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A Letter from the Editor Hello and welcome to the first issue of M Magazine! I first got this idea during Spring Break while on a trip with some of my closest friends. At the start of my junior year, I had found my passion for fashion, a career which I wish to pursue. During this trip, one of my best friends gave me the idea that I should act on this passion. Thus, the idea for a fashion magazine came about. Previously, I felt there were not enough opportunities for students like me to pursue fashion. I decided to create that opportunity with M Magazine! This first issue centers around all things fall: basic staple pieces for your closet, the trends we expect to see, how to accessorize, and more. I hope my love of all things fashion shines through within this magazine. Thank you to the amazing people who helped me publish this first issue of M Magazine!
All my love, Alyssa Diaz 3︱M Mag
07 Staple Pieces
16 Trends to Expect
23 How to Accessorize
25 What’s Your aesthetic? 4 ︱M MAG
28 Trends for your aesthetic
35 Outfits we like
37 The Crowned Bird
38 Thank you letter 5︱M Mag
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All About the Basics By Alyssa Diaz
For every season, there are a few staple pieces we think you need for your wardrobe. These pieces can be mixed and matched to give you completely different looks. Here are some of the pieces we think you should invest in.
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Tanks and tees are essential for your wardrobe. These pieces can be paired with layering pieces and various bottoms to create several different styles of looks.
Want to upgrade your look? Try layering a flannel and sticking to one color to create a monochrome fit! Dress up a simple tank with a trendy midi skirt of your choice!
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turtlenecks Turtlenecks are a must in your wardrobe this fall. Layer knitwear, a coat, or accessories and pair different bottoms to create new looks with the same piece. Whether you prefer a turtleneck alone or like to layer over, neutrals pair with almost anything!
Sleeveless turtlenecks count, too! Pair them the same way as regular turtlenecks but stay cooler.
White Mock Neck from The Crowned Bird
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Coats & Jackets Coats and jackets help add complexity to any outfit and keep you warm! Here are some of our favorites.
Leather jackets are going to be big this season! Invest and add one to your closet!
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Cardigans are comfy, cute, and can help elevate your look!
Crewnecks and hoodies keep you warm and help push the aesthetic you want.
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Loungewear Matching loungewear sets are in! Dress them up for a comfy day at school or wear them to sleep.
Loungewear from The Crowned Bird
Neutral sets pair well for fall. Create a comfy, monochrome fit with loungewear this season.
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Shoes
Shoes can help make or break an outfit, so make sure you have the pairs you need. This fall, we predict all shoes platform, high-top, and heeled will be big. Don’t miss out!
Black Top from Aspen Threads
Kitten heels have been a hit this year, why stop now? Pair some with a basic outfit to dress it up!
Basic platform, high-top boots help give you a more edgy look. Try it to upgrade your look! 13︱M Mag
Bottoms
Loud and bright bottoms pair well with neutrals to give you a sophisticated look!
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Mom jeans, patterned pants, midi skirts, and khaki pants. All of these will help elevate your look!
These are the pieces we think should be staples for your fall wardrobe. Good luck this fall!
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What to Wear this fall: Trends to Expect
By Madeline Garcia, Elizabeth Garcia, & Mia Pressler
As the seasons change, there come new trends. These trends come and go, but it’s fun to try them out. For this fall we did the research, so you don’t have to. Here are the trends we predict for the Fall of 2021. In this article, we’ll touch on: • Knitwear • 90’s Revival • Matching Sets • Saturated Color • Layering • Neutrals
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Knitwear
Knitwear helps give you a soft, elevated look for this Autumn. We expect to see knit sweaters, cardigans, sweater vests, and dresses this season. Don’t be scared to try it out!
Dress & Boots from The Crowned Bird
Don’t know how to style knitwear? Pair platform boots with your knitwear to put together an effortless, cozy look.
A nice sweater vest paired with a solid turtleneck creates the perfect fall look.
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90’s Revival We’ve seen lots of comebacks this year from the 90’s and we’re here to tell you, it’s not stopping anytime soon! So, be ready for baggy denim, slip dresses, oversized flannels, chunky shoes, and bright accessories this fall. Don’t miss out this season!
