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Name: Alisha Yadav
Grade: Junior
Hometown: San Jose, Calif.
Major: Anthropology, with an environmental politics and policy minor
Who is your fashion role model?
It’s somewhere between Jenna Lyons and Alexa Chung. I’d also through Audrey Hepburn and Jackie Kennedy in there, for good measure.
Describe your style.
My style has evolved since becoming editor-in-chief of The Exponent, for better or for worse. It’s a lot of men’s button downs or sweaters with leggings, flats and, more often than not, my glasses (see: style icons above). I love classic prep looks. A lot of what I wear pays homage to those classic styles with some modernity. I have a personal rule to dress extra preppy when really exhausted, to distract from that. Someone at The Exponent has probably figured that out by now.
What article of clothing best describes your personality?
My watch – it’s a man’s watch. It’s big, tan-brown, gold-rimmed, and faded from years of being banged around on my wrist. My grandmother gifted it to me for my high school graduation.
What is your favorite Purdue memory?
It’s anything involving my time at The Exponent. I joined as a freshman and became editor-in-chief in January. This organization has done a lot for me and I care a lot about our paper. I have a great staff that makes putting out each paper exciting – whether it’s running around for a breaking news story or spending 15 minutes coming up with a headline. It’s non-stop.
For something specific, though, I’d have to say the strides we’ve made in the past year with our coverage. We’ve had a lot of big news stories this year and have worked hard to intensely cover each.
Where do you see yourself in ten years?
I can’t answer that, I don’t even know where I see myself after my term ends in two months! Wherever I am, I’d like to have the capability to create an impact. I’d also like to be back in California, which might go hand-in-hand with wanting to be impactful.
What is something that you love about yourself?
I love my Indian culture, it’s something I experience more when I’m home in California than here at Purdue, but it’s a reason I love going home. Waking up each morning to freshly made Chai is underrated. I also love that I bring my culture and my California background into everything I do. Growing up in California, I learned to be open-minded. I rely on that a lot in my job (which I love, too.)
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Name: Taryn Kintanar
Grade: senior, is it bad my first instinct was to say 12th grade?
Hometown: Fort Wayne
Major: apparel design
Who is your fashion role model? Kate Hudson because she has this bohemian influence but is always trying out new trends. Her personality is just so vibrant too. Kate and her mom, Goldie Hawn have this way about them that is just so inviting and I just want to be friends with them. I’m a huge believer that the woman makes the outfit and they are a perfect example of that.
Describe your style.My style has been all over the map the past 5 years. College threw me for a loop and I’ve been through so many phases. My favorite pieces are from my little adventures, like the bracelet I’m wearing is from my trip to Cannes with my mom and grams. This past year my style has landed on earthy. It fits me the most I think out of my phases but I like to change my style up constantly, so we’ll see! Right now I’m drawn to earth tones and I’m always drawn to prints. I love fashion to feel simple and to be comfy. I always finish my outfits with bracelets and rings, those are my favorite pieces.
What article of clothing best describes your personality?
I’m a little fun and a little weird…. So my box purse would describe me. I got it in London last summer. It’s all wicker and then has feathers on top and on top of that tons of jewels. It’s an unexpected combination and I’m obsessed.
What is your favorite Purdue Memory?
Spring Break sophomore year in the Bahamas…The whole week was crazy, amazing, and unforgettable. Hopefully we can top it this year!
Where do you see yourself in ten years?
Well, this is literally the scariest question that I’ve gotten like every day this year. I have NO idea. On my list is to travel the world, and to dabble in as many hobbies as possible whatever lets me do that, I’m totally down.
What is something that you love about yourself?
I love that I just go with the flow. I kind of just jump into things as they come. Last summer I decided to go to New York 3 weeks before I had to be there when I already had all my plans set up to be in LA. It was so thrilling! Being flexible just gives life a sense of adventure. Life’s too short; you need to have some unpredictable moments.
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Name: Katie Mitsch
Grade: Senior
Hometown: Indianapolis, IN
Major: Dietetics/Nutrition Fitness and Health
Who is your fashion role model?Kim Kardashian and Katy Perry, I think they would make a beautiful fashion baby!
