Fashion: Super '08

Vita.mn's New Year's Eve party at the Varsity was a perfect chance to dress fancy while emphasizing individuality.

August 17, 2012 at 9:11PM
Clockwise from top - Janna Langeberg, Jared Leier, Robyn Kuechle and Jessi Dery
Clockwise from top - Janna Langeberg, Jared Leier, Robyn Kuechle and Jessi Dery (Margaret Andrews/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Janna Langeberg

21, hairstylist What were you wearing? The dress is Bebe, the jacket is from H&M and the shoes are Naughty Monkey.

Describe your style: Sexy and fun.

How many parties did you hit on New Year's Eve? The Varsity was the No. 1 spot on my list.

How do you handle dressing up in cold weather? It's New Year's! Regardless of the weather, you gotta look hot!

Jared Leier

22, hairstylist What were you wearing? A sweet hand-tailored suit I found at a thrift store five years ago. I think it was Don Johnson's.

Describe your style: Slightly tacky, slightly dirty, all class.

How many parties did you hit on New Year's Eve? Only two.

How do you handle dressing up in cold weather? Lots of layers and thick socks. Sometimes toughing the cold is worth it.

Robyn Kuechle

26, server/vintage retail What were you wearing? The rainbow disco dress, belt, jewels, clutch and leg warmers are all vintage pieces from Tatters. The shoes are from Heartbreaker.

Describe your style: Eclectically inspired by playing "pretty, pretty."

How many parties did you hit on New Year's Eve? Three and a half.

How do you handle dressing up in cold weather? A full-body snowsuit and plenty of whiskey.

Jessi Dery

25, makeup artist/stylist What were you wearing? A dress from Tatters, a belt from my mom's closet and Kenzie shoes from Macy's.

Describe your style: I love costumes.

How many parties did you hit on New Year's Eve? Just one.

How do you handle dressing up in cold weather? Tights and long sleeves. Trying new things and seeing what works.

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