UCSD TREND Magazine Spring 2011

TREND spring 2011

spring’s hottest trends easy hair and makeup tips!

EXCLUSIVE

INTERVIEW WITH AMERICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL ALUM

rhianna atwood

update your boyfriend's wardrobe!

fashion blogs, changing the industry runway to real way for the fashionable budget

street chic the new way to dress

dear beautiful readers,

Welcome to our spring issue of Trend! To our loyal followers, welcome back! To our new readers, thank you for joining us, & we hope you like what you see in the following pages. This issue means several exciting things for us, and we’re thrilled to be able to share it with you. For this issue we tried to encapsulate the essence of springtime in our pages, highlighting delicate dresses in iridescent shades among other must-haves. Because, really, what’s better than spring in San Diego? We had the pleasure of photographing America’s Next Top Model alum Rhianna Atwood, who showed us continuous pose after perfect pose, shared her experience being on the hit television show, and told us what Tyra’s really like in real life. Our beautiful and intriguing cover girl, Megan Matsumoto, personifies diversity and teaches us the importance of overcoming differences in order to create lasting relationships.

For this issue, we welcomed back old friends and embraced a great deal of new talent – 30 new members keen to contribute the best they have to offer in every respect. We’re proud to present the efforts and perspectives of our diverse and skillful staff, and hope that you appreciate what we’ve put together. As always, this issue could not have been a success without the support of local San Diego stores and designers.

Thank you for reading.

love always, Gloria & Alice Co-editors

staff

Co-Editors: Alma Alice Woo, Gloria Molina-Estolano

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WHY

FASHION MATTERS

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FIVE REASONS BEHIND THE BENEFIT OF FASHION by: Lavanya Kumar

uperficial. Materialistic. Shallow. The epitome of extravagance and excessive behavior. Though the Prada-wearing devil might disagree, fashion is often deemed an unnecessary aspect of society.

But how important is fashion, really?

While some of us wake up every morning and throw on a pair of jeans and a sweatshirt, others meticulously dress themselves for work, making sure that every strand of hair is in place and that every crease has been ironed out. Whether their outfit is trending or so two thousand and late, fashion plays a substantial and subconscious role in the way people think, act, and are perceived.

FASHION IS SELF-EXPRESSION How you look says a lot about yourself. Humans have the magnificent ability to feel and evoke an infinite amount of emotions through paintings, movies, and music. Fashion boasts just as many forms of expression. We don’t go shopping to collect clothes, we go shopping to bank on the confidence we feel while wearing them. When meeting people for the first time, we dress not only to impress, but to provide a silent expression of our likes and dislikes. Fashion is who we are.

When we can’t wear a sign that says ‘I-love-hip-hop-and-have-my-own-break-dancecrew,’ our attire does the job just as effectively.

FASHION IS THE FIRST IMPRESSION Matching blazers and slacks, a tie, and formal shoes speak importance and purpose. A flowery sundress implies a fun and carefree nature. What we wear is what we are, and based on social norms, it takes a mere glance for another individual to judge a person based on their fashion sense. When it comes to business, uniformity through matching colors and clothing made from stiff materials evokes a sense of power and steadfastness found in leadership. Colorful and bright clothing causes others to infer a lighthearted mood and personality from the wearer.

FASHION IS ART Art is defined as a quality, production, or realm of expression based on aesthetic principles. Society tends to perceive paintings, films, and music as forms of art, but is under the misconception that fashion simply falls under its own category. Fashion is as much a form of expression and production as any other type of art. Shows, magazines, and blogs exhibit clothes and accessories much the same way art galleries display paintings, or orchestras, symphonies. While paintings are confined to the corners of a frame or behind glass, fashion has the ability to walk the streets.

FASHION IS CREATIVE REINVENTION When the daily activities of our lives turn mundane, what we wear provides a sort of entertainment. A simple night out can turn into an event during which we change their identities for one night. Experimenting and trying on fun, eclectic clothing is quite frankly a form of recreation, and allows us to create and recreate ourselves whenever we please.

