Every Sorority Girls Necessities.... - Page 11

pbpck · #1 07-18-2001, 01:31 PM

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Originally posted by Azelyn:
Please tell me what you think - I'm scared to death of being the campus dork or sticking out like a sore thumb. If you can think of anything else that could possibly work, please let me know, as well.

Whoah, simma there, sweetie

Listen, the first year of college is a major transition in one's life. And I can imagine how you are stressing about your first impressions. I spent hours before each night of rush figuring out what to wear. But you know something? The girls in the chapter never once said anything about clothes or makeup or anything. We talked about our travels and awards in school and what was most important to us, etc. Trust me, looks may grab, but personality holds. Just relax. College is the most amazing time of your life. Four years of learning and growing in an environment with 1000's of new people. There is absolutely nothing wrong with your list if that is what makes YOU happy and comfortable. But make sure that your wonderful and classy personality compliments your stellar wardrobe. What these girls look for is how you act at parties prior to and during rush for the most part. Because if you are puking at every party and seen going upstairs with different boys every hour it does not reflect well on your charachter. I am sure that you are not this type of girl though, so no worries

. Besides, if all we cared about was what you wear, we could just do a lineup of girls and select new members. But we really want to meet you! And remember that everyone kinda starts from scratch in college as far as reputations go, so take this opportunity to let your true self shine through and meet all the new amazing kids in the dorm from all over the country and even world. You will not be a dork. Swear. No one is a "dork" in college, they are just considered "independent and individualistic." Haha.

gammazetagrl · #2 07-18-2001, 02:08 PM

well, you can pick up a lot of guys just by mentioning you have a PS2 in your dorm room! j/k.

But seriously, the day we moved in, after my (first) roomie and i got our stuff settled, we set up the tv, her dreamcast, my (regular)playstation and n64, and decided to play a couple rounds of Street Fighter. We left the door halfway open as we played and of course needless to say we had our new male neighbors see us, drop by, and play with us

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"You've made me stronger
By breaking my heart
You've ended my life
And made a better one start
You've taught me everything
From falling in love
To letting go of a lie
Yes you've made me stronger
Baby, by saying goodbye"
--Regine Velasquez

gammazetagrl · #3 07-18-2001, 02:13 PM

Heidi is right about stuff getting stolen. I forgot to add this to my reply and it may sound stupid but you'll realize how many college kids in the dorms actually forget to do this....close and lock the door when taking a nap or going to sleep!!!a guy on the 11th floor of my dorm woke up to find his ps2 and n64 stolen just because he was watching tv and the door was open. later he fell asleep...and this happened in the middle of the afternoon!

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"You've made me stronger
By breaking my heart
You've ended my life
And made a better one start
You've taught me everything
From falling in love
To letting go of a lie
Yes you've made me stronger
Baby, by saying goodbye"
--Regine Velasquez

Corbin Dallas · #4 07-18-2001, 02:38 PM

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Originally posted by gammazetagrl:
Heidi is right about stuff getting stolen. I forgot to add this to my reply and it may sound stupid but you'll realize how many college kids in the dorms actually forget to do this....close and lock the door when taking a nap or going to sleep!!!a guy on the 11th floor of my dorm woke up to find his ps2 and n64 stolen just because he was watching tv and the door was open. later he fell asleep...and this happened in the middle of the afternoon!

Wow, I have definitely lived a sheltered life. My freshman year, and even now at the house, I left my door open and unlocked all the time, except for when both myself and my roommate were leaving for more than 12 hours. Theft is not a problem on our campus, and EVERYONE at least has 2 laptops in their room, along with video games, dvd players, vcr's, tv's refridgerators, microwaves, stereos, desktop computers, etc. depending on the people. I think something like 5 laptops have been stolen and 3 cars broken into in my three years at Rose, of course it's a private school, not in town, and most everything is set back off the main road it's on a good ways.

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Steve Corbin
Lambda Chi Alpha
Theta Kappa Chapter
Rose-Hulman Inst. of Tech.

AlphaSigLana · #5 07-18-2001, 11:48 PM

Every sorority girl needs lip gloss. Also Sex and the City on DVD(great fashions). A pair of comfort clothes and a pint of ice cream for the days we just want to chill with our sorority sisters bc we are depressed, lonely, hate men, or want to hang with our girls because we love them-NO boys allowed!

