SN Style: Europe meets india rock in this traveler's wardrobe

The State News caught up with MSU student Colette Ngana to talk about her indie-rocker-meets-casual-student style. Colette’s style is influenced in part by her worldly background. Living in France for three years and traveling Europe showed this premedical freshman how to express herself by mixing cultural stylings.

The State News How would you describe your style?

Colette Ngana It’s kind of a mix of a bunch of different things; it changes from day to day depending on how I feel like dressing.

SN So your mood affects how you dress?

CN Sometimes. If I feel kind of sick or not very good, I’ll just wear a blah outfit, but if I’m feeling a little more upbeat and happy, I want to look cute.

SN Have you always had the same style?

CN I don’t think since I’ve started college it’s changed, but it hasn’t always been like this … I’ve been a little more daring with what I like to wear, not exactly caring as much about what people think.

SN How has living in different places affected your style?

CN I lived in France just outside of Paris for three years. Being able to travel a lot and see different cultures and the way other people dress helped me learn to mix different styles together.

SN Does the type of music you listen to influence your style?

CN I guess you could say that. I usually like low-key bands like indie rock, and I like the fact that they’re not so much into always looking perfect. They’re more about the music.

SN Do you have a wardrobe that will be accommodating when it gets cold?

CN Since I’m going to be here, I’ll have to change a little bit. I like to wear dresses and tights during winter, but I’ll still wear cute stuff and stay warm.

Published on Thursday, August 28, 2008