Flannel from The Crowned Bird
Leather jackets are back! Be sure to invest and don’t be scared to experiment with bright colors. 18 ︱M MAG
Matching Sets
Matching Set & Boots from The Crowned Bird
Matching sets are in the forecast this fall. To achieve this look, try matching the shades of your pieces, like pairing similar greens or browns. Matching sets are simple, but fun, and they help elevate your wardrobe.
Audrey is wearing a monochrome combination with a cream sweatshirt, cream bottoms, and cream boots.
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Saturated color We predict saturated color this Fall! For this, be sure to incorporate one saturated color into your outfit. Think classic Hollywood technicolor!
Try dark colors and add a vibrant coat layered on top to allow your saturated color statement piece to stand out even more.
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L A Y E R
Top & Flannel from The Crowned Bird
Layering is an easy way to take your look to the next level. To achieve this look, try layering by picking colors that match well with your statement piece.
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To illustrate above, Charlize is wearing a taupe top while layering a brown and white flannel. This helps make the outfit look complex and exciting. 21︱M Mag
neutrals Neutrals may look bland at first, but they do well in making a nice statement outfit, especially if you go for a monochromatic look. The color palette we expect for this fall includes neutral colors like black, white, gray, brown, and beige.
With neutrals, don’t be scared to make your complement pieces loud and patterned!
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All About Accessories By Merit Gamertsfelder and Charlize Jordan
Accessories help elevate a simple look. They bring in your personal style and can help change the aesthetic of your outfit. Accessories touch on the fine details of your outfit. Jewelry, headpieces, purses, and totes are some of the pieces we’ll touch on in this article.
Adding jewelry helps you look more put together! Buy jewelry pieces that can be mixed and matched to give you different looks. There are no rules to accessorizing, find what you like and go for it!
Mix in some bold colors if wearing neutral clothes, while keeping in mind to match your jewelry to your outfit’s temperature: warm to warm or cool to cool. 23︱M Mag
Dad caps, headbands, head scarves, and hair clips! All of these will be making an appearance this fall, so invest in some! Buy pieces that you can reuse with different outfits. And don’t be scared to be bold with these!
Tote Bags & Need some ideas for what Purses to keep in your tote bag? Function meets fashion! Tote bags and purses allow you to look fashionable, while letting you carry around your essentials. Don’t be scared to be bold with your tote or purse. 24 ︱M MAG
Here are some: • Lip Balm • Sunglasses • Wallet • Keys • Gum or Mints • Hairbrush
WHAT’S YOUR AESTHETIC? By Danette Hidalgo
Answer these questions and find out! Which is your favorite hobby?
What’s your favorite show?
a. Shopping
a. New Girl
b. Reading
b. Gossip Girl
c. Making Art
c. American Horror Story
d. Taking Photos
d. Kim’s Convenience
e. Skating
e. Stranger Things
What would you say you listen to the most? a. Pop b. Classical c. Punk Rock d. Alternative e. Hip-hop and R&B
Pick your go-to pair of shoes. a. Doc Martens b. Oxfords c. Converse d. Jordan’s e. Vans
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Which city would you love to live in?
What would you use to decorate your bedroom?
a. New York City, New York
a. Lots of Art
b. London, England
b. Books Everywhere
c. Seattle, Washington
c. Band Posters
d. Los Angeles, California
d. Crystals
e. Tokyo, Japan
e. LED Lights
What is your favorite weather?
Which colors do you prefer?
a. Drizzle
a. Bright and Vivid
b. Snowy
b. Neutral Tones
c. Rainy
c. Deep Colors
d. Stormy
d. Pastel Colors
e. Cloudy
e. Neon Colors
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Results Tally up your answers and see what the majority letter is.
If you answered mostly A’s, you have a city life aesthetic. If you answered mostly B’s, you have a Preppy aesthetic. If you answered mostly C’s, you have a Grunge aesthetic. If you answered mostly D’s, your aesthetic is relaxed but chic. If you answered mostly E’s, your aesthetic pertains mostly to skater and streetwear.
