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EDITORIAL Editors–in–Chief

COURTNEY COTTERILL and ODRA V. DORANTE Bookings Director ODRA V. DORANTE Bookings Assitant KELSEY KING

CREATIVE Creative Director COURTNEY COTTERILL Head Stylists COURTNEY COTTERILL and ODRA V. DORANTE Creative Assistants ANA GOMEZ, ODRA V. DORANTE, SIERRA OLIVE Graphic Designers SIERRA OLIVE, MIGUEL I. DORANTE Makeup Artists COURTNEY COTTERILL, JENNA WOJTISEK, KARLA HERNANDEZ

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WRITING Head Editorial Writer COURTNEY COTTERILL Staff Writers ALLY KUHN, COURTNEY YOUNG, GENEVA RODRIGUEZ, JULIA TRAINA KATHRYN JEFFRIES, KELSEY KING, ODRA V. DORANTE AND SAMANTHA HANDLEY

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Health & Beauty LAVENDER HONEY PANTONE SWATCHES FALL MAKEUP RELEASES PSYCHOLOGY OF SELF LOVE

Fashion 8 CHIC AND THE CITY 34 SPIN 48 MY FAIR LADY 68 ATHLETIC AESTHETIC 90 CHOP 108 NYFW FALL 17 TRENDS 110 GOOD VIBES ONLY 128 FALLING INTO WINTER

Food & Culture 44 KIANA GOVIND 64 CATALINA CAFE 124 BARRY JENKINS 140 TONY TESTA

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SWATCH /letter from the editors

“Strip away everything except the core concept to reveal something that is powerful, elegant, memorable, and above all, simple.”

As Florida natives, our idea of seasons is purely an abstract concept but luckily as residents of Tallahassee, we are fortunate enough to experience the gradual change in color of the leaves. The days seem to become shorter with the arrival of the winter skies, mid-afternoon and right before we know it, we are left with bare trees, leaves on the ground, and twilight skies. Just like leaves, we as humans are ever-changing but the one thing that stays constant is the raw beauty of our nature.

This issue of Swatch, is dedicated to the S H I B U I aesthetic. With desire to go back to the basics, this Japanese word is not only considered to be a type of aesthetic in the artistic sphere but also carries the meaning of “old school cool.” As editors, we decided to take a spin-off of that and incorporate it into the world of fashion and creative production. The shibui aesthetic encompasses all that is raw and minimalistic; raw beauty speaking for itself.

When we came across this word, it immediately spoke to us. We wanted to create a design that evoked emotion without much being written. Sometimes magazines can become too noisy with displays of heavy content and busy designs which can just distract the reader from the main concept. Our vision is to maintain a minimalistic aesthetic yet expose the raw beauty of everydayness.

As new editors, we were nervous to embark on this journey without knowing what the end product would look like, solely working on putting our vision onto paper bit by bit. We found our way through the journey and loved every piece of the creative process.

Although challenging and stressful at times, the end product is what makes it all worth it.

Thank you to all of our staff; graphic designers, writers, and photographers. Without you, none of this would have been possible. We had a pleasure working with you on the thirteenth issue of SWATCH Magazine. See you in the next issue!

Yours truly, C&O

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Courtney Cotterill Editor-in-Chief

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Kathryn Jeffries

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Relieves stress and anxiety

Known for its heavenly scent, lavender is key for relaxing the mind and spirit. Traditionally, lavender has been used in perfumes to pretty the neck, though today, lavender is finding a use in various forms including aromatherapy, lotions, and even cocktails (gasp!).

While most of us can take a quick whiff of lavender and feel our troubles float away, there are many secret ways in which the use of this purple flowering plant can be beneficial to your body and health.

Fun fact: the Latin name of lavender is Lavare. It means “to wash”, due to its distinctive pleasant aroma, which explains why lavender oil has been used for centuries in baths, soaps, and lotions. Lavender does wonders to detoxify the skin due to its powerful antioxidants, and may also be used for treating tired muscles, especially those of the head and the feet. It also tones and makes your skin firm as it boosts circulation, resulting in an adequate supply of oxygen and nutrition to the skin cells, leaving your skin with a healthy glow.

Oatmeal Lavender Bath Soak • 4 cups plain old fashioned oats

• 3 tablespoons dried lavender buds (look for “culinary” lavender) • 1 cup baking soda

Combine all ingredients in a food processor and grind until very f ine and almost powdery for approx. 3 mins. Pour the powder into a sealable jar or bag and store in a cool and dry area. To use, add 1 cup of the oatmeal soak to warm bath water and stir to distribute. Soak your body or the affected area in the water for 15 to 30 minutes.