Describe your style. I love all things fun and girly, and then adding something unexpected. I only wear clothes that I’m obsessed with. You gotta rock it and be confident. I’m big on accessories whether it’s hair or jewelry. I think some killer pumps or big earrings with a stack of funky bracelets can totally make something go from blah to BOMB. I must say… my hair is part of my style too. I can’t help it!
What’s a piece of clothing that describes your personality? I would be nothing without my Tory Burch leopard flats. I die for animal prints.
What is your favorite Purdue Memory? Bascially every Breakfast Club I have attended… that might also be a lack of memory as well!
Where do you see yourself in ten years: I really want to move to Europe after college and work as a nutritionist over there. But we’ll see!
Something you love about yourself: I think it’s so important for a woman to be confident and independent. I think I’ve found a way to be humble and confident so I can carry myself well. Being independent is something that comes natural for me, and I think it’s to my advantage.
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Name: Emily Mishler
Grade: Sophomore
Hometown: Goshen, Indiana
Major: Dual—Communication and Apparel Design
Who is your fashion role model?
Honestly, I don’t have one specific role model. I enjoy watching people dress with sophistication, poise, and class as well as individuality. That’s what I aspire to do and help others envision.
Describe your style.
My style changes daily depending on my mood—occasionally more than once a day. It’s eclectic, sometimes more comfortable than others with a little modern vintage thrown in. Regardless, it’s without a doubt always a reflection of myself!
What article of clothing best describes your personality?
I adore dresses all the time—regardless of the occasion.
What is your favorite Purdue memory?
I can’t pinpoint one at the moment but chances are it has something to do with Greyhouse!
Where do you see yourself in ten years?
I would love to be somewhere contributing to the lives of others and be able to look back, knowing in my heart that I have made a difference in someone’s life—no matter how small that difference was. I love fashion but realize that the world doesn’t revolve around it: hence the dual major. I want to have an impact on more than just the fashion industry.
What is something that you love about yourself?
I absolutely love that when I’m happy (which is about 97% of the time) my eyes sparkle. It’s different and fun!
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{Dress & Bracelets: self-made, Wedges: Target, Necklace: Forever 21, Belt: Nordstrom}
Name: Kerry McGauley
Grade: Sophomore
Hometown: St. Louis, Missouri
Major: Apparel Design & Technology
Who is your fashion role model?
Currently my fashion role model is Rachel Bilson. I love how she can take the simplest piece of clothing and make it unique and memorable just by adding a fun accessory or a great pair of boots.
Describe your style.
I like to think of my style as being sophisticated with a feminine twist. I love wearing polished pieces such as a soft, neutral button down with a pair of cropped jeans, but then adding a girly touch with a stack of colorful bracelets or a bright coral cardigan and patterned scarf.
What article of clothing best describes your personality?
Definitely my sheer, floral, peasant blouse. It’s sweet and simple yet makes me feel confident and beautiful every time I put it on.
What is your favorite Purdue memory?
My favorite Purdue memory was when my sisters came to visit me during my freshman year. It was so exciting to show them all my favorite places on campus and give them a taste of what my life is like while I’m away at school.
Where do you see yourself in ten years?
After living in New York for a few years working for various designers, I would love to be back in St. Louis designing for my own boutique with the help of my wonderful mother.
What is something that you love about yourself?
My Irish heritage and my big, cheesy smile.
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Name: Elena Winchester
Grade: Freshman
Hometown: Chicago, IL
Major: Apparel Design
Describe your style.
My style changes every day, it depends on my mood! It can be laid back and comfortable, bold and out there, or delicate and put together. I love mixing patterns and textures. I’m usually always rocking a patterned scarf around my neck, no matter what season!
What article of clothing best describes your personality?
Probably my accessories. I wear a lot of beaded bracelets on my right wrist and they are all unique, but when they’re brought together they make a whole. They’re always worn no matter what I’m wearing. My individuality is seen through my bracelets and my other bold accessories.
What is your favorite Purdue memory?
My favorite Purdue memory is sitting out on my friend’s roof on a warm spring night screaming the lyrics to Don’t Stop Believing.
Where do you see yourself in ten years?
In ten years I will be twenty-eight, living up the last few years of my twenties. I will be a fashion photographer living in Europe eating gelato for breakfast and walking down cobblestone streets in my wooden wedges.
