There’s a word that all youth seems to understand: fashion!
From girls to guys, pre-teens to high school students, all of us have our
own style. Some dress preppy; some dress Goth. For others, it’s any
type of clothing that features a favorite name brand.
I went to Target in Oro Valley and asked several youth their thoughts regarding
fashion and clothing styles. Here’s what they said…
Tori, Wilson K-8, 7th Grade
Fashion Role Model: Kate Hudson.
Favorite Places to Shop:
Kohl’s, Ross, and second hand stores and thrift shops, such as Twice-As-Nice.
The Importance of Clothing Styles:
“It shows personality and uniqueness.”
Do Your Parents Complain About What You Wear?
“Not really.”
Libby, Wilson K-8, 7th Grade
Fashion Role Model: Big sister, Kelly. “She has tons
of clothes.”
Favorite Places to Shop:
Abercrombie and Fitch, Hollister, American Eagle, Old Navy, Target.
The Importance of Clothing Styles:
“It’s important and it helps our society.”
Do Your Parents Complain About What You Wear?
“Yes! They say, ‘Libby, don’t wear that’ or ‘Libby,
take that off!’”
Garrett, Canyon Del Oro High School, 9th Grade
Fashion Role Model: Ryan Seacrest.
Favorite Places to Shop:
Pac Sun, Zumiez, Target.
The Importance of Clothing Styles:
“I really like name brands.”
Do Your Parents Complain About What You Wear?
“Yeah. They say stuff like, ‘Why do you have to always get name
brand stuff?’”
Abigail, Ironwood Ridge High School, 12th Grade
Fashion Role Model: “I really have no clue.”
Favorite Places to Shop:
American Eagle, Buckle, Hollister.
The Importance of Clothing Styles:
“I don’t know. I like it when people compliment me, though.”
Do Your Parents Complain About What You Wear?
“Not really. My mom’s always there when I get stuff.” (Abigail’s
mom adds: “It’s my money!”)
Marina, Pusch Ridge Christian Academy, 7th Grade
Fashion Role Model: Hannah Montana
Favorite Places to Shop:
Aeropostale, Target, Hollister.
The Importance of Clothing Styles:
“You always gotta look good!”
Do Your Parents Complain About What You Wear?
“Not really.”
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