The Quadrant: Campus style

Dressing up is not just about the physical but how wearing your favourite dress can instantly make you feel amazing and turn a mundane day into a colourful one. We wear clothes as a means of expression and that does not change no matter where we are. Here is a little peak into what we wear when we are at university, doing the ordinary - attending classes whilst having time in between to catch up with our favourite people as well as admire and acquire new sources of inspiration. Here is our very own version of campus street style, brought to you by the quad squad.

Photography: Palesa Kgasane and Lindsay Purdon
Styling: The Quadrant

Nqo

The inspiration for my outfit was me being late and having to pull out something that did not require much ironing , it was a great choice because the weather was lovely and sunny
I love my look because its comfortable it works for me because I love street looking clothes and clothes that have that boyish feel to them.

Top: Ackermans , Highwaist Boyfriend Jeans: Fashion Fusion Shoes: Mr Price Hair Bow: Mr Price

Thembi

I'm inspired by my crush, just kidding I go for anything comfortable and much of my style is very "the cute little girl next door". I always have to be in something short otherwise because of my height, I drown in my clothes. I love my look because it's simple, and very easy to pull off for anyone, yet it has a personality to it.

Red jersey : thrift shop in Cape Town.
Jumpsuit: Mr Price
Chuck Taylors: Street Fever
Sunglasses: Vintage
Watch: Woolworths

Owethu

My inspiration was necessity. I needed an outfit and I created one. I love the look because its edgy and functional. It works because it takes current trends and demonstrates the ability for them to work together.

leather peplum: h&m

shoes:legit shades:camden earrings: drosty arch shirt: mr price

Palesa

I always check the forecast in the morning to get a sense of what I should wear, in terms of choosing the outfit comes with knowing I have a busy day where I’d have to be comfortable but still look good because of meetings etc, I make sure I choose something that is flattering but still bold. I love prints and i also love black so this dress is the perfect combination of the two. I love to try out different things in terms of accessories and lipstick.I always have my beads on my wrist. I was inspired by the 90s and glam grunge era.