FASHION IS UNIVERSAL Everyone practices fashion; it is an aspect of life which connects all of us but can also set us apart. Fashion also defines cultures, and society often relies on fashion to characterize a specific culture or meaning. Often underrated due to the powerful impact it has through such effortless means, fashion is a valuable aspect of life and it is something that we most likely would not be able to do without.

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RUNWAY REAL WAY

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Trend: Desert Safari RUNWAY: Diane von Furstenberg Spring 2011 REAL WAY: Tangerine blouse and olive shorts from Buffalo Exchange, Leather fanny pack from Italian vintage store.

Trend: '70s Hippie

RUNWAY: Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2011 REAL WAY: Floral print blouse from Forever 21, beige maxi skirt and leather belt from Buffalo Exchange, scarf by Palomina Picasso.

Trend: Tropical Prints RUNWAY: Stella McCartney Spring 2011 REAL WAY: Dress from Buffalo Exchange.

by: Victoria Eklund

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exican odernity

by: Bridgétt Rangel-Rexford

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hile Mexico’s present situation may be tumultuous, their fashion sense has remained unchanged.

Living next to the border, we can feel the hot fashion waves hitting our city. In the ever-so-fashionable film Sex and the City II, the ladies take a trip to Mexico. Sarah Jessica Parker’s character dons a variety of Mexican inspired outfits with bright colors like turquoise, yellow, green and red. While this may have been resort wear, Miss Parker and her friends’ garments are extremely similar to traditional Mexican colors. Fashion from our neighbors, in both traditional wear and costume wear, often embody vibrant colors of the beautiful Mexican landscape. Whether the bright blue in the sky or the dark red of the earth, all hues are emulated and translate into striking combinations.

A sweeping category such as “Mexican fashion” does not correctly describe fashion in Mexico. Fashion from Mexico is an amalgamation of three diverse types of wear: modern, traditional and occasion clothing. Modern clothing in Mexico reflects the trends of traditional American department stores. Traditional women’s wear often includes a long skirt with a tunic called a huipil accompanied by a closed shoulder cape

called a quechquémit and a shawl known as a rebozo to cover their head. Cotton dresses with floral embroidery are quite popular in traditional wear. Clothing worn for celebrations and special occasions can be extended to mariachi clothing and ballet folkloric clothing with layers and intricate bead work.

Today’s designers are not just modern wear. The clothing resonates traditional clothing and costume wear. Mercedes Benz Fashion Week featured Mexican designers such as Jose Luis Abarca and his collections are filled with the use of more modern materials such as silk and polyester but also there is a heavy use of pheasant feathers, echoing traditional Aztec headdresses.

Designers integrate traditional sewing techniques while incorporating modern cuts.

Living in San Diego, everyone has seen the comfortable and affordable Baja jacket, a pullover sweatshirt accented with a large pocket in the front. Not only is it comfortable and fashionable, the material used last over extended time to keep you warm during a breezy summer night or chilly spring evening. The proximity to Mexico allows San Diego to experience an entirely different culture and to be fashionably dressed with Latin influences.

photos courtesy of polyvore.com

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NY FW

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NEWYORK

FASHIONWEEK O

by: Alma Alice Woo

h New York Fashion Week, you’ve satisfied my neverending cravings for eclectic fashion! The most exclusive, avant-garde event in the world gathers the industry’s top designers along with editors, bloggers, and stylists for an entire ten days of around-the-clock fashion. The invite-only event is mysterious and alluring, attracting fashion fans around the world. As a lucky intern, I had the honor and privilege of experiencing fashion week firsthand. The experience was simply unforgettable.

As I approached the entrance on day one of New York Fashion Week, I was a shy girl intimidated by an army of security, a mob of photographers and gaggles of fashion enthusiasts. I was a nervous wreck. Insecure thoughts ran like a reel through my mind: “Am I even dressed fashionably?” “Are my shoes cute enough?” But the moment I had been waiting for was finally here. I sashayed through the doors and tried to act like I was a fashion week veteran.

I stood there in disbelief, unable to grasp reality. A frequent visitor of fashion week?

Yeah right, far from it! It was frantic. The press tirelessly churned out updates online.

