Fashion
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Jy Garrett N. James
Editor-In-Chief
■‘May I see your underwear?”
This is a phrase that I’ve never
Isaid to a female, and from the
|looks of things lately, I may
never have to. I’m not that older
[from most students here, but I’ve
apparently been oblivious to the
llatest fashion changes. Never in
I million years would I have
guessed that a female wearing
her pants low enough to show
|her thong underwear would be
described as ‘stylish.’ Give me a
break!
Vnd this issue of ‘daring to bare’
extends much deeper. This also
comes at a peculiar time in the
lives of us brown-skinners. Just
then the neo-soul, (black is
;autiful) movement had us
ack males calling our black
sistas queens and had them
ra thinking and treating themselves
as such, it happened again. Our
" extremely urban background-
known to some as being ghetto-
had to show its nappy little head.
“How can one really expect to
be respected when they are
mentioning their
“It’s not what you know
and it’s no longer who
you know. It’s who knows
you and the image that
they are receiving from
you.”
unmentionables?” is the question
we need to ask ourselves. It just
won’t happen. Not even in a
million years. Ladies, What are
you thinking?
Let us talk about the low-cut
jeans. There’s nothing really
wrong with them, but if you want
to wear them, buy the low-cut
under-garments and be neat with
it. It’s important for you to
understand the significance of
proper and appropriate dress
behaviors.
Why else would dressing for
success by emphasized at such a
high magnitude? Many times,
the right wardrobe means the
difference between being
accepted or denied, embraced or
rejected. If also determines whom
will be doing the embracing and
rejecting.
Males with little respect for
themselves, a mediocre set of
personal goals, and living a
lifestyle opposite of anything
concerning honest success,
embrace females that leave
nothing to the imagination. On
the other side of the pasture,
males that know their real worth,
have high self-esteem, and are
grounded on an inevitable path
of high-achievement reject these
low standards.
Males, which group describes
you best? Females, which group
are you attracting? Honestly?
Any female with class will tell
you that it’s not what you wear,
but how and when you wear it.
Whether it’s right or wrong, we
are all judged from our
appearances. We can either get
mad at the game, or acknowledge
it and play by the rules.
Here’s my redefined version
of the Golden Rule, “It’s not
what you know and it’s no
longer who you know. It’s who
knows you and the image that
they are receiving from you.”
That’s the truth as told by the
Editor. I know I’m right, but what
do you think?
Renowned Fashion Show Comes To Town
breathtaking garments that
entertain, uplift and enlighten
those who have the opportunity
By Andrea L. McKnight
Contributing Writer
Drama, glitz and glamour
made the 45* annual Ebony
Fashion Fair event, “Simply
Spectacular,” one to remember. If
you missed it, you missed style
at its best! The largest traveling
fashion show of its kind took
place at the Cumberland County
Auditorium. It was a full house,
the audience was captivated and
all admired the exotic, colorfiil,
and exquisite displays of
fashion’s latest trends.
Ebony Fashion Fair not only
offers attendees an evening of
entertainment, but also provides
an opportunity to support
various charities, sororities,
fraternities and national
organizations such as the
Scopes-
NAACP, the United Negro
College Fund and the Urban
League. These organizations
have raised more that $49 million
dollars in proceeds over the
years.
This year, the members of the
Fayetteville Alumnae Chapter of
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
sponsored the show. With over
200,000 members nationally.
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority
focuses on sisterhood,
scholarship and service.
“People do not realize the
great amount of work it takes to
bring this show to Fayetteville,
but it is a pleasure to host this
exciting event,” said Deborah
Atkinson, President of the
Fayetteville Alumnae Chapter.
There is nothing bland or
boring in the collection, only
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to see them. Models graced the
runway in Laura Biagiotti, Karl
Lagerfeld, Geoffrey Beene, Bob
Mackie, Nina Ricci and dozens
more designers of international
fame.
They showcased clothing that
ranged from business attire, to
the “good ole” swimwear for the
upcoming summer. From eye
catching embroidery to
magnificent textures and
patterns.
Goodies, goodies and more
goodies! Atkinson and Judith
Waddell, Vice President of the
Fayetteville Alumnae Chapter,
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I’z from Brooklunnnnn!” SHUT UP! Ya’Il ain’t the joint.
Scorpio: Why is it, that you always say you’ll start doing something “on monday” “Hey gurl, Imma
start looking for a job...on monday!” “I’z serious man....I’z gon start doin mi homewurk...on monday!
