Life can be stressful at this time of year – the term two workload starts really kicking in, the weather is up and down and Valentine's Day causes headaches whether you're single or in a relationship. Your wardrobe should be the least of your worries. You want something simple and stylish, but something that's not going to take ages to accessorise. At times like this, follow this Fashionista's trend and go back to basics.

You can't get much more basic than the cotton sweatshirt. This one is worn big, though, so it's almost like a dress and the burnt orange tone makes it stand out beside the black coat. The chunky look on top creates an imbalance in her proportions that draws the eye to her bottom half and her statement leggings. My fellow Style Guru, Eleanor Perkins, showed us how to style leggings a few weeks back  and Brunel students definitely go all out for this trend. These ones are vertically striped with alternating sheer and cotton, which is ideal for elongating her legs. If you want to try statement leggings ASOS have a good selection at the moment at reasonable prices.

The sequinned baseball boots finish off the look and prove that simple accessorising can go a long way; the colours match her top half, linking the looks together. These boots are so practical at this time of year; they're fine come rain or shine and the flat rubber soles mean she can get around campus quickly.

This Fashionista has shown that you don't always need elaborate patterns or crazy designs to stand out from the crowd. This February, basics are best.

Hint: There are shops out there that do basics really well. American Apparel is one of them. They have a great range of sweatshirts and cardigans, as well as a selection of vintage accessories in most stores, so you can really complete your outfit. If you're on a tighter budget, though, shops like Primark and H&M have basics sections, too.