Now that you know your aesthetic, let’s learn how to incorporate fall fashion trends into your wardrobe! 27︱M Mag
Aesthetic is defined as “a particular individual’s set of ideas about style and taste, along with its expression.” Everyone has their own aesthetic they feel comfortable in. So, we’re going to show you how to incorporate the fall trends we’re predicting into your aesthetic!
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City Life
Dressing for city life is supposed to reflect the busyness and fast-paced life of urban areas. For this fall, be sure to incorporate layering, saturated color, and knitwear into your wardrobe.
Who says you can only have one? Include several trends within your outfit to make it more complex. Double a sweater vest as both knitwear and a saturated color statement piece! 29︱M Mag
Preppy
Black top from Aspen Threads
Add a white button up to your outfits to elevate your look. Be sure to layer as well! 30 ︱M MAG
Dressing preppy is supposed to be a nod at the traditional way to dress, but with a twist of modernness. We think you should incorporate pieces from the 90’s, knitting, and matching sets into your closet.
The style of grunge is meant to be parallel to that of popular musicians in punk and rock bands. For this style, we believe you should incorporate layering and 90’s pieces, such as baggy denim, oversized flannels, slip dresses, and platform shoes.
Flannel & Boots from The Crowned Bird
Layer an oversized flannel over a slip dress and platforms to stay comfy and look cute! 31︱M Mag
This style is meant to allow one to look stylish, but be comfortable at the same time. For this style, we believe knitwear and matching sets would fit you best! Knit Tank & Sweater from Aspen Threads
Layer knitwear over baggy clothing, allowing you both comfort and style. Bring in fall colors to complement the season! 32 ︱M MAG
Skater and streetwear have recently gained popularity. This style is associated with loose, baggy clothing that is fashionable. This season, allow for layering, saturated color, and 90’s pieces to make their way into your outfits.
Don’t be scared to stick to one color. Add a pop of color in between and you’re good to go!
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Outfits we Like The lace top and mini skirt Jade is wearing is layered with an oversized button-up jacket, giving her an edgy fall look. She also has incorporated trendy, high-top platforms into this look.
Ryan is wearing a flannel with black jeans, fitting into the streetwear aesthetic. He has paired this with bright, green sneakers to contrast the darks of his outfit, allowing the shoes to be his statement piece. 35︱M Mag
Merit is wearing a fall-colored dress paired with a creamcolored, knit cardigan incorporating layering and knitwear into her look.
Cardigan & Dress from The Crowned Bird
Charlize is wearing a colorful tank, layered with an oversized jacket. She has paired this with brown pants and platforms, giving her a darker fall look. 36 ︱M MAG
Jewelry: BG – Snake Chain Necklace Morgan Gold Chain Necklace Top: Kori Seamless V-Neck Brami
Flannel: Stephanie Plaid Shacket
Pants: Amelia Distressed Frayed Skinny
Shoes: Mazzy Cream Bootie with Clear Sole
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With gratitude This page is dedicated to all the incredible people who made the first issue of M Magazine possible. First, we’d like to say a huge thank you to our sponsors, The Crowned Bird, located in both Midland and Big Spring, and Aspen Threads, located in Odessa, Texas, for allowing us to shoot with their clothing. Further, we’d like to give our thanks to our faculty sponsor, Helen Gunn, who has taken responsibility over our magazine at Midland High School. Next, we’d like to say thank you to all our writers, editors, photographers, and models. We could not have done this without you! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
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Credits Alyssa Diaz Audrey Low Allison Folger Aspen Threads Charlize Jordan Danette Hidalgo Danielle Medrano Drew Robertson Elizabeth Garcia Helen Gunn Jade Lang Lyla Horner Madeline Garcia Merit Gamertsfelder Mia Pressler Riley Thulin The Crowned Bird Zian Garcia
Editor Co-Editor Photographer/Model Sponsored Boutique Writer/Model Writer Photographer Writer/Model Writer Faculty Sponsor Model Model Head of Articles/Model Writer/Model Writer Photographer Sponsored Boutique Model 39︱M Mag