Mira La Belle: back to school

What I Wore: Clad in Plaid

, by Ijenna Osuji

It's that time again- back to school shopping (yaaaaaay!!!!) I know this is coming real late, my apologies. I don't believe in totally changing your wardrobe every time a school starts, just taking a few pieces to spice up your basics. Or to stock on the basics if you don't have them already. Here are my picks...

Baseball jackets literally borrowed from the boys

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I like the way masculine/masculine inspired clothing looks on females. I think it accentuates our femininity. Plus, they look really funky. Throw one of these on a dress and voila!

Brogues

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Awesome shoes brogues definitely are. They are complement any outfit from a girly dress to slouchy pants. Gotta love them.

Ballet flats

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Not just typical ballet flats, the more interesting ones that can dress up any look. On those days one rolls outta bed for classes, one needs a funky ballet flat handy to just throw a dress on. Same basics, different look.

Maxi dresses

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Because of it's versatility, style and comfort, a maxi dress is a must-have. For those days you don't feel solid, go print! (lame pun, I know)

Backpacks

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They're funky. Check. Comfortable. Check. Practical. Check. What are you waiting for?

clutch bags

Perfect for a night out. So...why not??

Asymmetrical skirts

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Because they add structure...

Stripes

midi-dress, mini-dress, skirt, tunic, blazer, shirt

Stripes = classic. They go with everything in your wardrobe. Everything, including prints! I am actually stripe crazy at the moment. Bonus points if you combine two different stripe separates!