The Orange Carpet: Rock-Star Style

The Orange Carpet scours SU to roll out the best campus style (die, hoodies, die!)

Sophomore public relations major, Bianca Mashal, wore her rock star leggings as she waited in line for fashion PR guru, Kelly Cutrone on April 11. Her burnout shirt and jean jacket complemented her rock and roll look. Mashal’s leggings prove that the grab and go appeal of leggings, doesn’t mean they need to be boring. Buying a pair with a little embellishment, like her studded leggings, add style without going over the top. Celebrities like Beyoncé, rock this comfortable and edgy trend. Cutrone even complemented Mashal after the book signing!

Favorite trend: Anything comfortable and edgy

Least favorite trend: Wide leg pants

Jean jacket: LF stores

Top: Urban Outfitters

Leggings: Tart

Shoes: Converse

Beyonce

Mara Hoffman

Norstrom

-Victoria Troxler

The Orange Carpet: Watch My Style

The Orange Carpet scours SU to roll out the best campus style (die, hoodies, die!)

Keaton Fox rocked train conductor inspired jeans with an oversized shirt and lace up boots on a cold Syracuse day. It was an obvious hit. But, what really stuck out was her modern grey Slap Watch. As bold toy like watches have come back into fashion, the European Slap Watch Company did its best to invade the U.S. It conveniently designed a product for only $19.95. You can buy a single watch for the low price or the extra bands so you never get bored of your color. Compared to similar watches that run around $200 by designers such as Swatch Watch or Marc by Marc Jacobs, these modern watches are a steal. They have also been featured on the Ellen DeGeneres show and The View. Check out the website! http://www.slapwatch.com/about-slap-watch.html

Shirt: Urban Outfitters

Jeans: American Brand

Boots: Seychelles

Watch: Slap Watch

Favorite trend: Short lace up boots

Least favorite trend: Sequins

Marc by Marc Jacobs

-Victoria Troxler

The Orange Carpet: Wear Warm Weather Fashion in Winter

The Orange Carpet scours SU to roll out the best of campus style (die, hoodies, die!)

Favorite Trend: Johnson describes her style as “street chic". She embraces the already worn look. Johnson is also a fan of translucent and see-through pieces.

Trend the “Needs to Die”: Uggs! Real or fake, they all need to go away.

The Orange Carpet spotted Krista Johnson leaving her Fashion Advertising class in Newhouse. This stylish sophomore is a public relations major. Johnson’s outfit offers a solution to a common winter weather conundrum, how to wear a warmer weather piece, such as a short dress, in the depths of winter. Johnson paired her dress with a knitted sweater, tights and winter weather boots. Paired with the right accessories, Johnson’s dress looks just as fabulous in February as it will in July.

How do you make your favorite spring and summer pieces appropriate for winter?

Johnson is wearing:

Tights: Forever 21

Boots: Boutique in Minnesota

Sweater: Urban Outfitters

Dress: Target

Necklaces, Bracelets & Earrings: Forever 21, a boutique in NYC & vintage

-Rachel Laber

The Orange Carpet: Syracuse Fashionistas Adopt the FURturistic Trend

The Orange Carpet scours SU to roll out the best of campus style (die, hoodies, die!).

Favorite trend: Fur!

Trend that needs to die: Jeggings. “They're getting old,” she said.

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve seen the bold fur trend become a winter staple for fashionistas. Touches of fur on boots, earmuffs, and jackets are popular among the fashion masses. But why not rock this trend with a statement piece. Pair a fur vest or jacket with basic leggings and motorcycle boots for a bold, trendy look. From shaggy to soft there are different textures and colors of fur to fit every style.

Senior advertising major, Sarah Corwin, showed her edgy boho style when she rocked a motorcycle chic winter ensemble complete with a turban headband, motorcycle boots, and shaggy fur vest.

Foley + Corinna

Boots: Dolce Vita

Leggings: Forever 21

T-shirt: Urban Outfitters

Headband: Rickies

Vest: Kensie

-Victoria Troxler

The Orange Carpet: Chunky Sweater Socks

The Orange Carpet scours SU to roll out the best of campus style (die, hoodies, die!).

Favorite Trend: Knit headbands

Trend that needs to “die”: “beanies that look like animals”

Chunky sweaters and cable knits are so popular this season even as socks. Ditch your snow boots for a day and pull on a chunky pair of tall knit socks with your favorite pair of boots. Pull them up with over the knee boots, or scrunch them down with sneakers and short boots. These socks incorporate the sweater trend in an unexpected place, and they’re warm! Freshman Advertising major, Christy Walshe, looked comfy and trendy on a frigid Syracuse day with her knit socks, chunky sweater scarf and headband. This trend is cheap but practical investment and can be used every winter!

