MY LITTLE SISTER IS STARTING AT A 4-YEAR UNIVERSITY IN THE FALL!!!!
That being said, I've had college style on my mind lately. Specifically, how I remember wanting to look pulled together while still being *comfortable*. You're busy enough between classes, studying, and holding a job that you need a 'no fuss' solution for your wardrobe. Mixing and matching becomes ESSENTIAL and your budget is typically tight.
::especially if you've been saving up some of your hard earned dough for 50c beer night!::
The other day I stumbled across the following depiction of the modern College Girl's go-to wardrobe..
And thought to myself how right they were.
I love leggings and if they were more professional I would still wear them everyday.
Cardigan is a must as you never know what temperature your next class is going to be.
Comfy T? YES, YES, YES! Workout, Sleep, Class.. this is a staple in every young woman's closet.
Comfortable shoes for walking around campus.
And of course some good ol' chapstick and headbands to keep those fly-aways in check when you've been leaning over books for hours at a time.
J's report of the Images pictured above:
Petite Black Ponte Panel Leggings $36 - Topshop
Felicity V-NECK T-SHIRT $75 - Reiss
QSW Storm Stripe Cascade Cardigan $94 - Quiksilver
TOMS 'Classic' Glitter Slip-On (Women) $53 - Nordstrom
Paisley & Floral Headband $2 - Forever 21
Burt's Bees Pomegranate Lip Balm $3 - Smallflower
Without hesitation I forwarded the article to my little sister, Mari, who replied
"super cute but not really for in a college budget! lol(: "
WOW. I hadn't even stopped to notice the prices... sans the $2 headbands and $3 chapstick this list is overkill for what I believe most college students consider affordable!
So I decided to re-vamp the look FOR LESS.
{Look for Less after the JUMP!}
