FASHION MAGAZINE
FALL 2010
Look
FRESH
even after a night out
PRETTY
TOUGH:
FASHION GETS FIERCE
SHOPPING’S BACK! 75+
SHOES, BAGS, DRESSES AND MORE!
MUST-READ: Self Defense Moves Every Girl Should Know
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MARIA WARD Editor-in-Chief
from the editor
Deputy Editor Kelsey Isenberg Executive Editor Jessica Cruel Treasurer Andrea Perdomo Fashion Editor Samantha Brody Accessories Editor Aly Mackenzie Beauty Editor MaryAnn Barone Design Director Sierra Piland Public Relations Director Kelsie Murdock, Nicole Holmes Copy Editor Jacqueline Scott Blog Editor Jacqueline Scott Webmaster Sarah Riazati Photography Editor Alexandra Brawley Hair & Make-up Artist Caroline Dalpiaz
FASHION Alexia Conley Taylor Delbridge Carly Fields Madeline Gregg Sarah Leonard Kaelyn Malkoski Bess Trotter Kayleigh Winslow
PUBLIC RELATIONS
Photo by Alexandra Brawley Back to school always reminds me of freshly sharpened pencils, brand new books, maybe even a new backpack. Oh, and back-to-school clothes, of course! Every fall season calls for a fresh new start to reinvent your look and try new things. Here at Kaleidoscope, we urge you to switch things up this fall and try one of fall’s many new trends. From clean, classic minimalism, to commanding attention utilitarianism—the possibilities are endless. So pick a trend or two, and start shopping! This issue is packed full of deals and steals where we show you how to take looks from the runway to the hallway and beyond. Be sure to check out our usual “Her Way to Your Way” feature (page 12) where we show you how to get the designer looks for less. Don’t want to sacrifice Chanel? Flip to our the story titled “Rent the Runway” (page 24) , which features renttherunway.com — a website where you can actually rent the designer duds for a fraction of the price! So whether, you’re shopping, or renting or both(!), have fun going back-to-school shopping and treat yourself to a new trend. Perhaps the focus of a new school term should be on academics, but it’s hard not to get excited about a new batch of clothes! Happy shopping!
Maria Ward Editor-in-chief
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Meghan Abernathy Evanne Allen Marlene Alvarez Kati Blaylock Moe Dabbagh Taylor Delbridge Charlotte Ekberg Wevine Fidelis Missy Fournier Lauren Hafezi Casey Johnson Jasmine Lamb Madison Lanier Jennifer Northington Samantha Oldham Ashton Overholt Chelsea Parker Travis Styres Tricia Thompson
DESIGN Sara Creef Andrea Golindano Kelsey Isenberg Jasmine Lamb M. Christina Serrano Katie Steen Elizabeth Trent
EDITORIAL Rachel Allen Annie Arntz Katy Charles Meghan DeMaria Missy Fournier Grace Joyal Stephanie Kelly
PHOTOGRAPHY Kelly Bolick
fall 2010
contents DESIGNER 08 SPOTLIGHT
Temple St. Clair, the high-end jewelry line, teams up with Target to launch a limitededition line of exquisite items
URBAN CHIC 14
FASHION T-SHIRT TELLS
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CARRBORO FASHION
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Find out what your perfect tee says about YOU!
Where the up-and-coming style scene is just a hop, skip and a jump away
Tough-girl fashion meets new levels of sophistication
FEATURES
BEAUTY
GIRLS NIGHT OUT
BRIGHT OF WAY 10
Vivid hues for lips, eyes and nails — no matter what your skintone
AMP UP YOUR 11 A.M. ROUTINE
How to switch up your beauty routine to beat those morning blues
ON THE COVER On Chandler Leik (left): MM Couture by Miss Me top, $108; Fabrik. On Jessi Tremayane: Fabrik pleated satin blouse, $56; Fabrik. Photography: Alexandra Brawley. Hair and makeup: Caroline Dalpiaz
Tips on what to sip and what to skip without adding to your waistline
RENT THE RUNWAY
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EXERCISE DECOR
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The workout pieces that can both whip you in to shape and spice up your dorm room
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The website where you can rent the designer duds for a fraction of the cost. What will they think of next?
SELF-DEFENSE
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Keep these moves in your back pocket right next to your pepper spray!
in every issue EDITOR’S LETTER THAT’S HOT TREND ALERT ALL ABOUT ACCESSORIES STUDENT WITH STYLE HER WAY TO YOUR WAY
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This publication funded at least in part by Student Fees which were appropriated and dispersed by the Student Government at UNC-Chapel Hill.
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STAFFS PICK
That’s Hot
WHAT OUR STAFF CAN’T QUIT BUZZING ABOUT STACKED RINGS
FLORAL DRESS
As delicate as they are divine, these stacked rings are the perfect signature piece.
This country-chic floral dress is the perfect transitional piece for fall.
Daisy Knights set of 3 sterling silver rings, $125; available worldwide @ net-a-porter.com
As inviting on our dresser as our décolletage, this fragrance contains hints of blossom and notes of pepper, all in a particularly pretty bottle. Balenciaga Paris eau de parfum, $95; nordstrom.com
FAUX FUR CLUTCH This faux fur clutch just became our new favorite arm candy of the season.
