3 Dynamic, Fun Ways to Add Color to Your Wardrobe By Ivana Walters

When you enrolled in college, you probably pictured yourself studying, having fun and spending a lot of time on campus. You might not have pictured what you’d be wearing while doing that, but it turns out it’s not very different from one day to the next. Since you spend pretty much all of your time on campus, your roommates, classmates and friends have become far too accustomed to the limited-sized wardrobe you could bring with you. Even though most universities offer relaxed environments, it can be depressing to be limited to a small closet if you consider yourself fashionable.

As a young adult, your means may be limited, but your eye for fashion needn’t be. The key to making the most out of a small, plain wardrobe is colorful, brightly colored accessories. Mix and match a single brightly colored piece with anything in your closet – whether it’s pajamas you don’t feel like changing out of or a business suit you’re wearing to a job interview. Choose accessories that are not only stylish, but also functional, and you’ll have no trouble making room for them even in limited closet space. There’s no need to buy an entirely new wardrobe when you can make a statement with a bright burst of color.

Sneakers

There are few things more suited to the young adult than a pair of comfortable, colorful sneakers. Between running to class, working out and running around town, you’re often on your feet as a young adult. You won’t always often feel like wearing uncomfortable dress shoes, especially if you’re having a lazy, comfortable day entirely on campus. Even running to and from work is much more comfortable in quirky sneakers, and you can always put on the boring dress shoes once you get there. Wearing a bright and bold pair of sneakers makes running around less of a pain. Plus, it’s very retro and in fashion to wear sneakers that scream “uniquely you.”

Hats

Most of the time you spend on campus is in fall, winter and spring, the three least warm times of the year. Even if you’re just going from a dorm room to a classroom to the library and back, you’re exposed to cold weather, biting winds and snow or rain. Even commuting to work can get chilly. Bundle up to reduce the likelihood of getting sick, and pick out a brightly-colored hat to protect your ears and head. Hot pink, deep blue, and dynamic purple are just a few of the stylish color options you’ll find in a warm, cozy design. Plus, when it’s snowing out, having that bright color on your head will make it easier for other people to see you, which makes it safer for you if you’re walking near the campus drive and visibility is low for drivers.

Leggings

Leggings are not only fashionable, they’re functional, as they keep you warm. Pair them with a skirt or even shorts. You can also have just a hint of leggings peeking out at the bottom of a pair of pants. The bolder the design, the more fashionable you’ll be, especially when they’re paired with a plain colored top. You can even wear an overlong sweater or t-shirt over leggings with a belt at the waist. It’s as comfortable as pajamas but far more stylish.

Stock up on brightly colored accessories and it won’t matter how drab the rest of your wardrobe is. Basic dark attire needs only a small spark of color to make you look stylish. Draw the eye to your bright and bold accessory, and have fun in even casual attire every day.