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University Store Photo Shoot

Psychedelic Bespoke Photo Shoot

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Women Fall/Winter Trends

Men Fall/Winter Trends

Men & Women Accessory Trends

How to Dress

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Visual Merchandising

Clutch Bags

Fashion Menagerie 2011

Embracing Your Least Favorite Parts...

Christopher Bailey

Fashion Director’s Cut

Evolution of a Fashion Icon

Dressing Up

Beauty Tips

Accessories Tips

Shoe Tips

Cosmotogy Tips

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MISSION STATEMENT/CONTRIBUTORS

We at FM Magazine believe that every person needs inspiration. As both stu-dents and peers, we should always strive to inspire each other. We will work hard to provide inspirational pieces from your peers, as well as the world.

FM Magazine is committed to showcasing the latest and greatest work from Georgia Southern University’s very own Fashion majors. We will provide the

season’s latest trends so that you’ll look your best all the time.

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SPECIAL THANKS TO THE UNIVERSITY STORE FOR THEIR SUPPORT!

EDITOR: DENEEN HAYESCREATIVE DIRECTOR: MIAH GLOVER

FASHION DIRECTOR: JOHNATHON SANFORDLEAD STYLIST: ROCHELLE HAM

WRITERS: ALEXIA COOPER, NICOLE COOPER, HILLARY CROWTHER, ANGEL HARMON, DEENEN HAYES, TAYLA MITCHELL, SHANDRICA ROWLAND, JOHNATHON SANFORD, SHAKARRA WHITE

TREND RESEARCHERS: ROCHELLE HAMCOVER MODEL: SAMIRA MURPHY

MODELS: KATE BECK, TYRONE BETTERS, SATIN BOWENS, MICHAEL BURNETTE, MIAH GLOVER, BRIANA KARETTIS, CARLY KOZAR, JASON MAJORS, SAMIRA MURPHY, MEHUL PATEL,

STYLISTS: ROCHELLE HAM, JOHNATHON SANFORDPHOTOGRAPHY: ASHLEY JONES

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

Dear Readers,

Thank you for picking up this magazine and taking a chance to read it. We have all worked hard on researching current trends, planning pho-to shoots, writing articles and putting the magazine together. Fashion means a lot to us and we wanted to show that. Fashion isn’t always what you wear; it is how you wear it to express your individuality. It could mean tying your scarf a different way, cutting your shirt into a unique fashion, mismatching your boots to your outfit, etc. Whatever it is, it defines who you are or what you would like people to perceive of you for that moment or even that day. Fashion may also express the kind of mood that you may be in for the day. Whatever your fashion may be, wear it with confidence and pride.

WELCOME TO THE ISSUE

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First impressions count. The initial encoun-ter with someone new makes a profound impact that influences our opinion of that person for-ever. First impressions can be nearly indelible, regardless of whether our opinion is positive or negative. We know instinctively whether we’re going to like someone at that first meeting, and it takes a long time to change that assessment. When we like someone off the bat, we will gen-erally bend over backwards to give that person the benefit of the doubt. By the same token, if someone makes a bad first impression, they will usually have to work pretty hard to rise in our esteem. It’s exactly the same in the retail world. Be-fore we even walk into a store, we make as-sumptions about it based on its window display and its overall appearance. Perception is key here. An eye-catching window display will turn a casual window-shopper into a paying customer by enticing him or her to enter for a closer look.

work goes into a display. Visual merchan-disers do so much more than simply place random articles of clothing on mannequins before shoving them into a store window. Vi-sual merchandisers not only have to be able to express current fashion trends, but also have some sense of what upcoming trends are go-ing to look like. Nothing kills sales quicker than a display of styles that are already waning. Vi-sual merchandisers must know their product, their customers, and their local and national markets. Beyond that, they must know how to take myriad elements and items and combine them in a way that will stand out and be visu-ally appealing to passersby. Arguably the most important element in a window display is color. Colors are almost magical in their ability to make people feel something. Besides being the first thing to attract a viewer’s attention, color sets the mood and enhances the theme of the display. Merchandisers may rely on colors that reflect the season or an upcoming holiday, or they may focus on colors that are currently on trend in fashion magazines and designer col-lections. Visual merchandisers also need to have a keen sense of balance, to know the dif-ference between eye-catching and cluttered. Customers will instinctively shy away from a display with too much going on and be too overwhelmed to know where to focus their at-tention. Successful visual merchandisers pay close attention to detail and have a keen eye for what looks good and what doesn’t. Beyond designing that first impression in the storefront, the visual merchandising

