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Splurge or Save: February Edition

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Carleton chapter.

 
This winter, don’t waste your hard-earned cash on just anything – be in style with 100% Carleton loved items!
 
Splurge: 

Cut across the muddy quad in Hunter’s stylish rubber boots. You’ll make it to class in less time (bonus!), and can even splash in the puddles in front of Russell while your friends need to use another exit. Long lasting and durable, these puppies will last you all through your university years and beyond!

Price: 149.99 at Soft Moc

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Want to make a splash on campus this winter? These Aldo rubber boots are a steal, and one of this season’s hottest items. Forget the suede Uggs this season, we promise your feet will NOT get soaked on that long trek from Residence Commons to Dunton Tower in these. And if they’re a little chilly, no problem – rubber boots have enough space for several pairs of wool socks underneath. Now that’s university-level problem solving.

Price: $45.00 at Aldo

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So your parents are on your case about making smart decisions and long-term investments, huh? Fear not, we hear at HC Carleton are here to help!  The Chilliwack Bomber jacket by Canada Goose is not only a great way to stay in style through the winter months, but it’s warm too! Investment? We think so! Parents still not sold? Just explain that your reasoning for buying the jacket was the ample pockets, and how excited you are to store your notes there. Lots and lots of notes.

Price: $267.99 at www.parka-store.com 

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This American Eagle Puffer Jacket is not only super stylish but less than half the price of a Goose for all you frugalistas out there! With a fitted shape to flatter curves and a bright blue lining, this versatile coat can take you across campus or even across the city. It also sports a warm faux fur lining to keep out the frigid Ottawa winter air.

Price: $80.00 at American Eagle Stores
 
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Splurge:

Let’s be honest here, most of you have bought leggings in bulk before. The rush of seeing them on sale for $10 is insanity. You end up coming home with four or five pairs. And then, when you’re feeling all smug with your purchases and decide to wear a pair the next day, they rip. And you’re left standing there with your butt showing. You tell yourself that nobody noticed but come on now…everybody did.
This could have been avoided if you had splurged on some LuluLemon leggings. We’ll admit they don’t have the nicest price tag but they’ll last you years if you treat them right.

Price: $78.00 at LuluLemon stores
 
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Prove to the boys just how tough you are through the Ottawa winter and look good doing it. These tights are sweet, sassy, and best worn on the days you stay in the tunnels. Pair these with black booties and a sweater dress for the ultimate winter chic look.

Price: $12.00 at Aldo stores
 

Jasmine Williams is a fourth-year Journalism major, pursuing a minor in Film Studies at Carleton University. An internship at a recently launched online magazine prepared her for her new, exciting role as Campus Correspondent for Carleton University. She is never too far away from her iPhone and in her spare time, you can find her scrolling through various tumblr blogs while listening to Kings of Leon. After university, she hopes to pursue a career in online journalism.