“Fo sho, this time, Imma start losing dem 20 lbs..on monday!
Sagittarius: You ain’t right, if ya take the cups and forks from da cafe! “Hey gul, where ya get dat cool
silvaware?” “I’z bought it wit mi own money. “Chile, ya ain t even gotta job. Stop da lyin !!
Capricorn: Why do ya preacha got com rows, and he be wearing timberlands underneath his robe,
and ya and all ya ghetto sistahs treat him like he’s God? “So mah soldahs, I z got news fo ya today. Da
Lord done give me a revelation!! At Footlocka mah soldahs, Jordans are fo $89.95 soldahs!!! Da Lord
done bless us wit a bargain. So, soldahs, thank da Lord, and support da Jordans!!” “amen, hallelujah,
hallelujah” DAT JUST AIN’T RIGHT!!
Aquarius: Why ya gotta be stealin’ food stamps when ya go visit ya in laws? “Boh, how’d ya get that
many food in dat fridge? I lost mah stamps some weeks ago” “What had happened was, da goverment
rewarded me fo’ mah community service. haha..er..yo..wanna see ya daughta Nesha? NESHA, ya daddy
here to see ya!!”
Pisces: Ya a mess, if ya com rows be looking like burned bacon strips from da cafe!! “chile, ya betta be
I doin’ sumtin’ bout dem rows. Dem joints be stinkin’. How long yabeen havin’ dem?” “No thug, I’z only
had dem fo’ 7 months. But Imma get them fixed...on monday!!!!!”
Aries: Why ya witnessing da birth of ya child, puffin’ dat green stuff? “pppfffff... he cute... ppppffff.
1 ain’t he sumttin’? ppppffff....Dadda’s so proud of ya....ppppffff.
Soft, Feminine Colors
Hot For Spring 2003
By Crystal Broadie
Contributing Writer
Do my ladies run this
campus for ya! Oh Yeah! This
coming spring season is
definitely all about the
ladies! As the temperature
slowly rises, so will our Visa
balances. So join me as we
shop for spring flings and
must-haves.
Entering our home away
from home (the mall), one
thing is for sure...there is no
running from color this
season. Don’t be afraid to
stand out in the crowd.
We’ll have no problem
finding these spring shades of
canary yellow, pale pink, soft
coral, and sour apple
green. Pink has gone from the
cute little girl next door to one
of springs sexiest must-haves.
Have fun pairing colors. Just
be careful not to clash.
Ladies, choose the hue that’s
right for you and let’s continue
our trip.
Making another
appearance from last summer
is the flight of bright
white! There is an epidemic
going around and it’s certainly
contagious. White
Fever!! The symptoms: A
crisp, clean, classic look that
can’t be beat.
Spring is all about the
perfect pants. You definitely
want that feminine fit that
turns heads as you enter the
room. You might have noticed
the cargo pants “fling” that
has become very popular
recently. Designers such as
Dior, Celine, John Galliano,
Michael Kors, and Marc
Jacobs have made cargo
pants a necessity straight
from the runway.
Try the girly look of cargo
pants with the perfect
pump. In addition, we’ll crop
‘til we drop this season.
Cropped pants are
back!! Search for the fit that’s
just right for you. You don’t
want them too short or
long. But beware, cropped
pants are not to be worn with
stilettos.
Although we’ve already
exceeded our budget, we
can’t leave without picking up
a few baby tees as well as
graphic tees. Whether it’s a
Snoopy, Kermit the Frog,
Strawberry Shortcake, or
Hello Kitty Print, this cute
spring fling adds flavor to any
closet.
For those chilly nights out
on the town, grab a little
jacket or fur vest. The mini
cable crew neck sweater,
which is a very thin-corded
sweater, is new this
season. You can find this
sweater at the GAP in new
rose frost, navy, dream (ice
blue), white, or black. Also,
the 3/4-length sleeves are
back.
Our shopping venture has
almost come to an end, but
just one last stop. What
makes your outfit look
completely different from
everyone
else’s? Accessories!
Accessorize with caps,
hats, jewelry, shades, belts,
bags or pocketbooks. Add
your own spices as you
will. Complete your outfit with
a kitten heel, stiletto, sandal,
sneaker, or pump.
Looking good means
feeling good and feeling good
helps us to be the productive,
strong, independent, and
positive Bronco ladies we
were meant to be.
Watch out fellows because
our new fashion finds will
leave you thinking, “Who’s
that lady?”
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