Backpack Essentials

Whether you're heading off to a full day of classes or just one, having a fully stocked backpack is important so that you're prepared and ready to make the most of it. Unless you're in college and live on campus, chances are you have to carry with you everything you need to get through the day. Here's a list of everything to bring with you (in addition to your notebooks & textbooks of course):

• A small wallet with your ID, cash, bus tickets, a house key, etc. 
• Tissues
• Extra pens & pencils
• Hair bands & bobby pins
• A small stapler (you'd be surprised how often you'll need one of these!)
• Hand sanitizer
• Chapstick
• Notecards & sticky notes
• Gum
• Advil
• Water bottle
• Crystal Light To-Go Packets (I love the Grape flavor that has a bit of caffeine)
• Granola bar

What are your backpack essentials?

XOXO

Fashion Friday: Back to School Look #2

Back To School Look: Cozy Friday by haleympettit featuring acrylic drinkware

Aéropostale aeropostale t shirt / Uniqlo pink sweater, $7.65 / The North Face waterproof jacket / Zara skinny jeans / American Trench navy socks / Ankle boots / JanSport laptop bag / France Luxe ribbon hair tie / Ban do acrylic drinkware

After the excitement of a new school year fades and the weather starts to turn blustery, it's good to have some cozy basics to throw on. A rain jacket, sweatshirt, and slouchy tee may not seem like the most fashionable choices while you're shopping, but when test days roll around you'll be glad to have them in your closet.

For this comfy look, throw on your favorite pair of skinny jeans with a simple tee shirt and a cozy sweatshirt. Choose a pair of shoes that are comfortable like low-heeled boots or a pair of tennis shoes. (And don't forget fun socks!) Finally, put on a rain jacket for an extra layer of warmth and for wind/rain protection.

For an extra cozy day, bring a warm drink in a travel mug! I also included hair ties in this look because it's always a good idea to keep a few extra in your backpack for when you want to get your hair out of your face during a test or a long class.

To be honest, I probably wore an outfit like this everyday during the fall and winter of my academic life! There's nothing cozier than a warm sweatshirt or sweater and your comfiest boots.

What do you like to wear to stay comfy and cozy at school?

XOXO

Homework Station Essentials

I believe that having your own space to do your homework is one of the best ways to motivate yourself and succeed. Without a dedicated space to getting work done, it's a lot harder to get started and settled in for a night of homework. 

First off, you have to have a desk or a table to yourself. Working in a shared space can be more fun, but it's also good to have a place where you can leave your books open and you won't be in anyone's way. It's also important to have a bright lamp for late night study sessions. I like to have fun posters and a calendar up so I'm not just staring at a blank wall. 

 On my desk, I like to keep

• A candle (this one is Sweater Weather by Bath and Body Works - one of my favorite fall scents)
• Some colored pens for brightening up notes
• Extra paper
• Sticky notes & tabs for marking important passages
• A drink & mints
• A book weight (this one is a life changer. Mine is from a local bookstore, but you can find them on Amazon or make your own)
• Extra pens and pencils

What are your homework station essentials? 

XOXO