team also plays a role in creating also plays a role in creating the ambiance of the store itself. A cluttered and chaotic store with no clear path to the cash wrap is unlikely to have successful sales statistics. Visual merchan-disers take such confusion and turn it into a space that is visually appealing and effective, making the most of the available space. When envisioning a store layout, they consider cus-tomer traffic flow, proximity of complemen-tary merchandise, light fixtures and lighting effects, display and storage units, and the overall mood they wish to project. Do the dis-plays look good? Do they appeal to the target market? Do they drive customers further into the store, where they are likely to make more purchases? Most importantly, do the displays and floor space accurately reflect the com-pany image? Visual merchandisers take all these important factors into consideration on a regular basis. Someone once said that we eat first with our eyes. The same is true of shopping: What we see determines what we will buy. Visual merchandising is truly an art form, one that is often overlooked. Next time you go window-shopping, pay close attention to the displays. Try to imagine the story the artist (in this case, the visual merchandiser) is telling. Do the displays pique your interest? Can you look at them and picture the store’s clientele? At their most successful, visual merchandisers design window displays that represent the re-tailer in a creative way, luring casual viewers and turning them into loyal customers.

This manner of appealing to shoppers be-fore they have even set foot inside the door is known as visual merchandising. Visual merchandising is the tool retail-ers use to exhibit their style and creativity. In most cases, a storefront has only a few seconds to capture a shopper’s attention, whether that potential customer is window shopping at the mall or strolling down a busy urban street. This makes window dis-plays critical to a store’s success. Visual merchandisers have to create the perfect display that will appeal to their target mar-ket demographic while also luring in new customers. A refined, sophisticated brand might have a simple, tasteful layout and color scheme, whereas an urban, eccentric store would likely rely on a quirky, unique display. Dillard’s front windows will look very different from Journeys or Torrid. Most people have no idea of how much

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Women’s purses are everywhere. They change in style and fabrics with the season and with other fashions. Theycome in a striking array of styles: shoulderbags, satchel bags, and backpacks. All ofthese are larger bags designed for everyday use, intended to hold a number ofitems; including the daily necessities (lotion,brush, mirror, etc.).So what does a woman do when she needs a purse for a few simple items, and not her entire vanity stand? She uses a clutch purse! A clutch purse is not seen on an everyday basis as often as it used to be, but little trinkets are still around in various forms; and still remain popular for evening/night events. You can find them in all styles and sizes with chains, amusing shapes, and they are even homemade and recycled!

Want something different? Not only can you use a clutch for everyday necessities, butthey also come in handy for other uses. I recently discovered that you can get sweet,trendy clutch bag accessories for your digitalcameras and even as laptop cases! You wouldthink that it’s a hand bag, but its versatilepurpose shows otherwise. The laptop sleeves

come in many colors and designs (i.e., Diane von Furstenberg). Most of these special sleeves are made to fit

slim laptops, which include Apple products. The ‘camera’ clutch is definitely a way to be

fashionable while taking care of your picturesque needs.

Now that we know clutch purses carry more than keys and tubes of lip gloss, we can all ‘clutch’ them to our advantage.

Do Call it a Clutch-back!

Clutch bags are ex-tremely elegant and are used with formal or ca-sual wear depending on

your choice of style.

