dua lipa: a fashion uproar
by gracie newell
Fashion and Foodies Editor
Fashion and Foodies Editor
With dua lipa’s latest release: levitating, she’s gained a substantial amount of lovers and supporters. She also has big hits including break my heart, don’t start now, new rules, we’re good, and several more. After stumbling across her levitating music video, I was mesmerized by her outfits. I then proceeded to tell arch the rest of her music videos, and I’ve come to the conclusion that she is fashion royalty. Here’s dua’s top three outfits from her music videos. (ps… her music videos are spectacular. Go watch them on YouTube right now!!)
Number one. From her latest music video release levitating featuring DaBaby, she starts off wearing an iconic shimmery baby blue halter cowl neck dress. She wears two large safety pins in the leg slit as a fashion statement. She wears this throughout the course of the video, until she makes a switch to one of the most epochal outfits of the year. She wears a fitted, black sheer, maxi length dress with a thigh high slit on the left side. The dress is embezzled in black pearls. The neckline is low cut and straight across all the way around. Two thin straps around her shoulders, but her sleeves start at the same place as the neckline and go all the way down to her hands acting as gloves. Dua has not only made millions swoon by exemplary pulling off this look, but also introduced black pearls to the world. Surely they’ve been around before.. but not like this.. and not enough to create a fiery fashion trend. Get ready.. because black pearls are coming up like your in n out order.. polished and incomparable.
Number one. From her latest music video release levitating featuring DaBaby, she starts off wearing an iconic shimmery baby blue halter cowl neck dress. She wears two large safety pins in the leg slit as a fashion statement. She wears this throughout the course of the video, until she makes a switch to one of the most epochal outfits of the year. She wears a fitted, black sheer, maxi length dress with a thigh high slit on the left side. The dress is embezzled in black pearls. The neckline is low cut and straight across all the way around. Two thin straps around her shoulders, but her sleeves start at the same place as the neckline and go all the way down to her hands acting as gloves. Dua has not only made millions swoon by exemplary pulling off this look, but also introduced black pearls to the world. Surely they’ve been around before.. but not like this.. and not enough to create a fiery fashion trend. Get ready.. because black pearls are coming up like your in n out order.. polished and incomparable.
Moving on to her next most elevated outfit, is her beautiful purple textured cardigan worn in her Break My Heart music video. The cardi was buttoned once in the middle leaving a low v neck. This Chanel 2020 cardi was paired with a white miniskirt and several accessories.. including two black hair clips. These clips look amazing as she sports blonde hair throughout the video. They’re significant because throughout each outfit change, which, by the way, she wears several different outfits throughout the video that are each iconic to their own extent, but throughout each outfit change the clips change colors and shapes as well. The whole video is just another example of how well dua has excelled in the fashion industry.
Alright, last but most definitely not least, is a more general appreciation for her style. In her music video Physical, she wears multiple different outfits that are too good not to include all of them. The thing is though, they are all the same outfit.. just different colors. They’re all monochromatic. (I know. Queen). She includes her entire cast in this monochromatic party. Every scene switch they’re all wearing a new color. The most enticing thing about Dua's looks in this video is her matching eye makeup. She pulls everything together in this video with her coequal colors to the set and the dancers. Wrapping up.. i can’t say too much about her because she speaks for herself. She truthfully is nothing but an icon.
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Other people featured in dua’s videos that deserve a fashionable mention: -DaBaby in levitating: his matching Louis Vuitton knit shorts and shirt set -The background dancers in break my heart: they all sport beautiful eclectic looks that are just too good -Dua and her in-character background singers: in her We’re Good music video, she and her background singers wear beautiful 1910’s (titanic era) inspired dresses |
the rising art of bootlegging
By Hugo Evans
Editorials Editor
Editorials Editor
Denim jacket by famed bootlegger Imran Potato.
“Bootlegging,” or creating fake copies of high fashion pieces used to be highly frowned upon in the fashion industry. It was something done in darkened alleys or behind closed doors. They were used to swindle the faint of heart into thinking they were buying the real thing. It was a shady and seedy industry. Not only that, but the quality of these fakes were also leaving something to be desired, abound with cheap materials, misspellings, and shoddy workmanship. However, in recent years, this has changed. Certain bootlegs or fakes are now not only acceptable, but highly coveted in the fashion community, going for several times retail on reselling sites. Every day there seem to be more and more new age “bootleggers” popping up out there gaining tons of traction. I’m here to separate the wheat from the chaff when it comes to this massive surge of popularity of these coveted fakes, and give you the low-down on some of my favorite “bootleggers” out there. So, without further ado.
Imran Potato
Imran Potato
https://imranpotato.com/
Known for famously and irreverently remixing classic high fashion label’s trademarks, such as the Louis Vuitton Stars pattern or the Gucci Web pattern, and spitting them out into fun, colorful essentials that simultaneously pays homage to high fashion and flips them on their ears. Most famous for his socks (which, as of writing, I’m wearing), and celebrity customers, Imran Potato is probably the one most responsible for this surge in popularity for fake stuff, with a devoted fanbase, and high class clientele garnering him loads of attention. Potato doesn’t restrict himself to parodying high fashion clothing, however, as he is also known for his clever takes on famous footwear models (the Nike Dunk High, Yeezy Foam Runner, and the Yeezy 450 slide), and his recent venture into the NFT marketplace. As of late, Potato has moved beyond creating humorous bootlegs, and is venturing into his own original product line, but he still keeps his classic antics up with his sub-brand Gerbil, which continues to cook up classic Potato bootleg magic.
Known for famously and irreverently remixing classic high fashion label’s trademarks, such as the Louis Vuitton Stars pattern or the Gucci Web pattern, and spitting them out into fun, colorful essentials that simultaneously pays homage to high fashion and flips them on their ears. Most famous for his socks (which, as of writing, I’m wearing), and celebrity customers, Imran Potato is probably the one most responsible for this surge in popularity for fake stuff, with a devoted fanbase, and high class clientele garnering him loads of attention. Potato doesn’t restrict himself to parodying high fashion clothing, however, as he is also known for his clever takes on famous footwear models (the Nike Dunk High, Yeezy Foam Runner, and the Yeezy 450 slide), and his recent venture into the NFT marketplace. As of late, Potato has moved beyond creating humorous bootlegs, and is venturing into his own original product line, but he still keeps his classic antics up with his sub-brand Gerbil, which continues to cook up classic Potato bootleg magic.
Warren Lotas
https://warrenlotas.com/password
Warren Lotas is probably most known for his heated legal battle with Nike over his custom take on the Nike Dunk (pictured above), sparking huge amounts of controversy. Following a Nike victory in the case, Lotas is still doing surprisingly well, with a list of celebrity customers a mile long, and another shoe released to take the old one’s place. Warren Lotas’ legal battle with Nike shines a light on the dangers that this new “bootleg” game still holds, and how it’s important to straddle the line between well recognized products ripe for parody, and fresh originality in this new game of desirable fakes.
The Reign Corporation
Warren Lotas is probably most known for his heated legal battle with Nike over his custom take on the Nike Dunk (pictured above), sparking huge amounts of controversy. Following a Nike victory in the case, Lotas is still doing surprisingly well, with a list of celebrity customers a mile long, and another shoe released to take the old one’s place. Warren Lotas’ legal battle with Nike shines a light on the dangers that this new “bootleg” game still holds, and how it’s important to straddle the line between well recognized products ripe for parody, and fresh originality in this new game of desirable fakes.
The Reign Corporation
https://www.thereigncorporation.com/
The Reign Corporation limits their scope of designer bootlegs to skateboard griptape. Their colorful griptape are not only eye-catching parodies of major high-fashion brands, they’re also the highest quality griptape I’ve ever had on my board. The translucent tape is clear as glass, and it never loses its coarseness or color. I’ve got my whole family hooked on Reign Corporation griptape, with my mom and my brother all patronizing this hidden gem of a brand. The Reign Corporation showcases the growing scope of this bootleg movement into new and unique forms.
