Weldon E Howitt High School - Hi Life Yearbook (Farmingdale, NY)

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Below: Pleated skirt, knee socks and clogs give Suzanne Oomni a stylish but simple look. Bottom Left A student displays his appreciation for Jerry Garcia on the back of his denim jacket. Below: Ruth Guinn reflects her taste in engineer overalls. Fashion 19

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Labels Influence Individual Styles Whether they read Sas- son, Smith’s, Bill Blass, Bon Jour, Calvin Klein, Jor- dache, Gloria Vanderbilt, or Levi’s, pant pockets alone are a dead give away of students’ fashions. Once out of reach, de- signer jeans have now be- come a popular reality. These new figure-fitting jeans, cut especially for a women’s body, have sky- rocketed on the teenage market even though some can cost more than thirty dollars a pair. “Since I have a job, I wanted to buy at least one pair of status jeans,’’ Patty O’Brien, sen- ior, explained. “Besides, even when they’re old and faded, you know you’re still wearing a pair of expensive and prestigious blue jeans. Equally impressed by the new fashion jeans are the males of the school. I like it when girls wear designer jeans,’’ Les Feiner, senior, admitted. It’s nice when you can notice girls again by watching the pants they wear. Another fashionable trend was the new double wrap around belt. Although meant to be wrapped around the waist, it was seen twisted once around the thigh and the waist by innovative students. Spiked heeled clogs, such as “Candies,’’ also accom- panied the new mode of dress and added to the long slim look. Although names like Gloria Vanderbilt and Jor- dache became familiar sights, Smith’s, Lee's, and Levi’s were still very much in vogue. I don’t care about name brands, I stick to my good old Levi’s,’’ De- nise Booth, senior, com- mented. Levi’s were also the most popular pants among the guys. I like them because they’re com- fortable and there is little else for guys anyway,” Pe- ter Hassett, senior, said. In such a large school, it is doubtful that the basic Levi lover will ever die out. Along with Levi’s, work boots, earth shoes, Frye boots and sneakers they will keep their places in the busy hallways. The dated but con- ventional collegiate look, commonly called “preppy, also rose In popularity. Top- siders, corduroys, Izod shirts, crew neck sweaters, plaid button downs and bla- zers contributed to making a neat and pleasing look among guys and girls alike. I think it looks great,” Bar- bara Camp, senior, said “The best thing about it is its simplicity. It adds to the neatness and keeps you from going to any great ex- pense. Skirts and suits took on an added dimension. This year the school-girl look of knee-socks and clogs with a pleated skirt gave a re- juvenated look to the girls. Fashionable wool suits also made their way into the students’ world of dress. Ankle-strapped sandals, narrow skirts, bow-tied blouses, and blazers added a cosmopolitan look. A variety of individual tastes, influenced by the media and fashion maga- zines, went into making our school a focal point for highly individualized ways of dress. Right: Designer jeans such as those worn by Terry Gregorivic and Karalyn Levy are rising in popularity. Far Right: Comfortable and colorful describe Andrea Bernstein, stretched out on a couch out fitted in blue jeans, valour sweater, and bright suspenders. 18 Fashion

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Employment Pays Off At one time or another just about everyone has had to turn down some- thing special with the famil- iar lament, “I’m broke.” Whether it is to pay for gas, buy a new outfit, go on a field trip, or buy a gift for a friend, money always seems to be greatly in demand but scarce in supply. For that reason many students re- luctantly say goodbye to their free time and begin to job hunt. Many would-be employ- ees go through every store in the Sunrise Mall looking for work, but only a small percentage get jobs there. Other places of employ- ment include local stores and fast food places. While some students get jobs through family connections, others go through the want ads or try employment agencies. For those who find work, although it at first seems like a blessing, it often be- comes a drudge. The limits on leisure time and the problems of getting other things done can be very ag- gravating. “With my job, my homework, and everything else I do, I hardly ever get enough sleep,” Elaine Cal- lahan, senior, stated. Some- how the regular paychecks make working worthwhile, though, and some students don’t mind it at all. ”1 like working because the people I work with are great and the money is good to have,” Gisella Spreizer, senior, explained. Some- times it is difficult to ar- range my schedule around work, but I can usually find the time.” It would seem logical that any college-bound student would want to save money toward that goal. I know I have to support myself in college so my job is impor- tant,” Callahan commented. For many students, how- ever, the paychecks are spent as soon as they come in. New clothes are especially tempting pur- chases for the girls. While some are willing to pay out- Above: Stocking the shelves with cookies is just one activity for Risa Schaber who works at the Nutrition Center. rageous prices for a big brand name from a stylish department store, others are more careful in their spending, going to budget stores and flea markets. I buy everything from coats to jewelry at Roosevelt and Republic flea markets,” Vir- ginia Joseph, senior admit- ted. They sell the same products for half the price. No matter what is bought, however, there is a feeling of accomplishment in hav- ing earned the money rath- er than taken it from par- ents. Being independently wealthy has its advantages, which is evidenced by the ever present supply of high school workers in the local job market. Above: The latest inventory at Fluff and Stuff is checked by Joanne Vasalli. Top: McDonald's restaurant is often a place of employment for students. Working the late shift, Ricky Powell prepares the store for closing. 20 Supply and Demand