Kaleidoscope™ Fashion Magazine Winter 2009 | Vol. 9, No. 2
Great Gift Ideas
Find the perfect gifts this holiday season
Resurgence of Grunge
Flashback to the 90s with these hot looks
Collegiate
Chic
Ultra-preppy fashion is oh-so campus cool
World Micro Market
Blend fashion and global awareness
What’s New with Gynecology? Everything you need to know about your health
Editor-in-Chief:: Marisa Staton
Deputy Editor:: Maria Ward
Public Relations Director:: Kelsie Murdock
Executive Editor:: Jessica Cruel
Fashion Editor::
Maria Ward | Elizabeth Graper
Design Director:: Mina Liu
Treasurer::
Kinsley Parsons
Photo Editer::
Matthew Koester
Web Editor::
Justina Chen
Webmaster:: Sarah Riazati
Assistant Editor::
The holiday season is upon us and Kaleidoscope is celebrating with another party at East End Martini Bar! Follow us on Twitter, @kscopemag, to keep up with the dates and details. If you missed our “Red Carpet Affair” soiree at East End, check out the All Access page for pictures from the bash and behind the scenes. As you may have noticed, Kaleidoscope has undergone some major changes over the past year and a half. We are now giving our readers more issues per year, more events and more ways to interact with our staff. Well, the best has yet to come! Kaleidoscope is revamping its Web site to give our readers even more of what they want. Check out our new columns, Q&A, exclusive articles and behind the scenes videos at www.unc.edu/kaleidoscope. In the spirit of change, next semester Maria Ward, our Deputy Editor, will be taking over as Editor-inChief. I have enjoyed my time serving Kaleidoscope and am happy to leave the magazine in such good hands. Maria has great plans for the magazine—you won’t want to miss out on what’s to come!
Editor
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Letter from the
Love,
Marisa Staton Editor-in-Chief
Ariel Lynn Butters
Assistant Public Relations Director:: Nicole Holmes
Design:
Danielle Cushing | Kaitlin Hall Kelsey Isenberg | Anne Krisulewicz Mina Liu | Sierra Piland |Sarah Riazati Christina Serrano |Elizabeth Trent
Fashion Assistants::
Samantha Brody | Caroline Early Elizabeth Graper | Aly Mackenzie | Kristina Walker | Katie Wood | Lilly Zhang
Writing::
Kelsie Allen Annie Arntz| MaryAnn Barone Ariel Lynn Butters | Justina Chen Jessica Cruel | Diana Holoman| Patricia Laya Mark Saab | Jacqueline Scott | Travis Styres Linda Zhang
Publicity:
Evanne Allen Kati Blaylock |Atembe Fonge | Lauren Hafezi Nicole Holmes | Katie Musgroves Kinsley Parson |Tricia Thompson
Photography::
Above: Kaleidoscope staffers at A Red Carpet Affair at East End Martini Bar.
Alexandra Brawley | Matthew Koester This publication funded at least in part by Student Fees which were appropriated and dispersed by the Student Government at UNC-Chapel Hill.
Contents winter 2009
LIFESTYLE
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page 04
OUR OBSESSIONS
Get the scoop on what the Kaleidoscope staff can’t live without
BEAUTY
page 12
SIX WAYS TO PRESENT PERFECT
page 11
page 10
GYM BAG BEAUTY
Don’t let beauty mishaps be your excuse for avoiding the gym this winter
Six essential steps to avoid the chaos and stress of the gift-giving season
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A SCENTS OF STYLE
GREAT GIFT IDEAS
The must-have perfumes of the season - and how to wear them
The perfect gift for any friend
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ALL ACCESS
FASHION
Kaleidoscope’s fall release party in case you missed it!
