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Assuming you weren't trampled to death at a Wal-Mart on Black Friday (too soon?), you are now back at Towson for a grueling final three weeks of the fall semester.
Winter break seems like an endless stretch of papers, presentations and projects away, and if you procrastinate anywhere near as much as I do, you have no concern toward eating or sleeping, much less fashion.
After taking an 8 a.m. course this semester, I've learned that there are very few things I enjoy doing less than waking up and attempting to put any thing remotely cute on my body. My tired limbs reach for the first hoodie and sweatpants they can find and I am out the door (most of the time locking myself out of my dorm room in the process).
However, with a little extra effort the night before and 20 minutes, a perfect "roll-out-of-bed" ensemble can be assembled for the student with an early class, or if you just don't have enough time to spare on your outfit.
If you wake up early enough to shower before class, I commend you. You're already halfway there. Stubborn hair can make or break whatever outfit you choose to complement it.
While washing, blow-drying, straightening and curling are all very nice for a dinner date, a trip to the library requires little more than a pony tail to keep your hair out of your eyes.
To save some time in the mornings, shower the night before and work your hair into two braids. This works not only to be slept in, but when you take it out your hair will be pre-crimped for a more stylish evening look.
For short hair, try a thick headband or an oversized beret to cover up loose frizzles you didn't have enough time to tackle.
For the rest of your outfit, take five minutes the night before to lay out what you plan on wearing the next day. It will save you enough time in the mornings to do your makeup rather than lethargically scour your closet for something warm.
A pretty tank top such as American Eagle's Lace Tank ($19.50 at American Eagle Outfitters), underneath a zip-up hoodie will keep you as warm as a baggy sweatshirt but will add cute detail to your outfit.
As for pants, jeans can be cold in the mornings and possibly too stiff to lounge in while studying. Sweats can feel frumpy, but yoga pants are the perfect balance.
Thin and cotton soft pants, like Aerie's Roll-Over Stretch Pant ($29.50 at Aerie), look better with flats and sneakers than sweats and fit your leg more like jean pants so you look less like you are in pajamas and more like you put some thought into your clothing choice (though we both know the truth). Add a touch of blush and ChapStick and you can be on your way out to Cook Library in 15 minutes flat.
Just don't forget your key.
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