Keeping it cool in unbearable heat is not always an easy task. Dressing head-to-toe in these end-of-the-season must-haves won’t make you sacrifice style for functionality.
Senior Elizabeth Baert was spotted wearing a patterned romper from Zara on her way to an interview at Urban Outfitters.
“It’s super flow-y and not clingy, which is a must in this absurd, sauna-like heat,” she said.
She paired the romper with strappy sandals — great for long walks to class, yet breathable and bearable in rising temperatures.
“It’s loose and fun,” she said. “It’s one article, so I don’t have to mess with a bunch of pieces.”
Easy, breezy, fabulous. Baert followed rule No. 1 when under the sun: keep your clothes free and loose.
Printed dresses and everything pastel for these last few weeks of summer are great choices to prep for the heat.
With Labor Day just around the corner, it’s time to squeeze in the white jeans and soft hues before packing them away for the long months ahead.
And girls are not the only ones concerned with staying cool.
Senior Kyle Swanson was seen wearing a Vineyard Vines tee and khaki’s to class Tuesday.
“It’s really vibrant and colorful,” he said. “It was the coolest thing in my wardrobe.”
Dark colors absorb heat, so opting for light and bright colors is the smartest way to feel breezy and protected.
When it seems too easy to throw on a tank and athletic shorts, stylish students fight the urge in crocheted tunics and floral runner shorts.
Senior Sabrina Alvarez opted for a white cotton V-neck from H&M — simple yet stylish with her statement necklace.
Avoiding synthetic fibers like rayon and polyester will encourage breathability.
Cotton absorbs sweat and dries faster; sticking to simple colors and accenting with light-weight jewelry is a great way to decorate any look.
“It’s 90 degrees out, so I needed something that was comfy and flowy,” Alvarez said.
She paired her top with high-waisted lounge shorts, a fabulous option for a practical, minimalist look.
“The hotter it is, the less makeup I want to wear because I’m just going to sweat it off anyway,” Alvarez said.
She makes a good case for shortening the morning ritual.
With summer weather coming to an end, the forecast for fall looks stylish and sophisticated in new neutrals and long coats. Stay tuned for more of September’s a la mode.
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