Print and Color Must Wear For Fall

As the weather begins to steer chilly, it's time to start making room in your closet and putting these trends at the top of your shopping list so you can be fabulously on trend for this fall season with fashion.

Do wear emerald green! As Pantone named it the color of 2013. It's been all over the runway from Dolce & Gabbana, Valentino and Roland Mouret.

Winter White is another color trending not only for nightwear but also daywear as well. From chunky knits or a chit coat it can be matched up into many outfits.

A huge favorite however is Leopard as it is still trending into fall. So no need to be stashing your leopard prints to the back of your closet. Of course traditional browns and blacks are always a DO but you can definitely play up with colored leopards prints like pinks or teals this fall as well.

Bargin Back to School Shopping

Are you a college student that is ball-in on a budget!? From tuition, books and basic living necessities the broke college student life is something we are all a little too familiar with. We all want to be wearing the latest trends from the hottest designers and best brands. However, not all of us have the pockets to buy new clothes everyday like notorious shopaholic Kim Kardashian. BUT WAIT! Worry no longer my fellow fashionistas because I am going to introduce you to your next obsession that will help keep you dressed as fabulously as Rachel Zoe, while not draining your bank account at the same time. 

ASOS one of the largest independent online fashion and beauty retailer in the UK. With over 60,000 brands from women and menswear of  Dresses, jeans, T-shirts, shirts, shoes, jewellery, lingerie and beauty everything you would need from head to toe but at a fraction of the cost. Not to mention always keeping you updated with the seasons fashion trend. 

Just check out this Oversized Stud Print Scarf great for the this upcoming fall for only $12.66 

Or for you Beanie Lover this Rib Red Boyfriend Beanie for only $5.06

But wait… did I mention they also have free shipping to 109 countries including the United States! Sounds too good to be true right. You are just wondering "Where's the catch!?" and I tell you "There isn't one!". Unless you consider a 70% clearance a bad deal?

Stylitics at NAU

If you like the setup of Pinterest and need a way to organize your personal wardrobe, you need to join Stylitics.com. Stylitics is a virtual closet organizer where you can post your day to day outfits to keep track of your ensembles and share them with other people. It's a great way to plan your outfits and avoid a dreaded outfit repeat. You can also get expert style advice from real stylists and browse their wardrobes! The Stylitics Report, which is the company's blog, has great fashion news and articles to help keep you up to date on fashion trends, history, and events.

There is now a Facebook page for Stylitics at NAU!

This page is not affiliated with NAMA, but one of our members has been working with the company to bring news and events to NAU students. Take a gander at the Stylitics at NAU Facebook page and Like it to receive updates and special offers.
Also check out Stylitics.com to start your own virtual closet!


**NAMA meeting update!
Our meetings will be Tuesdays at 6pm in Com building room 228.
Keep checking the NAMA Facebook page to learn more! xx

Inspire Fashion T-shirt Design Contest

Phoenix Fashion Week is hosting the Inspire Fashion T-shirt Design Contest!

This is a logo design contest for high school seniors and college students pursuing a degree in fashion. In order to enter you must create an original design for a PHXFW t-shirt and submit it by September 6th. There will be one winner who will receive a $1000 scholarship. This scholarship has been established by PHXFW in their efforts to give back to the community and promote education and careers in fashion. This is a really fun and great way to work on your design skills and to help finance your education.

The rules and more detailed information on the contest are below. Read everything carefully! If you have any questions send them to jenna@phoenixfashionweek.com.

Since fall semester is just around the corner make sure you Like the NAMA Facebook page to receive updates on our meetings and events for this semester!

Picture Perfect - Portrait Tees

When I think of graphic tees I usually associate them with teeny-bopper t-shirts that have sassy sayings and cutesy cartoon characters on them. The more mature (but still fun and relaxed) version would be the portrait tee. These simple yet eye-catching t-shirts are great for casual ensembles and are amusing pieces to have in your wardrobe. I think this top is a nice little number to have on hand for those jeans and t-shirt kind of days.

As always, please like the NAMA Facebook page to receive updates on meetings and other fashion news!

Lesa Wallace - Giving Bracelets

This week we are spotlighting local designer Lesa Wallace.

Lesa, who hails from Arizona and went to college in California, has created a name for herself with her line of beautiful leather handbags and accessories. Her handbags have been featured in numerous fashion publications and can be found in stores and boutiques around the country. Lesa also has an accessories collection called Giving Bracelets. NAMA President, Jenna, recently saw Lesa’s designs at a market in Flagstaff and wanted to spread the word about these bracelets. I had the opportunity to talk to the designer herself and learn more about what she does and her goals with her business.

Lesa has been creating leather handbags for ten years and says her inspiration really comes from growing up in the South West. Nature and Native American art have been big influences, which you can see in her bags and bracelets.

The idea for the Giving Bracelets came from using remnants from her handbags. Lesa began taking the recycled leather bracelets out on the road and selling them at art shows, markets, and music festivals. She brings her leather presses and other tools to these shows so she can customize the bracelets for each customer.

A few years ago, Lesa began volunteering with Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for Children, an organization which helps provide legal aid and representation for neglected children, but didn’t have the time to focus on both volunteering and designing. A little over a year ago Lesa decided to start selling her Giving Bracelets as a way of spreading the word about the organization. The bracelets retail between $20 to $25 and 10% of all the proceeds are donated to CASA.

When asked about the future of her business, Lesa said she sees the Giving Bracelets continuing to grow and still promoting CASA through her work. She really hopes to see her business lead to something like the mission of TOMS shoes; a product with a charitable purpose.

As a parting statement, Lesa encourages anyone who wishes to be involved in fashion to focus on finding their story and message. She also said that working with social media to spread the word is the best way to get started.

To learn more about Lesa, Giving Bracelets, and her other designs, head over to the Lesa Wallace Handbags Facebook page. You can contact Lesa at info@lesawallace.com to find out where you can purchase her bracelets and the next time she will be in your area. You can also reach out to her on Twitter by using the hashtag #givingbracelets.
Lesa will be in Flagstaff this weekend at Wheeler Park so make sure you check out her booth.

 Designer Lesa Wallace (left) and NAMA President Jenna (right)

Keep checking our NAMA Facebook page for weekly posts and to learn about upcoming meetings and events this Fall!

Style Icon: Kate Middleton

Earlier this week the Royal Duchess of Cambridge gave birth to her first child after much anticipation. Due to this exciting event it is only fitting that we pay Kate Middleton some fashion homage. She is our Style Icon for the week!

Her style in casual settings is always so put together and flattering

Kate’s formal wear is elegant, classy, and demonstrates her superb personal style 

She always looked fantastic during her pregnancy!

Let’s not forget her gorgeous wedding gown! 

 Kate Middleton is without a doubt a very fashionable woman, but her style is very sensible and not too flashy. This Duchess knows how to dress! 

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