T R E N D S
by Shirley Ho & Jin Han
You are what you wear.
Whether it's outrageous or
subdued, prep or punk, trendy
or traditional, it expresses our
moods and attitudes. It's vital
because first impressions
count. Fashion brings forth the
person's personality and
character through accessories,
texture, color, and patterns. A
new cut in clothes could make
the only difference between last
year's and this year's style.
Designer names are still in,
but it's more important that
they spell comfort, durability,
and definite style. The fastest
way to lose your style is
dressing to please others.
Individuality is essential and
everyone wants to be "hip"
and "cool." Top accessory
necessities included metallic
materials, studs, lots of silver,
and lots of hair bows. Swatches
still prevailed and beachwear
will always be here. Hot names
like: Esprit, Gennera, Forenza,
Guess!, Polo, Jams, Ocean
Pacific, Levis', etc., etc., are
favorites among the teen scene.
Hairstyles vary in any length.
The basic blunt cut is still
popular with girls. Guy's styles
go from super short and spiked
to wavy, shoulder-length hair.
We are becoming more
fashion-conscious since clothes
reflect you or how you want
others to perceive you. There's
no doubt that IMSA students
have their own sense of style
"/ like to hang out in boxers,
t-shirts, hi-tops (preferably
Nikes), and a jeans jacket and
sunglasses are a must in any
kind of weather!"
— Sal Schulze
"/ usually associate well-made
clothes with the brand name. I
like to wear t-shirts and shorts.
Top priority: It's got to look
COOL."
— Andy Oh
"Around here anything goes —
from prep to punk. I especially
like clothes that are comfy."
— Jessica Kahn
"Trends and brand names are
stupid. They're too expensive
and most of them look dumb. I
like hanging out in shorts and
T-shirts. T-shirts like Hanes
Nifty-Fifties and Screen Stars or
Russell Athletic. Oh yes, my
hooded black sweatshirt — It's
my favorite jacket in the whole
wide world!"
— Dave Kung
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