The first day of school is always exciting because it’s the first time you’re seeing most of your peers and friends in weeks. While I’m sure no one has pulled a complete Mia Thermopolis-esque makeover, it never hurts to put a little more effort into your look.
Whether it’s for your own personal mood boost or to make a good impression with your professor, here are 15 stylish first day of school looks to inspire you to put your best (and most fashionable) foot forward this semester.
1— Dust off your bookbag or head out and grab a new one ’cause school is about to be back in session. (Photo via @riaxla)
2—Overalls are making a comeback this season, especially in denim! Try wearing a sweater underneath or a cute jacket over top with a lightweight shirt underneath. (Photo via @californiachloe)
3—If you’re lucky to go to school in the warmer states, don’t be afraid to layer your favorite summer pieces, like dresses, with some of your winter staples. (Photo via @rachel_leigh55)   
4—Black is the new black and looks good on everything; from chokers to sneakers, and even leather bookbags. (Photo Via @torinergaard)
5—Make a statement with a pair of printed booties. They are the ultimate finishing touch for any laid back look and can take almost any outfit to the next level. (Photo via @lacysears)
6—There’s no such thing as too dressed up for the first day back so go big (or mini) with a leather skirt. (Photo via @_isabel_gutierrez_)
7—Take a fashion lesson from the best (and by that, we mean Kylie Jenner, obviously). Throwing on a pair of over-the-knee boots with your comfiest oversized shirt and jacket for an elevated sweats look. (Photo via @dtbawazir)
8—You can also keep it simple with jeans a white tee for a more classic first day of school look. (Photo via @typicaltuyen)
9—Velvet is going to be all over campus this semester. So for an on-trend look that is slightly more unique, try searching for pieces that utilize this fabric in unexpected ways (like these overalls). (Photo via @jennafishelberg)
10—Running short on time? A fedora is a simple way to add personality to your favorite go-to look. (Photo via @alannalabrutto)
11—One of the best accessories you can have on the first day of school is a smile. So find a jacket that expresses that same sense of excitement, thrill and “you got this” attitude. (Photo via @samanthaneira)
12—Over-the-knee boots shouldn’t saved for GNOs. Try wearing them with a pair of lightweight pants or jeans with a sweater for a more chic, everyday look. (Photo via @haileynw98)
13—Spice things up with layers. I suggest investing in a few really good basic tops. You can layer them with anything from shirts that should be lingerie to velvet tanks, and even summer dresses. Photo via @shelbyshowell
14—Wanna show more of an edgier side on your first day back? You’ll definitely want to throw on your go-to leather jacket and show this semester whose boss. (Photo via @cassleighm)
15—Want to make sure this semester is bomb.com? Then a bomber is a no brainer for a casual cool look that we’ll score an A+ in style. (Photo via @er_rica)