Vandy The Pink
The Reign Corporation limits their scope of designer bootlegs to skateboard griptape. Their colorful griptape are not only eye-catching parodies of major high-fashion brands, they’re also the highest quality griptape I’ve ever had on my board. The translucent tape is clear as glass, and it never loses its coarseness or color. I’ve got my whole family hooked on Reign Corporation griptape, with my mom and my brother all patronizing this hidden gem of a brand. The Reign Corporation showcases the growing scope of this bootleg movement into new and unique forms.
Vandy The Pink
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https://www.onvandylab.org/ Similar to Imran Potato, Vandy the Pink is most well regarded for his socks, custom shoes, and in-line apparel (eerily similar to that of the Dior oblique pattern). With colorful graphics, high quality garments, a respect for past fashion, and a penchant for hamburgers, Vandy the Pink is carving out a new lane just for himself in this new age bootleg game, and is gathering a cult fan base that is sure to stick around for a while. posted 5/21 |
Vandy the Pink’s burger plush mascot.
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Most modist merch
by gracie newell
Fashion and Foodies editor
So many celebrities, influencers, and YouTube stars have taken over the merchandise market. They sell their own personal merch with a logo or their “brand”.. and their fans go wild! Although.. some celebrities merch isn't as creative as the others. To save you time while looking for your next merch purchase, here’s an article showcasing all the best pieces!
Fashion and Foodies editor
So many celebrities, influencers, and YouTube stars have taken over the merchandise market. They sell their own personal merch with a logo or their “brand”.. and their fans go wild! Although.. some celebrities merch isn't as creative as the others. To save you time while looking for your next merch purchase, here’s an article showcasing all the best pieces!
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Starting out with a favorite, the “no other shade of blue” bike shorts from the taylor swift official store. Bike shorts have been a huge trend this past year.. and so has tie dye. Sitting at $42.63, the dark blue and black colors fade so well together. What a unique and beautiful shade of blue.. which is why the title of these shorts is so perfect. All of Taylor’s merch is titled by her song lyrics which makes them even more special. Another detail- Taylor’s logo is simplistic and beautiful.. it works well with all of her pieces. Moving on, we have another pair of shorts.. Lana Del Rey’s vintage floral shorts. These shorts are so. Cute. All of these bright and warm colors reflect vintage so well. These shorts are currently thirty five dollars on the lanadelreystore.com. Lana also has her Lana del rey village- a digital experience where if you sign up with your email for free you can access even more cool merch! Following up we have Post Malone’s arch photo tour tee. It’s base is an imperial purple and a discolored graphic in the middle of it, and it’s only twenty dollars. All of Post’s merch gives off vintage rock band tee vibes, including this one. There’s a lot of use of black and white his apparel, but he sticks to purple and red, and sometimes blue.. at least for his current line. Next up we have a winsome cropped tee from queen Selena Gomez’s official store. The shirt is called the Revalación oranges cropped tee. The graphic is bright yet simplistic and evocative all together. It’s a perfect piece to pair with statement pants and playful accessories for this summer. The shirt is ranked at $35 right now at Selena's store. Unfortunately it is completely sold out, but hopefully she will release another heap of em! Following and finishing off, we have circa 2016-2017 debut singer sensation billie eilish’s brand new “happier than ever” beige tank top. It’s base color is beige, it’s outlined in brown, and it has a beautiful 1900s comics esque graphic of her and lyrics to her unreleased song, happier than ever. The tank is eclectic and savory. Anyone rocking this top this summer will get many compliments. posted 5/20 |
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The unique fashion of the nba
by Spencer Croston
Entertainment Editor
Entertainment Editor
Russell Westbrook(left), Steph Curry(Middle), and Kevin Love(Right)
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When most people think of NBA players, they imagine them in their respective team’s jerseys. However, off the court NBA players have proven to have a very unique and varied fashion sense. This is always shown off before games when the players arrive at the stadium. Knowing that they’ll have hundreds of cameras in their face for the pre-show, most players use this as an opportunity to showcase their unique wardrobes. Alex Prewit of Sports Illustrated Magazine states, “The runway. The tunnel entrance. The arrival shot. Popularized by NBA stars such as Wade, LeBron James, Russell Westbrook and James Harden, the arena walk-in is now a staple of live broadcasts across all pro sports leagues—not to mention constant fodder for social media sartorialists from Miami to Milan.” Most outfits range from casual street wear and suits to bizarre, one of a kind, fashion statements. Christine Flammia of Esquire Magazine claims that there is a deeper meaning to the clothing worn by NBA players. She states, “Outfits aren’t just outfits, they are money.” She points this out in relation to NBA superstar Lebron James who wore Beat headphones when coming off the plane when he landed in Shanghai for the 2008 Olympic games. She states, “Beats by Dre went mainstream practically overnight.” Its been pretty clear that a lot of what players wear before games can be attributed to deals with companies. Taylor Goodson of Dopefashionsense.com says that this can be attributed back to the Micheal Jordan era of basketball. She states, “Style was starting to get introduced a little more in the NBA when NBA superstars such as Michael Jordan started to release his own basketball shoes that broke the footwear market.” Almost forty years later and Air Jordan has become one of the largest shoe franchises in history. While having flashy and trending clothing is important for most NBA players, this isn’t the case for all. Five time NBA champion and two time MVP Tim Duncan never wore anything attention grabbing. The large majority of his off-court outfits consisted of either a plane, oversized, t-shirt or button up. Nonetheless, it is pretty clear that fashion has become an integral part of the NBA.
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Lebron James showed up to a game wearing his now iconic grey suit with shorts.
The former Miami Heat Superstar Dwyane Wade largely popularized wearing flashy pregame outfits.
Brooklyn Nets shooting guard James Harden wore this while accepting his MVP award in 2018.
Wizards Point Guard Russel Westbrook wore this on the Tonight Show.
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summer 2021
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Here's a list of 2021 fashion trends that have been introduced to us as the weather has warmed up! we began to see some of these in the spring, and they are guaranteed to hold a place on the fashion pyramid this summer.
