My School Rocks! 2014-04 Arlene Goldstein | Page 31

the second that things happen, does it make your job harder or easier? AG: I think that everybody is so much smarter. Everyone is exposed to so much. The world is flat. Everyone has access to information, so it takes more to be an expert. From my vantage point, I want to just make sure that I have a point of view that is based on the gathering of a lot of information, and then I look and see what’s right for Belk. Jodi: What do you want elementary school students to know about fashion? AG: Just look in the mirror and feel good about what you’re pulling together. There aren’t a lot of rules now. Don’t be afraid to be yourself and to personalize your look in a way that really works for you, because fashion is about fun. www.myschoolrocks.com | My School Rocks! 31