It's not just female freshers who might be worrying about what to wear – for guys the decision can be just as important. Joseph Kent, a recent journalism graduate from Bournemouth University, snaps streetstyle photos on his blog, and here shares his tips for guys on what to wear for your first week at university.
And the most important thing for any student is to be comfortable during freshers' week, says Aisling Megan, fashion blogger at Fash-ling.
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Most lecturers don't care what you wear to university, as long as you show up for their lectures. That said, I think the way students dress should encourage a mindset of working and studying hard. This doesn't mean wearing a business suit, but taking the time to dress at least somewhat tidily reflects a conscientious attitude.
The simplest solution is "smart-casual". Wear a smart shirt, and the rest of the outfit is yours to play with. University isn't a 9-5 office job, so you can throw on your jeans and a pair of trainers. And a jumper will keep you warm in the air-conditioned lecture halls as well as outside in the autumnal weather.
My most important recommendation for your outfit is a reasonably-sized rucksack. Back at school, rucksacks weren't cool. Everybody compared you to a tortoise with that backpack full of textbooks. But the rucksack is overall the most supportive and transportable bag, with plenty of room for your computer, notepad, books, and those bottles of cider you pick up on the way back to your student flat.
Aisling Megan, Fash-ling
Comfort is key for your first week of university. You might be feeling a bit delicate from the night before, and chances are you'll have to run around to different places on campus, so make sure you're feeling comfy.
While you will want to make a good impression on your new classmates, remember that you will see these guys all day every day for the next three years – my number one bit of advice is stick to what you know.
If you're the kind of girl who wears heels everyday then do, but if you're not then don't try to be someone you're not. I think a simple shirt and jean combo is timeless and feels fashionable too. It's not too overdone.
I chose slip on shoes and my favourite statement jumper; it's elements like this where you can show off your personality without going too over the top.
Finally, I've gone for an oversized bag so I can fit in all my notepads, books and many bits of paper that you will be given on your first day. Because trust me, there will be a lot.
The most important thing is to wear an outfit that makes you feel great. You'll be doing so many new things and meeting a lot of new people so you definitely don't want to be wearing an outfit that makes you feel awkward.