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If you’re having trouble sleeping, try making your own sleep spray by combining 5-6 drops of lavender essential oil with ½ cup water, or placing a lavender plant in the corner of your room. Studies have shown that lavender is beneficial for those suffering from insomnia and exhaustion, as it soothes the nervous system and induces sleep and relaxation. The herb is also effective in curing anxiety and depression, and can relieve headaches. If you’re feeling a migraine coming on, try massaging your temples, neck, and forehead with lavender oil to relieve neck and head tension.

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+ honey Soothes skin and prevents aging

Listen up, because it’s time to sweeten your beauty routine with a little honey! That’s right. Honey. It’s no longer just for your tea, but for your skin. The antibacterial properties and skin-saving antioxidants in honey have not only been proven to give your skin a boost and help regain your glow, but helps fight against acne, aging, and pesky pores.

Honey’s powerful antioxidants help slow down aging too, so try incorporating the recipe below into your daily or weekly routine to enhance your youthful complexion!

Now, while there’s plenty of DIY honey mixtures to experiment with, it’s pure raw honey that works magic on your skin. Applying raw honey to your face as if applying a mask will help unclog pores and deliver moisture to dry skin. Also, try swapping your spot treatment for honey to zap those zits. Swirl a light dab of honey on blemishes before bed and you’ll wake up to less-stressed skin.

Ditch the makeup remover wipes, ladies. Honey is great for dissolving makeup, although be cautious to keep it away from the eyes. Mix honey and coconut oil, and massage over your face to loosen heavy foundation and powder and moisturize your skin at the same time. Not to mention, your clean face will be left smelling naturally sweet!

Honey & Lavender Face Mask • 2 tbsp. raw organic unfiltered honey • 1 tsp. fresh lemon juice

• ¼ tsp. fresh or dried organic lavender

Lightly mix all ingredients in a small bowl and set aside. Wash your face with pure water and pat dry, leaving it slightly damp. Spread the honey mask evenly on the face and neck, avoiding your eyes. Leave on for 5-10 minutes, then rinse completely.

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FALL MAKEUP

MUST HAVES...

Samantha Handley

nge, a h c s Season s makeup doe but so Each season of the year we are bombarded with new releases in makeup, and to be honest, it’s pretty hard to keep up.

With hundreds of new products on the market every few months, how are we supposed to know what’s worth the buy or not? Luckily, I’ve been doing my research this fall and I’ve come up with a few items I think are fitting for not only this season, but for any time of the year.

Most of these items embody the fall vibes and warm tones we’re looking for, nonetheless, they’re versatile products that can move seamlessly into the oncoming seasons with us.

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Violet Voss: Taupe Notch Pa lette

While this palette doesn’t necessarily have all the typical plumbs and reds we associate with fall, the Violet Voss Taupe Notch palette is an unconventional and original set to create fall looks with. The eyeshadows consist of more cool toned than warm toned shades and include a variety of browns and grays for transitional colors.

The shimmers in the set are absolutely beautiful and the color pay off makes the palette worth the money. This palette retails for $45 on the Violet Voss and Sephora websites and is definitely worth the investment.

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Colourpop: “You Had Me At Hello” Palette

I know, another eyeshadow palette… but trust me, this one is your perfect fall and winter goto palette. This Colourpop set includes a balanced variety of mattes to shimmers, and the colors are extremely cohesive. There are nudes, browns, and plumbs for the matte shades, and complimentary champagne and pink shimmers to accompany. Not only is this palette a new release, but the brand Colourpop in general is a new release this fall—in Sephora! Sephora is now carrying Colourpop products in select stores and on their website, making it one of its’ cheapest brands sold. This palette consisting of 12 shades retails for $18 on the Sephora and Colourpop websites, so grab it while you can!

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L’Oreal Paris: X Balmain Paris lipstick

Another new release this fall that could potentially become a new staple in your collection are the L’oreal Paris X Balmain Paris collaborative lipsticks. This line of 12 comfort matte lipsticks are unfortunately a limited edition set, so grab them while you can!

They retail for $14 each, which may seem a little pricey for the drugstore, but they’re still a cheaper lip option.

The line contains many wearable colors for daytime looks, including a peachy nude, a rosy pink, and a perfect fall plumb. It also has a deep blue and a vibrant purple, which could be used for statement looks throughout the year.

