Catwalk Outrage

College is filled to the brim with classes, meetings, books and friends. It is so full, in fact, that it can be incredibly easy to let the simple things in life — such as a snazzy outfit - go overlooked.

However, college, in all of its sometimes-frenzied glory, is perhaps the most influential time to determine, reveal and mold one's identity.

Generally, this vision of identity and oneself is constantly changing. Since we encounter change on a daily basis, it would be foolish to assume that our identities remain stagnant.

The condition of one's character is influenced by outside sources in addition to an inner sense of self.

The beauty of having a strong identity, in terms of fashion, is our ability to express who we are through what we wear.

This is surely not to suggest that what a person wears defines them. In fact, not much could be further from the truth.

Regardless of how a person dresses, clothes are simply sewn pieces of fabric that happen to be covering a complex human underneath.

Clothes are not capable of telling a person's story, but in some instances they may hold a captivating and interesting introduction.

It can't be helped — every time we throw on a piece of clothing, we are telling the world a little bit about who we are or even just what we feel like on a particular day.

For this reason, if nothing else, I encourage everyone, not just those who consider themselves fashionistas, to perform a serious wardrobe evaluation.

Keep in mind that ‘wardrobe evaluation' does not include angrily staring at your closet wishing for the newest items on the shelves.

Although it is a lot of fun being a clothes—horse, that mentality won't get you anywhere in your search for self—identity.

Instead, pick out the pieces of clothing that you like and feel comfortable in. This seems like such obvious advice, but it's true.

All of us are guilty of buying clothes for the wrong reasons every once in a while.

It's easy to convince yourself that a pair of super-hip but poorly fitting skinny jeans looks good on you when they're on the clearance rack.

And when your shopping partners gawk over that tight blue shirt you've just tried on, it can be easy to forget the form—fitting discomfort you may feel and make the purchase.

However, our clothes should suit us. While they may do the job of taking a tiny fraction of our personalities and showing them off, they should never take anything away from our confidence.

As long as your clothes are showing off who you are — and not an excessive amount of skin — of course, then wear them with pride.

There is something huge to be said for the beauty that confidence and a pleasant smile can bring to a person. Even the silliest of outfits can look cute on someone who is convinced that it is so.

From here on out, don't let the judgments of others dictate your wardrobe.

Be hip, be cool, and most importantly, be yourself.