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Letter from the Editor The
concept of fashion can be thought of in many different ways. It can be a portrayal of identity, in which the wearer seeks to convey who he or she is as an individual without having to utter a single word. Alternatively, it can be viewed as a moving art form, in which the body is merely a canvas upon which a piece of art hangs. From yet another perspective, it can be a tool of culture, bringing people together in a sense of unity. All of these contrasting definitions are valid, and the one thread that they all have in common is fashion as a mode of expression.
Fashion and beauty are often linked. But one must understand that fashion is not always beautiful. And conversely, what is beautiful is not always what is in fashion. Here at Hepburn’s Closet, we appreciate all shapes, sizes, and colours of beauty. As part of our mission, we do not seek to tell you how you should look. We are simply Mawrters who love la moda and are collaborating to show you our observations and opinions on fashion and beauty. HepClo is awakening once again this Fall with a renewed sense of passion. We look forward to a promising year of fabulous issues and fashion-related events for the Bryn Mawr and Tri-Co Community. We hope that you will join us on this journey. Watch out world, here we come! Much love, Jessica Tan, Editor-in-Chief
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Fashion On Exhibit..................
FEATURE: Class Color Monoc
Fall 2012 Runway Makeup......
Words of Wisdom......................
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K atharine Hepburn embodies all that style should be; confident, bold, and effortless. Unlike the famous counterpart who shares her surname,
no single strand of pearls and little black dress can be worn and considered an emulation of her style. Her style is a lifestyle― perfectly crafted, poised, and fabulous. In the words of Katharine, "If you always do what interests you, at least one person is pleased". This bold attitude translates to her defiant style. Katharine was unafraid of violating the gender roles of the time. Though considered improper, she proudly flaunted high-waisted pants while casually gripping a cigarette between her thumb and index finger. She wore what she desired, indifferent to any judgments that were passed. While managing to look refined and professional, she also empowered women. This is, undoubtedly, true style.
Another strong suit of Katharine's is that she flaunted her best attributes without compromising her dignity. She exuded a sense of authority through iconic staple items such as suits and button-downs. While many perceive her style to be unflattering, they fail to realize that the magic is in the details. Her suits were perfectly tailored to accentuate her waist; her belted, long pants paired with loafers commanded attention and [BlissfullyDomestic.com respect. Katharine Hepburn is the epitome of true taste― she managed to look attractive without over-sexualizing herself. Her style is also her own. She had no need for famous designers such as Givenchy to make her look fabulous. Katharine's strong wit, intelligence and confidence, clearly by-products of a Bryn Mawr education, are all represented in her style. Additionally, she shared the beloved alma mater of Bryn Mawr with us. Ergo, she automatically wins.
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W hat are the words we automatically associate with Audrey? Timeless, elegant, sophisticated― these are the things that make her a style icon to this very day, someone we can emulate, and someone we do emulate, in fact, every time we wear a little black dress. While Katharine Hepburn was bold and pushed the boundaries of fashion, Audrey too created her own style, one that matched her charming personality and that women of all ages model long after Roman Holiday was released.
Hepburn's core ensemble consisted of a black turtleneck, black, cropped pants, and black ballet flats, which drew attention to her tiny waistline and flattered her dancer's figure. Audrey was very much aware of what looked good on her, even favoring ballet flats and kitten heels as not to look too tall. As a general rule, she rarely strayed from her palette of black and white. By the same token, as trends pass, Audrey's look never goes out of fashion because of her simple, neutral, and effortlessly classy ensembles. Audrey's style can be much attributed to her close relationship with designer Hubert de Givenchy. They began working together when Givenchy was asked to design the costumes for Sabrina in 1953. Funnily enough, Givenchy had expected Katharine Hepburn, not Audrey (a then [http://userserve-ak.last.fm] rising star), to be his muse when he was called upon. Nevertheless, they became close friends as Givenchy began to design clothes for Audrey's personal collection as well as a perfume specifically for her, L'Interdit. She even said, "His are the only clothes in which I am myself. He is far more than a couturier, he is a creator of personality". Despite her relationships with designers like Givenchy, her look is accessible to everyone, which is what really makes her a style icon. All one needs is a white button down shirt, a pair of cigatette jeans, and a "less is more" attitude. Within all simple elegance is something truly Audrey. â™