MENSWEARINSPIRED OXFORDS
Topshop faux fur clutch, $80; topshop.com
A pair of menswearinspired oxfords so sultry they feel anything but workday.
LAPTOP CASE
Alloy lace-up ‘Polly’ oxfords, $34.90; alloy.com
Hands down, the prettiest laptop case of all time.
Vanessa Bruno Athé printed silk dress, $495; available worldwide @ net-a-porter.com
Marc by Marc Jacobs laptop case, $78; bloomingdales.com
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FRAGRANCE
Bobbi Brown denim and rose face palette, $60; belk.com
COMPACT With everything you need for day-to-night eyes, lips and cheeks, this compact not only looks like a beauty first-aid kit—it is.
FEATURES
Girls Night Out
WHAT TO SIP AND WHAT TO SKIP FOR A NIGHT ON THE TOWN By Missy Fournier
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e’ve all heard the mantras “beer before liquor never been sicker; liquor before beer you’re in the clear,” and “don’t mix your lights and darks.” With all of this superstition it seems safe to stick with the same type of alcohol all night, right? Well sipping on rum and coke all night can be a bit of a bore, so to spice up your next night out we’ve put together a list of delicious drinks made with three popular liquors. Chapel Hill is known for having a variety of bar choices, and East End is a favorite because of their weekly “ladies nights.” One of their bartenders, Ethan Thacker, helped us create the perfect drink menu for a fun night out that doesn’t go overboard on calories! k
Ethan Thacker of East End Martini Bar, Photo by Alexandra Brawley
VODKA CAPE COD (Cranberry Vodka)
RUM
COCKTAIL CALORIE CHEAT SHEET:
TEQUILA
137 calories
160 calories
MOJITO
MARGARITA
This is a classic and low-calorie drink - if the bar uses real cranberry juice. Hint: avoid cranberry juice from a bar’s soda gun. It’s just flavored sugar water!
This drink is both delicious and refreshing. It’s made with fresh limes, mint, a little sugar, rum and soda water. It is also completely free of high fructose syrup.
This is the quintessential tequila cocktail. It tastes better when made with a blender, but it can also be ordered “on the rocks.” This drink is relatively high in calories because there are sugary mixers involved.
RUM RUNNER
200 calories
SEX ON THE BEACH 270 calories There are several iterations of this drink, but it usually includes vodka, peach schnapps, cranberry juice and pineapple. It’s tasty despite the high alcohol content, but beware of the calories which come from the fruit juice.
497 calories
This drink is complicated and can be made in a number of different ways. It almost always includes light rum, dark rum and blackberry brandy. It may also include banana liqueur and pineapple and orange juices. Try it for a fruity, although fattening, bar experience.
ALABAMA SLAMMER
325 calories
TEQUILA SUNRISE This drink actually lives up to its namesake and looks like a sunrise. It’s also easy to make a skinny version at home (just skip the grenadine).
PALOMA
173 calories
277 calories
CUBA LIBRE (Rum and Coke)
This drink is made with vodka, Soco, Amaretto, orange juice and grenadine. It is especially delicious; and if you forgoe the grenadine, you can cut calories.
225 calories What more can we say - it’s a classic. Coke seems like it was meant to be mixed with rum.
Made with tequila, soda water and grapefruit and lime juices; a Paloma is tart. It’s a favorite of many, but only for certain tastes. This drink is perfect in the summer.
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FASHION
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Alice and Olivia leather tuxedo jacket ($488), House of Harlow necklace ($80), and Report ‘Bowie’ booties ($130); Uniquities boutiques. Silence & Noise lace skirt; similar styles available at urbanoutfitters.com.
Elie Saab
Jill Stuart
Trend Alert: Leather PAIR THE TWO AND ADD A LITTLE NAUGHTY TO YOUR NICE
& Lace
By Samantha Brody
Haute Hippie silk blouse, $365; available worldwide @ net-a-porter.com
Forever 21 faux leather dress, $22.80; forever21.com
Diane von Furstenberg ‘Marlene’ envelope purse, $250; shopbop.com
L’agence leather miniskirt, $510; available worldwide @ net-a-porter.com
Giuseppe Zanotti platform heels, $650; shopbop.com
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J.Crew leather ‘Aberdeen’ jacket, $595; available worldwide @ net-a-porter.com
All About Accessories FASHION MEETS FUNCTION WITH THE MOST WEARABLE ACCESSORY TRENDS FOR FALL
By Aly Mackenzie
SATCHEL
CLOCHE This vintageinspired wool cloche is oh-soglamorous and retro without being too costumey.
Stella McCartney cloche hat, $345; available worldwide @ net-a-porter.com
GLOVES
A wardrobe staple, this structured satchel will add sophistication to any ensemble.
FASHION
At once luxurious and nononsense, these convertible gloves make layering a cinch.
J.Crew convertible cuff gloves, $98; jcrew.com
MICHAEL Michael Kors leather ‘Hamilton’ satchel, $268; nordstrom.com
UTILITY BELT
Go commander-chic and channel this season’s military trend with this bold utility belt.
