Signature Style: The Spirit & the Scarf

From Spooks to Spirits, the ladies of this organization have always had style. In the early days, Spooks wore noted for wearing all black with a white armband branded with the organization emblem. I call it classic chic with an air of mystery.  We were a secret organization after all…

Texas Spooks 1970

However, the Texas Spirits casual uniform of white, denim, and the signature burnt orange scarf has become an iconic image across the UT campus since its adoption in 1988. And to be quite honest, what first attracted me to Spirits was when I caught a glimpse of a girl in casual uniform at my first UT football game. It seems superficial, I know, but as I completed the extensive Weenie tasks leading up to my Fall’08 initiation, I learned that there is so much meaning and hard work in earning the signature Spirits scarf.  When I put it on, and head out to an event, there is a sense of pride for not only the Texas Spirit Tradition, but for all things Longhorn as well.  Ask any active member; the Spirits scarf is the perfect accessory.

In honor of Texas Spirits’ favorite time of year: UT Football season, I went about town to photograph some lovely actives to showcase their individual spin on the casual uniform…

Hilary Elrod, Fall’10

Top- Nordstom BP by way of Ari’s closet
Denim shorts- American Eagle Outfitters by way of Lauren’s closet
Boots- Cavenders
Jewelry- Kendra Scott Kingston Earrings in Tigers Eye
Personal Style- “Fun and comfortable, I like accessories!”
Where she shops- Strut, Forever 21,  & Ann Taylor LOFT

Callie Coulter, Fall’08

Dress- Calvin Klein at Macy’s

 Jewelry- Kendra Scott Jeanine Dangle Earrings in Turquoise & Jana Bracelet in Turquoise
Personal Style- “Classic, Simple, & Girly”
Where she shops- LC Lauren Conrad at Kohl’s & Buffalo Exchange

Jenny Feng, Spring ’11

Top- Nordstrom
Skirt- United Colors of Benetton
Jewelry- Kendra Scott Gwen Earrings in White Lily & Lucca Filigree Bangles in Gold
Personal Style- “Preppy, Neat, & Casual”
Where she shops - J.Crew, Saks Fifth, Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, & Ralph Lauren. Can’t forget about The Domain and little Austin boutiques!

Lauren Means, Fall ’10 

Dress- Forever 21

Vest- Gap by way of Hilary’s closet

Boots- Steve Madden (Birthday present from Mom!)
Wedges- Nine West
Jewelry- Kendra Scott Lizeth Rose Ring in Gold
Personal Style- “Random, girly, aided a lot by the help of my friends!”
Where she shops- Forever 21, Nordstrom, & cute downtown Austin boutiques

Special thanks to the above Spirits & Brooke Leal for all of your help!

CI Sept 3^rd just get here already WY
Michelle Sereno