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	Hot in the Fashion World: Designer Serkan Sarier By Rabia Malik February 8, 2013 - 12:00am The college fashionista is always looking for the next big thing to unveil as she walks into Monday morning class with her latte in hand. Well, the newest thing has arrived and is getting loads of press, not just for the fabulous clothing, but the face behind the name! Serkan Sarier is the hottest (literally, male model status!) up-and-coming designer of the season and has a new collection people simply adore. Bursting out in 2010, Sarier waited until after the hype of New York Spring Fashion Week to unveil his first collection called Brood. This collection, and the collections since then, showcased elegant, feminine pieces with utilitarian aspects. There is a strong base construction that transforms into floaty washed and distressed silks throughout the...
	Stripe Savvy By CeliaCurtis February 5, 2013 - 12:00am The standout spring runway looks of designers such as Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors, and Oscar de la Renta featured exciting graphic prints in many different shapes. Stripes were especially showcased and are an essential trend to add to your current wardrobe. READ MORE
	Spring 2013 Trend Report By epruett February 2, 2013 - 12:00am Finding ways to wear runway styles to the Row (or class) can be a difficult task, especially when over-the-top ruffles and sheer clothing are part of the mix. Other spring 2013 trends included black and white mixing, Asian embellishments, and feminine suits, but don't fret! These five styles can easily be worn out in Atlanta or to the classroom. How? Read on! 1) Ruffles, seen on runways like Givenchy and Balenciaga, can quickly take over one's body and look childish if not worn appropriately. To avoid this, wear minimal ruffles in flirty dress or shirt form, like this Modcloth piece. It screams spring! READ MORE
	Statement Sunglasses Deserve Face Time By Celia Curtis February 1, 2013 - 12:00am Even though the Atlanta weather is still chilly, it is not too early to start wearing one of spring’s hottest new trends – statement sunglasses. Eye protection is always fashionable, especially in the form of bold shapes such as an exaggerated cat eye. Edgier shapes such as giant rectangular lenses and elongated winged frames have been seen on numerous runways, too. READ MORE
	The Youngest Designer of Project Runway…Where is He Now? By Rabia Malik January 29, 2013 - 5:29pm Many of you remember the epic season 4 finale of Heidi Klum’s TV show, Project Runway. The youngest contestant, Christian Siriano, grabbed the grand prize and launched his fashion career at just 21 years old! So that was back in March 2008…but where is he now? After creating a winning collection for the final runway show, Siriano went on to launch his collection at New York Fashion Week in September 2008. It was a huge success and launched young Siriano into the entrepreneurial and mass-market retail world of fashion. Since then, he has created collections for Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Puma, Bluefly, Payless Shoe Store, maternity wear (Fierce Mamas) for Moody Mamas, and even his own makeup line for Victoria’s Secret....
	Wear Your Heart Around Your Neck By epruett January 24, 2013 - 4:00pm Valentine’s Day is always one of my favorite times of year. No, not because I have an incredible boyfriend who takes me out and buys me beautiful presents (#single), but because I get to celebrate the love of the world! Okay, that’s corny, but it’s true. Use the day to celebrate your friendships, your family, and other peoples’ relationships. READ MORE
	The Hidden Gem in Emory Point: American Threads By Rabia Malik January 22, 2013 - 12:00am Just when you thought Emory couldn’t get any better, you return to campus this semester to see the new stores at Emory Point on Clifton Road ready and open for business. So what’s in this treasure trove that’s so exciting for the college fashionista? Let’s just say a mix of Urban Outfitters, Free People, and Southern Californian style boutique clothes have landed in Emory Point at a price that you won’t have to forfeit your monthly Starbucks bill for. American Threads has an eclectic mix of vintage clothes and indie pieces that won’t break your bank. Boasting brands such as Everly, Lush, and English Rose among many others, you can bet these pieces will be unique and special, as well as a great addition to your closet! Here are a couple of pieces to...
	If It’s Not Baroque, Don’t Fix It By Amina Khan December 19, 2012 - 11:30am Despite a natural inclination to frown upon opulence and garish displays of wealth, we are naturally drawn to the gilded façade of the Palace of Versailles in Paris or the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg. The sumptuousness of décor during the Baroque period of art was undoubtedly over-the-top; however, it is undeniably beautiful and there is something about a gilded mirror that remains appealing. READ MORE
	How to Survive an Atlanta Winter By Amina Khan December 15, 2012 - 11:00pm As a native Atlantan, I have received a plethora of questions, text messages, and frantic snapchats asking me what to buy to survive winter in Atlanta. Friends from San Diego are confused about why it isn’t snowing and friends from Boston are reaffirming their choices to come to Emory for the weather. But, contrary to popular belief, there is a winter here! It generally lasts from the end of December to February or March and rarely gets below 25 degrees. The problem with the fall semester is that no one knows what the weather will be like the next day. So here is a basic survival kit to the Atlanta winter. Long sleeve, cotton t-shirts READ MORE
	Tis the Season for Sparkles! By Rabia Malik December 8, 2012 - 1:00pm With December comes holiday music and twinkly lights. In addition, the fashion trends of the season switch from cozy neutrals to serious sparkles and sequins acceptable for all occasions! Here are some sequin favorites to add to your holiday collection. Sequin Dresses and Skirts READ MORE