Looks on Campus: Jennifer – Stephens College
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Jennifer was looking ready for spring as she stepped out to shop on the first sunny day the south has seen in weeks. She caught my eye because her outfit was so fresh and put-together. Her look is clean, confident, and simple, a combination that any college girl should be able to pull off with ease.
Name: Jennifer
Hometown: Bowling Green, Kentucky
Major/Year in School: First Year Pharmacy Student
Hobbies/Interests: “I love to cook for friends and just hang out. I also love to shop; I can’t say no to a good pair of shoes!”
Describe your style. “Kind of preppy and simple. I don’t like much flash or bling, but I like to look put-together.”
Who or what inspires your look? “It’s my sister’s skirt, so I guess her! Plus I love a good nautical theme.”
Where do you shop? “J Crew, Ann Taylor Loft, Gap, and of course TJ Maxx!”
Elements of Jennifer’s Look
Nautical Stripes
Jennifer told me she loves spring, because every year she gets to break out her stripes. “I love how this trend comes back every year. It means I’ll always be stylish!” And Jennifer is right about that: the nautical trend is a perennial spring favorite. And it’s easy to see why; it’s a look that is easy to pull off and works on almost everyone, no matter your personal style or aesthetic.
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Color Matching
Jennifer told me she always tries to look put together, so she tries to match her accessories well. It may be an old rule, and no, it shouldn’t always be followed, but you have to admit it looks great on her!
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Looks Inspired by Jennifer
The first look inspired by Jennifer is simple and preppy, just like her style. I loved how she matched her green shoes to her green purse, so I did the same here with a cute pair of sandals and a matching tote. Using a floral skirt instead of a striped one makes the look less nautical and more springy.
Product Information: T-shirt- American Eagle, Bag- Yes Style, Watch-Urban Outfitters, Skirt- J. Crew, Sandal- Bakers
The second look is for those of you who aren’t afraid to dive head first into the nautical trend. The baggy t-shirt makes this look more trendy than preppy, and the bright red shorts make this look show-stopping!
Product Information: Shirt- Forever 21, Shorts- Forever 21, Sneakers- Converse, Bracelet- ASOS, Bracelet- Ron Jon Surf Shop
What do you think?
Are you sporting nautical pieces this summer? Is your style a bit more on the simple or preppy side? Let us know with a comment!
Posted on on June 2, 2010 / Filed Under: Looks on Campus / Tags: Campus Inspiration, Color Matching, Looks on Campus, Nautical, Simplicity, Stephens College
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Bri19
Cute outfits!! I love the second look!!
Ally
I agree, the second outfit is adorable
But I don’t quite like how the skirt looks on her, perhaps something more flowing would have been more flattering…
In general not a huge fan of her look. Boring.
Laura
I agree with Ally. I definitely love the “inspired by” outfits (especially outfit number 2) more than I like Jennifer’s look.
Audrey - Ohio State University
yay! preppy at its best! i love the blue green combo she’s wearing, and the one you styled in Outifit #1.
Julie
I don’t like how the pockets on the skirt flare out to make her hips look wider than they are, not very flattering. I like this outfit, but I agree thats its a little boring/uninspired
Kellie
I think this is a great look! It’s classic and polished.
Jessica Tavesjnhasky
I love the outfits that you put together, but I agree, her outfit is pretty boring, and not really well-fit for her.
Milana
Love the second look! Super cute!
Jojo
I LOVE stripes!
I just bought the coolest striped shirt from Forever 21!
I think her look is basic, but cute. She totally looks awesome in it.
Erin
Oooh, I’m so glad to see a polished and preppy look. While her outfit doesn’t have the pizazz that maybe some of the other ones do, I really like her look. Its classic and universal. Pretty much anyone can wear it anywhere. Some of the looks I see here tend to look nice, in theory, but are definitely too much for where I live. I really like her look and the inspired-by outfits.
Lindsay
i don’t think this skirt is flattering for her body type & i don’t find this outfit very visually interesting. Looks like something Rory Gilmore would wear, no offense.
Iris
The reason why she looks off is because she positioned her skirt on the wrong part of her body. For some reason, she decided to push it down to midhip, which causes her hips to jut out and look flabby, and make her look extra long-waisted. She should have placed the skirt right where her waist ends and her hip starts to look more polished.
Annie
Wow, that’s the first time i’ve seen someone carrying a clutch on campus (I usually walk around with a tote stuffed full of books, so maybe thats why i’m a litte surprised) Cute outfit though.
Jennifer
Her outfit is cute, but the lack of accessories make it kind of boring, and nothing note worthy in my personal opinion.
Lalalina
I agree with Julie that the pockets sticking out makes her hips look bigger. My mom always told me that if the pockets stick out then the skirt/pants/shorts are not fitting properly. Maybe it is because she is wearing it in the wrong place like Iris said. I think look is too plain for this series. The last three parts have been really creative and great, and this seem really dull in comparison.
Lalalina
And your bra showing through your shirt is way not cool, sorry to be harsh. Please where a thicker shirt or a tank underneath.
Elle Sees
I love the outfit and agree it’s a classic, just perfect for those events when you need to be classy and casual.
aish
her outfit is not my fav
but i love the looks that u put together.
Suburban Sweetheart
Love her skirt but she could use a necklace. And I love the second outfit you guys put together. :)