Angie Sheep
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The summer may be vanishing before our eyes and glowing tanned skin, but it leaves behind something untouched: its wardrobe. Oh if only it could take that away with it too and let fall deliver its spectacular fashions! But if you’re like me – a poor law student with only a few cents to spend on the luxury of clothing – then you have to make do with what you have and recycle, recycle, recycle! It’s great for the environment, and trust me, great for your savings account; so you can drop another $500 on next term’s textbooks. Hooray…
Fall 2012 focuses on modifying your current wardrobe with some simple tweaks to attain that coveted autumn look. The bright colors that dominated the past months are still very present. So keep on wearing those hot red pants! And don’t forget about the oversized clutches! Jam your thousand-pound course packs into your huge, extravagant lockers and take a simple handbag to class. These are only a few tips on how to transform into your fabulous fall self. I, for one, am definitely not ready for the bright sunny days to end, so I am taking as much of it with me as possible!
We’re tucking it down (or tying it up)
It may not be the exact words of the Lincoln Park song but I’m sure they had this in mind during production…And no, not the way your mom used to shove every inch of your blouse into your pants, making you an immobile mummy. This fall trend speaks to effortless, asymmetrical tucks and ties. Examples are, having your shirt in only at the front, only on one side, or only one flap of your blouse. Remember, this mainly applies to tops; so girls, don’t go walking around Osgoode with one side of your skirt in your bright pink underwear. I would totally love all that Lady Gaga hotness, but I don’t know about everyone else.
For first years, our lovely orientation tees can be modified by making a slit in the front and tying it up. Plus, the tees are already in those bold colors so it fits perfectly.
50 Shades of Color
The layering trend is simply inevitable every fall/winter. This concept is as old as Jesus; it is specifically written in the Bible that Jesus wrapped his sexy toga round and round to create the illusion of layers.** A great way to tone down your brights for fall is to put darker sequined, tweed, metallic, or leather outerwear over them. These materials have overtaken runways and magazines everywhere. A good leather jacket is definitely worth investing into; it is versatile, edgy, and in style almost every year. I have my sights set on a special piece on Etsy. 
Tights, Nylons, Pantyhose
Whatever you want to call them, they are incredible in “fall-izing” any summer look. Well, except if you wear them under pants where no one can see them. But why? What is that? Please. Throw them on under skirts, dresses, or shorts and immediately you are an autumn goddess.*** Tights are relatively cheap and there is a great selection at the Bay of colors, designs, lengths, etc. Switch them up regularly to give your outfit a new look.
Other Business to Look Out For
Denim has been spotted everywhere this summer and will continue to be ever-so-present. So throw a jean jacket or vest over those blouses to edge them up. Horizontal stripes have also become very popular, especially blue stripes over a white background. For a slimming effect, opt for stripes that are thin, because big ones will simply chunk you up.
I have highlighted only a few of the countless pieces that are loved this season, and since most of us do not have the time to go out and explore every option, I hope this will be a good overview to what’s going on in the world of F-F-F-Fashionistas.
** EDITOR’S NOTE: The Obiter does not guarantee that Jesus actually dressed in this fashion, or that this statement is actually in the Bible. This sentence is included in the article as merely an enthusiastic rhetorical statement. The Obiter has no particular religious affiliations or firm stances on fashion in general. If you have any concerns or wish to opine about religious garb or fashion as a whole, consider visiting the Obiter office or writing us an article.
***EDITOR’S NOTE: Once again, The Obiter does not endorse nor side with any particular Gods or Goddesses, fashion or otherwise.