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College Clothing Staples You Need To Battle New England Weather

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College Clothing Staples You Need To Battle New England Weather

If you have been following my back-to-college themed articles, then welcome back. As a college student and life-long resident of Massachusetts, let me tell you that weather here is a bit bipolar. And if you are an incoming freshman or a student coming here from somewhere outside of Massachusetts or New England, here is my ultimate list of clothing you will need to survive the school year.

1. Layers, layers, layers.

Especially during the fall months, you never really know what you are going to get as far as the weather is concerned. The mornings can be pretty chilly, while the afternoons tend to be warm in the sun. Also, you always want to be prepared for classrooms that are hotter/colder than you would prefer.

2. Sunglasses.

You wouldn't believe how many people forget to pack sunglasses for college. Especially if you have a long walk between classes, these will definitely come in handy. I don't go anywhere without sunglasses, because you never know when the sun is going to make an appearance.

3. Rain gear.

I can't stress enough how necessary a raincoat, some sort of waterproof shoe, and an umbrella. You are not going to be a happy camper if you have to walk across campus in soaking wet, soggy sneakers. And you don't have to spend a fortune, either. I bought simple gray rain boots from Target for $20. That's pretty good.

4. A combination of pants.

I'd say bring a couple of pairs of shorts for August and September, some shorts if you exercise, a few pairs of jeans, leggings, and sweatpants. Pants are the kind of thing you can wear more than once before you wash them, so just don't overdo it.

5. A combination of shoes.

Besides the obvious water-proof shoe, bring a pair of sneakers, one nice pair of heels/wedges, a pair of sandals, and maybe another pair or two of shoes you wear often. Just keep in mind the amount of walking you have in a day.

6. A winter jacket.

This is not debatable. No matter how much you loathed wearing a winter jacket in high school or as a kid, you are going to be miserable if you do not buy a warm winter jacket.

7. Snow boots.

Same deal. You are going to need them.

8. A hat, gloves, and a scarf.

And besides, it's a must-have anyways if you go to a hockey school :) Hope this helped!
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