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STYLE FILE

SXSW Style NATTY NETWORKING
Make connections and great
first impressions by teaming
high-waist, light-wash
Make a Sartorial Splash at Austin’s Premier Event denim with a graphic tee, a
By Liz Feezor smart sneaker and an armful
of bangles and other eclectic
jewelry to create a look that’s
Professional stylist and native Austinite Raquel a true departure from
Greer Gordian knows how to effortlessly and styl- daytime and is still
ishly navigate the bustling South by Southwest event-appropriate.
experience. This annual event is her time to shine
as she pulls out all the stops to create killer looks
for clients attending it.
“SXSW has become this magnetic event for
creative people around the world. It’s one of the
most interesting times to watch fashion in Austin
because you see what’s happening in New York,
San Francisco, Los Angeles, and that influences
us here in Texas.”
Her number-one style tip for SXSW? “Don’t
be afraid to get eclectic!” she advises. “You will
come across thousands of people from different
ages, professions, and geographies. It’s the perfect

You want to convey that

you’re forward-thinking,

and you express that visually

by being fashion-forward.

opportunity to get creative in your closet and
experiment with your look.”
Gordian has created four looks to inspire
Waterways readers to make their own chic mark
on this year’s 10-day affair.

SXSW CONFERENCE
The daytime is filled with panel discussions, key- PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRANDI NELLIS. CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES ALL MODEL’S OWN.
note addresses and networking opportunities
galore, so minimalist, intentional clothing choices
fit the bill. A mock turtleneck bodysuit paired
with a high-waisted trouser creates a modern,
streamlined silhouette. A snakeskin block-heel
shoe gives the look a Western edge befitting
SXSW’s Texas roots. “You want to convey that >>

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