The gamecock. (Columbia, S.C.) 1908-2006, March 30, 1992, SPRING FASHION, Page page 4, Image 12

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\M : Benneton By PATRICK VILLEGAS News Editor < What do most college students i think the most important import from Italy is? t Christopher Columbus? The i Pope? Pizza? a Well, il some of you said Ben- | ncton, you're probably wrong. But, you may have got ihc right idea. n Bcnncton, an Italian-based clo- n thing store, traveled across the At- s lantic Ocean- and hit the United tl We Pool, Ping Poi Putting Games, S T A r\ I TV ir\ 1 ft k i wo iu i vo ana ivi 75c Draft all the time $: Live Bands every While you're at the the place where all $2.00 Margaurita ABC regulations '60s S Hair lo< By KATHY HEBERGER Copy Desk Chief The straight hair look of the '60s is back in fashion for the spring as men and women look for hairstyles to suit the warm weather and busy lifestyles. Local hairstylists say customers arc requesting hairstyles sported by Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and Elvis in the '60s. "For women, we're doing more bouffant hairstyles, creating that nxeu iook. Men want tneir nair shorter on the sides and longer on op," Fred Hotchkiss, owner of California Concepts on Devine Street n Five Points, said. The short men's hairstyles of the 50s are also popular requests this ipring. "As soon as it gets hot, that ;pring fever hits, and everybody, ispecially guys, want it short," Wanda Davis, stylist at Carolina itylcs in the Russell House, said. Women are opting for the traight hair look, whether it's long i brings Ti "O slates by storm in 1985 with stylsh clothing and fashionable prices. Trisha Hilburn, owner of Bcnelon's, 2067 Blossom St., said nosi of her customers are collcgci g e students and young irofessionals. On the heels of spring and sumncr, Hilbum said most of her cus;>mcrs will be wearing the "untructured," or casual, look during ie next six months. / V' - r ^? no PLACE LIKE ir ig, Darts, huffle Board, lunchie Menu... 2 Vodka all the time Wed. & Fri. beach come to the locals go... all the time enforced tyle Dks straighi or short. Popular short staight hair styles this spring are the bobs, flips and wedges. Long, straight hail with the sleek, smooth appearance of Oriental hair is also in fashion this year. "Women arc wanting hairstyles that are more manageable and easier to handle," Chris Tolliver, owner of Tolliver's School of Barber Styling, said. Tolliver said weaving, or the process of adding hair for length, uiaiv^d uau iiivjiv maintenance 1 ice. Kim Goodwinc Underwood, owner of Goodwine & Company on Decker Boulevard, agreed that the process is in demand. "With the longer hair, they can pull it back in a pony tail or just wear it straight," she said. Her company specializes in hairweaving apd extension braiding. Hairstylists also said they're seeing a trend Tor chemical treatment to change the texture or color of hair. Highlighting and frosting arc popular springtime requests, talian flai "The biggest hit will be oversized tops and fashion bottoms," she said. Because of its comfortable fit, large cotton tops will be in high demand, she said. As lor this year's hottest colors, Hilburn is banking on constant winners such as navy blue and white, but also added hot pink and bright yellow will be top sellers. She also said mint green and r s :\:-Ax*r- ; ?? ' t f l\v ' 'j;-v Six-Acre Lake Clubhouse Pool/Jacuzzi Tennis Courts Fitness Trail Boardwalks Boating Cable included ter, simpler As soon that spi and everybo< guys, wants Wanda Davi Davis said. Stylists said permanent waves and curls are still in demand, bul ' that people are opting for loosei curls and a more natural look. Haircuts and styling, weaving permanents and other chemical treatments are available for the following prices at these establishments: Carplina Styles, Russell House. Men and women's r.nfs nnrl s?vl. ing, $10 to $16, frosting and highlighting, about $25, depending on length and treatment needed. California Concept, 2126 Devine St. in Five Points. Men's trim, r to fashi light blue will be making a fashion comeback. Men are not frequent Benneton patrons because the store usually caters to women. "Our biggest draw is college women," she said. Although the recession has been a constant worry for much of the nation, Hilburn said it really has not affected the young adult population in terms of buying fashions. T-i < t cxtraora Charbo] . ::?K . .. j "J*" ~ ~ v 252-1000 1&2 Bdrm. Apts /*^Y (CHARBONNEAU) On Stoneridge Rd. off Greystone Blv for spring as it gets hot, ring fever hits, iy, especially it short.' is, stylist at Carolina Styles SIO, styling, $15, women's cuts and styling, $16, S17, $18, perms, $30 and up. Tolliver's School of Barber Styling, 2300 Taylor St. Cuts, $5, perms, $22.50, weaving and extenI sion braiding, about $35 to $50, depending on desired length, style complexity and use of natural or synthetic hair. Trenholm Road Design Center, 4039 Trenholm Road. Men's cut and styling, $15, women's cut and styling, $25, perms, $70. Goodwine & Company/ 1804 Decker Boulevard. Hairweaving, S55 to $450. on scene She said she has not seen a major decline among her customer purchases, where prices range between SI8 and $39. This Saturday, Hilburn's new Bcnneton store will be holding a Grand Opening sale with the help of radio station WMFX-FM, FOX 102. Clothing sales, gift certificates and compact discs are among some of the ihings Benneton will be offering. inarilv ? nneau * '. ,y.y.: W* Fireplaces Quarry Tile Washer and dryers in each apt Miniblinds Screened porches ,a porches _ _ CB-Illl