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FEATURES
RESURGANCE OF GRUNGE
The 90s are back - and better than ever
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WORLD MICRO-MARKET Be fashionable and globally aware
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WHAT’S NEW IN GYNECOLOGY? Things you might not have known about your body and your insurance
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TREND ALERT: CUTOUTS
Try a new look this winter with this daring yet sultry new trend
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THE LITTLE BLACK DRESS
New ways to wear the classic piece
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HER WAY TO YOUR WAY
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Straight from the runways to your closet without splurging on the designer brands
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COLLEGIATE CHIC
Spotted: the new prep school trend
Go to ww w.unc.edu to watch /kaleidos a behindcope the-scene s video of this month ’s photo s hoots!
ON THE COVER
PHOTOGRAPHY & PHOTO EDITING: Matthew Koester MODEL: Alexandra Cotter FASHION EDITORS: Maria Ward, Elizabeth Graper CONTRIBUTING FASHION ASSISTANTS: Samantha Brody, Caroline Early, Aly Mackenzie, Kristina Walker, Katie Wood page 12
Kaleidoscope is now accepting new applications! Email mlward@email.unc.edu for more information.
LIFESTYLE
Staff Picks
Our Obsessions Christian Dior DiorShow Iconic mascara, $27; Nordstrom.com
EVERYDAY MASCARA
“DiorShow Iconic is hands down the best mascara for everyday wear. For extra impact, layer it with the original DiorShow Mascara.”
VERSATILE HAIR SERUM
“I use this product before I blow dry and flat iron AND as a finishing product! I use the more concentrated formula for thick hair, but it also comes in a less concentrated pump and spray.”
Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer, $42; Sephora.com
OVER-THE-KNEE BOOTS
“They’re bold and daring and they look really cute paired with girlie dresses or over jeans. My favorites are the slightly slouchy suede ones.”
“I absolutely love headbands because they are such a versatile accessory. No matter if I’m having a bad hair day, or I’m trying to find a way to dress up my outfit, I always reach for my headbands for that perfect look!”
Winter 2009
Patricia Laya, writer
Kerastase Oleo Relax Serum, $28; sold at Caju Salon in Meadowmont Village, Chapel Hill and other select salons
HEADBANDS
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“It protects me from the sun because it’s SPF 20, yet it doesn’t have a thick sun block feeling. It’s extremely lightweight and it’s colored, so it’s the perfect ‘foundation’ when you don’t want to put real makeup on.”
Marisa Staton, editor-in-chief
Anne Krisulewicz, designer
Katie Musgroves, PR and publicit y
TINTED MOISTURIZER
Evanne Allen, PR and publicity
Steve Madden Grey suede “Blondee” over-the-knee boots, $99.95; Nordstrom.com Charlotte Russe Black suede over-the-knee boots, $39.99; CharlotteRusse.com Forever 21 assorted headbands, $3.80-$4.80; Forever21.com
FASHION
Trend Alert!
Cutouts
e been Flashes of skin are in. Cutouts hav carpet to red the from ter, heating up this win e up your style. the runway, as the new way to spic
Zucca Rencil Jersey t-shirt with cutout back, $117.50; lagarconne.com
Cutout back satin blazer, $135; TOPSHOP.com
Jeffrey Campbell Cutout patent leather Oxfords, $69.99; UrbanOutfitters.com
“Sarah” stretch dress, $178; FrenchConnection.com Shoes: Botique 9 by Nine West “Joely” Booties, $129.99; ninewest.com Dress: Leyendecker “Inuit” Dress, $320; shopbop.com
Beaded knit dress, $90; TOPSHOP.com
Model: Tiffany Buckley Photographer: Alexandra Brawley Fashion Editor: Maria Ward Hair and makeup: Kelsie Murdock