WEDGE BOOTIES The perfect balance of relaxed-chic, this go-with-everything pair can be dressed up or down. Pour La Victoire lace-up ‘Lang’ wedge booties, $310; bloomingdales.com
Topshop utility belt, $50; topshop.com
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FASHION
DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT:
Temple St. Clair For Target
Temple St. Clair multi jewel necklace with pear drop stones, $40; target.com
By Jacqueline Scott
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ewelry designer Temple St. Clair’s limited-edition Target collection is available through Dec. 28. And if past Target collections by hat designer Eugenia Kim, shoe designer Cynthia Vincent and clothing designer Zac Posen are any indication, this collection will sell out in no time. As the sixth jewelry partner for Target, Temple St. Clair has a bohemian-luxe vibe that is equal parts delicate and ornate. St. Clair draws inspiration from her studies abroad in Italy and her humble Southern roots of Virginia. St. Clair studied art and literature of the classical world and the Italian Renaissance at Smith College and later, in Florence, where she lived for over a decade. While living in Florence in 1986, designer Temple St. Clair Carr founded her line. Barneys New York was so drawn to her fine jewelry and craftsmanship,
Temple St. Clair wide-band ring, $29.99; target.com
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Temple St. Clair five charm bracelet, $39.99; target.com
inviting her to showcase her first collection in New York City. St. Clair’s collection then expanded to luxury retailers, soon encompassing a celebrity clientele. The new collection for Target, which has been given the slogan “modern heirloom jewelry at a price that’s precious” will feature 14k Gold Plate along with other costume materials. Prices range from $30 to $50, and the collection features contemporary and classic semi-precious gem necklaces, earrings, cuffs and rings. Rich golds, reds blues and greens come as inspiration from the Mediterranean. Youthful hearts are sprinkled on rings and dangled from necklaces. But don’t be fooled: the resin-like effect of the pieces almost (almost!) resemble gumdrops. Save your teeth and your money by snatching a few pieces before the collection sets sail.
Temple St. Clair heart drop earrings, $29.99; target.com
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Temple St. Clair three stone cuff, $39.99; target.com
FASHION
Student with Style
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rowing up in a small town, senior Caroline Forsyth broke past her middle school wardrobe (mostly comprised of Abercrombie and Aéropostale) by traveling through time in her grandmother’s closet. A little bit of lipstick and leather, and she transformed her style. Her mother, a former model, worked at the fashion market in her hometown. It’s no surprise that fashion is in her blood.
By Jacqueline Scott Forever 21 lace-and-sateen top, $24.80; forever21.com
GET HER LOOK! KS: Where did your interest in fashion stem from? CF: My mom and my grandmother have been my most
Photo by Kelly Bolick
consistent influences. My grandmother, Mimi, has been fashion-forward as long as I can remember. I used to play dress-up as a kid in her closet, and fortunately I grew up to be her size so I can actually go shopping in her closet. KS: Who is your style icon? CF: A little bit of Jackie O and Audrey Hepburn - that generation had it right. Everything is feminine and curve-hugging without showing too much skin. KS: How would you describe your personal style? CF: Eclectic, femme fatale, flattering and definitely on sale – that guides a lot of my choices. KS: Where do you like to shop? CF: It’s guided mostly by environment, so near Chapel Hill – Forever 21, H&M, Urban Outfitters and Anthropologie. Whenever I get the chance to travel, my favorites are Zara, Topshop and Mango. KS: What Fall trends are you looking forward to? CF: I love leather jackets, boots and lipstick. I’ve got my above-the-knee boots, an Amelia Earheart-inspired sherling jacket, circular scarves and dark plum lip stain.
Steven by Steve Madden platform ‘Dair’ pumps, $149; bloomingdales.com
KS: How did your study abroad in Sevilla, Spain influence your style?
Vivienne Westwood Red Label draped crepe pencil skirt, $580; available worldwide @ net-a-porter.com
CF: Everybody dressed up all the time. My senora
would dress up just to go across the street to the grocery store. I started dressing up more and though it’s a pain to walk to class in heels, it’s fun to have an occasion to wear your fancy clothes. In Spain the occasion was everyday. KS: How do you prepare for your next day? CF: It’s spontaneous. Whatever the weather is, whatever’s clean, whatever I’m feeling. I’m not always dressed to the T; whenever I feel like bumming it, I wear Vans with high socks and an American Apparel v-neck shirt. I’m no stranger to sneakers. KS: What are your signature pieces? CF: In the summer-time, I wear these “buffs” (bicep cuffs) all the time. They’re decorative bracelets that I accumulated and stretched over the bicep of my arm. In the fall, I love a good jacket and various rings to mix and match. Rings are timeless, and you inherit them.I’ve learned the hard way that I should just hold onto everything I have because it will come back into style at some point. k
Forever 21 bangles, $10.80 for a set of 15; forever21.com
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BEAUTY
Bright of Way By Meghan DeMaria
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ith the revival of eighties-inspired technicolored clothes and neon accessories, it was only a matter of time before the beauty industry jumped on the brightly-colored bandwagon as well. Runways from Chanel to Alice + Olivia featured vivid hues on nails, eyes and lips. However, it can be daunting to try these bold runway looks in our everyday lives. Though you may want to save bright makeup for night, when worn properly, it can work for class and the club. Here, we show you three ways you can do bright beautifully, day or night. k
PLACE:
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YOUR LIPS
Lively shades of red lipstick are instant attention-getters when paired with black mascara and flushed cheeks. This classic style is a no-fuss way to look polished and pulled together for class or work. For your after-hours adventures, mix it up and try a hot pink lipstain for long-wearing color. Don’t forget to flash a sexy smile!
