Street Style - Hem Patel

As the weather gets colder, wetter and gloomier in the UK — Fashionistas across campus are wrapping up in layers to stay warm. I’m finding that a major trend is fur, and is being worn by most students attending university. This particular Fashionista was definitely dressed for the fur trend. She also exhibited some very bold prints, while throwing in some distinctive colors in her outfit as well.

Name: Hem Patel

Major: Fine Art

Year: Freshman

CollegeFashionista: What are you wearing, and where is it from?

Hem Patel: My coat is from Zara, mom jeans are from Topshop, the jumper is from H&M, shoes are from Next, this bag is from Primark and my watch is a Casio.

CF: What inspires your style?

HP: I find that most of the inspiration for my outfits comes from looking at the current features, clothes and accessories that are portrayed in magazines. I also find myself looking at the color trends which work to inspire each particular style. Being out, shopping and seeing something distinctive that catches my eye in the shop displays (in particular the featured mannequins), can also inspire me on what I should wear.

CF: What are your favourite items in your wardrobe?

HP: My favourite items in my wardrobe are: my silk kimono, an egg shell blue circle skirt, a wrap skirt, vintage oversized men’s shirts and my mom jeans. 

CF: What’s next on your shopping list?

HP: Next on the shopping list for me is most definitely a Céline skirt, a quilted sweatshirt, a hot pink clutch and a vintage Kenzo T-shirt.

How To: In order to achieve the stylish look that this Fashionista demonstrated, a simple piece of fur (or a fur gilet) can be your best friend. If you’d rather not wear real fur, then synthetic fur or even just a simple coat can provide the same stunning affect. If the bold colours and prints are not for you, a fluffy, knitted jumper can be really stylish, and will work just as well for this ensemble. The mom jeans are a huge trend right now, and they’re readily available in most vintage and quirky stores as well as flea markets. These work really well matched with a pair of “geek shoes.”

Style On, 

Ellie Christmas