La Fresha Cutout suede platform heels, $63; YESSTYLE.com
Laser cutout leggings, $30; polyvore.com
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FASHION
The Little Black Dress
A wardrobe staple no matter what your style
Boho
Heritage 1981 by Forever 21 Plaid felt cloak, $44.90; Forever21.com
Chinese Laundry “Michelle” hobo bag, $60; endless.com
Miss Sixty “Jessie” booties, $189.95; Nordstrom.com Boutique by TOPSHOP Ruched waist dress, $80; TOPSHOP.com
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Fashion directors: Maria Ward, Elizabeth Graper | Fashion assistant: Katie Wood
Forever 21 Acid knit leggings, $13.80; Forever21.com
Forever 21 Patent leather animal skin clutch, $14.80; Forever21.com
TOPSHOP “Rizzle” studded sling backs, $125; TOPSHOP.com
Forever 21 Faux leather jacket, $32.80; Forever21.com
fred flare Silver studded bracelet set, $2.99; fredflare.com
Edgy
Classic Forever 21 Leatherette bow cloche, $12.80; Forever21.com
Girl PROPS “Channeling Chanel” sunglasses, $9.99; GirlPROPS.com
Glam
Forever 21 Sequin lapel blazer, $29.80; Forever21.com
Charlotte Russe Metallic clutch, $12.99; CharlotteRusse.com
Forever 21 Doublebreasted plaid coat, $42.80; Forever21.com
fred flare Suede ballet flat, $24; fredflare.com
Forever 21 Rhinestone studs, $5.80; Forever21.com Franco Sart “Tokyo” strappy sandals, $99.95; Nordstrom.com 2009 Winter
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HER Way to Y Forever 21 Sequin petal cutout tank, $15.80; Forever21.com
Free People “Downtown” ruffle mini skirt $48; FreePeople.com
Forever 21 Faux Fur Coat, $29.80; Forever21.com
NEWPORT NEWS Sheer lace gloves, $15; NEWPORTNEWS.com
ALDO “Fogler” patent leather pump, $125; AldoShoes.com
Phillip Lim
Cole Haan Ribbed tights, $33; BLUEFLY.com Banana Republic Chain link necklace, $50; BananaRepublic.com
ARDEN B. Sequin tunic, $78; ARDENB.com BCBGirls “Dana” peep-toe booties, $71.47; endless.com
Phillip Lim
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TOPSHOP Faux fur jacket, $170; TOPSHOP.com TOPSHOP Scoop stud leather gloves, $36; TOPSHOP.com
YOUR Way
Steal runway styles and score the designer look for less
Lab Lus el t J Brand Acid wash skinny jeans, $180; NET-A-PORTER.com
TOPSHOP Slouchy boyfriend blazer, $125; TOPSHOP.com
Bird by Juicy Couture Cashmere Crochet Scarf, $160; NET-A-PORTER.com
American Eagle Outfitters Plaid shirt, $39.50; AE.com
ALDO “Hondel” platform heels, $90; ALDOShoes.com
Charlotte Ronson
TOPSHOP Lace bandeau playsuit, $110; TOPSHOP.com
eryn brinie Double breasted velvet blazer, $140; SSENSE.com
Falke Knee high socks, $29; figleaves.com
Forever 21 Shiny dot trim fedora, $12.80; Forever21.com
ALDO “Mickolick” cutout booties, $90; ALDOShoes.com
Jill Stuart
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BEAUTY
GymBagBeauty By Mary Ann Barone
FRESH FACED 1.
Don’t have time to wash your face? Grab a water-free cleansing cloth to quickly wipe away oil and sweat. Try products with salicylic acid, which can help prevent breakouts after a sweaty workout. Rub the cloth over your face and neck, concentrating on the area along your forehead—sweat can trickle from your scalp to your face, bringing with it extra oil and sweat. One to try is Skyn Iceland Glacial Cleansing Cloths, $15 for 30 single-use cloths. These cloths contain white willow bark, a natural form of salicylic acid.
SMEAR & GO 1.
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Lip balm post-workout is a must for moisturizing chapped lips, especially in cold weather. Want to shield your lips from the harsh winter elements and show school spirit? Try Twist & Pout UNC Lip Clip, $18.50 for a pack of two, amazon.com. The creamy SPF 20 balm attaches to a gym bag for easy access when you’re running to class.
