Looks on Campus: Juliana – FIT
While waiting for my History of Western Art and Civ class to start in my (thankfully) air-conditioned classroom, I couldn’t help but notice Juliana’s outfit the moment she stepped into the room. I love her simple and chic maxi dress combined with the rugged look of her denim vest. Her ensemble gives off a perfect balance of femininity and sporty chic, perfect for a day of classes. Read on to learn more about Juliana and her style!
Juliana 101
Name: Juliana
College: Fashion Institute of Technology
Major: Fashion Marketing and Merchandising
Year: Sophomore
Let’s Talk Fashion
Describe your sense of style. “It’s kind of casual-chic, but I like to step it up a bit so it’s bohemian, I guess.”
What inspires your style/fashion taste? “Mostly looking at blogs for inspirational pictures. I usually go on my favorite sites every day to just get ideas.”
What are your favorite fashion sites? “My friend has a really good site called RemyToWear. (EDIT: As of today, 8/17, the site looks to be down.) And I follow a lot of my friends’ blogs.”
What are your favorite places to shop? “My favorite places to shop are Zara, Topshop, Forever 21, and just little boutiques in Soho.”
What is your favorite item in your wardrobe right now? “As of now, these bracelets. Especially in the summer, I am addicted to just putting them all up my arm. These are Shashi and my sister works for them, so she gets a bunch of free samples all the time. So me and my friends just trade and share.”
If you could raid anyone’s closet, who would it be and why? “If I could raid anyone’s closet…hmm…there are so many choices. It’d probably be Blake Lively. Not just because she’s a big fashion icon right now, but because she’s really unique. She doesn’t even have her own stylist since she does everything herself, so it’s just all her right there.”
What advice would you give others about style? “It’s not all about buying high designer names and trends. I like mixing H&M and Forever 21 with the little stuff from Bloomingdale’s and stuff like that. You don’t have to wear everything designer. A lot of my friends wear a lot of vintage and new to create their own styles so they don’t look the same as everyone else.”
Elements of Juliana’s Outfit
1. Denim Vest
A denim vest can add a bit of edgy coolness to any feminine piece. This summer staple can also tone down a dressy item so it can be worn more casually. Here, Juliana pairs her light wash denim vest with a simple black maxi dress, creating a “dressed down” look that’s perfect for class.
2. Simple Necklace
A simple and an understated necklace is a great way to put a finishing touch on your look. Here, Juliana’s layered cross necklace is perfect because it isn’t too heavy or distracting, and it contributes to the simplicity of her outfit.
3. Basic Flats
Juliana keeps the rest of her outfit simple with these basic Michael Kors flats. Subtlety is important when wearing a strong statement piece like a denim vest.
Your thoughts?
Do you love Juliana’s casual cool look as much as we do? Do you own a denim vest? Have you been rocking the maxi dress trend? Let us know with a comment!
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Posted on on August 17, 2011 / Filed Under: Looks on Campus / Tags: denim vest, Fashion Institute of Technology, FIT, Maxi Dress, Street Style, Trends
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Ash
I never would have thought to pair a maxi dress with a vest like this, but I love the combo on her! Great pick.
Kayc
Hmm…I don’t care much for it. I think it’s the length of the maxi dress (hope she learns to hem at FIT).
Cindy
Love the denim vest with the maxi, it makes a statement without being to loud. Also like the simple side braid. Your a fashionista at the right school.
lindsay
i really like the idea of this outfit, but the skirt is way too long and i think the vest cuts her at an awkward place. however, i do love the necklaces + side braid.
katie
i don’t really like the flats paired with this outfit, i think it would look a lot cuter with sandals
but i love the dress, necklaces, vest, and her hair!
Samantha
It’s not a bad idea, but it looks a little sloppy. Maxidresses are hard to pull off. Like Kayc and Lindsay said, the skirt is too long, so I think it might help if she were wearing a shoe with height, like wedges. I also agree with Lindsay that the vest is cut in the wrong spot. I think it’s too long for this look, and she should have chosen something that hit her either higher or lower.
Danielle
i love the look of a maxi dress and a denim vest/jacket, but i have to agree that the skirt is too long. her jewelry is perfection, though.
Rin
Not my style, but I love still love it! Very boho-chic. I just wish she hemmed her dress to make it look a little neater.
annie
I have to agree about hemming the skirt, it’s definitely too long. However, I disagree with some of the other comments saying that she should have opted for heels – flats and sandals look perfectly fine with maxi dresses, at least in my opinion! And I am loving those Michael Kors flats.
Milana
I really like this look. She’s so pretty and I’m a sucker for maxi skirts/dresses. Love the edgy touch of the denim vest. Casual chic!
lmg
i agree with a lot of you..i think the dress is way too long..and the flats just don’t finish the look..i would have preferred a sandal (with a shorter hem) or a wedge.. as for the jacket..its also kind of boxy..so its unflattering. i think its a great idea.. but it looks a bit too sloppy for my taste. On the other hand.. i love love her braid.
nib
This look has been done in japanese magazines for quite a while already and is quite popular in asia
Kate
I think everyone is being a little harsh about the hem. I mean come on, if you guys actually read the article, shes a merchandising major NOT a design major. Just pointing out the obvious.
kayc
I’m a bio major and I know to pay $5 to hem a dress if I can’t do it myself. if you cant hem a long skirt/maxi dragging on the ground, then pay someone to do it. if you can’t do either, then wear heels so it’s not dragging on the ground. it’s very simple.
Julianna
Sorry I didn’t get the dress hemmed. It was a cheap buy from H&M and I was rushing to class from an all nighter for a test the next day….