Winter break is over and it is freezing out. These two facts alone make finding motivation to get dressed in the morning slightly more difficult.
But our Style Gurus are always up for a challenge. These fashion rockstars are making the best of the new semester. And that nasty weather? Just another opportunity to layer on more fashionable pieces!
So instead of grabbing those sweats, start the semester off on a fashionable foot (and by wearing proper pants). Take a look at what our Style Gurus are wearing for the first day of class and be inspired to make this semester a #RAD one!
Ally Rohmann
School: Providence College
Year/Major: MBA Student/Finance/Marketing
What’s important to you in a first day of spring semester outfit? You only get one opportunity to make a first impression, and I believe that fashion plays a large role. Taking the extra time to throw on a dress and boots shows my professor that I am organized and take their class seriously.
Kamila Jambulatova
School: University of Missouri-Columbia
Year/Major: Senior/Convergence Journalism
What’s important to you in a first day of spring semester outfit? When I get dressed, I want to feel comfortable, confident and put-together. The perfect first day of spring semester outfit would accomplish all those three things and would put me in the right mood to take on the semester!
Aidan Graybill
School: University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Year/Major: Sophomore/Anthropology
What’s important to you in a first day of spring semester outfit? Dressing for the cold here in Nebraska is my top priority. Keeping it comfortable is different from dressing lazy, and it’s crazy, but an outfit that feels good can give you the motivation you need to get through the day!
Zoe Bernstein
School: Fashion Institute of Technology
Year/Major: Sophomore/Advertising and Marketing Communications
What’s important to you in a first day of spring semester outfit? The first day of the semester can be a bit intimidating with so many first impressions, so it’s a necessity for me to feel comfortable and confident in my outfit while at the same time showing off my personal style!
Ally Scandolo
School: University of Toronto
Year/Major: Junior/Art History
What’s important to you in a first day of spring semester outfit? My personal belief is to go big on any first day, even if it’s just for a return to campus. Try out a new trend you scoped out over the break or wear your favorite piece to make your new year statement!
Shannon Regan
School: Humber College
Year/Major: Post-graduate/Public Relations
What’s important to you in a first day of spring semester outfit? When dressing for the first day back to school, I like to dress in neutral shades while creating a statement with different textures and stand out details. It is important to feel comfortable in your own style.
Rachel Park
School: University of California, San Diego
Year/Major: Junior/Communications with a minor in Business
What’s important to you in a first day of spring semester outfit? I make sure that my outfit is comfortable and appropriate for the weather. But, I also enjoy wearing pieces that stand out and show my personality (plus it’s easier for my friends to spot me on campus!).
Nicole Nelson
School: University of Missouri Columbia
Year/Major: Freshman/Journalism
What’s important to you in a first day of spring semester outfit? I think it’s important to wear something that’s both fashionable and functional. Including different colors, patterns, and textures can spice up your look while still keeping the comfort of everyday clothing items.
Valerie Cammack
School: Kent State University
Year/Major: Sophomore/Fashion Merchandising
What’s important to you in a first day of spring semester outfit? My ideal first day of spring semester outfit is something comfortable for walking across campus that still allows my style to shine through. Casual dresses are an excellent choice because of their versatility; I like to add a bold piece of jewelry and an edgy jacket before grabbing a coffee and conquering the first day.
Mytia Elliot
School: The Art Institute of Portland
Year/Major: Freshman/Fashion Marketing
What’s important to you in a first day of spring semester outfit? Light denim is an essential for my spring style choices, even better when distressed. Simplicity and color also plays a key role in my outfits as we transition into those sunny days.
Masoma Imasogie
School: The University of Pennsylvania
Year/Major: Junior/Fine Arts
What’s important to you in a first day of spring semester outfit? Comfort is always the key to success! For the first day back, you gotta look cute because you never know who is going to be in your new classes this semester, stay warm, be chic and stay comfortable!
Emily Collins
School: Temple University
Year/Major: Senior/Public Relations
What’s important to you in a first day of spring semester outfit? Although it’s the start of the spring semester, the weather is still frigid, so I always try to find fun outerwear to start the semester. This year, I’m really into faux fur, so I’ll be starting off the semester bundled up!
Chastity Heusinger
School: University of South Florida
Year/Major: Junior/Public Relations
What’s important to you in a first day of spring semester outfit? The first day of school is the day that sets the tone for the semester, so it is important to have a signature outfit that makes you feel comfortable and confident.
Brandon Young
School: California State University, Los Angeles
Year/Major: Junior/Telecommunication and Film with a minor in Photography
What’s important to you in a first day of spring semester outfit? When it comes to my first day of spring semester outfit, I believe comfortability is an essential element. To me, being comfortable means throwing on a pair of my favorite Levi’s, a solid T-shirt, my Clark desert boots and always my Ray-Ban Clubmasters.
Ally Zacek
School: DePaul University
Year/Major: Senior/Journalism
What’s important to you in a first day of spring semester outfit? Comfort, practicality and creativity. I love being able to dress in fun ways with unique piece that still maintains a level of comfort for a day of classes.
This article first appeared on MTV.com
