Uniformed for the Season

Mistletoe hung, presents bought, invitations coming in. The holiday season is a time to celebrate and there’s no better way to celebrate than with a party. From office parties and family gatherings to Christmas balls and elegant galas, many are left wondering what to wear for each occasion. This year it is the men’s turn to make a fashion statement by adding some pattern and color to their ensembles. A bold stripe or paisley print can be great when a suit isn’t needed, and a strong solid color jacket is a show stopper for the ritzier events. Dresses in shorter lengths can be a great choice for ladies for many different affairs; the fabric will make the difference this season. A classic black dress can show your fun personality when covered in sequins or bring out the sophistication in a flowing halter style. Again, strong solid colors with clever detailing will work best.

Follow these Lake Area Mizzou grads through their old stomping grounds as they show off some hot party looks for 2008. They’re never afraid to show their party stripes!

Name: Abbie Adkins
Age: 24
Job/Employer:
Prewitt Enterprises, Commercial Development
Lake Resident For:
I lived here every summer through college, and
started working full time at the Lake in January 2008
Year Graduated: 2007
Greek House: Gamma Phi Beta
Major: International Business
Degree: Bachelor of Arts: International Studies-Spanish
Bachelor of Science: Business Administration-Marketing
Hardest Final: Every final that included an oral presentation
Class You (VERY Nearly) Failed: Geology
Most Memorable
Professor: John Bennett -Marketing
Favorite Post-Game
Hangout (then): On the Rocks, which I still love
Favorite Post-Game
Hangout (now): The new Shiloh

Dress, Unyx,
Chic Boutique, $75
Necklace, Chic Boutique

Name: Rick Duncan
Age: 48
Job/Employer: 25 years with Edward Jones Investments
Married to: Sherri Tangsrud
Lake Resident For:
Lifelong Lake Area Resident
Year Graduated: Undergraduate 1982;
Graduate School 1983
Greek House: Sigma Nu
Major: Economics
Degree: BA/MA
Hardest Final: Graduate School Class; Econ 451
Class You (VERY Nearly) Failed:
Econ 451. I think the final exam was the reason
Most Memorable Professor: Professor Walter Johnson, an icon
in the Economics Dept. I have him to thank for many of my
accomplishments. He is no longer with us, but he made a tremendous
impact on many MU students in his lifetime. Thanks Professor!!
Favorite Post-Game Hangout (then): Harpo’s
Favorite Post-Game Hangout (now): Hemingway’s

Blazer, Corbin, Bingham’s, $395
Shirt, Robert Graham, Bingham’s $228
Pants, Adriano Goldschmied,
Bingham’s, $145

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