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Fashion Challenge: Wear Suspenders

Last Updated on January 31, 2019 by Chelsea - University of Oklahoma
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Celebrities wearing suspenders: Lauren Conrad, Taylor Momsen, Kristin Stewart, and Selena Gomez

Suspenders probably don’t pop out at you as the most trendy item nowadays, but how great of a fashion opportunity does this present? After all, it’s always fun to rock something unexpected and try a new look.

When worn correctly, suspenders can give you a chic, androgynous look with a bit of a retro vibe. We know CF readers are fearless, so why not pick up a pair to play with and learn how to style them?

Ready to take on this week’s challenge? Read on for ideas to help get you started!

Tips and Tricks for Wearing a Pair of Suspenders

  • Add them to a pair of shorts. As seen in the photos of Lauren Conrad and Taylor Momsen above, suspenders look cool when attached to a pair of shorts and worn with a comfy t-shirt or tank top. Bonus points if your shorts are high-waisted or nautical!
  • Try them with a skirt. This is the perfect way to give a basic skirt-and t-shirt combo a nice vintage flair. Just don’t let your outfit get too busy — one pattern and two solid colors will look just right.
  • Dress pants are probably the most obvious way to wear a pair of suspenders (check out Selena Gomez photographed above or any picture of Chuck Bass you can find). Pair your look with a dress shirt, girly heels, and an androgynous watch.
  • Jeans work well with suspenders, too. Check out Kristen Stewart’s look above.
  • Jumpers can give you the same look as suspenders, but you don’t have to worry about buying a new pair or dealing with matching them to a pair of shorts.
  • Add girly accessories to keep from looking too masculine. Try dangling earrings, a delicate necklace, or a cocktail ring.
  • Wear with confidence. This is a bold look, so don’t you dare leave the house without a huge smile on your face! πŸ™‚

Outfit Inspiration

Outfit 1: How to wear suspenders on a dress

Jumper, T-Shirt, Sandals, Watch

This outfit is girly and sweet – perfect for a summery day at the park! The great thing about this jumper is that the suspenders come with it, taking the hard part out of the equation. Pair it with a simple, pretty t-shirt — I love this bicycle print one because it’s cute and quirky without being too busy. Finish with a pair of sandals and a mens watch.

Outfit 2: How to wear suspenders with black shorts and wedges

Shorts, Suspenders, Shoes, Tank, Earrings

This outfit makes me think of cute Parisian girls riding around on bicycles with baguettes in their front baskets! To get this look, tuck a striped tank top into a pair of high-waisted shorts, and strap on a pair of suspenders. Finish the look with a pair of wedges and some girly earrings.

Challenge Accepted? Send Us Evidence!

Did you rock a pair of suspenders this week? Take a few snapshot and send them to fashionchallenge AT collegefashion.net along with your name, school, a description of what you’re wearing, and any styling tips you might have! Also, include the URL of your blog if you have one for a little extra traffic πŸ™‚

We can’t see what you girls come up with!

Thoughts?

What do you think about suspenders? How would you style them? Are you going to take the challenge? Leave a comment and let us know what you think!

Tags : Celebs, Fashion Challenge, Kristen Stewart, Lauren Conrad, Selena Gomez

16 Comments
Originally published on June 23, 2011
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Comments

  1. Alissa says

    May 29, 2019 at 4:59 pm

    I just wore suspenders today, paired with shorts πŸ™‚ got to say I really love them, and its an easy way to make a simple tee look a lil bit more interesting!

    Reply
  2. Ashley says

    May 29, 2019 at 4:58 pm

    i never really thought suspenders would be a fashion trend that I would ever try, but from the looks of those outfits they were definately asking me to wear them.

    Reply
  3. Molly says

    May 29, 2019 at 4:58 pm

    Hmmm…this is one challenge I don’t think I’ll try!

    Reply
  4. maria says

    May 29, 2019 at 4:58 pm

    I only wear mine hanging down, usually with my shorts

    Reply
  5. Samantha says

    May 29, 2019 at 4:58 pm

    I would definitely wear them. I have a black pair that used to be my dad’s that I want to try.

    Reply
  6. Ashlee says

    May 29, 2019 at 4:58 pm

    I used to live in suspenders back in the day ;D They were like America Eagle’s signature item.

    Reply
  7. TBS says

    May 29, 2019 at 4:58 pm

    I’ve been wanting to wear them but wasn’t sure how to. Thanks for the post! I was wondering if you think they are appropriate for business wear or are they too playful?

    Reply
  8. Wilberthe says

    May 29, 2019 at 4:58 pm

    I have a pair of simple black suspenders that I bought a couple of years ago and they’re seriously one of my best fashion investments; I don’t know what it is about they just really make an outfit awesome.
    Suspenders and high-waist shorts are the ultimate match made in heaven

    Reply
  9. Ashley says

    May 29, 2019 at 4:59 pm

    I think this is such a fun look, but whenever I have tried them on, my large breasts look even bigger and awkward… But super cute for ‘B’ cups πŸ˜‰

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  10. Maria says

    May 29, 2019 at 4:58 pm

    I think suspenders would look good with hats (boat hats, bowl hats)… I’d love to try these looks, thanks for the inspiration! πŸ™‚

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  11. CM says

    May 29, 2019 at 4:58 pm

    I think suspenders are a fun look. I have many photographs of my mother wearing them when she was in high school. However, I had Ds, and whenever I wear suspenders, they make my breasts look even larger. I think for anyone A-C, they would look great.

    Reply
  12. Geraldine Tan says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:26 pm

    Wear them on a Strapless/Bareback Dress or Strapless Top/Bodice!

    It would create a whole different look!

    Reply
  13. Lauren C says

    April 15, 2019 at 11:09 am

    Ive been reading this blog since i started college and this post really makes me think adding which looks are best for certain body types should be included with trying looks like suspenders. love the blog!

    Reply
  14. Cara says

    April 15, 2019 at 11:09 am

    I really want to try this idea. However I cant find any great places to buy them πŸ™ I want a vintage pair really, or i might try raiding my dads/grandpas wardrobe!

    Reply
  15. Jana says

    April 15, 2019 at 11:09 am

    Aik0- Heck yes!

    I love this trend. So fun!

    Reply
  16. Aik0 says

    April 15, 2019 at 11:09 am

    Suspenders are great! Next up: bowties, fezs, stetsons.

    Reply

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