As a New Yorker, “back to school” occurs in September, so I spend August prepping for the new semester! I am especially excited this semester because it’s my second to last semester before I graduate with my Master’s degree from NYU! Going to graduate school while working full-time at a marketing agency AND managing Mint and Thrift has not been easy, but I has helped grow this blog strategically. As a student at heart, I am surely going to miss school.
Outfits for back to school should never be hard, nor should they empty your wallet. As a graduate student, I’m always hyper conscious about how much I’m spending considering. I fully understand the struggles of having bills to pay and having student loan debt, but still wanting some discretionary income. I parsed the Internet for some affordable outfits for back to school, and here are my three favorites!
This is an outfit that you can literally through on and go. The faux-suede jacket and printed mules add style to the super casual jumpsuit. You can bet that I’ll be repeating this outfit a few times this fall!
Suede Jacket – Old Navy, $60
Jumpsuit – Old Navy, $30 (recently marked down!)
Loafers – H&M, $30
Tote Bag – Sole Society, $65 (#NSale price is below $40!)
Total: $155
This outfit is all about the fall essentials: A comfortable sweater, denim, and boots. Carry a laptop and all your books in a roomy cross body bag.
Sweater – H&M, $30
Jeans – ASOS, $51
Messenger Bag – TopShop, $55
Ankle Boots – Public Desire, $45
Total: $181
This last outfit is one of my favorites, because it’s exactly $150! This dress is so roomy. These Forever21 ankle boots bring some edge to the outfit, and keep your feet warm in the brisk fall mornings and evenings.
Dress – BooHoo, $30
Ankle Boots – Forever21, $40
Backpack – Fjallraven, $80
Total: $150
To all going back to school, tune in on Fridays this August for more back to school favorites and tips! A teaser for next week – back to school essentials!
-Gisel
Dannie says
I love these looks! I don’t go back to school any more but you know I’m shopping those sales anyway! I love putting together new fall looks and exploring new trends this way. That H&M sweater is perfect! I’m so ready for the cold season to arrive. So close!
xoxo,
Dannie
http://www.stilefotocibo.com
Gisel says
So glad you liked these looks!
Gisel says
Glad you like these looks!
Kinsey Walsh says
I wish fashion blogs were a thing when I went back to school! Love all of these picks, especially the Old Navy jacket! Have a wonderful weekend!
xo,
Kinsey
https://kinseywalsh.com/
Gisel says
SAME HERE. It would have made back to school planning so much easier! Glad you like these outfits ๐
Tsvetelina says
Such a beautiful outfits, I would love to have them all.
http://www.cecilfashion.com
Gisel says
Thanks, Tsvetelina!
Linda says
These are such cute outfit ideas! Loving all of the picks!
Linda
Gisel says
Thanks, Linda!
Natalie says
These picks are all super cute!! I’m running to snag that ON jacket like NOW! I love it! Thanks for sharing!
xoxo, Natalie
http://www.rachelgreenandprettythings.com
Gisel says
Thanks, Natalie! So glad you love these picks ๐
Ifeoluwa says
I love your coat and hat! So stylish and perfect for back to school
Gisel says
Aw, thanks doll <3
Debbie says
Can we please go shopping together! You got some major skills! Love this entire look!
xo Debbie | http://www.tothineownstylebetrue.com
Gisel says
Of course! Let me know if you’re ever in NYC ๐
Antonia says
Love these outfits! So cute for the transition into fall!