AlphaChiChristy · #6 07-19-2001, 12:29 AM

Azelyn,
I know that you've had everyone on here reply to your query, but I'm going to, too! First of all, everyone's right. Be yourself. You SHOULD look nice at rush, because first impressions last, but that doesn't mean that you need to wear particular labels. Look nice in what you're comfortable in. As for the rest of rush, WHO you are (not what label you wear)is what will get you in a sorority. What label you wear might determine which of your sisters you shop with, but not which letters you'll wear! Enjoy rush and focus on the experience. Take the opportunity to meet new people and make new friends. Just because you join one chapter doesn't mean you can't have friends in another. Some of the girls you'll be closest to during rush will go to different houses. Also - big advice - don't choose your chapter by which one your best friend is going to. Choose the one you'll feel most comfortable in. If you two are good enough friends, your letters won't affect the friendship.
Anyway. The point is, have fun! These really are the best years of your life!

Thrillhouse · #7 07-19-2001, 01:02 AM

[quote]Originally posted by Corbin Dallas:
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Originally posted by gammazetagrl:
Heidi is right about stuff getting stolen. I forgot to add this to my reply and it may sound stupid but you'll realize how many college kids in the dorms actually forget to do this....close and lock the door when taking a nap or going to sleep!!!a guy on the 11th floor of my dorm woke up to find his ps2 and n64 stolen just because he was watching tv and the door was open. later he fell asleep...and this happened in the middle of the afternoon!

1971 man: Laptop computers? Dvd players?

What is all of this stuff?

[This message has been edited by Ex greek (edited July 19, 2001).]

Azelyn · #8 07-19-2001, 01:34 AM

Thank you so much for writing me back everyone! I really, really appreciate it! I'm (obviously) very nervous. I'm going to Miami of Ohio and I have no idea what to expect. I certainly don't want to flaunt anything or stand out! All I want is to fit into the big puzzle - I'm just kinda oblivious as to who and what is in the puzzle. From what I understand now (rather than a few years ago) I live in a bubble.
I don't want to lose my identity, but I don't want to repel anyone or hit any limitations on friendships. I really just want to fit to the norm -
I guess my list of stuff is actually very very shallow but I guess I'm just used to an environment where people are judged on what they have, not who they are (sad, but true). In hopes of breaking that line of thinking, I want Miami to be a clean slate in a way. I have a bit of a better idea of what to expect now - everyone thank you so much - your advice has been a breath of fresh air! XOXOXOXO

HeidiHo · #9 07-19-2001, 02:29 AM

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Originally posted by Azelyn:
I'm going to Miami of Ohio

I'm a Cincinnatian born & raised, and tons of people from my HS go to Miami. I don't think there's anywhere to buy some of the labels you mentioned around here. My impression of Miami had always been Abercrombie, J Crew & Banana Republic. A preppy casual sort of look. I could be generalizing too much and you may know more about the atmosphere than I do, but I think you may be going too high end.
On to more fun topics- are you from Ohio? I love talking to people near me, it makes the world seem much smaller.

Talk to you soon.
Heidi

ConcordDZ · #10 07-25-2001, 04:14 PM

First, let me say that the lists I have read have definitely been wish lists for almost every woman in the world! I mean, who doesn't want tons of money to spend on jewelry, clothes, etc. I am a big shopper myself, but I ALWAYS buy on sale and look for imitations. When I was in high school I wasted my money on a lot of expensive clothes because I just couldn't wait for them to go on sale. I still love name brand clothes, but I've learned to wait until they're marked down. Plus, there are lots of things that I know I could never afford even if they were marked down, so I look for the imitation. For instance:

The infamous Tiffany heart bracelet and necklace? I got the bracelet at B.Moss for $4.99 and the necklace at Lerner for $7.00.

The BEBE pants? Lerner, Express, and Limited on sale for $15.

Dark denim jeans and jean jacket? Old Navy, where everything is ALWAYS cheap and quality made.

You can always look like a million bucks for under $50. Old Navy, Target, TJ Maxx...really, if someone cares whether or not you're wearing a "name tag," are they worth being friends with anyway? Trust me, I've taught myself how to manage MY money (emphasis on MY) and learned just how far it can go.