Nail polish is a great way to experiment with bright, bold color. Apply two thin coats of color and one of shiny topcoat for maximum megawatt impact. Try a trendy neon or fuchsia polish this fall for a flash of color.
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China Glaze Nail Lacquer in Happy Go Lucky, $6.50; ULTA stores and ulta.com
YOUR NAILS
Revlon Colorburst lipstick in True Red; mass retailers and drugstores nationwide Illamasqua Nail Varnish in Collide, $14; sephora stores and sephora.com
PLACE:
Urba n each; Decay 24 /7 sepho ra sto glide-on e res an y d sep e pencil, $ hora.c 17 om
Make Up For Ever Aquarelle in #11 violet, $20; sephora stores and sephora.com
Eye-catching eyeliner will brighten your day (and everyone else’s). Intense pigments in small doses make for a fun, flirty look. Vibrant violet eyeliner enlivens dark eyes, while green or aqua brighten up light ones. Pair with two coats of mascara for day, then add shimmery shadow at night for added drama.
Revlon Just Bitten lipstain + balm in Passion, $8.99; drugstore.com
YOUR EYES
BEAUTY
Amp UpYour A.M. Routine By MaryAnn Barone
THE BEST BEAUTY BUYS TO GIVE YOU THAT EXTRA BOOST OF ENERGY IN THE MORNING — NO STARBUCKS REQUIRED
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e’ve all crammed for exams, written papers till 6 a.m. and partied until the wee hours — even though we know we’ll pay for it the next day. Not getting adequate sleep can leave you feeling drained and your skin looking dull. For those early mornings when sleeping in isn’t an option, try adding a citrus-scented product with lemon, orange or grapefruit to your morning routine. The fruity fragrance energizes, boosts happiness and lowers stress hormones. Get a whiff of one of these products for a quick burst of invigorating citrus scent. k
EXFOLIANT Apricot kernels and orange peel softly buff away dead skin, leaving you with a moisturized and toned complexion.
BODY WASH The orange blossom-scented lather in this body wash is infused with bamboo essence for some seriously soft skin. Nivea ‘Touch of Happiness’ moisturizing body wash, 16.9 fl. oz., $5.99; mass retailers and drugstores nationwide
Ava Anderson Non-Toxic exfoliator, 2.7 fl. oz., $21.95; avaandersonnontoxic.com
FRAGRANCE Spritz on this fragrance before class and smell it throughout the day as it seamlessly shifts from a sweet citrus to a soft, powdery scent. Hermès ‘Eau Claire des Merveilles’ Eau de Toilette, 3.3 fl.oz., $116; hermes.com and Hermès stores nationwide
BODY LOTION This luxurious lotion contains moisturizing honey and vitamin-packed orange wax to soothe dry skin instantly. Burt’s Bees ‘Thoroughly Therapeutic’ honey-and- orange wax body lotion, 8 fl. oz., $10; mass retailers and drugstores nationwide
MOISTURIZER This energizing moisturizer with SPF 15 contains light-reflecting particles to make your skin look luminous, even when you’re feeling lackluster. Clean & Clear ‘Morning Glow’ moisturizer, 4 fl. oz., $6.49; mass retailers and drugstores nationwide
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FASHION
Boutique chiffon dress, $250; topshop.com
Her Way to Forever 21 wide elastic belt, $6.80; forever21.com
Forever 21 satin headband, $1.80; forever21.com
Splendid cottonblend turtleneck, $50; available worldwide @ net-a-porter.com
Milly Fall 2010 Ready-to-Wear
MICHAEL Michael Kors patent leather ‘Pressley’ pumps, $97.95; nordstrom.com
Topshop lace ‘Rose’ tights, $24; topshop.com
Forever 21 embellished necklace, $13.80; forever21.com
Jonathan Aston seam tights, $18; topshop.com
Topshop chiffon shirt, $125; topshop.com
Phillip Lim Fall 2010 Ready-to-Wear
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Topshop beaded shorts, $125; topshop.com
Tory Burch ‘Geoff’ sandals, $325; shopbop.com
Your Way
STEAL RUNWAY STYLES AND SCORE THE DESIGNER LOOK FOR LESS Topshop knit cardigan, $100; topshop.com
Topshop tights, $16; topshop.com
Topshop knit ‘Epaulette’ dress, $85; topshop.com To $4 psho 4; t p op lea sh the op .co r skin m ny b
Topshop rose bib necklace, $35; topshop.com Forever 21 studded peep-toe clogs, $34.80; forever21.com
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Tibi Fall 2010 Ready-to-Wear
Topshop cotton-blend tights, $16; topshop.com
Topshop suede one shoulder dress, $310; topshop.com
Topshop hobo bag, $70; topshop.com
Forever 21 stone necklace, $4.80; forever21.com
Steven by Steve Madden platform ‘Grifin’ clogs, $170; shopbop.com
Nanette Lapore Fall 2010 Ready-to-Wear
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C I H C
How to make grunge look good Photographed by Alexandra Brawley
Models: Chandler Leik and Jessi Tremaynecover
