Fallin’ for fashion

Gabriela Sanchez, Arts and Entertainment Editor

October 9, 2012

Fall fashion has begun and at Citadel Shopping Center, they have the perfect every day outfit as the season changes. With the variety of stores there ought to be an outfit that suits shoppers for the fall season.

Seasons are changing, and as summer has come to an end, even though the California sun seems to disagree, fall has finally arrived. Bursts of different patterns, tones, and trends are being worn by students all around campus, sporting their new fall favorites.

Mizhelle Cortes, 11, has always been fascinated by fashion and is excited to change up her look for the chilly season.

“I love wearing fun, flirty colors, but now that the season changed, my favorite trend for fall is just wearing dark colors that have cool embellishments or designs,” Cortes said.

Dark, earthy tones are slowly taking over the students’ wardrobe as well as fun floral patterns and jeans. Printed bottoms are huge this season, and they are a must have statement piece. These trends are seen displayed in many popular storefronts such as Forever 21, H&M, and Urban Outfitters, where shoppers can get the full fall look. Denim made an enormous comeback, and the trend is here to stay, remaining a popular piece in students’ closets. Although the heat seems to linger, as soon as the windy weather hits, the layered look, with dark plaids along with leather boots, and textured, chunky sweaters will inevitably become another fall essential, as well as military jackets that add edginess to any attire. Those who wish to sport a more girly look are wearing loose, earthy toned, sheer and silky blouses, adorable collared shirts, and dark ankle booties to tie their outfits together, giving that chic vintage look.

“I absolutely need my denim vest in my wardrobe. I think it compliments all my outfits,” junior Fatima Yataco said.

While some students seems to be sporting popular fall clothing, other students are approaching style with an unusual twist, using different shoes on each foot and standing out from the crowd. Junior Cori Hayes, embraces her unique sense of style and strays away from some common trends and puts more emphasis on her individual sense of style. Hayes’ different colored shoes trend was a decision she made early on in her youth.

“Well, in third grade I liked both [shoe] colors, and so I decided to wear both of them!” Hayes said.

With every season comes different trends, and students are able to have fun with their clothing. Their style offers opportunities to each put their own twist and feel into their wardrobe. It becomes a form of expression and this season brings different pieces to show off individuality.

About the Contributors

Gabriela Sanchez, Arts and Entertainment Editor

Writer Gabby Sanchez enters The Downey Legend staff with high hopes and a career oriented state of mind. She has been chosen to take on the position as Arts & Entertainment Editor, a position not so easily conquered. Using her skills as a writer she hopes to attract more readers to the arts Downey High School has to offer. Sanchez decided to join the online publication in order to gain insight in journalism. “I wanted to see if this was something I could be able to do as a career,” Sanchez said. For this aspiring journalist, her work has only just begun. The editor had never seen her future predicted this way; moving from Peru at the age of three limited her English, proving difficult for her to adjust to the new language. “During elementary, I was bad at English, but its something I later improved in,” Sanchez said. She not only improved in a foreign language, but she also grew to like the challenge she accustomed to. After overcoming this difficulty proved to be a great strength in Sanchez, using it to her advantage when confronted by deadlines as well as schoolwork. But beyond the classroom is where she enjoys her teen years with friends, listening to music, and enjoying the foods and movies other countries have to offer. “I love Italian food,” the cuisine enthusiast said. “I also like to watch movies in my spare time, especially foreign films.” With having The Downey Legend set as a foundation for her future, Sanchez’ main incentive is to travel the world and live on her own. Although unsure of what college to pursue her journalism career, she knows a UC will suit her in her plan to write for Time Magazine.

Andrea Martinez, Photographer

Andrea Martinez ,11, is a photographer for The Downey Legend. Martinez first took an interest in photography when she signed up for Photojournalism, and now photography is one of her favorite hobbies. The main reason Martinez joined staff was because Miss. Napoli insisted she would be a perfect addition, not to mention she was also encouraged by her friends Brenda Lopez and April Rios. Her other hobbies include: volunteering at Downey Regional Medical Center and spending time with friends and family. Martinez is secretary for KIWIN’S club, and she absolutely loves it. She considers members of her club to be her second family. One of her personal goals as of right now is to get straight A s, while a goal for The Downey Legend is to simply become closer with everyone; she wants the newspaper staff to get as close and comfortable KIWIN’S club. “ I want them to be like my third family,” Martinez said. After high school she would like to travel the world and go on new and exciting adventures. One of the most special moments in her life was when her little sister Isabel was born. Martinez explained that when she was younger she always wanted a little sister or brother, so when Isabel was born, she became one of the most special people in her life. Although Martinez is still undecided about what major she wants to take on, she is very interested in medicine and loves children. With her incredible personality and hard work, she is sure to make any of her goals come through.