans or a dress. Crocs are the shoe that can be right for any occasion.

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Brittany Cangialosi

Brittany Cangialosi Jul 9, 2018

At Jacksonville State University