Picture this: it’s your first day of uni. You strut into your halls in your fashionable new ‘fit. Everyone notices you and is drawn to you - you look cool but approachable, put together but fun. You’ve set a precedent and decided on your style for this new chapter.
Okay, we admit, it sounds a little too good to be true. However, unrealistic though this vision may seem, it is not totally unachievable! With the help of these tips you can make a good first impression in your first week of university (even if it isn’t quite the slow motion film shot of your hair blowing in the wind that youwe envisioned).
Here’s how to avoid your floor losing a battle against stacks of clothes, the frustration of struggling into numerous pairs of jeans only to decide you want to wear a skirt and, most importantly, the feeling of blind panic as your first day approaches and you have nothing to wear.
Oversized jumpers
Spend one day on campus and you’ll detect a trend - girls in leggings and BIG jumpers. It’s not just because it looks cute, it’s extremely practical; university is distinctly lacking in central heating. You’re starting university in autumn, so prepare some warmer outfits. We know that style over substance is appealing but with these jumpers you can combine both. Opt for a sporty and cool vibe with this Nike jumper or go for a autumnal knit option with this yellow number.
Mom jeans
Jeans are the perfect thing to throw on in a rush and still look put together. With their 90s style which resiliently returns to our wardrobes, mom jeans epitomise the ultimate slouchy sleek. Peruse these options from Topshop - the hero of jeans - to find your go-to look.
Jackets
For your first day, if you want people to believe you have your sh*t together, then choosing a statement jacket to top off your outfit is the answer. Turn up in all black and a pop of colour with this cosmopolitan mustard faux leather jacket or throw on a distressed denim jacket over a white crop.
If you’re not one for casual outfits, the perfect way to style up anything in your chest of drawers is with a chic blazer. Wear a nude longline blazer over ripped jeans to ooze effortless elegance, choose a dogtooth statement piece or subdued check over a plain black bodycon dress for a professionalism that says you’re not here to mess around, or go for a vivid blazer over a white body and pale blue jeans.
Boots
Whether you prefer biker boots or heeled boots, they are a must-have at uni. Have a browse of our recommendations with these studded flats, suedette sock boots, and croc buckle boots.These boots are made for walking!
Preppy skirts
Wearing a pleated, checked skirt is a cute way of embracing your new student status. Clueless paved the way for this trend, however you don’t have to be clueless yourself: you can totally boss those seminars whilst looking adorable too.
First day looks
Here’s how we would style up these suggestions into real outfits.
Cool, unbothered, and laid back:
Adidas jumper - £43 | cycling shorts - £3 | Nike Air Force 1 - £85
Classy clothes
Checked blazer - £22 | Mom jeans - £25 | studded boots - £28
Prepped for uni in preppy clothes
Checked trousers - £15.50 | Black crop top - £6 | Black boots - £25.50