Henna
SPOTLIGHT ON CULTURE:
Written by Nuzhat Kimi Arif
[Mehndi Time]
Delicate swirls cover the body, the dark brown color contrasting beautifully against the skin. To learn more about the enchanting practice of Henna, we talked to our resident Henna artist and fellow Mawrter, Nuzhat Kimi Arif, who offers her Henna services on campus. Henna's Origins
body art for over 6,000 years, but nowadays it is especially enna is a flowering plant prominent in Islamic cultures. It which usually grows in relatively was popular among Egyptian warm climates. Its leaves are cultures and records have been mashed up and extracted to get a found of its use in India, the reddish brown dye. This dye can Middle East and Africa for then be used for both commercial centuries. Apparently Cleopatra and personal use. One of its most used to wear henna to dye her hair popular uses is in creating as well! beautiful body art. In an article by Catherine Its use is Cartwright Jones, fairly common in she talks about South Asia, the "...the groom's initials how henna was Middle East, are hidden somewhere used in old certain regions of Moroccan Africa and among the dense henna villages for Australia― it is designs of the bride, Islamic holidays. especially popular Traditionally, among women of and it is the groom's henna is applied these regions. in preparation task to find it on their Over the for important years, henna has wedding night!" occasions, such evolved quite a as before Eid-Al bit in terms of -Adha, an Islamic how designs are done. In celebration and the night before modernity, the art is thought of as weddings where women would do similar to a temporary tattoo. It is henna designs on each other’s common to see henna being used hands. There is a tradition where for intricate designs on the body the groom's initials are hidden and also as hair dye―not just in somewhere among the dense those regions previously henna designs of the bride, and it mentioned but increasingly in the is the groom’s task to find it on US, UK and the more their wedding night! “westernized” countries.
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Henna's Use in Traditions Henna has been used for
(Henna’s
Significance in Amazigh Id, Circumcision and "Night of the Henna" Celebrations, 2002)
A traditional Indian bride displays the Henna that covers her hands and forearms.
[Sailu's Kitchen]
The Henna Plant, Lawsonia inermis
[Maharani Weddings]
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A close up of a Henna design (with paste still intact)
A Multipurpose Plant
Henna is quite a wonderful herb― it is a preservative for leather and cloth and it also has anti-fungal properties. It can even repel mildew and some insect pests. It is used to dye hair into a reddish brown color and sometimes is also used to dye wool. Of course we all know of its everpopular use for body art. Henna powder is made into a paste and put in tubes which one can use to sketch out designs on any part of the body. You have to let it dry for about half an hour or so and then it usually lightens and then fades over the duration of a week. In it’s natural form Henna is great, but sometimes some manufacturers use a lot of chemicals in the tubes to get deeper coloring or “instant henna”. There is such a thing called “black henna” which gives a really deep color but can induce strong allergic reactions, so one has to be careful when purchasing the tubes to make sure it does not have too many chemicals, especially if you have sensitive skin.
Nuzhat's Cultural Connection to Henna
I am from Bangladesh. I grew up there and so naturally I have been
[My Perfect Brows]
totally immersed in the South Asian culture for all my life. As a Muslim, every year before Eid-AlAdha and Eid-Al-Fitr I would get together with all my friends and cousins to do henna on each others hands. It was just something that I grew up with. It seemed to me that everybody just knew how to do those beautiful intricate designs and it motivated me to learn. Since I was already interested in art it was a really fun learning process for me. My mother likes to put henna on her hair as a dye and I remember her always telling me how it’s just a more natural alternative to chemical filled hairdyes. Sometimes men with beards also use henna to dye their beards. It looks pretty colorful on the elderly men actually, since they put the henna over their white hair and it looks bright orange!
This past summer “instant henna” has become a crazy in Bangladesh. It comes in tubes and you basically do the designs and wash it off after 5 minutes and get very dark coloring. I don’t know how I feel about this, actually-even though it’s super convenient, it’s probably not very natural. My love of art and just being part of the “henna culture” helped me learn how to do henna designs and last year some of the seniors encouraged me to start my own henna business for Bryn Mawr students. They were very enthusiastic about getting henna done by me so I thought, “why not!” That’s when I decided to create my own Facebook page.
