If your TikTok FYP is anything like mine, you probably ended up on #BamaRushTok one way or another. The biggest trends of #BamaRush, and now recruitment TikTok in general? The fashion, and the rush survival bag contents. This rush season, hopeful potential new members are showcasing their OOTDs including tote bags, filled to the brim with necessities for surviving rush. If you’re about to start the process of running home to find your lifelong sisters, you’ll definitely want to read on before rush begins. College Fashionista shares the ultimate guide to building the perfect rush survival bag that will keep you chic and organized, and ensure you’re ready for the adventures of recruitment.
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The Perfect Tote Bag
The perfect rush survival bag starts with the perfect tote bag to fill. This tote (Marc Jacobs, $195) is chic and versatile, and has room for everything you could possibly need.
Portable Charger
This portable charger (Amazon, $29) can bring your phone to full battery four times, making it perfect for all the rush events and long days on campus. It comes in pink, purple, black and white. Plus, you can charge more than one phone at once so this is a great opportunity to make friends by sharing.
Aquaphor Stick
Regardless of where you’re rushing, you don’t need uncomfortable chapped lips or dry skin to throw off your vibes. This Aquaphor stick (Amazon, $10) makes it easy to stay glowing all day. Major tip: apply it to your cheeks before highlighter for an extra pop.
Welly Quick Fix Kit
This is the cutest Welly first aid kit (Amazon, $14) that comes in a little refillable tin. It’s stocked with hand sanitizer, bandaids, and antibiotic ointment, just in case.
Dry Shampoo
Keep your hair looking on point with dry shampoo (Ulta, $18). This one is travel sizes so it will always fit in your rush survival bag.
Travel Size Hairbrush
Tame your hair no matter where you are with this travel-sized hair brush (Ulta, $10). This way, you don’t have to worry about having a hair out of place during rush!
Mini deodorant
Make sure the nerves don’t make an appearance through sweat with this clean-smelling deodorant (Amazon, $2). Its mini size makes it fit in any pocket or purse with ease. Or you could opt for deodorant wipes, too.
Compact Mirror
This is literally the perfect mirror (Ulta, $20), complete with lights so you can have the perfect selfie lighting wherever you go! Did someone say rush TikToks?
Notebook
Take note of details and thoughts about each sorority with this cute notebook (Papier, $28). This book is sure to keep you organized as you make new friends and hopefully land a chapter you love.
Water Bottle
Keep yourself hydrated during rush with this cute bottle (Dick’s Sporting Goods, $33). Plus, it will also show how trendy you are since Owalas are the “it girl” of 2024, according to socials.
Rare Beauty Blotting Set
This blotting paper pack (NYX, $4) will help to keep your makeup flawless and matte as you trek through the late summer heat with your rush survival bag.
Mini Refillable Perfume Bottles
These mini bottles (Amazon, $7) are so easy to fill with your favorite perfume, and their tiny size makes them perfect to carry around in your rush survival bag.
Safety Pins
Prevent wardrobe disasters by always having some of these around in your rush survival bag. They also come in handy if you want to add ribbons, buttons, or name tags to your ‘fit.
This post was originally published on February 1, 2023.