This line is full of high quality lipsticks, some of which have become my go to colors so far this season.

la: u m r o F ans hter g i Physici l h ig r HSurprisingly Butte enough, this was one of

my most anticipated new releases this season. If you’ve never tried the Physicians Formula Butter Bronzers, then you’ve seriously been missing out. They’ve been my holy-grail bronzers for years now, so when I heard they were releasing a highlighter in the same line I impatiently counted down the days until its release. As its name implies, this highlighter is really soft and gentle, but it can still be built up to an intense glow for those of you who prefer your highlight to be poppin’. The pan is also huge, so you’ll likely never run out of this highlighter, which retails for $10.95 at most local drugstores.

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Meet Kiana Govind: Florida State student and budding portrait photographer, taking over your Instagram feed one day at a time.

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Kiana Govind Courtney Cotterill

As you scroll through your Instagram feed, its unlikely that you’ll make your way through it without passing by an image taken by the talented, Kiana Govind. Kiana, a junior at Florida State University, is making waves in the creative community in Tallahassee for her stunning portraits captured through the lens of her Nikon D610. With a following of almost 6,000 on her Instagram, its no surprise that Kiana’s days are crowded with back to back shoots followed by hours in coffee shops editing her work. “I started off as this low key grad photographer but I recently feel like I’ve really begun to gain recognition for my photography. Now, I feel like I’m covering every sort of platform; people, food, products, events, you name it.”

Due to the ever-growing community on social media, creators like Kiana are discovering platforms such as Instagram have the capacity to turn their passions into their businesses. “I feel like so much has changed within the creative world, particularly in the last few months.

Creators are finally gaining a market for their work because photography and videography is such a necessity today when it comes to marketing and social media.”

When looking at Kiana’s work, one might assume she has been behind the lens for years honing her craft, but it wasn’t until high school that she truly began to pursue photography. “In the eighth grade I convinced my Dad to buy me a camera. Although I got one, it wasn’t until later on in high school that I really started to utilize it when I started doing photography for my school’s yearbook. In addition, I began shooting sports teams and senior pictures. That’s when my passion for photography and portraits really blossomed.”

Since becoming a photographer, portraits in particular have persisted as Kiana’s greatest passion. “I love the way portraits allow me to meet new people and capture raw human emotion. I love capturing people off-guard and in the present moment,” Kiana says as she references Dirty Heads. “By taking a picture you’re able to preserve a moment in time. Every image I’ve taken has a story behind it and a conversation in which I’ve got to learn something about the subject in front of the camera.

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It’s allowed me to meet so many amazing people, and every day I’m grateful for that. Because I go to Florida State I get to take pictures of the most random, unexpected things because there are so many cool people here. There’s always so much happening on and off campus, so I never struggle to produce content.” Kiana hopes to purse photography as a career as she continues to build her portfolio. “I’d love to keep doing photography so that I may continue to travel and meet new people. I think event photography is what I envision myself doing more of in future. I’d love to shoot weddings especially.” Aside from that, Kiana has recently begun a YouTube channel that she hopes will continue to grow quickly as she produces and frequently shares video content.

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“YouTube is something that I’ve always wanted to do but never really found the dedication for. Recently I’ve found the motivation to film consistently, particularly because I think my perspective is interesting. I’m still in college and have to balance, school, photography and a social life which is something not a lot of other vloggers must maintain. For most of them, YouTube is a fulltime gig and like other students, I don’t have that luxury.” While YouTube is still a relatively new commitment for Kiana, she aspires to frequently document her life, on the come up, as she describes it, through the ups and the downs. “I want to inspire other creators to be vulnerable and ruthless, as other’s have inspired me to do the same.

I truly hope that translates through the work I produce and share.” To keep an eye on Kiana’s content be sure to subscribe to her YouTube channel and follow her on Instagram @kianagovind for her latest work.

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Geneva Rodriguez

SWATCH sat down with Maurice Moulton and Patricia Allaire and got them to spill the beans on what makes the coffee at Catalina Café steam hotter than the rest.

A college town isn’t complete without coffee shops on every corner. How else would students endure the constant bombardment of deadlines, exams, and “adult” errands while juggling a social life and mental sanity all at once? There’s no denying that the coffee culture in Tallahassee is abundant and prevalent. We live in a fast-paced world, and being a young, emerging adult can be rough. Despite the chaos we may experience from the growing pains, there’s 64 only one thing that can ignite the superhuman spark in all of us: coffee.

