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!• The BluePrint SpelmanPaper@gmail.com October 2013 FASHION & Beauty Fashion Must-Haves $20 vs. $200 By: Andrella Muffy Gaynor C2015 Want to make sure more people are focused on your style than Homecoming events this semester? Are you looking for those grab and go pieces that you can’t go wrong with? Here are a few must- haves for this fall. Every lady wants to be ready for those impromptu occasions when last minute things come up. In order to keep your closet prepared for these surprises, here are a few fashion pick-me-up pieces with options at $20 and $200. $22.80 Forever21.com Faux Leather Varsity Jacket $128-$275 VictoriaSecret.com Pink Varsity Jacket -$24.95 HM.com Imitation Suede Pumps -$168 Coach.com Suede NALA Pumps -$25 BrandyMelville.com Black V-Fringe Faux Leather Purse -$225 Boticca.com Boho Oversized Suede Fringe Purse $19.95 HM.com Super Skinny Super Low Jeans $178.00 TruReligionbrandjeans.com Hand-Picked Skinny Low-rise Jeans $24.00 Newlook.com Black Leather-look Pencil Skirt $190 US.TOPSHOP.COM Leather Panel Pencil Skirt $20.25 us.ASOS.com ASOS Twisted Mix Ring pack $185.00 MaxandChole.com Kanupriya Druzy Triple Gemstone Ring Set FASHION WEEK SPOTLIGHT: African-American Designers By: Lauren Hawkins, C’20l4 Twice a year after many months of hard work and dedication, fashion professionals, celebrities, and designers come together for a common cause: the love of fashion. Every February and September New York hosts the Mercedes Benz’s Fashion Week. This year’s Spring 2014 debut was held from September 5th-12th. Fashion Week designers hosted invitation-only runway shows to display their latest fashions. In more recent years, there has been a lot of discussion about the presence of African- Americans on the runway and in the fashion industry. As in many other industries, African-Americans are creating a positive name for themselves and proving that they can and will diversify the field of fashion. The following fashion designers should be recognized for their influence at this past New York Fashion Week. LaQuan Smith is a native of Queens, N.Y. He first cultivated his passion for fashion design at the age of 13 when his grandmother gave him her old sewing machine. At the age of 17, Smith was diagnosed with cancer. Despite his illness, Smith was able LaQuan Smith to land an internship with Blackbook, a magazine in New York. In 2008, he launched his self-titled brand. Since then he has designed custom pieces for various celebrities and continues to pursue fashion opportunities. Smith did not let any adversity deter his goals and dreams. Tracy Reese is a native of Detroit. She attended Cass Technical High School in Detroit and received her undergraduate degree from Parsons School of Design in New York City. She began as an apprentice for designer Azede Jean-Pierre was born in Haiti and raised in Atlanta. She received Tracy Reese Martine Sitbon and later worked for Perry Ellis as the director for Women’s Portfolio. She has released many collections and opened two flagship boutiques in New York and Japan. Her clothing is featured in many department stores and she has collaborated with various brands. Although she has been in the industry for more than 15 years, her brand continues to grow. Reese acts as an example of how an African American woman from the inner- city can make it in the fashion industry. her undergraduate education from Savannah College of Art and Design, where she exceeded the norms of the average design student. Jean- Pierre had her creation displayed in the window of Neiman Marcus, hosted runway shows, AzedeJean-Pierre and designed for Atlanta’s former mayor, Shirley Franklin. She also worked for Ralph Rucci and Ohne Titel before she launched her label in 2012. Be on the lookout for more to come from one of Atlanta’s own. COME HOME IN STYLE: Where to shop for Homecoming By: Kaitlin Mills, C’20i5 Find outfits for any and every Homecoming Event in the stores listed below. All shopping outlets are accessible by either Marta or AUC Shuttle. Remember not all stores will have what you want in-store, so don’t be afraid to buy your perfect piece online. $40 and Below Atlantic Station / Lenox . H&M . Icing . Forever 21 Edgewood • Target • Ross West End • It’s Wings (Hu man Hair) * • Rainbow Online • LuLu’s • Angl • Sally Beauty Sup ply (sign up) * $200 and Up Lenox or Phipps Plaza • Saks Fifth Avenue . Anne Taylor * . Club Monaco * . Madewell * . Kenneth Cole * . Bloomingdales * ^Student Discounts Accepted From $40 to $200 Lenox or Phipps Plaza • Cache • Nordstroms • Bakers Shoes • Arden B • Banana Republic • BCBG • Macy’s • Jcrew * • Bebe • Bath & Body Works • Aido Edgewood/Little 5 Points • American Apprel • Rag-O-Rama Ponce DeLeon • Urban Outfitters • Buffalo Exchange Online • Ebates • Tobi • Torrid • Arden B TOP 5 BEAUTY LOOKS FROM INTERNATIONAL FASHION WEEK By: Lydia Hayes, C2014 1. Dolce & Gabbana Milan Fashioon Week (#mfw). Makeup Artist - Pat McGrath, Dolce & Gabbana Makeup Creative Advisor. McGrath created this Photo Credit: www.huffpost.com for a colorful, yet understated look. Westman combined three different eye shadow shades to complete this look: peach, purple, and brown. Westman finished off the look with a clear glossy lip. This is a fantastic example of how to pull off bold eye colors during the day. Photo Credit: www.bellasugar.com. fresh faced, dewy skin glow by using bronze liner on the eyes, a nude- pinkish colored lipstick and finished off with a bronzer for the summer glow. To complete this ultra feminine, romantic 4. Kate Spade, New York Fashion Week, (#nyfw) Neil Scibelli, Jouer Makeup Artist Cosmetics look, the hair was twisted into an up-do and held into place with jeweled headbands. Paris Fashion Week 2. Givenchy, (#pfw) Makeup Artist-Pat McGrath ~ The focus during the Givenchy show was not only on the elaborate clothes, but also the intense makeup. The models wore multicolored gemstones mixed with glitter as a mask over most of their faces with netting over their eyes. The models’ lips were bejeweled with colors that starkly contrasted with the net masks. Scibelli gave the Kate Spade models a new ! twist to the classic cat-eye. By adding , white eyeliner along | the lower lash line, it made the eyes pop. With such a dramatic eye, it was a great choice to go with a nude lip. The makeup paired with a chic topknot completed this modern Audrey Hepburn look. Photo Credit: www.kontrolmag.com Ham, London Photo Credit: Riccardotiscil7’s Instagram 3. Oscar de la Renta, New York Fashion Week (#nyfw) Makeup Artist - Gucci Westman, Revlon Global Artistic Director Fashion designer Oscar de la Renta went 5.Michael van der Fashion Week (#lfw) Makeup Artist - Lauren Parsons, MAC (The look Parsons created really focused on the eyes. Parsons used gold eye shadow and glitter to create the look above. She aimed to portray , sense of opulence, and she nailed it. Parsons effectively created a mature look using glitter, which can come off juvenile. Photo Credit: www.cosmopolitan.co.uk WHAT TO WEAR: Homecoming Edition By: Lauren Coggins, C’2014 There is an unspoken rule that one must dress to impress during homecoming week. That time of year has come once again, as SpelHouse’s 2013 Homecoming is right around the corner. Students have a series of dilemmas between deciding on which events to attend and maintaining a balance between having fun and managing schoolwork. One of the biggest factors of participating in homecoming festivities is choosing what outfits to wear each day. While many students have already begun to search for the perfect ensembles, others are still wondering where to start looking. Luckily there are some events that don’t require much thought about clothing choices. Festivities such as the Kick-off Jam, Hump Wednesday, the comedy show, and the powder puff game require no more than casual comfort. Though being comfortable is key, it is best to refrain from wearing sweatpants and hoodies. The fashion show, hip-hop concert, and neo-soul concert are the main events during homecoming week and are also some of the most important for outfit selections. For the fashion show, dressing up is not something that is only reserved for the models. Students tend to wear chic clothing-some ladies pair leather separates and heels. Others choose a sultry look to match the mood of the neo-soul concert. The hip-hop concert brings out trendier looks, with students displaying their best creations and personal style. The Miss Spelman & Miss Maroon and White Coronations call for attendees to wear their best semi- formal attire. Cocktail dresses paired with blazers and heels compliment gentlemens’ ensembles of dinner jackets and slacks. Senior Psychology major Brittany Magee plans to attend Black Love, an alumni event following coronation in an outfit that is sure to turn heads. “I’m going to wear a fitted dress with some cute pumps to Black Love,” Magee said. “I will also rock my Michael Kors bracelet and necklace.” As one of the final homecoming events, the tailgate and football game is the time to throw on your best school paraphernalia. Because homecoming occurs in late October, it is typically windy outside and not the best occasion for lighter clothing. An oversized sweater with leggings and boots is a popular choice. Some also decide to pair heels with jeans and a blouse underneath a light jacket for warmth. The Step Show follows the football game; there is no need for an outfit change in between. The most important thing for students to remember when they put their clothing lineup together is to always keep comfort in mind. No matter what clothes you wear, a positive attitude at all times can help anyone enjoy every event. The best accessory for any ensemble is a smile. 2013 Print Trends, Black & White, Animal, Camo, Floral, and Worded Prints