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PRISCILLA YANGPresident

JULIAN MONTIJOEditor-in-Chief

STEPHANIE GITTOCreative Director

STEPHANIE ADDISONArt Director

Creative Associates

Photography

Art Associates

Contributing Writers

Marketing

Finance

Technical Director

Fashion Director

Beauty Director

Styling Director

Marketing Director

Director of Finance

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ANGELIQUE BROWNLIESAMANTHA STERN

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CONTENTS

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Style on the Slope

Punk Takes Ivy

4 Fab Fashion Essentials

Maximize Your Makeup

Rogue Royalty

The Thread in the

Fashion Industry

Alum Interview with

Emily Docktor

Punk Through the Ages

Art School Atelier

Spring 2014 Trends

Custom-fi t Production

On the Town

Hosting You Own Soirée

Gift Ideas from the Staff

Behind the Scenes

nspired by the “Chaos to Couture” exhibit at

Th e Met, the Fall 2013 Issue of Th e Th read

goes punk and prep with a hint of recklessness.

We present to you the 5th edition of our

publication, showcasing all that Cornell fashion

has to off er.

We at Th e Th read are driven by our ever-

growing readership—and our meticulous,

sometimes-annoying attention to detail. But

this has enabled us to create more elaborate

photo shoots and better feature stories, making

this issue our best yet.

A unique aspect of our magazine is the alumni

feature. Th is semester the spotlight is on Emily

Docktor ‘10, the U.S. Upload Planner at Th e

Outnet, an online fashion outlet by the makers

of Net-a-Porter (p. 28). Staff writer Meghan

Flynn ’15 spends a day in the Outnet offi ces

to talk with Emily as she gives our readers an

insightful look into the fashion e-commerce

market along with career advice for budding

retail enthusiasts.

Th is semester’s issue also highlights the talents

of current Cornell students. Th read writer Lena

Marecki catches up with architecture student

Tyler Barker ’14, who is currently working with

a 3D technology to make custom fi t apparel

(p. 44). We also ask current Th read members

to dispel some of the myths surrounding

I fashion internships based on their impressive

experiences in the industry (p. 26).

Th e Th read is here to give you tips and insight

into all that fashion encompasses at Cornell.

On page 18, our beauty specialist demonstrates

how to seamlessly transition between class,

interviews, and a night out. And on page 52 you

can learn how to throw a fashionable holiday

dinner party (ours was quite a blast).

We had plenty of fun in the making of this

issue—from blowing cash on our fancy dinner

shindig to forming DIY couture gowns with

tulle and safety pins (p. 34) in a matter of

minutes.

I hope that you fi nd our magazine just as

enjoyable to peruse as it was to produce. So read

on, share, and experience this most badass issue

of Th e Th read!

Julian Montijo

Editor-in-Chief

Julia

Editor-in-Chief

Photo by Jasmine Curtis

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Style on theSlope

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As Cornellians, we all know that it can be diffi cult to put together a great outfi t thanks to the unpredictable weather. But the complicated relationship we have with Ithaca’s weather shapes our style—Cornellians are surely the best at making the most out of a tricky situation! The Thread photographers set out around campus to showcase our peers and their personal style.

Written by Victoria HinesPhotographs by Stephanie Addison and Gavin Zhang

FASHION7

Left to Right: Lauren raplh Lauren blazer, LAUREN RALPH LAUREN COLLARED SHIRT,

american eagle Plaid jacket, urban outfitters black leather skirt,

petrune Black Lace Shirt, petrune plaid dress, petrune studded belt

Hillflint sweater, gap jeans, schott

nyc leather jacket

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Want to stay on-trend but feel as though you’ve exhausted your wardrobe? Don’t worry, because a few well-chosen pieces that are already hanging in your closet can be mixed and matched to create the perfect combination of preppy and punk. All it takes is an open mind and some layering! We’ve

FAB FASHIONEssentials

combined four pieces to create eight outfi ts that will get you through the long Ithaca winter and beyond. Now your parents won’t call again about your credit card bill and you’ll have more time to study for those fi nals (and by study, I mean procrastinate on Facebook). You can thank us later.

