Women's fresher fashion - in pictures

Lisa Altmann Richer has just finished her first year at Cambridge University, studying medicine. Here are her top tips for what to pack for your first year Photograph: Martin Argles for the Guardian

Black leggings, Autograph, £12
A few pairs of good quality leggings are a packing essential. They’ll keep you warm when going out in dresses or skirts in the winter and can be worn under pretty much anything Photograph: Alamy

Navy blue satchel, £81.95 It’s worth spending a little extra on a top quality bag for transporting books, notes, laptops etc. to and from the library and lectures as it’ll be well used. This satchel is well suited and comes in a wide range of colours to provide that fashion edge. Photograph: PR

Blowfish Nella twisted front flats, Asos, £22
After a week or two at uni I soon learnt to ditch the heels in favour of the more comfortable flats on a night out Photograph: PR

Bodycon dress, Miss Selfridge £40 A simple bodycon dress was one of my favourites to wear on a night out. It’s comfortable on a night out and not too over the top. Photograph: PR

Fuchsia Hunter wellington boots, Welly Warehouse, £54.99. If you know you’re going to university up north where it snows a lot then wellies may be a good idea. I tend to favour those in bright or interesting colours over those with patterns as they don’t distract too much from an outfit but still make a fashion statement Photograph: PR

This cross body bag is perfect for a night out. Leather bag, Topshop, £25
Its small enough not to get in the way and still enables you to pack all the essentials. Additionally the cross body strap helps prevent you from losing it! Photograph: PR

Maine Jacket from Debenhams £35
A decent looking, warm winter coat is essential for keeping warm on the way to and from lectures. It’s always preferable if it has a hood as you never know when you’re going to be caught out by a British rain shower Photograph: PR

A pair or two of boots for those winter months is essential. It’s no fun freezing your feet off walking to and from lectures. Buying boots in neutral colours ensures they will go with pretty much any outfit Photograph: PR

Haviana flip flops £22
Havianas have always been one of my favourite brands of flip flops. Not only are they comfortable and cool in summer but they are crucial for keeping your feet clean during and after the showers – especially useful if you’ve got a grotty shared bathroom. Photograph: PR

Hair grips are always useful to have lying around. They’ll keep your hair off your face so you can concentrate properly in an essay crisis. Additionally, taking a few with on a night out for when your hair decides to play up is always a good idea Photograph: Alamy

Onepiece Original in Royal Blue from Onepiece Originals, £130
A onesie is perfect for those evenings when you end up just chilling, watching a movie in someone’s room. It may seem pricey, but it’s something you are likely to end up wearing several evenings a week Photograph: PR