Fashion February 23, 2012 — By vrinda.jagota As we have all been reassured at info sessions and tours, large college campuses, such as Cornell's, are breeding grounds for individuality and self-expression. Of course, this self-expression tends to be easily categorized into common college stereotypes that all somehow manage to coexist. Interested in switching up your style but unsure which stereotype best fits your personality? Look no further!
The hiking and granola kid- Much to the dismay of the original hipsters, the bohemian, counter-culture lifestyle is on the rise. You've most definitely seen this kid on campus. Like a lot of the world, he was totally bummed when Bon Iver won the Grammy for Best New Artist, not because he didn't know who that was, but because now the rest of the world does. Well known for his vegan diet in order to promote healthy living, with a side of contradictory pot, the hipster's style is easy to replicate in a few simple steps.
1. Androgyny is the way to go. This means shaggy long hair if you're a boy and asymmetrically cut short hair if you're a girl. Bulky, over-sized sweaters and skinny jeans or corduroys are also a must for both genders.
2. Ironic, snarky comments or graphics instantly transform any plain v-neck into a hipster's go-to outfit. (Throw on some flannel over that wolf t-shirt, and you might as well be the next Zooey Deschanel)
Jacob Black from Twilight may have been the first hipster
Don't worry…. I don't get it either
3. Accessories are your friends, specifically scarves, large glasses, knit beanies, and anything made out of denim.
The "Williams Was My Top Choice" Kid- This type of student has a distinctly preppy, liberal-artsy vibe. You may catch them playing tennis with their bff John McCain on the weekends, or browsing through the J. Crew "Everything's $500 Today!" super-sale.
1. Polos or button down shirts under cable-knit sweaters (preferably Argyle) are as close to heaven as you're ever going to get
Locoste sweater, naturally.
Sweater-shirt combo via J.Crew
2. Blazers are your best friends.
3. Finish off the look with boat shoes and/or pearls
If you're ever in doubt, think WWBW? What Would Blair (from Gossip Girl) Wear?
The Child Prodigy- We've all encountered these students before: They wreck the curve on Calculus prelims and were probably fed diets of raw milk and edamame as children and therefore have unfathomably high IQs. Want to be one step closer acing Orgo this semester? Or at least looking like you will?
1. Always start with the khakis. If possible, acquire a pair with zip-off bottoms and numerous pockets to hold all your newly purchased academic gadgets.
2. Monochromatic fleece pullovers are great for the winter months, especially when one sports a t-shirt from a recent math competition/ poetry slam underneath.
This generic fleece from Patagonia is perfect.
3. I don't even know what they're called, but these shoes from L.L.Bean. Always these shoes. (With socks of course, let's not be gross, now.)
4. Perfect your smirk, for when people ask you questions with answers that are just too damn obvious.
The Frat Boy- The stereotypical frat boy/ sorority girl is quite the common occurrence at Cornell, one of the biggest party schools in the country. This look is fairly similar to the "liberal arts prep", but there are a few important differences.
1. Cornell gear, especially if it's related to hockey, is absolutely necessary. Gotta represent that Ivy Swag, ya know?
2. Backwards baseball hats and lacrosse pinnies are also great additions to the look.
Getin' his party on!
3. If you're a girl, shopping is fairly simple. You only need 3 or four different articles of clothing in every color possible. To fit into the party scene perfectly, invest in a few sheer lace tops, body con skirts, crop tops, and uggs. Also, don't forget to instragram your night's festivities because your roommate's friend's sister's best friend only turns 18 once!!