Stylist Moriah Shires gives the lowdown on 4 key pieces essential to every guy’s and girl’s wardrobe.Photos by Gavin Zhang and Stephanie Addison | Written by Nicolette JonesModeled by Anthony Will and Kelly Guo

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BOYCable Knit SweaterTopman $84

Graphic T-ShirtGivenchy $700

Military Camp ShirtJ. Crew $168

G Star Leather JacketPiperlime $280

LEATHERJACKET

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MILITARY SHIRT

CABLE KNIT SWEATER1 2 3 4

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GIRLPreppy SweaterWildfox Couture $108

GraphicSWEATER“A lot of people buy a statement piece

and wear it the the same way every time. But the thing about clothes is that there’s a huge amount of versatility in every design;

the possibilities are always endless.” -Moriah Shires

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Leather Trimmed SkirtTopshop $76

Leather JacketFrancis Leon $800

Cami Slip DressRag & Bone $70

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magine a day when your schedule is as booked as it can get—classes in the morning, an interview in the aft ernoon and a party at night. You need to pull off three looks and still maintain a fashionable appearance, appropriate for each situation. Insane,

right? What if I told you that you could seamlessly transition between these activities in the course of one day? Beauty expert Natani Notah demonstrates how you can start your day with a natural look, shift into an elegant employee-to-be and then transform once more into a daring diva with these easy-to-follow tips!

MaximizeYourMakeupWritten by Gloria Majule

and Natani NotahPhotography by

Gavin Zhang

M A K EUPSKIN Apply a BB cream all over the face. (Garnier Skin Renew Miracle Skin Perfector BB Cream for Combination to Oily Skin provides great coverage, hydrates skin, and has SPF to protect it from the sun, which is a bonus)EYES Use matte warm brown eye shadow to defi ne crease.Brown Eyeliner - Smudge along the top lash line for defi nition. Mascara - Sweep on one coat of black mascara to separate and lengthen lashes. (Maybelline Volume Express Falsies opens eyes up and makes you look “more awake,” especially if you stayed up all night writing an essay!)LIPS Use a tinted lip balm to hydrate dry lips and add a hint of color. (Maybelline Color Whisper Lip Balm)CONTOURING Use a bronzer and sweep some on the sides of your cheeks to lightly sculpt your face. (Benefi t Hulu Bronzer is a matte powder that works for a range of skin tones)

H A IRH A IRWash and blow-dry your hair the night before class. When you wake up, brush it and leave it down for a simple look. If you have longer, unruly locks, pull them into a high ponytail so they don’t get in your way.

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M A K EUP SKIN Sweep on a neutral pink blush to the

apples of your cheeks.

EYES Take the brown eyeliner from Look #1

and add some to your waterline.

EYEBROWS Defi ne eyebrows with a brow

powder. (Wet n Wild Ultimate Brow Kit is

an aff ordable kit and includes two neutral

browns that work for many skin tones/hair

colors, as well as a brow gel to set your look

into place)

LIPS Apply a berry or deep rose color lip

stain. (Revlon Just Bitten Lip Stain adds just

the right amount of color to enhance your

lips, while keeping it professional)

H A IRFor an interview, if you have shorter hair,

twist small sections on each side of your head

away from your face and secure with bobby

pins. For longer hair, gather it into a ponytail,

twist it into a low bun and fasten with a hair

tie for a chic, polished appearance.

M A K EUPM A K EUPEYES Apply a dark brown eye shadow to

your crease. (You can use the brown powder

from the eyebrow kit)

Black Eyeliner - Apply to the waterline for a

dramatic look. (Rimmel London’s Soft Kohl

Kajal Eye Liner Pencil is an aff ordable product,

can be purchased at a local drugstore, and has

great color payoff that glides on your eyes)

Lashes - False lashes are a cheap and fun way

to play up your look.

