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^ |
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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Women in BLACK
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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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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”.
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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 |