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Home News Tribune Our Life comics E3 On the Web: For news updates throughout the day, go to our Web site at: TELEVISION E4 PETS E6 Monday, August 21, 2006 mtuilllT I HEALTH IAST fashion THE SHORE FALL FASHION PREVIEW ART LIFE Students create four outfits based on designer looks Roger Ebert upbeat despite cancer battle Film critic Roger Ebert, who is battling cancer in a Chicago hospital, says he looks forward to coming back to work despite a hard road to recovery that has kept him hospitalized for three months. By JESSICA GROLLMAN SOUTH BRUNSWICK HIGH SCHOOL aving seen the Style Network's show "The Look for Less," I thought it would be a idea of a new style because I've never worn anything like them before." Despite the usage of all these truly "in" pieces, her favorite was the most simple, universal and timeless: the jeans. "The material and the fit were great," she said. "There was nothing in particular about them. It was just my favorite part because I love jeans, and these felt and fit like they were made just for me." When all the different pieces were put together, "the outfit almost looked like something that a young and hip teacher would wear.

It was casual, yet at the same time appropriate and functional." See Runway, Page E2 lenged ourselves to re-create four outfits that appeared on the fashion runway this season. We shopped in an outlet mall and two local retail malls. Using pictures of the designer looks, we tried to recreate the fashions as closely as possible. We learned that if you need to match something exactly, it helps if you take a look at individual stores' Web sites first in order to save shopping time. One negative aspect of the outlets is that you can't preview the merchandise online before you arrive, so we were careful to stick to what was on our shopping list in order to avoid impulse buying.

At Jersey Gardens in Elizabeth, I struggled to re-create an Oligo Tissew Oligo Tissew look that we tried to copy in the outlets consisted of a lot of "basic" pieces. "I'd probably use all the different pieces in my wardrobe as separates and most likely pair them with other things I already own," Chrissy said. The outfit subtlety utilized a great many of the season's key pieces and elements, such as roomy knits. "The sweater was my least favorite piece because I really don't like wearing sweaters, and this particular sweater was too big," she said. Although this season's leather knee-high boots are hidden by the jeans, they still made Chrissy feel "powerful." "I liked the shoes when I first saw them, but when I put them on, I fell in love," she piece of cake throwing together four fall fashion "looks" as they do in the weekly TV series.

Little did I know what I had gotten myself into. It turned out to be a difficult and time-consuming experience which, thankfully, had a surprisingly successful outcome. With the help of my friends Chris-sy Canvin, 16, who will be a senior at South Brunswick High School, and Dillon Diatlo, 15, who will be a junior lf Roger Ebert Still hospitalized outfit for Chrissy and a Dolce Gabbara outfit for Dillon. The at the school, we chal said. "It took me time to warm up to the ONLINE: SHOPPING TIPS -and 10 MUST-HAVE ITEMS If 1 j.

xl "I don't have a crystal ball, so I can't tell you when, but I sure look forward to being back on the movie beat," he said in a statement. Ebert, famous for his "thumbs up" or "thumbs down" critiques, had surgery June 16 to remove a cancerous growth on his salivary gland. He also had emergency surgery July 1 after a blood vessel burst near the site of the operation. "When I announced that I had a recurrence of salivary cancer that required surgery, I had no idea when I went into the hospital on June 16 that I would still be here on Aug. 16," Ebert said.

Ebert, 64, said in the statement his voice has been affected by the cancer treatment and part of his overall rehabilitation will include having to strengthen his vocal cords. He added that "doctors are moving cautiously, but they are enthusiastically optimistic about my recovery." wp Elm it 1 i V. lit V'tViVVi "15- I i I 1 'ALEXANDRA PAIVStlft photofnplm Menlo Park Mall in Edison and South Brunswick High School students Christina Canvin and Dillon Diatlo model clothes from Jersey Gardens in Elizabeth, Woodbridge Center. Today's birthdays: Israeli political leader Shimon Peres is 83. Singer Kenny Rogers is 68.

TV anchorman Harry Smith is 55. Actress Kim Cattrall is 50. Rock singer Serj Tank-ian (System of a Down) is 39. Actress Carrie-Anne Moss is 36. Rock musician Liam Howlett (Prodigy) is 35.

