Fashionable is the New Comfortable

University students usually get a bad reputation for the clothing they wear.  In many classes we have had to describe the typical "college student dress".  It usually includes something on the line of...

• Sweatshirts
• Sweatpants
• T-shirts
• Tennis shoes
• Flip flops
• Jeans

I personally don't really find much of this appealing, but in all actuality, this is how many students at Ball State dress. I took the liberty to find some students who dressed a little outside the stereotypical box and asked them a few questions about their personal style.

Courtney Hoglund

Outside Business Building

Courtney is a fashion merchandising student from Chicago, IL.  While growing up in Chicago, she has been surrounded by people who take chances with their clothing and style, which has influenced her today.  Rachel Zoe is an inspiration to her.  Courtney likes to pair comfy with trendy on some days.  Most days, she will be sporting something more trendy, boho, or classic glam.   Today she is wearing a Free People dress. 

Thomas Mcanulty

Sitting outside AJ

Thomas is from Carmel, IN and knew a thing or two about fashion.  He told me that he loves looking at runway trends and especially likes D&G but doesn't really follow them for his personal fashion inspiration.  He gets looks inspired from LOOKBOOK.  Today he was wearing a Hollister polo, RayBan sunglasses, and Rue 21 shorts.  

Jeff Hurst

In the Village

Jeff is from Avon, IN but would look comfortably casual among the folks in NYC.  He made it clear that he will never sport any flashy labels! He reads GQ religiously and will only wear clothing that fits his body well.  Urban Outfitters, Topman, H&M, and Burberry are among his favorite stores as they know how to fit the slim sized men like himself.  Today he was wearing a Burberry tie, Insight sweater, Levis pants, Tom Ford sunglasses, and an H&M oxford shirt. 

As the point has been made clear, Ball State students don't just go for the comfortable lazy look.  These three students are just a handful that live each day as it were their runway.  Since street fashion has become so big lately (think of this blog or again, this one here), its important to be able to look around and get inspired. 

Lengthy affairs

All over the Spring 2011 runways, there was length.  This is a continuation from its counterpart Fall 2010, as seen here in Unique collection. 

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For Spring 2011, colors are light, cuts are flirty, and materials are light.  This style definitely takes inspiration from past decades a la 1950s and 1960s.  This creates a simple, not so fussy style which mimics this present season. 

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Chris Benz works this look the best with his retro style and beautiful patterns. 

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Barbara Tfank recognized the same style with a definite 50s 

influence, which incorporate long skirts paired with blouses.   

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 Behnaz Sarafpour make it a purpose to use sustainable fabrics 

to show a connection with nature.  Here, an a-line skirt is the perfect match for a simple tank.

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As a somewhat new designer, Jason Wu yet again puts the right 

spin in his collection.  Mixing texture with design, this outfit hits right on target.

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This Verrier dress hits below the knee and fits the body in a slim way, 

drawing emphasis to the waist, and creating a lady-like silhouette. 

For spring, pair an ankle length skirt with a simple tank or collared shirt for a simple, everyday ensemble. 

Blogging has been the most talked about accessory since 2007.  Everyone wants one, or at least, everyone reads one.  My blog du jour has been Cupcakes and Cashmere which has given me a lot of inspiration on fashion as well as blogging.  This new type of network is quite similar to fashion in many ways, it is fast paced, gives the writer a way to express themselves, and has worldwide attention. 
Of course this blog has certain restrictions for class assignments, but similarly to the internet world itself, ideas will be endless and it doesn't have to stop when the semester is over.
The title of this blog comes from the date in which Ball State was named, in 1965.  Because this is for school, and we will have BSU related posts, I wanted to incorporate something about this university without really having to use the words Ball State, Cardinals, or the godforsaken Funcie...