{"id":5577,"date":"2025-05-28T12:03:07","date_gmt":"2025-05-28T12:03:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jugular.org.au\/?p=5577"},"modified":"2025-05-28T12:03:09","modified_gmt":"2025-05-28T12:03:09","slug":"anatomy-of-a-fit-because-unsw-med-students-sooo-have-drip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jugular.org.au\/index.php\/2025\/05\/28\/anatomy-of-a-fit-because-unsw-med-students-sooo-have-drip\/","title":{"rendered":"Anatomy of a Fit: Because UNSW med students sooo have drip\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"
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by Fazila Olaniyan\u00a0| Edited by Harry Yang<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How many of us have seen those TikToks or IG Reels where students absolutely roast the fashion scene at UNSW? Apparently, USYD\u2019s serving academic chic and UTS is giving off-duty model vibes\u2026 Meanwhile, we\u2019re catching strays for looking like we just crawled out of a group assignment at 3 a.m. in our puffer jackets and tote bags (not wrong). Are we really that bad\u2014or are we just misunderstood fashion anarchists? Maybe we\u2019re just avant-basic with a vengeance<\/em>. While I can\u2019t speak for the rest of UNSW (because honestly, I\u2019m almost always at Wally and barely venture to the academic netherworlds known only to the brave), I think the Fashion game in med is pretty strong. So obviously, my sole reason for joining PUBS (best subcommittee) would be so that I can write this article and interview cool people (it\u2019s true, this was my interview answer). But enough talking \u2013 let\u2019s meet our fashion icons!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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First up, we have Donald\u2014a first-year med student who describes his style as \u201celevated basics\u201d. Think clean-guy energy: permed hair, well-fitted jeans, and perfectly cropped tees or sweaters. Every piece is chosen with surgical precision to complement his frame, making his minimalist style feel anything but basic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For Donald, an outfit is more than just clothing, it\u2019s part of how we carry ourselves, especially as future doctors. That\u2019s why he gravitates towards a clean, thoughtful aesthetic, aiming to leave a good impression wherever he goes. And he may honestly be  onto something. While many of us might opt for simpler outfits that seem \u201cbasic\u201d on the surface, there\u2019s power in the details\u2014especially when a fit is tailored to your body type.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Besides, monochrome doesn\u2019t have to mean boring. Donald swears by playing with textures to elevate a look, proving that subtlety and style can absolutely go hand in hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Next up, we have sweet lil\u2019 Miya with her matcha latte in hand, who\u2019s been turning heads with her style since day one of uni – effortlessly, I might add. Apparently, she thinks she needs to \u201cput more effort\u201d into dressing well for class\u2014as if her baggy cargos and brightly colored tops aren\u2019t already putting the rest of us to shame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Miya\u2019s style is that perfect mix of cool and attainable. Hailing all the way from Japan\u2014aka the holy land of fashion and thrifting\u2014Miya proudly owns her thrift-a-holic status. She\u2019s always exploring second hand markets and vintage stores, curating affordable gems and experimenting with different styles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Influenced by TikTok and Pinterest, it\u2019s no surprise her looks feel both trendy and refreshingly individual. But lately, Miya\u2019s been embracing a slower, more intentional approach to fashion, believing that patience is key to stepping out of the trend-follower lane and into the trend-setter one. And she may be well on her way in doing so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Here\u2019s Kyren. You\u2019ve probably seen him around Wally bringing the drip \u2014maybe even dropping him a compliment or two\u2014because we all know he never fails to impress. Stylish and experimental, Kyren\u2019s fashion journey has evolved from streetwear to a more refined menswear vibe. From the leather jackets to the cropped fitted tee and selvedge denim jeans, you wouldn\u2019t believe that Kyren\u2019s look here, like a lot of what he wears around school, is fully thrifted!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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With a special flair for sewing and armed with his own personal sewing machine, he even hand-tailors pieces to better fit his body type. You wouldn\u2019t expect anything less from someone who believes fashion should be both \u201csustainable and creative.\u201d And of course, being chronically online, he draws inspiration from the trends we may all simply scroll past. While equipped with his own signature style, he\u2019s never afraid to experiment with new shapes or silhouettes either. He might lean into the drama, but hey, boring ain\u2019t ever part of the assignment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Last but definitely not least, we have Fidzani. From jerseys to academic-core, even his durag adds to the vibe\u2014he\u2019s all about the swag. We\u2019ve all probably seen him around in a variety of looks, so imagine my surprise when I found out he\u2019s not inspired by trends at all. No TikTok, no Pinterest\u2014he just wears what he likes. And I can\u2019t lie\u2026 the man\u2019s got an eye.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But what really sets Fidzani apart is the \u201cwhy\u201d behind what he wears. He puts a lot of thought into the messaging of his clothes, especially when it comes to breaking stereotypes and challenging assumptions. So if there\u2019s a slogan or wording on his outfit, trust\u2014it\u2019s not random. It\u2019s intentional. It\u2019s a statement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s also why, if he had to wear one brand for life, he picked Essentials. We\u2019ve all seen it around\u2014some of us even own a few pieces\u2014but not everyone knows the story behind it. The brand was created by Jerry Lorenzo as an homage to his children, built around purpose and integrity. And that kind of message is exactly what resonates with Fidzani.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Fashion is more than just getting dressed\u2014it\u2019s self-expression, representation, and a statement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ve seen how these four stylish individuals use what they wear to reflect who they are. Whether it\u2019s dressing to impress, sending a message, or, as Kyren puts it, \u201cdressing well in the morning to give you that little serotonin boost,\u201d fashion means something different to everyone. And especially in the chaos of med school, sometimes it\u2019s the small things\u2014like a good outfit\u2014that help us feel a little more human.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the end of the day, we all have something we want to say. Some of us just say it better through our clothes. So who says med students are just Type A robots? Some of us have seriously functional right-brains. And because uni can get overwhelming, it\u2019s all the more important to carve out time and space to stay creative, explore what we love, and express ourselves beyond just the world of medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you too are looking to up your sense of style, here are some pieces of stylistic advice from them: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is one piece of stylistic advice you would give someone looking to elevate their sense of style?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Donald : For guys, I would say don\u2019t be afraid to shop at the women\u2019s section <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Miya: Patience is key; wait out the trends to see if you really like it or if you\u2019re just being influenced by the media. It’ll save you a lot of money! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kyren: Wear clothes that make you smile \ud83d\ude42 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fidzani: Think about the message you want to send out to the world, and go from there. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Peace, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fazila Olaniyan <\/p>\n

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