A bustier is a rare daytime find on a college campus. A white lace bustier may make many of you recall Madonna circa “Like a Virgin,” but this Fashionista’s bustier was modern and classy enough to wear to a seminar class. Her look incorporates lace, a huge trend currently, while still having an air of sophistication. I would love to see more bustiers being rocked at Pomona; they are daring, trendy, and flirty.
Name: Samantha Stewart
Major: Math
Year: Freshman
CollegeFashionista: Who or what influences your style?
Samantha Stewart: I’m from New York City, so it would be a lie if I said the city itself wasn’t a huge fashion influence. My older sister is also a huge style icon of mine. She has her own blog Opal by Opal and I really admire her fashion sense. We always share clothes and fashion tips!
CF: Do you have any fashion blogs that you would recommend?
SS: Carla’s Closet for sure! Her fashion sense is timeless and the overall atmosphere on her blog is really classy. I definitely aspire to have her sense of style when after I graduate.
CF: If you had to describe your style in three words what would they be?
SS: Classy, Colorful and NYC chic
CF: What is one trend for this season that you are excited to wear?
SS: For the spring semester I am really trying to incorporate lace into my wardrobe. All though I have a lot of it already I’m looking to acquire more colored lace. I’m also trying to find more vintage pieces.
How To: Wearing a bustier is sure to garner some attention so you might as well wear a bold color, such as electric blue and really stand out of the crowd. NASTY GAL offers a cutout bustier that is both bold and modern. Your top should be the main attraction so pair sleek cropped pants with sleek loafers. Adding a strong structured bag and a loose cardigan will pull your look together and keep you warm in the air-conditioned classrooms.