This page: Kate Spade ‘Michaeline’ sweater ($195), Tibi ‘Madeline’ skirt ($265), and Butter ‘Savannah’ booties ($473); Monkees boutiques, (919) 967-6830. Bangles, $32; Uniquities boutiques, (919) 933- 4007 Opposite page: Ya top with feather detailing, $38; Fabrik, (919) 918-7880. BCBG Generation skirt, $89; Hadley Emerson, (919) 537-8264
Photo by Kelly Bolick
This page: Karana Grimaldi ‘Augustina’ top, $168; Gena Chandler Opposite page: Parker silk top with leather detail ($242) and J Brand cargo pants ($249); Gena Chadler, (919) 881-9480
This page: Tibi ‘Nile’ beaded shift dress, $363; Gena Chandler. Opposite page: BB Dakota leather jacket, $135; Fabrik. Aryn K sequin tank ($88) and William Rast ‘Sienna’ denim jeans ($155); Hadley Emerson
FASHION
T-shirt Tells THE PERFECT TEE FOR EVERY STYLE
By Rachel Allen
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Rebecca Taylor embellished jersey T-shirt, $225; available worldwide @ net-a-porter.com
ithout much warning, T-shirts have gone from the ugly ducklings of the fashion industry to its newest darlings. Dressed up or dressed down and sold in a million different colors and styles, there seem to be T-shirt options for every person and occasion imaginable and in fact there are. Read on to find out what your preferred tee says about your personality and to learn a few new ways to amp up your T-shirt style this fall. k
STRIPES
EMBELLISHED TEES
For the Classic Girl: If Jackie O and her modern-day doppelganger Katie Holmes are your goto style-setters, you are likely the traditional type who lives in crisp striped tees. Keep the look classic with slim black pants and ballet flats in the fall, or go edgier with beat-up boyfriend jeans and wedges.
For the Fashionista: For those among us who never shed their sparkle, embellished tees are the only choice. Just toss one of these tops on over super-slim pants or leggings and your highest heels – jewelry is superfluous when your T-shirt has this much shine.
Topshop crew neck T-shirt, $20; topshop.com MICHAEL Michael Kors jersey T-shirt, $70; available worldwide @ net-a-porter.com
GRAPHIC TEES Splendid asymmetric jersey T-shirt, $76; available worldwide @ net-a-porter.com
For the Artsy Girl: Girls with a creative streak should celebrate it with equally artistic T-shirts. Cropped options look fierce over solid colored harem or carrot pants while fuller coverage graphic tees are best with leggings (this season in fabrics like corduroy and velvet) and boots or flats, like a pair of indie-cool TOM’S.
CONCERT TEES
For the Rocker Girl: Hippie dippy Dead Heads and grungy Guns N’ Roses girls alike live in concert tees and share a bohemian streak that unites music lovers of all types. These beat-up concert tees are at their rocker coolest when worn with skinny jeans, bad girl boots and one of this season’s hippie-fierce fur vests. You’ll win much more street cred if your tee is actually at a favorite act’s live show, but band websites and Urban Outfitters also sell plenty of options.
SUPER SOFT, SLOUCHY SOLIDS
For the Comfort Queen: Fashion and comfort needn’t be mutually exclusive, as girls who sport super soft styles from labels like Kain and C&C California have discovered. The beauty of these slouchy-cool tees is that they can be worn with almost anything, be it this summer’s coolest cargo pants, or if you’re feeling daring, a leather skirt or leather pants. C&C California and Kain are both sold at Uniquities Chapel Hill. Also sold online at shopbop.com
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Forever 21 Aerosmith relaxed T-shirt, $17.80; similar styles available at forever21.com
Exercise Decor
FEATURES
WORKOUT ACCESSORIES THAT FIT YOUR BODY AND YOUR DORM By Annie Arntz
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ven though there are two gyms on campus, sometimes you are just too busy to get there as often as you would like. Well, we can show you how to move your full-body workout to the comfort of your dorm room. The key: choose equipment that can multitask! Here are some fitness accessories that not only get you in shape but also fit into your dorm room couture. k
RESISTANCE BAND Use your resistance band for bicep curls, lateral raises and triceps extensions as well as toning your quads and hamstrings. When you’re not stretching those muscles, tie each end of your band around your bedposts and use the band as a makeshift clothesline.
EXERCISE STEP The step offers a variety of leg exercises like calf raises, squats and lunges and can also work your triceps and abs. When you finish your workout, add some pillows and use your step as extra seating for movie night.
