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TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2014
THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
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URNING HEADS
Red-carpet fashion inspires everyday outfits
Students can recreate celebrity style with smart shopping and coordination
PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY BRENT BURFORD/KANSAN
HANNAH SUNDERMEYER
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While many of us probably aren't rushing out to buy Miley Cyrus inspired onesies, awards show fashion often displays some of most incredible pieces in the industry. Stars sporting the upcoming season's hottest trends, by some of the most esteemed designers, can provide inspiration for us average joes. You don't have to be walking the red carpet to incorporate high fashion into everyday life.
This awards show season has been all about color, color, color. Stars sporting vibrant reds, chic basic blacks, deep blues and eyepopping emeralds have won the affections of fashion lovers. Fortunately, it is fairly easy to carry this red carpet trend over to day-to-day life When picking a bold color to focus your outfit around consider your hair and skin
Color
tone. Generally, greens and teals compliment fair skin, while pinks, oranges and blues light up against warmer tones. Once you find a color that brings out your best, you can easily accessorize and shop for wearable pieces. Keep an eye out for statement jackets, dresses and pants in your desired color. When wearing bold colors, less is always more. Keep accessories simple and delicate to keep everyone's focus on the main piece.
Sparkle
This trend can be very wearable when purchased in moderation and paired with neutrals. Try for a sparkling statement necklace or other accessory if you are nervous to try a full piece. Shimmery neutrals are a great way to start. They can be found in sweaters, scarves and blouses, making day-to-day sparkle accessible and chic rather than cheap and gaudy looking. Also, branch out and try pairing sparkles with soft
grays and white. However, if you are feeling daring on your next night out, sequin dresses are a nice alternative to the traditional LBD. Keep your hair and makeup simple to contrast the daring look.
From graphics to floral, celebrities such as Ariana Grande and Katy Perry manage to elegantly pull off this busy trend. Paired with the right accessories and colors, "look at me" prints and patterns can draw the right kind of attention. A minimalist approach to a printed outfit is ideal. Keep a bold look in check by pairing with a monochromatic color. For example, a printed top with pants of a similar color, or vice versa. Also, try softening up bolder prints with a hint of color - whether it is a cardigan, shoe or bag. With jewelry, try mixing metals to provide interesting contrast.
Prints
Edited by Austin Fisher
'Sneakerheads' collect sought-after brand names
CHICKS ROCKIN' KICKS
LIAZMINE POLK
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As the weather gets colder, most females trade their sandals and Sperrys for UGGs and biker boots.
However, some are now rocking a new trend: sneakers.
Sneaker collecting began in the late 1970s as part of the hiphop movement in New York, according to MentalFloss.com.
according to Michael Leavitt.
Since then, sneaker collecting has grown into a large community of people who share a passion for shoes, called "sneakerheads."
Sneaker collections can include Jordans (also known as J's), Foamposites, Lebrons, KDs and Nike Air Maxes, just to name a few. The sneakerhead community is largely comprised of males, but recently more females are starting to wear and collect sneakers.
This trend has been seen on the feet of celebrities such as Rihanna, Kim Kardashian, Rita Ora, and even Miley Cyrus. In her song "23," she sings, "Tatted up, mini skirt with my 'J's on."
The trend has even been spotted on our campus. Neema Innocent, a senior from Seat Pleasant, Md., started collecting sneakers in 2011.
She now has 30 pairs. Her friends say that you'll never see her without a fresh pair on her feet.
"I used to put in extra hours
at work, set aside the money and be at Footlocker first thing in the morning when they dropped." Innocent said.
sneaker collecting comes at a high price as some sneakers can cost hundreds of dollars in stores and may be resold for thousands online. popular demand, collector's sneakers aren't easy to get.
Shoes used to be released on Saturday mornings at 7:30 a.m., but because many people wanted to get their hands on a pair of the latest kicks, violence and chaos broke-out at malls around the country.
Now, stores use a lottery system to maintain order.
Females may think they're limited to wearing heels, boots and sandals, but incorporating sneakers into their wardrobe adds versatility and an urban-chic vibe.
"I think more girls should wear sneakers because they can go with almost everything and each shoe has a different colorway and history."
"I prefer sneakers because they are more comfortable and more my style, which is a mixture of girly and tomboy," Innocent said.
So, if you're looking for a new style to try this winter, don't be afraid to do something different and rock some kicks.
Edited by Nick Chadbourne
PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY BEN LIPOWITZ/KANSAN
Jazmine Polk, Dee Richardson and Neema Innocent pose with their sneakers on the steps of Wescoe Hall. The sneakerhead community is largely comprised of males, but recently more females are starting to wear and collect sneakers.
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