PVCC Puma Press: October 2003

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	Photo by Serena Hall
	PVCC student, Jessica Vest, sports the layered look, highlighted by a brown tank top covered by a light weight, burgundy, long sleeved, screen shirt. Her jeans are the five pocket classics. She wraps an off-white, nubby, zip-up sweater around her hips for extra detail. Vest is stepping out in caramel colored work boots with funky detailing.
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Now that the Arizona fall heat wave has subsided, it is time to check out the new winter fashions. This winter there are a variety of styles offering something for everyone.

Lori Foleno, Store Manager for Millers Outpost, 320 E. Bell Rd. in the Fountain Square Shopping Center, says the new looks for winter include cargo pants, the khaki look, earth tones, flared legs and drawstring items.

Nikki Mousseau, Manager at Wetseal, 21001 N. Tatum Blvd. in the Desert Ridge Marketplace, says that mini skirts, caprices, denim and initials on everything are the looks for winter.

Pants are always a necessity for winter and Foleno insists that "denim is still hot."

She recommends plain five-pocket jeans or a pair that has a lot of zippers. She prefers low hipped jeans and pants. "The lower, the better," says Foleno.

As for tops, screen t-shirts and stripes will be big this winter, says Foleno. The most popular colors for the stripe pattern are green and burgundy. Long sleeve shirts include boat neck sweaters and turtlenecks.

She adds that the layering look will be perfect for Arizona’s cold weather—a tank top covered by a long sleeve or standard t-shirt. Finally, the look is topped off with a shorter jacket in natural colors says Foleno. This season the jackets feature multiple pockets and are made from corduroy or other heavier twill and nubby knits.

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Photo by Serena Hall
PVCC student Kaycee Price’s outfit consists entirely of Dickies fashions. Price showcases a beige baby-t with a black zip- up sweatshirt, clearly displaying a bold red “D,” which signifies Dickies. Price struts her stuff in a pair of candy-apple-red pants, accented by a wide detailed black belt.
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As for fabric and material, plaid and checkers are forecasted to be big, says Foleno. Mousseau agrees that plaid will be a popular print. She also likes floral patterns.

Foleno sees items in black and natural colors this winter, but Mousseau says red, pink and black will be top sellers.

Mousseau’s favorite winter fashions include dressy tops, track jackets and tennis athlete shoes. On the other hand, Foleno loves the new look called urban chic. This look involves a pair of cargo pants and a dressy top. The look can be both casual and fancy, says Foleno.

Foleno sees dressy materials, satiny fabrics and fancy detailing to be popular as the winter holidays approach.

For accessories, Mousseau likes chain belts, arm bands, purses, cab hats and earrings.

She recommends "one stud and one dangly."

The accessories that Foleno suggest are belts, beanies, scarfs, natural colored and fiber handbags or purses with detail. "Stars are on everything," especially sliver detailed stars says Foleno.

Accessories can change every outfit and every woman should buy a "scarf and a belt with detail," says Foleno. If you have money to spare, invest in a denim, pleated skirt and a good pair of boots, she adds.

Check out the new winter fashions for less. Log on to anchorblue.com to access a friends and family coupon for any Millers Outpost or Anchor Blue store.

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Kaycee Price (left) shines in a pair of low rider, black pants, accented with an eye catching red belt with rows of metal stones. Price’s completes her outfit with a black and grey, baseball screen t-shirt. PVCC student Elyse Webb (center) relaxes in a denim, pleated skirt. She adds a casual and fun touch to the layered look with a white baby-t covered by a long sleeved button-up shirt, accented by white and lime green flowers. This portrays a sweet and feminine look. Jessica Vest (right) sports an army green pair of cargo pants with fun zipper detailing. She looks comfy and ready for Arizona’s cold weather in a long sleeved wool sweater that consists of forest green, burgundy and white knitting. Vest completes her look with a white cab hat.
	Photo by Serena Hall
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