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Catalina Café is a family-owned coffee shop in Tallahassee that serves specialty coffee and additionally offers a delicious food menu. There are multiple locations including Gaines Street, Cascades Park, Capital Circle, and Downtown Tallahassee.

The owners, Maurice Moulton and Patricia Allaire collaborated their strengths and skills in hopes of embarking on a successful business journey. “With my background in restaurants and with Patricia’s background in accounting and marketing, we thought we could create something special. At the time, there really wasn’t a coffee shop in Tallahassee that served Specialty Coffee and that was truly unique with fresh homemade ingredients. “That’s why we thought we could really do well in this business”.

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The story behind the name “Catalina Café” is both adorable and clever. In Greek, Catalina means pure. In Spanish, café means coffee—pure coffee. Aside from the technicalities, Catalina is also the name of Maurice and Patricia’s youngest daughter. “We have a blended family and she brings everyone together.

Everyone has a relationship with her” says Maurice.

Catalina Café takes pride in serving Specialty Coffees that are purchased from trusted farms. “We are very transparent on where our coffee comes from and do not hesitate to tell/ show customers where it is sourced from”.

Any drink will be sure to exceed your expectations. You can taste the authenticity and natural ingredients in every sip. The espresso is smooth and rich, and the caramel and vanilla syrups are made from scratch by Patricia herself. “We don’t use any artificial flavorings”.

And for all the pumpkin spice lovers out there, it should be noted that Catalina Cafes’ pumpkin spice latte is curated with real pumpkin and spices. It doesn’t get any better than that, does it?

Aside from exceptional coffee, the café has a delicious menu with homemade baked goods and quality food made in-house. They cater and accommodate to individuals with special dietary needs when needed.

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Beans are roasted daily in order to keep the coffee fresh and ensure that customers are provided with the highest quality beverages. What is special about the café is not just the coffee itself, but the thoughtful insight and connection that accompanies it.

“We try and find unique stories behind the coffees and to discover what approach the farmers take in creating their Specialty Coffee when producing it. We try to establish a connection with the farm/coop and share their stories. It just feels good to purchase coffees that make such a difference”. If you’re interested in reading these stories, they can be found on their retail bags!

Maurice and Patricia work hard to make everyone’s experience a special one. Each locations’ environment is crafted to the people, for the people. Catalina Café has a vibe that is unique, loving, fun, and friendly.

“It’s a place that suits all. We are a family business and we treat people like family”. It’s the perfect place to chat with an old friend, work on assignments, or enjoy a satisfying and healthy lunch.

Catalina Cafe hopes to contribute to the greater good of the community and their products and ambience reflects that desire. “It’s love for the coffee industry, it’s love to make a difference around the world, and it’s love for Tallahassee.”

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The Psychology of J u l i a Tr a i n a

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It’s All an Act No one noticed her hair.

No one noticed she spent half a month’s income to become Barbie blonde.

No one noticed the holes in her shoes, sacrificed in place of a full-foil plus tip.

No one noticed she wore makeup, to distract from the fact her clothes weren’t clean.

No one noticed she was poor, and no one noticed her hair.

No one noticed she lost weight.

No one noticed when she started wearing belts, hoping they were enough to keep her clothes from slipping to the floor.

No one noticed her ribs began to show, as if they hadn’t been for months.

No one noticed her yellowing teeth from the bile she had just forced into the toilet bowl.

No one noticed she was bulimic, and no one noticed she lost weight.

No one noticed her smile.

No one noticed how forced it was, or that it took all of her power.

No one noticed her slumped posture, paid in full with wasted energy.

No one noticed she was a puzzle with missing pieces and broken bits.

No one noticed she was depressed, and no one noticed her smile.

No one noticed how hard she tried to be pretty, to be skinny, to be happy.

No one noticed, and she cared so much.

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life is so vital to many young girls. I had written this piece to bring about the idea of self-love vs. social acceptance. Does it go hand in hand? Or are they two very different things entirely? To argue that self-love and social acceptance would not ever go together would be foolish, rather, it would be more important for us to find happiness in our current society.

For a lot of girls, that is the image they portray to the public. If dying your hair and dressing yourself in designer clothes is what grants your happiness, so be it. If wearing your hair up and a big t-shirt to class is what allows you that same happiness, do it. There’s a good chance that no one will notice.

Not in a bad way; I don’t mean this as if you are invisible, I mean this in the sense that expressing yourself will likely not cause a ripple effect. The way you dress, and look doesn’t define your place in society, it does not give you some sort of upper hand. If you choose to wear a dress one day, and leggings the next, no one is going to say something. Express yourself the way you want and not what society tells you is acceptable. Find your style, rock it. It could be the latest trends, it could be your mother’s favorite jeans and a heavy winged liner. Make it you, make it count, even if no one is looking.