YOGA MAT Fitness by Cathe Step @ Home aerobic step with risers and instructional DVD, $39.99; dickssportinggoods.com
De-stress from a long week of school with a soothing yoga workout, then use your mat to stabilize your desk chair or rug.
Fitness Gear 10lb. resistance tubes, $15.99; dickssportinggoods.com Gai a $21 m Worl .99; d dick of Lov sspo e rtin yoga m ggo ods at, .com
FITNESS BALL Use a fitness ball in the comfort of your dorm to do sit-ups, crunches and push-ups. After your workout, use your fitness ball as a desk chair to work on your balance and to save storage space. Natural Fitness resistant exercise ball, $29.99; target.com
GoFit 7lb. kettlebell with instructional DVD, $24.99; target stores
KETTLEBELLS
Work on your upper body strength with oneand two-arm swings, catches, push-ups and presses. When you finish, use your kettlebells as bookends to hold up all your heavy textbooks.
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FEATURES
Carrboro Fashion Co-op
By Grace Joyal
LIKE A DIAMOND IN THE RUFF, CARRBORO’S UNTAPPED FASHION SCENE IS WHERE YOU WILL FIND ECLECTIC, ONE-OF-A-KIND PIECES
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itting under the trees at Weaver Street Market in Carrboro, it is easy to play an “I spy” game with yourself. Tattoos peek out from beneath cropped, straightlegged jeans. V-necked tees are tucked into simple, high-waisted skirts. Ballet flats rest on the earthen ground in a rainbow of colors. In Carrboro, the trends don’t define the fashion—people play by their own rules. “The men and women of Carrboro are generally setting trends, not following them,”
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Kara LaFleur, co-owner of Roulette Vintage, said. The fashion scene in town is as varied as its wearers. “People in Carrboro have a good eye. They know their style and they’re comfortable with it,” Sarah Diedrick, a UNC Chapel Hill student, said. Vintage clothing is a big part of street style. Sitting at the traffic light in front of Roulette, I always look for the latest pieces in the store’s window. LaFleur describes Carrboro fashion as creative, authentic and unique.
“Everyone looks cool in Carrboro. I’ve handed out coupons to people that look great.” The best part of vintage, she said, is that everyone can find something they love. “You’re recycling and getting something that’s different.” Across the street in Carr Mill Mall, you can find Fedora, a boutique. Richa Deedwania, the owner’s daughter and the store’s buyer, said. The Carrboro store is more casual than the other locations in Raleigh and Apex.
THE CARRBORO CONSCIENCE
Mi Scusi handmade tunic dress from Roulette Vintage Shop
In this former mill town, the allure year-round basics for chillier temperatures. She suggested is in the details. It jeans—mid-priced premium “People demand quality but don’t denim— worn with an Alternative want to pay a ton of money for it,” Apparel pima cotton wrap, available in a range of colors. She LaFleur said. said to top off the casual look with a Pashmina scarf, which Deedwania handpicks from India. After opening with a large stock of cocktail dresses to appeal to college For men, LaFleur suggests a students, Fedora slowly realized scholarly look. Collegiate cardigans the majority of its clientele was with rolled sleeves or sweater vests Carrboro locals. Deedwania and her mother selected items with a “Shoppers are looking for stuff are are in right now, she said. And new mindset. In Carrboro, people that’s timeless,” Deedwania said. of course, the western shirt is always a good option. are concerned with the origin of their clothing. At Roulette, LaFleur is excited about pairing vintage flared jeans “I love when everyone’s dressed Fedora carries a line that uses with bright, 80s tops this fall. up on Sundays just to go to brunch recycled fabrics. FairTribe She recommends wearing colored for fun,” LaFleur said. “I feel like jewelry, handmade in India, is heels or western boots to complete you can sit anywhere in Carrboro sold. Portions of sales benefit the the look. Also, a-line polyester and watch people walk by and be villages of the artisans when the dresses from the 60s are always intrigued [by them].” jewelry is originally bought by great because they are flattering Diedrick said she constantly retailers. Fedora also has jewelry on many body shapes. wonders where people of Carrboro made by local artisans. “As long as it’s fitted in the bust, shop. She can never really decide Carrboro is very community- it’s going to look good,” she said. whether something is inexpensive or high-end. oriented,” Deedwania said. “Everyone’s trying to help Ankle-length, sleeveless Hawaiian everyone else.” hostess dresses work for any Carrboro style is sure to create occasion. They have a high waist a visual surprise each time you cross the railroad tracks on a lazy Roulette sells locally handmade and a low back. afternoon. clothing as well as upcycledreworked- clothing, LaFleur said. At Fedora, Deedwania is into “The clothes are less structured. We see more wrap clothes, lightweight fabrics, earth tones— more natural fabrics,” she said. People like to wear clothing that they can put on and not have to worry about later, Diedrick said.