Actress Alicia Witt is 31. Singer Kelis is 27. Singer Melissa Schuman (Dream) is 22. mmi aajgi 31 I' 1 I car rrnTi. DILLON JEANS $89.99 Sacred Denim, Off Saks Fifth Avenue DILLON JEANS $39.50 Express Men SHSKT $2.99 American Rag from Macy's BELT $29.50 Express Men SHOES $59.99 Sketchers from Macy's HAT $16.99 Aeropostale NOT EVERYONE CARES ABOUT WHAT'S IN STYLE PAGE E2 CHRISSY JEANS $89.99 Joe's Jeans, Off Saks Fifth Avenue SHIRT $14.99 Banana Republic Outlet BELT $14.99 Banana Republic Outlet CARDIGAN $24.90 Outlet NECKLACE $16.90 Outlet LEATHER KNEE HIGH BOOTS $49.90 Impo, OSW Outlet CHRISSY JEANS $17.50 Old Navy TANK $32 from Nordstrom BUTTON-DOWN SHifiT $39.50 Express HEELS $29.95 Aldo CROPPED JACKET $44.90 Caslon from Nordstrom NECKLACE $7.50 Cloire's SILVER VALLET CHAIN $7.50 Claire's LEATHER BELT $59.99 Off Saks Fifth Avenue SHOES $59.95 Aldo Outlet SUNGLASSES $10 Aldo Outlet HAT $16.99 Lids for Less (not shown) SWEATER $39.99 Guess Outlet Started shopping? About 33 percent of respondents said they have not started back-to-school shopping yet, while 39 percent said they are not ready to think about school.

About 22 percent said they bought a few things, and the remaining 6 percent said they were almost finished. This week, we want to know if you are in your school's marching band. Let us know at www.thnt.com. TIMS SEASON, ALL THE RULES ARE MEANT TO BE BROKEN By JESSICA GROLLMAN SOUTH BRUNSWICK HIGH SCHOOL hat's "in" for this season? It might be easier to ask "What i isn't in?" Katharine Hepburn. Architecturally inspired pieces are everywhere, showing off lots of long sleek lines.

Don't be afraid to leave a lot to the imagination this season and layer up on those roomy knits and big wool sweaters; it's extra padding for the winter. Do not ditch all the feminine Victorian sleeves add an element of volume as do the ever-so-hot cocoons as they replace the overdone cardigan; and big harlequin collars really make a bold statement. Start doing squats and sprints because skinny legs are all the rage. See Season, Page E2 somber looking garments in shades of ebony, charcoal and navy. Red is appearing everywhere, giving off an aura of proper elegance, or a more sexy rock 'n' roll vibe.

Whether it was in a pair of high-heeled ruby patent-leather Mary-Janes or a scarlet wool pea coat, red graced the runway with its presence. HERE'S A "HOW-TO MANUAL" FOR THE FALL SEASON: Masculine is in Girls, don't be afraid to borrow your boyfriend's blazer and sport it over a cute fitted cami this season; the silhouette is very classic with nicely draped man tailored suits. Think for many of the well-known ready-to-wear and couture collections. Layering has become a key technique in the fashion industry over the last few years, and this season layering is a MUST. Understated basics are hot because this is the season of details and accents.

Typical neutral shades of autumn are mixed with overstated accessories and garish ornamentation. Black is back in great volumes and pastels are strictly forbidden. When adding hints of color to your wardrobe this season, make sure they are jewel tones like plum, crimson or royal blue. They'll really pop against the season's more This year, more than most, fashion trends seem to be all over the map. Here are some examples: Plaids, feathers, metallics, leather, lace and fur are all key elements that were spotted on this year's runway.

Dark rocker looks, Victorian evening romance, as well as a wide range of textures and embellishments have provided inspiration I'm Yes, t'm I've I haven't I'm not finished almost bought started ready to done a few yet think about things school Call us: Bill Canacci, features editor, at (732) 565-7269 E-mail: bcanaccithnt.com On the Internet: www.thnt.com VI.