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PUCKER UP
An on-the-go makeup kit is a gym bag essential. Swipe on some eyeshadow, mascara and lip gloss, and you are ready for class in minutes. You can skip blush— your cheeks will still have a healthy flush from your workout. Try Too Faced Glamour To Go III, $19.50, Sephora. This handy onthe-go kit is no larger than a deck of cards, but it packs a mirror, eight eyeshadows, four lip glosses and a blush.
A full beauty routine can be hard to squeeze in after hitting the gym for a sweat session between classes. Follow our guide for a quick post-workout routine that is as simple as 1, ,
BEAUTY
Scents of Style
By Jacqueline Scott
S
o , you’ve filled your closet with metallic bags and brightly colored heels; but now it’s time to choose the perfect scent to match your new style. Designer Michaels Kors once said, “Fragrance is the ultimate accessory because it is so personal.” Therefore, a wardrobe of scents is necessary to finish every look. When trying out a new scent, there are some strict shopping guidelines to adhere to:
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Arrive to the fragrance counters bare of any scent or scented lotions. With other conflicting smells present, it can be hard to get a clear read on the fragrance.
Ask a scent-sales specialist to direct you toward fragrance options that best suit you, based upon your lifestyle and preferences.
Perform a trial run. Shop around for an hour or so while wearing that fragrance so you can get a feel for how your skin will absorb the scent. Keep in mind that the scent will change once it’s on your skin. Per fumes do smell different on different people because of skin types and area of application. Spraying the scent on your hair, nails, or neck may illicit a different scent.
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Don’t be rushed or fall victim to sales specialists that are all too eager to make a sale. Take your time to walk in the scent and to decide if you really do like it. If you’re not sold, maybe pay another visit to the per fume counter on a separate occasion to see if your tastes have changed.
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Don’t overload your senses with more than three fragrances at a time. Your nose can become fatigued and smell scents differently or not at all.
Spray the scent on your wrists and neck, or behind the knees so the scent will rise. Also, consider using corresponding fragrance body creams or powders that contain a spritz of the perfume.
Extra tips for wearing your sense of smell •It’s easy to have different scents for special moods and events but also remember to look at your everyday lifestyle and engagements.
Keep an eye out for these scents this fall and winter:
Lola by Marc Jacobs A fruity floral with hints of pink peppercorn, pear, ruby red grapefruit, rose, fuschia peony, geranium, vanilla, warm tonka bean and creamy musk.
Parisienne by Yves Saint Laurent Hints of bergamont, jasmine, Damascus plum, amaranth wood, mandarin, champaca flowers, ivy, African orchid, rose, violet and blackberry musk.
J’adore by Dior Hints of otto rose, violet, peony, cranberry, blackberry, musk and sandalwood.
Tip
: If planning a romantic evening, opt for a richer, sexier fragrance.
•When pairing perfume and pearls, be aware that some pearls may become discolored because of the fragrance. In addition, perfumes may cause clothing colors and dyes to bleed.
Tip
: Try lightly spraying the perfume on the clothing, otherwise a direct spray could cause discoloration.
Moschino Glamour Hints of tangerine blossom, hibiscus, cattleya orchid, the lotus flower, musk, cedar and amber.
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LIFESTYLE
Six Ways to Present Perfect By Patricia Laya When it comes to buying Christmas presents for good friends, the pressure is on. Personally, I begin my search almost a month ahead of time. After holding on to their every comment for even the smallest hints of what they may want or need, I somehow still end up scrambling for the perfect gift the week before. That is, until I realized that holiday shopping should not be stressful. Here are six ways to avoid a Christmas shopping catastrophe:
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Don’t make mental notes, write it down: when your friend mentions she desperately needs a new pair of leather gloves, nod in agreement and secretly type it into your cell phone. You will love yourself for it when you are scavenging the web at the last minute.
Set a price range: If you’re short on cash your friend probably knows it. But she will appreciate your good intentions. LESS money just means MORE chance to be creative.
