British vs. American Style – Observations from a British Girl Abroad

A few months ago, I left the University of Birmingham (in England) behind to spend a semester studying abroad in Minnesota, USA. As you can imagine, studying abroad in America has given me a bit of culture shock. But it’s also been an eye-opening experience. Over the past few months, I’ve spent some time soaking [...]

Surviving Study Abroad: Tips from an American Bro in Beijing

(My University in Beijing) This afternoon I took a wrong turn and got lost in Beijing. Though I got back (on my own), it was an unnerving situation. But, it got me thinking. This week instead of giving you fashion advice, I wanted to give you some life advice that I have picked up over [...]

Study Abroad Style Diary: Back to the USA

As many of you warned me in the beginning, the hardest part of my entire study abroad journey was definitely leaving London. However, now that my requisite moping days are done, there are many reasons I’m excited to be home! Therefore, for my absolute last and final Study Abroad Style Diary post, I wanted to [...]

Study Abroad Style Diary: Final Fashion Thoughts in London

I cannot believe that an entire semester has gone by since I wrote my initial hopes, fears and–of course!–study abroad style observations in my first “Style Diary.” It seems like it was just yesterday! Of course, it was not “just yesterday” but the four months that I have spent exploring and discovering the intricacies of [...]

Study Abroad Style Diary: 5 Tips for Souvenir Shopping

One of the best parts of travel is, of course, the many shopping opportunities! However, it’s so easy to get caught up in the excitement of being on vacation, which can lead you to make some bad souvenir choices. (Hello, headband with giant, plush shamrocks on springs from Ireland.) Whether you’re studying abroad yourself or [...]