What is something that you love about yourself?
My faith in God and my big red glasses ☺
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Meet Rachel, a fellow Purdue student with a special sense of style
PurdueLALA:Rachel from Vicky Houed on Vimeo.
What She’s Wearing
Jacket: Forever 21
Dress: H&M
Tights: CVS
Boots: Endless.com
Bag: Michael Kors
Jewelry: Charlotte Russe
What are you most looking forward to?
“Spring fashion! I love the spring colors and the dresses- pastels are my absolute favorite!”
What’s your most prized possession?
“Definitely my glasses and my Michael Kors bag. I try and shop on sale racks for most of my clothing, and actually I got this bag on Black Friday. I love getting a great price for whatever I buy!”
What are some spring bands that you’ve been really getting into?
“I’d say Neutral Milk Hotel, Band of Horses and Ben Folds. They’re all so uplifting.”
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1. Name: Heather Hemmeger
2. Grade: Junior
3. Hometown: Kokomo, IN
4. Major: Pharmacy
5. Who is your fashion role model?
I’ve never had a particular person from whom I’ve gathered sole style inspiration. Instead, I just observe people—people who can strut their styles creatively and confidently. That says something to me.
6. Describe your style.
In one word: classic. I’ve always embraced a timeless style, clean lines, and an organic color palette. Pearl earrings and cardigan sweaters have become a few of my favorite friends. To add feminine, artistic flare, I love a shirt with a few ruffles or a monochromatic outfit paired with a colorful scarf.
7. What article of clothing best describes your personality?
The cardigan sweater—it has an academic, classic appearance and can be layered with almost any piece to create a unique look. Similarly, I love learning and can come across as an introverted, private person, until one has the chance to delve beneath my many layers. Furthermore, cardigan sweaters remind me of fall, warm apple cider, and a good book—what’s not to love?
8. What is your favorite Purdue Memory?
In answering this question, I tried to think of a particular memory, but instead, decided that my Purdue experiences have all blended into one, emotional continuum—happily watching my relationships grow, anxiously applying to pharmacy school, appreciatively learning from people of other cultures, intensely studying into the late hours of the night…freely dancing into the late hours of the night—all memories I wouldn’t trade.
9. Where do you see yourself in ten years?
I love to travel, and I love people. Consequently, I hope to use my pharmacological knowledge to help others around the world. I have considered a residency in psychiatric pharmacy, as well as a position in the Peace Corps. When the time arrives, I’m sure I’ll have more ideas. Most importantly, I want to be surrounded by loving people, in an urban, inspiring environment to which I can call home.
10. What is something that you love about yourself?
I love that I embrace imperfection. Being able to view my mistakes or flaws as learning experiences or personal fingerprints has enabled me to take life much less seriously and more enjoyably. I look for imperfection in others and love when people can focus less on being perfect and more on being human.
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Name: Rochelle Mocas
Grade: Junior
Hometown: Hudson, Ohio
Major: Hospitality and Tourism Management
Who is your fashion role model? I don’t really have a fashion role model. I wear what I like and base it on how I’m feeling that day.
Describe your style. My style is relaxed, comfortable and classy. I love the boyfriend style with a girlish twist and an urban flare. I live in my converse, v-necks, and skinny jeans.
What article of clothing best describes your personality? Hmmm…I guess I would have to say skinny jeans. They are classy yet casual and can be dressed up or dressed down. There are many styles just as I have many sides of my personality. I feel that skinny jeans fit my personality the most in the sense that they can be girly with a cute top and heels or boyish with converse and a sweater. They also have a way of showing off your best features
What is your favorite Purdue memory? My favorite Purdue memory would be this past year when I finished 12th in the Grand Prix and was the first girl to qualify and finish the race with a sorority team. Look it up on Wikipedia
Where do you see yourself in ten years? In ten years I see myself being a general manager for an upscale restaurant in downtown Chicago. I will also have a beautiful family with 3 boys and 1 girl.
What is something that you love about yourself? I love that my friends say I am not a “normal” girl. I race karts, I watch basketball religiously, and I would consider ESPN one of my top TV stations. While all that may be true I also own more than 15 pairs of heels and hate walking out of the house in sweats. I may not be “normal” but I love who I am and if that means being different than that’s okay with me.
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