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Brown: The once rejected color making another comeback. You’ve probably noticed the uprising use of brown tones in todays’ wear and tear. The dark, rich, yet neutral color has taken over fashion throughout the younger generations. This spring it was all the rage, and will continue to be throughout the summer. Brown seems to be a very periodic color. In during the sixties and seventies, out for the eighties. Back in during the y2k era, and back out from 2010 and forward. Well, it’s back again, and who knows for how long this time! Sage green: A viridescent sensation. Another color adopted by the younger generations of the world this year is sage green. They call it the “sage green aesthetic”. This pleasing shade of green has become something of a commotion in recent months. People pair their monochromatic sage outfits with a matching shoulder bag and a bottle of matcha green tea- even if they don’t like matcha. What? It’s for the aesthetic! When you rep the sage- you rep fashion in general. Baggy button ups: comfort is key.. In style. Many dream of waking up on an island or a coast state and throwing an over-sized button shirt over a bathing suit to head out for the day. While we live nowhere near a beach- rendering the style makes us feel better. With our recent warmer weather.. Some have already been breaking out their shorts and tank tops. The best way to spice up this simple outfit is to layer a shirt that nobody else has. If you do this, you can keep a cas look and still protrude looking basic. Lastly, accessorize! (peep my Utah’s Jewelry Shops article below). Crochet: breathable and lightweight! You can wear it on your head, your torso, your waist, or your shoulder. It can be neutral or colorful, it’s versatile! The great thing about this crochet trend is that it’s very inexpensive. You can take up crocheting with any extra time you have this summer to make your own outfits. If you don’t feel like putting in the energy for that, there are tons of small business owners that tediously create and sell well-made hats, tanks, shorts, and shoulder bags for not too much money. Printed pants: chaotic and alluring Multicolor and multiprint- a whole Carrie Bradshaw moment. Whimsical patterns and bright shades of pink, orange, purple, blue, and green are in! Any color really- but these ones are very popular. Last but not least, Scarf tops: easy and innovative Scarf tops have already made an appearance this last spring, but will definitely continue throughout the summer. They’re so comfortable, easy to tie up, and always make you look beautiful and put together. Not to mention they’re fun to accessorize with.. And cheap! other trends not specifically mentioned above: -Hawaiian halter tops -patterned converse -cardigans -patchwork/color block anything -crochet hair scarves -headbands and clips posted 05/17 |
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SALT LAKE'S BEST DINING
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JADA CLAYTON
EDITOR OF THE HOME PAGE When you think of dining in or going somewhere for the experience of eating and gathering, you may think of Park City in Utah, but Salt lake has some hidden gems as well. Jumping right into it, let’s talk fancy, fine dining. First up, Log Haven, a beautiful restaurant set in the greenery and woods. It includes indoor as well as outdoor dining, both surrounded by lights and cabin looking scenery. Log Haven is most commonly known for its stunning wedding venues. They have some tasty as well as pretty dishes, including; grilled octopus, crab cakes, and korean fried cauliflower. Which may not exactly be the best place to get chicken tenders and fries. Up next, Valter’s Osteria, a black tie, and very classy experience. Guests are seated in long narrow tables with black and white table clothes, dining in and outdoors. They are known for having incredible service, food and wine. The dishes are based off of meals from Valter’s childhood, meals that his mother used to make. You like steak? Head on over to Ruth’s Chris Steak House, with chandeliers above head and a bar, you are sure to feel your best. The dress code for this “house” is business casual, so dress to impress but keep those comfortable and classy (and expandable, for all the steak) pants on. One of Salt Lake City’s best known restaurants is none other than… The Roof Restaurant! A beautiful view of the LDS temple in temple square. Guests can enjoy delicious food and a glowing temple to their side the whole evening. Even if you are not a member of the Mormon church, the experience is still high up there, literally, with extravagant meals and views. One more honorable mention is Cucina Toscana, they have a great dining experience as well, with aesthetically pleasing lighting, seating, and overall layout. All of these beautiful and magical restaurants are sure to make for the best night, so check them out and enjoy! PUBLISHED 4/26 |
Log Haven
The Roof
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utah's jewelry shops:
an index that will magnify your ring addiction
By Gracie Newell
Fashion and Foodies Editor
Fashion and Foodies Editor
If you're a person in society, you, yourself or someone you know probably has a a thing for jewelry. Being in high school we're constantly around people, and we can easily observe those who are quite fond of it. Rings on every finger, layered necklaces and bracelets and several earrings. Well, in support of accessorizing and radiating groovy energy, I thought I'd help add to these addictions. There are some really cool businesses in Utah that are just begging for you to add to the collection. Here they are!
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The gem studioThe Gem Studio is located downtown Salt Lake. It's essentially a studio that allows you and your family or friends to go inside and silversmith your own rings. They have a large collection of rocks and gems you can use to add to your jewelry. Their proceeds help supports an orphanage in Uganda!
Next, Lotus Lotus is located close to us here in Draper. You know where the Scooby Doo van is? Yeah. Go there and you're in business. More like Lotus is. Lotus is a gorgeous metaphysical shop full of rocks, crystals, jewelry, books, art, and other handmade items. The vibe after walking in the doors nearly cleanses your soul. They also allow you to participate in events like meditation, psychic readings and more that charge your spiritual growth.
Moving on, other optionsSo those are some Utah based businesses, but there are other options for obtaining financial problems- i mean more jewelry. My personal favorite way to buy jewelry is through summer festivals. Here we have draper days, which is fun! However, there are many art festivals that take place during the summer here in Utah. Last year, many didn't happen, and this year, it's not looking so great. So when they do open back up, go and look for the jewelry booths!
Another (cheaper) option: thrift those babies! there are always a good jewelry collection at the thrift store. There's racks of necklaces, watches, and jewelry, and cases of rings galore. Lastly, there are always online services when it comes to purchasing accessories. There are plenty of independent jewelry makers here. Look on social media or personal selling sites like Depop, Poshmark, and Etsy. This helps support those making money through their small biz and gets you a unique, handcrafted accessory! posted 2/26 |
Here are some utah-based jewelry makers socials:- ringsbyjp
-katiewaltman -halestormsjewelry -jsk.jewelry -silver_spoon_rings all on instagram^ |
Chick fil a menu change?
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Chick-fil-A is changing its menu to lead way for Chick-fil-A’s future menu items. Chick-fil-A is known for its top quality and good tasting food so if they are changing their menu there must be a reason. Chick-fil-A is removing decaf coffee and will be replaced with decaf Thrive Farmers coffee which is the same thing but they teamed up with Thrive Farmers to bring a more home-style coffee for everyone to enjoy. They are also removing bagels from the menu which is a surprise to a lot of people because who doesn’t like a nice breakfast bagel on the way to work. But they are going to replace it with a Sunflower Multigrain Bagel so you will still have a bagel it will just be healthier and fewer calories to show that Chick-fil-A cares about health. These changes are part of a larger menu makeover to better meet customers’ needs and will take effect on April 26. "Later this spring, we will remove two items from the national menu, the bagel, and decaf hot coffee, as well as consolidate several of our size offerings," the Chick-fil-A spokesperson said. "Streamlining our menu will allow for us to continue providing our customers the quality food and service they've come to expect, as well as make room for new future menu items." Chick-fil-A tested the new menu in select locations in Arizona and North Carolina to see if they work. In the test, they removed the chicken strips, grilled cool wrap, and side salad so more changes may come to the menu later worldwide with more testing. While they are at it they are changing chicken nuggets to a five-piece meal only instead of the 4 and 6 like they have done for years. They also said they are testing to reduce the sizes for coffee, milkshakes, and ice cream cones. Our goal is to serve quality food as efficiently as possible," Chick-fil-A said. "For us to continue providing the food and service you know and love, we are testing this modified menu to see if it improves your experience in our restaurants." Chick-fil-A is also adding new stuff to the menu for the new menu remodel They are planning to add new food and take some of the old stuff off so in a few years Chick-fil-A might have a lot of different food than it has now. Most of this is still in testing so it might not happen but they are considering it. The only thing that is 100% happening in the decaf coffee and the bagels off the menu in the spring. posted 2/25 |
new decaf coffee
new multi-grain bagel
chicken strips in question
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the most iconic trousers
bestowed by
The most iconic boy band
by gracie newell
Fashion and Foodies Editor
Fashion and Foodies Editor
A boy band created 10 years ago, featuring current world renowned celebrities such as Zayn Malik, Niall Horan, Liam Payne, Louis Tomlinson, and Harry styles. What an iconic group of guys. Unfortunately, since then, the group has gone on hiatus. This was in 2015. But as time went on, their fashion senses increased. As we’ve watched their solo shows and online performances, we’ve fallen in love with their fabulous fashion flairs. Their pants, in particular. They obviously have some ravishing cardigans, blouses, and other terrific tops, but that’s for another story. For now, here are the most iconic trousers given to us by the most iconic boy band.
