College Closet Essentials

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Wardrobe essentials for guys include a sweater, jeans, sneakers and backpack.

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Essentials for girls are jeans, sneakers, a hooded sweatshirt and roomy purse.

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A basic outfit for socializing should include loafers, khakis and a collared shirt.

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A basic social outfit for girls should include a dark pair of capris or pants, sandals, and a fun top that plays around with fabric and color.
Fashion expert Loren Ruch points out clothing essentials that every college student should have in his or her closet.

  • Don't take every piece of clothing you own to college. You won't wear them all, and you surely won't have enough space to store them in your dorm room.

  • Try to spend $250 to $300 for basic essentials. It is worth it to spend more for the pieces you will wear over and over.

  • Jeans are an essential. Go middle-of-the-road when selecting a color and style--not too dark, too light or too trendy.

  • As far as T-shirts, go basic for comfort and versatility, and get both long and short sleeve ones.

  • Guys should always have a pair of shorts and a button-down shirt.

  • A good staple for girls is a knee-length skirt and a collared shirt--it's one step dressier than a T-shirt.

  • Both guys and girls need a cozy sweatshirt.

  • Scarves are a fun and inexpensive accessory that provide a touch of color as well as warmth.
Guests
Loren Ruch
Fashion Expert
Phone: 818-554-8185
E-mail: mrloren@aol.com
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