It’s that time of the year again: the leaves start falling, the breeze picks up and summer’s suddenly become just a fond memory again as people begin to fall in love with the idea of autumn. Though many might wonder why that is, why we all seem to fixate on the idea of fall. This could be for many reasons like festive flavors, holidays and cooler weather.

“It’s just like everything’s changing, like the leaves are different colors,” sophomore Sam Hasanov said. “It looks cool outside.”

Summer drags on with sunburns and sweaty days where getting anything done outdoors felt impossible. Many yearn for the weather that’s not too hot and not too cold, and fall brings just that.

“I just think the vibes are always there,” freshman Brian Stollertorres said. “I think it’s the perfect weather for anything. Summer’s too hot, winter’s too cold. Fall is that perfect in between.”

Fall is also that time where people start adding new clothes to their wardrobes. Maybe even some new shoes like boots or fluffy sneakers.

“It’s so romanticized because the aesthetic is very cozy, very warm, like people giving each other their sweaters type,” sophomore Christy Perez said.

Though the weather is nice and people enjoy it, other things draw people more, like the activities that fall brings. There’s so many cool things to do in the fall time and several holidays one could enjoy as well.

“I like going to pumpkin patches because I like corn mazes,” freshman Damien Keough said.

But hey listen, don’t forget about one of the most popular parts of fall. Though let’s be real, who could forget the food and drinks. Seasonal flavors are a massive thing, waiting year round for your favorite flavors. Sweet treats and warm drinks keep you warm in the fresh morning breeze. Going to coffee shops and local cafes, smelling the baked goods being made and drinks being brewed.

“Pumpkin loaf from Starbucks,” Stollertorres said. “Please get it. It’s so good.”

At the end of the day, romanticizing fall and being excited over it arriving is something most people can bond over. The trees changing colors, the less harsh weather and breeze and the wardrobe it brings, and especially the flavors and scents becoming popular all over again.

“Cinnamon Rolls and Chai lattes,” Perez said.