Picky friends? Stay away from clothes. Neutral colors, shapes and materials are your safest best, yet can still be chic choices.
Don’t take the safe way out: Say NO to gift cards. You don’t want to mess up, but you also want to let your friend know you actually made an effort.
Make it personal: They’re your friends for a reason, so why not give them something that has meaning for both of you or that reminds you of a special moment. Plus, it’s something she can’t get from anyone else.
Tuck the gift receipt inside the gift bag: Although we might be close friends; it’s not like we’re mind readers!
LIFESTYLE
for THE FASHIONISTA
for THE GIRL WHO’S GOING GREEN
For your fashion forward friend, go for something fun and flirty like this feather headband from Urban Outfitters, $24.
For the aspiring environmentalist, choose a gift that gives back to Mother Nature. Pangea Organics bar soap, $8, comes in a plantable box. That’s right, the packaging of this gift is embedded with seeds! Soak for one minute then plant in about 1” of soil and in a few weeks your friend will have her own flowering Amaranth!
great
GIFTS
for THE GIRL WHO HAS IT ALL
The girl who has everything definitely will not have a bubble wrap calendar! Postersized bubble wrap 2010 calendar, $20.10; www.bubblecalendar.com.
Check out our list to find the perfect gift for all of your best friends this holiday season. Love these ideas? Add them to your list, too! by Marisa Staton
for THE GIRLY GIRL
for THE PARTY GIRL A glitzy scarf will keep any social butterfly warm on a night out on the town. Skinny sequin scarf, $19.50, American Eagle.
A solid perfume cocktail ring is glamorous and girly! Very Hollywood Solid Perfume Cocktail Ring by Michael Kors, $40 at Sephora.
for THE JETSETTER
For your globe-trotting gal pal a passport cover is a must have. Choose one in a bright color, like these leather ones from Saks Fifth Avenue, $45.
for THE BOOKWORM Big enough to fit a textbook or her favorite novel, stylish enough to fit in, a mini cross-body bag is the perfect accessory for any college woman. Shirred Flap Mini, $55, Fossil.
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Collegiate Chic
Get an “A� in fashion and dress the part this semester with pleated skirts, cable-knit sweaters and lots of pearls. This ultra preppy look will be sure to send you to the head of the class. 14
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“Channel Blair Waldorf and sophisticate your style with a houndstooth skirt and a classic cardigan. Give this schoolgirl style some edge with opaque tights and suede booties.�
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“Sweeten your school day style by pairing plaid with patterned tights and a cozy sweater dress.� 16
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Fashion Editors: Maria Ward, Elizabeth Graper | Fashion Assistants: Samantha Brody, Caroline Early, Aly Mackenzie, Katie Wood, Kristina Walker | Hair and Makeup: Kelsie Murdock | Photography and Photo Edits: Matthew Koester | Models: Maddie Gregg, Alexandra Cotter, Thomas Kenna
“Wear your white button-down shirt with sleek riding boots and a varsity sweater for an all American look that’s very campus chic.”
