This season’s top trends are all over the board. For shoes, it’s all about boots—ankles/booties, calf high, above the knee, combat, rain. Each one made for walking, and each one doing just that all over our campus. Oxford shoes are back in full swing, as well. Whether flats, heels or somewhere in between, these European-inspired shoes dress up an oufit and look great paired with skinny jeans.

Still in this year are skinny jeans and leggings. But somehow the two have been combined to form jeggings, a phenomenon that I’m still not sure I’ve embraced. But I’m sure over time, they will grow on me.

With the changing of the seasons comes a change in temperature. Big, bulky sweaters, camel peacoats, military-inspired rain coats and trench coats are all trendy ways to beat the cold and look good while doing so. Pair a bulky sweater with some tall boots and leggings, and you’re good to go for the day.

Infinity Scarves are also popping up on necks from Co-Ed to Arborview. One of those paired with a cardigan is an easy way to look good without putting in too much time or effort.

Popular for both men and women throughout the summer and continuing into fall are stripes. Striped shirts, striped hoodies, striped stripes. They’re super easy to pull off and can be dressed up or down.

Men’s fashion continues to be about flannel or plaid, loafers and tighter fitting pants or slacks. V-necks are big, too, in bright colors and bold patterns. And as the fall comes up, you can’t deny that a man looks good in a sweater. Or cardigan. Or sweatervest.

Colors to look for this fall are ones that will pop against the changing landscape. Purples, blues and greens are favored by designers big and small.

This year’s fall fashion is really inspired by military uniforms—it can be found in boots, coats, bags and cardigans. There are some fairly easy ways to make this year’s styles affordable. Military jackets and boots can be found for a great amount of money at stores like Urban Outfitters and Anthropologie, but can also easily be found at thrift stores for cheap. And the pieces found at thrift stores are generally more durable, fit true to size and come with a history.

The same goes for infinity scarves. Instead of spending $40 on one at American Apparel, you can turn any old scarf into the new fad by sewing together the ends, turning a straight line into a never ending circle.

Whatever fashion floats your boat this season, inexpensive alternatives are easy to find and put a unique spin on what’s popular on campus.