Photo by Milan Loiacono For centuries, color has played an important role in clothing's power to convey political symbols, personal messages and social statuses. Color also represents a collective sentiment in clothing's ability to tell stories, said Juan Marco Torres, a senior and aspiring fashion designer. "Fashion is very powerful; it represents how people look at … [Read more...] about Chromatic Communication: Color Speaks Volumes in Fashion
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Malibu Hidden Gem: Pistol and Lucy
Photos by Caryna CaryanAny woman who enjoys fashion knows the experience of buying something they love and later seeing that same item on someone else. This experience is something Alexandria Skouras, owner of the boutique Pistol and Lucy, wants every woman to avoid.“People are individuals,” Skouras said. “I love other boutiques, but everyone sells the same … [Read more...] about Malibu Hidden Gem: Pistol and Lucy
Artists & Fleas Expands to Venice
Photos by Caroline Laganas The open lot behind Westminster Avenue Elementary School was damp from Jan. 13's rain, and broken down cardboard boxes were sporadically placed for customers to wipe their muddy feet. Despite the grime, tents leading to spirited and diverse worlds and merchandise were set up under the steady stream of Venice sunshine. People mingled in and out of … [Read more...] about Artists & Fleas Expands to Venice
Perfecting the Malibu Style isn’t as Hard as it Looks
Photos by Jessica KernerDressing for Pepperdine can be a daunting task. When the girl sitting next to you in HUM 111 has a Birkin Bag worth more than a Honda Civic, and you’re pretty sure that guy at the gym was in an Abercrombie & Fitch catalog, it can be easy to develop a mild case of style anxiety. But don’t panic, gentle reader, because with these tips, you … [Read more...] about Perfecting the Malibu Style isn’t as Hard as it Looks
Students Examine Urban Outfitters’ Suspect Reputation
Photo by Matt Benton Urban Outfitters has a variety of meanings to different people. For some, it is a clothing store that provides a certain carefree, hipster identity. Others view it as a place to purchase specific items, but only if they are on sale. And on another side of the spectrum, there are people who view Urban Outfitters as a scam: a store that sells cheaply made … [Read more...] about Students Examine Urban Outfitters’ Suspect Reputation