All the Gossip Girl fashion tips you should be copying to wear around Sheffield

Spotted, Blair-inspired headwear at Sheffield Station. Perfect for the windier days, practical and chic. An accessory that can bring together an outfit and says: “I made an effort this morning, even if you didn’t.”

Fashion-conscious students throughout South Yorkshire are pairing them with matching boots, and using them to add a pop of colour also seems a popular option in the steel city.

Academic attire

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A big trend right now around the Hallam city campus: Office and school attire. Think pleated skirts, blazer tops and button-up shirts. Perfect for lovers of the preppy look. You’d fit right in on those steps. A similar look to the one B wears in almost every episode during their school days. This blazer from Zara would match great with a plain white button-down, and thermal tights help with keeping warm.

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For a night out we tap into our inner Serena Van Der Woodsen with waistcoats that are S’ speciality. When it comes to fashion, we all have a thing or two to learn from her. A staple for Leopold Square, often worn to bottomless brunch.

Knee high boots

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Speaking of Miss Serena van der Woodsen, another thing we share in common? Knee high boots.

Day or night, a knee-high boot is a university, nay, a life, essential. Daytime lectures have seen tan, fur, and suede over a dark wash pair of skinny jeans. With Y2K making an appearance in the city, we’re almost diving into our TV screens. Students commented they found knee high boots to be popular on a night out too. Leather, buckles, chunky heels and square toes, you name it, we have it. I think Little J would be proud.

Chunky knit cable

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Lily Van Der Woodsen, this one is for you. Sheffield seems to be keeping warm this autumn, through a variety of cable knit jumpers and cardis. Thick ones to be precise.

Just like Lily through the seasons of Gossip Girl, the Moore is never short of oversized knitwear. Zara has a stunning new knit cardigan, perfect for mid-afternoon seminars or coffee breaks between lectures.

Leopard print

The most popular outfit trend by far in Sheffield now is leopard print, and like Georgina, she keeps coming back. Even those who prefer a more monotone outfit have been seen sporting leopard accessories such as bags and hats.

So, next time you’re planning your outfit for a lecture, job fair or a night on West Street, think about who you’re channelling through your fashion. Are you a Lily, Serena, Blaire, or Georgina? Maybe you’re a bit of them all.

Featured image via Netflix

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