Fashion
on a college budget
By Jasmine Caldwell and Samantha Stacy Photos by Lance Kriesch
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any college students are looking to update their wardrobe while sticking to a budget. Designer brand clothes are not exactly budget-friendly when having to worry about purchasing textbooks. Staying trendy without breaking the bank might seem impossible, but it’s not! One option for students to update their closet is to look for that one special piece that can be worn in multiple ways, and that one piece doesn’t have to be expensive. Shopping at thrift stores, consignment shops or discounted stores like T.J.Maxx can help you achieve the looks that you want for much less. All of the items that we’ve included are budget-friendly and under $30 each. A mid-length leopard print coat, which has been all the rage the past year, makes a fun, playful, but stylish statement. You’ll been seen from miles away. You might think you look like you have disco balls attached to your feet, but sparkly shoes can make you shine in the best way possible. Bandanas, one of the most versatile fashion accessories, aren't just reserved for cowboys. When tied around the straps of a bag or through the belt loops of your jeans, they add something special without being too much. Mules are a comfy and stylish slide alternative. Many designer brands like Gucci and Prada have their own cult versions, but instead of dishing out hundreds of dollars to achieve this effortless footwear look, cheaper alternatives are available. All of these looks have different variations and can be customized to everyone’s unique personal styles.
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