Fashion Friday
Name: Ashanti Durham
Hometown: Los Angeles, Calif.
Major: Microbiology
Wearing: Pants, top and shoes from Forever 21, backpack from Victoria's Secret and headphones from Sony.
How would you describe your style?
It depends and changes from day to day, but in general, it is very lively. I like to express myself through my clothes.
Where do you get your inspiration?
I like to take my emotions and the way I am expressing myself while dancing and apply it to my clothes. Other than that, I also look on Instagram for inspiration.
Why did you choose the major you have?
Since I want to become a pediatrician, this major will give me better knowledge in that field.
What do you prefer?
Dressy vs. Casual
Color vs. Black & White
Expensive vs. Budget
Name: Sophia Li
Hometown: Hong Kong
Major: Communication
Wearing: Skirt from H&M, sweater from Hong Kong, shoes by Dr. Martens and bag by Phillip Lim.
How would you describe your style?
My style contains many simple pieces of clothing, usually in the colors black and white.
Where do you get your inspiration ?
From many different sources. Mostly from my favorite fashion blogger Rumi Neely, the fashion magazine Nylon and also from people around me. Students here at SMC dress a lot nicer than I expected, which I think is cool.
Why did you choose the major you have?
I chose communication as my major because I would love to work at a fashion magazine so I thought communication could be a good start.
What do you prefer?
Dressy vs. Casual
Colors vs. Black&White
Expensive vs. Budget
Name: Geraldine Guzman
Hometown: Los Angeles, Calif.
Major: Interior design
Wearing: T-shirt unknown, pants from Heritage, shoes from Stonewood Mall and headband from 7-Eleven.
How would you describe your style?
I would describe it as a style inspired and influenced by pin-ups.
Where do you get your inspiration?
Mostly from watching different movies. I am very into fashion from the '50s and '60s.
Why did you choose the major you have?
Interior design is something that really interests me. I love going into a house and just envision what would look good.
What do you prefer?
Dressy vs. Casual
Colors vs. Black & White
Expensive vs. Budget
Name: Rupali Wason
Hometown: Foothill Ranch, Calif.
Major: Film and astronomy
Wearing: Sweater from H&M, skirt and shoes from Goodwill and socks from Target.
How would you describe your style?
It is pretty simple, cheap and comfortable.
Where do you get your inspiration ?
Nothing in particular. I basically just put on whatever I find. I don't follow any trends, but I guess my style is pretty trendy anyway. I don't like to know what the trends are, I just follow my own taste and wear what I like.
Why did you choose the major you have?
The different majors are both very interesting. As for astronomy, it is also very mysterious. I would really like to become a professor within astronomy.
What do you prefer?
Dressy vs. Casual
Colors vs. Black & White
Expensive vs. Budget
Name: Brandye Wilson
Hometown: Los Angeles, Calif.
Major: Former art student at SMC
Wearing: Shirt from Joyrich, shoes from Nordstrom, bag from American Apparel and turban from Navy.
How would you describe your style?
It is kind of funky and settled. I always wear a headband and usually something colored as well. I would say my style is very different from what people around me are wearing.
Where do you get your inspiration?
Most of my inspiration comes from celebrities like Amber Rose and Kanye West. I read Italian Vogue and watch what other people around me are wearing.
What do you prefer?
Dressy vs. Casual
Colors vs. Black & White
Expensive vs. Budget