MAKE THE GRADE Whether your style leans classic or rebellious, you’ll earn top marks by knowing the season’s standout trends.
Sure, you’re not getting a letter grade on your fashion sense—but that doesn’t mean it’s not being put to the test. Whether you’re giving a presentation in English class or in the boardroom, navigating high school hallways or office corridors, grabbing smoothies after soccer practice or heading out for an upscale dinner, your style often shapes that all-important first impression. Fortunately, this season’s trends make earning a fashion “A-plus” easier than ever. Here are five looks that strike a balance between classic and cool.
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