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How to Look Glam with 5 Closet Staples

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at UAB chapter.

This time of year, there are tons of things going on! Between back to school, family events, and parties, how’s a girl supposed to decide what to wear? Here’s how: cut down your wardrobe to basic items and make them glam with accessories! Every girl’s essentials should include the classic little black dress (LBD), a cute graphic tee, a cozy sweater, a button-up shirt, and a go-to denim.  Take these items and mix them together and add in shoes, jewelry, & makeup. Getting ready can be simple and fast without sacrificing comfort and style! Check out these outfits for various occasions that you can throw together to look effortlessly fabulous!

 

Your crazy mom and dad are hosting a party for all of your extended family; stressful enough, right? After helping Mom cook and making sure the house stays presentable, you barely have time to get ready! Grab your trusty jeans and basic sweater, adding bright jewelry, a scarf, and soft, sparkly make-up, to look put together before the doorbell rings.

You’ve got plans with your beau, a coffee date. Of course, you want to look cute and polished; so call on your never-fail LBD. Pair it with stylish leopard accessories, dainty earrings, and a swipe of bright lip-gloss. Bring along your warm, neutral coat so you don’t get chilly while you’re sipping your Peppermint Mocha.

You and the girls are all geared up for some crazy fun tonight, until you realize you have no idea what to wear! Start with your LBD and throw on fierce jewelry, sky-high heels, and a metallic eye shadow. Your simple dress will let your hips do the talking while you dance the night away.

The weather is beautiful and crisp, so you and a few friends decide to take a walk into town for lunch. After lounging around or studying, you need to throw something on to look nice in just a minute or two. Grab your good ol’ jeans, comfy t-shirt, and button up denim. Toss on your coat and boots, slick on lip balm, curl your lashes, and slip out the door!

Hey, there! My name is Rachel Higgins, and I am a student at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. I was born and raised near New Orleans, but I count Birmingham as one of my second homes. I'm a crazy cat lady, coffee/candy addict, literature lover, and self-taught makeup artist. I hope you enjoy browsing around all of the great articles on UAB's HC page! 
Jakeya is a Sophomore at The University of Alabama at Birmingham. Her Major is Healthcare Administration w/ a minor in Nutrition Science. In her spare time, Jakeya enjoys reading, writing, shopping and spending time with her family. In addition to being Editor-and-Cheif of HC UAB, Jakeya is an active member of the NAACP, and the Student Actvities Council at UAB. When Jakeya is not hard at work with school, extra-curriculars, or her job at taco bell, you can find her somewhere snuggled with her boyfriend and a good movie. You can contact her at Jakeyajohnson@hercampus.com