Looks on Campus: Marisa – University of Miami
While walking to get my Starbucks fix, I ran into Miami fashionista, Marisa. Her classic, effortless style caught my eye, so I had to take a break from my coffee to ask her all about it! The combination of a button-down with jeans is a really great juxtaposition of a dressier item with something casual. Also, I loved her loafers, which were a perfectly chic choice on an unusually chilly Miami day!
Marisa 101
Hometown: Ocean Ridge, FL
Major: Pre-Med
Hobbies and Interests: “I love shopping and traveling. I play the piano. I love reading, sketching and watching LOST.”
Describe your style: “[My style] started in high school, where I dressed according to the dress code of slacks and button-downs. I love solid colors, oftentimes bright colors…very Florida.”
Who inspires your style? “Jackie O.”
Where do you shop? “I love Ralph Lauren, Burberry, and definitely Lilly Pulitzer. I love Bloomingdales.”
Why did you chose this particular outfit? “I like thin tops with cute detailing. I love pairing button-downs with plain bottoms, and loafers cause it’s cold.”
Elements of Marisa’s Outfit:
1. Classic belt and a statement watch
I love how Marisa’s belt and accessories add interest to her classic look. The watch is functional, as well as fashionable, and allows Marisa to keep track of the time on a busy day!
2. Loafers
I feel that these loafers make the outfit. I love the “old man” look, not to mention they look super comfortable. I would love to wear these for a dash of comfort and style when I have to trek around campus.
Outfit 1
I chose this outfit using Marisa’s look as a model. This outfit would be great for class or running errands because it is comfortable while still looking put-together. I would love to wear this to my next exam because it’s more chic than sweatpants and looks just as comfy.
Product Information: Blouse- J.Crew, White Watch- Louvett, Loafers- J.Crew, Skinny Jeans- Hollister, Belt- J.Crew
Outfit 2
I wanted to use Marisa’s style as an influence for a spring look. The ruffles and lavender flats add a sweet touch and I think the orange belt would make the outfit pop. I also played with different textures here such as ruffles in the pink top and colorblocked beads in the necklace.
Product Information: Pink Top- Vineyard Vines, Belt- J.Crew, Skinny Jeans- Abercrombie, Flats- Cutesy Girl, Necklace- Anthropologie
What do you think?
Are you inspired by Marisa’s classic look? What do you think of when you think “classic?” Do you wear loafers or own a statement watch? Let us know with a comment!
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Posted on on February 20, 2010 / Filed Under: Looks on Campus / Tags: Campus Inspiration, Loafers, Looks on Campus
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Luinae
I adore this look- it isn’t something I would wear, but it works so well on her. She has fantastic personal style!
jos
love this look.very classy and preppy..
and she also shows us that that just because ur a science major does not mean u dont hav a dressing sense.
Diane
I’m obsessed with this outfit haha. Gorgeous, so effortlessly chic and polished!
Liza - University of Minnesota
LOVE her style. And that belt? I diiiie! Gorgeous.
Melissa
I love this!! I would definitely wear it, and your spring inspired look is adorable too!
Christine
it looks warm there i am super jealous!
Michelle
Such a classy outfit! :) I absolutely adore it!
Sari
She looks gorgeous! Her look epitomizes Coral Gables prep.
Renee
such a classic look and I loved it! I would definetly wear it but ballet flats instead of loafers like it is in the second outfit will be better I think :)
ThatManJustYawned
i’m not a fan of marisa’s loafers but i love the ones you picked for the first outfit. overall, very chic outfit though. having a killer body like hers obviously doesn’t hurt either.
Madeleine
What I like about Marisa’s style is that it’s very chic but at the same time unique without looking crazy. I really think it’s interesting when you see people who are taking on probably very hard classes at college still taking the time to look stylish and put together. The only problem with Marisa’s outfit is her loafers which look more like slippers to me.
Jojo
This outfit is fabulous!
Yani
Love the look especially the Louvett watch!! :)
s
I covet that belt.
Is it hilfiger??
Its beautiful.
lena
s – it’s hermes, but it is indeed beautiful!
Lana
I don’t like this outfit one bit. It’s pretty boring.
Ashley on
Marisa always dresses classy and cute. This is just another awesome outfit from her closet. Marisa definitely knows how to dress! LOVEE IT!! <3
Michelle (BFF)
Ummmm obsessed. You are rediculously good looking and your outfit is soooo hottt. Jeeez love u and I love everything u wear. Btw ur makeup is perfectttt. You have the hottest style no matter what anyone says.. I wish I was as hot as uuu xoxo
luis
Love her style and fashion knowledge. She is always refreshed and chic. I am also a little biased. I am her dad. Great work
Terry
Those shoes are Stubbs & Whooten
Made in Spain.
They have a shop on Worth Ave in Palm Beach.
They scream “Palm Beach”!!!!
Matty V
If you like this style check out the rest of her closet! You will get plenty of articles out of this one that I know for sure.
barbara breita
Forget the outfit!
SHE is beautiful,but that must come from her patents, they must be spectacular too, and what I know of her she is classic on the inside too.
Laura
It is spelled Stubbs and Wootton, Terry!!! Marisa looks beautiful no matter what she wears. Her style and taste is icing on the cake!!
Kathy Burke Weiner
Her clothes are beautiful… what means the most is her soul!!! She;s a very special young lady. We love you Marisa!!!!
Stella
To be honest, I’m not impressed. At all. Everything is so ill-fitting and overly labelicious.
However, I do like the outfit that has been modeled on her look though.