LIPS Apply a lipstick in a deeper shade

than used in Look #2. (Maybelline Color

Sensational Lipcolors have a color that stays

true to what you see in the tube, and the

formula is not over-drying, which will help

as we head into the colder months)

H A IRH A IRFor a night out, curl some sections to

frame your face, lightly tease your hair by

backcombing it and set this classic style with

some hairspray.

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LATEST REVIVAL“Latest Revival is a startup e-commerce

company that specializes in selling

luxury designer, vintage, and exclusive

jewelry. I was a ‘marketing and business

development’ intern for the company, but

I essentially spent the majority of my time

creating original social media content on

Photoshop for the company’s website. I

designed four projects that the company

used for title images on the website. One

of these was also featured in an article on

their website and in their newsletter. In

addition to this, I also captured street style

photography to generate images for the

brand’s editorial content and performed

marketing research to target key areas of

focus for brand strategy.”

-Stephanie Addison

CONDÉ NAST“I interned in Strategic Sourcing at

Condé Nast this previous summer.

I did cost analysis and quality

improvement analysis for many of

CN’s titles. My mentor was the Vice

President of Manufacturing (Printing),

and she structured the 9-week program

to be as educational and practical as

possible by assigning myself and the

other interns to shadow members of

the team. Th is helped us to understand

the cost reduction side of the business.”

-Gavin Zhang

TIBI“Last summer I worked as a graphic design

intern at Tibi. My regular duties included

editing photos from campaign and e-com

shoots, designing blog posts and marketing

material layouts, as well as binding lookbooks.

Because Tibi is a relatively small company, I

was able to work and interact with Founder

and Creative Director Amy Smilovic. Th e

most exciting thing I did was help with the

Fall ’12 campaign shoot.”

-McCrea Davison

Fashion internships aren’t just about getting coff ee and running mindless errands. We asked these Thread members to dispel some of the myths surrounding internships in the fashion world.

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VOGUE PHOTOGRAPHERand DJ LESLIE KIRCHHOFF

“I assisted Vogue.com photographer and DJ Leslie Kirchhoff . In

addition to her Vogue.com work, Leslie shoots for Teen Vogue once

or twice a month. For Teen Vogue, we shot a Shopbop employee in

June, a Net-A-Porter intern in August, and in July, Leslie herself was

featured for the “fashion at work” series. I also booked musicians for

her to shoot at Lollapalooza. It was really hands-on and awesome to be

working with another young person who has already achieved so much

success in the fashion industry.”

-Meghan Flynn

AMERICAN EAGLE“At American Eagle Outfi tters, I was analyzing sales

histories and creating product recaps on Excel almost

daily. I then presented these fi ndings to divisional

heads. I also participated in marketing art meetings,

styled products for the AE blog, and helped out on the

set of photo shoots! Th e most interesting thing I got

to do was participate in fi nal buys of the Aerie Spring

2014 Bra and Swimwear line. Th e divisional merchant

manager actually made some fi nal decisions for total

quantities of bra and swimwear buys based on my

rankings of what I thought would sell best!”

-Priscilla Yang

PAXTON 1345“I work for Paxton 1345, a startup luxury boxer company

based out of Boston. I am the writer for the brand’s blog, and

I have had the opportunity to travel to various trade shows

across the country to present the product. Th e coolest thing

I have done is meet with buyers for local Boston stores to

present the line. People oft en have misconceptions about

working for a startup apparel company, but I have found this

internship so rewarding because I get to contribute to the

creation of a brand from the bottom up.”

-Caroline SouleFASHION

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An Alumna at the Outnet

Written and Photographed by Meghan Flynn

LAMGRAD GONE

The Thread writer Meghan Flynn sits down with Emily Docktor, Cornell University ‘10, to talk The Outnet, favorite designers, and career advice post-graduation.