Photographers rushed from show to show and guests waited impatiently in line for the next haute couture exhibition. Vendors gave away goodies like makeup and drinks. Being the newbie that I was and still am, I unashamedly grabbed everything I could for my friends and myself.

Of course, the main events were the shows arranged by world-renowned designers and I was fortunate enough to be able to see several throughout the week.

Sometimes I was unable to grab a seat and had to stand instead, but it was worth it: I saw the garments and accessories live in person!

Prabal Gurung set the bar high at fashion week and earned my top favorite this season. I calmly walked into his show and briefly glanced around the room.

OMG, is that Anna Wintour? I couldn’t believe it! She was easily recognizable with her trademark sunglasses and short bob. In the spirit of a mad paparazzo, I zoomed in, zoomed out, tip-toed to try and get the perfect shot of the queen of fashion when

suddenly, the blaring bright lights dimmed and the buzzing murmur stopped. I snapped back to reality and the bass, rhythmic beats began. The room swelled with anticipation. Beautiful models strutted down the runway with nonchalant grace, each wearing an ensemble that was, if at all possible, better than the one before her. Unfortunately I was seated too far to appreciate the beautiful shoes and intricate accessories. Nonetheless, the show kept me excited and continued to amaze me. Secretly, I hoped it wouldn’t end. How can one get enough of pure artistic design?

Each designer greatly differed from one another and their diverse collections reflected the designer’s vision, taste and attitude. I cannot wait until fall to wear the trends these designers created. The beautifully structured pieces of Rodarte, the flowy gowns of Christian Siriano and the floor-length chiffon dresses of Prabal Gurung are sure to be fall’s hottest trends.

I hold onto my memories and experience dearly because New York Fashion Week reaffirmed that fashion is what I love.

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Study hard, PLAY harder! Be daring by mixing floral with texture. Rock the town!

Dinner? Movies? Wow your guy with a Parisian-style cinched ensemble. Bold statement pieces are a must!

Throw on a chic and easy outfit to lecture. Flowy top accented with a scarf. Simple and cute!

FASHION TIP: Find a center balance between ultra femme & tough girl look.

FASHION TIP: When wearing voluminous tops and bottoms together, always minimize the waist with a belt or sash.

FASHION TIP: Spice up a solidcolored top with scarves. Infinity scarves are always “in”!

Necklace: F21, $15, forever21.com.

Belt: Newport News, $15, newportnews. com.

Skirt: H&M, $30, H&M Stores.

Heels: Steve Madden, $90, nordstrom. com.

Handbag: vintage Bally, upon request, New York vintage.

Necklace: Wet Seal, $7, wetseal.com.

Leather jacket: Flying Tomato, $60, Appalet stores.

Skirt: Cotton On,$15, cottonon stores.

Ring: F21, $4, forever21.com.

Heels: Stewart Weitzman, $255, nordstrom. com.

Scarf: Nordstrom, $12, Nordstrom Rack.

Jeggings: Wet Seal, $5, wetseal.com.

Boots: Rampage, $50, macy’s.

Satchel: Coach, $398, Coach.com.

Necklace: F21, $8, Earrings: $6, Bangles: $5, Forever21.com.

Cuff: $12, Flea Market.

BY: ADELAIDE LAU, MAKEUP ARTIST: YVONNE DING

rhianna atwood TREND sits one-on-one with the America's Next Top Model's Cycle 15 contestant by: BridgĂŠtt Rangel-Rexford photographed by: Erika Johnson makeup by: Alyssa Mopia

the price of working it off and my favorite dish was a mahi mahi, but really, everything they made was superb.” Rhianna emphasizes the importance that aspiring models don’t have to starve to look their best. Her personal advice for aspiring models is to “rock what you got, ‘cause you never know what is going to be called the “it” girl look these days. And do not be afraid to live your life; you can’t be afraid of it.”

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ive Rhianna some decaf, play her favorite tunes, then pose and flash! With legs that go on for days and round sparkling eyes, San Diego resident Rhianna Atwood and Cycle 15 of America’s Next Top Model contestant, turns any photo shoot into an artistic escapade. For Rhianna, modeling is more than a competition or a beauty pageant; it’s an opportunity to capture a genuine moment. Unadulterated by the seemingly overpowering consumerist world we live in, Rhianna manages to remain true to herself.