Natural Beauty
One of the most interesting things about henna is how natural
it is (most of the time!) and yet so beautiful. The coloring comes out great if the plant is grown in the right environment, and once it’s inside the tube, it’s literally like icing a cake. Since it’s natural, it’s healthier than artificial alternatives and has many useful properties, some of which I talked about earlier. Henna also has a very distinct smell and some people either love it or absolutely hate it. It’s actually being commercially used in some parts of the world as a perfume. Even though henna designs are conventionally placed on the limbs and hands, I’ve done henna on shoulder blades and even belly buttons by special request. Those were fun and turned out great! Very tattoo-esque! ♠
While Henna is usually placed on the hands, it is also used to decorate other parts of the body such as the arms, shoulders, and legs.
[Hot Shaadi]
Artist Spotlight:
Nuzhat Kimi Arif
Nuzhat Kimi Arif is a senior at Bryn Mawr College, majoring in Mathematics. She offers her Henna services to the Bryn Mawr and Philadelphia community and may be contacted through her Facebook page. She is also available to do Henna for special events and caters to specific requests. Please contact her if you are interested in booking her for your next event! An example of Nuzhat's Henna designs.
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SI GHT People experience different physiological responses to different colours . We are both naturally inclined as well as conditioned to associate certain ideas to certain colours. One particular example is how colours are used in signs and posters. Did you ever notice that clearance sale signs tend to be red? This is because red increases your heart rate and creates a sense of urgency. And how do the colours of the products themselves affect the way that customers perceive them? Black connotes state-of-theart, elegant, and luxurious products e.g. phones, cars. But products aren't only limited to physical things― blue is often used in association with technology (think Facebook, Twitter, IBM, Windows, etc.!)
Lighting can have a profound impact on a shopper's pace. Stores
that use harsh lighting with blue undertones e.g. Walmart, make people adopt the "get in-get out" attitude where they go in with a list of items in mind, purchase their desired products, and leave without lingering for too long. In contrast, stores that have warmer lighting with red or yellow undertones e.g. Target, encourage the customer to go at a more leisurely pace and browse, perhaps accruing more items than they originally intended to buy. The difference is often very subtle, but the effects are surprising!
TOUCH Marketers are changing the age-old adage "You break it, you buy it" to "You touch it, you buy it". A fascinating study published by James Wolf in the journal Judgement and Decision Making demonstrated that people felt attached to a mug after a mere 30 seconds of holding it. They would then be willing to pay more than its retail price for it or outbid others in an auction scenario. The reasoning behind this is that when people come into more prolonged physical contact with something, they begin to gain a sense of ownership of the object. Relating this to my own personal shopping habits, I did not realise until I consciously thought about it, that when I shop for clothes, I like to walk around and just touch the fabrics and get a sense of how they feel. It has been suggested that if you are trying to curb your shopaholic tendencies or are on a tight budget, that you become more aware of what you touch and attempt to restrain yourself. Companies take advantage of your sense of touch through testers and hands-on demonstrations e.g. test drives, playing with puppies at the pet store, beauty products, which engage the customer in an interactive way.
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I am sure that many of you are extremely familiar with the smell of Abercrombie & Fitch. As soon as you walk in, the scent greets, no, assaults your nostrils, even before your eyes adjust to the darkness. I have a friend who used to work for A&F, and he confided to me that they don't just spray that stuff everywhere, they literally waft it through the vents throughout the store! Why do they do this, you ask? They are (though not very subtly) taking advantage of our olfactory sense, which has been suggested to be our second strongest sense. Scents are strongly linked to our emotions as well as our memory. Tech giants such as Sony have been known to use a light mix of vanilla, mandarin, and bourbon, along with other secret ingredients in their stores to induce feelings of comfort, happiness, and security. And you know that "new car smell"? Car companies such as Ford have recreated the scent and sell it in a bottle! They use it in their certified new cars to emulate that oh-so-fresh new car feeling. Think about it: would you feel as confident in buying a new car that didn't have that distinct "new car smell" to it?
T AS T E I couldn't help but notice that a lot of people's motivation to go to campus events is "for the food". Well companies are broadening this concept to apply to its consumers' simple human attraction to food . Ever been at the bank and grabbed a lollipop at the counter? Banks such as TD are well known for their signature green and purple suckers. They have even run a campaign for customers to vote on their favourite colour lolly. This might sound a bit ludicrious, but TD Bank generated quite a bit of publicity and a general feeling amiability with something as simple as a lollipop. Food has always been a great way to get a company's name out― just stamp the logo onto a candy bar or water bottle, and watch them disappear! ♠[Sketch by Lorna Spiga via www.Beautycrazed.ca]
[Christian Louboutin]
The Evolution of Style:
A Simple Style Guide for College Fashion
Written by Steffi Feldman
The Evolution ofStyle: A Simple Style Guide for College Fashion Written by Steffi Feldman
Disclaimer: These are the opinions of the author and by no means the only way to approach fashion in college. Do your own thing. These are just friendly suggestions from a fashion-minded Sophomore.
