What to Wear Freshman Year- a Style Guide
Entering high school is very challenging. You are faced with new and harder classes, a new school building, new teachers, and new students. You are also faced with challenge of creating yourself into a new, more mature person. So, is it time to trade in that Aeropostale for Forever 21? Should you venture out to explore your own style, or should you follow the trends?
As a freshman, you will experience a journey into your own individuality. The days of religiously following trends to fit in are should fading away from your life. It’s a time of independence and finding yourself. You should really take advantage of it with your style! Now is the time to hunt around to find what clothes you feel comfortable in. There are many popular styles to try out. Some include preppy, athletic, grunge/alternative/hipster, bohemian, and punk. These are just a few and there are many variations of the styles. Always put your own twist into it!
If you feel like you fit into a preppier style, Sperry shoes, Toms, Chacos, Vineyard Vines clothes, cardigans, and button- up shirts would be some nice basics to keep in your closet. For guys, polos, khakis, and cargo shorts. Forever 21, H&M, Gap, Nautica, and Old Navy are some other good stores to fit a preppy wardrobe.
If you want to achieve a bohemian or beachy vibe, PacSun is a popular store. Some popular styles you can find there are printed tops, skirts, shorts, and pants. Crystal necklaces are also a popular trend, which can be found Earthbound and various online stores such as Nomadic Store. A popular theme in bohemian is moon and sun printed items.
If you want to achieve a grunge style, some essential fashion items include Dr. Marten boots, flannels, high waisted shorts, shorts with tights, tattoo chokers, and even overalls are making a come back! A popular store to look at to achieve your style would be the Bunker in Westport. It is a local Kansas City Sore and it is much cheaper than stores like Urban Outfitters and American Apparel. If you want to achieve a genuine grunge look, keep in mind that thrift stores are always an option!
If you are a true punk rocker at heart, Hot Topic is a great place to shop! You can find band tees, combat boots and ripped jeans! Vans shoes are a good option for shoes.
If you like that cute-yet comfy athletic look, try Nike shoes, cute athletic leggings, and don’t forget your North spirit wear!
These are just a few fashion basics, and styles, but don’t feel confined to one style! Try some out and see what you like! High school is a time to discover yourself and your style! Go nuts!