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Layering creates new look for old clothing

By LANE NIESET | Aug. 26, 2009

Ching-Ya Ni, 19, a UF sophomore, masters the art of boho chic in this fun and versatile school ensemble. Her layered look adds new flair to pieces found in her closet. Ni says she doesn't follow trends, but she can't wait to pull out her fall clothing this season. Try looking through your closet and pairing clothing together in new ways to create a look for fall. Adding colored tights underneath flowing dresses or shorts takes a summer look and transforms it for the winter. Also, play with different sizes of belts and boots to add a little edge to the ensemble. Mix and match different accessories that will keep your outfits looking fresh for the entire season.

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Learn the ropes to campus style

By REBEKAH GEIER | Aug. 16, 2009

It is not often that college and fashion are associated with one another. But there will be situations that require some stylish threads.

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UF continues to lead its students out from the Swamp and straight into success.

Aug. 5, 2009

From broadcasting on ESPN to winning Heisman trophies, Gator students prove their success through athletics, scholarship, and perhaps less recognized, their fashion sense.

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Current trends evoke spirit of cliche stereotypes

By REBEKAH GEIER | July 22, 2009

The pages of Elle, my favorite fashion magazine, were one of the last places I'd expect to find a flashback to my middle-school days.

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The Enclave hosts Ed Hardy pool party

By ATTIYYA ANTHONY | July 22, 2009

There might be a backup at confessional come Sunday, due to The Network Promotions Sin-City-style pool party Saturday.

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City brings clothes to life

By REBEKAH GEIER | July 8, 2009

New York City styles the world. As home to the most notable fashion design academies, an extraordinary talent base, and Seventh "Fashion" Avenue, its style is unparalleled.

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Wedding dress woes not just for bride

By REBEKAH GEIER | July 1, 2009

A lot goes into picking the perfect wedding. One has to consider location, temperature, theme, guest list, and so on. And this isn't just the case for choosing The Wedding Dress, this is just for those fortunate souls that get invited to partake in the celebration.

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Designers turn to short cuts and breezy fabrics for summer

By KARINA GALVEZ | June 9, 2009

The hot, summer sun and cloudless skies are the perfect combination for sundresses and baring some skin. Shorts, mini dresses and sheer fabrics can either make the summer a three-month fashion show under the sun or a nightmare.

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Colorful clothes can brighten gray days

By REBEKAH GEIER | May 27, 2009

"Weather is a great metaphor for life - sometimes it's good, sometimes it's bad, and there's nothing much you can do about it but carry an umbrella."

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Ruffles, florals fit for royalty

By REBEKAH GEIER | May 20, 2009

This summer you will be feeling more than the heat. Textured fabrics and ruffled pieces are dominating the fashion industry this season, from models on designer runways to students on Gainesville's sidewalks.

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City inspires bloggers

By KARINA GALVEZ | Apr. 15, 2009

Fashion and street-style blogs are usually based in big cities where fashion has a heavy presence, and the style savvy roam the streets and make it easy for bloggers to click their cameras and post the pictures for all the world to see.

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Fashioning Kimono: Now on display at the Harn Museum of Art

By Mae Basiratmand | Mar. 25, 2009

A flurry of colors and designs ranging from cartoon floral prints to men on fishing boats adorn the kimonos now on display at the Harn Museum. One "little boy kimono" is embellished with images of battle ships and airplanes flying over water, which signifies the mark of World War II. Many of the women's kimonos display vibrant colors and geometric shapes. These were to mimic the idea of "art deco," influenced from Western culture. Fashioning Kimono, the exhibit flaunting numerous types of kimonos, dates from the late 19th century to early 20th century.

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Fashion Week fits Gainesville

By NICOLE DAMBRO | Mar. 5, 2009

And ignorance claims another victim - Matthew Meltzer.

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Fashion Week doesn’t represent real–life Gainesville fashion

By MATTHEW MELTZER | Mar. 3, 2009

When you throw a festival of some sort, typically it is supposed to be in a location that has something to do with what the festival is about.

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Q&A with NavaO

By STEPHANIE GRANADA | Jan. 21, 2009

In the '80s, Nava Ottenberg opened a vintage clothing store in Gainesville called Persona.

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Spring brings color therapy, cheer

By STEPHANIE GRANADA | Jan. 7, 2009

The malls were packed, elaborate sale signs hung decoratively in store windows and anxious souls swarmed the racks searching for the perfect gifts to go under the tree, but nobody bought much. Despite the garland and 20-inch snowflakes, shoppers were in unprecedentedly low spirits this holiday season.

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Don't take a holiday from being fashionable

By REGINA STUZIN | Dec. 3, 2008

It's that time again. The Florida air is getting chillier, the countdown to winter break is getting shorter and your mother's reminders of all the things you have to do when you get home are becoming a daily staple. No doubt the majority of you will have to attend some holiday function over your winter break, whether you want to or not, and I'm here to help you make sure that you look your best. Even if your dad's office party is so boring you are contemplating faking food poisoning, at least you'll look fabulous doing it.

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Black Friday not so bleak

By REGINA STUZIN | Nov. 12, 2008

Do you know what my favorite part about Thanksgiving is? It's not the food or the good company or even the days off of school. It's Black Friday. For the fashion unaware, Black Friday is the Friday after Thanksgiving when almost everything goes on sale. Electronics, clothing, you name it. Chances are, there is something seriously discounted. Black Friday is a vicious battle, and it is every man, woman and child for himself or herself.

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Scarves are a cool accessory for the chill season

By REGINA STUZIN | Nov. 5, 2008

Last week I think everyone had a WTF moment. Cold? In October? In Florida? No way! It was definitely a surprise to wake up and have it be 30 degrees outside. I mean come on, Mother Nature, we're not North Carolina. We're Florida - it shouldn't get cold here. Thankfully, it seems to have warmed up for now, but the cold weather got me thinking: Winter is approaching. And what better way to celebrate the upcoming winter season than discussing one of my favorite accessories: scarves.

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Frightening fashion statements on Halloween

By REGINA STUZIN | Oct. 29, 2008

I am a true believer in the Mean Girls Halloween philosophy: "Halloween is the one night a year when girls can dress like a total slut, and no other girls can say anything about it." I don't normally condone dressing like a whore, but on Halloween, anything goes. Halloween is the time to be something you're not, so if you want to dress up as a sexy nun or a sexy nurse, go ahead. No one has the right to judge you on that night.