Natalie Smithson, LA stylist, FIDM graduate and Brandy Melville manager shows off her styling abilities in a shoot for Jeffery Campbell in July. Smithson had one week to put together eight outfits and sewed three items from scratch, she also styles for musicians. Photo courtesy of Julia LandisEyes flutter open. Hit Snooze. Finally, get up. Get dressed. But is it as simple as … [Read more...] about Y2K Trends Make a Comeback and Resale Culture Takes Off
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Students Put Their Spin on Spring 2021 Style Trends
Art by Autumn HardwickAs temperatures rise and Los Angeles begins to reopen, Pepperdine students rock all sorts of unique styles, from bright-colored corsets to funky sneakers. For senior Taylor Launius, spring fashion is all about incorporating vibrant colors into her outfits. She said she adds pops of color to her outfits through accessorizing.“I love dressing very … [Read more...] about Students Put Their Spin on Spring 2021 Style Trends
The Power of Positivity: Sophomore Abby Gearhart Emphasizes Self-Love in Loungewear Company
Sophomore Liberal Arts for Education major Abby Gearhart smiles while shooting promotional photos for her company, Sweats by Abby G, in September on Ralphs Beach in Malibu. Gearhart said she first started designing sweatshirts in May and officially launched her company in September. Photos courtesy of Abby Gearhart Sophomore Liberal Arts for Education major Abby Gearhart said … [Read more...] about The Power of Positivity: Sophomore Abby Gearhart Emphasizes Self-Love in Loungewear Company
Jaxon Burgess Changes the World One Thread at a Time
Photo courtesy of Jaxon Burgess A picture speaks a thousand words. Turn that picture into fashion, and it could change the world. Jaxon Burgess, a first-year Pepperdine law student and Seaver alumnus, has always been interested in clothes and making a difference. Drawing inspiration from TOMS shoes founder Blake Mycoskie, Burgess decided he wanted to pursue a similar … [Read more...] about Jaxon Burgess Changes the World One Thread at a Time
Navigating Fashion in the Age of COVID
Art by Madeline DuvallWith store closures and significantly minimized profits, the fashion industry is still struggling in the age of COVID-19. In addition to drastically altering the supply and demand for clothes, the pandemic forced advertising, customer service and company values to adapt. Pepperdine students involved in the fashion industry have noticed the shift in the … [Read more...] about Navigating Fashion in the Age of COVID
