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Monochrome outfits work great with personal touches

By Olivia Rajska | November 14, 2012

Walking around campus, I spotted Abby Barrios, freshman political science and community leadership and civic engagement major. I admired her approach to a monochrome, or one color, outfit. She emphasized an all-black outfit without looking gloomy. Barrios...

Puffy coats should be a sin: a guide to fall jacket fashion

By Melissa McKenna | October 18, 2011

Fall is all about staying warm. Pumpkin spice lattes, cable knit sweaters, worn-in riding boots and (most importantly) statement jackets define fall. Pea coats, varsity jackets, trench coats and military coats are all statement jackets that add the extra...