Layering might as well be the only “style” I attempt. It offers you a way to change up your outfit daily and prepare for upcoming temperature changes and possible accidents. It’s also a very fashion forward way to dress. The more layers the better. It’s a skill you can truly feel accomplished by.
- Nebraska Weather
For those of you born and raised in our great state you are all too familiar with the bi-polar climate that is Nebraska weather. And for those of you newbies just joining in I’s sure it only took a few weeks to figure out that Nebraska has no idea what seasons are. Every day can be different. It could be blizzarding ice and snow on a Monday and be Wednesday you’re seeing people wearing shorts because it’s 50+ degrees outside. Layers are essential to living in these crazy climate changes. Always coming prepared for cold with a light jacket or sweater that can easily be styled over a cute t-shirt is a trick I learned in like fifth grade. Always having a raincoat or umbrella stashed in your backpack or a change of shoes for when the weather decides to flip during your 9 am class.
- No two buildings on campus are ever the same temperature
Honestly I don’t understand why every building isn’t just kept at the same general temperature. But since no two buildings ever have the same heat waves running through it learning how to layer is almost a requirement. Classes in the basements are always freezing and sometimes I’ve even had to go as far as bring a blanket to class. And upstairs rooms might as well be saunas. It becomes a major skill to be able to layer together the perfect outfit according to what the temperatures in your classes are like throughout the semester.
- Day to Night
This might be one of the hardest of all five for me to accomplish and still look like I know what I’m doing when it comes to fashion. Finding the perfect mix of hobo and Night time babe can truly be a gift if you do it right. It encompasses everything from the layers you put on your body to the amount of layers of makeup you cake onto your face. It may be hard but when achieved you truly can consider yourself and accomplished college woman.
- Accidents
I know probably more than I should that accidents happen. Whether it’s dropping your chicken wings on your white top or the lovely and ever so kind monthly gift; we all have sometimes need a change of clothes or something to cover up an accident. Wearing a jacket can be a great help. Just wrap around your waist and people might think you planned that. Spill something on your shirt and you can just button up your jacket and wear the shirt you had on underneath.
- It’s Fashionable
Besides all of these crazy reasons, layering is fashionable. It’s an easy way to look like you actually pay attention to what’s popular. It’s also a great way to look cute and still be comfortable (my main goal in life). You always be prepared and look hot while doing it!