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EDITORIAL BOARD
JOCELYN LAM EDITOR IN CHEIF EUNIE KIM ART DIRECTOR KIKI KOLAKOWSKI PRODUCER HANNAH HWANG MARKETER PATRICK HAMMIE SPONSOR
MODELS MARISSA FENCL SARA TIMBERLAKE SADIE TEPER CHELSEA CHOI PHOEBE MEI CHRISTINE LIU VERONICA MOSQUERA NAOMI MORIMOTO PHOEBE MEI MADDIE WOLFE TAYLOR CARLSON
SHADES OF SPRING ‘TIS A GIFT TO BE SIMPLE KEEP CALM & PUT A T-SHIRT ON FIT FOR THE JOB SPRING LOOKBOOK SPRING LOOKBOOK SPRING LOOKBOOK SPRING LOOKBOOK SPRING LOOKBOOK SPRING LOOKBOOK SPRING LOOKBOOK
This publication is a creative colloboration between the individuals lsted above. A fashion magazine directed towards fine art majors, it is our honors project for the James Scholar program for the Spring semester of 2012. All images are taken by us, or taken from Creative Commons for non-commerical reuse unless otherwise noted.
EDITO R’S NOTE JOCELYN LAM
Hi readers!
spring is when
a fresh start is awaiting. Now, it’s safe to pack away your coveted Uggs and Nordic prints. Your heavy puffed coats can now retreat into a slumber, and soft pastel colors and chiffon tops suddenly reappear on store racks. Warm sunrays shine on patterned rain boots. A clean closet is filled with fitted clothing and show-stopper shades. This is why I love spring. In this first installment of thread, you’ll learn to lose all the charcoal covered t-shirts you’ve ever owned. You’ll have a new approach towards fashion: having a stronger sense of style seamlessly blended with the aesthetic sense of your artwork. As art students, sometimes it gets really easy to invest so much time on projects that you don’t have time for yourself. I, along with the rest of our editorial board, am here to change that. From designing your own graphic tees to choosing a memorable interview outfit that says, “I am THE artist,” I now bestow our best style tips on the new trends of this spring. Here’s to the future of fashionable, young artists and the publishing of many more great issues.
happy reading!
TABL E OF CONTEN TS body shape
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color theor y
poll: time
simple style
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diy t-shirt poll: wardrobe inter view attire best dressed spring lookbook meet us
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S H O W O F F T H AT
BODY YOU GOT LASS
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Most women favor this curvaceous body shape, despite the uniqueness of other shapes. Flaunt off your tiny waist with belts or gathered-waist dresses and tops. Just make sure to steer clear of baggy clothing and anything that has a busy pattern or ruffles because it will overemphasize your curves.
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Also known as the “ruler,� this silhouette can look good in almost anything. Just avoid turtlenecks or tops with necklines that are above the collarbone. Tops like this will make your body look formless. Be careful of choices of clothing that highlight your lack of curves, such as tight clothing or low cut tops.
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illustrations by JOCELYN LAM // stories by JOCELYN LAM
veryone is born a different shape and size. We weren’t born into a one-size-fits-all world, so we’ve broken down body types into four categories. Remember, no two girls are exactly the same size, and no size is fitted perfectly to any girl. To determine what body type you are, the key areas to measure are the width of the shoulders, waist, and hips. Find out what your measurements are and see which sketch is closest to your own body.
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Choose bottoms that flow and do not hug or wrap around your hips. To even out the proportion, try hugging tops and chunky necklaces that make your torso busier and draw attention away from the hips. Try an A-line skirt to elongate the hips, and avoid baggy clothing that emphasizes your heavy bottom.
INVERTED
TRIANGLE
V-necks and scoop necks help elongate the neck and minimize broad shoulders. To even out the balance of your heavier top, try bottoms that hug your hips like pencil skirts or some hip hugging jeans. Try to avoid narrow collars because they can make your neck look small against the form of the shoulders.
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SHADES OF
SPRING photo by KIKI KOLAKOWSKI stories by JOCELYN LAM
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rom pure pale to deep umber, our skin tones dictate the way certain colors appear on our bodies. Color is a powerful tool that can translate our emotions: warmth, coolness, boldness, and softness. Nice clothes aren’t cheap, especially for art students who have expensive supplies to buy. Read our theories on color to ensure that your money will be well spent on clothes that are the right shades, hues, and tints for you.
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PICK Y UR
PA L E T T E Pastels are back in business! This spring, update your wardrobe by trying out our favorite pastels.
CREAM
RUBY RED
LIGHT YELLOW
POWDER BLUE MINT FAIR SKIN
NEUTRAL SKIN
DARK SKIN
With a cool and pale skin tone, colors near pink, blue, and purple best fit. Try to avoid anything murky or colors that have an olive tone. Remember to compliment your skin, not pair it with any clashing colors.
Most neutral skin tones go with warm or cool colors. Your body will look good in any color your heart desires. Just make sure you don’t mix too many at once and end up looking like a confused rainbow.