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Starting off with the newest member of the One Direction daddy club, zayn. One of his most exemplary event looks has to be this consistent blush pink two piece suit. He wore it at the 2018 Grammy Music Awards. Next, is one of the most incredible pairs of trousers worn by zayn malik, ever. Coming from his photo shoot with GQ, I give to you an image so beautiful it will surely shake your soul. Currently living and breathing for the brown tiger print. Lastly for our Bradford Bad Boy, Is him and gigi hadid, his girlfriend & the mother of his child. The beautiful couple did a photo shoot together with vogue, and wore brown corduroy matching suit sets. Now let the pictures speak for themselves. Moving on, we have Nialler. Any directioners out there must know that the purple pants will in fact be included in this subsection. As a guest on James Corden’s late late show, Niall was seen wearing lilac purple trousers, and niall supporters cannot seem to get over them. They were a whole fashion reset for the Irish lad, and since then he has served our souls with splendid statement slacks. Here is another moment featuring his pants from his live stream concert held at the beautiful Royal Albert Hall in November. After interviewing some who were present for the live stream, the responses help us understand just how appreciated these pants were. “I just know those pants gave my boy Nialler a confidence boost that night.” said Brynleigh Johnsen. Another response by Julia Roller said “His pants were absolutely iconic.”. Coming to a close on Niall, here is a beautiful pink suit that he wore performing for the SNL audience in 2019, singing his most popular song from his album Heartbreak Weather, Nice To Meet Ya. Next up, Liam Payne. Liam hasn’t always shown us the most exemplary couture… we can thank the swaggy liam era for that. /: Although, over the last little while, we’ve been given hope for some style improvement through his last few events. Something of a fashion sense has been planted in liam. From nominations to awards, concerts and live stream shows, he has accomplished a lot in the past few years. Last year, Liam was present at the Laureus World Sports Awards and twinned with the red carpet in a crisp orange-red matching suit. It was one of his best red carpet looks yet. Since 2020 and the whole pandemic, Liam has launched live “LP Shows”. Through veeps, he hosts livestream shows for his audience and fans to attend at home. There were four acts. In his fourth and final act, he gave us an incredible performance accompanied by incredible white high-waisted slacks. For Liam's final look, he implements some cool neutral colors in a pair of tan and white striped strides while out on a date with current finace, Maya Henry. Louis. Louis Tomlinson. For the last few years, without fail, he’s continued to grant us charming looks. I've never seen polos and stripes look so good. However, this man is ALWAYS wearing jeans and joggers. Even on the red carpets. Not to worry, you will not be let down. I’ve found some pretty good ones. Plus, no matter what he wears, he makes it look amazing. Starting off, we’re throwing it back pre-hiatus. Louis’ green pants. These were absolutely iconic and can never be forgotten. Thank you, young louis. Next, in a photoshoot featured in tmrw magazine, louis wore a beautiful true white christian dior bomber jacket and some classic off-white colored straight leg slacks. He was styled by helen seamons. Thanks helen. And for Louis’ third and final pair of iconic pants, here is another look featured in tmrw magazines special edition for Louis himself. This check suit is pulled off so well by him. No one else should ever be allowed to wear it. Lastly, and most profoundly not the least, we have Sir Harry Styles. There's a reason I saved him until the end. Every look presented by the ultimate fashion figure has been too iconic to round down. These will not be the top three, but these will be merely the three most well known and loved looks by the public so far. To begin, we must include the illustrious mega high-waisted black pants he wore at the 2019 met gala. this one sent the internet raving in a spiral of lace and pilgrim-aesthetics. Next we see Harry an(niall)ating street fashion with a beautiful wide leg pant. He never ceases to pull the style off so well. And lastly, seen in his most recent music video, Golden, Harry's famous floral trousers. The boy has always been a sucker for floral. These pants are everything and more than a work of art. and so is he. posted 2/25 |
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LOCAL RESTAURANTS!
This last summer, I found there wasn’t a whole lot to do besides eat and sleep, thanks to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, so I did a lot of both. I am one hundred percent certain that I’m not the only one who ended up in this situation, but in a country drowning in fast food chains, and a state not known for anything in the culinary world besides an obscure sauce reserved for fries, the selection was a bit limited for the regular observer. However, if someone is willing to dive a bit deeper and peek into a few alleyways, they would find that this state is not completely hopeless when it comes to unique and smaller restaurants that serve the best food in Utah, no question. I’ve done you all a favor and put together a list of the best local restaurants in Utah that I’ve been frequenting for a while, and that could use support thanks to that pesky virus.
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The Philadephian
Location: 9860 700 E, Sandy, UT 84070 The Philidelphian serves up quite possibly the best sandwich in Utah, and if there’s one place that defines a “hole in the wall,” it’s this place. The Philidelphian is pretty ghetto, everything from its seedy strip mall location, to its broken faded light attests to it. The carpet is stained, the pictures are all wonky on the walls, letters are falling off of the menu, and the lighting is dim. Not fancy dim, just janky dim. The Philidelphian basks in its gritty glory, however. Your order is taken on a pad, and within minutes, a ginormous bearded man hands you your food, and it’s a delicious mess. Typically, it’s mounds of sliced meat of some variety (depending on which sandwich you got), with other fresh ingredients strewn about in there, all served on fresh, homemade bread from a bakery just down the street. My personal favorite is the club sandwich, although their philly cheesesteak is their most popular. Their fried english chips are also delicious, served with homemade fry sauce. The Philidelphian is gritty and authentic, and my highest recommendation on this list. Les Madeleines Location: 216 E 500 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84111 Les Madeleines is a small, delicious, French bakery in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City. Everything on the menu is made from scratch, and there’s just no bad choice. Les Madeleines’ kouign-amann (don’t bother trying to pronounce it, pictured above) is widely renowned, and for good reason. Nothing can match its buttery, flakey, sweet, sticky majesty. Their hot chocolate is also delicious, with a unique flavor that is noticeably absent of typical sweetness. Bok Bok Korean Fried Chicken Location: 1181 N Canyon Rd, Provo, UT 84604 I have had the amazing opportunity of travelling to Korea, and if I could tell you one thing about food in Korea, it’s that they live by their fried chicken. It’s a regular standby at baseball games just as hot dogs are here. Korean fried chicken has a unique flavor that’s difficult to replicate, but Bok Bok Korean Fried Chicken absolutely nailed it. Inside its cramped Provo location, Bok Bok offers Korean fried chicken that is totally drenched in a sauce of your choosing. Not only is their chicken spot on, but their fries are pretty tasty too. Thai Land Location: 126 W 12300 S, Draper, UT 84020 Thai Land takeout is a regular at my house. If the name didn’t give it away, Thai Land serves up delicious, dirt cheap Thai food. And you can be assured of its locality because the first word of its Google description is “unassuming.” This definition basically encompasses Thai Land and its food; it’s just really good Thai Food. Nothing more, nothing less. My regular order consists of Chicken Satay and Pad Thai, but there is much more to be enjoyed on Thai Land’s massive menu. Samurai Noodle Location: 11483 State St, Draper, UT 84020 I’ve also traveled to Tokyo a couple of times, and when in Tokyo, ramen is a necessity on the daily. Real Japanese ramen has something that 60 cent ramen from the grocery store just can’t replicate. It’s served in massive quantities with thick noodles, rich broth, and hearty ingredients, and Samurai Noodle does just that. As with Korea, the Japanese take their fried chicken pretty seriously, too. Japanese fried chicken has a completely unique taste, and Samurai Noodle is the only other place I’ve found that does it right. Not only is their food really good, they constantly play this ridiculous Japanese sitcom that consists of nothing but a random guy going around and eating stuff. Mr. Charlie’s Chicken Fingers Location: 554 W 4500 S, Murray, UT 84123 For Mr. Charlie’s Chicken Fingers, it’s all about simplicity. They serve chicken fingers (duh), texas toast, and fries. That’s it. You can get the chicken fingers by themselves, or on two slices of texas toast to make a sort of sandwich. For the amount of food you get, it’s a really good deal. Good chicken fingers is about all you can expect from a place that has “chicken fingers” in the name. posted 2/10
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FAST FOOD VEGAN OPTIONS
BY: ELI WEAVER
SCHOOL NEWS EDITOR
POSTED 1/13/21
A good New Year’s resolution for fast food restaurants would be to have more plant based options available. Veganism and vegetarianism has become more and more popular and accepted these past few years. With that comes new restaurants and new menu items in order to be more inclusive to people who are vegan or vegetarian. PETA, people for the ethical treatment of animals, says, “Taco Bell has many great options for vegans! The fast-food chain has a variety of sides that are vegan—including the cinnamon twists, chips and guacamole (or pico de gallo), cilantro rice, black or refried beans, and Mexican rice—and all of its salsas are vegan. You can also order the Bean Burrito ‘fresco style,’ the regular Black Bean Burrito without cheese, or the Veggie Cantina Power Bowl (ask for no sauce). Several of Taco Bell’s other dishes can be veganized simply by omitting a few ingredients or asking for it ‘fresco style.’ The tacos, nachos, Crunchwrap Supreme, and Mexican Pizza are vegan when you hold the meat (substitute beans if you’d like), cheese, and sour cream.” There are a lot of popular fast food restaurants that could learn a thing or two from Taco Bell for example McDonalds has less than five vegan options. There are countless restaurants that have a decent amount of options but it is 2021 and it is very common for people to be vegan or vegetarian. Fast food restaurants need to be more inclusive and offer multiple vegan options!
