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The "College Look" Makes Me Cringe

8 college trends that should leave the building.

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The "College Look" Makes Me Cringe
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There seems to be an issue floating around college campuses that just cannot continue much longer. As a fellow concerned American, I must do my part in bringing awareness to such issues. So here I am, speaking up for the women I care so deeply about. Don't fret much longer, I'm here to help. No more of the following items:

1. Chacos/Birkenstocks with socks

But my toes are cold!!!

Well then maybe don't wear sandals? I have come to the conclusion that there is no possible way people look at this show choice and think to themselves, 'dang, I'm looking real good today.' If your toes are cold, perhaps wear, well I don't know, tennis shoes?

As far as Birkenstocks go, they look like something out of ancient Israeli times and I am convinced Jesus and His friends wore them walking around the town. If you are literally wanting to walk with Jesus, then I guess this is the shoe for you.

2. Oversized T-shirts

Hey girl, I like your dress!!!

No one should have to wonder if you are wearing shorts underneath your shirt. Life is full of mysteries, but we all don't have time to figure this one out. Do us a favor and please order shirts in your size.

3. Man buns on women

Do I look hipster?

I don't have much to comment on this one, except for the fact that I truly do not understand why we don't just choose to put our hair up or down. We are doing this weird half-and-half motion that looks like we just got in a fight with an animal. We're thinking "messy and natural," but let's be honest, it takes us about 15 minutes to make "perfectly messy and natural."

4. Leggings with designs on them

I absolutely love your leg tattoos!

Yikes. Whatever season, leggings with designs on them are a hard pass. It makes people wonder "Hm, are those her actual legs? Or are they her pajamas? Are they workout pants? Are they even pants at all?" The world is demanding answers, people! And we really shouldn't have to wonder.

5. Flip flops


"Girl, I seriously love your flip flops!" said no one ever.

These went out of style when we were 10. If you're trying to go for the "beachy look even though I live in Alabama," maybe try a nice pair of sandals. If you're trying to go for the "I just woke up and I don't have anything else to wear," then maybe tennis shoes would do. No one should have to wonder if you're wearing your shower shoes to science class.

6. Flower crowns

I picked these flowers myself!

That's cool, thanks for telling me. Whether you're attending a concert or even just doing a photoshoot with your friends, flower crowns are very much out of style. Flowers go in vases, not in your hair. I thought that was common sense, but some people out there are trying to get creative.

7. Workout clothes with a full face of makeup

Does my hair look OK?

Well, you're on a treadmill. Some ladies out there have gotten a little bit confused on the purpose of working out. Working out typically causes your face to turn red and sweating to occur. It's something you really just have to embrace. Looking like you're ready to attend your next semi-formal upon entering the gym makes about, well, zero sense.

8. Chokers

Can you even breathe?

Chokers were great when I needed a little something to complete my Halloween costume back in the day. The problem now, however, is that girls all over view these chokers as "stylish" when they honestly look like a slinky tied around someone's neck. I'm concerned for people's well-being, to be completely honest. There doesn't seem to be much breathing room.

Ladies, ditch these fashion trends.

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