The Art of Sporty Chic

Headed to the big game? Make sure you look game day ready with the help of Tailgate! The sporty chic look can be hard to master, but with the help of your girls here at Tailgate, we'll help you nail your March Madness look!

Our first tip is to pick out a cute oversized tee! This old school Iowa basketball tee will make you the girl to look to for fashion inspiration. The vintage look is in, but to bring this retro tee to date pair it with a some vegan leather leggings!

The key to making any sporty chic outfit actually look chic is to accessorize! Everything from your head to your toes matter with this look, so bring on the bling! Layer a few necklaces of different lengths to add some girly to your sporty look. A trendy arm cuff on one arm and a large faced watch and bracelet on the other makes for some seriously cute arm candy! Timberland boots really help tie this look together and keep those toes safe from any stray basketballs or wild fans jumping around! Finish this look off by throwing on your favorite beanie and cutest pair of aviators!

Then you're game day ready! Go Hawks!

Mastering the Staycation, Tailgate Style

So you didn't get to hit up the Caribbean this spring break, huh? Stuck in Iowa City? No worries, here at Tailgate we're here to help you master the art of a staycation in style. Instead of being bummed that your besties are working on their tan in a bikini, you get to relax and take the week off in IC, and really, is there anything better than that? We may not have beaches or or sand volleyball, but there are a few things to do this spring break, so long as you do them in your Tailgate best of course!

Your first stop, needs to be Tailgate! Where else would you go for your spring break essentials? Just like you, we're spending our spring break in Iowa City, and we're here to help you get your look just right for your staycation!

Once you're staycation ready, it's time to hit up the Pentacrest when it's not crawling with students! Take the time to enjoy the scenery of Iowa City without rushing off to class or work, we think you'll find it's quite beautiful. Sometimes it's hard to remember that Iowa City has such a historic feeling when we're all running late and trying to make it to lecture on time or to the coffee shop before our shift at work. So use spring break to embrace this amazing town we live in! And look cute doing it!

Next up is rubbing that big brain for some luck in your life! The legend in IC says that "The Brain" gives students the luck they need to ace their classes, and after midterms the last couple weeks, most of us could probably use that bit of luck! The brain is a great place to relax and pull out that book you haven't had time to read yet. You never know who you might see though, so you have to look fashion forward!

Lastly, dance like no one's watching... Because no one is! Your roommate is off soaking up the sun in Cancun, which means this is your time to be sing like you're the winner of The Voice and dance like you should be on Dancing With the Stars! Get on top of that vanity to showcase your moves, and for the extra feeling of confidence do it in your cutest Tailgate tee and Iowa apparel. It's spring break! There's no rules!

So there you have it! How to do the staycation right right here in good old Iowa City! Don't forget to stop in and visit us here at Tailgate so we can help you make this staycation a memorable one!

Spring into Casual Comfort at Tailgate

Spring is right around the corner in Iowa City, and we are ready as ever here at Tailgate! We've got the latest spring trends ready to wear, to offer you the cutest Hawkeye gear in all of IC. Every year the trends change, your wardrobe from last year never seems to make the new year cut, don't fear though, Tailgate's got you covered! This season we're seeing casual trends meet comfort, making this spring the spring of casual comfort that we've all been hoping for.

Flannel is in. It has been slowly making it's way in to the fashion scene, and we're predicting it to only become more popular from here. An over sized flannel offers so much, it's comfortable, loose fitting, and as fashionable as can be. By simply throwing on an over-sized flannel on top of an over sized Hawkeye tank, your spring look is comfy and as trendy as can be, and shows off your Iowa Hawkeye pride!

So, flannel isn't your thing? No worries, you can still be just as trendy and cozy this spring season. An over-sized raglan sleeve top will do the trick! Tie a hooded sweatshirt around your waist for added trendiness, and for the added benefit that if it gets chilly you have a way to keep warm. Complete your look with a pair of PF Flyers, the most comfortable shoes for spring, and you're all set for the day!

Spring is almost here, and we've got the looks that will keep you looking casual, trendy, and cute, while keeping your comfort in mind! How can you go wrong?