Today was an almost fruitless search for a Fashionista. The recent rainy days have broken a streak of glorious, sunny spring weather here at Bucknell. Under the dreary threat of rain showers, campus is a soggy and homogeneous mass of sweatpants and rain-ready clothes. It was difficult to find a Fashionista that didn’t surrender to the overwhelming desire to ditch fashion for comfort in the gloomy weather. On the cusp of losing faith, I was thrilled to spot a determined Fashionista rocking a pale pink scarf, perfectly cuffed jeans and a cute pair of Sperry Top-Siders. This Fashionista was the ideal subject for this week’s post with her fashionable and optimistic outfit.
Dressing for the rain always comes down to finding the perfect balance between comfort, practicality and style. Most rainy mornings Bucknell students turn to their go-to Hunter boots to help navigate a damp campus, which is why I appreciated this Fashionista’s different choice for waterproof footwear. She has on a pair of Sperry's, which are classic shoes that are great for almost any weather. They come in tons of different colors and types like metallic and pretty pink seersucker. These shoes are a great alternative to rain boots because you can pair them with other bottoms besides tight skinnies or leggings that need to be tucked in and are a typical rainy day staple.
To help fight the chill in the air, this Fashionista wrapped a big scarf around her neck that allows her to maintain a minimal, casual aesthetic as well as a functional shield from the cold. This extra layer is perfect for unpredictable spring weather and can be easily removed for those brief spots of sunshine.
Take a cue from the pictured Fashionista and look for alternative fashion choices for rainy days. If these April showers bring May flowers, what will May Fashionistas have to offer?