“My style icon when it comes to formal wear is Barack Obama. Unlike other politicians, Obama’s style is sharp and cool. He’s tall and slim, so he wears suits that are tall and fitted — jackets that are too tight or big look awful. Most of the time his trousers are nicely hemmed, breaking just above his shoes. And his ties are always on point - no one I’ve seen wears a blue or red tie better.”
—Ravi Singh, Class of 2011
“Let’s go with Tom Brady and let’s say it’s because he’s a man, he’s clean cut, but a rough, tough athlete. So basically he embodies the all-American man. And he’s married to Gisele.”
—Paul Manfuso, Class of 2010
“I would say Leighton Meester is a style icon. She is constantly in the media, is part of a hit TV show and is known for her trendy and fashion-forward wardrobe. She is also close in age to college students, so you know her fashion style will be well-received in this age group. I also like Lauren Conrad’s style, because she is more laid back. Her style proves to people that you can be casual and fashionable at the same time.”
—Nicole Kraus, Class of 2010
"I don't necessarily look to anyone in particular, but I kind of gather bits and pieces from lots of different people's looks and combine to make it my own. I also really like wearing things that are a statement or sort of out of the ordinary because then people associate them with you so I collect lots of random pieces that I can put together in different ways to be something new. My closet is really colorful and diverse because there's not one particular look or style I go for most. I use my friends and other people who I think dress well as icons but no one in particular — it could even be a stranger who I had never met and saw walking down the street. As long as I think they look good I would pick up something from their style and copy it in my own way."
-Alexa Wisz, Class of 2012
