For the most part, men’s fashion doesn’t get the same attention as women’s fashion — mostly because the average college male doesn’t seem to care what he’s wearing.
According to Search Engine Watch, 92 percent of the pins on Pinterest are made by women. So where does a college guy turn? Here are some easy tips for looking fly during Michigan’s snowy season.
Tops
Peacoats — Instead of breaking out the traditional windbreaker-material, heavy-duty winter coat, sacrifice the warmth and utility for a bit of class. A peacoat’s buttoned-up and collared style creates a more preppy look and could make any outfit more fashionable.
Vests — Despite a vest’s lack of sleeves, vests can deliver almost traditional coat-levels of warmth — that is, if you wear long sleeves underneath it. Vests allow you to be a little creative with your outfit with your exposed sleeves and deliver on both style and utility.
Cardigans — Winter is the layer season. Cardigans can be thrown on top of almost any type of shirt. If you’re going for a classier look, put a cardigan over a button up collared shirt. For a more casual look, wear a solid color crew neck or Henley shirt. If you just can’t decide, throw a combination of different types of shirts under a cardigan — the more layers the better.
Funnel Neck Hoodies — Unlike the traditional hoodie, the hoods go straight up to create a sort of “funnel” rather than hang on your back like the traditional hoodie. If scarves aren’t your thing, these serve as a great way to keep your neck warm and looking good while doing it.
Henley Shirts — If cardigans are too preppy for you, simplicity can be fashionable too. The traditional Henley long-sleeved shirt may not be the most fashion-forward piece of clothing, but shows that you put effort into looking good.
Bottoms
Khakis — Ladies love khakis. Beyond the traditional denim, which can go with almost anything, khakis add an extra dose of dapperness to your outfit.
Corduroys — This type of pant comes in a variety of different colors, so you can really cater these type of pants for a variety of outfits. The material also tends to be soft, so your legs will be nice and cozy.
Shoes
Boots — Walking around campus on those snowy days can be a daunting and dangerous task with regular shoes. Ditch those practical industrial snow boots and throw on a pair of boots that doesn’t look like a pair your mom made you wear in first grade. Timberland boots seem to be the men’s equivalent of UGG boots around campus. If you can’t afford the high price tag of the Timberland’s, there are many similar-looking cheap alternatives.
Sneakers — When your boots begin to smell, slip on the ol’ reliable sneakers. Some of the most popular options are Vans sneakers or more sporty sneakers such as the Nike Lunar Oneshots.
Accessories
To accent your new fashionable clothes, consider getting a nice pair of leather gloves (perfect for holding hands with your honey) and a beanie to keep your head warm and be stylish while doing it. Don’t be afraid to whip out the man scarf either — it helps heat your neck and acts a nice accent to your peacoat on those extra chilly days.
