LETTER from the editor This has been one heck of a journey, as I transitioned into the new role of Editor in Chief this year. It has been a challenging process but I’ve been lucky to have such an amazing staff by my side. This quarter has been full of early mornings, photoshoots, team meetings, stylings, innovation and creativity. My goal is to make TREND a household name here at UCSD and to really appeal to the all of our diverse students on our beautiful campus.
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This magazine is a new and exciting twist of fall and winter looks, with an emphasis on texture and pattern. We take the looks from the hottest designers and bring college friendly and San Diego sun-appropriate outfits. We hope to inspire as we invite UCSD students to model and shoot on our very own campus. Sit tight and enjoy the stylings, designsm and writings of TREND.
Stay Trendy,
Ernie Mejia Editor-In-Chief
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Behind the Scenes
is always a pleasure to be part of the creative and logistical I taspects of this magazine. So much goes into every page, every
picture, and every look. This magazine is pulled together by many little details and decisions throughout the quarter, and all those small behind the scene moments lead us to the publication of this beautiful magazine. We owe a big thank you to our shining and extremely talented hair and makeup artist Richelle Kolda for the early mornings and great results. We would be nowhere without you and your sensational presence on our team. The staff is the definition of cohesive and hard working and leading them through these past couple of months have been eye opening and rewarding experience
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Allyson Osorio
Allyson Osorio is a fourth year Marshall student who has been involved on campus life since her freshman year. She is a prominent figure on campus as VP External Affairs within the Associated Students of the University of California, San Diego. A strong advocate for equality and accessibility, Osorio is the perfect choice of cover girl. As an extremey hard worker and a beautiful young woman, Osorio is an embodiment of balanced and passionate student life. Story by Rodolfo Solido Photos by Ella Pak
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Interview with Allyson Osorio TREND: Can you tell us a little bit about yourself ? Allyson: My name is Allyson Osorio, I’m a fourth year Political Science and Ethnic Studies double major at UCSD. My hometown is San Fernando Valley in the LA county, not too far from LA city, which is a very diverse community. I’m the youngest of three; I have a brother that’s 10 year older than me, he’s 31, and a sister who’s 41. My mom is going to be 60 and my dad is 70 so we have recurring intervals of ten years between each other. I have Central American parents, my mom is from Nicaragua my dad is from Guatemala so I’m very, very, very in love with my roots. Central American culture, the language, the music, and everything, makes up a lot of my identity. [...] I’m very family oriented. I love my family; I’m very close to my brothers, and I love my nieces. I’m very friend oriented too. My friends mean the world to me. TREND: What constitutes an ordinary week for you? Allyson: I’m still a student so I have class, Tuesday and Thursday. Usually I’m working from 7am, depending on what I’m working on, possibly up until 11pm . It’s a long day. That includes phone calls, phone conferences, emails, organizing activities, making sure the office is on track, travel planning, and foreseeing office needs. This reflects a Monday. I have AS [Associated Students] all day Wednesday; I start at 2:30pm and go anywhere up until midnight. My statewide position, University Affairs, demands a lot of time from me for phone conferences. Friday’s are mostly work related too, and by the time I’m done there’s no way I’m going out. So my week is mostly work.
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Scarf: GStar Jeans: GStar Jacket: GStar Top: Bubbles Boutique Bracelets: Bubbles Boutique
Allyson: I think I’ve always been interested in student government. It has always been a part of me just because I’ve found it as a place where change can happen for the student. I think External is the most work heavy exec position across the UC. It takes a lot to be able to balance what I call the organizing and legislative part of UC issues. Year after year people would always say “I can bring the activists together, and the Greeks, and the Athletes” but no one ever does it. That’s everyone’s platform: “Bringing people together”; but soon they become the person that pushes everyone away the most or that only represents one group of people. Because of that, this needed to be the year that if someone was going to keep running on that [platform] it needed to be proven. I felt that I could do that. That’s what got me to run for this position and I think that throughout my work it has been shown that I’ve been able to do it, thank God. [...] TREND: Do you feel confined to a professional attire when publicly handling UC political affairs? Allyson: I think it depends in the environment. External encompasses so many things, from sitting on a protest to putting on a meeting with 50 people that are looking to invest. [...] For the most part though, I think its sad that in environments like these the amount of respect you receive directly correlates to your attire; me walking in with a pant suit will be a lot different than me walking in with jeans and a t-shirt. At least I do enjoy dressing up, but would people be able to fill in this position if they didn’t have the resources to play the part? I thank God that I somehow have been able to balance the different fashion styles necessary to fulfill this position, but would it be as easy to everyone? I definitely feel that attire has a huge impact in the perception of your persona. People always tell me that I’m always dressed up for no reason. Maybe to them its no reason but the world perceives you differently depending on how you dress.
TREND: Can you tell us what drove you to pursue a position as a representative of the UC student body? 9
TREND: What are your goals and aspirations post graduation? It’s getting pretty close. Where should we expect to see more of you in the near future?
