The Sisterhood of the Traveling Mini Skirt

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Cal State Chico chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

The black mini skirt. Every college girl’s weekend plus-one. It’s seen the inside of every bar, every party, every bathroom pep talk. But here’s what makes it special — no two girls ever wear it the same. For one, it’s power. For another, it’s play. The mini skirt stays the same, but the energy? That’s all you. The skirt is an iconic symbol of where individuality meets sisterhood. 

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Clothing has been one of the biggest forms of individual expression since ancient times. It started as a sign of wealth and status, and over time evolved into a mirror for personality. Today- it is freedom. Whether you put much thought into it or not, outfits are handpicked snapshots of identity. A girl’s choice of handbag or the amount of jewelry she wears, are all little hints of her authentic self. 

When we don’t limit ourselves to one style or niche, and we explore them all even depending on the day- that’s when our magic really sparkles. I made it my mission to make sure my closet has a little bit of everything. From basic to boho, grunge to girly, so that each day I can wear what expresses exactly who I feel like. Your own personal pairing of clothes, whatever the mix is, is hands down THE coolest fashion aesthetic. 

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Individuality might just be the best accessory we own. We get to design our own identity, piece by piece, choosing what we want to walk through life in. Every woman has her thing: the color that makes her glow, the fabric that feels just right, the pattern that just screams her name. And if you’ve ever had a friend hold something up and say, “That is SO you!” — congratulations, your vibe is officially recognizable. In this existence, and especially as women, it is essential that we inspire ourselves with our own evolution.

As we grow and change, our style stops asking for permission. What we wear becomes less about impressing others and more about expressing us — unapologetically, loudly, and maybe with just a hint of lipstick rebellion. What once felt like too much, turns into not enough- because growth and time make us bolder and more confident. 

the mini skirt manifesto

Especially in college, when you first put on the mini skirt, you step into a new era. You embrace yourself to feel sexy. We watch as other women stand tall in their big black boots, and we all the sudden are inspired to stand taller in ours. Sisterhood in college is like an unspoken safety blanket that we can share without words — a look across the room that says, “Girl you look gooooood”.

So, to the next generation of girls who are about to put on the metaphorical mini skirt, I give you these words. Celebrate the sisterhood around you, and lean on the girls who lift you. Don’t be afraid to mix your metals, patterns, and wear something that you would’ve never worn a month ago. Own it, fully- and know that you will never look back and regret being your authentic self. If the sisterhood of the traveling mini skirt should teach us anything, it’s that individuality is our biggest strength. 

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