FASHION PITSTOP
STYLE SCOUT
SALOME’S STARS ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Your natural Arian leadership qualities make you the person others will follow in tackling that important project. But don’t get so involved in the work that you neglect your personal life. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Aspects favor sorting through your possessions, both at work and at home, to start giving away what you don’t use, don’t need or don’t like. Relax later with someone special. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) The issues are not quite as clear as they should be. That’s why you need to avoid getting involved in disputes between colleagues at work or between relatives or personal friends CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You’ll get lots of support from others if you own up to your mistake quickly and include a full and honest explanation. Learn from this experience so that you don’t repeat it. LEO (July 23 to August 22) There might be some early confusion over a major
move, whether it’s at work or at home. But once you get a full breakdown of what it entails, it should be easier to deal with. Good luck. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Creating order out of chaos, even in the most untidy spaces, should be no problem for organized Virgos. So go ahead and do it, and then accept praise from impressed colleagues. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Whether it’s for business purposes or just for leisure, a trip might be just what you need right now. You would benefit both from a change of scenery and from meeting new people. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) While things generally go well this week, a romantic situation seems to have stalled. But you can restart it if you want to. Then again, maybe this is a chance to reassess the situation. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) A meeting that was promised quite a while back could finally happen. So be sure you’re prepared with every-
thing you’ll need to make your case sound convincing and doable. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A workplace blunder could create a problem down the line unless you deal with it right now to see how and why it happened. Don’t be surprised at what you might learn. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) This is a good time to re-sort your priorities and see if adjustments are called for. Be honest with yourself as you decide what to keep, what to discard and what to change. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Letting yourself be bathed in the outpouring of love and support from those who care for you will help you get through a difficult period sooner rather than later. Good luck. BORN THIS WEEK: You have an uncanny gift for reaching out to all people and creating bridges of understanding among them. (c) 2005 King Features Synd., Inc.
TRIVIA TEST By Fifi Rodriguez
1. GOVERNMENT: When did the U.S. Supreme Court become a ninemember body? 2. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: The term “Rosie the Riveter” came out of which war? 3. HISTORY: The Jacobins were a radical group of what movement? 4. MOVIES: When was “The Muppet Movie” released? 5. GEOGRAPHY: What two nations does the 38th parallel divide? 6. BUSINESS: What large company has its headquarters in Golden, Colo.? 7. PRESIDENTS: Which former vice president wrote a novel called “The Canfield Decision”? 8. ANIMAL KINGDOM: Which creature’s diet consists solely of eucalyptus leaves? 9. LANGUAGE: What does “expound” mean?
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10. FOOD: What type of food is ricotta? Answers 1. 1869 , 2. World War II, 3. French Revolution, 4. 1979, 5. North and South Korea, 6. Coors, 7. Spiro T. Agnew wrote the novel about the downfall of a vice president. 8. Koala bear 9. To explain in detail 10. Cheese (c) 2005 King Features Synd., Inc.
Those on a budget can remain in style BY KELLY HICKMAN Daily Titan Columnist
My first semester here at Cal State Fullerton, I was a starving student. I opted to live in an apartment five minutes away, to forgo the drama of sitting in the 91 Freeway traffic. The convenience of living a hop, skip and a jump from school was great the first few weeks, but soon came the rent, electric, gas, phone, water and other miscellaneous bills that go with living on your own. Living from pay check to pay check was hard. No longer could I partake in random shopping binges or afford the luxuries of day spa visits and hair color treatments. I was starving, not for food, but for clothes. But in a time of fear and anguish, I sought refuge in places where I could satisfy my insatiable shopping appetite but not break the bank by doing so. You can have style, even with a college budget, and here are five spots to get it. Target It’s by far the best superstore around. I know way too many people (myself included) who are addicted to Target. Why is it that when we go, we have every intention of buying one or two things and almost always end up with a cart full of goods? This is a one-stop shop where you can get trendy clothing at extremely affordable prices. They also have a great selection of jewelry, bags and shoes. Learn to love the sales rack It’s truthfully the best area of the store. Places like the GAP and Guess have so much in and out stock that within weeks, a top that initially cost $50 is now $14.99. You’re still getting goodlooking, quality merchandise; it’s just discounted to make room for all the new stuff. Discount stores Stores like T.J. Maxx, Ross, Marshall’s and the Nordstrom Rack, boast an ample stock of designer labels at discounted prices. My favorite is Nordstrom Rack, hands down. I come here to get all my basics. They have a great selection of designer denim (which I always stock up on) at a fraction of the cost. The stock is always changing, so stop by often to see what’s in store. Second-hand stores Thrift and vintage stores are the best places to get pocketfriendly items that almost no one else will have. When you shop at places like the Goodwill and Salvation Army, you’re contributing to a good cause, which is always a plus in addition to the joys of shopping. I normally buy my accessories from vintage stores, in hopes of attaining one-of-a-kind gems that I won’t see five other people wearing. The Wasteland on Melrose is my favorite, but Downtown Fullerton also boasts a great crop of vintage boutiques. Outlets Outlet shops are the best place to find your favorite designer names at Crazy Gideon prices. The only downfall is that you’re getting slightly-damaged, past-season and dead stock. But the prices are so low it doesn’t really matter. Your best bet is to buy the basics and always make sure you’re satisfied with what you’re buying—because almost always, sales are final. Kelly Hickman is a senior journalism major. Catch her column every Thursday in Full Effect.
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