Throughout the last few weeks we have been traipsing the hallways, scouring the buildings and perusing cafeterias, trying to track down the stylish scholars of Robert Gordon University!
Throughout the last few weeks I have been traipsing the hallways, scouring the buildings and perusing cafeterias, trying to track down the stylish scholars of Robert Gordon University.
I was successful, but not before experiencing some rejection as I tentatively approached a number of potential subjects. The phrase “Sorry I’m going to a class” was a favourite as they bolted in the opposite direction. Or a shake of the head accompanied by a nervous smile and slow retreat. I finally managed to pin down and convince three style conscious students to; stop, let me take their picture and talk to me about their fashion do’s, don’ts and words of wisdom. My favourite of which would have to be “Just never wear Uggs!”, because, it is excellent advice! The three girls I “interviewed” all had varying takes on fashion and what style meant to them. This was illustrated through the unique and distinct way each of them fashioned their outfits.
Name: Madupe
Age: 21
Course: Pharmacy
How would you describe your style?
Minimal, jump out of bed and anything goes.
Who inspires your style/who is your style icon?
Everyone and everything.
What is your favourite piece of clothing?
Versace inspired bomber jacket.
What would you never wear?
Uggs!” *said with great exclamation*
What are your wardrobe essentials?
Basic Ts and blue jeans.
Heels, flats or trainers? Formal shoes, boots or trainers?
Trainers.
Where do you like to shop?
Topshop.
Designer, high street or vintage?
All of them, I have no favourite.
What are your fashion words of wisdom?
Just never wear Uggs!
Name: Anna
Age: 21
Course: Fashion Management
How would you describe your style?
Lazy and Comfy.
Who inspires your style/who is your style icon?
Any Scandinavian person.
What is your favourite piece of clothing?
Coats, always coats.
What would you never wear?
Anything with a cannabis leaf on it.
What are your wardrobe essentials?
Huge, oversized coats for layering.
Heels, flats or trainers? Formal shoes, boots or trainers?
Trainers by day but I have to admit I love a heel for night.
Where do you like to shop?
Cos.
If you could own one piece of clothing or accessory what would it be?
A Chanel suit or vintage Valentino.
Designer, high street or vintage?
Vintage designer, I like to buy things which last not throw away fashion.
What are your fashion words of wisdom?
Be different because normal is boring!
Name: Sophie
Age: 19
Course: Fashion Management
How would you describe your style?
Casual yet feminine.
Who inspires your style/who is your style icon?
My mother. Along with general sportswear and high fashion.
What is your favourite piece of clothing?
Skirts.
What would you never wear?
Bootcut trousers - simply as they do not suit my body type!
What are your wardrobe essentials?
Adidas 'Superstars' trainers, a beanie and a parka jacket.
Heels, flats or trainers?
TRAINERS -- without a doubt.
Where do you like to shop?
Urban outfitters (despite its ridicule pricing), Brandy Melville, Bik Bok and vintage stores.
If you could own one piece of clothing or accessory what would it be?
A Vera Wang wedding dress. Whether or not I chose to wed.
Designer, high street or vintage?
Vintage!
What are your fashion words of wisdom?
Dress for yourself. Be comfy. Slay.