With undertones of olive and gold, warm colors tend to suit dark skin tones well. Red, gold, yellow, orange, and dark brown all look great on dark skin. Avoid anything bold because it tends to appear harsh.
photo by HANNAH HWANG
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all polls designed & compiled by HANNAH HWANG results as voted by the UIUC Art Foundation class of 2015
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‘tis a
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simple Our style secret this spring? Simplicity. Lend an eye to our styling tips for an effortless and clean-cut look. photos by EUNIE KIM, KIKI KOLAKOWSKI
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SHADES
UMBRELLA SCARF
LAYERED NECKLACES
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BASIC ARTICLES
// style checklist UMBRELLAS Umbrellas aren’t only good for protecting you from rain; they can be as much a part of your outfit as anything you’re wearing. Choose flashy patterns that suit your aesthetic taste.
SHADES Anyone can sport cheap, plain Ray Ban knockoffs. But it takes an artist to sport iconic stunners that make you look like you’re worth a million bucks. Choose playful, bright varieties.
SCARVES Take your taste of design to the next level by buying pieces that have an elemet of spunk to them. Look for sparkles, intricate prints, bold color combos, and loop them in unique ways.
NECKLACES Buying jewelry pieces that are fashionable, unique, cheap, and versatile may be challenging. Make the best out of your purchases by scoping out adaptable pieces you can alter.
umbrella and sunglasses photos courtesy of POLYVORE.COM, story by EUNIE KIM
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EDITORS’ PICKS our favorite pieces this spring
kiki eunie
My favorite article of clothing this spring is a pair of jeggings. They look like a nice pair of jeans, but they’re just as comfortable as leggings. I love the dark wash ones because I can wear them with almost any top.
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The best way to spruce up a simple outfit is with a pair of colorful patterned Nike high tops. You can tell a lot about a girl from the shoes she’s wearing, so if she’s wearing bold ones, you know she’s fearless.
joy hannah
My must-have piece is a classic pencil skirt. They’re so basic; you can customize them to create different types of looks. I like to pair it with a collared chiffon top for a professional look or a printed top for a casual look.
My one-charm, simple necklace is my favorite accessory because it has sentimental value. Its silver chain and whimsical charm don’t draw too much attention to my neck, but wearing a dark top can subtly play it up.
photos by HANNAH HWANG
KEEP CALM & n o t r i h s T a t u p
KOWSKI
photo by KIKI KOLA ANG story by HANNAH HW
SELF DO-IT-YOUR E TE IC GRAPH
MATERIALS
Bristol pad or cardboard, 2HB pencil, Exacto knife, newsprint, fabric paint, paintbrushes, extra decorations
STEP 1
Using cardboard or some thick paper like your Bristol pad, figure out what design you want and lay it out with a pencil. Use your Exacto knife to carefully cut out your design.
STEP 2
Lay newspaper or newsprint paper on the inside of your shirt so the paint doesn’t bleed through. Lay some of that paper on top of your shirt near your design to prevent any mess.
STEP 3
To create, you can use fabric paint. Dab some of it onto the sponge and then apply it on top of your stencil. Use a paintbrush or different tools to change up the resulting texture of the design.
STEP 4
Let everything dry. Now you can wear your very own original graphic tee!
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The debate between skirts and pants is finally over, according to the class of 2015 Art + Design students. Students voted and decided whether they prefer pants or skirts.
Whether it’s an interview for your major or for your dream job, you need to dress to impress. We asked students who had recently been interviewed advice on what to wear. The results conclude that black pants, pencil skirts, and scarves were key items students wanted to sport at their interviews.
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fit for the job
what to wear to your next interview photo by NAVEEN RAJA story by EUNIE KIM
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he manner in which you adorn your body for an interview is a direct reflection of your artistic vision and taste. Long story short – if your clothes are boring, they’ll think your ideas are boring too. Choosing articles inspired by traditional suit pieces can be effective, but distinct and unique details are a must. If you’re going to sport your traditional blazer, grab your employer’s attention by wearing a unique maxi dress that sets you apart from the crowd. Traditional silhouettes of business casual dresses, too, can make a statement with a pop of color (i.e. on a skinny belt) or a subdued print that reflects your personality.
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photo by KIKI KOLAKOWSKI interview by KIKI KOLAKOWSKI poll compiled by HANNAH HWANG
Personally, how important is fashion to you? “It’s important in that I think it’s an interesting thing to have be a part of your life, I guess. I consider it a part of my life as a designer.”
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meet the th HANNAH HWANG INDUSTRIAL DESIGN EVERY GIRL NEEDS: sweatpants, but walking out nicely dressed makes my day brighter
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EUNIE KIM INDUSTRIAL DESIGN OBSESSIONS: - Vera Bradley items - nifty keychains - crewnecks
hee team!
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KIKI KOLAKOWSKI GRAPHIC DESIGN ART EDUCATION
JOCELYN LAM INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
FAVORITES: - the color blue - stylish pencil skirts - electronic, indie, pop
IN HER WARDROBE: mostly dresses with floral prints, lacy fabrics, and light chiffon tops
photo by NAVEEN RAJA
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thread VOLUME 1, ISSUE 1 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED JAMES SCHOLAR | SPRING 2012