| Academy of Art University Guides the Next Generation of Fashion Designers to Success
Top fashion school reaches out to high school fashion design students. San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) September 2, 2007 -- Academy of Art University's fashion school ensured that the next generation of fashion designers is on the path to success by participating in a six day Fashion Camp for high school students organized by Cotton and Camp Director Karl Marshall. The Bay Area summer camp, which took place at the Eastridge Mall in San Jose, CA, featured fashion classes, seminars, group and individual activities. Accompanied by Alex Smith, a member of the Academy's outreach program, top fashion school instructor Iliana Ricketts represented the Academy of Art University proudly as both a guest lecturer and attendee of the final Fashion Show. .
Lesson plan: A mix of popular and unique fall fashions
The days of lounging by the pool and other summertime diversions are numbered. In August, back-to-school shopping goes to the top of the to-do list. Fall trends might play a part in fashion choices for students heading back to high school and college, but retailers who cater to young buyers say unique pieces can help reflect their personalities. And there are plenty of options out there, in the big-name chains and in smaller boutiques. Melanie Williams, owner of a boutique called The Black Market in Lexington, Ky., said the search for a unique look doesn't necessarily start in high school. She has seen "girls starting in middle school coming in with their mother not wanting to dress like everyone else." Williams, who carries mostly women's clothing but who offers the Heavy Rotation line of graphic tees for men, describes her own style as a combination of the popular and the eclectic.
Sweat pants are ‘in’ for this year’s school fashion
MOUNT VERNON — The love of fashion has no age boundaries or height requirements. The new school year begins this week for many students, and Knox County students — from kindergarten through high school — are as excited about the hot back-to-school fashions as any designer in France. This year’s look for young people is casual, comfortable, fun, layered and a little funky. At Fashion Bug, assistant manager Angela Wright noted that the "retro" 1980s are influencing today’s fashions. "The darker denim is coming back," she said, noting midnight blue jeans on a rack. But on another rack are what she called "sandblasted" denim, a light baby blue fading to almost white. "Those are very 80s," she said. "So you see, two extremes." Wright also pointed out knitted tops in ’80s jewel-tones of deep red, purple and green, and said jeans with wide legs are back.
Calling all Heath-area models -- here's your chance
For all of you high school students, elementary school students, moms and career women who would like to be a model for a day, stop by Fashion Bug on Hebron Road to pick up an entry form. The store will have a fashion show at 2 p.m. Sept. 15. It hopes to have 50 models. You will have a chance to relax and chat with other models while wearing clothes from Fashion Bug and have a good time. Women and girls of all ages -- and not just from Heath but from other areas, too -- are invited to join in the fun. The store will accept last-minute participants. CHURCH NEWS .
Short, but sweet Lightning halts game early; Tebow has 300 yards in air
Only lightning could stop Tim Tebow and No. 6 Florida on Saturday afternoon. With 8:23 left in the fourth quarter, the Gators season opener against Western Kentucky was terminated after a 1-hour, six-minute lightning delay with Florida leading 49-3. First time Ive had to deal with this, Florida coach Urban Meyer said after the game was called. Administrators and coaches from both schools were involved in the decision to end the game, he said. Before the skies turned dark, Meyer handed Tebow the Gators offense and the sophomore quarterback returned the favor in blowout fashion. On the stat sheet, Tebow was nearly perfect in his debut as Floridas starter. He threw for 300 yards and three touchdowns on 13 for 17 passing and rushed for another score.
Grief counselors on hand after Lincoln-Way death
Grief counselors will be available at Lincoln-Way East High School next week after a 16-year-old Mokena girl died unexpectedly of septic shock Tuesday. Medical authorities continue to investigate the exact cause of Kelly Neff's death. Family members believe toxic shock syndrome, possibly caused by tampons, contributed to her death. The results of an autopsy will be available in a few weeks, according to family members. Kelly was a straight-A student who wrote poetry in her free time and was looking forward to applying for college, her uncle said. Kelly died at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, according to the Cook County medical examiner's office. "She had a desire to go into fashion design, and she was an accomplished writer," said her uncle Carl Agoston, who was speaking on behalf of her family.
Fall fashion
(From left) Skilyna Thaxton, Corrine Denyer, Regan Summers, Sara Cox and Margaret Wuletich model a host of fall fashion trends. Denyers fitted vest reflects the trend toward feminized menswear pieces this year, and Coxs purse shows how a jolt of bright color can liven up an otherwise subdued outfit. The girls also accentuate their waists, whether its with a skinny belt, cropped garment or wide waistband. As for accessories, Denyer and Cox sport popular oversized bags while Thaxton and Wuletich don bold, gold necklaces.
Nicole Hill shows that tank tops arent just for summer. Pair them with cropped hoodies or cardigans for a cute fall look.
Sydney Williams wears one of the falls biggest trends: plaid.
With recent temperatures in the upper 90s, you may opt for something cool on your first day of school.
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