C ollege is a weird transitional time in many regards. Young people are suddenly thrust into a brave new world of freedom and uncertainty. One can reinvent oneself completely if one so chooses, but some habits are harder to break than others. Sometimes, among all these new changes, one aspect is overlooked: fashion. The shift from high school to college styles can be jarring and disorienting for incoming freshmen because the clothing worn in high school differs considerably from what is worn in college. This shift, of course, is a generalization that is more relevant to liberal arts colleges and is perhaps not as prevalent in state schools or some public institutions where the unofficial uniform is sweatpants or jeans, paired with a t-shirt or sweatshirt with the college name or monogram emblazoned across the chest (see Villanova University).
It’s a daunting task to completely change not only a wardrobe but also the entire way that one approaches what one wears and how one wears it. The following guide can help demystify the whole process and help freshmen find their niche in a new fashion environment.
What Not to Do High Heels: High heels are fine for some, but with uneven terrain and cobblestones or acorns (especially when cutting across lawns) they’re just not a good idea. I, for one, have been known to fall flailing on flat, even stretches of sidewalk in these pointy menaces. I say go with a nice basic ballet flat for the warmer months or some nice neutral-colored boots, saddle shoes, oxfords, etc. in leather or pleather depending on your preference. The key is to keep it relatively flat. If you’re on your feet all day hopping from class to class or just getting chores done on campus, you will almost certainly need your feet intact.
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[Iowa State Daily]
Brand name shirts: High school style is generally more labeloriented. Far too many fall prey to the tragic listlessness of an Abercrombie and Fitch or Hollister logoed t-shirt. I’m talking about items that exhibit the name of the brand in big obnoxious letters, be they from Gap, American Eagle, or any other store. It’s tolerable to have one or two of these, though personally I consider being a walking billboard a little dehumanizing. The real problem arises when this is your entire wardrobe. Don’t use a cookie cutter outfit for every day of the week. Be creative with what you wear! Clothing is how people express their personality to the world, and when you wear the same bland brand t-shirt every day, what do you think that connotes to those around you? In the old west cattle were branded. Don’t just be a part of the herd.
Sweats: It is part of college life to occasionally wear pajamas or sweats to class on a lazy day. But be careful not to let this become the norm. Sometimes even the best of us fall into this funk, especially when it gets cold out or during testing periods. Keep in mind, however, that when you make an effort to look good you feel good, too. That is an important and necessary boost that everyone should have. One of my favorite teachers from high school always told us that when we had an important test we should wear a comfortable outfit, but one that we also felt that we looked nice in. She emphasized that this was important because then you go into the exam with a confidence boost from that alone. Also, if you go anywhere looking gross, some of your attention is going towards that niggling feeling of self-consciousness. You need all your attention devoted to the task at hand, not your stained sweatshirt. The “uniform”: In my high school, a public institution in Northern Virginia called Chantilly, there was an unofficial uniform of sorts. Girls wore polo shirts, astonishingly short skirts, and Uggs with a Northface fleece to top off the wayward ensemble. While I won’t begrudge someone the right to pick out what is put on one’s body, these are not necessarily what I would consider “chic” fashion choices. To each their own and all of that, but it’s actually exceedingly easy to look au courant without either breaking the bank or feeling uncomfortable. Which brings us to the next section…
[Sussan]
[ModCloth] [H&M]
"A wardrobe needs basics
[Kosher Casual]
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[Hue]
What to Do College fashion is basically looking disheveled yet purposefully so. It takes a little practice, but once you get the hang of it you’ll see how much easier it is to look really and truly good with far less effort than it took to arrange outfits for high school. Basic pieces: If you do nothing else, get some really good quality basic pieces. Buy some plain t-shirts, pencil skirts, blouses, cardigans, chunky sweaters, straight-leg trousers or nice (not over-bleached or overenthusiastically ripped) jeans. Do the same for your accessories with
[Nine West]
building needs a foundation." -JTan