Thousands of hopefuls line up each year hoping to make the cut for America’s Next Top Model, with several hundred in the San Diego location alone. Girls sweat through at least 10 cuts until, at last, fourteen deserving girls are cast on the first episode. She was chosen 3rd during selection of the final 14 girls. In response to how each round felt, Rhianna stated firmly, “I usually don’t think bad things; it’s a self-fulfilling prophecy thing. I heard someone once say that ‘All you have to do in life is show up and do your best.’” That mindset is certainly what propelled Rhianna through each round! In the fashion industry, both a fit body and thick skin are required for a successful modeling career. Despite the heightened stress and seemingly cut-throat expectations of the modeling world, she insists that being on America’s Next Top Model was worth it. Rhianna is forever grateful for her time on the show: “I never knew what was going to happen next. I made lifelong friends and learned a lot about myself and the world around me. It is an experience that cannot be bought nor reproduced in my life.”

Rhianna’s encounter with American fashion designer Zac Posen was by far her favorite. Dreamily, Rhianna recollected, “When I first saw him, he was this beautiful being with a glow around him. Everything he said and did had a purpose. He liked my style and I liked his everything!” She felt flattered when the designer chose her as his fit model. She tried on the entire line for visual appearance and consistency purposes. The next day for the model’s show, he put her in “this beautiful hot-salmon-colored dress that was reminiscent to London in the ‘60s”. In retrospect, Rhianna stated that Zac Posen is “the very best in my eyes.”

Contrary to popular belief, anorexia is not the main diet plan for most models. The show required a proper and healthy diet. There were always fabulous chefs that prepared delectable food for Rhianna and the cast to indulge. “For the record, models eat! We just have to pay

Rhianna’s modeling career began at an early age. In elementary school, she used to practice walking on the top of lunch tables, reminiscing “they were all lined together; I had tons of runways shows…just for myself of course.” Though her mother shared Rhianna’s dream and was extremely supportive, Rhianna never signed to a modeling agency. Yet her time in the spotlight came when, a few years later, she would receive the “casting call” of a lifetime on America’s Next Top Model. Since then, Rhianna dreamily stated that “time can’t account for the ways I have aged. Not in maturity or the way adults seem to close up as they get older, but I have aged in spirit and creativity.” Rhianna takes reign of her inspirations and uses her poses as an outlet for her imagination. This skill allows her to transform from an animal to a soft charming doll, becoming consumed in the role she must play. Rhianna confided “I receive influences at random, it could be a terrible feeling or the way sticks accumulate in a fire-pit or perhaps the way a painting draws me to itself.”

Perhaps the most defining trait that set Rhianna apart from the rest of the cast is her eclectic style. Her blue hat was a bohemian dream: a cobalt blue trilby hat with a narrow brim, embellished with Native American styled beadwork spouting from the front. The hat belonged to her grandmother, “who has had a huge impact on my style. I feel very …myself when I wear her things.” Although Rhianna adore designers such as Jill Stuart, Jean Paul Gaultier, Prabal Gurung and Libertine, Rhianna’s wardrobe is overflowing with vintage pieces. She loves thrifting at Jet Rag in LA, etsy.com and Flashbacks in Hillcrest, a secondhand store she previously worked at. “I just think it’s weird seeing other people with the same clothes as me, so I like thrift stores” Rhianna noted, giving hint to how her unique flavor translates into what she wears as well.

So what does it take to be successful in your life whether it is becoming a model, designer or student? As astute Rhianna avowed with a cooing voice, “You need to stick to what you are good at, because we only live once and need to utilize our potential. Why do anything else?” Rhianna Atwood is currently living in Mexico at a model house continuing her road onto stardom.

“You need to stick to what you are good at because we only live once and need to utilize our potential.�

HAIR BY: CHRISTINE GAMALINDA

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EGAN ATSUMOTO

BY: GLORIA MOLINA-ESTOLANO

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ute, charismatic, and ambitious, Megan

Matsumoto has figured out how to deal with conflicting cultures all while maintaining a positive attitude and conserving important family values. This Japanese American has made the most of the tragic consequences of WWII that have affected her family. Both her grandfathers fought against each other during WWII, causing racial tensions between both sides of her family for generations.

