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

If your hometown or city is anything like mine, the night before Thanksgiving is the biggest night to go out. It is one of the few times of the year that most people are home at the same time visiting family and preparing for the next day’s festivities.

When you’re probably going to be running into your entire high school graduating class at the bars or at a party (whether you like it or not), dressing-to-impress is a must. Show off your cool, sophisticated, college-girl style in one of these hot numbers!

1.  Dress and Tights

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When you were searching out parties and under 21 bars in your pre-college days, you probably showed up wearing skimpy tight dresses, or jeans and crop tops. It’s time to step up your game, fashionistas! Pair a classic dress in a bold color with black tights and a nice, structured jacket. While it may not show off a whole lot of skin, you will look sexy in a much more mature, classic way. You can still have a ton of fun with your outfit by adding killer accessories like studded heels or a crazy clutch.

2. Leather Pants

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Nothing screams badass more than a pair of well-fit leather pants. Pair them with a peplum top with strong shoulders to look like you just stepped out of New York Fashion Week. Girls will look on in envy while guys will wonder at the confidence that only a girl in leather pants could pull off.

3. Classic Jumpsuit

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Looking for a grown-up fall version of the romper? Choose a black jumpsuit, with fitted legs and a belt to cinch in your waist. Your body will look incredible, and the streamlined look will give the impression that you are significantly taller than you are, especially when paired with heels.

Have fun ladies, but make sure to be safe!

Rachel is a senior at Hofstra University where she majors in journalism with minors in fine arts photography and creative writing. The Rochester, NY native is involved in several organizations on campus including the Hofstra chapters of Ed2010 and She's the First. She is also an RA in a freshman residence hall. Rachel has interned at College Lifestyles, Cosmopolitan, The Knot Magazine, and is now interning at Us Weekly. She hopes to someday fulfill her dreams of being an editor at a magazine. Until then, she is a dreamer, a wanderlust and a lover of haikus. Follow her on Twitter for silly and sarcastic tidbits @rcrocetti!