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Photo Credit: Emily Dubis[/caption]While most seniors choose comfort over cuteness when picking from their wardrobe, Kate Dubis strives to dress to impress. Dubis has most classmates’ heads turning in her direction as she shows off a unique style; however, for Dubis, fashion is more about creating an identity and expressing oneself.
People who have gotten the opportunity to see Dubis around campus know how to describe her stellar style. Dubis simply defines it as “girly with an edgy twist.” “I like to wear cute outfits, but sometimes I feel like adding excitement to a basic dress or skirt,” she stated. Through the use of bold patterns and accessories, Dubis is able to develop this style.
Even fashion designers have their muse for inspiration, and Dubis is no different. When asked who inspires such an eclectic and trend-starting wardrobe, Dubis immediately responded, “I love to dress like Blair Waldorf and sometimes Serena Van Der Woodsen [both from the television show Gossip Girl]. I’m also influenced by Emma Stone and Julianne Hough’s style. They both know how to rock either a day or night outfit.”
Dubis aspires to stand out not only with her clothes, but also through the identity her clothes allow her. Through trying on countless combinations of tops, graphic tees, skirts, pants, and more, Dubis sets the mood for her day. Of course, even fashionistas have their lazy days. For Dubis, her go-to outfit is “dark wash skinny jeans, a cute loose tee, and a headband.” Her bum-day outfit sure beats the usual Nike shorts and a T-shirt.
Additionally, she is always on the hunt for items to add to her closet. When asked about her favorite store, Dubis replied, “I can't just choose one! If I had to pick, I'd probably go with Nordstrom Rack because they have tons of clothes, great shoes, and it's not too pricey.” Her other treasured stores include Express, Forever 21, and American Eagle.
Dubis has proven herself to be a fashion leader at Orange High School. With such a strong passion for fashion, she is sure to inspire some students’ outfits as she rocks her looks on campus.
Photo Credit: Amanda Tavares[/caption]Morgan Michos, a senior at Orange High School, is a new addition to the Den Echoes newspaper staff. She plans to be a staff writer and share her passion for writing with the school. Michos brings a new style to Orange High School, with her big personality and knack for fashion.
Michos is a determined individual with a bright future ahead of her. She is interested in attending college in New York at FIT, the Fashion Institute of Technology. She hopes to enter the field of marketing there, with aspirations of becoming an advertiser/marketer for a pop culture clothing store, such as American Eagle or Madewell. After earning her degree, she plans to stay in New York or travel to London, one of the two fashion capitals of the world.
Since she was a little girl, Michos has always had a love for fashion. Her favorite things to do include shopping, watching YouTube videos on the latest trends, and reading magazines, her favorites being Seventeen Magazine and Vogue. She has developed her own unique style and continues to diverge into the increasingly popular world of fashion.
Aside from fashion, Michos enjoys reading, spending time with friends, and watching movies. This past summer she has read a total of 35 books, her favorite being The Fault in Our Stars. She is also a TV connoisseur and watches Project Runway, What Not to Wear, and Gossip Girl. When she is not tuned into the fashion world, she supports her favorite sports teams. Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, Michos has a heartfelt love for her hometown and chooses to cheer for the Browns and Cleveland Cavaliers whenever they are playing.
Michos is a skilled writer and hopes to find a job with marketing through journalism. This new fashionista is bringing a new style to the Den Echoes and the rest of the student body at Orange High School.