December marks the beginning of a contagious ailment we all are likely to encounter—the winter blues. Temperatures drop and make us want to curl up in bed all day and be lazy, and at the same time we have finals week coming up which forces us to do the exact opposite. As you prepare for subzero walks to the library, followed by hours of concentrated studying, it tends to be so much easier to reach for that sweatshirt, Uggs and puffer. BUT, collegiettes, instead of giving in to the winter blues, dress them up with blues you will want to incorporate into your wardrobe that can also keep you warm and cozy at the library.
Substitute the Sweatshirt
All inhibition flies out the window as the winter blues creep up on us, and we tend to lose our fashion sense. There are many ways to replace a sweatshirt in your library ensemble that are just as comfortable and no less effort to wear. Add a cute top with jeans or leggings and you will receive an A+ in dressing for success!
– Free People: http://www.freepeople.com/whats-new-clothes/chunky-oversized-pullover/_/CMPAGEID/Cat%3A%20clothes%3A%20Refine%20%233/
-H&M: http://www.hm.com/us/product/13880?article=13880-A
-Urban Outfitters: http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=29579992&parentid=W_TOPS
Avoid the Puffer
There are so many variations of winter jacket styles and we get such little time to wear them. Don’t get caught wearing the same boring puffer everywhere this winter! Two simple and stylish ways to revamp a winter jacket is embracing color and texture, such as leather and cobalt.
-J.Crew: http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/outerwear/woolpufferjackets/PRDOVR~18597/18597.jsp
-H&M: http://www.hm.com/us/product/09469?article=09469-A
Say “Ugh” to Uggs
I can confidently say that 90% of people who wear Uggs do not actually think they are a cute style for a boot, yet they are usually the main temptation to resist when the winter blues strike. However, a more structured boot can tie together your whole outfit, and while cold weather can put a cramp in your style there are many other warm boots that can be worn instead!