some tights or leggings and some basic scarves that you can loosely knot around your neck for an effortless and insouciant flair on a blustery day. Minimize: The fatal error many people make when trying to be fashion-conscious is that they try too hard. Don’t be overly matchy-matchy. That is to say, don’t worry about everything going perfectly together to the extent that the outfit looks forced. Use contrasting colors. Don’t wear too much jewelry or overwhelm yourself in bulky pieces. It’s all about balance. And if you find the new adjustment overwhelming, limit yourself to
one standout piece. Try taking one fashion risk per day. In a neutraltoned outfit give a pop of color with bright tights, statement jewelry, or a surprising hair accessory. Subtle makeup: It’s great to experiment with makeup and try a bold look now and then, but college is a time when you can get away with nothing but some mascara, some lip balm and a swift cheek pinch in the way of makeup. You can, of course, do more than that. Most of us do. Pro tip: if you do something striking to your lips like a bold color, don’t do your eyes up too much or the effect can overwhelm your face. Likewise, if you do something fancy to your eyes, leave your lips more naturallooking. And remember, don’t go over the top. Too much makeup can age you like nothing else but, aside from that, we are young. Makeup or not, our complexions will literally never be better than this. Enjoy this time, because when
[Whispers From Angels]
you’re 40 and you put on makeup every day for your professional job you will miss this time when you didn’t have to kowtow to oppressive societal mores by slathering face goo on every morning. And finally, whatever you wear in college will look awful unless you pair it with a healthy dose of… Confidence: It is very hard to look self-assured and confident whenever you start at a new school, but college makes the situation even harder. Not only do you have to adjust to a new learning environment, but your living situation as well as your social group has been turned upside down. You’ll recognize that starting from scratch is an exciting and invigorating opportunity once you’re settled in a little bit, but the first few months are a challenging change to adjust to. Meet the challenge with a good attitude. A nice pair of sunglasses and a dauntless gait can make or break an outfit, whether it be Chanel or a chicken suit. Above all, stay positive and stand up straight. To do this properly, put your shoulders back, your chin up, and pretend that you’re balancing a glass of water between your boobs—stay with me, here—and don’t let the invisible glass spill. Yes, I know. But it seriously works. Trust me. So go forth and shop, little freshmen! We can’t wait to see how your style evolves over the next four years. Find your fashion identity here and show the Bi-Co what you’ve got. ♠
Fashion on Exhib Written by Lise Wagnac
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FASHION ON EXHIBIT Written by Lise Wagnac
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believe that clothing is simply fabric that hangs off of your body, but these people cease to see the beauty and art of clothing. These preconceived notions are constantly being challenged in the fashion world through the increasing number of fashion exhibitions being held around the world. Fashion designers are no longer only presenting their works of art on a runway and in ready-to-wear collections in luxury stores, but are now creating a revolution in art. In the past two years, there have been a considerable amount of exhibitions that have placed fashion in the art world, including the Balenciaga exhibit, “Cristobal Balenciaga Collectionneur De Modes,” as well as Alexander McQueen’s collection. “Cristobal Balenciaga Collectionneur De Modes” is displayed in the Palais Galliera of Paris, with the support of House of Balenciaga. The exhibit was
conceived as a tribute to the master of fashion whose life stretched from 1895 and 1972, in order to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Balenciaga’s death. The show featured seventy costumes and items of clothing from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries alongside some forty couture coats and dresses designed by Balenciaga. These three figures exemplify the embroidery and artistry that went into making each item of clothing in this exhibit. The show was divided into six sections where each examined a specific type of garment that Balenciaga collected and was inspired by. These inspirations included collars, coats, capes, lace, folklore/regionalism, history, geometric forms, and monastic robes (pertaining to that time.) This exhibit, like many others, sought to create awareness of the brand. These fashion exhibitions generate great publicity because of the access the public has to these great works of art. This allows for the brand to receive a wide array of audiences, from fashion experts to tourists. Displays like these also seek to educate the masses about the importance of fashion and inspire creativity among other budding artists.
