Stress-free back-to-school outfits
With summer break winding down, many students are looking for a trendy back-to-school wardrobe. The Blackman Voice headed out to the Avenue to hunt for hip, school-appropriate outfits.
Similar to other high schools, Blackman enforces a school dress code. Many summer garments and other items are not permitted, as noted in the student handbook:
- Bare midriffs, sheer or see-through clothing, bare backs, off-the-shoulder tops, tank tops, spaghetti straps, muscle shirts and other revealing garments are not allowed. Visible cleavage is not allowed. SHEER SHIRTS WITH A TANK TOP UNDERNEATH ARE ALLOWED.
- Leotards, spandex, lycra, leggings, jeggings, yoga pants and form-fitting clothes are not suitable school wear. However they are allowable if worn in conjunction with other garments that adequately cover the shoulders, chest, and meet school requirements for length.
- The length of shorts and/or skirts must be equal to or longer than the fingertip of the individual while standing in a relaxed position. This includes open slits in skirts. RUNNING SHORTS/ SOCCER SHORTS ARE PROHIBITED UNLESS THEY ARE BEING WORN AS PART OF A SCHOOL UNIFORM DURING AN ATHLETIC CONTEST.
- NO HOLES ARE ALLOWED ABOVE THE KNEE.
Students can still express themselves even within these limitations. The popular retail giant American Eagle Outfitters sells casual clothing that caters to a diverse audience.
Employee Zach Adams, senior, explained what makes AEO a go-to stop for back-to-school shopping.
“We offer quality clothing in a variety of styles that connects today’s trends with everyday people,” said Adams.
The Blackman Voice searched the store and created four perfect ensembles for our fellow J-camp students. (See gallery.)
Tax-free weekend is the last week of July. AEO and other retailers are already prepping for the onslaught of shoppers.