SEASONAL STYLE
LaFleur said she knows people in Carrboro aren’t concerned with what’s fashionable because for them, fashion is a day-today personal statement. It is an expression of who people are. “The cool thing about Carrboro is that people aren’t afraid to wear what makes them feel good.” k
Ruffled wool blazer from Fedora
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Rent the Runway RENT THE RUNWAY COMES TO CHAPEL HILL TO SHOWCASE RENTABLE DESIGNER DUDS AT A VERY FASHIONABLE PRICE By Stephanie Kelly
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hen I hear the words “trendy,” “glamorous” and “fashionable,” Chapel Hill, N.C., is definitely not the first place on the map that comes to mind. Aside from the minuscule size of the town, it’s also home to a massive state university. And okay, let’s be real: collegeaged females are not known for getting dressed up for class or for having cash to drop on big-ticket items. So what happens when a hugely successful online retailer of high-end designer frocks and jewelry comes to town to host a fashion show? Being the clothing addict that I am, I just had to find out. Rent the Runway, a web-based company that rents dresses and jewelry for all occasions at around one-tenth of retail value, was founded by two Harvard Business School students, Jenn Hyman and Jenny Fleiss. As the story goes, Hyman’s inspiration for the concept behind Rent the Runway came from observing her sister in a particularly stressful “closet full of clothes but nothing to wear moment.” She quickly came to recognize that her sister’s experience was not uncommon among young women in America. For Hyman, the best solution to this problem was to find a way to provide women with designer clothes without making a serious investment. Hence, Rent the Runway was born.
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RENT THE RUNWAY IS ABOUT CREATING AN ADDICTION FOR FASHION.
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Payton Kendsersky struts her stuff in a Tibi dress, $50 to rent; renttherunway.com
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In collaboration with their seven Rent the Runway campus representatives at UNC-Chapel Hill, Hyman and Fleiss put on a fashion show for the female population of the university that would draw in potential new customers and help to convey the unique qualities and goals of the company. “Rent the Runway is about creating an addiction for fashion,” Hyman said. “You put on your first Herve Leger dress, you realize how amazing you look, you get ten compliments, and then you want to go out and buy something from Herve Leger.”
Though UNC-CH is the first college campus on which a Rent the Runway fashion show has taken place, Hyman would like to expand to other schools such as Duke, University of Virginia, University of South Carolina, University of Tennessee, University of Texas-Austin, UCLA and George Washington. With the distinctly different needs of their 500,000 customers across the country in mind, Rent the Runway has developed a website which specifically caters to various climates, social events and regional trends. “We’re able to customize content on our website to a user based not only on her style preferences but based on her age,” Hyman said. “So we know that if you’re a junior at UNC, you might be going to tons of sorority parties. If you’re a 29-year-old living in New York City you’re probably going to weddings and benefits. So the types of dresses that we show you are different based on the types of events you might be attending.” The Rent the Runway team certainly succeeded in displaying the breadth of their inventory in the fashion show, which took place on August 31 at the Franklin Hotel. Members of sororities across campus volunteered to model the dresses for their peers, who seemed not only to enjoy seeing their friends on the catwalk, but also to appreciate what Rent the Runway had to offer. “We think it’s a really good idea,” Eloise Hamilton, a junior, said of herself and her friend Martha Williams. “It’s perfect for college girls on a college budget.” The show was divided into four sections based on event. The first was “Formal Wear,” which included three dresses by Nicole Miller and one show-stopping, gold floor-length gown by Badgley Mischka. Kate Haldorson, a sophomore, modeled the dress which retails for $850 but is yours to rent for $100. “If I had anything to wear it to, I’d probably steal it,” Halodrson said. The next section of the show featured three dresses deemed appropriate to wear to “Carolina” events such as football games and tailgates. The Carrie Dress by Halston Heritage, which has been worn by Sarah Jessica Parker as Carrie Bradshaw on Sex and the City, was featured and is available to rent for $75. The dress retails for $325. The “Cocktail Party” section of the show featured dresses by La Rok, Herve Leger, Mark and James by Badgley Mischka and Milly, among others. A particularly
stunning, dangerously short deep-purple Halston Heritage halter-top dress topped my list of favorites. The dress retails for $295 but rents for only $50. The show concluded with eight dresses suitable for “a Tuesday night at the bars.” Dresses by Rebecca Taylor, FCUK, Halston Heritage and Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent particularly impressed me; even if they seemed a bit too dressy for the intended occasion. “These dresses are not so much what you could wear to Bob’s on a weeknight,” Lindsey Stephens, a junior, whispered to me as dress after dress were paraded. “They’re all awesome though, aren’t they?” After all the dresses had been down the runway and closing remarks were given, the standing-room-only crowd migrated across the hall to a makeshift boutique of sorts with six racks of dresses and a table full of jewelry available to try on and rent. Gelato, fruit punch and cupcakes were provided for and enjoyed by all. “I felt like it went really well,” Hunter Laporte, a junior and one of the seven Rent the Runway campus representatives said. “We had a great turn out. I’m really excited.” Hyman and Fleiss spent the remainder of the evening flitting around the retail space, offering advice and encouragement to potential customers. “I have a few cardinal rules through Rent the Runway,” Hyman said. “First of all, you will never look cooler than when you wear Helmut Lang. You’ll never feel sexier than when you wear Yigal Azriel, and if you want to do a little bit of sexy plus sophistication which is my favorite New York look, you should try out a Preen dress or a Temperley London dress.” The girls who rented dresses that evening received a special discount. At the register, as on the website, they were asked to specify the dates on which they would like to receive and return their dresses. They were also informed that not one but two dresses in different sizes would be arriving in the mail, a measure taken by Rent the Runway to ensure that fit is never a problem. “I want women to feel fabulous for every single event in their life, be it a sorority party, a wedding, a date, a night out with the girls…and feel like you can walk out with confidence and just strut your stuff every single day,” Hyman said. “There’s no reason why you save looking good for four days a year. You should look good every day of the year.”
