Have at least 6 bottomwear pieces in your wardrobe, especially if you're going to live in a hostel and do your own laundry. There will be times when you can't wash clothes daily and having an extra pair of jeans is handy.

When it comes to vivas or project presentations, no examiner likes sloppily-dressed students. Have at least 2 pairs of formal trousers for these occasions. And if you wear them frequently, invest a little money in dry cleaning to keep them looking new for as long as possible.

Even campuses that have a ban on jeans allow female students to wear palazzos, so if you're unsure of dress code, wear palazzos with a long top, kurti or kurta. They're also a more comfortable option than tight churidars in Indian weather.

Skip round-neck tees with cliche quotes and make polo tees in solid hues are your go-to garment. You'll look - and feel - more prepared for class in these.

The sooner you start wearing shirts, the more comfortable you'll be when you have to wear them to vivas & finally to campus placements. The objective is to look "professional" and thus "employable".

Your style should flatter your figure & reflect your personality, without compromising on comfort & practicality. Experiment with cuts, colours, prints, etc. till you find what works for you.

Every campus has it's share of cultural events that require students to wear ethnic clothes, so it's best to be prepared beforehand. No Petticoat? No Problem! Wear skin colour tights. As long as it has a strong elastic and you're not doing Bharatnatyam, you'll be fine!

Mix & match your clothes with scarves in various lengths, prints, colours & drapes to form a new look each time. For more creative ways to use a scarf, search for #HowToWearAScarf or check out my post : http://www.limeroad.com/story/howtowear-series--howtowearascarf-st57284439f80c2466c40d713f/vip

Save time & energy on wardrobe decisions by having set combos of practical shoes & spacious bags for casual, semi-formal & formal occasions.

Instead of whiling away the hours in the canteen, spend an hour on keeping fit & flexible. You'll learn to manage your time better and you'll feel better about yourself too.

Carry a packed lunch and eat on the go instead of skipping a meal. Sharing home-made food with homesick classmates is also a great way to build bonds with people.

Your room may be tiny, but it's home, so team up with your roommate and decorate it together in a way that makes it comfy & inviting for both of you. It's also a fun way to bond and get to know each other's taste.