TREND: Allyson, I’m sorry that I’m going to change the topic drastically right now but I have to ask, since I have failed miserably in playing an active role in my political environment and I believe you hold a position that can provide us with insight, what is the best way that an ordinary student can get involved in the political affairs of his or her school? Allyson: I believe that everything is political because there is a political statement behind it whether we want to realize it or not: art is political, fashion is political, everything is political once we situate it within a context. [...] Because everything is political there can be so many ways to get involved. I believe that getting involved in politics starts by staying informed about the issues that affect us the most. There’s at least one issue that will directly affect you. A lot of people, even myself, think that politicians don’t know anything or that they don’t care, but it is their job to communicate with people to find the issues that impact them the most. Even though there’s a lot of different ways to get involved, many people get discouraged when handling politics because they think: “the system is not working for us”. I hear that all the time. We have to change the way we perceive and think of politics because if as students we continue to think that our actions are not going to make a difference, are not going to make a change then we are not going to make a difference, we are not going to make a change. I think the first step is to stop being passive.
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Allyson: Thank God it’s getting close. I will be graduating in June. Many times I felt that it was going to be nearly impossible. I think after graduation I will take some time to travel. God willing I can spend some time in South America and some time in Spain. Before leaving I plan to apply to grad school for when I return; so basically I would be taking a year off. I was recommended to take longer than a year off, from work and all that, but my planned timeline, it’s so bad that I schedule everything, is to take a year off and then pursue a masters in education policy, or education, or politics; it’s so hard to choose when you love overlapping fields. [...] Workwise, the issues that affect the UC are very pertinent and important to me. I think I’ve always had a long term goal of helping people in the UC. This could lead me to come back to the UC as a professional or to pursue a job that helps the UC.Basically, education and politics are definitely my future goals and from there I guess I can say I’ll take it one day at a time. Hopefully I can pursue a PhD in the future as I would like to come back to the university and be a professor.
“Attire has a huge impact in the perception of your persona”
Dress: G Star Raw (470 5th Ave, San Diego, CA 92102) Necklace: Eden Boutique
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Clothing: GStar Hat: Bubbles Boutique
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Hair is a great way to complete an outfit and try out a new look. The best part about styling your hair is that it can make a drastic change in your appearance but is completely free and non- permanent. Not every hairstyle is for everyone but trying new ideas and trends can polish off your ensemble and make your outfit unique and memorable. A current trend that has been sweeping through the celebrity world is the undercut or side shaved head. This hairstyle is very fresh and popular within the fashion industry. Although, fun and in style, this haircut is risky. However, there are ways to achieve this look like celebrities Rihanna, Cher Lloyd, and Alice Dellal have without actually committing to shaving your head. The Faux Side Shaved Braid is the best way to create the illusion of the perfect undercut. Here is how to do it.
Get the look a dramatic part in your hair that Wrap the braid and bobby pin it 1 Create puts about ž of your hair on one side of 4 underneath the hair that has remained your head. down. Take the side of your part that has less You can straighten or add texture to 2 hair and divide it into three strands. 5 your hair depending on the look you are Starting right above your ear, French trying to achieve. braid your hair as you normally would. You are now ready to debut the risky Continue French braiding this section of 6 undercut hairstyle. 3 your hair till the end and secure with a rubber band.
Story by Jackie Goldman
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A brim can make headwear mor chic. Fedoras and floppy hat from the summer can come out to play! Pair your hat with almost anything - lace blouses, wool peacoats, cashmere sweaters or even edgy leather jackets.
Beanies are essentials in the cold weather. Go minimal with simple solids that add a little pop to any outfit, or make a statement with textures and eye-popping patterns.
Baby, It’s Cold Outside
Faux fur brings an elegant yet diva dynamic to any outfit. It looks great against other winter fabrics, like velvet and sequins. Faux fur accessories have stolen the spotlight for winter trends!
it’s time to bring those ankle-length socks much higher! Knee-high and thigh-high socks keep you snug, and can be the most essential part of your outfit. Use colorful and patterned socks to contrast simple outfits, or go with simple socks to tie it all together.
Warming up winter with hot accessories
Story by Sherilyn Reus
When the weather is dull, contrast it with shine! A bracelet, necklace, rings, or headpiece, adds personalization to your outfit. You can choose to be daring and go for the colored gems, or go for the quintessential silver and golds. 16
All accessories: Forever 21, H&M, Urban Outfitters, American Apparel
The chunkier, the better. Scarves with loads of texture look great against monochromatic and neutral colored outfits. Whether it’s a triple-layered infinity scarf or a neatly knotted fringe, there is never such thing as too much layering.
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On Him: Jacket, Denim Button Up-Dolcetti On Her: Necklace, Clutch, Pants-Dolcetti
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or the cooler season, it's best to bundle up in layers and bust out those warm jackets you've been waiting to sport all year! Whether you're a fan of accessorizing or currently into monochromatic colors, we've got the look for you. Two of our amazing UCSD students have been decked out in the latest trends for fall and winter-which outfit is your favorite?