Animal prints are very popular. You can find them in leopard print, snake skin, alligator or even a tiger or cheetah

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CLUTCH BAGS BY: ANGEL HARMON FOR THE LADIES:So many ladies love the smoky eye, but loathe the idea of creating it themselves. When creating the smoky eye keep these tips to keep in mind:~Apply a base (can be replaced with a cream concealer) to hold your makeup in place.~Work your way from the inside out!(lighter to darker)~Apply a light shimmer tone to the inner eye!~Choose your primary color and apply it to the center of the lid!~Choose a darker tone of the same color if it’s not adeep hue. Go for a deep brown or black if it is a richer, deeper tone.Apply this to the outer corner of the eye and extend it through the crease until you reach the center of the crease.~Blend, blend, and blend!~Apply your mascara to your top and bottom lashes. Try This! >Cake it!-Many women don’t realize it but caking on the mascara is not always so bad! >True or False! - Sometimes your true lashes don’t make the cut for the look you want to create. Try falsies (FAKE LASHES NOT THE MASCARA)! >Knock ‘em Flat! - Shimmery eye shadows are common amongst the younger crowds! Step out the box and try matte shadows for depth!

FOR THE LADS: Don’t feel like she takes forever if you aren’t even ready! Complete your look fellow! Visit the mirror for finishing touches! ~Use a moisturizer with a sunscreen on your skin, DAILY! ~Be careful with squeeze out lip moisturizer! Go with a stick lip conditioner to prevent extra shininess. ~Try using small scissors to snip away the unruly facial hairs and brushing to tame and train hairs. ~Clip and clean your nails!

Try This! >Don’t be a Biter! – Try an anti-bite polish! Bitter bites the habit!

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FASHION MENAGERIE 2011

To the readers,

Thanks to the support of the fashion community of Georgia South-ern University in 2011, Fashion Menagerie had the most success-ful year this far. As it comes to a close, I find it necessary to highlight some of Fashion Menagerie’s most proud moments. In the spring of 2011 we worked extensively to produce our second fashion publication. The FM Magazine was vital to showcase our talented and inspirational Fashion Merchandising and Apparel Design students. With the help of the University Bookstore, this publication was distributed campus wide. This publication was a huge success for our organization and our fashion community as a whole. Also Fashion Menagerie hosted our biannual Fashion Exhibition in May that showcased professional and fashionable designs, illustrations, accessories, projects and more. We had an eventful evening of fashion, live music, food and fun. Fash-ion Menagerie’s officers would like to take this time to thank all members contributors, sponsors, readers and advisors for making 2011 so special. Thank You!

Best wishes,

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TAKE YOUR FIT FROM DAB TO FAB: ACCESSORIZE, ACCESSORIZE, ACCESSORIZE!

Mix and Match patterns. Nothing makes an outfit stand out more than the right accessories. If you're wearing a monochromatic outfit, mixing different fabrics and textures is essential--- a great scarf, flashy necklace, or fashionable handbag will definitely get you noticed.

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Many of us all have a least favorite body part. We wish for Beyoncé legs and Kim K’s hips. This has been a concern of mine for quite some time. Why do we have to hate the body we are in when we don’t? We can simply embrace what we have been given. Here, I have tips from people just like us who have learned to make their short legs and big feet work for them. I will admit, my least favorite part of my body is my short legs and I’m sure many of you can relate. ~When more of the leg is exposed, it makes the leg look longer. You could wear a cute mini skirt with a fabulous pair of wedges in the summer or for the winter, you could take that same cute mini skirt and throw on a pair of tights and long boots a round the same color area like classic black on black. ~High waist skirts and pants make the legs look e-longed.

Maybe you have an issue with having larger feet than others. ~Simply wear a heeled shoe vs. flat shoes. Wedges and chunk heeled shoes ac- complish this look. ~Round toe vs. pointed toe ~Shoes with bows, buckles and overlays also make the foot look smaller and nar rower if you have wider foot as well. For men, just wear a nice closed toe shoe.

A common issue for most people is how to look thinner. ~For women, wear your hair bigger, when it’s in a ponytail it exposes your chin and cheeks. ~For men and women, wear blacks, dark colors, v-necks, knee length skirts, and fitted layered clothes, and vertical lines on clothing is very slimming as well.

These are just some simple tips to help embrace what you have. Use these tips and find clothes that compliment your style, make it work for you!

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EMBRACING YOUR LEASTFAVORITE PARTS OF YOUR BODY

Animal prints, cotton and silk printed design ac-cessories are a big demand this season.

Depending on how you wear them, they can make you look fashion-savvy and sophisticated.

