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March 2009
FaSHioN EQuaTiONs 101
hardcore kicks: Heeled hiking boots are all the rage this season; and they are actually practical around here for hikin’ in the Hills.
optimistic raincoats: Pair any dreary day with a canary raincoat, and you will sing the blues away.
Items to watch for on clearance that are on the Pre-Fall 2009 runway: • Fur • Tights and Empire-waisted dresses • Bright colors • Mis-matched patterns
rainbow tights: Not just for ballerinas, tights keep your legs warm while making a bold statement that adds spice to any everyday outfit.
retro totes: Disguise your drab textbooks by tucking them into a bag bursting with color.
empire waists: Cinch a luminescent, baggy dress with a belt above your waist to define your shape and your style.
vibrant cardis:
How to wear your scarves: Just follow the numbers!
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First, when tying your scarf, it is important to remember what type of look you are going for. Consider our first tie, the “Uni-Knot”: Begin with a completely square either checkered or silky-designer scarf. Pinch-
The Uni-Knot
Most scarves are do-able; just make sure you have the right style for the length of your material. If too short to wrap, just twist, tie and go. If too long, double wrap and let the rest go Hawaii style and hang loose. Scarves are a creative way of showing your mood. Are you straight, orderly, and perfect? Or are you blowing in the wind, going wherever the day takes you? It is time to take charge and make that bold statement, knowing one piece of fabric can completely modify any mundane jeans ensemble. Remember, all the rage is BRIGHT and OPTIMISTIC, so try out that purple, yellow, or polka dot scarf.
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ing the corners of opposite ends, hold the scarf taught until It’s as easy as draped correctly around your 1-2-3 (and someneck. Tie behind neck once. Then bring excess corner fabric times 4)! forward and stash beneath your frontal piece. Voila, welcome to The “Casual Afternoon”: the Euro Uni-scarf scene! Feel like creating the perfect business casual without looking too done up? Or— want to jazz up your jeans and kicks? Throw this scarf on to do either/or, complementing whatever style you prefer.
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2 The Casual Afternoon
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Keep warm during the cool spring evenings by throwing a bright, slouchy cardigan over a dress and skinny pants. Add some cherry red kicks and big, rainbow beads from Costa to complete the ultimate spring ensemble.
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1. Begin with a longer, thinner material scarf of choice. 2. Center and throw behind neck and wrap once, causing one side of the scarf to be longer than the other. 3. Take remaining scarf material, twist to desired length, and tie in one knot to secure. 4. Pull fountaining material forward to drape and hide all knots, creating a look of whispy spunk. Bam! You’re ready for whatever your day may throw at you.
models: aryn rowe, katie aurand, and colette kettering photographers: aryn rowe and katie aurand
Clothes people will not mess with you in: • Heeled hiking boots • 80s style Marc Jacobs punk attire • Gladiator Sandals • Bright optimistic colors • Acid Wash Jeans
by aryn rowe and katie aurand
Usually characterized by extravagantly glam parties, excessive champagne and over-the-top designs, Tim Blanks of Vogue described this year’s NY Fashion week as being “more about reality.” The week, which is usually full of parties and celebrities, had a new vibe this year. As a direct correlation of the world crisis found in economic situations, the fashion industry toned up a new attitude of practicality and security, demonstrated through the new lines on the runway by Michael Kors, Marc Jacobs, and Oscar de la Renta. Heidi Klum even commented along with White House Social Secretary, Desiree Rogers, on the optimism found in bright, neon colors. These bright shades scream “Hey, the glass is half full!” With new hope found within the fashion industry’s attitude of defiance-despite-dire circumstances, the challenges of tomorrow seem to be conquerable by suiting up for any situation.