"Cristobal Balenciaga Collectionneur De Modes" in Palais Galliera, Musée de la Mode et du Costume, Paris
"Romantic Gothic and Cabinet ofCuriosities� by Alexander McQueen at the Metropolitan Museum ofArt
One of the most discussed fashion exhibitions was that of Alexander McQueen which was displayed at the Met’s Costume Institute of New York in the summer of 2011. The collection created a wave of anticipation throughout the world because it demonstrated a strong cinematic presence.The designer himself has been reputed for his expressive sense of style. McQueen believed that fashion should transcend utility and embody a conceptual expression of culture, politics, and identity, which he directly displayed using his clothing as a canvas. Looking at these figures, among many others on exhibition, it is clear that these designers have gone to great lengths to express their artistic vision and their expression of fashion. Fashion has become such an individualized process, but those that are successful are usually constrained by popular demand. Exhibitions have allowed for artists such as Balenciaga and McQueen to push outside the boundaries, and create a lasting legacy of fashion as art.â™
Top:"Romantic Nationalism" Bottom: "Romantic Primitivism" by Alexander McQueen at the Metropolitan Museum ofArt
FEATURE:
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Yashaswini Singh Class of 2013
Major: Economics & Mathematics
Hobbies: Playing guitar, traveling, and trying out independent coffee shops. Favorite Place on Campus: The Rhoads Patio! Life Philosophy: "I believe that happy girls are the prettiest." Fun fact: Yashaswini speaks five languages. Yashaswini's Personal Style: "Personal style is about expressing your individuality through clothes. My wardrobe consists of a lot of neutrals such as black, grey, navy blue and beige. I prefer to keep my outfit simple, timeless and business-like and sometimes like to match my accessories (a handbag in a color similar to my shoes)!" Photographed by Neha Aurora
What Yashaswini says about Mawrter Fashion: "I think there is a lot of individuality on this campus and this is represented in the variety of personal styles around us."
Lema Andrews-Hirano Class of 2014
Major: Psychology
Hobbies: Dancing, gym-ing, eating, and napping Favorite Place on Campus: Moon bench! Life Philosophy: "Hakuna Matata" Fun fact: Lema can wiggle her ears. Lema's Personal Style: Classy classic What Lema says about Mawrter Fashion: "It is very relaxed."
Photographed by Neha Aurora
Samaita Jana Class of 2015
Major: Possibly chemistry, but still deciding
Hobbies: Watching movies, eating, traveling, reading, writing Favorite Place on Campus: The Cloisters Favorite Quote: "Dream what you want to dream余 go where you want to go余 be what you want to be, because you have only one life and one chance to do all the things you want to do." -Anonymous Fun fact: "I own a pair of fake bangs (don't ask me why I even have them!) , which I have never really worn in public till now! (shown in photos)." Samaita's Personal Style: Feminine and flirty What Samaita says about Mawrter Fashion: "There are so many different styles you notice here, from girly to preppy, indie, and edgy. Mawrters are also not afraid to try bold trends. I would say, in general, Bryn Mawr women are very chic." Photographed by Jia Li
Major: Undecided
Tirsa Delate Class of 2016
Hobbies: Playing tennis, fashion, watching/critiquing films, drawing, playing the piano, doing yoga, reading, and eating ethnic food Favorite Place on Campus: One of the hammocks on Thomas Green Life Philosophy: "Living well is the best revenge." Favorite Quote: "You're only yourself when no one's watching." Fun fact: "I love music used in film. I love to try to, and usually can, identify a song that is playing that was used in a movie." Tirsa's Personal Style: "Over the years I have developed my own sense of fashion and style. I draw inspiration from street fashions and new trends I see, especially in New York and Paris, and also bits and pieces from fashion magazines. I love combining different articles of clothing, and enjoy putting together an aesthetically pleasing outfit. I also love colors and wear clothes that fit well and complement my figure. I generally classify my style as chic, sophisticated, and innovative."
Photographed by Jia Li
What Tirsa says about Mawrter Fashion: "I love Mawrter fashion because there is no sole style at Bryn Mawr. I've noticed certain trends such as lace-up boots, oversize sweaters, and lots of scarves and jewelry, but every person I've seen is able to make it her own and incorporate her individual fashion and personality into it. Along with what women are wearing comes a particular attitude and that is what makes the style, or particular outfit. Everyone has their own unique sense of style and I think as long as you love what you are wearing, it is distinctive and classy. In general, I think that Mawrter fashion is very individualized yet cohesive and eclectic at the same time." â™
Fall 2012 Run
Written and Illustrated [Fernanda Guedes]
nway Makeup
by Veronica Maldonado
Looking
at makeup trends on the runway can inspire you to experiment with your own style. Here are some of the hottest looks spotted on the runway this season.
Smokey eyes seem to make an appearance every fall, but this year they have returned with more color. Prabal Gurung, Jason Wu and Roberto Cavalli all showcased these color explosions on the runway, and it’s pretty easy for you to do it, too. Just substitute your traditional smokey eye colors for different tones of greens, purples, blues and browns and mix and smoke however you’d like.
