Campus Fashion

By Sydney Bennett

Five tips on dressing in a way that makes you feel both confident and comfortable in the classroom!

1. Know Your Comfort Level
When wearing clothes, it is always important to keep your comfort as a top priority. In a classroom setting especially, wearing clothes that will cause any type of discomfort can be a personal distraction. Everyone does not have the same level of comfort. Some people might be comfortable in tight skinny jeans, while others might find the pants style to be quite irritating. Know what works best for you, and you will feel and look your best!

2. Color Your World
Certain people tend to shy away from bright colors for different reasons, but colors are your friends! Not only do colors brighten up the atmosphere, they could easily help you stand out in a classroom setting. The same grey hoodies and black shorts can look as tired as you do after pulling an all-nighter. Try on different colors and patterns to see which ones you prefer.
Also, be aware that different seasons attract different color groups. However,do not let this limit you. Brighten up your day with colors!

3. Accessorize
People familiar with fashion realize the difference a few accessories can make. Accessories to clothes are what condiments are to food. They can bring out potentials of an outfit and take the look up a notch or two. Whether it is jewelry, headwear or the bag used to carry books in. Utilize them all as a way to uniquely express your style. Currently, one popular accessory trend is the “nerd glasses.” They are worn with and without prescription. So, not only would you be wearing a fashion trend, you would also fit the image of a studious college student.

4. Dresses and Skirts
Fortunately for women and girls, wearing dresses and skirts is socially accepted. Not only are the clothing styles sophisticated, but they are also often quick and easy to put on. Having something like that to wear could help save time before a morning class. When it is warmer outside, dresses
like the thin and colorful maxi style or sundresses can be worn. In the current winter season, thick or thin dresses can be worn with leggings and a jacket to create a stylish look that also feels snug.

5. Show School Spirit
A common trend students follow here at SXU is wearing the SXU gear. While the prices are not the most affordable for most college students, the sweatpants and hoodies are one of the most comfortable looks. Though I encourage representation of SXU with the clothing sold at the
bookstore, I also always encourage creativity. Make sure to take notice of the clothing items sold in colors different from the usual grey. Also, make the SXU gear your own by adding accessorizes or incorporating clothes that you already have! With hoodless sweatshirts you can create the fun 80’s off the shoulder look by cutting the top of your sweatshirt.

Always remember that fashion is about you and what styles you like the best. With the perspective that creating an outfit is a fun activity, rather than a chore, an appearance can be created that you can take pride in. After all, fashion does not stop here; it follows you into your work force and allows an entirely new chance to show who you are.

Sydney Bennett is a junior from Chicago, Illinois. She is a Mass Communications major with minors in both Sociology and Art & Design. She is President of Ambassador's for Christ(AFC) and a member of their Gospel choir at Saint Xavier.