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Studying Abroad: European vs. American Style

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

After several months traveling around Europe, mostly staying in Dublin, I have seen a whole new type of style that is very different to trends in the US.  Some of it is seen in the States, but on a smaller scale. And it’s not just the gals either. At the bottom I have added links to several brands that may interest you! Enjoy!!

 

  1. Black, Black, Black!

Now it may be the season, but most Europeans do not wear very bright and bold patterned clothing. There are a lot of neutral colors. In the office there are mostly all black, light pinks, or creams and beige in an outfit. Rarely do you see very much neon unless it is for a special event.

 

 

  1. Tight-er Pants

Most girls feel comfortable in tighter pants, but so do European guys. In my opinion, it is a lot more flattering for men to wear fitted pants. This specific trend is slowly coming to the US.

  1. Oxfords

This isn’t only for the gents. Women have begun to wear Oxfords again as a casual or business shoe, much like the trend in the 80s and 90s. They pair well with a cute dress, skinny jeans, or slacks.

 

  1. Business…With Tennis Shoes

Much like New York City, the women in town wear tennis shoes with their business clothes and then change to heels when they arrive at work. It took me a while to get used to seeing, but comfort is key! I have seen that no matter where people are going, they seem to always be well dressed. You don’t typically see anyone in sweatpants or t-shirts unless they are on the way to the gym. Business casual is the typical style in the city because it is versatile. It is perfect for work, as well as going for drinks after.

 

 

A Few of my Favs:

  • Zara a Spanish retailer that was established in 1974 in A Coruña, Spain, www.zara.com

  • Dunnes Stores headquartered in Dublin and established in 1944. The store is fabulous with clothing for men, women, and children, as well as a home, grocery store, and off-licensed (liquor) section, www.dunnesstores.com

  • Marks and Spencer which is a British retailer of London and established in 1884. M&S also has clothing, home, and grocery sections. www.marksandspencer.com

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Staff Writer/Social Media TeamSenior mass communication major from Pawleys Island, South Carolina. In my spare time, you can find me at the local coffee shop writing. :)Instagram and Twitter @HannahLStrong 
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Catherine is an ambitious twenty-something woman living in Rock Hill, South Carolina where she attends Winthrop University as a mass communication major. She is the President and Campus Correspondent for Her Campus at Winthrop, which she co-founded in November 2014. She has also been a member of the Winthrop chapter of the Association for Women in Communications, and is currently the President of the Society of Professional Journalists chapter at Winthrop. Since being involved with Her Campus, Catherine received an internship at Her Campus Media in Boston, MA. She also currently works as a Chapter Advisor for the company and writes about Grey's Anatomy each week for the site. Because of Her Campus, she has also received writing positions at many publications throughout her 3 years at Winthrop. Outside of her busy lifestyle, Catherine enjoys relaxing with her friends on the weekends and having Sex and the City marathons. She can't live without her dog, family, Cosmopolitan, friends, Starbucks, Instagram, The Bachelor, Grey's Anatomy and of course Chick-fil-A. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter: @cathclowe!