Claire Hanan - The Official Website for Claire - Journalist, Publisher & Mizzou Grad

I leave for New York. Before then I have to copy edit an article for Ladies Home Journal, create a wonderful concept for a magazine (with mission statement and web plan), and flesh out my six book pitches.

Also, I must pack. How many pairs shoes are too many for six weeks (but hopefully more)?  15? 20? Hello, extra baggage fees, and a big thanks to my dear friends at AirTran.

While we're chatting shoes, these little leather j.crew footsies would look good on just about any leg shape. The scooping ankle strap is low enough that it won't make the leg look shorter or awkwardly segmented. They're so cute, I'd take them in both colors.

So this genius decided to take three weekend one-credit classes to ease up her week. While this seemed fine at the time, I didn't consider how much fun I would have spending 12 hours learning software I already know how to use. So, dear readers, I give you a spread I made in about ten minutes. I had March's Harper's Bazaar next to me so it kind of served as inspiration. Plus, I had to catch up on NYMag's coverage of London's fashion week, hence the runway shot.

All of the pieces in this spread are heavy in texture and detailing. Black with sparkle was the predominant theme, and I think this will continue to be a trend for many Fall seasons to come.

One trend that I hope will never die is the ballerina-theme, most often seen in  chiffon tops, rosette purses, and simple flats. The beloved Spring contrast between the baby-girl pink and military couture is equally interesting and complements basically every skin tone.

So, although this post began about my InDesign class, this is essentially what I thought about all day. In my mind, these are the real lessons.

Update: Today we made books.