Jeans: Citizens of Humanity

Headband: Urban Outfitters

Scarf: Target

Boots: Steve madden

Sweater: Vince

Socks: Target

DKNY

Free People

-Victoria Troxler

The Craze: Spring into Break AND the Sun

The Craze is a trend report bringing you the latest (and, duh, the greatest) in beauty and style.

One day it’s 60 degrees in Syracuse, N.Y. and the next it’s a windy blizzard. What’s a girl to wear to battle this unpredictable weather? How about prepare and pack your suitcase for spring break! I know it’s three weeks away but you’ll need to get you’re shopping and ordering in before then.

So, what’s hot for the beach this season? Pack bold patterns and neutral colors when it comes to your bikinis and you can mix and match them when you get tired of wearing the same suit each day.

How about protecting your skin from the sun? Get some great beach cover-ups in light fabrics and muted tones for a fresh look.

Don’t forget to protect your feet from the scorching sand with some stylish kicks. Choose from simple flip-flops to embellished flat sandals.

-Kate Ahrendtsen

The Orange Carpet: Menswear Maven

The Orange Carpet scours SU to roll out the best of campus style (die, hoodies, die!).

Favorite Trend: Skinnies

Trend that needs to “die”: Nothing, Keitz says she is open to everything!

Seeking a cold-weather layering alternative to a cardigan or a blazer? Take a page out of Anders Keitz’s book and try wearing a vest as a layering piece. Keitz, a sophomore broadcast journalism major, wears a tailored vest to add an extra layer of both warmth and excitement to her outfit. Keitz also brightens up her outfit with a gorgeous floral print scarf.

A tailored vest is a timeless, classic piece that can be worn with jeans, dress pants, or a pencil skirt. A vest is a super versatile piece that won’t be going out of style anytime soon.

Interested in adding a classic and timeless vest to your closet? Check out these options. Hurry and check out these on-sale items before they go away!

Keitz is wearing:

Courderoy Pants: Madewell

T-Shirt: J Crew

Vest: Madewell

Scarf:Anthropologie

Boots: Steve Madden

Classiques Entier® 'Matrix' Vest at Nordstrom: $99.90

Madewell blazer vest $49.99

BDG Linen Vest at Urban Outfitters $29.99

– Rachel Laber

The Craze: Wedge On Into Spring

The Craze is a trend report bringing you the latest (and, duh, the greatest) in beauty and style.

Who doesn’t love wedges? They are easier to walk in than heels, way more comfortable, and you still look great! You can dress them up or down and choose from a variety of materials including cork, leather, suede, or wood. Play with colors to accent outfits or slide on a pair of black wedges to complete any classic look. Wedges are a trend that can be worn now and continue into spring with the warm weather from closed-toe, opened-toe, or sandals. This trend can be seen on the runways of Chanel, Marc Jacobs, Prada and the like. Love your feet and dress them up with wedges while still maintaining comfort. Look great with the affordable finds below.

Cooperative from Urban Outfitters

Jeffrey Campbell
Steve Madden

-Kate Ahrendtsen

The Craze: SUIT UP!

The Craze is a trend report bringing you the latest (and, duh, the greatest) in beauty and style.

Jumpsuits or “jumpers” are the winter alternative to the popular romper that offers comfort and versatility. Jumpsuits have been seen on the 2010 runways in both Fall and Winter collections and can be dressed up or down. Choose a monotone color with a minimalist design in order for a variety of accessory choices. Platforms or heels are the perfect match to wear with jumpsuits. While the jumpsuit may be a bit intimidating for some, it is a great trend that can be worn throughout the seasons, and can be adapted to your personal style with sweaters, blazers, belts, jewelry and shoes. Suit up for the holiday season!

Urban Outfitters

Asos.com

By Kate Ahrendtsen

Cuse Closet: A Fashionable Array of Pastels

Cuse Closet peeks inside the staff's wardrobes to find out where we're going and how good we look getting there.

Julie Kosin, our Designer Confidential writer, painted the gorgeous Wednesday with pastels from her head down to her toes. Her outfit was perfectly matched around her cool-colored skirt (such a breath of fresh air after constantly seeing dark winter shades). In order to balance out her outfit, she kept her top half neutral by layering a soft grey t-shirt under a flowing white sweater.

She decided to strut under the autumn sun in bold violet Toms shoes, which added a sense of playfulness to her outfit. To further emphasize the bright colors of the skirt, Julie lined her top eyelids with a berry purple and her bottom eyelids in with soft turquoise eyeliner. The liner brightened her eyes and was the decorative ribbon on a gift in terms of her outfit.

As a final touch, Julie draped a long gold vintage necklace around her neck and a few simple bangles on her wrist. She added color to the perfect autumn day as she walked to and from all of her classes.

T-Shirt: Truly Madly Deeply from Urban Outfitters

Skirt: H&M

Tights: Urban Outfitters

Shoes: Toms

Necklace: Vintage

Sweater: Worthington from J.C. Penney

-Brittany Fowler

The Craze: Never Ending Nudes

The Craze is a trend report bringing you the latest (and, duh, the greatest) in beauty and style.

