Hey, y'all! My name is Isabella, and I’m a college student learning how to navigate adulthood right alongside you!! Today, I will tell you what you need in your tote bag for sorority recruitment week as a potential new member.
But first, let's define a rush bag and why you should have one. A rush bag is a medium-sized handbag, or more specifically, a tote bag, that you use to hold all your recruitment information and other little essentials for rush week. It's not just a bag; it's your emergency kit and secret weapon for staying fresh between parties.
I seriously believe this is a necessity, and everyone should have one. I used multiple items in my bag before every single party, y'all; it's so helpful!! Whether you want to put the bare minimum essentials in your bag, which is totally fine, or if you're someone like me who loves to be prepared for every situation, a rush bag is beyond helpful. Every school does sorority recruitment a little differently, so you can adapt your bag to the circumstances you will be in. For example, bring comfy shoes and an umbrella if you're walking.
Contrary to popular belief, there is no need to spend much money on a nice bag for rush!!!! I was one of those people who thought I needed a nice, new, expensive bag. However, the sorority girls never even see your bag…you leave your bag outside with all your belongings (phone especially), so the girls at the parties never even see it! That being said, it is wise to invest in a bag that fits all your needs, whether size or amount of pockets. This way, it can benefit you, but there is no need to spend much money on it. Check out my Instagram @thepearsonpost for recommendations for affordable and stylish tote bags! All under $35!!!!
The most important things you may want on hand are a handheld fan, a water bottle, snacks, a towel to sit on, comfy shoes to change into, touch-up makeup, and an umbrella or rain jacket. My recommendation for other items to keep in your bag is a notebook, mints, and feminine products. Also, bring your favorite staple makeup products like mascara, eyelash curler, lip liner, lip gloss, concealer, powder, etc. I linked a few of my favorites of each!!
Handheld fan!!
(This is a necessity if you're rushing somewhere where it will be hot outside!!!!!)
The fan I used:
Another fan I recommend:
Water bottle!!
The water bottle I used:
Another water bottle I recommend:
Towel!!
(To sit on in between parties)
The towel I used:
Another towel I recommend:
Face blotters!!
(Auburn was so hot, so it helps when you’re sweaty.)
The blotter I used:
Another blotter I recommend:
Spray deodorant!!
The deodorant I used:
Anotoher deodorant I recommend:
Powerpack!!
The powerpack I used:
Another powerpack I recommend:
Brush!!
(A travel-sized brush is a must to freshen up!!!!)
The brush I used:
Another brush I recommend:
Mirror!!
(Will help you touch up your makeup in between parties!!)
The mirror I used:
Another mirror I recommend:
Dry Shampoo!!
The dry shampoo I used:
Another dry shampoo I recommend:
Shoes!!
(I recommend comfy shoes to wear for walking around in between parties.)
The shoes I wore:
Another pair of shoes I recommend:
Fashion tape!!
(I recommend bringing fashion tape or an extra sticky bra if it's hot where you're rushing.)
The fashion tape I used:
Another fashion tape I recommend:
Mints!!
(I recommend mints, not gum, so you aren’t chewing gum in a party, these are my favorites!)
The mints I used:
Hand sanitizer!!
The hand sanitizer I used:
Another hand sanitizer I recommend:
Tissues!!
The tissues I used:
Other tissues I recommend:
Umbrella!!
(Keep some kind of rain gear on hand, just in case!)
The umbrella I used:
Another umbrella I recommend:
Rain jacket!!
The rain jacket I used:
Another rain jacket I recommend:
Pens!!
The pens I used:
Another set of pens I recommend:
Notebook!!
The notebook I used:
Another notebook I recommend:
Perfume!!
(You can even fill up your own perfume with the travel container I recommended)
The perfume I used:
Another perfume I recommend:
Bandaids!!
(I recommend throwing some of these in your bag, especially if you'll be walking a lot!!)
The bandaids I used:
Medicine!!
(In case of a headache.)
The travel advil I used:
Energy drinks!!
(I recommend bringing an energy drink or just a caffeinated drink if you need a pick-me-up between parties since you have to talk so much!! You could also throw an energy drink packet with a water bottle in your bag, which would be easy.)
The energy drinks I used:
Another energy drink I recommend:
Snacks!!
(You might get hungry if you attend multiple parties, so just throw in some easy snacks. These are my favorites! P.S. You can also just throw in an apple or orange to eat for natural energy!)
With Love,
Isabella XO