Accessorizing with pearls, belts, and brooches. These look wonderful with pants suits or business-like skirts and tops. Bohemian-style tassel belts, hoop earrings, and sequined handbags compliment outfits with denim or suede nicely. Every guy/girl knows that shoes are the founda-

tion of any outfit. The perfect pair of shoes can turn an average outfit into a fabulous ensemble.

Choose the best colors [in season] for your skin complexion and hair color. Colors and shades that work for everyone include gold, silver, and bronze, so use these to your advantage.

>When buying gold [fake] coated accessories, you should ALWAYS coat them with clear polish

so that they don’t tarnish easily.Invigorate more than one sense. Smelling great is an essential icing on the cake when accessorizing. This season try richer, fuller fragrances. Intimate scents like musk and deep, rich spicy tones are the perfect addition to a winter wardrobe.

I bet you didn’t know that [some-times] the sale prices are higher than the original amounts. WOW, Right? Well now you can get that expensive look you’ve been wanting—for LESS!!! Here are some shopping tips to help you out:

Store Coupons: Simple-- IF YOU HAVE THEM, USE THEM!

Sales Racks: You can always catch end of season sales; especially in the summer and winter!

Comparison Shopping: Buying the lesser alternatives (look-a-like items); Try asking yourself: Do I need this now? How often will I wear this?

Expand Your Horizon: Consider shopping at garage sales, thrift and consignment stores, even your par-ent’s closet.Negotiating prices: This usually works for cosmetically damaged clothing (missing button, unraveling thread, etc.)

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HOW TO TURN YOUR LEAST FAV BOD PARTS TO YOUR FAV!

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Christopher Bailey is the embodiment of what it means to be a top tier designer of this day and age. His work ethic, consistency, creativity, and impeccable ability to construct garments for the male and female form puts him at the forefront of fashion. Growing up in Yorkshire, England, he watched his father work as a carpenter and his mother as a win-dow dresser for British retailer Marks and Spencer. He says for him that fashion was an accident as he was initially was very much into architecture as he would help his father work on houses. Working in a bridal shop was his first exposure to the fashion world and an art teachers suggesting of a career in the industry formed the foundation on which he would build himself up to the man he is today. He first studied fashion at the Univer-sity of Westminster and then later took on graduate level study at The Royal College of Art. It was there that his portfolio was dis-covered by Donna Karan who immediately asked him to work for her after graduation.

CHRISTOPHER BAILEY:WHAT BURBERRY WAS MISSING

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After designing womenswear with her he then moved on to working as senior designer of womenswear under Tom Ford at Gucci. His impressive resume eventually leads to a Burberry CEO Hiring him as creative director in 2001 and through marvelous work he was appointed as chief creative officer in 2009. He is now in full control of everything Burberry, a job he manages with unparalleled success. One question that ponders many is how he handles branding, designing menswear collections, womenswear collections, build-ings, fragrances, makeup lines and the many more things he takes on for Burberry. He tells Huntington-Whiteley at interview maga-zine that his organizational skill, ability to compartmentalize things, and his amazing team is how he gets it done. Sounds like a formula to success we should all take note of.

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This issues fashion photoshoot was inspired by an array of different things. My approach to creating ideas such as this normally starts with obscure juxtaposition, two things that interest me but that aren’t normally associated with one another. To find these things of interest I began with fall 2011 trend research, out of this exploration I found my two favorite trends for the season, psychedelic colors and a tailored look on the female form. The fusion of these two trends thus conceived Psychedelic Bespoke (Bespoke meaning custom made tailored clothing, usually re-ferring to suits). Psychedelic imagery and tailored clothing are worlds apart but that’s what made them so fun to bring together. Also, to visually help me develop this photoshoot idea I implemented an inspiration documenting technique I learned in CAD (computer aided design) which is called a concept board. A concept board is a visual collective of inspiration usually made in Photoshop; the elements that inspired me are all present in the one you see here. The background is extremely psychedelic and the models are wearing clothes from some of fashions most amaz-ing tailors like Haider Ackermann, Tom Ford and Yves Saint Laurent. The garments are all beautifully cut and express vibrant, lustrous colors, both of the main things I wanted the shoot to emphasize. Referring back to my concept board helped me stay true to the theme and also made communicating my vision to the models and stylist so much easier. Try this technique for yourself, the next time you design a garment, create a display window, paint, draw or work on anything creative, lay your ideas out in a visual reference. It will keep you on track and makes sure your final product truly represents everything you were inspired by and wanted to convey.