[Prabal Gurung]
Red isn’t only for lips. Red eyes were seen in Donna Karan, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Mugler, and Yohji Yamamoto. In order to get a look like this, you can use actual red shadow, like Sugarpill love + or Make Up For Ever shadow 158, but since these are rather hard to come by, you could always use a lip pencil on eyes. Just remember to smudge and set with powder.
[Donna Karan]
The cat eye has once again shown up on the runway, but this season’s looks are bolder and more dramatic than the more traditional ones. Lanvin, Ana Sui, Junya Watanabe and Dsquared each showed their own take on the cat eye, ranging from ultra colorful to matte black. The most important part when creating a cat eye is symmetry, so if you’re uncomfortable freehanding the shape, first create an outline on both eyes using a soft-colored shadow before filling it in with the color of your choice, and always make sure to extend the lower lash line for the wing. For me, liquid liner works best, but eyeshadow can do the job as well. Cat eyes can range from a soft flick at the end of the lash line to completely encircling the eye socket, so you’re sure to find a style you’re comfortable with. My advice? Be daring: wear a style that makes you slightly uncomfortable.
[Ana Sui]
Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton, and Jean Paul Gaultier all showed smudged, runny makeup. While this look is going for a “slept-in” feel, sleeping in your makeup is something you should never ever, ever do. I mean it. This is terrible for your complexion in the long run and can cause break-outs. The good thing is, recreating smudgy, “I haven’t slept for three days” makeup isn’t too difficult. Smudge a black pencil liner under the eye, and apply dark eyeshadow on top and blend down. If you want, go over the lower lash line again with the liner in order to intensify the look. Apply mascara if you want and even let it clump a bit if you’d like. Don’t wear primer - the further it runs down your face, the better you’ll look. Eyeliner running halfway down your cheeks is cool if it’s intentional, so always tell people it is.
[Marc Jacobs]
[Missoni]
What is probably the most effortless look of fall: defined brows. They were seen in Missoni, Viktor & Rolf, Mandy Coon Vera Wang and Chanel. Just fill in your brows using either a brow pencil, brow powder, brow marker, or any combination of brow products. Whatever works best for you. That’s it. Not much to do here. If you’re feeling adventurous, bedazzle your brows a la Chanel, or completely white them out, as seen in Comme des Garçons.
And finally, what are perhaps some of the greatest faces of the season: Mary Katrantzou, Erdem, Altuzarra all showed some deconstructive, geometric eye looks. While these are obviously the most striking looks, they are also the most difficult. In my opinion, liquid liner is probably the best tool to work with, but it is also the most difficult liner to master. If you’re not adept with liquid, try gel liner. The trick to creating a look like these is to follow the shape of your eye. You’re not creating an organic shape, but your eye’s contours work well as markers for each side, so you can tell how far you need to bring out lines, etc. They take practice, but you’ll get there. Just keep lots of Q-tips and remover handy.
[Mary Katrantzou]
[Viktor Rolf]
[Jeremy Scott]
[Bottega Veneta]
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Yamamoto]
Now for lipstick: lips this season lean towards berry colors and off reds. Here’s a color breakdown. For a berry/wine red, I recommend MAC Media, NYX Espresso, Chanel Ballet Russe, and OCC Vintage Lip tar. If you want a deep vampy plum color, look at MAC Cyber, NYX Very Berry, Illamasqua Growl or MAC Film Noir. For an orange red – try Lush I’d like you to keep in mind Strong Liquid Lipstick, MAC Russian Red, OCC Psycho Lip that this is just an overview of Tar, or Giorgio Armani # 405. Fall 2012 runway trends and not a Fall 2012 Makeup Mandate. I find it fun to wear and play with trends, but this does absolutely not mean that you have to, too. Do whatever you want with your makeup, even if it’s not what is the current trend. These looks could be toned down or played up depending on how dramatic you want to be and the Of course, if you find reds magnitude of the occasion. and plums a bit dull and Makeup is a great way for you to overdone, why not try blue? It let your artistic side come out showed up in both Jeremy Scott and play. ♠ and Yohji Yamamoto, and has previously been seen in Gareth Pugh and Louis Vuitton. It’s a trend that hasn’t yet been embraced by many people, which gives you all the more reason to wear it. I’m a fan of Illamasqua Apocalips and OCC Rx.
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