We all want to look stylish and put together when we leave the house but let’s face it, sometimes it’s difficult to look like we haven’t just rolled out of bed and straight into a lecture. Here are our top 5 back to school basics for looking your best without breaking the bank!
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Skinny jeans
Let’s face it – when you have an 8am start, you’re not always in the mood to get all glammed up for class and just want to curl up in a pair of reliable leggings. Add style to your outfit without comprising comfort by swapping your leggings with skinny jeans to make it look like you made an effort, and kick the stylish factor up a notch.
Snuggly cardigan
On those crisp, chilly mornings sometimes we never want to leave the comfort of our warm beds. The snuggly cardigan is the perfect substitute in lieu of toting your doona around campus. A textured or patterned cardi is a total no-brainer way of finishing off a simple outfit and will keep you warm when the AC is blasting during lectures.
Black boots
Ageless and practical, black boots are a closet staple for students. Whether it’s dressing down a dress or dressing up a simple t-shirt and jeans look, they go with absolutely everything! Plus, they are sensibly comfy shoes – perfect for stomping around campus on those busy school days.
Boyfriend jeans/Distressed denim
Change up your usual blue jeans for the boyfriend or distressed denim style to add interest and edginess to your look. Super comfortable and always in vogue, the ripped look needs to be thrown into your rotation.
T-shirt dress
If you love the freedom of dresses but think they’re too OTT for class, then let us introduce you to the T-Shirt or smock dress. Pair with simple accessories and sandals during the warmer seasons, or tights and cosy scarf for the chillier months – the T-Shirt dress is a versatile basic to dress up or down for school.
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