SCHOOL NEWS EDITOR
POSTED 1/13/21
A good New Year’s resolution for fast food restaurants would be to have more plant based options available. Veganism and vegetarianism has become more and more popular and accepted these past few years. With that comes new restaurants and new menu items in order to be more inclusive to people who are vegan or vegetarian. PETA, people for the ethical treatment of animals, says, “Taco Bell has many great options for vegans! The fast-food chain has a variety of sides that are vegan—including the cinnamon twists, chips and guacamole (or pico de gallo), cilantro rice, black or refried beans, and Mexican rice—and all of its salsas are vegan. You can also order the Bean Burrito ‘fresco style,’ the regular Black Bean Burrito without cheese, or the Veggie Cantina Power Bowl (ask for no sauce). Several of Taco Bell’s other dishes can be veganized simply by omitting a few ingredients or asking for it ‘fresco style.’ The tacos, nachos, Crunchwrap Supreme, and Mexican Pizza are vegan when you hold the meat (substitute beans if you’d like), cheese, and sour cream.” There are a lot of popular fast food restaurants that could learn a thing or two from Taco Bell for example McDonalds has less than five vegan options. There are countless restaurants that have a decent amount of options but it is 2021 and it is very common for people to be vegan or vegetarian. Fast food restaurants need to be more inclusive and offer multiple vegan options!
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MET Gala review
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City
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BY EVE CANDELL FASHION/FOODIES EDITOR In 2020, the Met Gala, otherwise known as the Costume Institute Gala, hosted at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, was tragically cancelled. The gala is a massive fundraiser for the New York Costume Institute, and it is still vague as to whether or not the 2021 gala will take place. This week we will be delving into some of the show stopping ensembles from past galas. Actress Blake Lively (The Age of Adeline, A Simple Favor) has always been one to go all-out for the Met Gala, wearing stunning and showstopping gowns of feathers and silk. The 2018 theme was "Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination". Her gown was a stunning red velvet and silk train, that required an entire entourage to accompany her to the gala. Actress and musician Zendaya dazzled crowds in a huge Dolce & Gabbana gown, covered in tropical birds, plants and flowers. It is a little known fact that the night before the Met Gala, Zendaya was rushed to the emergency room due to a severe allergic reaction. She suffered a full body rash, hives, and a sleepless night, Zendaya's Met Gala look was definitely one of the most impressive and grand dresses of the evening. At the 2014 gala, musician Taylor Swift showed up in a beautiful blush pink gown, following the them "Charles James: Beyond Fashion". Her look was simplistic yet elegant, designed by acclaimed designer Oscar de la Renta. Taylor is hardly a stranger to Met Gala couture, and has attended several years in the past. Rihanna hosted the 2018 Met Gala in a beautiful metallic dress and headpiece that bore an uncanny resemblance to the classic attire of the Catholic Pope. The theme of that year's gala was "Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination". Rihanna took this theme quite literally, and her look caused quite a ruckus after the event, but will definitely go down as one of the boldest and most creative outfits to ever grace the red carpet. It is truly unfortunate that the 2021 Met Gala could be cancelled due to the COVID-19 virus, however it is clear that over past years we have been given plenty of acclaimed looks. See the slideshow to the left for more beautiful and unique Met Gala looks from past years, and let us know which is your favorite! POSTED 1/13/21 |
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The making of macarons
more french pastries...Croissants: bread baked with butter to give a crisp outside and soft inside.
Eclairs: dough with a butter cream filling on the inside with chocolate drizzled onto the top of it.
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BY TYLER LYBBERT
HEALTH/WELLNESS EDITOR The famous french cookie, the macaron, has been around since the seventh century according to The Daily Meal. Macarons consist of an almond based and meringue shell filled with ganache or a kind of buttercream frosting. Some people may confuse these little guys with Macaroons, but macaroons consist of coconut balls usually dipped in chocolate. While most people know these cookies as a French dessert, Culture Trip says, “Catherine de’ Medici likely brought the maccherone to France in the 16th century from Italy, where it had been produced in Venetian monasteries since the 8th century”. Anyone who has baked these cookies knows how precise they must be. If anything is less than perfection these cookies can turn out flat and have a mushy texture rather than the soft, chewy texture these cookies are popular for. Instead of using regular baking methods that most recipes in the United States use (eg: cups, tablespoons, and teaspoons) the French recipe uses grams and ounces to determine the quantity of ingredients used. First when baking these cookies, you sift together the almond flour and confectioners sugar. Separately you mic the egg whites with vanilla extract, sugar, and cream of tartar until it forms a very stiff peak. Once they reach a stiff peak you start to add in the dry ingredients until the consistency of the batter is lava like. You pipe the macaron batter onto baking sheets, and let them sit for an hour. This allows the foot of the macaron to form. Pop them into the oven and BAM- you have your macaron shell. The frosting is a whole nother story of whipping cream, chocolate, and butter together. These cookies are super expensive when buying them from the store. Martha Stewart says, “A single macaron costs about $0.18 to make at home, whereas a bakery version can set you back up to $4 per cookie”. Make them at home and enjoy this amazing cookies. More for less! Published: 1/4/21 |
HANdel's homemade ice cream & yogurt
Get Handel's four scoop sampler to try multiple favors for a good price!
BY EVE CANDELL
FASHION & FOODIES EDITOR |
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One thing that the Draper-Sandy area has always lacked is a classic ice cream parlor. Last year, Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream & Yogurt opened a new location at 26 W 11400 S in Sandy. Handels has one of the most extensive flavor selections of any ice cream parlor in the area. You can purchase ice cream by the scoop, as ice cream pops, in sundaes, a hurricane, or as a milkshake!
The Sandy location’s menu includes countless options. The flavor options vary at each location and depend on the season. This season, the flavor options are banana cream pie, birthday cake, black raspberry chunk, blueberry cobbler, “Blue Monster”, brownie dough, “Buckeye”, butter pecan, “Spouse Like a House”, chocoholic chunk, chocolate, chocolate cake batter, chocolate chip cookie dough, chocolate marshmallow, chocolate peanut butter brownie, chocolate raspberry truffle, cinnamon graham cracker, coconut cream pie, snicker doodle, cotton candy, coffee chocolate chip, chocolate malt with caramel, grape, “Graham Central Station”, pumpkin ripple, mint chocolate chip, monkey business, mud pie, pumpkin pie, “Oree-Dough”, pistachio, salty caramel truffle, praline pecan, strawberry, strawberry cheesecake chunk, “Tin Lizzy”, vanilla, vanilla caramel brownie, vanilla with oreo, vanilla with Reese’s, s’mores, black cherry, pumpkin cheesecake, and chocolate almond.
On top of their regular dairy flavors, they have several dairy free options, “Blue Moon Ice”, “Watermelon Ice”, strawberry margarita sherbet, pineapple sherbet, and wild berry sorbet. Needless to say, Handel's has options for everyone, but it does not have the most extensive dairy-free/vegan options. A single scoop, which is actually about 3 scoops, cost $3.95, and a double dish is $4.95. You can also buy ice cream by the pint or quart.