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“Put a twist on classic and try mixing patterns and prints in the same color palette.�
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Our Preppy Picks Forever 21 Accordion pleated miniskirt, $13.80; Forever21.com
American Eagle Outfitters Flocked dot shirt, $39.50; AE.com
fred flare Wool plaid skirt, $44.99; fredflare.com
Forever 21 “Geraldine” woven jacket, $32.80; Forever21.com
TOPSHOP Tweed cross body bag, $55; TOPSHOP.com
J. Crew “Spencer” patent-trimmed suede Mary Janes, $215; JCrew.com J. Crew “Tuxedo” headband, $18.50; JCrew.com
fred flare Risky Business eyeglasses, $11; fredflare.com
Forever 21 Cropped knit blazer, $24.80; Forever21.com
Fashion Editor: Maria Ward
American Eagle Outfitters “Downtown” cable scarf, $29.50; AE.com
American Eagle Outfitters Argyle knee sock, $8.50; AE.com American Eagle Outfitters Plaid bowler bag, $59.50; AE.com Old Navy Wool-blend swing coat, $34.75; OldNavy.com American Eagle Outfitters Rugby stripe cardigan, $44.50; AE.com
fred flare ”Paddington” ballet flats, $28; fredflare.com
FEATURES
‘90s THE
are
BACK
grunge THE RESURGENCE OF
by Linda Zhang
T
he 90s are back. Most people think back to the nineties in horror: Backstreet Boys, bandanas, bellbottom jeans, fanny packs, platform shoes, cargo pants and logo tees. However, I am here to tell you that there are still lessons to be learned from the era of so-called “anti-fashion”. The people were calm, the times were good, and the style was a little messy and a lot laid-back. This season, multiple runway shows have cited the nineties as a source of inspiration. Balmain, Alexander Wang, Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton… But what about the nineties makes it so interesting that designers find themselves pulling from the decade season after season? Personally, I think it might be the fact that the nineties fail to fit into a neat little box.
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There is the grunge, the sportswear, the retro, the minimalism, the sex and of course the glamour. An era of such diverse trends forces the fashion industry to look again and wonder, what the hell were people thinking? Then draw from it, update it, package it, and resell it. Though Louis Vuitton fanny packs look cool stomping down the runway, they are hardly logical choices for daily wear. But high fashion’s interpretation of the nineties can be taken as a source of inspiration for the average university student. The grunge look is especially easy to pull off on a college budget. There is a certain effortlessness involved in dressing grunge. Noted model-turneddesigner Erin Wasson was recorded telling people her biggest style inspirations are the 90s and “homeless people”. Her statement,
“The people were calm, the times were good, and the style was a little messy and a lot of laid back”
though controversial, alludes to the basis of the grunge trend – bumming it. There are many parallels that can be drawn between grunge style and the homeless. The homeless layer their clothing in an effort to stay warm. They wear beanies and flannels because they are cheap and wear well. Overall, the homeless are an eclectic, varying group of people that must choose clothing that can cope with the extremities of any environment. Similarly, the grunge style is defined by a generally unkempt look, multiple layers, flannel shirts, and vintage or thrift finds. The look can be achieved easily and is probably the cheapest of the nineties trends. Reasons for the return of grunge are unclear, but it may have something to do with the recession that we are struggling to overcome. An awareness of the financial pickle we’re in has caused our collective unconscious to tell us to stop being flashy and to show some modesty. I mean, people are unemployed for crying out loud! Whether the emergence of grunge has been spurred by the economy or simply the recycling of a 10-year old trend, an injection of grunge in your wardrobe can add a refreshing edge.
combat GRUNGE
“There is a certain effortlessness in dressing grunge.”
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flannel GRUNGE
sequins GRUNGE
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FEATURES
World Micro Market By Ariel Lynn Butters
WHO THEY ARE
UNC’s World Micro Market, an initiative by Campus Y. A weekly forum comprised of devoted students, WMM defines themselves as seeking “to economically empower individuals around the world and to develop awareness about international issues.” By hosting “micro markets” on campus, WMM raises students’ knowledge of global poverty and what they can do to help.
WHAT THEY DO
E-mail uncworldmicromarket@gmail.com or visit http://campus-y.unc.edu to get involved!
Bring fairly traded goods to UNC. Through importing products from NGOs and impoverished people all over the world, WMM supports self-sustainability and cultivates more supporters of free trade. “Only through increased exposure to some of the conditions around the world,” says Ricky Hurtado, a co-chair of WMM, “will people be inspired to act for the betterment of these people’s lives.”
WHY THEY MATTER
World poverty is becoming an increasingly destructive and overlooked issue. According to UNICEF, 25,000 children die every day due to poverty. Because they die in tiny villages not seen by the global public, these children die invisibly and an overall lack of awareness encourages billions more children to follow in their footsteps.
