This year at Lehigh, the snow gods have been on our side. We have had more snow days, “ice days”, and 2-hour delays than we can remember ever having before.
Snow days are great. They are an excuse to lie in bed all day and pretend that work doesn’t exist. However, that’s not all snow days are good for. Lehigh students, being the party animals that they are, have coined the term “SnowCos” this year—which basically is an excuse to have a day party during a snow day. (SnowCos= Snow Cocktails)
While it may be nice to lounge around in sweatpants on snow days, venturing outside and meeting up with friends can be a great way to spend the day off. Here are a few fashion tips to keep in mind whether you are heading to “SnowCos” or even the library:
1. Boots—It all starts with a great pair of boots. With the snow piling up, it is essential to wear boots that will protect your feet from the cold and not get ruined by the water. I have seen Lehigh students get creative with their footwear on snow days. Whether you are into the classic L.L. Bean ‘Bean Boot’, simple Hunter rain boots, or fur-trimmed Sorel boots, it is possible to make clunky waterproof boots look fashionable. Try wearing them with some comfy high socks or colorful pants!
2. Headgear—With the wind blowing strong and snow falling fast, it can be hard to brave the outdoors without proper headgear. However, while wearing a warm, winter hat seems like it would be a fashion no-no, Lehigh students have proved me wrong. I have seen students wearing super cute headbands, hats, and even earmuffs that look trendy and block the cold.
3. Scarves—Last but not least, the scarf. Every outfit can be made complete by throwing on a cute scarf. In the cold weather, scarves not only look fashionable, but keep you warm as well. Lehigh students have been spotted wearing everything from chunky knits to patterned infinity scarves. The possibilities are endless with scarves, and I definitely recommend tossing one on before embarking on your snow day adventures.
Stay warm AND fashionable, Lehigh!