However, Megan claims that being half Japanese has played an enormous role in the way she has grown up and how she identifies with her culture. “I grew up in a white community where people never saw minorities. Even though I didn’t look different, people just knew.” Though growing up in a seemingly homogeneous community was a challenge, she realizes that this experience has made her the person she is.

“It made me want to bond more with my culture, because I was seen as an outsider. Coming to Southern California was weird, because I became the token white girl as opposed to the token Asian.”

Megan’s love for her culture is evident, as she embraces the ability to learn Japanese in order to be able to communicate with her relatives in Japan when she goes back this summer. Though she hasn’t been back in two years, she loves the town her father grew up in. “It’s my favorite place in the world, everyone is so nice. People just invite you into their homes off the street and are so kind. It’s more of a community. In the Asian culture you grow up with your family and respect is the most important. You have certain values that we seem to be losing in America.” One of the most valuable lessons Megan has learned from her parents is the value of hard work. “My parents worked extremely hard to get where they are, and I think I really picked up on their hard work to get things that I really want.”

Where will this hard work take her? Influenced by her mother, Megan has always wanted to be a doctor.

However, she has recently started to branch out of this realm and seems to be happy to explore the possibilities.

“Whatever I end up doing is going to be what I’m meant to do, as long as I’m happy it doesn’t matter. No matter what you

do, you can be happy in your life.” This carefree optimism drives this self-proclaimed people pleaser and problem solver to pursue a career in social work or psychology.

“Growing up, I always offered advice that was not supposed to be offered by 8-year-olds.” As she gets older, this wisdom will undoubtedly help her help others in whatever career path she chooses to pursue.

Megan’s interests are extensive, and she loves design, architecture, and fashion. “I’m pretty good with makeup, and whenever we go out, I’m the one who does all my roommates makeup and hair and chooses our outfits.

I love designing things.” She also dabbles in photography, and takes hundreds of pictures with her friends for “funsies”. Describing her personal style as a mix of feminine and grunge, Megan goes for a casual day-to-day look that accentuates her figure. “I like to celebrate the fact that I’m not stick thin. Guys prefer curves. Only in high fashion or couture do you see stick thin models, but Victoria’s Secret models have curves.” In high school, Megan’s style was more eccentric and trendy. “In high school I would follow fashion magazines and wear the most outrageous things. I would wear heels all the time. Three inches on the world is a whole new perspective.” Now that she treks miles around UCSD and takes her long board everywhere, however, heels are impractical, and she claims to be more conservative with her style. “Now instead of copying everything from fashion magazines, I add my own day-to-day twist on it, something that’s practical to wear out in public.”

Her relaxed, carefree attitude has permeated both her fashion sense and her lifestyle. Though her studies are important to her, Megan is dedicating her time to living in the moment and making most of the day-to-day opportunities that present themselves. “I spent so much of my life studying that I’m trying to gain it back. I’m spending less time focusing on my future and more time on what I’m doing with my life now.” Megan hopes to enter the fashion industry as a model one day, and based on her performance as our cover girl, we can easily say that she will be a great success.

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“Whatever I end up doing is going to be what I’m meant to do; as long as I’m happy, it doesn’t matter.

No matter what you do, you can be happy in your life.”

street chic How many times have you seen photos, taken from international fashion shows, of those lanky models sashaying down the runway, and thought to yourself, “awesome, but when am I ever going to wear THAT?” If you have, let me reassure you, that is what you should be thinking. Most of us mere mortals do not have occasions to attend in which a Badgley Mischka couture ball gown would be the appropriate attire.

And while Cynthia Rowley’s satin, green, appliqued harem pants looked great on the runway at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in February, they aren’t a piece that most would realistically splurge on. What is realistic is being inspired by these designers, and creating looks that are fashion forward, eye-catching, but most importantly, still wearable.

There is an intricate art to combining runway originality and fierceness with the wearability of everyday styles. But when that combination

is perfected, the effect is truly marvelous. Street fashion is all about taking high fashion to the streets (duh), where it is most important for fashion to be.