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Peter Pilotto dress, Philippe Audibert earrings,

Sophia Webster shoes

Clearly, she has an unbeatable array of experience. On

interning, Emily advises, “take the opportunities, even the

unpaid ones—even if it’s just part-time! You fi nd out how to

be useful in an offi ce environment.”

Aft er graduation, Emily started at a bridal e-commerce

site called “Th e Aisle.” She notes that while studying

communications at Cornell, her advanced communications

courses ignited her interest in e-commerce, and proved

useful at the company. She spent nearly two years there, and

tells me, “Everything you do at a startup counts.” Th is was an

incredible learning experience for Emily, and she assumed a

lot of responsibility. Aft er a time, however, she sought more

stable hours and wanted to return to her fashion roots: “I

loved it there, but I wanted to get back into fashion.” Th is led

her to the position at Th e Outnet.

It’s safe to say that I’m fi lled with envy as I sit in the stunning

Net-A-Porter/Mr. Porter/Th e Outnet offi ces, about to interview

Ms. Emily Docktor ‘10. Th ese are not your regular, cubicle-

fi lled fl oors. Instead, the walls are strikingly stark white,

sample designer clothes hang from sporadic clothing racks, and

designer names fi ll a whiteboard that details the offi ce itinerary.

It is like a fashion-dream world in here, and Emily Docktor is a

part of it all.

Prior to her studies at Cornell, Emily landed an internship

with the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA).

Later, she spent another summer with the CFDA, assisting with

their “7th On Sale” project, a fundraiser for AIDS. She also

worked as a production intern at Proenza Schouler and now

beams when recalling that summer with the designers (she later

says they are her favorites). Emily even returned to assist with

their New York Fashion Week runway show.

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Iris & Ink top, Peter Pilotto skirt

Emily applied to Th e Outnet in March of 2012. Th e

Outnet is an online designer discount store, linked to the

high-end site Net-A-Porter and its male counterpart, Mr.

Porter. She applied to Th e Outnet because “I knew it was

right, and I knew I was qualifi ed...You both know when

an opportunity feels right when you interview.” Emily

was hired because of her vast knowledge and experience

and acts now as the site’s U.S. Upload Planner. Her job

responsibilities include managing a huge library of

products, as well as determining which selection makes it

onto the site every week.

Emily is incredibly humble, despite all that she has

achieved. She gave insightful personal tips in addition to

her career advice, ranging from the importance of skin

care (and, yeah, her skin glows) to the “transformative”

aspect of accessories (she’s known for pairing a simplistic

style with statement shoes: “I dress from the bottom

up!”) to the hint that the “lady-like, streamlined” look

is coming back in a major way. I can’t help leaving this

interview feeling like I was merely having fashion girl-

talk with a friend. Of course, as we leave the Fift h Avenue

offi ces, I remember that this young lady next to me

worked her way to a fashionista’s dream job. I stand in

awe as she walks away in a seriously killer pair of boots.

“Take the opportunities, even the unpaid ones—even if it’s just part-

time! You fi nd out how to be useful in an offi ce environment.”

FAVOURITE DESIGNERS/ DREAM WARDROBE Stella, Proenza, Lanvin

WARDROBE FILLED WITH3.1 Phillip Lim, T by Alexander Wang, Rag & Bone

WHAT SHE WANTS FOR CHRISTMASShoes (duh), a Stella McCartney Coat, a Berbere ring

by Repossi

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Punk fashion originates

with Richard Hell: spiked

hair, torn shirts, and safety

pins.

Malcolm McLaren and designer Vivienne

Westwood open “Let It Rock,” a clothing

boutique specializing in the “Teddy Boy”

look. Th ick, crepe-soled suede shoes, or

“brothel creepers,” are a specialty

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A brief exploration of the entanglement of punk music and fashion culture through the years. Written by Arthur Peterson and Victoria HinesInformation compiled with aid from Cornell University Professor Judith Ann Peraino

McLaren forms Bow Wow Wow. Th e band features “New

Romantic” fashions, playing on aristocratic images of

fashion in response to earlier punk styles. 1980

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1994Gianni Versace shows gowns that are pieced

together with stunning gold safety pins in his

Spring 1994 collection.