Self-love and body image are often talked about in today’s media. Recently, loving the skin you’re in has become a viral movement, and a very important one. There is coming about a change, but unfortunately, it has not completely taken.

Media continues to exclusively portray the skinny and slim as beautiful. The idea that someone with curves could be happy or beautiful is still lost in some magazines. In a study done by The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA), data from one college showed that eating disorders among females has increased from 23% to 32% during a 13-year study. Eating disorders are real and even with the media beginning to change, the statistics still rise. Education on eating disorders is often not made readily available. In a study done with 118 respondents, 62.7% said that their institute does not have an eating disorders education coordinator. To me, that is astounding.

While the majority of respondents (85.7%) say that there are pamphlets or information in Health Centers, over half of these respondents did not have an education coordinator on campus. A pamphlet is most likely not going to be as pervasive and educational to someone struggling as a real-life person sitting down and talking with them.

The statistics are raising, but a statistic is not just a number. Those statistics are young women, your friends, your sorority sisters and the girl that sits next to you in class that you say hi to each day. Loving your body is not as easy as just saying it. It’s a verb, it’s an action. It’s noticing a difference. It’s becoming different. It’s taking in your curves when you look in the mirror and saying, “I look great.” Its wearing that outfit that makes your butt look good. It’s changing your perspective on beauty and allowing yourself to feel beautiful. Loving yourself is an action, and it must be repeated each and every day.

When loving yourself fails, know that you are not alone. Depression is a medical disorder, as real as heart disease, high blood pressure, or scoliosis. Over 11 million people in the United States suffer from clinical depression each year. Women themselves are at a higher risk for developing depression, about twice as likely than men. According to Mental Health America, about one in every eight women are expected to develop clinical depression in their lifetime. One in eight. Those odds seem terrifying, but they tell us something important. You are not alone. One in eight could be a mother, sister, aunt, boss, colleague, friend, peer, or it could be you.

It’s even more important to know that depression is very treatable. I am by no means saying it will be easy, but there are ways to get help. Start by telling someone. It doesn’t matter who, a friend, a family member, even a stranger. There are help lines you can call. Tallahassee has its own Crisis Hotline; (877) 211-7005 or (850) 224-6333.

Next, make an appointment and see a professional; most college campuses offer services through their student health centers. Get treated; there are medications and therapy. Sometimes it may seem like seeing a professional is not an option and if for some reason, it actually isn’t, there are other things you can do.

Try exercising, getting more sleep, acknowledge your feelings, take tasks day by day, do what you can, spend time with family and friends. Be patient. Don’t expect a quick fix. It’s okay to not be okay. It’s okay to need to be fixed, but that doesn’t mean you are broken. Be gentle with yourself. Gradually, you will feel yourself improving. If you are not improving, and your depression has turned to suicidal thoughts, get help.

Talking about wanting to die, looking for a way to kill oneself, feeling hopeless or feeling as if there is no reason to live, feeling trapped or in unbearable pain, feeling as if you were a burden to others, behaving recklessly, withdrawing and feeling isolated, and extreme mood swings are signs that you or a friend might be suicidal.

When you see these signs, notice them, in yourself or in others. If you need help, or you are worried a friend needs help, there is a 24-hour help line; 1-800-273-TALK (8255).

There is nothing in this world that is more meaningful than your own life.

“The two most important days in your life are the day you were born, and the day you find out why.”- Mark Twain.

Find your why.

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BOLD COLORS

Color was a must this fall, and even those who stick to more neutral shades can be seen opting for a punch of color to brighten up their wardrobes. While fall is typically thought of as being a season of blacks, grays, and more neutral colors, bright reds, metallic shades, and bold colors inspired by the 90s can be found everywhere this season.

Bright, obnoxious red has become a staple in every it-girl’s wardrobe. Being penned as the “color of fall” by notable fashion publications like Elle or Vogue, the color red has shown dominance in the runways that shaped the Fall 2017 collections. Found in leather boots, fur coats, and the trending oval sunglasses, pops of red are combatting our ideals of traditional fall color schemes with a bright addition to the colors of the season. Floral patterns in more subdued colors have also made an appearance this fall, trailing away from their traditional spot in spring lines exclusively. They have made a break from their whimsical appearances on summer sundresses and have become more of an accessory to fall coats or in fabrics such as velvet; proof that they can have a place beyond their locale in the warmer seasons.

