Who: Angela Su ‘12
Where: Mt. Auburn St.

1) Trapper Hat: Street Stand in New York
2) Funnel-Neck Coat: Urban Outffiters, on sale for $20
3) Black tights: H&M
4) Shoes: Alice and Olivia for Payless

So I am a fan of Anthropologie on Facebook, and they just released this amazing sneak peak lookbook titled “Midcentury Proper.” I love the 60’s looks in the academic setting! Looks like a prettier version of Widener Library.

Also, given my track record I have come to realize that I will probably choose “fashion” or “style” as my beat for this amorphous Editor’s Blog.

Amy Odell of NY Mag writes this headline: “Prada’s New Menswear Collection Contains Disturbing Harvard References.” Harvard? Disturbing? Prada? All in the same sentence? We were obliged to continue reading.

“We’re disturbed. Not by the tight cropped sweaters, for we’ve always been a proponent of men showing their figures and wearing less clothing…. But since when is Harvard a fashion point of reference? … Even if Harvard kids would never wear this stuff (or most things remotely more interesting than boat shoes with no socks), the problem is, the world doesn’t need them to think themselves any more important or WONDERFUL than they already think they are.”

Dear Amy, thank you for lazily subscribing to two of the oldest Harvard cliches ever: that Harvard student’s can’t dress well and that Harvard students are completely self-absorbed. A quick look through Noicethreads can prove the first wrong, and an actual encounter or conversation with any Harvard student will prove the second wrong.

But wait! It doesn’t end there. See Amy’s other fantastically incorrect vision of Harvard students in her article about Harvard Yard, the fashion line launched by Harvard:

“…Harvard Yard — a lawn we imagine makes a nice resting ground for Harvard students to repair glasses, wipe down their pocket protectors, and memorize an extra few digits of pi — inspired the spring collection.”

Yeah, that’s real original.

Proenza’s pre-fall collection has preppy vibes galore, and we all know how much I approve. With varsity jackets, oxfords, and (my favorite) PLAID shorts, this collection is a nice bit of prim and polish. The two looks above are my favorite. It’s a refreshing, conservative break from the dizzying amounts of studs, sequins, and embellishment-crazy pieces of fabric that have walked down the runway for the past few seasons.  [link]

Name: Jens Jacob Fredriksson, foreign exchange student ‘10
Where: Leverett G-Tower, near his room

Scarab-Beetle Hat: POC
Watch: Omega
Jeans: Evisu, bought in Berlin
Glasses: Porcshe, Swedish brand
Shoes: Gucci
Shirt: Magically appeared in closet one day
Neon Belt: Marc Jacobs

by Alisha Ramos ‘12
December 2009 Issue

In case you haven’t stepped outside in a while (and since this is Reading Period, this probably applies to many of you), let me clue you in on something: it’s freezing! With the combination of chilly temperatures, unbearable windchill, and finals, it might be tempting to step outside wearing sweatpants, Northface, and Uggs. But just because you’re stressed and cold does not mean it’s okay to look like a walking lump of fleece. Snap out of it and look decent! Below are some great winter coats and accessories that look great and will keep you warm and toasty. Besides, who knows? Maybe looking this fashionable in the winter will get you caught on Noicethreads.

BEST WINTER COATS

The Parka
The parka is my personal winter favorite because it’s warm, often has a fur-lined hood (perfect for snowy weather), and usually comes in neutral colors that can go with any wardrobe. The nicest parkas can be pretty pricey, ranging from around $100 and up, but it’s a great investment as a classic winter coat that won’t go out of style for a while.

For the guys: All-Son National Parka, Urban Outfitters, $98.

For the girls: Fur Padded Parka, Topshop, $160.

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Who: Anna Murphy ‘12, social studies concentrator
Where: Harvard Yard, outside of Sever

1) Floral Shirt: Salvation Army
2) Black Pants: American Apparel

Who: Roger Brett ‘10 Neurobiology and HAA
Where: Outside of Leverett G-Tower

1) Striped dress pants: Emporio Armani
2) Faux-fur bomber jacket: New York
3) Turtle-neck: Modern Lovers, bought in Tokyo
4) Bag + Shoes: Aldo

Who: Jen Berger
Where: Cafe Pamplona

Scarf, Stockings, Boots, Peacock headpiece: Urban Outfitters
Coat: Thrifted for 2 dollars
Lipstick: Chanel

Who: Che ‘11, economics concentrator & Eleganza style coordinator
Where: Science Center, outside of Cabot Library

1) Shirt + Bag: Marc Jacobs
2) Leather Jacket: New York
3) Jeans: Lucky
4) Shoes: Steve Madden
5) Glasses: Thrift Store

Who: Azra Aksamija, MIT Architecture Ph.D. student
Where: Steps of Widener

Jacket & top: Shop in Austria
Box skirt: Young designer from Belgrade
Leggings & shoes: Shop in Holland