Hot Seams

The sweaters you need to survive the holidays

Sweater dresses are a great way to show off your shape without sacrificing warmth. The silhouettes for this sweater tend to fall into one of two categories: slim or loose-fitting. Whichever shape you prefer, be sure to balance your bottom half by wearing wool tights and boots underneath.

| Senior Fashion Columnist

Hot Seams: Fashion tips for fall!

As the December issues make their way to your doorsteps, newsstands and local convenience stores, it has become clear that winter fashion has yet again gone “retro.” The good news? These fashion-forward styles can be found deep inside your closets in between those flowered overalls and velour tracksuits you loved in the ’90s. Just do a little digging around and voila! You’re a winter fashion guru.

Reilley Dabbs | Fashion Columnist

Hot Seams: Man Bags

Finding a way to carry all of life’s necessities in a socially acceptable bag can be what separates the men from the boys. Although backpacks are both a safe and popular choice, they lack sophistication and maturity. Unless you’re on your way to the gym or a summer camp for 12-year-olds, leave the drawstring knapsacks at home.

| Fashion Columnist

St. Louis Fashion Week’s Project:Design!

Blue mood lights and upbeat music set the tone as this year’s St. Louis Fashion Week kicked off with a lively event. The seventh annual Project:Design! show, sponsored by Brown Shoe Company and ALIVE Magazine, attracted a fashion-hungry crowd of locals eager to see what St. Louis’ hottest fashion talent has to offer. The Project:Design!

| Fashion Columnist

Hot Seams: How to dress for fall

As September weather favors a sporadic predictability that can only be mirrored by professors’ fluctuating homework assignments, many wish to remain snuggled under the covers, tempted to press the snooze […]

Reilley Dabbs | Scene Reporter

Hot Seams: Preparing for fall’s great fashion hunt

The temperature’s dropping, and we’re finally settling in and getting back into academic mode. But is your closet ready for all the events, parties, concerts and classes you’ll be attending […]

| Fashion Columnist

Bill Cunningham documentary inspires a new perspective

Perhaps no photographer has had a more significant impact on fashion than Bill Cunningham. For decades, the man has snapped candid portraits of New Yorkers and their clothing. Recently, “Bill Cunningham New York,” a documentary film, interviewed figures like Anna Wintour about Cunningham’s influence.

| Scene Fashion Columnist

Preppy has a whole new twist this season

We noticed his fresh take on the classic preppy wardrobe. Rather than donning the ubiquitous boat shoes or bright colors, he’s added a touch of cool through darker colors and Frye boots.

| Fashion Columnist

Hot seams

Teal and light brown make a perfect color combination for spring. Ruffles and feminine details are an excellent way to soften more masculine footwear.

| Fashion Columnist

The fashionista’s spring break shopping list

In less than 36 hours, many of us will embark on the annual college tradition of spring break. Whether traveling to Chicago, California, the Caribbean or Panama City Beach, remaining comfortable and stylish can make a world of difference.

| Scene Fashion Columnist

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