The most predictable winter fashion trends at CU Boulder

Yes, you can still look good while playing in the snow

CU’s winter may be long, but the fashion trends for this season are seemingly endless. Although we all look forward to this time of year to cover up every part of our unshaven legs and recent weight gain, there are many trends to keep up with during the winter. Boys or girls, going out or staying in, the trends for this winter season are key to keeping warm and fashionable around campus.

For the girls

Pom-pom Hats

Were you up all night studying (or Facebook stalking your crush) so you didn’t have time to shower before class? Pom-pom hats are the perfect accessory to keep warm and cover up your hair that has been in a ponytail for the past three days. These hats come in real and fake fur, so depending on whether you consider this a splurge or not, the options are limitless.

Graphic T’s

Along with being comfortable and easy to slip on before heading out, Graphic T’s are the perfect addition to any leggings and boots outfit whether going out or staying in. Another bonus to these shirts is that they come in all designs, so whether you want to pretend to be a fan of a rock band you’ve never heard of, or have a specific preference for the design, there are many stylish options.

Fur coats

These coats can be seen among about half of the female population on campus, but for good reason. Along with being extremely comfortable, these are also flattering for the sole reason that they cover up about half of your body. Coming in a variety of colors in real and faux fur, these versatile coats are a great addition to any night or daytime outfit.

For the guys

Patagonia 

Not going to lie, I own a Patagonia vest myself so I understand the popularity of them. Along with being extremely comfortable, these vests are a great addition to any boy’s (or girl’s) outfit to add a casual addition of warmth. For the men who prefer to dress plain, these vests come in many different patterns or no pattern at all.

Tims

These boots are the perfect footwear for the winter. Along with being extremely comfortable and warm on the inside, these add a perfect “lumberjack” look to any outfit. They are easy to walk in the snow with too, so you can take the shortcut sprinting through piles of snow while trying to make it on time to your 8am.

Flannels 

Flannels are the perfect winter time shirt for guys because they add a perfect layer of warmth. These shirts could be warn over a white shirt and under a vest, so it is easy to take off if you accidentally set your heater to 80 degrees in the middle of the night. Flannels also look good on almost every body type, boy or girl, making it a perfect layer to tie around your waist for girls.


CU’s students have great style and winter is definitely a time to showcase it. Whether it is your favorite season because you do not have to shave your legs or simply because your Instagrams in the snow get almost double the amount of likes, this season is a time where fashion forward students can showcase current trends while also keeping warm.

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