HOW TO HELP
WMM’s on campus markets make it easy for you to blend fashion and global awareness by featuring beautiful, handmade products from around the world. “The international goods we sell are pretty fashionable,” says Hurtado, “as our most popular items always seem to be the jewelry, scarves and earrings we purchase from countries in Latin America and Africa. The type of work these artisans put into each individual item is reflected in the beauty of each of our pieces.” Pick up a unique and stunning accessory at the next World Micro Market in the Pit. 2009 Winter
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Gynecology? [what’s new in]
By Annie Arntz
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ecently there have been many changes to the dos and don’ts of gynecology. From period-free, long-lasting birth control to new examination rules, here is what you need to know to stay healthy this winter!
[Contraception] New forms of contraception available at UNC-Chapel Hill, like Mirena and Implanon, are making it even easier to stay safe without remembering to take a pill every day. Intra Uterine Devices
(IUDs) are T-shaped contraceptives placed in the uterus that continuously release small amounts of hormones. Brands such as Mirena don’t have to be changed for up to 5 years, and significantly reduce the menstrual cycle. After the third month of taking Mirena, you may see up to a 75% reduction in your period, and by the end of the first year, 1 out of
21 = The new recommended age for young women to get their first gynecological exam. 5 women have no more periods at all! But don’t worry the only reason your period may stop is because Mirena thickens the lining of the uterus, letting less blood through. It doesn’t mean you aren’t having a period, it just means you aren’t seeing the normal results. Implanon, is a new contraceptive rod that is placed in the arm. It prevents ovulation, so no pills or other forms of birth control are needed. It can last for up to 3 years. Implanon providers say that women can expect to have irregular periods throughout their use of this type of birth control. Both Mirena and Implanon are covered by UNC Student Blue insurance, and no pap smear is required to get a prescription. Another form of birth control, Plan B, also referred to as the “morningafter pill” is now available over the
counter. At Campus Health Services it is now available in a single tablet. Campus Health Services’ nurses addressed the recent fears of Yaz, Yasmin, and Ocella that are often caused by television ads. The ads suggest that there is an increased risk of blood clot, heart attack or stroke when using these oral contraceptives. Nurses stressed that every birth control has these risks, but said that smokers are more susceptible. Birth control congeals the blood, and this, combined with constricted blood vessels because of smoking, raises the risk connected with these contraceptives.
[Gynecology exams] According to the American Cancer Society (ACS) and the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), the new recommended age for young women to get their first gynecological exam is now 21 or 3 years after the beginning of sexual activity. A Campus Health Services women’s health nurse explained that it was moved up from 18 because many pap smears were coming back abnormal. Fearing HPV, many doctors took extreme measures, only to find out later that the cervical cells just hadn’t matured yet. Doctors still recommend getting into the habit early, and since the typical age has been 18 for so long, many parents are still getting their daughters to start young.
[Breast Self-Exams] Breastcancer.org did a survey of 3,000 women between 8 and 18 and found that 31% of the poll participants mistook normal breast developments as a symptom of cancer, even though they knew breast cancer in young women is very rare. In correlation, some medical practices are now recommending
How to Give a Breast Self-Exam: 1. 2. 3. 4.
Lie down on your back and put your right arm behind your head. Use the finger pads of your three middle fingers on your left hand to feel for lumps in your right breast by using an overlapping, circular pattern. Alternate among light, medium and firm pressure. Move up and down in a straight line from your underarm to your sternum and then from your collar bone to your ribs.
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31% of women thought normal breast developments were signs of cancer, yet 70% of breast cancer cases are found through self-examination.
Repeat on your left breast.
that young patients stop doing self-examinations because it has led to false positives and caused fear. However, the National Breast Cancer Foundation still recommends selfexams because nearly 70% of breast cancer is found through self-examination. So if you do self-exams don’t worry if you find something abnormal, the safe option is to go to your doctor and get it checked out.
