Masking up Cover model in style Darian Reynolds Project 333 lifestyle Duke Editors suit up! T h e S t y o t i r i Fight back n e u BLACK s m o m VOICES f o at C D MATTER u q k u c e a l s B n e ’ s fast fashion Brands must feature all body types Photographed by Griffin Sendek Fall Fashion BY EMILY AMBERY | STAFF WRITER s the weather shifts from hot and humid to cold and dark, fall is the special “in between” that provides the best mixture of cool winds with bright sunny days. There is so much to discuss about fall, but its best aspect is truly the fashion. Fall fashion in 2020 is different from fall styles before; it combines vintage and sophisticated all while staying comfortable and warm. A Fall fashion is the perfect compromise between looking stylish and staying comfortable. There are five staples to this season’s styles that will keep ev- eryone looking and feeling their best: layering, oversized fitting clothes, colors, patterns and sweatpants. Fall fashion places a heavy emphasis on layering. Layering is essential to fall because the weather can shift between windy and sunny to cold and cloudy. Having layers to take on and off throughout the day ensures a regulated temperature. “As the weather gets chillier, I tend to grab anything from a fleece pullover to an oversized sweater to layer on top of my outfit for the day,” said Lucy Barber, a freshman occupational therapy major. GRIFFIN SENDEK / MULTIMEDIA EDITOR GRIFFIN SENDEK / MULTIMEDIA EDITOR Layering can be as easy as throwing a cardigan over an outfit, popular look is to put any length skirt, patterned or corduroy While maintaining fun fall looks is exciting, it can also be tir- or more complicated by coordinating certain colors in the lay- pants with an oversized sweatshirt, either crew neck or hooded. ing to dress up everyday. Fall is a time to go out in comfy clothes ering of an outfit. Some popular styles emerging with layering Fall fashion has a mixture of colors, patterns and prints, which while feeling and looking great. Any day in fall warrants a comfy are wearing a collared shirt under a crew neck sweatshirt for a commonly include warm, basic and fall-related colors. clothes day with sweatpants and a sweatshirt. more sophisticated sweatshirt look. Also, for a more elevated “The colors are my favorite thing about fall fashion because I “I enjoy putting fall looks together, but sometimes my favorite hoodie look, pair a plaid shirt over a hoodie for extra warmth like basics, so fall fashion is definitely my favorite style to show thing to do in fall is wear sweatpants and a sweatshirt and sit out- and added style. off basic sets,” Callie Mckendree, freshman integrated marketing side with the chilly winds and colorful leaves,” Barber said. The meaning of oversized has shifted in fall fashion from huge communications major, said. Some aspects of fall fashion are unique and always evolving, scarves, sweaters and knee-high boots to looser fitting jeans, Along with colors, there are many patterns and prints great for but no matter what the trend is for fall each year, there are defi- oversized sweatshirts, cardigans and sweaters. In fall 2020, many fall fashion. Using plaid, argyle or cable knit for cardigans and nitely go-to looks to rely on that are timeless and above all com- people can be seen styling mom jeans with a cardigan. Another vests makes a comfortable outfit look chic and high fashion. fortable. Make a statement with your mask BY his year, like everything else, fashion is looking a little bit dif- ASHLEY NEWMAN | STAFF WRITER ferent than the usual — but that’s no excuse to not have a little bit of fun with your fashion choices. As we all know, face masks have made a seemingly perma- nent appearance in our outfits, and will for the foreseeable fu- ture. Even though everyone is wearing a mask around campus out of necessity to keep themselves and others safe, that doesn’t mean you can’t Thave some fun with your mask choices. Wearing reusable cloth masks is not only good for your bank account and the environment, but they can also spice up your outfits. You can find these masks nearly everywhere at this point: grocery stores (like Giant Eagle or Shop ‘n Save), clothing stores (like Old Navy or Target) or even drugstores (like CVS or Rite Aid). Of course, you can also find them easily online. Staples are always good to have in our closets. Staples for masks include some basic designs or colors that can suit almost any outfit or setting. These could be solid col- ored masks that will match anything (black, white, gray or any color that you frequent a lot) or classic