Personally, this reporter has sampled the “Oree-dough” which is a creamier take on the classic cookies n’ cream, and extremely decadent. Another good option is the chocolate raspberry truffle, which is rich chocolate ice cream swirled with thick fresh raspberry puree. It’s decadent but the raspberry makes it feel light! On top of that, this past season there was an apple pie flavor, which was a mix of cinnamon vanilla ice cream and spicy sweet apple pie filling, with chunks of pie crust throughout. This flavor was definitely my favorite out of the ones I have tried, and I hope you keep these recommendations in mind when you head to Handel’s!
PUBLISHED 11/21/20
The Sandy location’s menu includes countless options. The flavor options vary at each location and depend on the season. This season, the flavor options are banana cream pie, birthday cake, black raspberry chunk, blueberry cobbler, “Blue Monster”, brownie dough, “Buckeye”, butter pecan, “Spouse Like a House”, chocoholic chunk, chocolate, chocolate cake batter, chocolate chip cookie dough, chocolate marshmallow, chocolate peanut butter brownie, chocolate raspberry truffle, cinnamon graham cracker, coconut cream pie, snicker doodle, cotton candy, coffee chocolate chip, chocolate malt with caramel, grape, “Graham Central Station”, pumpkin ripple, mint chocolate chip, monkey business, mud pie, pumpkin pie, “Oree-Dough”, pistachio, salty caramel truffle, praline pecan, strawberry, strawberry cheesecake chunk, “Tin Lizzy”, vanilla, vanilla caramel brownie, vanilla with oreo, vanilla with Reese’s, s’mores, black cherry, pumpkin cheesecake, and chocolate almond.
On top of their regular dairy flavors, they have several dairy free options, “Blue Moon Ice”, “Watermelon Ice”, strawberry margarita sherbet, pineapple sherbet, and wild berry sorbet. Needless to say, Handel's has options for everyone, but it does not have the most extensive dairy-free/vegan options. A single scoop, which is actually about 3 scoops, cost $3.95, and a double dish is $4.95. You can also buy ice cream by the pint or quart.
Personally, this reporter has sampled the “Oree-dough” which is a creamier take on the classic cookies n’ cream, and extremely decadent. Another good option is the chocolate raspberry truffle, which is rich chocolate ice cream swirled with thick fresh raspberry puree. It’s decadent but the raspberry makes it feel light! On top of that, this past season there was an apple pie flavor, which was a mix of cinnamon vanilla ice cream and spicy sweet apple pie filling, with chunks of pie crust throughout. This flavor was definitely my favorite out of the ones I have tried, and I hope you keep these recommendations in mind when you head to Handel’s!
PUBLISHED 11/21/20
Draper James:
Reese witherspoon's women's clothing brand
BY SPENCER CROSTON
ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR |
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Award winning actress Reese Witherspoon started her own women’s clothing brand in 2015. The brand is called Draper James and the clothing is styled after Witherspoon’s Southern Upbringing. Witherspoon named the brand after her late grandmother, Dorothea Draper, and grandfather, William James Witherspoon. The famed actress stated, “My grandparents taught me everything I know about gracious Southern living. From them I learned to dress and act like a lady, to take pride in my home, to reach out to help a neighbor, and to always invite everyone in for a visit.”
Witherspoon’s brand sells a number of clothing options from dresses to shirts to even pajamas and jackets. The brand also sells a multitude of accessories including: hand bags, jewelry, and now reusable masks. The clothing ranges in affordability depending on the item. For example, shirts go from $25 up to $125 depending on the style and material of the shirt.
The dresses have an even larger range of pricings, going from as little as $50 all the way to $225. With this large range in pricing, there is bound to be something anyone can afford. Draper James’ has been applauded for using minority and plus-sized models in their advertising. Not only is this inclusive, but it also helps shoppers from all sizes and backgrounds to see how the particular item would look on someone with a similar look.
Witherspoon’s brand has been shown to be very popular among women due to the wide variety of clothing. While everything on her site has proven to sell well, the most successful items are Witherspoon’s signature dresses. These dresses come in a multitude of styles, making them usable in all situations. When reviewing her chambray faux wrap dress, a dress Witherspoon herself wears, one shopper stated, “Love it! The length, the color, the fabric, everything!” Another ecstatic shopper stated “This dress fits perfect! I’m slightly curvy and this dress accesses the parts I want it to. Great length. Very comfortable.” With the number of clothing options, wide variety of prices, and extensive inclusiveness, Draper James has proven itself to be a brand accessible and affordable to anyone.
POSTED 11/11/20
Witherspoon’s brand sells a number of clothing options from dresses to shirts to even pajamas and jackets. The brand also sells a multitude of accessories including: hand bags, jewelry, and now reusable masks. The clothing ranges in affordability depending on the item. For example, shirts go from $25 up to $125 depending on the style and material of the shirt.
The dresses have an even larger range of pricings, going from as little as $50 all the way to $225. With this large range in pricing, there is bound to be something anyone can afford. Draper James’ has been applauded for using minority and plus-sized models in their advertising. Not only is this inclusive, but it also helps shoppers from all sizes and backgrounds to see how the particular item would look on someone with a similar look.
Witherspoon’s brand has been shown to be very popular among women due to the wide variety of clothing. While everything on her site has proven to sell well, the most successful items are Witherspoon’s signature dresses. These dresses come in a multitude of styles, making them usable in all situations. When reviewing her chambray faux wrap dress, a dress Witherspoon herself wears, one shopper stated, “Love it! The length, the color, the fabric, everything!” Another ecstatic shopper stated “This dress fits perfect! I’m slightly curvy and this dress accesses the parts I want it to. Great length. Very comfortable.” With the number of clothing options, wide variety of prices, and extensive inclusiveness, Draper James has proven itself to be a brand accessible and affordable to anyone.
POSTED 11/11/20
The cheesecake Factory:
What exactly makes it so popular?
BY EVE CANDELL
FASHION & FOODIES EDITOR There are very few restaurant chains that can claim to have a menu as vast as that of the Cheesecake Factory. From Italian to Chinese to classic American dishes, the Cheesecake Factory has it all. From the moment you step inside the restaurant to the moment you are seated, you are presented with a wide pastry case of desserts, ranging from rich cheesecake to indulgent ice cream treats and everything in between. When you are finally seated, you are presented with the famous menus and a basket of warm infamous brown and French breads. The atmosphere is welcoming and the smells that greet you are definitely part of the allure. |
STUDENTs & CheesecakeSome of our editors and classmates shared their favorite dishes from The Cheesecake Factory, look and see which dishes make an appearance.
"Out of all the dishes at The Cheesecake Factory, my favorite would have to me the Mac and Cheeseburger. When you bite into the burger, the flavor of the mac and cheese explodes in your mouth. It's super filling and tastes so good!" - Spencer Croston "I love the Godiva Chocolate Cheesecake, it is my favorite! It's so creamy." - Sydney Rudel |
Part of what makes the Cheesecake Factory so popular is its endless options for various dietary restrictions. From vegetarian to vegan to gluten free, there are many options available to customers to choose from. Some of our favorites of these dishes include the veggie burger, which according to food enthusiast Lauren Carn is one of her favorite vegetarian options around. “As a vegetarian of seven years I’ve had quite a few veggie burgers but the Cheesecake Factory veggie burger will always be my favorite. It tastes like heaven.”
Some of our other favorite vegetarian meals include Evelyn’s Favorite Pasta and the Kale and Quinoa salad. Our favorite vegetarian appetizer is the Avocado Egg Rolls, crispy wrapper with layers of avocado, sun dried tomato, and cilantro served with a tamarind-cashew sauce. If you would like to sample several egg rolls at once, opt for the Egg Roll Sampler, which will give you several different options to try!