After the80s

“Punk is Dead” arises. Th e term

grows into a commercialized style.

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1974‘Let it Rock’ becomes ‘SEX’. Westwood’s

designs become more provocative, as

she includes fetish wear and even clear

plastic-pocketed jeans.

Marc Jacobs features the

punk-gone-grunge look in

his celebrated Spring 1993

collection for Perry Ellis.

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Today Punk’s infl uence on fashion is still evident today (Viktor & Rolf SS14). Key designers leading in

modern punk fashion include Rei Kawakubo of Comme Des Garcons, Jean Paul Gaultier, and

Riccardo Tisci of Givenchy.

1975Under McLaren’s direction, Th e Sex Pistols

form in London and become arguably the

most infl uential punk band of all time. Th ey

popularize Richard Hell’s torn D.I.Y. look.

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ATELIERCustom-fi t. Handmade. Safety pins. Canvas and tulle. Painters tape not included.

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LOOKING AHEAD:

FringeRunway looks for spring

made heavy use of fringe to

add some extra

embellishment and

movement to outfi ts.

Also seen by: Altuzarra,

Calvin Klein, Derek Lam,

Miu Miu, Th e Row, Junya

Wantanabe

Shine bright like a diamondDesigners fl ocked to

holographic details,

metallic textiles, jewels and

sequins to add that extra

shine.

Also seen by: Givenchy, Marc

by Marc Jacobs, Just Cavalli,

Saint Laurent

Art meets FashionWith Celine’s use of brush

stroke prints, Chanel’s

inspiration from painters, and

Prada’s bold pop art designs,

fashion is getting pretty artsy

this spring.

Also seen by: Celine, Chanel,

Prabal Gurung, Kenzo,

Calvin Klein

Cropped TopsDesigners showed us plenty

of cropped tops, jackets,

and blazers, some of which

pushed the boundary

between top and bikini top.

Pair it with a pencil skirt or a

slouchy pant and you’re good

to go.

Also seen by: Michael Kors,

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reinterpreted fl oral prints for

menswear this spring. Th ere

were abstract fl ower printed

tees, exploded prints of fl owers

and leaves similar to paisley,

and heavy use of dark fl oral

prints on blazers and pants.

Also seen by: Dries Van Noten,

Prada, Saint Laurent, Ann

Demeulemeester, Gucci

Athletic OverdriveTh ere were plenty of sport

references in men’s fashion for

spring. Color-blocked track

pants, mesh zip up bombers,

and oversized hoodies;

Moncler Gamme Bleu’s

cricket-inspired collection

made notable impressions.

Black lipstick is optional.

Also seen by: Alexander Wang,

Gucci, Salvatore Ferragamo

TunicsMany designers showed us

long tailored shirts for spring.

When the fi t is done right, they

look really polished and do not

need to be worn tucked into

pants. For best results, style a

tunic with a looser fi t under a

more tailored jacket or blazer.

Also seen by: Vivienne

Westwood, Raf Simons,

E. Tautz, Jil Sander

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Fashion’s Play on WordsFashion got a bit wordy this

spring as many designers sent

clothes down the runway that

literally made a statement.

Also seen by: Celine,

Christopher Kane, Christian

Dior, Kenzo

Blush and LilacNot sure what color to stock

up on for spring? Designers

showed us lots of pastels,

especially those in light hues

of pink and purple.

Also seen by: Versace, Etro,

Burberry, Lanvin

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with textures that actually

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Also seen by: Dolce &

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Galliano

The Mule ShoeTh e mule shoe is updated for

spring with a pointed toe and

open back. Pick them up in

nude or black and they will

be a chic addition to almost

any outfi t.

Also seen by: Altuzarra,

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Fashion

Spring 2014 Runway Trends

Envision your favorite garment. You slip it on, look

in the mirror, turn to your right side, then to your left .

