Whoever said that money can't buy happiness did NOT know where to shop!

By: junior Catherine Argo, Journalism editor

Try This!

Leaves slowly shifting color? Sitting next to a bonfire in a cozy blanket? Hot apple cider on a brisk day? It can only mean one thing: Fall has arrived! Many people enjoy fall for the fun activities this fun season brings, but others are excited to finally break out their warm cotton sweatshirts and stylish seasonal scarves. But why must everyone have the same exact fall wardrobe as they did last year? Here are several ways to spice up your everyday style with latest fall fashion trends!

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Tired of the same old sweatshirt that you wear to every outdoor sporting event? Try swapping the everyday sweatshirt for a flannel shirt. Plaid flannels are making a huge comeback this year, and are perfect for the fall weather! They are made of thick cotton material which makes them as warm as a sweatshirt. They can also be layered with a solid-colored undershirt and leather jacket to make this casual shirt look dressy.

Wear This

Not that

 

Another buy-worthy trend for this fall is fur. Fur vests are becoming increasingly popular as winter approaches. They provide warmth as well as style. Fur easily substitutes an average cardigan and delivers a look that is chic and classy. Black and white fur vests are more popular because they easily go with many outfits. These vests can be paired with a solid colored long sleeve shirt and brightly colorful jeans.

Ditch These

Buy these

Riding boots have definitely made their way into the current trends of fall. Whether they are lace-up, zippered, black, or brown, riding boots add the finishing touch to any outfit. Most of these types of boots are lined with fleece; this provides the same amount of comfort and warmth as the ever popular UGG boot. However, riding boots provide a more fashionable appeal than most UGG boots, and do not look as casual. They can be worn over jeans, leggings, or long socks.

Fall is a great season for expressing oneself by wearing clothes that are trendy and confidence boosting. Flannel shirts, fur vests, and riding boots are definite fall must-haves that can be worn in many different ways. They make excellent substitutes for sweatshirts, cardigans, and UGG boots. It is my own personal opinion that wearing fun, new clothes can brighten up anyone’s day. I believe that these new trends are worth trying, and encourage people to invest in these new outfit ideas!

Giving up the APPs

By: Senior Darci Eastman, Journalism staff

There’s something infesting the world we live in. Something that almost everyone has. Something that is not only possessed by our peers, but also something that is considered essential by the majority of the world’s population. Smart phones. Smart phones are seen everywhere and almost everyone owns them. They are a useful tool to many people, but can smart phones be dangerous?

Smart phones are used not only for emailing, and contacting people, but they are also used to check up on social networks. There are a multitude of social networks you can access for free if you own a smartphone. For example, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Vine and Snapchat are all networks that are used to communicate and/or to creep on your fellow peers. But are all these networks worth the distraction they cause?

When I spend my time doing homework, studying for a test, or even doing the simplest task of cleaning my room I find myself way too easily distracted by my smartphone and the social networks on it. These distractions aren’t only unhealthy for my grades and future, but also they are unhealthy for my relationships that I make with other people. Without my smartphone I converse with my family and friends so much more and our conversations are more meaningful than, “did you see what she posted on Facebook?!” Smartphones and social networks are a distraction to many things and can make you miss out on life’s greatest moments.

To conclude my rant on smart phones, I’ve decided to go social network-less for one month. I’ve deleted Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Vine off of my phone and intend to leave them off for a whole month. During this month I plan on studying harder in my classes, building relationships with people, and become less reliant on my phone. Not only do I hope this will be better for me, but I also hope to encourage others to put down their smartphones and see what’s great in life!