Some of our overall favorite entrees and appetizers include the Fettuccine Alfredo, Hot Spinach and Cheese Dip, Orange Chicken, Old Fashioned Burger, Southern Fried Chicken Sliders, Jamaican Black Pepper Shrimp, and the Crusted Chicken Romano. All of these dishes are indulgent and worth the price, and will leave you feeling extremely satisfied.
Some of our overall favorite entrees and appetizers include the Fettuccine Alfredo, Hot Spinach and Cheese Dip, Orange Chicken, Old Fashioned Burger, Southern Fried Chicken Sliders, Jamaican Black Pepper Shrimp, and the Crusted Chicken Romano. All of these dishes are indulgent and worth the price, and will leave you feeling extremely satisfied.
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Onto the third course, dessert. Of course The Cheesecake Factory is famous for its wide selection of cheesecakes, but their other desserts are just as delicious. The classic Fresh Strawberry cheesecake is extremely popular, and a staple for many cheesecake lovers. Creamy classic cheesecake topped with glazed fresh strawberries, what more could you ask for?
Well, if you are in the mood for something a little richer, a favorite is the Oreo Dream Extreme cheesecake, which is layer upon layer of creamy cheesecake with oreo cookies baked in, with layers of oreo mousse, chocolate fudge and topped with milk chocolate icing and whipped cream. (See below for some of our other favorites, ranging from fruity to decadent!) For a lighter option, go with the Hot Fudge Sundae, classic vanilla ice cream topped with hot fudge and almonds. We hope that this breakdown of some of our favorite dishes will aid you on your next Cheesecake Factory journey, and we would love to hear back from you on which dishes you enjoyed! |
Visit the Cheesecake Factory website here to browse their endless menu and plan your next date at either of the Fashion Place or City Creek locations!
PUBLISHED 11/4/20 |
what to wear while frolicking in a field
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CCHS lives their frolicking dreams
"I would definitely choose something old fashioned and light colored, similar to this dress." -Eve Candell 
“Very flowy and whimsical gown made of silk or other light material.”
-Breck Hensley “This is what I imagine wearing” -Jade Akagi |
BY AFTON WALKER
STUDENT LIFE EDITOR
Have you ever watched a movie or read a chapter of a book where the main character is running and skipping through the field? What would you imagine them wearing? What would you wear in these fields? I have done some research and determined the best outfits to wear while frolicking and what fields are best suited for it. Before we dive in, frolicking can be defined as moving about cheerfully, excitedly, or energetically.
STUDENT LIFE EDITOR
Have you ever watched a movie or read a chapter of a book where the main character is running and skipping through the field? What would you imagine them wearing? What would you wear in these fields? I have done some research and determined the best outfits to wear while frolicking and what fields are best suited for it. Before we dive in, frolicking can be defined as moving about cheerfully, excitedly, or energetically.
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Frolicking can happen almost anywhere and all over the world. Frolicking is an art that many try to perfect but only a few can achieve the ultimate goal, effortless enjoyment in an aesthetic image. There are many different types of frolicking and a variety of different environments that they can be done. There is frolicking in fields, frolicking in castles, frolicking in a small village, frolicking in the mountains, and so much more. Each place requires different personalities and outfits to achieve. The field aesthetic is more relaxed clothing, loose-fitting and flowy. The items worn are light colored and easy to run in, whether it be a dress or soft-textured pants.
This strawberry milk dress (left) has been very popular recently and a crowd favorite for all things cottage, picnic, and frolicking. |
Some of our favorite fields and outfits include:
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All in all, frolicking through a field cannot be planned. The outfit needs to be spontaneous and fun, and the mood needs to be perfect. Frolicking isn’t difficult to execute, but hard to perfect. Now that you have become more informed on frolicking in fields, go out and try it! Frolic all the time and everywhere because Utah is the perfect place to practice your frolicking until you can travel to the most ideal and picture perfect frolicking locations all around the world.
POSTED 10/28/20
POSTED 10/28/20
We have asked some of those who dream of frolicking what their ideal field attire would be and their responses and pictures are the following:
Femme fashion
should fashion be gender exclusive?
Harry Styles dazzles the crowd at the 2019 Met Gala.
BY EVE CANDELL
FASHION & FOODIES EDITOR In modern media, fashion trends come and go quite regularly, especially in women’s fashion. Those cute Doc Marten Chelsea boots and brown corduroy jacket you bought at the beginning of the season might be out by the time Christmas rolls around. It is more common for the media to be hyper focused on female celebrity fashion choices and statements, but a trend sweeping Hollywood recently might be just the thing to change that. Male fashion tends to be more set in stone than that of women, the classic sports jacket and slacks will never go out of style, whereas a women’s a-line skirt fluctuates in popularity almost monthly. However, it is becoming increasingly popular for men’s fashion to take a page out of feminine fashion’s book and incorporate more “feminine” designs into everyday menswear. Several celebrities have been challenging fashion’s traditional gender roles over the years, including entertainers Timothee Chalamet and Harry Styles and many many more. It has become more and more popular for men to wear more feminine silhouettes, and to accessorize in a more traditionally feminine way. 
Harry Styles is one of the most obvious examples of this, sporting his signature painted nails at various events. His specific blue and pink style that he wore on the cover of his newest album Fine Line started quite the social media trend. Feminine and masculine fans alike flooded to TikTok to find the exact shades of lacquer he used, and shared tips and tricks to replicate his exact look. His professional manicurist, Jenny Longworth shared that Styles favors spicing up his nail looks for editorial pieces, including his classic smiley face yellow nails. Men around the world have followed suit, expressing themselves freely by styling themselves with similar nail looks, and it is very common to see men wearing nail polish nowadays.
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Harry Styles is one of the most obvious examples of this, sporting his signature painted nails at various events. His specific blue and pink style that he wore on the cover of his newest album Fine Line started quite the social media trend. Feminine and masculine fans alike flooded to TikTok to find the exact shades of lacquer he used, and shared tips and tricks to replicate his exact look. His professional manicurist, Jenny Longworth shared that Styles favors spicing up his nail looks for editorial pieces, including his classic smiley face yellow nails. Men around the world have followed suit, expressing themselves freely by styling themselves with similar nail looks, and it is very common to see men wearing nail polish nowadays.
Styles of course isn’t the only man in Hollywood pushing to eliminate gender exclusive fashion trends. Little Women stars Timothee Chalamet and Saoirse Ronan stunned audiences when the Little Women cover shoot by Entertainment Weekly (which you can read here) was published, with Chalamet styled in a softer and more feminine style, and Ronan dressed in a harsher, more masculine style. It is becoming more and more normalized for men to appear in public with makeup on as well, and Chalamet in this photoshoot exemplifies the wonders of men’s makeup beautifully.
In past years, men dressing in more feminine styles was grossly stereotyped as being a “gay” style, but now, as it becomes more and more normalized, it is becoming more socially acceptable for all genders to style themselves however they would like, freely expressing their passion through their clothing and accessories regardless of sexual orientation.
In past years, men dressing in more feminine styles was grossly stereotyped as being a “gay” style, but now, as it becomes more and more normalized, it is becoming more socially acceptable for all genders to style themselves however they would like, freely expressing their passion through their clothing and accessories regardless of sexual orientation.
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Next time you are out in public (don’t forget a mask!) keep an eye out for women and men sharing fashion trends and expressing themselves how they see fit, and be proud of them for sharing their style with the world regardless of sexual orientation, gender, age or any other defining factor.
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SAUCE BOSS SOUTHERN KITCHEN
Chef Julius Thompson proudly opens his southern kitchen style eatery, Sauce Boss.