www.renttherunway.com/unc
Hervé Léger ‘Dark Night’ bandage dress, $150 to rent; renttherunway.com
Janis Savitt ‘A Little Nautical’ cuff, $65 to rent; renttherunway.com
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Chamak ‘Silver Glitz’ bangle set, $15 to rent; renttherunway.com
Rent designer jewelry, too! Danijo ‘Cecile Love’ earrings, $35 to rent; renttherunway.com
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Fight like a Girl &Win By Jessica Cruel
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ollege is all about late nights - late nights hanging with friends in the lounge, later nights studying for an exam, or the latest nights partying on Franklin Street. But after the mixing and mingling is over, the walk back to your dorm room can be the perfect opportunity for a predator to attack. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, one in five women will be physically violated while still in college. The Daily Tar Heel reports that during the first six weeks of school, students (especially freshmen) are more likely to face situations of sexual assault. Alcohol and ignorance are the two main allies of attackers. Avoid danger by using the old-fashioned buddy system. In honor of October Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Kaleidoscope highlights the services UNC-Chapel Hill offers that can keep female students safe during the late-night commute.
UNC SERVICES: SafeWalk An initiative started under former student body president J.J. Raynor, SafeWalk is a program that protects latenight walkers. Male and female biker pairs patrol campus hotspots ( i.e. the Undergraduate Library, the Union and Davis Library) and await students who need walking buddies. “We are concerned with the safety of walkers,” Christina Lynch, the director of SafeWalk, said. “We don’t want them to go to areas where they aren’t safe.” SafeWalk is funded by multiple student government committees, including the Parents Council and the Student Safety and Security Committee. The program employs about 30 students per semester. “Ninetysix percent of the money given to SafeWalk goes back to the student,” Lynch said. Visit www.safewalk.unc.edu or call 919.962.SAFE (919.962.7233) to request a SafeWalk. Hours of Operation: Sunday through Thursday, 11 p.m. to 3 a.m.
RAD – Rape Aggression Defense Miss Congeniality isn’t the only woman who can benefit from some martial arts skills. Here on campus, the Department of Public Safety provides a 12-hour self-defense course for students and staff alike. The class includes simulations led by nationally certified instructors. Visit www.dps.unc.edu/Police/crime prevention/classes/classes. cfm to sign up.
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RaveGuardian Carolina has made it easy for cell phone users to stay safe. RaveGuardian is a security initiative that is FREE to students through UNCMobile. At www.getrave.com you can create a profile that includes addresses and emergency contacts. If you’re walking home from Franklin Street during late-night, just call 888.728.4687 to set a timer. Once you arrive at your destination just call again to disable the service. DPS of UNC-CH can also track your location through your cell phone’s GPS system. What if you get snatched? RaveGaurdian will call back to check on you once the timer runs out. If you don’t answer the call of help, DPS will come to your aid. “You can tell them your route or what you are wearing to make it easier for DPS to find you if something goes wrong,” Lynch said. k Hours of Operation: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
CALL 888.728.4687
SELF DEFENSE TIPS AND TRICKS EVERY GIRL SHOULD KNOW: Step 1: Instead of a closed fist, keep your palm open and use the heel of your hand to strike upwards into the nose. Step 2: Once his hands are occupied with a bloody nose, use your knees to hit him where it hurts. Step 3: As he sinks to the ground, run to safety and call campus security or 911.
GO FOR THE EYES No pepper spray? No fear. Use the keys you have in your hand as a point of attack. Just place your car keys between your index and middle finger for an instant eye-gouger.
USE YOUR HEAD If he comes from behind, your head is your best weapon. Hitting him in the nose can give you the chance to scurry to safety or call authorities. Don’t try to punch an attacker. It will have the opposite effect - hurting you more than them.
SHOUT FIRE! Sometimes shouting help can scare off the helpers. If you shout fire instead more people are likely to come to your aid.
SIMPLE TOOLS YOU SHOULD UTILIZE: TRAVEL HAIRSPRAY
A travel-size can of hairspray can go a long way. It is a cheap alternative to mace but just as effective in temporarily blinding your attacker.
KEYS
Walking to your car afterhours can be eerie, but make most of your keys to avoid a potential threat. Target the eyes.
PHONE
When you are walking alone, use your phone to call a friend or act like you are engaged in conversation. If you are attacked, your phone can be a good tool to pass on identifying characteristics of your assailant to a friend.
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