DLSU's BEST DRESSED: Vern Enciso

Vern Enciso | ID 109 | AB International Studies- Major in European

How do you describe your style?

"I would describe my style as something very classic and girly mixed with trends. I love incorporating trends and mix and match it to make it look classy and girly. I love lace, nudes, heels, nice bags and blush colors. I like looking clean and polished. However, I like colors as well, I love electric blue, deep violet, orange and red."

What are your staple clothing items for school?

"A good pair of jeans, my LV speedy bag, stand out accessories, a good pair of nude and black flats, a black and nude blazer and plain sheer tops and polos." 

Who are your style icons?

"Liz Uy and Whitney Port. I personally think that my style is a mix of both of them. Liz Uy is very structured, trendy and classy which is a big part of how I dress up but Whitney Port's style is my inspiration to make it a bit more of my age. Her girly prints and soft colors makes me look 18 still. haha"  

Can you give some tips to your fellow Lasallians on how they can dress up for school without comprising both style & comfort?

"Invest on good jeans, comfortable flats in different colors, a pair of gold or silver gladiators, plain skirts and plain tops. You can mix and match all of them and just make it more of your personality by pairing it with accessories that you think makes it you. Show your personality through your clothes and be yourself. Dont be pressured by the different people in school, you should always remember to dress for yourself and nobody else. We're in a university wherein diversity is one factor that makes us unique. So just wear what you want, smile and work it." 

Check out Vern's blog- http://www.vernenciso.com/

DLSU's BEST DRESSED: Renzo Navarro

Renzo Navarro | ID 109 | BS Civil Engineering- AB Multimedia Arts (CSB)

How do you describe your style?

"Nothing too flashy. I try to stay boring. Frankly I don't know how to describe it but people have said the way I dress (recently) is hipster. Sometimes, maybe. All I really know about hipsters is that they can be phony. Do consider looking it up. Whatever looks nice, I like. Same goes for what I wear, I guess. I hate to admit it but I can be preppy sometimes."

What are your staple clothing items for school?

"Big shirts, jeans, slip ons. It's been hot lately. I wear lots of t-shirts also."

What are your all time favorite trends?

"I love pieces with weird or uncommon details. I'd love to wear Dr. Martens if I could afford them. Sneakers are really comfy! I'd get a bunch of Air Force 1s and a couple of sneaks from Puma and Adidas too if I could afford. Let me tell you what I don't like: overly preppy get ups. I can get preppy myself but I never go for tacky (well tacky is how some people wear them) accessories such as blazers and bowties and tucking in my shirt. With a weather like ours, we're given the opportunity to play with colors and silhouettes. Leave the layering to the people from the cold places. But if you must, don't overdo it."

Who are your style icons?

"Some would be Prince Pelayo of katelovesme, Susie Lau of Style Bubble (How could anyone not love her??), and my friend CJ Cruz who had recently been photographed by Scott Schuman (of The Sartorialist) in London. Bloggers all. Please do look them up. CJ will be amused to read this. Oh I love the Japanese as well!"

Can you give some tips to your fellow Lasallians on how they can dress up for school without comprising both style & comfort?

"Forget the match. It's all about a good mix. Also, start by following trends. You'll soon discover your own style. Be what you feel like, not what you see. Don't forget to be practical and don't wear anything stupid. Never ever underestimate basics. Being fashionable is not a physiological need so there's no need to be pressured."


Check out Renzo's blog- http://renzodemenzo.blogspot.com/

DLSU's BEST DRESSED: Sarah Policios

Sarah Policios | ID 109 | AB Organizational Communication

How do you describe your style?

"Anything goes but always put together and never too much."

What are your staple clothing items for school?

"My trusty cover-ups (denim jacket, black & white blazer, loose cardigan and leather jacket) which one hardly sees me without since I easily feel cold and classrooms in school aren't making it any easier for me; white top which I believe is an absolute necessity; black and brown leather backpacks since they're not only adorable but they also prevent my scoliosis from becoming worse than it already is; plain colored and black knee length dresses which are my besties especially when creative juices aren't flowing; button downs which I end up wearing whenever I wanna feel comfortable and look chic at the same time; short skirts and high waisted shorts which are easy to match with; colored and denim skinnies which I only tend to put on during long and busy days; black flats and loafers which I could pair with anything and everything; gold or silver accessories especially my gold watch which brings life to simple outfits."

What are your all time favorite trends?

"I'm caught in between boho meets grunge - think Coachella festival surrounded by all these long-legged beauties in leather jackets, printed maxis, cropped tops, floppy hats, kimonos, bandeaus, denim shorts & black combat boots - and minimalism - think Paris blown away by the chicness of a group of women right across the street in tailored blazers, clean button-downs, breton tops, sheer maxis, black and colored skinnies, lace shorts, pumps & loafers."

Who are your style icons?

