Fashion

Penn State nightlife seems to have one season – summer. We prowl fratland as if it is 80 degrees in the dead of winter. Sure, we have our frackets to shield us from the tundra that is State College, but are we really being fashionable if we don’t dress for the season?

When it comes to investing in key winter pieces in Happy Valley, we think it’s imperative to purchase a pair of Hunter rain boots to match our long, down North Face winter jackets and yoga pants.

What you wear to the gym doesn’t seem like something that would really take a lot of thought; you’re going to work out, so you’re going to sweat, so you’d probably throw on some clothes you don’t care about and call it a day.

Chunky sweaters are taking over Pinterest boards and clothing racks. These oversized sweaters are so comfy and easy to wear that they have stayed on trend through many seasons now.

As winter is quickly approaching us here in Happy Valley, most college students turn to parkas, yoga pants and Uggs. This winter, don’t let the cold weather put a damper on your style.

By now, most of you already have your Halloween looks planned and perfected. But for those who either don’t have the time, or simply don’t want to spend a ton of money on a costume you’ll wear once, we’re here to help.

Shoes: whether or not you’re a shoe addict, you have to acknowledge their potential. The right pair of shoes can make an outfit and take it to a whole new level, whereas the wrong pair of shoes can make you look like got dressed in the dark.

Watch out all of you fashionistas out there; November 14th is quickly approaching. For those of you who don’t know why we’re so excited about this day, don’t worry because Valley’s got you covered.

Blue I.V. Boutique, 115 E. Beaver Ave., is featured as October’s LionCash+ Merchant of the Month. Until the end of the month, Blue I.V. customers will receive up to 15 percent off their purchase if they use Lion Cash.

Ever wish you could wear high-end designer clothing without breaking the bank? Then Rent the Runway, an apparel and accessory rental company, is for you.

This fall it’s all about the earth tones. Clothes this season are inspired by the rich, deep tones that are visible on the changing tress of University Park. Flashes of bling or a bright colors balance subdued tones like hunter green, plum purple or coffee brown.

No matter what age you are, there’s no denying that you want to look your best on Halloween. Dressing up with friends can be a ton of fun, but trying to get everyone on the same page can be stressful- to say the least.

The shop once known for wacky, custom-design t-shirts and endless gag gifts has transformed into a chic women’s retailer. The new People’s Nation offers college girls clothes for both daytime and nighttime in addition to loads of accessories.

Milan, one of the fashion capitals of the world, recently hosted their fall 2013 fashion week. Now, I know we all wish we could have been there, but let’s face it, we were stuck here in State College – not quite a fashion-forward city.

Halloween is finally around the corner, which means it’s time to start thinking about costumes. Yes, costumes, as in plural, because as we all know, Happy Valley celebrates all weekend long, and costume-repeats are a no-no.

If you want to add to your style, look no further than the British streets. Paris and Milan may be the fashion capitals of the world but the Brits know how mix reserved pieces with funky accents to create a punky chic look that is all their own. So why not borrow it?

Soon the season of nonstop leggings will be upon us as we bundle up to brave the frosty State College winters. But before you storm Lululemon’s website, you have to make sure your apple bottom looks good in those jeans.

So you’re getting ready for class – you’re dressed, make-up done, and your hair is tossed in a carefully crafted messy bun, but somehow you know your look just is not complete. You need to accessorize!

As you begin to exchange your summer cutoff shorts with a pair of fresh fall jeans, you will be faced with difficult denim decisions: skinny jeans or flared bottoms? What about light-washed versus dark-washed?