After many weeks of inconsistent weather, it’s safe to say that Maryland is finally in autumn. And as we get deeper into the season, many students at Marriotts Ridge are starting to dress for fall and remain stylish.
After the weather shifts, one of the most prioritized aspects of clothes might be practicality for many students, as staying warm for fall while still balancing the changing temperatures in each classroom can be a tightrope at times. For another portion of students, fashion can still be a major priority whilst remaining warm in the autumn season.
“I like wearing baggy jeans, cashmere sweaters, hoodies and fuzzy socks,” said sophomore Abigail Lyu.
For Lyu and many other students, long-sleeved casual wear and baggy jeans are a go-to. Baggy jeans are typically regarded as simple, and it doesn’t take much effort to put together a stylish outfit with these pieces.
Shoes are definitely important when it comes to an outfit when the weather changes from summer to fall, as people need to stay warm as opposed to attempting to cool themselves down. This season, Uggs seem to be making a comeback and many have suspected that the late 2000s and early 2010s fashion has been making its way back into the trend cycle. Many students pair Ugg boots with any type of outfit, as they are simple enough to match nearly any outfit. Some also say that they do a good job of keeping them warm. Fashion trends can somewhat promote community too.
“I love Uggs, especially the Ultra Minis; they’re my favorite,” responded sophomore Morgan Ritter.
Numerous students reported that clothing is a way in which they bond with their friends or find people with common interests. Whether it’s shopping together or looking for inspiration together, many see this as an important aspect of friendship. Clothes and fashion are a big interest for many young people, so it’s natural that communities and friends are made through this, as it’s such a simple visual cue for many to pick up.
“[Friends and I] go shopping together sometimes, or we just give each other our clothes,” sophomore Faith White responded.
A wide variety of students cite either Pinterest or Tiktok for their style inspiration. These apps tend to be fashion hubs among many teenagers and young adults as they are the main places online in which outfit cultivation, hauls and nearly every fashion niche appears all at once. Especially with Pinterest, the ability to create boards and outfits that particularly match an individual’s style is one of its main selling points for students. Tiktok is also known for its hyper-specific algorithm, so it’s likely no issue for individuals to find clothes and styles that they like.
Even though students have to worry about the SATs and PSAT, college applications, big projects and general school stress, many students still use their clothing to express themselves during the fall and experiment with their style.
