Sam Sklar is a sophomore at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and keeps busy as a Strategic Communications, Spanish, Italian and International Studies major. This semester kicked off Sam’s debut as one of UW-Madison’s Style Gurus, covering the column Style Advice of the Week. To learn more about this Fashionista’s personal style and fashion pointers, read my Q&A with her and check out her articles at CollegeFashionista.com.
Daily Cardinal: What is your favorite part about being a Style Guru for CollegeFashionista?
Sam Sklar: My favorite part about being a Style Guru is all of the new people I get to meet when creating the weekly articles. It allows me to get a close up view of all the different facets of style that the Madison streets have to offer.
DC: How would you describe your own style?
SS: I can’t pinpoint an exact description of my personal style, but I have had the opportunity to travel a lot so many of my clothing combinations come from elements of countries that I’ve visited.
DC: Where do you find style inspiration?
SS: I’m from Manhattan so much of my inspiration comes simply from walking down the street. What can appear to be an absolutely ridiculous ensemble ends up being the next big trend—it’s like a runway at my fingertips.
DC: What is your favorite item of clothing in your wardrobe?
SS: My favorite item (and splurge buy) is hands down a pair of Valentino nude lace heels.
DC: Which current trend are you a fan of?
SS: I’ve been partial toward beanies. They can add a pop of color and style, all while covering up a potentially bad hair day.
DC: Is there a certain time period that you would have loved to live in because of the fashion?
SS: I would, without a doubt, choose the roaring ’20s. It was a period of fringes, red lipstick, pearls and some scandal. What’s not to love?
