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Show AggieLife Page 6 Monday, April 11, 2011 Spring and summer trends for a new wardrobe Classes start getting a little more hectic, professors struggle to catch up with their syllabi and Aggies prepare for the final haul. Allnighters and early mornings become a daily event. Staying on-task and motivated gets a little more difficult. All of these are classic signs that another school year is coming to an end. Although this particular spring semester has felt more like fall, summer vacation is just around the corner. Whether you are getting ready to return home, go on vacation or start a summer semester, you're going to have to look good! But after months of boots, layers and chunky sweaters it can be difficult to remember the last time you wore a pair of shorts, let alone what to wear with them. Fear not, fellow Aggies! In an attempt to save you the daunting task of figuring out what's hot and what's not this summer, I've put together this trend cheat sheet. These are the must-have looks for summer (if it ever gets here): Keeping you trendy `70s Silhouette The past runway season brought back the lady-like glamour of the '50s and '60s. This summer it's the '70s turn. There are two main trends within this decade - '70s Bohemian and '70s glamour. Think disco, but a little less scary. What to look for: bell bottoms, wide-leg pants and high waists. Skirts and dresses go maxi. Prints are eclectic and fun. Peasant blouses, crochet and cropped tops are all staples for this trend. Look for flowy fabrics and bright colors, which are perfect for summer. Punk Rocker The military look has stuck prints and stripes not only add interest to any outfit, they're fun! Be daring and wear them all at once or just stick with your favorites. What to look for: Bold prints! African and Asian-inspired designs and colors were huge on the runway. Fruit- and animal-inspired prints were also common and are an interesting twist on prints. Stripes and anchors add a nautical feel perfect for the summer. - around for a few seasons now, each time with a little twist. This summer it goes full circle, from structured to rebellious. Biker and punk styles ruled the runways and are a great way to add an edge to girly summer trends. What to look for: Military style jackets, punkrock details like leather, rips, buckles, studs, zippers and pins. Because not everyone can pull off a leather jacket covered in pins and zippers, look for less drastic pieces that have punk accents instead. Also, punk/biker inspired accessories are a great way to add edge without overdoing it. Lace Another trend making a comeback - this summer. Lace is perfect for summer and great for a night out. Trade out the classic black for cream, pastels and even bold-bright colors. What to look for: Pieces with lace accents or embellishments, rather than pieces made entirely out of lace. Accessories with lace are also a great option. Bold Colors Vivid, bold, colors are always a summer staple. This season neon green, orange and yellow were a big hit. Primary colors were seen at various shows as well. On the other side of the spectrum, white and nude are also big for summer. - Summer styles are usually laid-back and straightforward. They're bold, bright and fun, and this season was no exception. With styles ranging from the punk-chic to '70s bohemian, there is something for everyone. Whether you're into bell-bottoms, bold prints, or lace, this seasons trends are a breath of fresh air and easy to mix-and-match. After a long, gray winter, what could be better than that? - Jimena Herrero is a liberal arts major minoring in journalism. She attended ABM in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and majored in fashion design. Her column runs once a month. Comments or suggestions on how she can keep you trendy can be e-mailed to her at jimena.h@aggiemail.usu.edu - Eclectic Prints Mixed and matched prints were on almost every runway this year. Polka-dots, plaids, florals, animal print, ethnic - THIS YEAR'S FASHION has shown bright colors and bold prints. Accessorizing with lace also accents many stylish outfits. MCCLATCHY TRIBUNE photo Postal: Foreign English is difficult continued from page 5 maintains the office here," Johnson said. "It's great when the faculty, students and staff use the options they have here." David Parkinson, director of the Bookstore, said he uses the office in the TSC all the time, because it's across the hall from him. "Other people have to go down to the post office, but I just bring whatever I need to send to work, and it's right there," he said. "It's really convenient." Matt Eskon works at the USU distribution center and gathers the mail in the early afternoon each day. He said Wolcott and Johnson are nice guys, and they are always pleasant to be around. Eskon said he takes the mail