Who: Kay Makishi (junior-public relations, Japanese and international studies)]

Why It Works: Makishi brings rocker-chic flair to campus through her unique choice of layers. She pairs a Japan-bought yellow T-shirt and a red plaid vest with a canvas jacket and belted gray shorts. Pulled together with mid-shin high gladiator sandals and red-framed glasses, her look is edgy yet effortless.

Makishi says she bases most of her style on what the weather is like outside.

"I usually wear whatever I feel like," she said.