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70S/90S VIBES

Trends from former years are making a major comeback this fall. The 70s and 90s are prevalent throughout many different outlets from colors to silhouettes. Flare jeans from the 70s have made a major comeback this season and have been diversified with the usage of modern details. Cropped, frayed hems, corduroy, and distressed are just a few ways that the flare has been infused with modernity to create a unique and timeless look. In addition, statement “sock booties” have been seen sported around big cities and on our own Florida State campus, making any outfit a little edgy with a lot of personality.

Earth toned sweaters are an easy way to infuse the relaxed 70s vibes into any look. Opting for a mustard yellow or brown sweater can make any look feel just a hint more nostalgic. The 90s have proven to take over with sneakers, fun color palettes, and mom jeans. which have taken us back to a time many of us college students were lucky enough to be a part of. “Mom jeans”, in particular, can be found varying between it-girls and hipsters alike, styled in a variety of ways in which to wear this staple piece. Proving once and for all that skinny jeans are behind us, the loose shape and easy feel of these jeans makes them a staple for any wardrobe. Anyone is able to effortlessly pair these with a pair of sneakers and a band tee or even some booties and a cropped sweater to switch these up, dependent on your personal style.

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VELOUR TRACKSUITS

As we continue to follow trends of the past several years, athliesure in particular remains prevalent as a trend, with inspiration from lines such as Juicy Couture and Kanye’s infamous Yeezy x Adidas collaboration. This fall differs, however, with track suits taking over stores.

Juicy Couture returned to Urban Outfitters with a revival of their Velour tracksuits for those looking for a more affordable option, but this trend was seen on runways during Fashion Week this year as well.

Chloe, Lactose, Marc Jacobs, and Yeezy were all lines seen with their own creations inspired by this trend. Comfort is trending and we could not be more excited.

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Masculine silhouettes and menswear inspiration have been intertwining with more feminine themes like florals to create softer vibes during this fall. Oversized menswear jackets have made their mark in women’s lines this season, often being implemented in colors such as bright reds and 90s browns; two colors that dominated the runways. These trends have been seen dressed up, with traditional crisp shirts and pants, or dressed down, being placed on top of a flowing dress, adding a bit of a feminine touch to the look. Pants aren’t just for the office anymore, showing up in places unexpected. Traditional work pants have been transformed to fit into everyday closets by often being paired with a graphic tee and sneakers for an edgier look, inspired by the runways of Celine this fall. Nylon material and broad shoulders can be found detailing these silhouettes also, evidence that these trends are for ladies as well.

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Chunky accessories have made a comeback after dainty earrings and necklaces have been dwelling in our accessory collections for the past few years. Most notable of these can be the tassel earrings, finding their way into the wardrobes of all different styles. While most people think of statement necklaces as an easy way to add something to an outfit, 2017 has featured a focus on earrings, with tassel earrings standing out among alternative trends. Characterized by a collection of strings creating a tassel shape, these earrings are one of the simplest ways to take a plain outfit such as a basic shirt and jeans to the next level by adding just the right amount of character to an outfit.

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“Making films. It gave me a voice. Ligitimately saved me� - Barry Jenkins As the brilliantly inventive voice of Barry Jenkins ignites sparks in Hollywood, we reflect on the budding legacy that began years earlier at Florida State University.

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Barry Jenkins As we approach awards season, buzzing about the newest trailers and releases, it is important that we not forget the preceding triumphs. 2016 was a year that brought us a new president, a few more Olympic gold medals, Hamilton, and more reasons to proudly say “Go Noles.” The infamous on-stage mix up at the 89th Academy Awards quickly became an internet meme and a widely-received joke. Still, the most historic moment of the night was not the tragic mistake of Warren Beatty, but the garnet and gold painted across that stage. For some, their first recognition of Barry Jenkins and Moonlight was that night, the fruit of a tree that was planted on this campus long before we were here.

Moonlight is the story of a young black boy growing into adulthood in the impoverished streets of Miami, against the struggles of addiction, self identity, and homosexuality. The film is separated into three chapters, detailing the stages and struggles of life for our subject. An innocent child yearning for stability, ages into a quiet, confused, and struggling teen. All coalescing into the hyper-masculine, closed off adult we see falling to his knees in the fight against his own identity. Three different actors reflect the experiences of one character, but it is not their faces that we solely see, it is much more personal.