Most Popular Birth Controls and their Effectiveness Birth Control
Type
Seasonique
Pill
Mirena
Uterine
Up to 5 years
Plan B
Emergency
n/a
Loestrin 24 Fe
Pill
Yaz
[Tell your boyfriend] Efforts are being made to create a male birth control pill. The pill is showing promise, and researchers hope the pill will be on the market soon. Similar to birth control pills for women, this pill would be designed to lower a man’s sperm count using synthetic hormones. There are also pregnancy vaccinations in the works for men and women that prevent sperm and egg production. Not to worry, none of these contraceptives will be permanent, but they do have similar side effects to other contraceptives. Not only is birth control in the works for men, but HPV shots are too! In October, the FDA approved the use of Gardasil for the prevention of genital warts in males ages 9 through 26, and found that it is 90% effective. Since Gardasil is meant to decrease the risk of HPV-related cancer, it is expected to serve this purpose for men as well. Both men and women can get the vaccine at Campus Health Services, and the shot is covered by the Student Blue insurance plan. If you have any questions, contact the women’s health department at Campus Health Services at (919) 966-3650.
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[From the American Cancer Society]
Implanon NuvaRing
Implant Uterine
Depo-‐Provera
injection
Lunelle
Injection
Seasonale
Pill
Pill
Length of Use 84 active 7 inactive 21 active 7 inactive
99%
Up to 3 years 21 days in 7 days out 84 active 7 inactive
Effectiveness
99% 99% 99%
Depends on time frame 98% 99%
3 months
97-‐99.7%
28 days
99%
84 active 7 inactive
99%
[Source: WebMD, Contraceptive Web Sites]
Circulatory Disease Mortality Rates per 100,000 Women [By age, smoking status and oral contraceptive use]
Age 15-24 25-‐34 35-‐44 44+
Birth control Users [Non-smokers] 0 4.4 21.5 52.4
Birth Control Users [Smokers] 10.5 14.2 63.4 206.7
Controls [Non-smokers] 0 2.7 6.4 11.4
Controls [Smokers] 0 4.2 15.2 27.9
[Source: RxList, adapted from P.M. Layde and V. Beral] 2009 Winter
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Kaleidoscope model Emily Anderson gets the finishing touches before the release party at East End Martini Bar. Fashion Editor Elizabeth Graper does Anderson’s hair.
Party goers got the first look at Kaleidoscope’s fall issue, and they look pretty impressed!
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Kaleidoscope staff celebrates the release of the fall 2009 issue at the annual release party themed “A Red Carpet Affair”. From left: Kaleidoscope model Thomas Kenna, Fashion Assistant Samantha Brody, Deputy Editor and CoFashion Editor Maria Ward and Co-Fashion Editor Elizabeth Graper.
Fashion Assistants Lilly Zhang and Kristina Walker smile for the camera.
Behind the scenes and on the red carpet, the night was full of glamour and glitz in Old-Hollywood attire
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Kaleidoscope model Tiffany Buckley strikes a pose in front of Eat End’s red carpet back drop.
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he Kaleidoscope staff hit the ground running with this year’s fall issue. After all that hard work, everyone was ready to celebrate and have some fun at the annual release party, which took place on October 14 at East End Martini Bar. Themed “A Red Carpet Affair,” Kaleidoscope readers and staff members came dressed to the nines, sipped on half-off martinis and flipped through our fall issue before it hit stands. If you didn’t make it, here’s what you missed…
Photographer Matthew Koester shoots Charlotte Ekberg for Kaleidoscope’s fall 2009 issue. Charlotte was styled by the Kaleidoscope fashion team for the fall fashion spread, ” Stylist’s Choice.”
The models hang out before distributing this year’s first issues to the crowd at East End. From left: Madeline Gregg, Tiffany Buckley, Thomas Kenna and Emily Anderson.
Makeup artist Tan Tran sweeps blush on the cheeks of Kaleidoscope model Hannah Fleishman before she is dressed in her red-carpet-worthy outfit. 2009 Winter
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