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U Mass Amherst | Style > Fashion

My Two-Piece Set Addiction is Getting Out of Hand

Dominique Pierre Student Contributor, University of Massachusetts - Amherst
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at U Mass Amherst chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

I’ve developed an addiction. Every day I wear a two-piece set. As a 20-year-old college girl, they have become a staple in my closet. I currently have over 20 two-piece sets. I don’t know how I got here. I do have a shopping addiction, but how did I gain so many two-piece sets?

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convenience

Convenience has become something that I don’t have to think about. Whenever I have somewhere I need to go: two-piece set. In college, I have developed a busy schedule. There are always too many things to do. Too many places to go. Two-piece sets have eliminated my need to think about one more thing. They’ve become so deeply ingrained in my routine because I never have to think about them. It has become automatic. 

Comfortability

Most two-piece sets are made of breathable materials. When I have a lot going on, my top priority is comfort. There’s no worrying about stiff clothes or jeans that tighten when you sit. On days when I am running around, I don’t want my outfit to get in the way. Two-piece sets are perfect for when I want to feel comfortable and stylish.

Style

They have given me the pleasure of looking put together in the most low-effort way possible. The pieces I gravitate towards each have their own flair. I will often buy the same set in a different color. I have never come across a set that I didn’t think was cute. Many people describe sets as being basic, but I disagree. They are simple, yet nice. It’s something I don’t think about. It grants you a cute look without having to think about it. 

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Versatility

My favorite part is that they can fit any occasion. Casual set for class. Athletic set for the gym. Cute set for going out. Pajama set. I have collected one for every area of my life. It has weaseled its way into my wardrobe. There are so many options that I can’t help but buy them all. Finding clothing that looks good and fits the occasion is not the easiest task. Two-piece sets achieve both.

This is essentially my way of trying to get you to join me. Two-piece sets have become a breath of fresh air for me. It has allowed me to allocate my time to other things I care about. I am a girl with a lot going on. I’m a student, I work at a cafe, a teaching assistant, an intern, a club president, and a journalist. All while trying to take care of myself, spend time with friends, and take on new experiences. Throughout all, I care deeply about what goes on my body. I need something that will meet all my requirements for a good outfit. I can’t be running around in something that doesn’t make me feel my best. So, if you are searching for a clothing item that is stylish, comfortable, and versatile, look no furthur than two-piece sets. 

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Dominique Pierre

U Mass Amherst '27

Dominique is an Honors Political Science student at UMass Amherst, planning to become an attorney and advocate for marginalized communities. She is interested in criminal justice, community empowerment, and access to legal resources.

Beyond Her Campus, she is the President of UMass National Black Law Student Association Pre-Law Chapter. She has served as a UMass Women Into Leadership Peer Mentor. She has also been a Research Assistant in the Reimagining Justice Lab and a Teaching Assistant for Sociology First Year Seminar.

In her free time, she goes to the gym, reads, bakes, and spends time with family and friends. Dominique also spends a lot of time watching Marvel and DC Comics shows and movies.