Fall Trend Report: There’s No E.N.D. to These Incoming Trends

Prepare to step out of your comfort box and go on a shopping rampage. This fall will go down in trend history. Designers have created a brilliant, exciting collection of must-haves for this autumn. Apple has worked endlessly to perfect the most convenient MP3 player. Musical artists have strived to create unique and catchy songs. They have all assisted in transforming this year from “just another fall” into unforgettable.  From electronics to fashion, 2009 is exploding with edgy, fun styles sure to be enjoyed by all.

Fashion

Fashion, something many girls hold close to their hearts, showcased some great styles during New York Fashion Week. The top fashion trend this year? Plaid. Motorcycle jackets, dresses, and flannel have all been hit with the plaid plague. A clothing item with plaid print is a necessity for this year’s look. Pres girls are of course already way ahead of the fashion world with this trend. Finally the Presentation blue plaid skirt is in. Girls can stand proud in their skirts off campus knowing they are stylish and trendy. Other major trends include the boyfriend jean, zippers, boots, and bright, neon colors. Shoe stores, such as DSW, have dedicated at least eight rows for boots alone. Designers found unusual ways to incorporate zippers on flats, purses, and pants. Boyfriend jeans appear on legs of women throughout America and are sold at most retail stores. The famous Michael Kors had his models strutting a neon pink and neon green dress down the runway. So hit the mall as soon as possible and pick up clothing items of these fierce fashion trends that fit will your style.

Music

Many musical geniuses produced top hits this year, but the genre that really took off was pop. According to iTunes’s statistics, “Party in the USA” by Miley Cyrus is the number one most popular song of this fall. This hit single soared to the top of the charts within its first week of release. The second most popular song is “I Got a Feeling” by the Black Eyed Peas. It is not uncommon to hear people chanting this catchy tune. Its feel-good vibe attracts many teens to want to listen to it. Third on the charts is “Down” by Jay Sean. This song received 4 ½ out of 5 stars from iTunes listeners. “Down” has an optimistic, loving beat instantly attracting teens. It also helps that the infamous Lil’ Wayne is featured in the song with his 30 second rap segment. Other top pop songs include “She Wolf” by Shakira, “Whatcha Say” by Jason DeRulo, and “Fallin’ for You” by Colbie Caillat.

Technology

In order to listen to music, having the essential MP3 player is crucial. Apple’s new iTouch second generation not only allows you to listen to your music without headphones, but includes internet, games, calendars, and even texting.  This all-in-one device is the trendiest and most efficient way to hear your music while communicating with your friends. You can even access the Presentation Voice website and keep up to date with school and other events. The website includes pictures, articles, and even fun quizzes. Check out more at www.presentationvoice.com.

If you’re looking for an adventurous, futuristic movie to see, keep your eye out for the upcoming film Avatar. Written by James Cameron, this 3D action packed movie will be unlike any other you have seen. According to Screen Rant, all actors are filmed special bodysuits and head rigs with a standard definition camera that is constantly snapping photos of the actors’ face. The image is then transmitted to another camera that is able to see the actors in their “CG” costumes. “The way we developed the performance capture workflow on ‘Avatar’ is we have our virtual camera, which allows me to, in real time, hold a camera — it’s really a monitor — in my hands and point it at the actors and see them as their CG characters” Cameron says. This movie should be coming to theaters in the summer of 2010.

This fall will surely be an explosion of exciting new things. Keep your eyes out for these trends to stay up to date with all the latest fads. Remember, originality is the new pink! So what are you waiting for? Go out, buy, and stay in style!

Groovy Golf

As the weekend draws near, you try your best to concoct a plan of something to do with your friends. Many teenagers find this difficult, considering that bowling gets old and the mall gets boring if you don’t have unlimited amounts of money. After deciding against your usual activities, you should consider Lunar Golf at the Great Mall in Milpitas.  

Basically, Lunar Golf is an indoor facility for glow-in-the-dark mini-golf. It is especially appealing if it is raining or extraordinarily hot outside. Just like Golf Land, you do not need to be a skilled golfer to have fun. Upon entrance, you would notice that the entire building is lit by black lights and everything worth seeing is glowing a neon color. This includes your white clothes, golf clubs, and balls, which come in orange, yellow, green, and blue.

Considering that it is indoors, it is not as spread out as you may be used to; however, there are eighteen holes for you to play. It may appear small at first, but after walking though an open archway, it opens into another room full of different holes, which then leads to a third room. Each room contains various themes ranging from medieval to prehistoric. You might see a knight, a dragon, and a castle around one room, and dinosaurs and artificial rocks in another.

Some of these decorations also serve as obstacles between you and the hole. You see more of them as the hole number increases. Like traditional golf, each hole becomes consistently more difficult. The first hole begins with level ground and minimal blockades. Some of the final holes have corners, uphill slants, and much more narrow passages for your ball to travel through.

Conveniently, the price to play is $8 and will last you three rounds. You would probably appreciate the experience much more if you attended with a large group of friends. Although there is a limit of four people per group, you may purchase supplies for two or more groups separately and just play together. If you are interested in attending this new activity, it is open every day of the week.