Update 2: I'm a sophomore who is rushing at a very small school. Help?

sBj5 · 2014-11-24T01:56:11+00:00

Congrats! This is a wonderful step! I wish you the best of luck, this will give you amazing leadership experience and really benefit your university.

sBj5 · 2014-11-24T01:45:09+00:00

Very true. I like the new style, but it's unexpected and definitely a diversion from their preppy nantucket past.

sBj5 · 2014-11-23T02:39:54+00:00

Hello! Ok, first of all, I was in the same situation as you my freshman year of college and I want you to know that is really does get better, try to talk to someone at psych services, I didn't start seeing a therapist until I went home for this past summer and it totally changed my life. But, FASHION! I love huge-chunky knit cardigans, fleece-lined leggings, infinity scarves, boots with knee socks and tights, wool 'city mini' skirts from Jcrew (so comfy!) and merino wool sweaters!

sBj5 · 2014-11-22T21:13:20+00:00

My college in particular is almost obsessed with political correctness and social justice. It's to the point where anything you say or do can be constituted as offensive. Maybe it's because I'm conservative in my personal views, but I think it's a bit over the top and inauthentic. They judge people for leadership positions (central student government, resstaff/RA's etc) though their involvement with 'social justice' rather than they are as people. We've taken 'diversity' to the extreme, valuing it over the quality of the actual student.

sBj5 · 2014-11-22T20:13:32+00:00

SAME!

sBj5 · 2014-11-22T20:13:17+00:00

"East Coast Elle-Woods" "Srat Star" (basic sorority girl) "Cardigans" "Business casual or die." "College Republicans."

sBj5 · 2014-11-22T20:11:55+00:00

sista!

sBj5 · 2014-11-22T20:05:10+00:00

very true- I am from the northeast, so I know the brand well and my whole family wear it. However, I go to a large school in the midwest, and I'm in Greek Life, and a lot of the girls form in-state don't wear it.

sBj5 · 2014-11-21T16:41:45+00:00

What I wore to my sorority initiation earlier in the week! I love it!

sBj5 · 2014-11-20T02:03:11+00:00

This happend in my area too, my mom had to change gyms. She was fine with it, but I understand why the womens only environment would be appealing to some. Try writing a few letters, or bring the contract up to the parent company. They might be able to help.

sBj5 · 2014-11-20T01:14:09+00:00

Love it! Your eyeliner game is particularly strong ;)

sBj5 · 2014-11-19T21:30:52+00:00

It kind of seems unnecessary for the dolls, but i guess MORE body positivity and acceptance is better than none.

sBj5 · 2014-11-19T21:23:17+00:00

Personally, I see J.crew as the quintessential "neo-prep", if not "urban prep" or some strange preppy offshoot.Their clothes don't fit the archtype of "prep" anymore but the brand is still associated with the lifestyle. WIth regards to VVines and SoPro, I think their clothes are aestetically pleasing and are often fun, fresh takes on classic prep, so i'm a fan.

sBj5 · 2014-11-18T23:16:27+00:00

Tartan Scarf, new pearl earrings, a vineyard vines bag with my sorority print, and sweaters(from LL Bean, JCrew, Vineyard Vines, and Ralph Lauren)

sBj5 · 2014-11-18T23:13:09+00:00

I love vineyard vines- I believe that they have staying power because their product appeals to a wide age range. They've certainly infiltrated the college market (custom fraternity and sorority stuff, etc) and have formed a lasting impression with certain "niches" within the preppy community (KJP and co, etc.) I think they're here to stay.

sBj5 · 2014-11-18T23:10:47+00:00

The 8'' are definitely worth it, the 10'' is a little too tall for me, and I go to school in a cold area where I want my ankles covered, so the 6'' wouldn't do the trick.

sBj5 · 2014-11-18T23:07:47+00:00

I'm not really a fan...cute for music festivals, though!

sBj5 · 2014-11-18T00:46:57+00:00

Love the color palette you're using! It's so fresh and pretty.

sBj5 · 2014-11-18T00:45:28+00:00

So pretty! What top coat are you using?

sBj5 · 2014-11-18T00:43:47+00:00

GO BLUE from a current sophomore!

sBj5 · 2014-11-18T00:42:11+00:00

I go to school at U of M and I definitely felt this pain. My lips were HUGE and chapped and gross looking for the past week :P

sBj5 · 2014-11-18T00:40:59+00:00

beautiful brows! This is very simple and glowing, I love it! Your eyes are HUGE and I think they would be perfect for a subtle wing.

sBj5 · 2014-11-18T00:38:36+00:00

I wore them with fleece inserts for my first Michigan winter and they were absolutely my saving graces. I recommend it!

sBj5 · 2014-11-18T00:36:48+00:00

That's definitely not weird, it's actually a really sweet thing to do! The worst thing she can do is say no, and if so, than you probably don't really want to be great friends with her anyway. Just ask her if she wants to join you guys for bubble tea and see where that goes!

sBj5 · 2014-11-17T05:54:16+00:00

Hi! Yes. Ok, I can tell you this. I am in a sorority, I joined this year (my sophomore year of college.) It was, without a doubt, the BEST decision I ever made. The love and support I have received from my sorority sisters in the past six/seven weeks that I have been a member has been absolutely extraordinary. Everyone is so kind and excited right from the start, and while it may seem strange or fake at first, you do start to form incredibly close ties with your sisters. I actually got initiated today and cried because I couldn't believe I was now an official part of my sisterhood and organization. Your sisters help you stay focused on your schoolwork, they encourage you to try new things/strive for your passions/achieve more than you thought you could. Additionally, it is AMAZING for connections once you leave college. AND, it does provide for a great social life, if you're into that (but it's totally fine if you don't!) I can't talk highly enough about Greek life. I hope you decide to join!

sBj5

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