Tarell Alvin McCraney (pictured beside Barry Jenkins) wrote what is essentially the skeleton of Moonlight, originally titled “In Moonlight Black Boys Look Blue.”

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This sixty page narrative written by the playwright was a “personal memoir” of his own life. This story was later picked up by Barry Jenkins, who dug deeper into the story, aided by a sense of empathy and personal understanding. Jenkins also grew up in Miami, the rundown Liberty City, with a mother who struggled with an addiction to crack-cocaine. The cast of the film cemented the identities within the story. British actress Naomie Harris, who once swore to never support the depiction of a “damaged” woman on screen, plays the crack-cocaine addicted mother of Chiron, and carries through each chapter of the film.

Her work, while chilling and painful to watch, elevates the character beyond the typecast of a poor, addicted, single mother. Mahershala Ali personifies a local drug dealer who becomes somewhat of a father figure to a young Chiron, simultaneously continuing to enable the deterioration of his mother. The complexity, pain, and sheer talent shown by Harris and Ali would lead them both to the Oscar stage, accepting awards for their work.

With four million dollars and twenty five days, Jenkins and his team crafted an Oscar-winning film.

Moonlight initially premiered at Telluride Film Festival in 2016, moving on to a limited release in New York and Los Angeles, to eventually grace the screens of theaters worldwide.

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The film was nominated for eight Academy Awards, winning Best Supporting Actress, Best Supporting Actor, Best Adapted Screenplay, and Best Picture.

Moonlight was the very first LGBT film to win an Oscar for Best Picture, with editor Joi McMillon being the first black woman to ever be nominated for film editing. The success of Moonlight and Barry Jenkins is historic not only for the film industry or the LGBT community, but for Florida State University, who can proudly claim Barry Jenkins’ as an alumni.

The thriving director grew up in Studio City, Miami, amidst poverty and instability. Much of his own life experience is reflected through the film, a visualization of

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his own struggles. His mother’s addiction left Jenkins and his three siblings lost, spending many of his younger years under another woman’s household. Jenkins was abandoned by his father as a child, leaving him with a complete lack of support. Things turned around in his later years, when he was awarded with a scholarship from Florida State University, a gift that changed the direction of his life instantly.

Jenkins graduated from FSU in 2003, with degrees in both Film and Creative Writing. He recounts his experience as a Seminole as “one of the two or three best experiences of [his] life.” His project, which continues to be celebrated by movie-buffs, was a student film titled My Josephine, which he created during his time at the FSU Film School.

While a student, Jenkins fostered lifelong friendships with James Laxton, Adele Romanski, and five others who would later team up on Moonlight. This film was not created during Jenkins’ time at Florida State, but it is sewn together with the fabric of this university. Seven FSU graduates in total had their hands in this film, including Laxton as a cinematographer, Romanski as a producer, and both editors Joi McMillon and Nat Sanders. While students, Jenkins and Laxton lived in a house near campus with two other film students. In reflection, Laxton describes a sort of “artist’s commune,” where the students were fully immersed in their shared passion, and surrounded by the art of film.

While other film schools require students to finance their own productions, FSU works to offer an equal experience for all students, regardless of socio-economic class. The hands-on experience and cultivation of creativity at the film school is unmatched. Alongside Jenkins, FSU has carried multiple notable alumni from campus to Hollywood. Some of these alumni include Wes Ball, the director of The Maze Runner movies, Sam Beam, the man behind the music of Twilight, and Ron J. Friedman, the writer of multiple Disney movies including Chicken Little and Brother Bear.

These alumni continue to make us proud and distinguish the FSU Film School as a leader in film ed It was his fellow film student and future producucation. Barry Jenkins’ isn’t slowing down anytime soon, er Adele Romanski who relentlessly pushed Jenkins to as production began in October for his next project, If create Moonlight. The pure passion for film emanates Beale Street Could Talk. Jenkins will be adapting the novfrom the halls of the College of Motion Picture Arts, and el of the same name written by the great James Baldwin. binds students together with a seemingly unbreakable The story follows a man falsely accused of rape, and the bond. When discussing how Jenfrantic journey his wife embarks kins’ four years on this campus on in search of evidence exonshaped him he attests, “FSU erating her husband. The di“Moonlight is not a conventional rector describes Beale Street as changed me. Literally. It completely changed who I was as narrative, its told in a very interest- somewhat of a passion piece, a human being. I think if you screenplay of which he was ing way and that approach to sto- the go to a film school with that crafting back in 2013 during rytelling was instilled in me from the production of Moonlight. kind of openness, you’ll get the world out of it.” Undoubtedly, the very beginning at Florida State. He will also be behind an upJenkins’ didn’t march into the coming series on Amazon, cenThey didn’t try to put us in a box. tered around the Underground College of Motion Picture Arts They gave us the freedom to create Railroad. each day with the knowledge that he would one day create whatever box we thought was most an award-winning film, but