Very few people are lucky enough to have front row seats at New York Fashion Week, so the rest of us have to rely on what we see walking past us during the day (and night). Street fashion is how we get inspired; how trends are created and morphed. It is fearless, but it is feasible too. Fashion bloggers, such as Rumi Neely, have made a living out of sharing their attainable but extremely chic fashion sense, and the best part is, you learn that you don’t have to break the bank to be fabulous. Shops such as H&M and Zara, and websites like Modcloth and Topshop feature adorable designs at affordable prices. So venture forth, young fashionistas. Channel your inner diva, and remember, the sidewalk is your catwalk, so strut your stuff!

compiled by: Bria Balliet and Sandra Sopol makeup and photos by Selene Jamal

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the hues of spring

hair by: Christine Gamalinda studio courtesy of: DK3 Studios

From left to rightPetticoat Alle, Macy’s, $78 BCBGirls, Macy’s, $80 Ali Ra, Nordstrom, $248 Rachel Roy, Macy’s, $65 D.E.P.T, Macy’s, $60

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blog takeover

by: Monica Chang

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n the past, budding student fashionistas everywhere looked toward celebrities and runway shows for inspiration on what to wear to class. Recently however, fashion blogs have been a new source of creativity on piecing together a new outfit for the day.

Fashion blogging has all of a sudden surmounted traditional sources in popularity as it is an easy way to access different types of runway trends, street style, and the personal style of the blogger as well. The informality of it all is what usually draws the audience in because the blogger is more likely to be an ordinary person who just has a great interest in clothing, like the majority of students in the fashion world.

In addition, the aspects that draw the attention of the readers towards the fashion blogs are the many diverse topics of fashion that are blogged about. Fashion blogs also create a way for the reader to look from the outside in on the fashion industry. In this sense, it is easier for the reader to relate to the blogger and the blog itself as the blog posts are written in a more realistic approach. Also, bloggers, unlike magazines, focus on points that the bloggers themselves are interested in so it can create a connection between the reader and the blogger since they share a common interest.

Because of the increasing recognition of these fashion blogs, fashionistas now look more towards the blogs for tips on how to wear clothes instead of magazines. Sometimes a blogger may even make a picture list of up and coming trends.

The easily readable, easily accessible web form, make blogging both fun to do and read.

boys,

boys,

boys

Your boyfriend has the looks, the charm, the personality and the brains. But, the one thing that you know is stopping him from becoming a man is his style.

The one essential that turn boys to men is fit. Tell your boyfriend it is not the ‘90s anymore. Tall tees and baggy jeans are out. Wearing basketball shorts and a colorful hoodie to class is gone. The bigger the clothes do not mean the bigger the man. The slimmer the fit, the better you can show off your boyfriend’s lean bod.

How to Dress your Boyfriend: 1. Begin with jeans.

Unlike women, the basic start of a man’s outfit is his jeans. If he is afraid of the skinny fit, show him the wonders of the straight leg fit.

Every man needs the essential dark wash jeans. If he is bold, try also grayish tones also.

2. Fitted shirts We cannot stress fit enough. Guys may feel constricted by fitted shirts but let your man know you want him to accentuate his arms and his torso. Neutral tops and light colors complement dark jeans well.

One or two bold colored tops are essential for variety.

3. Button-ups always look good.

What is sexier than a nice flannel or a clean button-up shirt? A man can always throw on a button-up for a casual get-together or a date without a hassle and still look good.

Flannels and button-up shirts are necessary in your boyfriend’s closet.

4. Keep the accessories simple.

All a man needs are a good pair of shoes and a great watch. Buy shoes that balance the outfit. Shoes that are black and gray always go well with dark jeans. His watch should be versatile to complement his everyday wear. by: Christina Kim

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spotlight winner: Erica Oneto

bold & brilliant blogger

An archaeologist and studio artist in the making, UCSD’s very own Erica Oneto is taking the internet by storm. Her fun eclectic style with a charming personality to match landed her as the “Best Dressed” winner at our Fall 2010 style contest. Aside from being a studious scholar, Erica updates her blog with the latest fashion news, photography and film. The site is about appreciating creativity and celebrating artistry of individuals.

