Southwestern High School - Spectrum Yearbook (Flint, MI)

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While her friend looks on. Freshman Chris Esquivel admires the results of a recent shop- ping trip. Although she gets a lot of compliments and comments on her new outfit. Freshman Lisa Stahler doesn't seem impressed. I Over the years, students at South- western have developed specific tastes in clothing that are noticeable no matter what the latest style. They keep up with what’s “in”, but also add to it a bit. Of course, for some, there are times when the most impor- tant thing is to be comfortable. Senior Michele Williams says, “There are some days when I want to come to school wearing jeans and an old sweatshirt just to be comfortable. Others may think you dress like a bum, but, so what.” She continues, “I don’t think people should care what others say about the way they’re dressed. If someone really is my friend, it wouldn’t make a difference. Others, though, only feel good if they know they look good. Junior Caroline Samuel comments, “What other people think of you usually comes from what they see on you. If you look the part with clothes that make a positive statement, you can measure up to what others think of you. What they think of you comes from what you give them to work with.” People also differ in their opinions of being dressed up. To some, wear- ing a dress or skirt every day is ultra- chic. Right now, knit is in; knit skirts, knit sweaters , these are the latest rage. Some think that stylish denim jeans and skirts with a belted over- sized shirt is more than dressy enough. Whatever the reason for dressing- up, for comfort, style, or just for fun, everyone has their own individuality. Leigh McMinn 13

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Although Students Watch Trends And Styles, They Create Individuality

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Fantasy Becomes Reality Most people are unaware of the true meaning and traditions of Hal- loween. “Hallows” is an old word for a saint and All Hallow's Eve (October 31) is the Vigil of All Saints (Novem- ber 1), the Christian festival corre- sponding to an ancient feast of the dead. In many parts of Great Britain, diffferent rituals were performed on this day such as driving off witches with a lighted candle and dressing in malicious mobster, or ghostly ghoul. old clothes and a mask to go begging for apples, nuts and gifts. Today, Halloween is no longer a time to ward off witches, ghosts and goblins or foretell one’s future, but rather a perfect opportunity to mea- sure up and carry out your childlike fantasies. People do not only dress in old clothes and masks when taking part in the spirit of the day. Whether it be a princess from a fairytale, a costumes allow people to flaunt their personal style and creativity. Although not every student at Southwestern allowed themselves to let go and get wild on Halloween, those who did, have no regrets. Dressing up provides an escape route from the hum-drum repetition of the average school day and adds a little spice to a person’s life. Peoria Thomas Wiggling her whiskers for the camera. Junior Corrie Thome is looking forward to a job in Disneyland. Displaying his idea of feminine mystique. Senior Ro- berto Bakos develops his lungs Junior Doug Wilson says. Not now, I have a job to do. Baby Face Nelson lives again. 14