College Fashionista

Spring is here again, which undoubtedly means the return of color. Along with the spring flowers, wardrobes are in bloom with bright, bold hues. Whether you’re one to wear the rainbow or prefer just a touch of color, bright clothes are a must this spring.

This week’s Fashionista takes color to…

Nautical stripes made the transition from trend to fashion staple long ago. The sporty, chic and simply timeless stripes are the chameleon of prints. They are able to sneak in just about anywhere to add a bit of graphic interest. We have been seeing nautical inspired stripes everywhere this…

Spring break is upon us. While that means many are indulging in cheerful warm weather looks, not everyone is lucky enough to escape the Midwest weather. For those who are sticking around home this spring break, a coat is still very much a necessity. Black puffer coats and heavy pea coats bring…

Your closet may be full of different types of prints - stripes, polka dots, floral, animal prints, but you probably only wear one print at a time. The hoopla surrounding which prints can and cannot be mixed has created a lot of confusion leaving most Fashionistas sticking with what they know. But…

New York Fashion Week wrapped up on the 17th, leaving all of us fashion nerds buzzing with new ideas and inspirations to incorporate into our own wardrobes. Among the sheer fabrics, polka dots, bright red palettes and fur, the styles of the '70s stood out on the runway.

Halston showed…

Everyone is ready to put away the winter clothes for some lighter spring items, but let’s not get too ahead of ourselves. We paid our dues to winter with a huge blizzard followed by frigid below zero temperatures. I’m thinking we deserve a break, but I know better than to assume cold weather is…

I’ve never been vey fond of traditional backpacks. They’re too big, too sporty and too reminiscent of elementary school. Sometimes if I need to carry many books, a backpack comes in handy, but otherwise a tote or large purse is my bag of choice. The beauty of a large purse or satchel is that it…

Now that the spring semester is in full swing, schoolwork is starting to pile up - meaning, for most students, fashion has become a low priority. Of course, school should be every student’s main concern, but that doesn’t mean fashion must be ignored completely. Dressing smart will give you…