What to Keep from Spring Cleaning

We all know it feels great to start over after some deep spring cleaning, but what doesn’t feel so great is wondering how you’re going to fill some of the gaping holes in your wardrobe. This year, think before you clean – you wouldn’t want to get rid of something that’s about to come back in style.

A quirky favorite for this spring is glossy metallics. If you have any sparkles or shimmers hidden away, now is the time to break them out. Sequin-accented apparel as well as anything shiny or futuristic will be a big hit this spring, so resurrect your glittery clothes and hold on to them – they’ll look great this season.

If you’ve been having second thoughts about girly, dramatic ruffles, the trends this spring should eliminate all doubts. Flattering cuts that accentuate your waistline coupled with big ruffles will give you a chic, sophisticated look, so think twice before throwing away anything that’s “too girly.”

Another thing to look out for while purging your closet is oversized shirts. Tunics, especially ones with big sleeves, are going to look great this spring over jeans or leggings. If you’re unsure about a long-sleeved tunic, try hemming back the sleeves to make them three quarter length. This trendy cut won’t be going out of style any time soon.

If, by chance, you haven’t already trashed your collection of tye dye clothes, you’re in luck. Though bold, obnoxious tye dye isn’t coming back, a softer, smoother variation is taking its place. Subtle gradients are in, and if you fade a bold tye dye print you already own, it will serve you very well this season.

The girly accents of this spring will contrast quite nicely with the boyfriend jeans that are rapidly coming into style. This fun, athletic look is sure to catch on, so don’t throw out those tomboyish jeans or capris. You may even want to steal a pair from your brother or boyfriend.

If you’re not a pink person, you may be tempted to rid your closet of this bold statement color; however, embracing pink this spring will be not only acceptable, but preferred. Whether it be a fun accessory or a cute blouse, a little bit of pink goes a long way to brighten up your look.

Simply SnipITS

The curtains of the Valenzuela Theater opened upon two angels dressed in white shirts, black pants, halos and wings who were plotting over the lives of the humans they were about to create.

“So, women get to have the offspring.”

“The males will be really jealous.”

“So there has to be some kind of trade-off…like make it really painful…”

So began Simply SnipITS, a collection of scenes performed and directed by students. The International Thespian Society, or ITS, performs SnipITS each year with different themes.

This year had the distinction of a performance of an original scene written by Presentation seniors Jennifer Greenfield, Jacquelyn Pass and Kaitlyn Jensen. “The Greatest Play. Ever” centered around three American girls stuck with French actors who mistakenly believe that they must finish writing a play by morning, with hilarious results. “We started by brainstorming about the weirdest things that had ever happened to us,” explained Greenfield. “We figured that people always say, ‘Write about what you know.’ We know about weird and wacky stuff, and it just sort of evolved from there.”

Other scenes included Barbie and Ken, Semi-Superheroes and much more. Though the show was directed on only by students, they put together an entertaining night for viewers. “Directing a scene myself was challenging because it was just me, but I was able to get lots of input from the actors, which made the scene that much better,” said ITS officer and senior Nicki Affonso-McMorrow.

ITS will be performing many shows throughout the year; the ITS concert will be taking place at 7:30 in the Valenzuela Theater on October 1. Be sure to come and watch the talent of the Presentation actresses!