Impeccable tailoring. Well-cut jeans, fl attering blouse,

perhaps a trench coat cinched to perfection. You walk

out the door, a newfound confi dence in your step.

What if all of your looks had that perfect fi t? What

if you could avoid those back-and-forth trips to

the dressing room, the seamstress, and the “Return

Merchandise” counter? If only clothing could be craft ed

with your exact measurements in mind...

Impossible, right?

Recent technology suggests otherwise. Let me

introduce you to an exciting new innovation for

manufacturing custom-fi t apparel: fashion production

through computer-aided design and 3D printing.

Th e market for 3D-printed apparel and accessories

is growing in stores and on the runway. Th e 3D

modeling program captures the client’s exact shape

and dimensions with its body-scanning feature. Once

the scanning is complete, the program digitally drapes

fabric on the computerized client, precisely inputting

seams throughout. Patterns are then digitally applied,

and then physically rendered through a textile printer.

Of course, this printing process is not done in the

standard two-dimensional print-on-paper sort of way,

but rather through a more complex layering ritual in

accordance with the blueprint. Th e process does seem

a bit mystifying, yet remains a promising undertaking

for engineers, architects, and designers alike. Together,

these teams can create everything from sneakers and

sunglasses to suits and dresses.

Th is project is not limited to the big names in fashion.

We can see 3D printing fi rsthand, here at Cornell

University. Cornell’s very own fi ft h-year architecture

student, Tyler Barker, tells Th e Th read about his use of

ZBrush, the 3D modeling soft ware, and the 3D printer.

Inspired by an advertisement for Prada’s 2012 Men’s

Spring Line that is digitally modeled by video game

characters, Barker hopes that his “highly controlled

pattern piece” will similarly embrace a “new age” aura.

Seamless production

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And as for design inspiration? Barker asserts that his main goal is to achieve precision, not a radical new style. He looks to designers like Jil Sander and Kris Van Assche, who are known for their sleek and polished tailoring techniques. “I’m not really trying to make anything new and never seen before,” Barker states. “I’m just trying to make something well.” Precision with the soft ware is diffi cult to master, especially when considering every detail of the line. Aft er all, the fi t matters most. As you might have guessed, this 3D modeling is not cheap, nor is it quick to employ. But these artists do not aim for effi ciency. Innovation is their ultimate goal. With this progressive outlook in mind, 3D technology will open more doors for both the fashion world and your own personal wardrobe.

Above: the 3d-printed apparel designs of CORNELL’S fifth year architecture student, tyler Barker barker;top left: iris van herpen 3d print dress

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helmut lang sequin tank, zara pointed

toe cut-out booties

First things fi rst, create a guest list of a small

group of friends. Aft er all, you’re celebrating the

holidays, so do it with the right people. To let

your guests know about your holiday soirée, you

must master the invitation. Th is is your chance

to fl aunt your creative side. Purchase (or even

better, design) a festive print paper in a pattern

like tartan or silver plaid and cut it into 5x7 or 4x6

cards. Th en, using your A+ penmanship skills,

write the date, time, location, attire, and RSVP

instructions for your event. Use festive colored

pens, and don’t be afraid to experiment with

bold graphics, or additional embellishments.

However, don’t overwhelm your small card with

too much bejeweling. Your invitations will set

the vibe for your evening.

Eff ortlessly be the center of attention at your

soirée. You can’t go wrong with a little black

dress, but spice up your look with a patterned

tight or statement jewelry. If it sparkles, wear

it! Don’t worry about sticking to red and green;

icy blues and rich purples fi t the scene and you’ll

be easily spotted from across the room. Save the

patterned dresses for another day, adding texture

instead with accessories and hair. Feeling funky?

Try a jumpsuit in purple or red hues.

For the men, stick to a jacket or sportscoat. Black

or blue will always look good. If jackets aren’t

your game, try a crisp sweater. Th is is where you

can play with patterns like stripes or something

a bit more daring. If you want to stick to a solid,

dark reds and maroons are appropriate for the

season. Save the tacky Santa vest for your next

“ugly Christmas sweater” party.