The rave for nude tones continues as the temperature drops—marking the start of winter. Marc Jacobs Fall 2010 runway collection was full of nude tones and the trend is still popping up in retail stores. Nudes can be seen in just about every clothing item or accessory. Nude tones are gracing the campus. The natural hues can be paired with pops of colors or costume jewelry. They are a great alternative to black. Nude colors seem to be a classical trend that works for any occasion that offers a soft, feminine touch to any outfit.

Madewell

asos.com

Urban Outfitters; Kimchi Blue

-Kate Ahrendtsen

The Orange Carpet: Beyond the Basic Boyfriend Blazer

The Orange Carpet scours SU to roll out the best of campus style (die, hoodies, die!).

From her necklace down to her boots, every part of Kylie Haymaker’s outfit is a fall fashion DO! Haymaker, a sophomore Communication and Rhetorical studies major, was spotted on campus wearing this awesome outfit. Haymaker’s fashion forward boyfriend blazer stands out from the SU crowd. The slight texture in the pattern of the blazer is much more exciting than the basic black or grey (although we do still love our basic blazers!). Haymaker keeps the rest of her outfit simple with her black leggings and white tee. The balance of the outfit allows Haymaker’s fabulous necklace stand out.

Here’s a bit more about Haymaker:

Her Style: Haymaker describes her style as trendy with a classical spin.

Favorite trend of the moment: the military look.
Trend she is ready to see go: It’s time for dirty and worn out Uggs to be taken off the streets and back into the depths of your closet.

What do you think of Haymaker’s look? Our opinion- Fabulous!

Haymaker is wearing:

Blazer- BB Dakota

V Neck Tee- Gap

Leggings- Forever 21

Boots- Steve Madden

Necklace- Urban Outfitters

Copy Haymaker’s classic but trendy style with these Blazer options:

BB Dakota “Douglas Blazer”- $95.00

Forever 21- $29.80

American Eagle- $69.50

-Rachel Laber

The Craze: More Fashionable Than Superman

The Craze is a trend report bringing you the latest (and, duh, the greatest) in beauty and style.

Is it too cold for a hoodie? Do your arms feel stiff in your nice wool coat all of the time? Then try one of this fall’s latest trends: the cape. Don’t worry. You won’t look like a superhero or a vampire.

Urban Outfitters

Rage & Bone, Vena Cava, and United Bamboo, to name a few, showcased this new cover-up on their Fall 2010 runways earlier this year. Even Gossip Girl’s Blair Waldorf wore a shorter cape, known as a capelet, this season.

Capes come in a variety of styles, just like most outerwear. They have the coverage of a coat, but the freedom of a vest. Adding a cape to your outfit instantly dresses things up, so you remain polished without looking as if you tried too hard. Wear them over your blouse and jeans while heading to class or match it with some business attire for your upcoming interviews.

Nordstrom

From high-end retailers to your local mall, capes are bound to be in stock. So chose your style and your price range. The cape trend is for everyone this season.

Nordstrom

-Lauren Dulay

The Craze: Bundle Up!

The Craze is a trend report bringing you the latest (and, duh, the greatest) in beauty and style.

Fall is settling in, along with cooler temperatures. Our fashion dilemma? We need to keep warm, yet still look fashionable. Over-sized sweaters are a perfect solution. They can be paired with a great pair of leggings or boots, and you can even throw on a belt for some added dimension. These sweaters offer style and versatility, so you can feel great, while still looking your best!

Over-sized Pullovers (Available at H&M)

Over-sized Cardigans (with stripes), Available at Urban Outfitters

Over-sized Sweater with Patterns, Available at H&M

-Kate Ahrendtsen

The Craze: Give 'em the shoulder

The Craze is a trend report bringing you the latest (and, duh, the greatest) in beauty and style.

Now turning your shoulder to someone is no longer a cold gesture. Just accentuate your shoulders with puffy sleeves and anyone would be glad to see them. No need to overdo it, the right amount of oomph can give life to even the plainest of outfits. A few celebrities have tried the trend and managed to be show stoppers. 

A puffed-up collage from whowhatwear.com

Even if you don’t have the bank account of a celebrity don’t let that stop you. Urban Outfitters has some pieces that follow the strong shoulder trend.

 

Strong shoulder at Urban Outfitters

Try the Sparkle & Fade Strong Shoulder Top for $32, and if you’re not ready to make a statement with your style, that’s okay. Urban Outfitters has a long sleeve version that gives the shoulders a curvier look.

 

Long-sleeve shoulder drama

You’re sure to still look hot with this top for $32. It also comes in blue, black, and grey. When you’re at an event, don’t be scared to give em’ the shoulder in any way that suits you. Whether you try the puff-shoulder look with an eye-catching dress or a simple top with subtle details, you’ll stand out in every way that matters.

- by Sola Ayodeji