St. Edward’s University is an infamously diverse school when it comes to its list of majors, campus attractions and clubs. All of this is what brings pride to the University. However, the array of students that roam around campus in all types of clothing and styles is what many would say really brings life to the grounds of St. Edward’s.
Isaiah Saldivar, a freshman, is seen wearing a Y2K inspired shirt accompanied by a set of jewelry ranging from a striking spike bracelet to necklaces garnering religious iconography. “Well you can’t really shop for these clothes unless you want to pay full price,” Saldivar said. “Usually you go thrifting or I just shop on depop, which is like where people sell vintage clothes or clothes in general.” (Thomas Logan/Hilltop Views)When asked who inspires their expressive style, many students often cite media influences they enjoy. For example, senior Aldo Arevalo mentioned being inspired by the character Jules Vaughn from the hit TV show “Euphoria.” “I started watching it when I went back this summer with my sister, and I really liked her character and her fashion,” Arevalo said. “So I just want her closet. I’m very inspired by her.” (Thomas Logan/Hilltop Views)Hilltoppers often choose certain outfits to allow for a perception of self expression. Junior Isabel Custodio finds the clothing she wears as a way that connects her with beliefs. ”I think because of my personal values, I’m very reserved in a sense,” Custodio said. “I can be a little bit curious in trying to see how I can match colors with patterns, but I tend to be a little bit reserved because of my religious values as a Christian.” (Thomas Logan/ Hilltop Views) (Thomas Logan)Freshman Tori Turner can be seen sporting St. Edward’s spirit clothing in a cozy style with duck earrings and a polka dot print bag that really capture her personality as a fun individual. “I’m really into self-expression,” Turner said. “So I try to dress myself in a way that’s not only comfortable but represents me as a person.” (Thomas Logan/Hilltop Views)Andrei Eicken, a freshman, is heavily inspired by styles such as Harajuku, academia and fantasy, and his favorite piece is his shoes. “The shoes are my favorite due to them being really nice leather dress shoes, as well as the first I’ve been able to buy that are of this style,” Eicken said. “A man in the shoe section even complimented the shoes after I had chosen them in the Salvation Army.” (Thomas Logan/ Hilltop Views)
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