Veronikka says, “In November, I’ll be attending an informal open house at a college in Boston. I want to make a good impression, but not look like I’m trying too hard. Any suggestions as to what to wear (keeping the colder climate in mind)?”
Make a subtle splash during your college visit in a cape coat worn with skinny jeans:
Show off a bit of your style with either oversized glasses or a cold blocking hat; complete the look with chic booties:
The coat is a splurge, so we provided a few more affordable toppers; also wedges might be too much for walking around, so I’d actually recommend flat boots for your visit:
Stylist Marley Simone also put forth an idea, playing with browns and purples:
If you want to up the chic ante, slip on a pair of colored gloves and a matching floppy hat:
What do you think of these looks?
*See more of Marley’s style at www.marleysimonestyle.com.
October 20, 2011 12:21 pm
I would say no to stiletto heeled shoes.
October 20, 2011 12:40 pm
Definitely something comfy on the feet, just went through this and we walked *everywhere*
October 20, 2011 12:45 pm
Trying way to hard with these looks. I attend school in Boston. A majority of the campuses are open so no one is going to notice that one person with a splash of color. Just be yourself instead of being a “try hard”
October 20, 2011 12:58 pm
Unless this is a private school visit where you will be getting interviewed and WONT be walking, I would do as the other posters said and just be yourself. Heels I feel are unnecessary, but a cute coat or bag, and a nice hairstyle will do =)
October 20, 2011 12:59 pm
i love both looks, but HEELS on a college campus tour equals a bad idea *remembers cobble stoned walkways* I’d exchange the heels for flat boots, dope sneakers or comfy wedges *muah*
October 20, 2011 1:01 pm
Everything is cute minus the heels not only because ” trying to hard” factor but a lot of college campuses are hilly and you’ll be walking a lot.
October 20, 2011 1:16 pm
Sigh. I indicated in the original post that the stilettos (at least the Louboutins) were for illustrative purposes only and that I’d recommend flats or wedges for the actual visit. But since most comments seem fixated on the heels, I replaced the original graphic with a pair of wedges; the second widget also has flat options depending on your comfort level. x
October 20, 2011 1:16 pm
Heels? lol. When I saw the title of this post, I was sure I was going to see some cute, comfortable, FLAT boat shoes or boots or something of that nature. Not heels.The rose gold watch is SUPER cute though…and i love elizabeth arden lip stick.
October 20, 2011 1:43 pm
Let’s talk about CAPES! I love love love love them for fall!
October 20, 2011 2:38 pm
No good deed goes unpunished, Claire. Now I need to know where to get those wedges that you replaced the heels with. I likey.
October 20, 2011 2:46 pm
@MmeCJ The widget takes a while to refresh. You can get ‘em here:
http://www.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=285333992&pid=uid6761-265931-73
x
October 20, 2011 3:52 pm
Why is everyone so caught up with looking like they are “not trying too hard?” Colleges want you to try hard and they want you to think for yourself! Colleges are filled with pajama laden lazy bugs so if you have a head in fashion you will always look like you tried. THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THAT. Effort is good.
With that said, Girl I feel you! Some women just have fashion on the brain all the time….Meeee too!
I love the capes and brimmed hats. Cute looks, Claire.
October 20, 2011 4:00 pm
i like both looks. love the pink gloves. i’m jealous of those that can and do wear capes. i cannot pull it off. not even a poncho sweater!
October 20, 2011 4:08 pm
Cape and skinny jeans; great advice. Lovvve that AK watch!
October 20, 2011 4:18 pm
@ Dyshaun agreed! Most colleges are starting to wish that their students dress up more and dress to impressed instead of wearing the “college uniform” i.e. some comfty pants/sweats, hoodie, and flip flops…lol I rather be overdressed to make a great impression. But Great looks Claire
October 20, 2011 4:33 pm
Love it !
October 20, 2011 5:20 pm
Nix the jeans and present yourself in nice black slacks, printed top and cute flats or comfy wedges.
When you are visting campuses, please keep in mind that you are looking at your possible future and it starts with elevating yourself beyond your comfort zone, jeans are not appropriate.
Always dress for the next level
October 20, 2011 5:27 pm
Love it all, especially the camel swing coat with that awesome collar.
October 20, 2011 6:00 pm
Funny…a lot of the “lazy” people that I went to college with who wore sweat pants graduated and got their degrees. Lets not stereotype, people. I agree, it is good to look nice and professional for first impressions and when the time calls. But there is nothing wrong with wearing sweatpants and flips flops to class. The focus should be on the work, not the clothes.
October 20, 2011 6:22 pm
4 in heels & wedges are too much. Its in your best interest explore the college during a visit, so that will require a lot of walking.
I think jeans are appropriate for an informal visit. Informal visit usually include a tour, a general overview of admissions, things of that nature.
October 20, 2011 6:30 pm
You go to college to get a degree so it isn’t a stretch that students who dressed in sweats and such get their degrees as well. There is nothing wrong with being comfortable when going around campus or to classes but you should always present yourself in the best possible light all of the time to go along with your hard work to set yourself apart from the rest of your peers.