I’ve always been drawn to fashion. I see fabric as an artist’s canvas, trends as a representation of the times and style as the ultimate form of self-expression.
But just because I love fashion doesn’t mean I want to get dressed up in my Sunday best all the time – or even half the time.
As a student regularly running around from class to class, most of the time, I just want to be in something easy and comfortable without appearing to the world as if I just rolled out of bed. And thanks to today’s style, I can.
So much of today’s fashion is about looking effortless – the sporty athleisure look is in, and I’m all for it because it’s given the world articles of clothing that make “easygoing” a staple in wardrobes.
Here are some of the items that I’m sure every corset-wearing Renaissance woman would’ve loved to get her hands on, and the ones I’m hoping will stay in style for years to come:
1. Loose jeans
While skinny jeans will always be a classic, the roomy, stretchy “mom jeans” that are in style today make for a cooler, more interesting look that won’t come close to cutting off your circulation.
2. Sweatpants
Of course we all have those sweatpants that have since turned into pajamas, but if you can find the right pair – especially ones tapered around the ankles – you’ll have yourself some joggers that can be worn with sweaters or T-shirts for a stylish, sporty look.
3. Leggings
I find that jeans don’t always cut it when it’s freezing outside, but leggings, on the other hand, don’t seem to get as cold as denim does, making for a warmer, cozier outfit.
4. Oversized sweaters
With all that extra, loose fabric, there’s no worrying about sweat stains showing up on these bad boys.
5. Oversized coats
They give you extra room so you can wear as many layers as you want underneath while still being able to move your arms around.
6. Beanies
They’re the easiest of hats: you never have to worry about them losing their shape, and they are huge game changers on those horribly windy days.
7. Sneakers
You can spend hours in them without having to worry about getting yet another blister.
8. Faux furry and fuzzy jackets
It’s as close as you can get to wearing a blanket out in public without attracting any weird stares.
9. Backpacks
I’m especially grateful for backpacks on those days when I’m going grocery shopping and need as many free hands as I can get.
10. Baseball caps
With sporty attire at an all-time high, it’s only fitting that baseball caps would be thrown into the mix. Bad hair day? Need a pop of color? The baseball cap has got you covered.