P.S. I hope everyone enjoyed the shoot!

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EVOLUTION OF A FASHION ICON: SARAH JESSICA PARKER

ow does she do it, is the question every-one is asking. Even with her family and ca-reer, she still manages to balance it all while keeping up with the latest trends. Of course all of our favorite stars have changed over the years, and have made their marks in the media; SJP just happens to be my favorite. In fact, she has climbed the social ladder so far that she’s known just by her initials! Since the 90s, this style icon has also been well-known for her success and sex appeal. She has al-ways been very fashion forward, filled with spunk and flair. Besides gaining age, noth-ing has changed about her particular style; which is elegant, lively, and eye-catching. In the beginning of her career, she was not particularly a critical favorite, but now she’s one of the most idolized. Sarah Jes-sica Parker has been featured on the numer-ous magazine covers; most include Vogue, Elle, and Marie Claire. Some of the wed-ding shots from the Sex and The City movie are even featured in Vogue. She is photo-graphed as herself and ‘Carrie’ in the article. In 2007, Sarah (and a partner) took initia-tive and created a clothing line, Bitten, which was only sold at a mall retail chain, Steve & Barry’s. The line consisted of everyday ca-sual and sportswear, and was intentionally made for middle and low class wages. Un-fortunately, the line no longer exists, but items can still be purchased off of eBay. Although her business failed, SJP has done very well for herself over the years, and she

still isn’t ready to retire. She started creating great fragrances (i.e., SJP NYC) in 2009 and recently launched another movie, I Don’t Know How She Does It. What I love about her is the fact that she doesn’t ‘shine’ in her own success. In an article in Bazaar Magazine, she stated “I just don’t have any real sense of my public per-sona…I don’t know what people think of me, if they think of me at all.” That’s peculiar because we do, well most of us anyway. The Sarah Jes-sica Parker we love will always be fabulous and stunning, even if she doesn’t know of it.

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Who are some of your favorite designers? I absolutely love how avant garde the late Alexander McQueen was, he will forever be my fa-vorite. Sarah Burton isnt doing a bad job carrying on the house either. Haider Ackermann comes in second I love his sculp-tural drapes, I love Rick Ow-ens and his abnormal approach in mens wear amd Valentino and Oscar de la renta for their romantic gowns,blouses and

shirts.

People would never guess that…I really wanted to be a dancer

growing up hahaha

One thing you’re most proud of?the success I’m having in finding

myself as a designer

How would you describe your design aes-thetic?

Unpredictable and refined

What are your plans after college?A lot of Interning, and me try-ing to get into gallery exhibi-

tions to show my art.

Birthday: July 29th 1991

Major:2-D studio with a concentra-tion in drawing and painting &

apparel design

Class Status: Junior

If I wasn’t a fashion major, I would… be a music major playing the

harp and violin.

The best advice I can give is… don’t do it if it feels wrong.

What is the best advice you have ever heard?

“Don’t make things so precious to you that you become afraid

to see them changed.”

My favorite article of clothing is… Well, I have a pair of combat boots that I got from urban outfitters about 2 years ago and I don’t seem to have the heart to throw them away…they’re all worn in and cool looking XD.

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Let’s take a trip back in time. The time when we thought cooties was a disease and if you stepped on a crack you’d break your mama’s back. For my lovely ladies, remember raving your mom’s closet, trying on all of her dresses and turning her makeup collection into an arts and crafts event? And for my guys, remember trying to walk in your dad’s shoes and nearly breaking your neck because they were so big. We all remember how our parents would tell us something like “those are adult clothes,” “you’re not old enough to wear these things,” or for my country folk, “child you’re not grown,” but times have changed. Today’s youth are looking classier than ever, and they are using the past to get the look. Guys and girls all over the globe are dressing in the vintage and with it come a sense of looking good and an appearance of sophistication. Looks like grandma’s old pearls are becoming a fashion statement and a good one at that. The blazers, coats, blouses, and slacks that we only looked at when Easter shopping are no longer losing the race to hip huggers and graphic tees. The younger generation is starting to look older than they appear, and I don’t mean an eighth grader with a Abeard who can pass for a twenty-one year old. I mean they are starting to look more classy and sophisticated, and they are going back in time todo it. Teens are combining their graphic tees and skinny jeans with a wide variety of vintage ac-cessories to make the perfect outfit. Vests are

