Back-to-School Star Style

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ON THE EDGE

Forget sweatpants and sneakers! Pair sleek black pants with refined pieces like pretty floral-print, neck-tied blouse and cropped cardigan, and step into the classroom with a sophisticated edge.

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TOUGH GIRL

Brave those breezy autumn nights in the bleachers and still work a girlie frock? It is possible, as Hailee Steinfeld shows. The actress adds a structured jacket and masculine footwear to her A-line dress for an adorable look that’ll keep you warm in the football stands.

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CASUALLY GLAM

From the red carpet to the school hallways, sequins always stand out in a crowd. A sparkling top paired with simple jeans and chic booties – as seen on – can take you from the quad to the club.

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COLOR GUARD

Put a bright spin on that coed essential – jeans! – by taking a lesson from . The actress simplifies the season’s must-have colored denim trend with neutrals – a white collared shirt, black carryall and comfortable flats.

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EASY A

Take a page out of fashion book: A-line skirts over fitted tops earn top marks every time. Score extra style points by completing the look with a ladylike purse and kitten heels.

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BAND CHIC

Pledging a sorority? Show ‘em who’s boss in a tough-chic look like Miranda Cosgrove’s. The actress softens her jacket’s sharp shoulders with slim-cut jeans and adds a touch of glam with gleaming gems.

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OLD SCHOOL

From her cropped motorcycle jacket and printed baby-doll dress to her ankle booties and rich tote, reintroduces the classics with new cuts and neutral colors. Don’t have a leather jacket? Borrow your roommate’s. (Shh! We won’t tell.)

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FLOWER POWER

Who says casual can’t be cute? Stay comfortable at those all-night study sessions in a cozy romper é la Elle Fanning, who stacks patterns and pairs her floral one-piece with flowery wedges.

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CLASSIC COOL

Fashion’s It Girl upgrades her Hogwarts uniform for a casually cool collegiate look, amping up the standard dress-shirt-and-sweater combo with hip stovepipes, ballet flats and a studded satchel.

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LAYERED LEARNER

Victoria Justice’s outfit is a study in staples, as the Victorious star steps up a basic black top and jeans with an eye-catching cardigan and knee-high boots – an ideal ensemble for an internship.