patterns GRIFFIN SENDEK / MULTIMEDIA EDITOR that always work (polka dots, plaid or stripes.) Patterned masks are where the real fun begins. For sparkles or beads to really stand out in a crowd. this fall, find classic fall looks to wear on your face. For To style your mask with your outfit, you can either example, a flannel mask will be both practical (for when make a perfect match or an unlikely pairing. Of course, it gets cold) and stylish. you can always wear a dark green mask with your favorite Another fall pattern that’ll look great is delicate flo- dark green sweater (or insert any color there), but to mix rals; a dark mask of navy, black or burgundy pairs beauti- it up, try to pull out complementary colors. Dark green fully with light florals like white, pink or yellow. Patch- or navy looks beautiful with a pastel yellow; burgundy work is also in this fall. Maybe also find a mask that gives works great with light pink; and rose is gorgeous with a quilted vibes. light blue. Sequined masks are also a fashion statement. If you’re Stay safe this fall and remember to have fun with your GRIFFIN SENDEK / MULTIMEDIA EDITOR looking for a flashier option, opt for a mask with sequins, fashion! September 24, 2020 FASHION September 24, 2020 Volume 103 Number 05 THE DUQUESNE DUKE www.duqsm.com PROUDLY SERVING OUR CAMPUS SINCE 1925 Duquesne honors the death of dissent Professor Colleen Hammond who used news editor In a year marked by death, racial slur tragedy and anxiety, another shining light in American history has gone out. in class de- On Friday, Sept. 18, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg died of pancreatic cancer at age 87. mands “It’s one of those moments where things stop for a second,” sopho- more marketing and theater arts reinstatement major Anita Parrott said. Kellen Stepler Parrott heard the news of Jus- editor-in-chief tice Ginsburg’s death while out to eat with friends on Friday night. The attorney for Gary Shank, the She stated that a wave of fear and Duquesne education professor who uncertainty washed over her after was suspended Friday, Sept. 11 for learning that one of her heroes had using racial slurs in a lecture, said taken her last breath. that Shank has no intention to re- “Who will replace her? And how sign, and that the university’s move will we manage?” Parrott said. Courtesy of Elle Magazine threatens academic freedom. Parrott was not alone in her Supreme Court Justice, Ruth Bader Ginsburg died on Friday, Sept. 18 after battling pancreatic cancer. She was 87. Warner Mariani, Shank’s at- sadness and anxiety. The nation torney, said that Duquesne set a 5 Ken Gormley said about his long “tug of war for progress” may toward conservatism, according mourned publicly outside the steps p.m. deadline Thursday, Sept. 17, term acquaintance. have just been lost for decades. to Murphy. of the Supreme Court and inside for Shank to submit his resigna- Gormley attended Harvard Law “I don’t want us to have to “It will get bad socially way be- their homes with friends and loved tion. Mariani said that Shank has School with Justice Ginsburg’s climb up a mountain just to get fore it gets bad legally,” Murphy ones. Many, like Parrott, began to no intention to resign. daughter, Jane, and the two where we were,” Parrott said. said. wonder how the nation would ever “We believe he should be rein- stayed in touch over the years. Justice Ginsburg was a major He noted that although the le- replace such an irreplaceable and stated, and teach the way he’s been “Justice Ginsburg was a tiny influence in the preservation of gal process of overturning pro- iconic figure. teaching for decades at the univer- woman with a commanding intel- marriage equality, reproductive gressive rulings may take years, Justice Ginsburg, also known sity,” Mariani said. lect and a warm sense of humor,” rights and gender equality, and he fears Justice Ginsburg’s death in pop culture as “The Notori- The Foundation for Individual Gormley said. Parrott, like many others, fears will lead to a “series of backslides” ous RBG,” earned her nickname Rights in Education (FIRE), an or- He praised her renowned abili- these movements are already un- in the country. through a lifetime of trailblazing. ganization that focuses on protect- ties as a lawyer and judge, but der threat of reversal. Murphy’s fears echoed those of In her early years, Justice Gins- ing free speech rights on American also as a thoughtful and compas- “I don’t think our democracy is Parrott, as both believe the fight burg made a name for herself by college campuses, wrote an email to sionate person.