making a huge comeback and they are worn in so many ways. Younger guys are rocking their vests with dark denim jeans and converses and may I say they are looking good; the vests I mean, not the guys. First introduced in the 1940s by Christian Dior, the pencil skirt is making its way back onto the fashion scene. Younger girls are rocking these skirts with cute, simple cardigans, and they show no fear when it comes to finding shoes to go with it. Boots, booties, opened-toe, closed-toe, flats, and many more different styles of shoes are becom-ing the highlights to these vintage style outfits. Simple accessories like pea coats, scarves, hats, and shoes are being used to dress up the most ca-sual of outfits, but let’s not forget the glasses. In the past, young people couldn’t be caught dead with glasses. In fact, the urge to be seen without glasses is the main reason contacts got their time to shine. Today, that’s not the case. Glasses of all different shapes, colors, and styles are worn to highlight those baby-face features that we all know and love. I can only imagine how the young generation to-day will dress a few years from now. Will they look into the future and start to incorporate leather spandex into every outfit or will they continue the vintage rave? One can only imagine, but my guess is the young will continue to dress like the old, so grandma’s pearls better get ready for the ride.

BY: SHAKARRA WHITE

Animal prints are all the rage! This fun new trend is an easy but sure way to spice up any outfit. They work best with solid colors

and smooth textures, but be careful not to mix the shoes with other prints as the will clash. Experiment and have fun with this new style!

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HOW TO LEAD IN TWEED THIS SEASONWearing Your Tweed

When choosing to wear tweed, be sure not to wear too much. Choose a simple tweed item and accessorize around that particu-lar piece. The material can be paired with different textures, prints, and colors. Try these tips:

>Blazer/Cape: Depending on your style, this can be paired with nice jeans, slacks, or even winter leggings and boots.

>Dress Pants: Pick one of the many col-ors in your fabric and use it as an accent to liven up your outfit. Add an accessory like a belt, bowtie or scarf to go with it >Casual Skirt: Pair warm colors, like burnt orange, deep reds, and shades of

yellow with a tweed skirt.

Men & TweedMen look great in tweed, whether it is ca-sual or business professional. Here are a few tips to personalize your style!

A fitted vest/blazer can be paired with a collared shirt--sleeves rolled up-- and fitted jeans or slacks. Add a tie/bowtie to complement your fit.

For the cold weather, alternate a bulky jacket for a lean, brown tweed bomber. This too can be paired with a pair of jeans or slacks.

A tweed hat can be worn with a variety of clothing. It blends classic style with every-day casual.

Overlooked by many? I believe so. Tweed has never been in or out of style. It is more of a neutral trend that everyone follows when some major designer (i.e., Chanel) makes it dazzling. Tweed has been around for years, and now it is simply being modernized.It is starting to become a popular "go-to" choice for seasonal changes during fall, winter, and spring. The material is breathable and is made to keep you warm, without making you looking stuffed and uncomfortable. BY: ANGEL HARMON

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COSMETOLOGY TIPS

NATURAL HAIR

BY: DENEEN HAYES

The process of transitioning from re-laxed hair back to its natural state is becoming more and more popular ev-ery day. Although it is a healthy state, it is not an easy transition. Your hair requires more moisture than normal. It requires more moisture because it tends to dry out because your cuticle is shut close. When you receive a relaxer your cuticles are blown open which makes it more receptive to moisture and

it keeps it in. You will also experi ence more breakage during the process. It is a result from the relaxed hair willpop off from the natural hair. Some people believe that you must cut off your hair and start over. That is a myth. If you are frustrated with the process, you can get braids, roller sets, etc. to help ease the frustration. Natural hair is truly beautiful and more peo-ple should learn to embrace it more.

