Portland’s Pretty: What? Another Skate Event? – Portland’s Pretty

Pictures by Marissa Sullivan @portlandspretty

Don’t fear, guys—I’ve lastly realized that it’s formally time to combine issues up. However whereas my final couple of articles have been surf- and skate-themed, the seasons are about to vary, and so will the vibe of Portland’s Fairly. Fall’s the time for trend exhibits and indoor occasions… possibly you’ll even see a shawl? I’m kinda inquisitive about what y’all are fascinated by sporting when the climate adjustments. Me, I’m glad plaid pants have returned (examine and herringbone). I’m loving the dad sneaker… nonetheless. And because of skateboarder Nora Vasconcellos, the colour lavender is again and it ain’t goin’ nowhere. I plan on protecting it saggy this fall… skinnies are completed, whereas big-ass sweaters and coats are going to be a staple, in addition to looser bottoms. Lastly, I believe I would lastly soar on this teddy coat factor… ’trigger shearling coats don’t appear to be leaving both. Hopefully, I’ll see Portland sporting a few of these within the months to come back, so I can snap ya up! However earlier than then, let’s have a look at the type at one final summer time skate occasion—the CCS Invitational Professional Skate Contest and Carnival. A few of the largest names in skateboarding had been there, however the one two I care to say are my private faves, Elissa Steamer and Nora. There have been a couple of modern women rocking biker shorts, AKA the summer time pattern that doesn’t appear to be catching on in Portland the way in which I believed it could. However have a look for your self! It was enjoyable and sizzling—like, weather-wise. However I gladly soaked it up, as a result of I do know lately will probably be gone all too quickly. xoxo PP