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FASHION COLUMN
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2012
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Wife of Republican candidate Mitt Ronney, Ann Ronney wears a sheer floral top while meeting supporters in Gainesville, Fla. This potential First Lady knows that necklace necklaces and sheer fabrics are so hot right now.
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First Lady Michelle Obama rocks a major trend at Broward College in Davie, Fla. Her navy and black graphic dress is perfectly fashionable for a speech. Perhaps the "Forward" sign on the podium should have fashion above it.
First lady fashion takes center stage
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Forget President Barack Obama and Republican candidate Mitt Romney; let's focus on their fashion-forward wives. First lady Michelle Obama and Ann Romney have stolen the limelight from their politician hubbies thanks to their stylish ways.
For celebrities, physical appearance is crucial. Paparazzi prey constantly, magazines write about you nonstop, and weekly episodes of "Fashion Police" haunt you. The pressure is on. But for political figures, the burden is tripped. Not only must political families always act appropriate, but their outfits must
be in tip-top shape as well. Any slip-ups could cost you an election. Okay, maybe not an election, but style points are definitely deducted. Luckily this year's presidential candidates have nothing to worry about regarding their spouses' wardrobes, for both women are impeccably dressed.
The always fresh-faced Michelle Obama is frequently seen in gowns by fabulous fashion designers such as Jason Wu and Naeem Khan. Proving that she is no presidential diva, Obama also wears affordable brands such as J. Crew. I love how she always manages to show off her fit figure (Have you seen her arms?) without bearing too much skin or dressing inappropriately for her
age. Obama doesn't let her 5-foot-11 height prevent her from wearing heels, either. Embracing her height gains this first lady some serious credit. The graphic and floral prints Mrs. Obama has been caught in recently further prove her fashionable knowledge. It's almost as if she just stepped off the fashion runway and into the White House. Does she have a modeling background I don't know about?
While rumor has it Obama supporter and icy Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintroth is pressing designers to avoid creating pieces for Ann Romney, the famous wife still shines in her wardrobe. Mrs. Rommy sports top designers such as Oscar de la Renta and Alred Fiandaca.
Despite her designer duds, Romney re-wears her outfits, such as the red Alfred Fianda shirt dress that she sported on both "Good Morning America," as well as a victory rally in August. Somewhere, Kate Middleton is proud. My favorite look of Romney's would be the cream skirt suit she wore at the Oct. 3 presidential debate. She nailed an all-white ensemble after Labor Day, a must for women everywhere this winter.
Luckily for America, first lady fashion was not a debate topic. The decision would have been far too challenging. Thankfully, the election is about much less complicated things, like war and economics.
- Edited by Brian Sisk
Competition to find the most stylish student
CONTEST
If you want to be recognized for your outstanding sense of fashion, here's your chance.
Syntiks, a popular virtual closet site and iPhone app, is looking through the whole world to find one student whose closet
stands out alongside popular celebrities
"The goal of this competition is to find the Most Stylish Student to highlight them alongside celebrities, bloggers, and style influencers," said Jessica Novak, Stylitis Marketing Manager. "We are all about recognizing people's everyday style, so we want to showcase the real items and outfits worn by celebrities and
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The competition began on Oct. 25 and will run through Nov. 9. The competition is open to any high school or college student who signs up an account on Stylistics.com under the "I'm A Student" tab. Over 1000 entries are expected.
According to Novak, the winner will be featured alongside celebrities and style
icons including Steven Kolb, president of the CFDA, Sam Lim, the EIC of Fashion Indie, and Kate Voegele of the show One Tree Hill.
"We will also showcase their blog and or social media networks," she said.
The competition's winner will be announced Nov. 12.
Elly Grimm
Guy 1: You know why they call Chicago the Windy City?
Guy 2: Because the wind smes off Lake Michigan.
Guy 11, man, it's because the politicians there always give really long speeches; they're long-winded.
Guy 1: Nah, it's because the
Guy: He ruined Telletubies.
Guy. Dude, I'm not saying that an Avengers/Justice League movie wouldn't work. I'm just saying that the situation that
brings them together needs to make sense.
Girl. You have a guy in a metal suit, a God from a different planet, a strong strong guy and a guy with the same powers as SpongeBob — what part of any of that actually makes sense?
Guy 1; I'l look it up.
Guy 1: Yeah, so I can challenge everything you say.
Guy 2: Man, I love smart phones.
Guy 2: Everybody does.
CATCH OF THE WEEK
WHAT DO YOU LOOK FOR IN A GUY?
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE
THING ABOUT YOURSELF?
I look for charm, nice, good-looking guys, of course with a good sense of humor. I like the smooth operator-type, thatfs my number one. Overall though, smooth, charming, funny and very witty.
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I really love how uninhibited I am. I don't have a lot of fears; I put myself out there. I'm a really outgoing person. I'm not afraid to be embarrassed.
WHAT WOULD BE YOUR IDEAL LOCATION FOR A FIRST DATE?
I'm not picky, I like to talk shit, so I would love to go to an arcade and play a lot of games and stuff. Something with a competitive
HOMETOWN: Las Vegas, Nevada
YEAR: Senior
MAJOR: Journalism
INTERESTED IN: Men
edge where there's always something going on. An arcade would be a lot of fun. Anything from playing Monopoly in a library to a gym working out, anything competitive really.
IF YOU WENT INTO WAL-
GREENS AND COULD ONLY
BUY ONE THING, WHAT
WOULD IT BE AND WHY?
It would be a tie between
candy or nail polish. I love nail
polish. I have more than 150,
so if there is a color that I can
resist, then I'm gonna get it.
WHAT SONG DESCRIBES YOUR LIFE?
There are so many options. It could be a Michael Jackson song, or Queen or Jay-Z. But it's gotta be "The Way You Make Me Feel," by Michael Jackson.
To nominate next week's Catch, email entertainment editor Megan Hinman, mhinnman@kansan.com
Yes, you know the Republocrats
MittR-BO FOR PRESIDENT?
Who continue to offer you nothing but the poor choice of which royal family will increasingly rule your life's choices.
Does it really make sense to keep voting for "the lesser of two evils"?
The hoped-for change with "the lesser of two evils" has never gotten us ahead..
YOUR ONLY REAL CHOICE IS LIBERTARIAN.
Before you step into the voting booth take a moment to learn about Libertarian Presidential candidate Gary Johnson and Vice Presidential candidate Jim Gray. Compare their principles with yours and vote your conscience.
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Libertarian Presidential Candidate Gary Johnson
- Gary, as the underdog, was elected and re-elected serving two terms as governor of New Mexico.
- Gary, who created and operated a successful home building company.
- Gary, who actually cut government spending.
- Gary, who believes it is your choice
- how you spend your earnings and manage your property;
- where you send your children to school;
- where you send your children to school,
  what doctor, hospital and medical care is best for you;
- what you consume in your body;
- who you associate with;
- the sanctity of your person and your communications.
- Gary, who, beating special interests, vetoed more bills than all other governors combined.
- Gary, who achieved a budget surplus of over $1 billion for his state.
- Gary, who has the proven strength of character to hold to good principles of human respect and voluntary relationships with the desire to advance each citizen's happiness, harmony and prosperity through equal opportunity.
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