The start of a new school year is right around the corner. And with a new semester comes so much to prepare for. You’ve gotta make sure all your classes are in order, pick up some new school supplies, figure out last minute dorm or apartment decor, and most importantly nail an outfit for the first day of school. If you’re a little stumped on that last one, never fear, The Edit is here to help you with all your school-related fashion problems. So read on to get some inspo on the perfect first day of school look for you.
1. Fashion Foward
What better way to start out the school year then totally in style? Pairing this incredible metallic tube top with a classic white t-shirt, will give ya major style points ‘cuz that 90s layered look is still all the rage. This frayed denim skirt, and black mules from Boohoo continue to up this outfits’ fashion factor while still maintaining comfort as you walk around campus. To top it all off, these giant pentagon hoops from Missguided are the instagrammable accessory that this outfit needs. Put it all together and you’ve got a look that Kendall Jenner would be jealous of.
2. Comfy and Cool
Just because jeans and a t-shirt are your go-to look doesn’t mean that you can’t show off some serious style on the first day. This graphic tee from Wildfox adds some major pizazz to this outfit and and these Cotton On jeans are, as Lizzie McGuire might say, what dreams are made of. These metallic Dr. Martens are a style jackpot for a girl who’s not in the mood to compromise fashion for comfort. . .or the other way around. Pair this look with a simple choker and cool pair of earrings from Boohoo and your first day outfit will definitely check both the comfy and cool boxes.
3. Statement Maker
If you're daring and really want to make a statement on your first day back to school, try out this interesting combo that leans a little more high fashion than it does everyday. But hey, why not make campus your own runway, right? This ASOS gingham dress may seem like an odd choice to pair with these super cool Pumas, but if you live to be bold than you can 100% pull this outfit off. These over-the-top earrings from ASOS are just the icing on the cake for an outfit that will for sure turn some heads and show off your fearlessness. You go, girl!
4. Cute n Girly
Girly girls, this soft and sweet outfit is perfect for looking like the ethereal goddess that you are on your first day back at school. This frilly, flower print wrap dress from Princess Polly is so gorgeous and pairs perfectly with this soft, slouchy cardigan from Boohoo. But the star of this look is this super sweet and delicate pair of Missguided wedges with a lace-up ribbon detail that are everything cute and girly and will make you feel like a stylish ballerina. This dainty choker set from Tobi is the perfect piece of bling to compliment this girly outfit.
5. Preppy Princess
This outfit would even make Blair Waldorf proud, and, I mean, what else could you really ask for? The combination of this white blouse and pink bow pin from For Love and Lemons looks like its pulled straight from Blair’s closet and was pretty much made to be paired with this black skirt. These eyelet socks from Modcloth and ankle strap heels from Boohoo come together in preppy perfection for this look. And of course, in true Blair style, this outfit had to be topped off with a signature headband like this one from ASOS.
6. Sporty Spice
Okay, so if you’ve been reading this post thinking “yeah Christy, those outfits are cool and all, but I’m all about the sportswear here,” then this last look is for you. Athleisure is still super on trend (and probably will be as long as fashion goddess Rihanna is teaming up with Puma) so wearing sportswear to school can still be really stylish. This first day of school looks pairs a trendy and exciting take on the classic sporty t from Puma with some extra comfy Under Armor joggers. And OMG those sneakers from New Balance are the perfect pair to start of the school year in sporty style. You’ll be leaps and bounds ahead of the sporty school fashion game with this look.
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