LONGHORN LIFE
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Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Style notes
Keeping the 40 acres trendy
F A S H I O N It’s the last week of October, and sure, Halloween is great and all, but next week is Fun Fun Fun Fest! You probably already have the lineup printed, highlighted and ready to go, so prepare to replace the Halloween candy binge for musical ear candy and that rumpled costume for the perfect fest wear. As November quickly approaches and the ever-changing Austin weather has you scrambling through your closet for temperature-appropriate clothing, the pressure to look your
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best is mounting. Hey, Ryan Gosling may even show up like he did last year. Ditch the floral crown once used for Coachella and the obligatory denim cropped top you wore to ACL, because FFF Fest is a cooler and calmer beast; the temperature is predicted to be in the mid-70s throughout the weekend. Feel free to put away those floral bandeaus and Americana tanks and opt for cozy sweaters, comfortable shoes and layer, layer, layer. In case the weather heats up, you can easily peel off
by Maria Rivera photos courtesy of Polyvore clothing and readily pile it back on if the temperatures dip. Keeping it simple and relaxed will allow you to experience the amazing acts without shivering or pulling down any short shorts. Whether you’re all set to rock out in front of Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros’ stage or see Run-D.M.C’s epic reunion, we’ve selected a few outfits that will be perfect for any performance.
LONGBOARDING HERO Guys, take a page out of the Explosions in the Sky guidebook and let your clothes be as chill as you are. Keep it simple with a striped pullover and classic Vans. sweater, RVCA, $60 jeans, Vans, $54.50 slip-ons, Vans, $45 hat, Obey, $28
PUNK ROCK PRINCESS An oxblood maxi skirt paired with a lightweight floral sweater sets a sweet tone for FFF Fest.You’ll look stylish among a sea of denim; just be sure to wear a tank or tee underneath in case the weather gets stuffy. maxi skirt, ModCloth, $49 Obey sweater, Buckle, $49.50 Toms wedges, Toms.com, $89
NIGHT OWL DARLING Graphic sweaters are a must this fall with extra points for those with cute animals. Pairing a soft and oversized pullover with black jeans and comfortable sneakers will ensure a relaxed festival experience. owl sweater, Madewell, $88 skinny jeans, Old Navy, $29 Originals, Adidas, $60