Essential Back to School Clothing Basics
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Essential Back to School Clothing Basics
By: Kendall Miller
With school just around the corner, building your wardrobe for the year can often fall by the wayside until the last minute. Right before you pack up your things you start to think what should I bring? Do I have enough underwear? What do I wear to tailgates and frat parties? Spice is here to help! Below we have curated a list of capsule wardrobe items to minimize luggage and maximize styling. When you have limited space it’s important to pick pieces that can serve looks and versatility.
This is a given, but having a plethora of basic tanks and tees, with only a few other pieces that can add interest, is one of the best ways to build any outfit. Styling these tops with accessories like charm jewelry , scarves, and bold shoes are easy ways to elevate an otherwise bland outfit.
I like to think of denim as a neutral in my palette of clothes. There are so many ways to style your basic pair of jeans or jean skirt. Having a few different options varying in color, fit, and style can really expand your styling possibilities. My basics include: a jean skirt, 2 jean shorts, a pair of low rise slouchy jeans, a pair of mid-rise straight jeans, and a pair of either white or black jeans (I like to switch it up). And we can’t forget the classic denim jacket! Over the past few years they have fallen out of the trend cycle, however if you find one that fits your current style it’s a perfect basic.
Dresses are one of my favorite staples to have in my wardrobe. They take little effort but can easily create a stylish outfit in minutes. I like to play with different styles when wearing a dress, using a girly dress like the Spice Scottsdale Penelope Gingham Print Tiered Babydoll Mini Dress as a vehicle for my new chunky black boots, or a simple LBD to serve as a sort of blank slate for my go-to statement jacket.
Accessories can level up any outfit. If you have the means, investing more money into bags, shoes, and jewelry that can last a lifetime is worth it! They can be paired with so many things and are usually worn the most in any closet. Finding a good bag to carry your school stuff is also a great way to carry out your style and still have functionality. Using belts to create a cinched silhouette and add interest to an outfit is great as well!
These can be few and far between in your wardrobe but can add so much to an average outfit! Swapping out a day to day tank with a sheer, printed top is a great way to incorporate current trends and transition an outfit from day to night. Statement pieces are easy ways to add different colors and textures to your outfit like this satin lace midi skirt or a leather pleated mini. Having pieces like these in your wardrobe can open a new door of styling possibilities while staying true to your style.
Sweat sets are such a must for your college wardrobe. They are a major way to stay comfortable and stylish when running errands or attending class! There are so many places with options ranging in warmth and price so you can find your perfect fit. Styling them with sneakers or UGGS and dressing it up with jewelry is a recipe for the best comfy & cute look.
Check out more clothes to grab for your upcoming semester at Spice Scottsdale!