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Spring fashion trends for 2018

> Where Victorian ruffles meet '80s fanny packs

Katie Czenczek Staff Writer

Srns is quickly approaching—I know,

the snow on the ground last week

says otherwise—anel with the season

changing, it's time to show off those killer

outhits you've heen waiting to wear, No

more looking like the Michelin Man,

because the time for winter coats andl

mittens is quickly coming to an ene, For

some, dressing for spring is cither their

time to shine, or—myself included) in

this category—a confusing time where

you wish the weather would just make

up its mind sa you can figure cut if you're

wearing capris or long polis, That's

why I've taken a look back at Spring/

Summer 2018 Fashion Weeks In New

York, Paris, London, ane Milan te pet

some inspiration for what is to come, Here's a master list for all

things spring ane trenely,

Pattern

A few patterns found in this year's lineup include black-and-white polka dots, large floral prints, and cheeks, Polka dats were featured on OF-White's stage in both large ancl itty-hilty sizes, giving off fresh Dalmatian vibes, Numerous fashion lines alsa featured large florals with stripes, Checked dresses, shirts, pants, and jackets were all over Balenciaga’s runway in patterns Sherlock Holmes would've been proud of, Bomus marks gocs bo anyone who combines all three into one garment the way Comme des Gargons and OF-White managed to,

Colour

Pretty pastels vs, bold shades—who'll win? You decide, There's no in-between this spring as far as colours go, for you can either go super vibrant to barely a whisper of colour, Lavender was the most popular pastel used by Victoria Beckham, J.W. Anderson, and many more fora delicate popefecolour, On the other end of the spectrum, bright reds and millennial

pinks were all over the runways

especially in power suit form, Rebecca del Revenel and Oscar de le Renta combined the two vibrant shades fora dynamic look.

Cut

It’s time to take a look into your great great-great grandmother's closet, as

high Victorian necklines have made a comeback, Putty pirate sleeves Jerry Seinfeld would cry about along with high ultra-high waisted trousers are also just

as popularas they were in fall and winter. Fanny packs too, unfortunately. A new and interesting trend, however, is the short suit done by Chanel and OF-White. These suits paired your everyday blazer with shorts ina classy—not trashy—way. They paired these looks with cambat boots

Want to start a club?

> Bleed for it... or just be properly prepared

Carter Grenier Contributor

‘m Carter, and I started the Douglas College Comedy Club last semester.

The most dangerous and perilous day that | can remember is the first Club Fair last September,

At 430 a.m., | began to battle the Printer to get my flyers ready. Like a good student, | did almost all my preparation for the fair that very morning. I had my bit all planned out—I'd be dressed as a doctor, and I'd be “prescribing” jokes to all the eager, club-less students! By 7:30 a.m. | made my way to the lonely bus stop in my area of Cloverdale. This bus only heads one way and only until 7:45 am. However, the bus didn't show up! Iwas not stranded alone, however, so naturally T took the time to make some friends. The first was Graham, a family man who

forever renounced driving to downtown Vancouver from Cloverdale every day. The other was Johannes, who had decided to take transit for the first time that day (talk about a bad first impression). To rescue the situation, Graham called his son Tanner, who drove our band of merry men ta King George Station. Once at campus | encountered another problem. | designed and purchased a banner to advertise my club, but | had no stand—Staples really let me down on that one. Since this was my only visual, hanging this banner was my highest priority. My dilemma was solved at the last minute, when | arranged to trade tables with another club, acquiring a corkboard to which | could tape the banner! Sweet salvation! Despite my isolated location, the Club Fair was immensely successful. | was given a chance to speak in front of

to make a grittier style and add a more masculine element, compared to the ultra feminine forms featured on the runways.

Texture

One of my personal favourite trends this year is patent leather anything. Trench coats, boots, even a particularly nice black jumpsuit done by Balmain, all used the material, and this shiny fabric is everywhere. My favourite example of this look is worn by Elaine Wentworth off the runway. She regularly pairs white patent leather go-go boots with feminine, callength dresses

te create an effortlessly cool look.

Opacity

Sheerness —in peek-a-boo garment

the concourse and advertise my club. However, | bombed the talk, as 1 hadn't written or practiced anything—let that be a lesson to all you kids out there: be prepared! | was also up immediately after the Hip-Hop club, which didn't help. Their perfectly choreographed dance extravaganza put me—and my ill-preparedness—to shame. Even so, the humiliating exposure was enough to do the trick, and somehow encouraged more students to sign up. When the Club Fair ended after lunch, the social adrenaline wore off. | knew [ had to head for home. Once | was back on the bus, exhaustion set in. It's a long trip to Cloverdale, so | drifted off. | had been awake since 4 a.m. after all. My destination approached quicker than | had anticipated. | had little time to react. | jumped up and rushed towards the door. | got one foot off

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form—is also very popular this year. Either ina clear, plastic form like

the Kardashian boots that are now legendary, or ultra-feminine tulle dresses revealing one's tighty-whiteys. Alexander McQueen and Paolo Sebastian took

the tulle dress approach to the trend

for an ethereal look. My only warning

for those attempting this at home is

to make sure your undergarments

don’t have any holes in them.

Though trends come and go, hopefully you've found some inspiration if the winter season has bogged down your sense of style. You might be amazed by what a quick neckline or colour switch-up can do for your spirits.

the bus when | heard someone yelling that | forget something. The banner— the all-important banner! | whipped around to grab it, but I slipped and hit my leg on the platform. | snapped up the banner and ran off the bus before it quickly sped away. | saw a man in front of me. It was none other than Graham, my saviour from the morning! “You just about killed yourself there!” he joked. He wasn't far off. 1 look down and | watch asa gash in my leg dripped blood onto the concrete. Graham looked at it with concern, paused, then asked, “Want a ride home?" Clutching my bleeding leg, | accepted. Tanner pulled up once more, saying, “I'm sorry to sce you again today!" We laughed, but all that time sitting in the back seat with so many bandages, all I could think was, how will | ever explain this?

Image of Tom Ford's Spring/Summer 2018 collection via TheNrage.com