Howard's Winter Fashion
Emma Stuber '22 Arts & Entertainment Editor
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As cold weather quickly approaches this season, Howard students brave the dropping temperatures with heavier layers and coats. But this doesn’t mean that style is compromised; instead, it has been enhanced by all of the fashion possibilities that winter has to offer! Students and teachers alike are flaunting their latest cold-weather attire all throughout the school. From beanies to flannels; here’s what you should be wearing this December and winter season.
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One of the most essential aspects about winter is the need for layering. Sweaters that are layered beneath coats, which are then layered beneath scarves, mittens and hats keep people warm yet remain fashionable with many practical combinations. A very popular outfit that’s often found on students around Howard layers a hoodie under a thick coat, commonly a contrasting color of puffer jacket or trench coat. Darker neutral colors, such as brown, tan, white, black, navy blue, red and orange, have recently been a popular trend in winter and fall fashion. Many teenagers often frequent vintage thrift stores to find specific pieces of clothing that fit this theme. Online thrift stores such as Depop and Poshmark are hotspots for those in search of a particular brand or statement piece to add to their closet. Three of the most popular shoe brands this winter are Doc Martens, Converse and Nike Air Forces. The classic platform styles in the three brands are versatile and go with practically any outfit, as well as providing a slight streetwear-type edge to otherwise basic outfits.
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Another growing trend in recent years has been the craze of crochet. Many Howard students wear hats, tops, sweaters and even accessories such as bags and scarves made from the cozy knitted material. A founder of the Eco Fiber club at Howard, senior Maggie Wang shared her thoughts on this timeless trend. “I do think crochet accessories are popular in Gen Z fashion right now. During quarantine, I have seen people on social media remake and popularize celebrity crochet clothes such as the ‘Harry Styles cardigan’ and the ‘Kendall Jenner cardigan.’ And I have had more requests to make crocheted accessories such as keychains since it adds a cute touch to bags or pencil cases.” Wang, an avid crocheter herself, believes that the activity is a great way to practice sustainability in clothing: “For me, the popularity of crochet comes from the sustainable fashion movement and people’s creativity. I’m really happy people are experimenting with crochet because it helps the environment and small business. My friends and I wanted to help others during Covid. So I founded “Eco Fiber”, a crochet club where students can make clothes for the homeless in Howard County, which is extremely helpful for the coming winter. We meet in B207 on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month.”
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If you are a lover of all things fashion, Eco Fiber club is a perfect outlet to help others while practicing your skills in creativity. All in all, wintertime is a great season for experimenting with layering and new materials.
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