I hate even saying this, but it's back to school time... I've always hated back to school commercials because they're the first sign that summer is ending. Okay, school doesn't totally suck, it's cool to see your friends, but it's not fun getting up early, going to class and doing homework. I'm going into my senior year of college in just one week, so here are some of my tips about getting through that annoying transition from summer to school. Admittedly, I tend to doodle my way through class, but here are some other helpful tips to make you a feel a little bit better about getting back into the swing of things. (note: some of this will include retail therapy and some won't)
Get or make yourself a cool backpack. Although I would love to have this amazing Saint Laurent backpack, why not work with what you've got. Get some cool pins and patches from a vintage store or Etsy and turn that ratty old backpack into your own unique masterpiece.
A rocking playlist. Need some motivation in the morning? Listen to some power tunes in your dorm, car, bus ride, shower, or whatever you do in the morning. Music can be a serious mood changer. My current obsession is a new british rock band called The Struts. This power anthem "Could Have Been Me" is sure to lift up your spirits and motivate you to do something cool with your life.
Work out. This sounds soooo lame, but working out really helps to relieve stress and clear your mind. It's hard to make time, but it's worth it in the end. When I can't do cardio barre, I like to go on youtube and look up workouts that I can do in my dorm. Music can help motivate you during your workout too. Play some up tempo jams to get your body moving and grooving.
Super cool school supplies. Hello kitty has always been my personal favorite for school supplies, but you would be surprised that staples has some cool supplies to keep you organized and feeling cool. I love getting anything with glitter on it because glitter can always make me happy.
Plan after school activities. Whether it be waiting for the weekend to hang with some friends, or going to a concert after you're done with your homework, it always helps to have something to look forward to. Maybe you just want to play guitar in your room, or go to some school party, whatever it is, try to keep something fun planned to look forward to when you're suffering through homework and class.
I love this purple 70s inspired romper I found at a store in Venice called Aust. (cool store, LA people you should check it out, they sell all Australian brands) I love rompers... except when I have to go to the bathroom, they kind of suck... suffer for fashion? Whatever, rompers are cute for the summer because they're an outfit in one, which means you don't have to do much other thinking besides picking out a pair of shoes and some accessories. Speaking of accessories, I decided to pair this romper with these really cool dangly moon earrings I got from Frisk jewelry. These earrings are super pretty and fit the 70's boho vibe I was going for.
