How to Be the Girl Everyone Wants to Be

Be active and fit. Start exercising by being up and moving for at least 1 hour a day. Sometimes physical exercise does that for you. Don't just give up, it may be a lot of work, but when you're older you're going to be thankful for a fit body. Also, remember that you are what you eat. If what you eat is greasy, fake, and fattening, that is exactly what you will be. On the other hand, if what you eat is fresh, tasteful, and healthful, it will show. Not only do healthy eating and exercise make you look better, but you feel better and more energetic, too.

Have good hygiene. Shower daily, wear deodorant and a little perfume, wash your face and brush and floss your teeth morning and night, and keep your hair and face nice. Don't overdo it, though. Keep your nails looking fresh and nail polish if desired. Always drink water throughout the day it keeps your breath fresh. Chew mint gum or have mints with you. Make sure to shave your legs every day, whether it's at the gym or if you want to wear shorts.

Select a suitable hairstyle. Choose a haircut you know will flatter you. There are good choices to select from a favored celebrity or even people around you. Ask a few friends if you think the haircut would look good on you, and get advice from the hair stylist as well. Bring a picture of that celeb or photos of your friend's hair-do next time you get your hair cut. Ask to get a similar cut while also seeking the stylist's input. Consider the effectiveness of having subtle highlights rather than bold streaks which look dated. Most hair colors could use a little warmth, so ask for a richer, subtle tone.

Wear minimal makeup. Make-up should be used to enhance your beauty, not to cover up flaws, so try to clear your skin. A baby-rose blush is essential for glowy skin. Concealer for zits, dark circles, and acne or pimples. Wear nude-pink lipstick to make your lips look fuller and more natural. Just make sure you use the right color for your skin.

Select quality clothes. Style is easy for some people, and harder for others. Think of one rule - more than four colors are overkill, and at least one color in your outfit should match something else in the outfit. For example, say you're wearing a yellow floaty shirt, a pink tiered skirt over blue embroidered jeans, and gray sneakers; a yellow cardigan, pearl earrings, and a necklace, and a white, yellow, blue, and pink patterned bag would look great and pull together the teen-casual bohemian-classy look. Remember, in the words of Coco Chanel, "When accessorizing, always take off the last thing you put on."

Wear clothes that compliment your figure. The clothes you wear should make you feel comfortable. Try to pick your outfits the night before you go to school or an event, so in the morning you have more time to focus on make-up and hair. Don't be intimidated by other girls' outfits because your style is unique and just give her a nice compliment. There are many places to shop that have great prices and amazing clothes. Be tasteful, and wear clean, nice, yet laid-back clothes.

Consider getting your ears pierced. One piercing is good, but if you want a little diamond or colored stud get a second. That way you have the option of wearing one or two earrings. Or, try to have a perfect pair of earrings and jewelry for every outfit.

Remember that you look beautiful. Get some nice highlights if desired, or wear the same necklace with every outfit.

Work on the best parts of your personality. This is key. Be confident, but not in a "look-at-me" way. Don't put yourself down a lot as some girls do. If anyone asks you if you're pretty, give a tiny shrug and say, "I think I look fine." Be nice to everybody, even people you don't much like, and practice effective assertive comebacks, but never get into serious fights. Hang around with at least one respected and nice girl, and have a list of people you can call up to do something fun with. Popularity doesn't have to be an episode of Gossip Girl.

Be Intelligent. If you are unintelligent, people won't want to hang around you, let alone be like you, because you will be empty-- like a pretty package with absolutely nothing inside. On the other hand, beauty and brains are VERY admirable and attractive, and people will look up to you and wonder how you do it. So listen in class, take notes, do your homework, and set aside some time for studying every day. You will have straight A's and no worries in no time!

Be confident and friendly. People who know who they are and are proud of it are extremely sought after. You will have many friends and people who like you and admire you if you have good posture, smile, and speak clearly. Don't be afraid to be yourself, it is a quality few people have, and they will love you for it!

Flirt genuinely. When you flirt, do it genuinely and work at least one compliment into every long conversation, but not too many. Guys love being flattered, as do girls! If you ask a guy out and he turns you down, keep your poise and remember he's not worth it.

Be a good person. If you are a rude, stuck-up brat, all of this will be in vain. No one likes a snob. So be nice to everyone, forgive and forget, and don't start stuff. That is just immature.

Be cheerful. Laugh a lot and smile often. When you're walking or sitting on a plane or something, have a dreamy little smile on your face. You'll look like a girl with a good secret like someone has a crush on you or something. Fact - smiling people look more attractive than frowns. Practice your expressions in the mirror.