This cold weather has
brought on a very troubling issue, what to wear? Now I know as
students we like to look our best without breaking the bank (rich
kids stop reading here and skip off to your stinky high street). So
I have some handy tips that can help you keep warm and to keep some
extra pocket money.
Please remember I am not a
fashion student nor am I fashionable and it is at your own risk if
you choose to take my advice.
You may or may not have
noticed the popularity of the flannel shirt. These shirts can be
purchased from the warehouse (hell no) for less than $20 buckaroos.
Buy a bigger size (so you can act like it's for your old man) so
you can use layers underneath the flannel shirt to keep warm.
This look can be topped
off by wearing your favourite pair of trashy black jeans, or for the
ladies, black tights. (Another hint instead of tights, try thermal
tights! Extra cozy).
Snuggle into some thick
wooly socks, mittens and scarf, black is a good colour for several
reasons; 1) others can't tell if they are dirty, 2) goes with
everything 3) because I said so.
There are also two more
essential items; a good pair of boots and an excellent jacket. You
can splash out on these items as you will wear them next year, and
every year after that. Op-shops are an excellent place to find
leather jackets (also in this season).
It's important to
remember that it is better to be warm than to look cool. Seriously
people, I don't care if you used to live in Dunedin or your parents
are Scottish, wrap up! It's cold!
Interesting note:
We wear 20 percent of our clothing 80 percent of the time.