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Everyone’s home for the holidays, and it’s time to entertain! Here are some tips on how to throw the party of the season—

from fashion to food! Written by Allie Clement and Caroline Soule

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While you don’t want to go overboard with the

décor, it is the holidays, so you have an excuse to

decorate. Purchase some silver and black confetti,

basic candles, and any other seasonal touches like

snowfl akes or pinecones. Spread them across the

dinner table and on counters. Set the table before the

evening begins. Put out your nicest china, ribbon-

wrapped napkins, silverware, and both wine and

water glasses. If you are feeling creative, fi nd a thick

plaid ribbon in a color that coordinates with your

napkins (like the kind used for wreaths) and use

it as runner down the center of your table. Present

your food in contemporary serving pieces, trying to

avoid pots and pans straight off of the stove or out

of the oven. Feeling generous? Tuck a small holiday

goodie, perhaps an ornament or party popper, into

the napkin ribbons. You will win party of the year!

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Th e best way to spread holiday cheer? Cocktails. Eggnog is too

cliché. Welcome your guests with a Candy Cane drink for those

with a sweet tooth or, for your more daring friends, off er a Bourbon

punch. Conversation will start fl owing as everyone raves over these

festive concoctions. Keep the compliments coming with some light

hors d’oeuvres, such as cheese samplers, or smoked trout with

lemon-dill mayonnaise on crackers. Always serve dinner a few

minutes later than the estimate you give your guests—no one likes

being rushed to the table. Everyone should be done sipping his or

her fi rst cocktail, meaning it’s time to move to wine.

Have desserts displayed throughout the room for aft er dinner. Try

a variety of sweet snacks, like applesauce chocolate chip cupcakes or

brown-sugar coated almonds. Your guests will be raving and your

party will be a success!

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The Ingredients2 (750-milliliter) bottles dry muscadine wine, chilled*1 (12-oz.) bottle grenadine, chilled1 1/2 cups chilled bourbon 1 cup chilled fresh orange juice 1 cup chilled cranberry juice1/3 cup fresh lime juice8 cups ice cubes1 (12-oz.) can lemon-lime soft drink, chilled 1 cup chilled club soda

Garnish: orange slices, red and green muscadine halves (optional) *Chardonnay may be substituted.

The DirectionsPour muscadine wine, grenadine, bourbon, orange juice, cranberry juice, and lime juice into a punch bowl. Stir in ice cubes, lemon-lime soft drink, and club soda. Garnish, if desired.

The Ingredients1 shot vanilla rum1 shot white chocolate liqueur 1 shot peppermint schnappsCandy cane to garnish

The DirectionsAdd all liquid ingredients to cocktail shaker fi lled with ice. Shake well and strain into martini glass. Garnish with candy cane.

HolidayRECIPES

THE INGREDIENTS2 1/2 cups all-purpose fl our, plus more for dusting

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

2 teaspoons baking soda

2 teaspoons cinnamon

1 teaspoon ground cardamom

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

2 cups unsweetened applesauce

2 large eggs, lightly beaten

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1 stick unsalted butter, melted

One 12-ounce bag semisweet-chocolate chips

Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting

Crème fraîche, for serving

The DirectionsPreheat the oven to 350°. Butter and fl our a 12-cup Bundt. In a large

bowl, whisk the fl our with the granulated sugar, baking soda, cinnamon,

cardamom, salt, cloves and pepper. Whisk in the applesauce, eggs, oil

and melted butter. Fold in the chocolate chips. Scrape the batter into the

prepared pan. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted

in the center comes out with a few crumbs attached. Transfer the pan to

a rack and let the cake cool for 10 minutes, then invert it onto the rack

and let cool completely, about 20 minutes. Sift confectioners’ sugar over the

cake, slice and serve with crème fraîche. Note: When making cupcakes, the

baking time is signifi cantly shorter.

ApplesauceChocolate

Chip

Bundt

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