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On Him: Vest-Dolcetti; Plaid Button Up: Vocabulary On Her: Sweater-Dolcetti
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On Him: Jacket, Pants, Beanie: Dolcetti, Shirt: Vocabulary On Her: Turtleneck, Cardigan: Dolcetti; Necklace, Jeans: Vocabulary
Photos by Hannah Bernarbe Styling by Rachel Park
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Versatility Versatility Layer and accessorize winter staples to match your style
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e here at TREND believe that with the right tools anyone can alter their outfits and really make them their own. With accessories, shoes, and jackets you are able to style any basic article of clothing to fit your unique persona and body type. Our versatility items for this fall season are a textured white dress and a grid-patterned button-up. You may have been told not to wear white after Labor Day, but in this case, the thick material of the dress makes it perfect for dressing up or down with fall accessories! The button up is also a great layering piece thanks to its thin material, it is easy to layer under a sweater or tuck into a cute skirt, making it suitable for all different body types and styles! Here we show you how these different models are able to take our outfits and transform to fit their personal looks.
All outfits: Dolcetti Photos by Edwin Qui単anola Story by Ernie Meija and Miranda Barraza
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The Rachel Story: A
college campus like UC San Diego is not one to be seen promoting the latest style trends and fashion brands...or is it? Take it from a student who has got an inclination for the world of fashion when I say that this university has a surprising amount of well-dressed folks who attempt to break the mold and display their individuality through their attire. As a sophomore studying Communication, I am always open to various types of opportunities that offer the chance to interact and form relationships with other people. I always had a knack for fashion which led to the creation of my blog, The Rachel Story, and my involvement in Trend Magazine. When I received information about an internship for CollegeFashionista.com, an online platform that showcases the diverse set of "Fashionista/o's" from different universities, I immediately became interested and applied to be one of the many Style Gurus who find these unique students on campus. Upon receiving the internship, I found that the transition as a former apprentice for Trend Magazine helped me in approaching well-dressed candidates. Both my role as an apprentice and as a Style Guru encouraged me to break free from my comfort zone and seek through the large crowds on campus for a stylish student. As a Style Guru, I am responsible for photographing students and submitting articles based off their outfits each week. These articles can range from the topic of the accessories worn to what occasions these looks are appropriate for. Each week is a new adventure for me as I roam around our ever-so-large campus darting my eyes back and forth and narrowing in on another 28
Fashionista/o to take some street style photos of. Everyone I stop is flattered and although some are camera-shy, each person seems to pull their best pose and show off the outfit they've invested some time in. I feel very encouraged to see a community of fashion-lovers in this university and it makes me all the more happy that these people feel confident when they are dressed their best. It is also a fun experience just clicking through the actual website and viewing how students dress in other parts of the country. I have to admit, I do get jealous when I see those East Coasters sporting their fabulous winter coats and accessories. I am so glad I am part of this online community as it combines many of my favorite things: fashion, writing, photography, and interaction with students who share similar interests. I believe this internship with CollegeFashionista will aid in the development of my skills with people as well as provide opportunities in the wide field of Communication and the fashion industry. I have already been a part of a collaboration with CollegeFashionista and Cricket Wireless during this past holiday season! As a current stylist and writer for Trend Magazine, I am constantly exposed to various fashion occurrences and, of course, trends through my research. It is with these experiences combined with my work as a Style Guru, blogger, and Communication student that I can take on the real world after graduating. I implore fellow students who have any interest in fashion to feel free to dress however you want to express yourself. Who knows, perhaps you will be the next Fashionsta/o featured on CollegeFashionista!
Both a Style Guru for CollegeFashionista and stylist for Trend, Rachel uses each fashion platform to search for the most fashionable people on campus Story by Rachel Park
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Are you TRENDing at UCSD? A
s the seasons changed, so did the trends on our sunny campus. At the start of the quarter with temperature in the 80s, floral patterns, flowy skirts, and a nude color palette was the norm. These fashionable choices blended well with the bright sun that never seemed to set. In a way, the trends that rippled through the student body at the time matched the mood of the atmosphere: free, colorful, and full of energy and life. As winter approaches, bright colors are replaced by dark ones to match the tones of the sky. It was in colder weather that winter coats and loose cardigans come out from the back of the closet. A pair of boots would get you through windy days and the occasional rain. One thing remained constant through the seasons, and that is accessories. Tasteful necklaces and dark toned bags found its place on our camps and remained a great choice no matter the weather. Story by Kai Chao
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Staff
Editor In Chief: Ernie Mejia Marketing Director: Mi Nguyen Design Editor: Tenaya Senzaki Designer: Megan Ong Stylist/Writer: Rachel Park Stylist: Miranda Barraza Photographer: Edwin Quinanola Writer: Rodolfo Salido Marketing Assistant: Kai Chao
Apprentice: Sherilyn Reus Apprentice: Jackie Goldman Make Up Artist: Richelle Kolda