"Kate Moss, Erin Wasson and Alexa Chung for getting away with just about anything; Olsen twins, Nicole Warne of Gary Pepper Vintage & Miroslava Duma for looking effortlessly chic at all times; Kate Bosworth for always looking so fresh and clean; Gillian Zinser of 90210 for being the perfect epitome of boho meets grunge style; Aimee Song of Song of Style for being so amazing at mixing & matching girly & edgy pieces; Diane Kruger and Olivia Palermo for looking so classy and polished; Rumi Neely of Fashion Toast for always looking smoking in her simple yet well put together ensembles; Vanessa of Haute Pursuit for being such a pro in mixing & matching trendy & basic pieces; Madonna for being the mother of 80's fashion (my fave fashion era!)."

Can you give some tips to your fellow Lasallians on how they can dress up for school without comprising both style & comfort?

"Dressing up is not just about looking good for others but most importantly, yourself. Be comfortable in your own skin, dress how you feel and let the real you shine! But do take note that it's a must that you know what looks good on you. Mix and match! Fashion is all about having fun so don't hold yourself back when you feel people might judge you. And always remember that it does not matter what you wear, but how you wear it. Own your look!"


Check out Sarah's blog- http://eleventhofoctober.blogspot.com/

DLSU's BEST DRESSED: Sam Policios

Sam Policios | ID 109 | AB Psychology

How do you describe your personal style?

"Well, I believe that my style is like a bowl of salad. The lettuce is simplicity while the sauce and other ingredients are androgyny and femininity. Finally, the secret ingredient is spontaneity." 

What are your staple clothing items for school?

"Brown leather backpack , my ultimate BFF, that minimizes my stress as I bring my ever heavy Psych books but still in style. Knee length, summery dresses which are hella useful whenever I'm lazy to think of an outfit or whenever the heat's unbearable. As much I'd like to wear high waisted denim shorts to school especially on extra hot days but with the dress code's existence, I've accustomed myself to wearing knee length shorts as I enter school and end up folding it as it gets shorter and shorter when the DO's aren't around( Hope no DO reads this!). On days when I'm feeling feminine, I wear a short skirt or a long, printed/ sheer/ pleated skirt which is perfect whenever I have to go all around school and worrying about the DO is the last thing on my mind.  Long sleeve Lacoste or Ralph Lauren tops are my buddies whenever I wanna look simple yet classic. A leather jacket /denim jacket/  blazer/ oversized sweater which not only minimizes my shivering in the oh-so-cold-classrooms-of-DLSU but also, adds an extra oomph to my ensemble. Beloved black and brown loafers which are so overused yet oh so comfortable."

"A simple gold necklace or a chunky gold/silver necklace whichever matches well with my outfit will make my ensemble complete. Lastly, I could never leave home without my gold/silver watch which not only keeps me from getting late but also, will be my forever favorite accessory."

What are your all-time favorite trends?

"Deciding about what my all time favorite trend would be like choosing between Alexander Wang and Isabel Marant because both are equally amazing designers and therefore is impossible to pick on which one's my favorite. Let's just say that I'm in love with the boho chic trend and how it reminds me of my forever dream to be at the Coachella festival clad in a kimono+bandeau+ high waisted tiny denim shorts+ Marant ankle boots + a layering of Erin Wasson's lovely gold necklaces+ floppy hat+ circle shaped shades. Also, I love how the grunge trend brings out the love for indie rock in me. Imagining myself at a Passion Pit concert wearing a leather jacket over an oversized white tee with a plaid longsleeve wrapped around my waist and most especially, black combat boots are def'ly on my fashion bucket list."

Who are your style icons?

"Erin Wasson, Olsen twins, Kate Bosworth, Olivia Palermo, Gillian Zinser ,Rumi Neeley, Aimee Song, Kate Moss, Caroline de Maigret, Alexa Chung and Clementine Levy. Also, street style blogs are also a huge inspiration- sometimes real people's style is more inspirational than the latest fashion editorial."

Can you give some tips to your fellow Lasallians on how they can dress up for school without compromising both style and comfort?

"Fashion is really about intuition so if it feels right for you, go ahead and work it. But it is also important to know what suits you, it's okay to experiment with different things from time to time but do know what looks best on you. Lastly, the key in dressing up is confidence. What's important is how you feel wearing the clothes."
 

Check out Sam's blog- http://eleventhofoctober.blogspot.com/

DLSU's BEST DRESSED: Ria Casco

Ria Casco | ID 108 | AB Communication Arts

How do you describe your personal style?

"I'd say my style is a mix of anything and everything that inspires me. But my greatest influence when it comes to dressing is vintage glamour. I love the 70s, especially."

What are your staple clothing items for school?

"Jeans, because you'd never go wrong with them. A black tee, because you can dress them up or down. And flats because I like being comfortable in school."

What are your all-time favorite trends?

"Vintage glamour. It's classic, it's timeless. Impossible to commit a fashion faux pas. Oversized sweaters, combat boots and palazzo pants are some of the more on-trend items I'm opting to have now."

Who are your style icons?

"Kate Moss forever and ever. But I also love Rumi Neely and Blake Lively." 

Can you give some tips to your fellow Lasallians on how they can dress up for school without compromising both style and comfort?

"It's all about balance- mix and match statement pieces with basics. But at the end of the day, I'd say wear what you want and never second-guess yourself. If you like what you're wearing, it'll translate. Comfort comes hand in hand with confidence."


Check out Ria's blog- http://riacasco.tumblr.com/