Kathryn Wade

23, nonprofit development

What are you wearing? Banana Republic coat, Express jeans and Nine West shoes.

Describe your style: Casual and chic.

Will you spend less money this year? Most likely not, although I should.

What will be your present to yourself? Over-the-knee boots.

Sheila Wagner

19, student

What are you wearing? Tank top made from my brother's old T-shirt, Forever 21 cardigan, cut-off shorts from H&M jeans, H&M belt, Target tights, secondhand cowboy boots.

Describe your style: Comfortable.

Where will you do most of your holiday shopping? I'm making gifts, or supporting artists on Etsy.com.

What will be your present to yourself? SmartWool socks and relaxation.

Sarah Decker

25, apparel technology student, salon receptionist

What are you wearing? Shoes from Rewind; the skirt was a gift from my mom, I made my shirt and the sweater was thrifted.

Describe your style: I'm somewhere between a vintage cowgirl meets a woodland sprite.

Where will you do most of your holiday shopping? In my sewing room. I'm going to make as many of my gifts as possible.

What will be your present to yourself? Having my wedding ring fixed.

Melissa Peterson

22, student, personal care attendant

What are you wearing? H&M dress, Forever 21 jacket, Rocket Dog ballet flats and Target tights.

Describe your style: Classic and chic.

Where will you do most of your holiday shopping? I'll probably run around the Mall of America a week before Christmas.

Will you spend less money this year? Significantly less. Mainly due to being a senior in college.