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THE TIMES-DELPHIC
MONDAY, APRIL 19, 2010
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SPRING TREND The flower headlines is the fastest way to throw some Spring into your wardrobe! At any price, these headbands are worth it.
LOOKIN’ As temperatures rise and more students step outside out in their shorts and sundresses, the weather lets students sport some of the runway’s latest trends. Time for some styling in the sunshine.
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photos by SARAH ANDREWS | Photo/Design Editor
? Y D N E R T IT S E K A M WHAT by HEATHER BOONE
Staff Writer heather.boone@drake.edu
ASYMMETRICAL TANK
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The unequal length in fabric of the asymmetrical tank top will catch attention, as it’s that extra touch beyond the normal tank. The shirt is one of 13 main seasonal fashions. Trending from previous seasons and the 80s, the one shoulder neckline is still visible. Rethink the need for symmetry with brands like Banana Republic, Shoshanna for Neiman Marcus and Black Halo for Saks Fifth Avenue. One of the best features of the top? Shoulders can be a body’s highlight at every age and are meant to be shown off. This summer’s fresh take on the style also means the top can be unequal either left-to-right or front-to-back, with the hem slightly higher in the front. Just make sure not to take the uneven pattern too far with accessories —take a cue from actresses like Rihanna and leave the neckline bare.
JEAN SHORTS
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Jean shorts may be a staple, but the runways are laying down some extra rules for showing off the legs. According to “Elle” magazine, carpenter, frayed hotpant and cuffed shorts are all go’s. Dolce & Gabbana run their stretch denim around $200, but you can find Roxy brand shorts at Nordstrom for under $50. If your thighs need a little more coverage take cues from H&M’s spring magazine and order some paint-splattered boyfriend shorts. They’re shorter than bermudas and perfect for getting some sun on those pale, wintered legs.
WRAP-AROUND ANKLE SANDAL
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Dark neutral tones and suede fabric of spring’s wrap-around ankle sandal can be a complimentary contrast to lighter, brighter spring colors and patterns. Zippers, studs and sequins can all be seen on the new sandal and will be a welcome addition to the summer sandal line-up.
CROSS-BODY BAG
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Last season’s popular cross-body bag is back with new tones, “straight from the crayon box.” This spring’s new colors are classic and not too bright, like aurora, yellow, teal and tomato red. The splash of color adds some much needed fun to functionality while allowing the wearer to pair it with any of the other spring trends. The bags work well for toting books without looking bulky with a backpack.
BLING RING
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Spring’s version of the chunky ring is floral rather than geometric. Embrace the beauty of nature and wear it as an accessory. “Seventeen” magazine’s April issue claims spring jewelry colors should be more muted than bright: pastel purple, rose-colored pinks and mint. Continuing with the magazine’s advice: Don’t forget the sparkle! Glitz and glitter are a floral ring essential. But beware, there’s a fine line between blingtastic and bling disaster.