Street Style - Jackson Free Press

Make an A in style this semester like friends Justin, Kalyn and Chevan, pictured here taking a study break at Cups in Fondren. Photo by Courtesy Nicole Wyatt

We've all heard of "street style," but you shouldn't have to hunt it down. Jackson is the next up-and-coming metropolis, but we have to believe that, and contribute accordingly to make this belief a reality. We have the resources all around us from young fashion designers, models, agents, buyers, bloggers, to stylists, artists and opportunists. Supporting local business and artists is so important in development of a creative community.  

Our metro area has so many great options for all budgets, and it seems like more stores pop up every month.

(Welcome to the neighborhood, Blush + Bashful in downtown Vicksburg, the soon-to-open Mulberry Dreams in Fondren and Style Revel, an online shopping/fashion blog with offices in Starkville.)

Elevated Errands

What you wear proclaims who you are before you ever say a word. It is, in short, visible communication. What do you want your message to be?

We're all busy. It seems like everybody is on the fast track somewhere; always trying to stay connected, not miss out, and somehow we lose style to stress.

So what if you're just running errands? Why not dress up to make the day less hectic? Go out and find that awesome can't-live-without pair of combat boots, and then pair them with an unexpected sock.

You're wearing a t-shirt? Make it yours. The basic white tee and a good pair of jeans is just the classic wardrobe staple. You can dress it up with pearls and a gingham blazer—vintage, of course—or take it more casual with a sneaker wedge, moto jacket and pattern scarf. Whatever you choose, you can still look stylish running to the store or dropping the kids off at practice.

Take a little time and think about what you want to say through your outfit today. Let's show people that, yes, Mississippians do wear shoes, and sometimes, they're pretty cute. So think twice before grabbing those Styrofoam slippers before running out the door.