Shannon O’ Donnell wasn’ t always into fashion. She was known to wear a baggy hoodie and beat up vans every day, but all of that changed and she gained a new perspective in a summer spent with her grandmother.“ She opened up my view of clothing and different ways to accent it with jewelry, hair, and makeup. Low and behold; it was a new me!”
In high school, Shannon says her style was on the preppy side, then when she hit college, her style changed again! She became so passionate and expressive about her new style that she would dress up, more than her old usual, every day! People would ask her“ Why do you dress up just to go to class?” To which she says,“ That’ s just the way I am.” She describes her style as being“ urbanesque” and having“ a laid back feeling, but still strong enough to make a statement.”
It’ s no surprise to see that Shannon has great style, when you learn how creative she is. She is going to the University of West Florida to get her BFA in Graphic Design. She then aspires to be an interior designer, with her dream job being fashion designer( a career in which, there is no doubt she would soar!)
Shannon draws inspiration while working at Cotton On and also through magazines, TV, pinterest, and her friends.
Shannon gave us these shopping tips to share with you.“ Have fun while you’ re shopping!” and“ You would never know what colors, shape, cut, or style could look on you without just simply trying it on. Be strong and just try it on!”
Shannon wraps up our interview saying,“ I hope you all enjoy seeing all the fierce fashion coming your way.”
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