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MONDAY OCTOBER 7,2013
THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
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Models showcase sequined, jewel-toned dresses at Kansas City Fashion Week on Friday, Oct. 4 at Union Station. New looks for the fall season were the focus of the show
Kansas City Fashion Week designers debut fall trends
HANNAH SUNDERMEYER
hsundermeyer@kansan.com
Fall has finally hit Lawrence, signaling the return of oversized sweaters, riding boots and scarves. Along with it comes new autumn looks straight off the runway of Kansas City Fashion Week. Get ready — it looks like this season is all about standing out.
Statement Jewelry
This season, accessories are a hit. Dominant throughout nearly all of the showcased designers at KCFW, bold statement pieces such as thick bangles and chunky, detailed necklaces provide the perfect accent to more simplistic outfits. Erin Stegman's collection pulled from Erin Paige Designs exhibited the perfect way to balance out the contrast between soft colors and daring accessories.
Paired with flowing, white gowns,
Stegman created a dozen variations of vibrantly-colored, floral necklaces. Adding a few fabulous statement accessories opens doors of possibilities for your fall wardrobe. When shopping, look for unique pieces in eye-catching colors, textures and designs.
The bolder the better. To make this look more wearable, pair casual, lightweight neutrals with the jewelry — avoid patterned, beaded or lace tops. Stick with darker jeans or leggings to complete the look.
galaxy Prints
While intimidating at first, when styled correctly, anyone can pull off the new galaxy prints that have quickly taken the fashion scene.
For those brave enough to try out the newest indie look, this outer space inspired trend can easily be dressed up or down. Similar to statement jewelry, when paired with understated colors — especially darks — the print can hold its own.
Galaxy print can be found in dresses, tops, leggings and even shoes. Take advantage of this trend because it won't last to infinity and beyond.
Earth-Toned Neutrals
Commonly associated with the fall season, earth-toned neutrals are undoubtedly the most popular aspect of the autumn months. Search the stores for flowy blouses, skirts, pants and dresses in browns, tans, warm grays and greens.
Lace-up combat boots in browns and blacks can toughen up this soft look, along with intricate copper-toned necklaces, earrings and bracelets.
Especially for those on a college budget, stores such as Forever 21, Urban Outfitters and H&M are a great place to hunt for additions to your fall wardrobe.
Edited by Paige Lytle
Andrea Marie - Kansas City Fashion Week Designer
For this collection, what was your main inspiration?
For this collection, what was your main inspiration?
"For this collection, my tag line has always been Antique Romance. I tried to incorporate a feminine feel throughout the pieces, starting with colors and textures. I have always been really inspired by the silhouettes created by different fabrics."
What is your favorite piece?
"Definitely the cage skirt. I really think it incorporates a little bit of everything from my collection, and really ties it all together. It is hard to choose though, because I love everything about this season's collection 100 times more than I did my previous collection."
Do you have any advice for aspiring designers?
"I actually graduated from the University of Kansas, and majored in theater design. The best advice I can give is to do your craft all the time. Volunteer, ask to be somebody's intern. You then have the opportunity to work, and learn what to do."
Morgan Trout - Model
What has been your favorite part of being involved with Kansas City Fashion Week?
"I have been involved with the event for about a year and a half, and I absolutely love it. It's such a blast, and I love meeting all kinds of new people. I always end up coming home with a ton of new friends."
MUSIC
Patrick to star in country music video
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KANSAS CITY. Kan. — Danica Patrick and Ricky Stenhouse Jr. decided to test out their acting chops, and do a little flirting in public, for a new country music video that was released this week.
NASCAR's power couple has starring roles for Colt Ford's new single, "Drivin' Around Song."
In the video, Patrick and Ford are waiting for Stenhouse, playing an auto repair man, to fix their broken-down vehicle. Patrick flirts
with Stenhouse and then steals a set of keys to an all-terrain vehicle parked outside, and then takes Ford on a spin through Mooresville, N.C. Patrick said she was not acting when she flirted with Stenhouse, whom she's been dating for a while. "When I look at him I smile," she said, "so that was not hard."
Patrick is certainly accustomed to mainstream spotlight. She's graced numerous magazine covers and been involved in countless photo shoots, not to mention prominently displayed in the sometimes racy Super Bowl commercials for her sponsor, GoDaddy.
the attention is a little more new to Stenhouse, a Sprint Cup rookie, which makes it a bit odd that he's the one who has to deliver some lines in the video. Patrick never speaks.
"When we got the call to do that I told her we had to. It was the first time I had ever done anything like that and you could tell it was a little nerve-racking." Stenhouse said. "It seemed like everybody liked the
video so far, so it was cool."
Patrick said the filming was completed just a few weeks ago.
"I's cool to see it out. It was a lot of fun to do. It was a beautiful day in Mooresville that day," Patrick said. "Those are the fun things that you get to do outside of the car." Ford, whose real name is Jason Brown, released his first album in 2008. He also co-wrote and originally recorded the song "Dirt Road Anthem" that Brantley Gilbert turned into a hit.
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Driver Danica Patrick walks through the garage area before practicing for Sunday's NASCAR Sprint Cup series auto race at Kansas Speedway in Kansas City, Kan., Friday, Oct. 4.