Edina West Upper Division - Windigo Yearbook (Edina, MN)

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 EDINA STYLE” 'i We were flashy, funky, and ■ . dina is consistently known for hav-■ ing a style of its own, one that sets • apart from the others. And with the 3w school year came a new set of ends, full of bright colors and bold rints. The hallways and the Commons ere decorated with the new look of aisleys, plaids, stripes, tapestry and •wels blended together in ways never ied before, as well as the good old aditions of denim, shetlands, t-shirts, nd oxfords. We put our best foot forward wear-g flats, moccasins, high-tops, and oots in a rainbow of colors. We cov-'ed our behinds with jeans and trouts, stirrup pants and mini-skirts made y Guess, Compliments, Levi's, Esprit. Drenza, and Genera. To top that off e wore oversized shirts, both plain nd patterned. Benetton. Forenza. nd Esprit sweaters. Polo shirts, and •an jackets. Pulled together with jew-led broaches, rhinestones, head-ands, and Swatch watches — we reated our own look. What did the students think of these new trends??? When polled. 70 percent of the boys at EHS felt that girls took fashions too far. In contrast with that, 83 percent of the girls thought that boys' fashions remained the same from season to season, and didn't feel that they made an effort to vary their styles. When asked, most girls said that they would like to see boys turn their fashions in a trendier direction, and most boys showed a dislike for the new trends in women's fashions. Sophomores won overwhelmingly in the most outrageously dressed cata-gory (with the added comment. They all dress like Madonna!! ) with the junior class running a distant second — but isn't that the way it's supposed to turn out?!? Coca-Cola. America's favorite soft drink, arrived on the fashion scene with Coke-clothes for guys and girls. The rugbies, flannel shirts, sweats, and jeans carrying the soda-pop label matched the new varieties of cola ar- flamboyant. riving on the market — New Coke. Classic Coke, and Cherry Coke — that we often unsuccessfully attempted to stroll out of the cafeteria with, only to be sent back by a teacher. Edina High School was bubbling over with fashion which leaves us with this question — how did we afford to wear all those $55 jeans and $65 sweaters from Southdale. the Galleria, City Center, and Calhoun Square? Did our parents decide to give up on sending us to college in order to fulfill our fettish for stylish attire?!? Many students worked to help finance their fashion budget, but felt that it was well worth it. After all. the way we clothe ourselves makes a statement about each individual as well as Edina as a whole and this year was full of unique, new (sometimes strange — thanks to the help of a few outgoing fashion statements). With Edina Style out in full force, we showed everyone just who we are. At the new Polo Shop in the Galena. Paul Kat-ton (12) tnes on a Ralph Lauren jean jacket, one of the many afferent jean jackets to storm the fashion scene Im Hanton (12) found Cherry Coke perfectly •lendabie with her Coca-Cola shirt — both ere the new craze on the '85 scene FADS FASHIONS 17

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Shorts were lengthened and brought out in bold colors when the new patterned shorts entered the market, as worn by Tom Matson (10), Lance Larlvee (11), Rob Okeriund (11), andNick Haddad (11). While trying on hats in the Benetton Shop. Carol Hamilton (11) showed that a splash of color and a flowery print made the new trends fun. 16 FADS FASHIONS

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 COMING UP ROSES” Gypsy was a four srar production. The students looked professional. it was reaHy good! — Mr. James Cabalka (fac.) The kids do such a neat job each year. I enjoy seeing all the enthusiasm. — Parent Simply Marvelous — James Cooke (12) It was a lot of work — we were worried whether or not we would get it together. Some people didn't get costumes untH the day before the show, the set wasn't done, and everyone was reaHy nervous. But we did pull together well. — Carol Hamilton (10) It went wonderful. I am very pleased. It was different this year because it involved a fewer number of kids on stage. It was harder to have continuity. The two leads, both Kari and Stacey did a tremendous job. along with Angie and Mike and Sarah. — Robert Peterson (fac.) It went great — fantastic, the best seven weeks of my life. Seriously. — Mike Hoff (12) On a chilly November evening. I arrived at the school shortly after seven o'clock. Not my usual hangout for a Saturday night, I was a bit apprehen- Stacey Howat (12) os Rose and Jeff Pet r«on (12) os Mr. Goldens tone tak business while cost members look on sive about whether or not the musical would satisfy my unusual craving for cultural entertainment. Upon entering the school, I was greeted not only with a rush of warm air, but the excited chatter of beaming fathers and nervous mothers. I was handed a program and casually strolled up to an usher. Excuse me, where are the people who don't have reserved seats supposed to sit?' I inquired. The poor usher had no idea. Oh well, if she couldn't usher, maybe crowd control was her purpose. She told me her job was to guard the door. Nevertheless, things in the Leo J. Fick auditorium seemed to be running quite smoothly. Finally the lights dimmed and Gypsy began. It was the story of an over-zealous mother. Rose, played by Korl Krank (12) and Stacey Howat (12), and her strife to get her children into show business. I was overwhelmed by these students' stage presence. Gypsy took place in several major cities across the U.S., at a time when Vaudville was a dying act. The acting was superb, as well as Spencer Lundgaard (11) and Eric Weber (12) tie eoch other's ties os they chuckle about the fact that neither con do It for himself. WM they ever learn?! the choreography. The Artistic direc and choreographer was John Co mand, and the Music and Producti was directed by Mr. Robert Peters (fac.). Several numbers, which left me. well as the rest of the audience sp bound were. Mr. Goldstone ' Momma was Married, and Ros Turn. The leads were played by k Krank and Stacey Howat as Ro Sarah Ferguson (12) as Louise. M Hoff (12) as Herbie, and Angle Cllffc (12) as June. The twenty-seven member orch-tra tickled the audience with style c beautiful music. After the standing ovation, I tri desperately to wiggle my way out the crowds. Twisting and turning wards the door. I found myself ent gled in mobs of smiling people. Eve one loved Gypsy! It was a well-doi professional performance. In additi it was definately a worthwhile acti for Saturday night! 18 FALL MUSICAL