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Say No To The Sweater!

Michelle Lee, Senior Staff Writer • January 13, 2016

So when is the only time that wearing ugly sweaters is acceptable? Yep. You guessed it. Only during Christmas time. This year, Floral Park Memorial's fashion club, Sartorial, wanted to do make...

Sartorial Club, FPM’s latest style

Michelle Lee, Fashion Club Founder • October 3, 2015

“Style is a way to express yourself without having to speak.” This quote from Rachel Zoe has stuck with me ever since I read it. Many people consider fashion senseless and materialistic without realizing...

Fly this Fall with a Peter Pan collar

Sophia Skiadas and Victoria Buckley • November 9, 2013

Peter Pan collars have made a major comeback this fall season. Despite their name, these collars have little connection with the 1953 Disney animated film. In fact, Peter wears a V-neck t-shirt, the polar...

From Cowboys to the Catwalk

Sophia Skiadas and Victoria Buckley • October 28, 2013

What’s the one piece of clothing no one can live without? Jeans! Jeans have become a necessary item for people of all ages. In today’s fashion market you can find jeans in any size, style, and even...

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