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.
If you're like me, I'm not one to walk out of the house in workout clothes. I workout and immediately shower and change; however, lately I've been noticing more and more women walking around every day in active wear. So this is where SOLOW comes into the picture. My mom recently started collaborating with an activewear line called SOLOW, but what's great about SOLOW is it is designed to be worn from gym to street. I know I know, it's my mom blahblahblah, but I honestly really like their pieces. This windbreaker reminds me of a leather jacket, and these leggings are slouchy and cropped and hardly look like workout leggings! This collection will be launching at the end of this month, so get excited! ALSO- if you like what you're seeing.... for the first time ever I'm holding a GIVEAWAY.
Here's what you do:
comment on my post on Instagram (@frankieberry) or Facebook (Facebook.com/frankiesplanetblog) and tag 3 FRIENDS for a chance to win a pair of SOLOW leggings. Winner will be chosen at random! GOOD LUCK!
