Reviews: fashion&games
FASHION Chris' Closet
Hey boys and girls! I want to give a 'Hollal' to all freshmen and other newcomers to campus. Readers, especially Jayplay regulars, are probably wondering who the hell I am. I am Chris. Think of me as your very own campus fashion-policeman. This column is a fashion review and each week you'll find all the fashion
suggestions you need to know like fashion hoorays and no-no's, trendy hot spots for every style and fashionista guildines containing all of the critical
information necessary your perfect shopping experience.
Today, I'm going to fill you in on some high-fashion items that you can translate into back-to-school style.
Girls: Ladies, if there is one thing ya'll got going for you, it's the fact that you can shop practically anywhere and still find cute, chic clothing (Oh, how I envy you!). So use this to your advantage, damnit! Drop the 'I can't afford it' excuses, because, Honey, even Wal-
Mart has some cute stuff. Take note to spend more on jeans since they are essential to the female wardrobe. But spend a little less on shirts. Try solid camisoles and tanks, which are great for layering. Look for runway inspired Mardi Gras colors (purple, turquoise and gold) for your ensembles. Flashy flip flops embroidered with sequins and jewels are great too. Lastly, accessories are key for a girl this fall. Try shimmery gold or silver bracelets and chunky beaded necklaces. A versatile handbag is a must too. Look for one that is large and funky with jewels and sequins like the flashy flip-flops.
Guys: Guys, you're a little easier. Jean styles are shifting towards a more fitted look. So a regular-rise waist or a low-rise (if you're courageous), will work with a boot cut. This will give you guys a nice looking waist and long, lean-looking legs. If you want to accentuate the bottom, try a form-fitting, vintage, graphic tee or a three quarter-lengths shirt. Then pair it with some sporty flip-flops.
Tip of the Week: Try on your clothes before you buy. Need I say more?
-Chris Horn
GAMES
Sid Meier's Pirates for Xbox
Although the plot for Sid Meier's Pirates is pretty standard fare as adventures go — your family is split up by an evil baron and a young son escapes and must avenge and find his family — the game is incredibly addictive. You start out as a 20-year-old captain of a sloop who must recruit a crew, get your ship in shape and find your family. You can align yourself with four different
countries which slightly affect the way you play the game. No matter which country you align with, you still are a pirate and you determine who to attack. There are different outposts and towns in which to enlist crew members, fix your ship, trade with merchants and even woo the daughter of the governor (who will promote you based upon you're your alignment). The game plays like a combination of several different mini-games, as opposed to a linear story adventure, and I couldn't put it down. If you agree with me that Xbox has been sorely lacking in quality pirate games, check this one out. Get it at EB Games and Hastings for $39.99.
-Charley Forsyth