Howard University - Bison Yearbook (Washington, DC)

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t»qpqjtq « tydbq (josfcoK tu-»0£. stunts u-diSCOCtAad CWf CitU in attiu as tRdiJ X'cAt 'Bade to tR Basics o longer preoccu- N pied with creating a complicated look, students relied on the timclcssncss of classic, traditional pieces and basic colors to fill their wardrobes. Many students went back to the basics, keeping stop with the trend towards simpler fashion Turtlenecks. miniskirts and pullover sweaters reappeared on the yard in bold, solid colors, ns students dressed in the same hue from head to toe creating u look of continuity, broken only by the sparkle of gold and silver jewelry. Prints and stripes gave way to solid colors making outfits easier to coordinate and allowing for greator flexibility. Those students who chose patterns stuck to very simple glen plaids Brown and black were the colors most visible, as men and women alike chose somber shades in popular fabrics like cotton, wool, jersey and tweed Black or brown leather jackets and black Ray-ban sunglasses proved to be perfect for the uniformed yet coo) imugo co-eds liked to display. Although occasional touches of vibrant colors were added to the simple solid shades, these color accents were restricted to accessories such as hats, belts, and scarfs Providing students with enough versatility to be creative, these accessories were practical enough to maintain the basic look that remained dominant throughout the season. The look went from loose and amorphous to tapered and tailored. Oversized sweaters and tunics were teamed with tight jeans and skirts to create the balanced imago in vogue In kcoping with the simplistic theme, women's outfits were completed with flat shoes. Students were more concerned with comfort and convenience when finding the right combination to create the perfect look. In an attempt to avoid the impracticably of fads, students recalled the fundamentals of design and color that have transcended the limes. They relied on the basics, but still managed to give up the fever on the yard while maintaining a sense of matured sophistication. by l.esa Walker Layout by Alan D Ryan A she r.omblut-v black and brown, dons a skirt with a shorter hnmlino. and low heeled shoos: Adrian Harris perfectly captures the current fashion look fashion

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While some could never understand the concept of borrowing food Michael Rolan had no trouble os he borrows a bite of Tracey Allens's apple. Cash is one of the things friends always seem to want to borrow, jocelyn Oliver. Stephanie Drenon and La-Shawn Hunter prepare to assist lohn Card with a loan. Clothing is among the favorite things to borrow. In keeping with atyla, Rhonda Norman attempts to borrow a Reebok rugby shirt from far-onda Lightfoot Friends borrowed every thing from clothing, to food, to money After lunch in the Punchout. Dana King coaxes Rennet- Belton to allow her to borrow her cigarette. Situations often arise where it is necessary to borrow someone car to get around. However in desparato times a bicycle would do the Job of transportation just as well. Tbny Acott pleads with Chow Baker to allow him to borrow hii bike. Mega Moochcrs 27

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Sony Murray display the trend uf unl-tolur dressing « her outfit in solid navy it broken only by a Mark white shirt A she combines tan and white, the ever popular turtlrnerk in black, adds the contrast that Natasha Dorsinville needs to be fashionable The leather yockot in black, brown or both colors is fast becoming a must for the fashion conscious student who wishes to remain In step with his peers Bright colors can still be found in the sea ol somber blocks and browns. This student. dressed in layers of bright yellow, adds a splash of contrasting navy to break the dominant color of her ensemble fashion'