FASHION ARTICLE

ROCK YOUR INNER RUNWAY

Fashion and personal style are a state of mind and clothing is the physical embodi-ment of those ideas. All women want to feel confident in their everyday lives, and look-ing good always increases that confidence. Fashion truly is what makes you feel good as an individual, and everyone portrays their personality through what they choose to wear each and every day. These girls are rocking their own personal style through bright colors, geometric shapes, and a fierce look. There are many ways to bring out your own personal style. Below are some tips on how to “Rock your inner runway”:

1. Stand out! In other words, make sure what you are wearing speaks to who you are and that you are not just blending in with the current trend for the season. Mix it up! Add something to the outfit that says who you are.

2. Exude confidence! Those who don’t fear rejection ultimately are the trend start-ers of the fashion world. So, if you’re look-ing to be a trendsetter for a new look, make sure you walk with confidence.

3. Don’t be afraid to be yourself! Mixing pat-terns, having an edgy look, popping out a plethora of bright colors, or even daring to be different with a completely new fashion idea is what makes you the best you can be! If it’s different and exciting that’s fashion, the physical embodiment of being different and having a passion to follow what you love is the true meaning of having personal style.

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egories: recycled, organic, fair-trade certified, and vintage or second hand. The most common category that comes to most peoples’ minds when thinking of sustain-ability is “recycled.” Urban Renewal, a line by Urban Outfitters that features reconstructed or “up-cycled” clothing makes sense to the re-cycled fashion world, but lots of clothing com-panies these days have created their business models off of using recycled metals, plastics, and other fibers in their new manufactured fi-bers. Companies like “8 Bottles,” have found a way to create fibers and clothing out of recy-cled plastic bottles. The company states, “By choosing to purchase only recycled products, we preserve the earth’s natural resources for future generations.” Next, is the category of organic fibers, which are natural fibers such as cotton, hemp and flax that are grown without the use of pesti-cides or other chemicals that could be harm-ful to humans. Without these requirements, natural fibers could create more waste to the environment by depleting the land of soil that could be used for crops. This debunks the myth that natural fibers are always more sus-tainable than manufactured fibers. Probably the most complex category of sus-tainable clothing would be what is known as “fair-trade certified.” MotherEarthNews.com explains that fair trade describes an economic exchange where consumers can help provide fair wages with benefits such as healthcare and safe working conditions to foreign work-ers, while prohibiting child labor and ensuring

environmentally friendly practices to factory workers, farmers and artisans in third world countries. And lastly, we come to the category of sec-ond hand and vintage clothing. Another com-mon myth about sustainable fashion is that it’s expensive to create a wardrobe that is considered socially responsible and environ-mentally friendly. While it is true that vintage clothing can be expensive, thrift stores such as Goodwill offer a wide variety of secondhand clothing styles, (albeit in varying quality) at very low prices.In conclusion, supporting sustainable fashion helps promote environmentally friendly and socially responsible clothing in a variety of ways. Materials in sustainable fashion are described as fibers that came from anything that was previously used and recycled, or-ganic natural materials, clothing that is fair-trade certified, and clothing that is second hand or vintage. This eco-friendly craze may just be a phase that our generation is going through, but I hope that using fashion as a way to make a difference for the sake of the Earth, our neighbors, and our children will never go out of style.

SUSTAINABLE FASHION

By this point, we’ve all seen the effects of the “green movement.” Reusable canvas grocery bags are appearing in check-out lines at the lo-cal grocery store, there’s more encouragement to buy locally as more and more farmer’s mar-kets sprout up in more towns, and the “organic” stamp is being displayed prominently on plastic bags in the produce section. The world is go-ing through an “environmentally friendly” craze, but as more people are trying their best to “use less” or use things more responsibly, the fash-ion industry seems to be going in the opposite direction. With companies like Forever 21 and

H&M, fast fashion is booming and leaving a scar of waste behind on the earth. That’s where the need for sustainable fashion comes into play. According to ecofashion-world.com, “Sustainable fashion is a holistic concept that refers to all fashion products that have been created in such a way as to contribute to a healthier and more equal world.” There are many different ideas of what is considered “environmentally friendly.” In most cases, with exceptions, environmentally friendly, or “sustainable” fashion falls into one of the following cat

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