Barry Jenkins’ Oscar appropriate for our voice.” that seed was planted in the win is not simply a trophy to classrooms of FSU. His experigarner the halls of FSU, it is the ence at this school molded his face of opportunity. When Jenmind, giving him the caliber to create a film that defies kins’ released this film and accepted that award, he kicked traditional filmmaking and societal norms. Jenkins outopen the door not only for his own career, but for all of lines this connection and the way it has been engraved in the aspiring filmmakers that look up to him. February his own work.

26th, 2017 was not merely a day of red carpet glamour and in-memoriams. Moonlight’s success legitimized what

Florida State’s Film School has been highly reit means to be a film student at FSU, and beyond. Suddengarded, even prior to Barry Jenkins’ direct route to the ly, pursuing a film degree, or an art degree, or one in thefilm industry elites. Established in 1989, the film school atrics no longer feels hopeless and frightening, with the has been acknowledged for “its distinguished contribuaspirations and goals seeming a stretch too far. tion to American culture through the world of film and television” by the Director’s Guild of America. FSU’s film

Students across Tallahassee wear the garnet and school distinguishes itself from its peers by offering a sugold with pride, but many are blind to the fact that “one perior education in film production at a realistic price. of the world’s best” film schools, according the Hollywood Students in the production program pay only their tuReporter, rests in our football stadium. Barry Jenkins is ition, and are equipped with the professional tools renot FSU’s first success story, and it is because of his legacy quired to bring their visions to life. that he will not be the last.

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Tony Testa, a classically trained artist who found his soul within the sounds of old time blues, rock n’ roll and funk, sat down with Swatch to discuss his passion for music and his budding career rooted in creating innovating music embedded in tradition.

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Walking into this studio was like taking a step back in time. It was retro, a little rundown, but radiant in my eyes. I could feel the lives that had passed down these halls, the laidback charm converging with what was unmistakably someone’s past home. Tony is sitting at his desk and I find my place across from him on the couch. Faintly, a variation from Janis Joplin to Jerry Lewis plays in the background. As I start with the absolute basics of an interview, I can’t help but smile at an empty bottle of Jack Daniels Tennessee on top of the aptly placed piano.

As anyone would expect of a talented artist, Tony began very young and not unlike other artists. “I started with the piano at the age of five. My father played the piano as a kid and throughout his life, so he kind of just forced it upon my siblings and me”.

But anyone who is musically gifted needs some inspiration if they are to keep going. After all, what is an artist without their muse? Tony says if he could bring anyone back to life, that it would be “a tough one…but it’d have to be James Brown, the Godfather of Soul.”

It’s well known how difficult the music world is to break into, there are so many facets to this one business that you must stay on top of your game if you are to get ahead. Musicians struggle differently in this challenging industry, but he says, “committing to what it is you want to do or accomplish” must be the most difficult aspect he’s faced so far. “You know, it’s somewhat of a risk, or at least society thinks it’s a risk, doing something different…you have to go all out and do something every day that’ll make yourself better and closer to whatever your goal is.”

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Tony seemed like he had everything put together.

It might have been an inconclusive career to him and others, but there are always things that make the risk worthwhile. For him, “performing at Okeechobee Music & Arts Fetival” was a highlight. “About fifty to a hundred people were watching…it was really amazing to have that opportunity…Okeechobee is one of those places where you can find people who are open-minded and listen to different types of music.”

I had never been to a music festival before, but hearing him talk about the experience with fervor made me understand that it is an entirely unique experience for the artist’s themselves, especially those growing within the business. People who are novices at any trade, whether it be music or dancing, search for some advice.

This musician believes that people need to be “true to themselves and not be influenced by others.

Don’t be afraid to be opinionated or not go along with the trends…I hope to inspire people enough to look beyond the lines and really discover who they are.” With his experience, commitment, and ardor, I don’t believe it’s long before we see Tony T. making a success with his music.

Tony plans to record and release some singles in the future, while also continuing to book gigs in his native South Florida. To keep up with his releases, follow him on his social media below: Instagram: @tony_testa Twitter, Facebook, Youtube: TonyTestaMusic

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