Visit skeletonkeyy.blogspot.com to see more of Erica’s work!

1. When and why did you begin your blog?

I started my blog the summer after my senior year of high school. It was for a number of reasons. I have a few fashion blogs that I follow religiously, particularly ones that showcase both clothes and art or film. I’m always stumbling across art and photography online that I find really inspiring, so I thought it would be fun to have a blog that not only had my own personal photography/fashion but that also featured artists and fashion photography.

2. The photography is amazing. Do you have professional training or is this an innate talent of yours?

Well thanks! I’ve never had any professional training in photography, but I do have a pretty nice camera I splurged on a couple of years ago. (It’s a Canon Rebel XS and I love it to death!) To take pictures of myself, I use a tripod and the timer on my camera. Some of the other pictures are taken by my friends (who I have to bribe into taking pictures for me), but I am really nitpicky about the angles and orientation, so I’m practically the one taking the pictures anyway. Haha.

3. How would you describe your blog?

What genre?

Hmm good question. I am going to have to say that it’s a personal style and inspiration blog... I post all sorts of things: my own outfits, other people’s outfits, clothes or stores I like, artwork and photography.

4. Where do you get your fashion inspiration?

You dress fabulously!

I get inspiration from literally everywhere.

Of course there are the blogs that I follow regularly, but I also really like to follow street style blogs. One of the other things I do is keep an “inspiration book”, which is basically a blank book in which I paste pictures from magazines and catalogs of clothes I like. I cut out the pictures and make collages on the pages, so it’s half fashion-inspiration and half art project. It’s a lot of fun to make.

5. What year and college are you in? What is your major?

I’m a freshman in Sixth College, with a

double major in Archaeology and Studio Art. 6. What do you plan on doing in the future?

I have far too many interests at the moment to settle for just one. I think I would love to work in fashion somehow, but I’m not quite sure what exactly I would want to do. I’m also really interested in costume design for movies, particularly historical costumes. Some of my favorite movies (for costumes) include Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, and Marie Antoinette.

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dress: final touch, dreamgirls, $35 statement ring: detour, $16.00 necklace: ninny muggins, $15 opposite pagetop: aaron ashe, chillers shoroom, $196 shorts: yi, vintage, $25 headband: arturo rios, the village hatshop, $115 necklace: bon bons a girly boutique, $41

leftshorts: oxford circus, dreamgirls, $32 blouse: lush, home (north park location), $32.50 ring: valencia, $13.99 righthat: lola luna, $16 dress: ya los angeles, dreamgirls, $39 belt: dreamgirls, $13

dress: home, vintage, $29 silver clock necklace: ninny muggins, $18 silver beaded pear necklace: forever 21, $7.99 double ring: wetseal, $5

dress: d’closet, $10 necklace: just lov3, $14 white flower: dreamgirls, $10 opposite pagetop: forever 21, $28 beaded cuff: bon bons a girly boutique, $42 bangle: forever 21, $5 feathered earring: valencia $13.00

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top: just lov3, $42 shorts: free people, detour, $58 ring: detour, $21.99 necklace: just lov3, $18

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Bon Bon's Girly Boutique 2690 Via de la Valle Del Mar, CA 92014 (714) 325-2563 www.shopbonbons.com Bubbles‌ A Unique Boutique 226 Fifth Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 (866) 236-9003 bubblesboutique.com Chillers Showroom 4667 Cass Street San Diego, CA 92109 (858) 274-3112 www.chillersclothing.com Detour Salon and Boutique 594 South Coast Highway 101 Encinitas, CA 92024 (866) 469-6155 www.detoursalon.com Dreamgirls Boutique 5054 Newport Avenue San Diego, CA 92107 (619) 223-4836 www.shopdreamgirls.com

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HOME 3031 University Avenue, San Diego, CA 92104 (619) 299-6880 & 629 South Coast Highway Encinitas, CA 92024 (760) 632-6880 Lola Luna Boutique 4985 Newport Avenue San Diego, CA 92107 (619) 222-6811 Just LOV3 7729 Fay Ave La Jolla, CA 92037 (858) 551-8505 Material 2910 University Avenue.

