10 Ways To Spot University of the Arts, London Students

10 Ways to Spot A University of the Arts Student

We're sure arts students nationwide, whether UAL or non-UAL, will be able to spot at least one of these fashion-conscious students after reading this short guide.

University of the Arts London - made up of Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design, Chelsea College of Art and Design, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Art (phew) - is filled with fashionistas, posers and unintentionally funny individuals.

Although the likes of Alexander McQueen, Stella McCartney, Lucian Freud, John Galliano and Tim Roth have passed through its doors, some of the arts and fashion students have some questionable tastes and inventions; maybe trying a little too hard to be unique and original.

We're sure there are a few (maybe three) UAL students who do not fit this criteria. However we urge you not to go looking for the odd ones out, as you'll be wasting your time!

Here is how to spot them...

10 Ways To Spot A UAL Student
They talk about themselves A LOT(01 of10)
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They will either tell you about their ex and their ex's ex within minutes of meeting you, or they'll say nothing at all - attempting to appear mysterious and intriguing.
They are always ready for a photo opportunity (02 of10)
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Their Facebook profile pictures have a 'no smiles policy'. And instead will feature lots of pouting, Instagram filters and chiseled jaw lines.
They all have totes(03 of10)
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They carry around a flimsy tote bag, with an image, inspirational quote or 'UAL' on.
It's all about who's wearing what(04 of10)
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Online shopping is their vice - buying statement designer pieces to match with a "cheap bargain they picked up from a vintage shop" is one of their favourite pass-times.
They love their half-naked pop divas(05 of10)
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They have a secret love for Miley Cyrus and her extravagant antics - whether they'll admit it or not. Along with Iggy Azalea, Rihanna, Azealia Banks and Beyoncé.
They only use Apple products.(06 of10)
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Strictly Macs and iPhones only. Any other device or brand is alien to them.
They are always watching their weight(07 of10)
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They are always "obsessed" with particular foods, drinks and forms of exercise. For instance, "this week I'm just obsessed with my new yoga DVD and I can't stop drinking espressos".
They like finding photogenic places to hang out with their attractive friends(08 of10)
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They're drawn to small, quirky, Shoreditch-style cafés and bars. (Why are they wearing sunglasses inside? Also, is the woman in the middle Kate Middleton?)
They like to experiment with make-up and dressing up. (09 of10)
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To them, life is a show, and they're going to make it as damn exciting and theatrical as possible.
They call themselves a DJ or boast that all their friends are DJs(10 of10)
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They brand themselves as a DJ, when in reality they know how to press play on a laptop. (Their secret: searching 'Deep House' on SoundCloud, pressing play on a mix and looking far into the distance pouting with one arm pointing to the sky).