Summer Fashion Part 2

Each season new trends appear and, this summer, I've seen quite a few pieces on the trend train. Some clothing trends may only be around for a few weeks, but others last months or even years (I'm looking at you 1970s extreme flared bell bottom jeans). I spend most of my free time browsing Pinterest, looking at fashionistas' closets on Instagram (check out SarahBell93x), and online shopping for clothes I truly need but because “I’ll wear it one day with that one thing”. My personal style ranges from sophisticated/casual prep to leggings and a t-shirt, but I’m always on the lookout for new pieces that will push me out of my comfort zone and ultimately to add them to my overwhelming closet.

Here’s my list of must-haves (or at least must tries) for Summer 2014:

Parachute/Linen Pants

Best paired with a relaxed crop top for a comfy, yet put together look or a tight fitting tank/tee

Skater Skirts 

Best paired with a crop top or a light weight tank top

Crop Tops

 Best paired with maxi skirts, high-waist bottoms, or a lightweight cardigan/kimono

High Neck Tanks

Best paired with skinny jeans or cuffed shorts 

*try it tucked in for a less casual look*

Strappy Dresses

Best paired with your favorite statement necklace, wedges/sandals – it’s completely yours to dress up or down making it versatile and a great piece for summer

Bold Printed Pieces

Best paired with a simple statement accessory such as a large clutch or subtle jewelry

Two Piece Sets

Best paired with booties/wedges, arm cuff, or statement accessory

T-strap Metallic Sandals

Can be paired with literally anything! These sandals are basic, yet add just the right amount of flare to any outfit

Statement Earrings

Can be paired with anything to create a unique outfit - HOT TREND this  summer!

Arm Cuffs

Be best paired with strappy tanks or dresses that show off your arms

Colors to lookout for: 

If you’re ballin’ on a budget like most college students, be sure to check out places like Forever 21, Urban Outfitters, or Target for dupes of high-end merchandise and, of course, always be on the lookout for sales! Flash Sale Sites such as RueLaLa and HauteLook always have designer pieces at a fraction of the cost. 

XOX & LP,

Kaitlyn 

Getting Involved on Campus

On campus there are a ton of clubs ranging from renaissance to campus events. Which one do you want to be apart of? As a new student, especially to a small campus like Kutztown's, I knew I needed to get involved if I wanted to truly enjoy everything on my campus and I definitely think it's safe to say I did. Since starting at Kutztown University in Fall 2011, I have held numerous leadership roles within Association of Campus Events, my sorority, United Greek Council, College Panhellenic Council and our Student Union Advisory Board. I also work at the Information Desk for my school.

By being involved in so many different clubs, I have learned so many leadership skills. I know how much work load I can handle, especially with my school work. I know how to make time to work on the many different activities I do and how to use my Lilly Pulitzer planner to the best of my ability. Finally, what I think is more important than all of them, is that I have such a wide variety of friends from so many different groups. 

This is a huge networking opportunity and many people don't realize this when they go to college. Everyone thinks "I need to go to school, study, work hard, make friends, and sometimes... party harder." Throughout my college experience, my favorite thing has been getting involved and some people might say I am overly involved, but hey, I am never bored and when I am, I have no idea what to do with myself.

Word of advice: get involved as much as you can or as much as your schedule allows you to. There is nothing like the feeling of knowing that you helped people create a huge campus event that was successful, or creating a club that you got five people to join! Those are five people who you may have never met if it wasn't for something you all shared in common and came together for! Everyone needs to look on the brighter side of things and realize that these could be resume builders and really affect you later and life in positive ways. You never know, you could really enjoy it.