Wardrobe warrior for Zenobia West, at her home in San Antonio, Texas on Wednesday, April 25, 2007. Alicia Wagner Calzada | 210SA Contributor

Comfortable, confident and courageous — that's what Zenobia West says her clothes reveal about her.

“My wardrobe changes every three months or so,” said the 22-year-old merchandise associate for Macy's. “When it comes to fashion, I like to take risks; my friends always tell me I look good, but that they could never wear what I do.”

A December 2006 graduate of the fashion design program at the University of the Incarnate Word, West puts her sewing skills to work when her body craves something unique.

“I like clothes that are edgy, fresh and new,” she said. “If I can't find what I'm looking for in a store, I'll make it myself.”

“This was the first thing I made in college. I think my instructor was a little shocked at the sight of them. They're a little on the wild side, but I love them. I bought more flame fabric to make a matching top.”

Get personal
 
“When it comes to accessories, I like to keep it simple, so I usually wear my cartouche pendant every day. My dad gave it to me 12 years ago; he bought it in Hungary. It has my name in hieroglyphics on the other side.”

Jacket required
 
“I love long jackets, and this one I just had to have; I bought it when Foley's was still around. It looks great with trousers or with jeans and a tank top.” 

Sneak peek

“Since I'm on my feet a lot for work I prefer to wear sneakers, but not just any sneakers; they have to be fun and different. These are my absolute favorites because they're cool and sleek and so very comfortable.”

 
Dependable denim

“I have a difficult time finding jeans that are long enough as well as comfortable and stylish. Victoria's Secret is one of the few retailers that offers longer inseams. I bought these over a year ago for only $34 and, considering I wear them all the time, they still look good. Of course, I wash them inside out and I never put them in the dryer.”

In a cinch
 
“I'm a sucker for long, skinny scarves and belts. This is my new favorite — it's just so pretty!”
 
Jeanie Tavitas-Williams | 210SA contributor