By Melanie Limon | Staff Writer | Skinny Jeans are out but flare pants are in?! Who knew that skinny jeans would ever go out of style? Apparently, the new trend this season are flare pants cropped flares to be exact. The '70s are making a strong comeback with jeans fitted at the waist and thighs and flared out below the knee and cropped just right above the ankle. The brand Marques' Almeida specifically has set a domino effect in bringing back flared pants with its casual and wearable designs. Websites like Elle also provide different selections for flared pants enthusiast. Rihanna launches new beauty and stylist agency The singer Rihanna is not only focused on music at … [Read more...] about Popin Newz Briefs
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Fall Fashion Trends at CSUSB
By Whitney Alvarez | Staff Writer | Hello trendy pack! Fall is officially among us and you know what that means, time for pumpkin spice flavored everything, an excuse to wear dark colors and the trendiest pieces you've been dying to wear all year long. Although summer (and the hot temperatures that come along with it), hasn't come to terms with the fact that its time is up, the cooler weather is definitely sneaking its way in. This season is all about coats, cardigans, booties, flannels, joggers, head pieces, dark lips and so much more! Sometimes being fashionable costs too much, but it doesn't always have to be a pain. Students around campus are showing us that style isn't always … [Read more...] about Fall Fashion Trends at CSUSB
H&M breaks barriers and crushes stereotypes
By Whitney Alvarez | Staff Writer | For decades on end, society and the fashion industry created an underlying prevailing standard of beauty, but those days are long gone with the new release of the H&M campaign “Close the Loop.” 2015 has been a groundbreaking year full of multicultural acceptance and diversity. We have broken more barriers in the last few months than we have in the last decade. H&M, the world’s second largest re tailer, makes fashion history with their selection of eccentric and unique individuals, including 23-year-old Mariah Idrissi: the first hijabi wearing model in the fashion world. This is a huge deal because it’s a symbol of an evolving society, … [Read more...] about H&M breaks barriers and crushes stereotypes
Get the celebrity look on a student budget
By Danielle Workman |Staff Writer| As college students, it is safe to say we are on a tight budget. Between loans, insurance, rent and everyday living, it is difficult to financially stay up-to-date with the fashion world. Patterns, re-purposed materials and high-waisted shorts are all strutting on the catwalk this season. Students around campus share their favorite designers, artists and top stores to visit for fresh off the runway looks on a college budget. “I love Windsor! They have a variety of different styles. I can be punk-rock one day with studs and graphics, and be girly the next day with frills and flowers. As a consumer I am always able to switch it up and stay … [Read more...] about Get the celebrity look on a student budget