San Diego, CA 92104 (619) 255-3109 www.domaterial.com Mint Footwear 525 University Ave. San Diego, CA 92103 (619) 291-6468 www.mintshoes.com Ninny Muggens www.etsy.com/shop/ninnymuggens Noon Designs, Inc. 5022 Santa Monica Avenue San Diego, CA 92107 (619) 523-1744 www.noondesignshop.com Valencia 933 Garnet Avenue San Diego, CA 92109 (858) 270-1000 Tutto Cuore 1019 Garnet Avenue San Diego, CA 92109 (858) 490-4685 www.tuttocuore.com

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Wash hair as normal. (Tip: If your hair does not hold a curl well, it’s sometimes best not to shampoo or condition, and simply wet and blow-dry your hair.)

Before blow-drying, add a quarter sized amount of styling cream. Paul Mitchell Fast Form works well.

When it is dry, separate hair into two sections, with one starting just above your ears. Pin the top section up to work on it later.

Using hair from the bottom section, separate into 1-inch strands. Start with the ones closest to your face, and work your way back, holding the curling iron at a horizontal angle. Alternate curling the hair over or under the barrel, so that way the curls will look more natural and not all mesh into one big curl!

After every curl, hair spray and roll the curl around itself and pin it securely to your head with a bobby pin.

After you have finished the bottom section, take down the top. If you have very thick hair, you may need to separate the top section into two.

If you have thick hair and have two more sections left, repeat Step 4 and pin the curls to your head as you go. If this is your last section, go on to Step 8.

Before you begin curling your last section, backcomb your hair near the crown of your head.

This will give your hair more volume.

After your hair is backcombed and smoothed, repeat Step 4 on the top section of your hair. For a current look, stop curling and pin at the ear line.

If you have bangs, leave them out and apply a small drop of styling cream. Blow-dry them away from your face with a round brush and hair spray them to hold the style.

Leave the pins in your hair until it cools. It is best to curl hair before applying make-up so the curls can sit while you do so. After hair is cool, take out the sections and fluff hair gently.

Depending on how loose you want your curls to be, run your fingers through your hair (its best to start conservatively and keep working with the curls until they look the way you like!)

Hair spray again, and you are ready to go!

spring romance by: Adelaide Lau

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1. Begin your day glowing with this primer and luminizer duo; smashbox HYBRID 2 in 1, $34 2. Highly effective eye shadow primer to help your pigments stay put all day; e.l.f. Mineral Eyeshadow Primer, $3 3. Stay don’t stray concealer offers priming for concealers and shadows, but I use it as a perfect daily concealer!

Erase paste will conceal those sleep deprived under eye circles like a genie!

Use the creaseless cream shadow to highlight brow arch bones; benefit togo “stay put” set, $10 4. Protect yourself with SPF while setting your foundation; bareMinerals natural sunscreen loose powder, $28 5. All-you-need travel mini brush set, great quality; $25 (Kmart) 6. Blend wet/dry with these flirty spring colors; Stila Barbie Palette, $40 7. Wink while letting the sun kiss your shaded lashes!; BADgal plum mascara $19 8. Snag sweet cheeks in ‘cabana pink’; Clinique Shimmering Stripes Powder Blusher, $13 9. Seal the deal with a flash of coral puckered lips; Victoria’s Secret lip gloss, $7

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get the look: spring fling Face: Prime your face with your favorite primer and apply foundation with your fingers or a brush. Then, dust on a pink blush to the apples of your cheeks and lightly blend into your temples.

Take a highlighter and apply on your cheekbones for a spring glow.

Eyes: Dab on eye primer. Apply pink eye shadow on the middle of your lid and blend.

Take a light violet shadow to the outer part of your lid and blend into your crease. Apply a shimmery cream colored shadow to the inner corners of your eyes and brow bone.

Take a soft black eyeliner and trace your top and bottom lash line, curl your lashes, and add mascara.

Lips: Finish the look with a rose stained lip color, or simply wear a coral shimmery lip gloss.

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