he picks up to the center, where it goes to the room where they process mail to be shipped out. "There are a couple different rooms. We have a big room where we do bulk mail, a room to sort mail for departments and another room where we sort the outgoing mail," Eskon said. The post office has many benefits for students, Johsnon said, such as discounts on mailing and the ability to purchase post office boxes. "We have some students that buy a box, and we see them year after year," Johnson said. "Then when they leave, it's like losing family." The post office boxes are sold for $21 for six months or $42 for a year. Johnson said during breaks, at no charge, the mail students receive can be forwarded to any address and then stopped when students get back to school. "Right now we're at about 50 percent capacity in P.O. boxes," Johnson said. "We'd love to have more people use them - they're the best kept secret on campus." The two men have worked together for so long, Johnson said, that it's like a marriage. "We know how to work really well together, and we've learned a lot," he said. Johnson can understand almost anyone, from any country, who comes to the post office to send mail, since most mail sent is from international students, Johnson said. "A lot of the international students know how to speak English in their field, but when it comes to every day things, like mailing a letter or getting an envelope, they struggle," Johnson said. "So we've learned how to understand even the hardest things." He said, "The people here make the difference, it's why I like working through the university so much," he said. - april.ashland@aggiemail.usu.edu Crazy things sent through the mail: • Beachball, with a letter MEMBERS AND GUESTS of Logan Canyon Winds practice for their concert Monday night. The quintet is made up of teachers from the music department. CARL R.WILSON photo Winds: Students contribute as well continued from page 5 on it. • Hammer • Cans of soup for sick friends. • Package shaped as a woman's bust. • Stinky packages full of cheese • Pink unicorn stuffed animal for LDS missionary "The woodwind quintet is made up of instruments that are very different in tone color and method of sound production," Park said. "Most small ensembles such as brass quintet or a string quartet are composed of similar-sounding instruments." Morrison said the selection of music chosen for tonight's concert was a mix of music they've played in the past and pieces they've never tried before. "The whole reason of the group is to get better and ROMANC 4 TM /IA/ (6/ketioie We are proud to introduce our Romance Bridal Collection... inspired selections, created with stunning quality & relentless attention to every detail. So celebrate your timeless love with the lasting gift of exquisite diamonds. 67770K c).42.1ff 930 North Main Street Logan, Utah (435) 753-9755 ave6y- learn new things about music," Morrison said. "It's like reading a favorite book. The pieces are like that. You can always find new things to apply." The opening piece by Jaques Ibert, a French composer in the early 20th century, is a piece that Bodily remembers playing at age 15. "It's one of the most popular quintet pieces ever written," Bodily said. "Hopefully I sound better now." Morrison said his favorite piece is one the group has never played before and will be played third tonight. It was written by Pavel Haas, a Czech composer, while he was in a Nazi concentration camp. Haas later died when he was moved to another camp. "It's just really amazing to hear this piece, realizing that this was a life cut short by the government," Morrison said. "Even in the midst of that ugliness, humans were able to create something beautiful, hopeful and representative of that culture. It shows the power of the arts." Morrison said all the members of the group recognize the power of arts and education in schools. He said all the members of the group have worked as teachers, and some of his favorite performances have been when the quintet has travelled to schools. Bodily said she enjoys playing with the quintet because of its challenges. "Every aspect of musicianship matters," Bodily said. "There's nowhere to hide." Morrison said though chamber music is challenging and different than what most students are used to, they should come to the concert anyway. "Sometimes people hear the words 'chamber music' and it's like a foreign language," Morrison said. "There's something different between listening to live music and listening to recorded music. There's almost a relationship between the group and the audience. You might think, 'I've never done this, so why would I try?' - Exactly! You might like it." The Logan Canyon Winds spring concert will be April 11 in the USU Performance Hall at 7:30 p.m. It is free for students and $8 for general admission. - m.noble@aggiemail.usu.edu |