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BY MASON HUGHES
NATION & WORLD NEWS EDITOR I was born in Atlanta, Georgia. While I lived there, I enjoyed delicious southern food at nearly any restaurant. However, once I moved to Utah, I found that there was not a single restaurant that could provide the same quality of meals as those back in Atlanta. Then, I discovered Sauce Boss Southern Kitchen. Sauce Boss Southern Kitchen, located on 877 E 12300 S, is by far, Draper’s tastiest restaurant. The owner, Chef Julius Thompson, serves large portions of well-seasoned southern food, from shrimp and grits to fried chicken. His food is authentic, taking me back to my days at southern smokehouses and fisheries. I recently attended the restaurant with my friend, Spencer Croston, to review the food. I ordered the “golden splendor,” a meal of delicious cheese shells with tender shrimp and crispy thick cut bacon with a side of fries. Each meal at Sauce Boss also comes with a large piece of sweet cornbread, buttered to perfection. The golden splendor was amazing, with salt and fat combining to create an awesome savory experience. It was also incredibly filling, and as someone who hates to leave restaurants hungry, I’m glad of it. The fries are cooked with a unique batter with the perfect balance of salt and crunch. My friend, Spencer, ordered the fried chicken. He commented that it was juicy and flavorful. As someone who has previously enjoyed the chicken, I agree wholeheartedly. Some of the most overlooked menu items at Sauce Boss are the drinks. Sauce Boss serves the best lemonade in Draper - it is fresh, home-made, and infuses a seasonal mix-in. Sauce Boss also sells Bissap, a cool, refreshing drink made from Roselle, a hibiscus species. I highly recommend it. If I could buy bottles of the stuff, I would. Unfortunately, Sauce Boss currently does not have a dine-in option. Hours are limited due to the pandemic. However, you can easily order your food in person, wait a few minutes, and then enjoy it at nearby Draper Park for a quick picnic. I highly recommend this phenomenal restaurant. It has food that will leave your mouth watering and wanting more. Sauce Boss Southern Kitchen truly provides a delicious taste of the south. POSTED 9/28/20 |
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TAYLOR SWIFT's STYLE: ECLECTIC & PoLished
Taylor Swift's fashion evolution from 2007 to 2019.
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Not only is Taylor Swift one of the most awarded female musicians in history, she also is known for her impeccable and simple fashion taste. Throughout her career, she has changed her favorite brands and staple pieces to match the aesthetics of many of her albums and major projects. Today we will be evaluating some of her more recent street styles as well as several of her ensembles for various award shows and events.
First up will be Taylor’s J. Mendel’s flowy pink and yellow princess number worn at the 2019 Time 100 gala. As stated before, Swift is known for matching her outfits and aesthetics to the themes of her albums, and so this strapless pastel dress fit right in with the theme of her most recent Album release, Lover.
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Taylor swift Reputation Stadium tour OUTFITS |
Another look from back in 2019, Swift dazzles the red carpet in a simple navy jumpsuit with gold accents by Oscar de la Renta, which she matched with her signature red lip and a classy slicked back hairstyle. At this particular event, the singer was awarded Billboard’s first ever Woman of the decade accolade, a significant achievement at only 29 years old.
Next, Swift showed up to the 2019 iHeart Radio Awards in a beautiful shimmering romper designed by Rosa Bloom, with whimsical and adorable butterfly accented Sophia Webster heels finish of the dreamy look. Taylor’s appearance at the iHeart Radio Awards was just over a month before the debut of her lead single “ME!”, the first track from her album Lover.
A slight pivot into 2018 brings us into the middle of Taylor’s Reputation Stadium Tour, which showcased a new side of Swift’s fashion, a darker and more “haunted” take on her usual tour outfits. One of the standouts is this custom made rainbow sequin design, which she wore to perform her 2014 hit “Shake It Off”, and her Reputation single “Delicate” as she soared over the crowd. This dress was one of several that were custom made for her performances, each sparklier than the last!
Overall, it's clear to see that Taylor Swift’s style is versatile, and constantly evolving and changing. Keep an eye out to see what she styles for her performances of her album “Lover” and her most recent release, “Folklore”.
POSTED 9/28/20 |
Throughout Taylor Swift's career she has showcased her fashion taste in many of her performances, but her darker and deeper side of fashion came out in her Reputation Stadium Tour in 2018. Displaying a different ensemble for almost every single one of her 25 songs performed, Swift dazzled the crowd. Which is your favorite?
T-SWift Grammy fitsCheck out how Swift's style has evolved by looking at her Grammy Award ensembles from 2009-2016.
Speaking of Taylor Swift's style...take a trip down memory lane by jamming out to her 2015 hit single "Style".
Check out more of Taylor Swift's music videos here. |
POPEYE's vs. Chick-fil-a: EPIC BATTLE
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BY ELI WEAVER
SCHOOL NEWS EDITOR On August 12th, 2020 Popeyes took the world by storm. Chick-Fil-A had to step aside because there was a new girl in town, and she was gonna give Chick-Fil-A a run for her money. When Popeyes came out with their own chicken sandwich jaws dropped. It was blowing up all over twitter with fans comparing and rating the sandwiches. Some of my favorites were: Mandy (Mandykitty15). “Popeyes Spicy chicken sandwich > kale salads” 9:08 PM · Sep 8, 2020 Liyah (therealtyliyah). “I knew 2020 was gonna be chaotic when we went crazy over a chicken sandwich... from Popeyes..” 8:30 PM · Sep 8, 2020 You might be wondering yourself which is better. Well I’m here to put both sandwiches to the test. There will be four categories: Taste, accessibility, appearance, and price. Taste: The Popeyes sandwich gets 207 points in taste. It is super tender and juicy. The chicken is crispy and thick. The bun is round and fluffy. The pickles are super thick. It also gets bonus points for actually coming with sauce. The Chick-Fil-A sandwich gets 187 points. The bun is not as fluffy but makes up for it in taste. Same with the pickles, they aren’t as thick but they have a better taste. The chicken is classic but doesn’t have that southern, authentic taste. Overall, Popeyes has better chicken but Chick-Fil-A has better pickles and buns. Round one goes to Popeyes. Accessibility: Popeyes has a total of 14 restaurants in Utah. The closest one to CCHS is still about 15 minutes away. Popeyes gets 14 points. Chick-FIl-A has 31 restaurants in Utah, one, of which, is in Draper. Chick-Fil-A gets 31 points. Round two goes to Chick-Fil-A Appearance: The Popeyes sandwich looks like it came fresh out of the oven. The bun is perfectly round and voluptuous, the chicken looks as crispy as ever. Popeyes gets 58 points. The Chick-Fil-A sandwich pales in comparison to the Popeyes sandwich, it looks like it just got smashed by a hammer. Sure it tastes great but it looks so unappealing. Chick-Fil-A gets 23 points. Round three goes to Popeyes. Price: The Popeyes sandwich is $3.99, not bad plus you get a huge slab of chicken. Popeyes gets 37 points. The Chick-Fil-A sandwich is $3.05, but you don’t get as much meat. Chick-Fil-A gets 68 points. Round four goes to Chick-FIl-A. The winner is…(insert drum roll noise) Popeyes! If you are willing to drive the extra distance and pay an extra dollar you get more of that crispy chicken and an overall better taste. Chick-Fil-A better hand over her crown because the new girl in town didn’t come to play. For more information about the popeyes sandwich visit https://www.rd.com/article/popeyes-chicken-facts. PUBLISHED 9/3/20 |
how the sandwiches stack up
We asked some CCHS Seniors what they thought of both the sandwiches. They were asked to score both of the sandwiches out of 10 and why they chose that score. Here is what they had to say:
Chick-Fil-A: Spencer Croston: 8/10 - Decently tender. - Not as crispy or juicy. - Nice bun. Eve Candell: 9/10 - Too small for price. - Not as filling. - Good pickles. Mason Hughes: 7.5/10 - MSG gives a nice buzz. - Flavorful but not overwhelming. Popeyes: Spencer Croston: 9.5/10 - Perfect crispness. - Well seasoned Eve Candell: 10/10 - Perfect size for maximum fullness - Crispy chicken - More pickles than Chick-Fil-A Mason Hughes: 8/10 - Tenderer and juicier meat - Thicker pickles - Better bun - The SAUCE |