As far as "must-haves" go, I feel like these are two very important things that EVERY girls should have....

1)Close friendships with both your sisters and friends OUTSIDE of your chapter and Greek life. I love my sisters, but sometimes I need to hang out with people that I don't have to discuss DZ with. Anyone else feel this way?
2)Your own personality and a strong sense of who you are. If you're not a strong person when you join, chances are people are going to make you into someone you don't want to be. I've seen this happen way too many times to girls in other chapters and a couple in my own.

For the superficial "must-haves," we all have those, too...

1)Gray New Balance Tennis shoes
2)Dark denim jeans
3)Our favorite stores: Old Navy, American Eagle, B.Moss, Lerner, Limited, Gap
4)Yes, we all have the black pants
5)Black leather jacket
6)Windpants...name brand or not, who cares?
7)College and sorority sticker on the back window of your car...whatever car you can afford. Who cares as long as it gets you from A to B, and you can cram several sisters in it!
8)Pullover jackets with letters on them
9)Lavaliere
10) Long sleeve t-shirts of ANY kind
11) Several pair of every day jeans and khakis
12) Warm jacket, gloves, hat, and boots...it snows a lot
13) LL Bean monogrammed backpack
14) Flip Flops...once again, Old Navy, $3.50
15) White dress...is there such a thing as a pretty one?
16) A best guy friend, usually your big brother, (even if you have a boyfriend) because sometimes you need a guy's perspective

To the girl attending college in the fall...I don't know anything about Miami of Ohio, but I do know that college is NOTHING like high school. You are free to be whatever you want to be. I loved high school, but I love college even more. You'll learn to be a free thinker and do whatever makes YOU happy. Don't worry about what other people think. We all had the same fear you did when we entered college--but being superficial will hurt more than it helps. Girls and guys will be put off by it and will think you're snobby whether you are or not. Enjoy yourself, and let people see that!

Sorry this is so long, but this is the first time I read this thread and I just had a lot to say!

ConcordDZ :-)

Turtlegirl · #11 07-25-2001, 11:35 PM

Hi ConcordDZ! I'm a DZ here in Texas! Tell me more about this B. Moss store - I don't think we have those here. I am so jealous because I have been desperately searching for the imitation Tiffany stuff and I can't find it anywhere. I found a similar bracelet at TJ Maxx but it didn't have the nifty toggle closure. Anyone have any other ideas where to find it?

wishinhopin · #12 07-26-2001, 12:56 AM

Oops, put my message in the wrong spot. Just wanted to mention that the infamous Tiffany's chain link bracelet can be engraved with Greek letters for an extra price.

juniorgrrl · #13 07-26-2001, 01:04 AM

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Originally posted by Turtlegirl:
Hi ConcordDZ! I'm a DZ here in Texas! Tell me more about this B. Moss store - I don't think we have those here. I am so jealous because I have been desperately searching for the imitation Tiffany stuff and I can't find it anywhere. I found a similar bracelet at TJ Maxx but it didn't have the nifty toggle closure. Anyone have any other ideas where to find it?

The real bracelet from Tiffany's doesn't have the toggle bar closure - it has a reguar claw clasp. The necklace does, however, have the toggle bar.

I found a bracelet with the heart and toggle bar at TJ Maxx in January. It just broke last weekend - the heart snapped right off

I'm thinking the boyfriend might be getting the real one for Christmas...

pbpck · #14 07-26-2001, 01:36 AM

Girls, realistically...

When it comes to trendy clothing items, buy those assymetrical tops on the sale racks at your favorite stores. If you splurge on a few items, invest in a peacoat, a pair of comfy and a pair of "going out" jeans, and a pair of classic black square toed pumps. But when it comes to jewelry, ALWAYS go for quality. Buy it real and from dependable stores. This means, buy the real Tiffany's bracelet. Based upon my experience, the more upscale lines have much better customer service and product guarentees. Plus, I would rather be head to toe Ross and have a real Tiffany's bracelet and feel like a million bucks. Plus, the chain link bracelet(heart and Return to Tiffany) is only $135...that's less than a week's paycheck. Splurge, girls. You all deserve it!

wishinhopin · #15 07-26-2001, 03:38 AM

I totally agree! Some splurges are worth it. And, on a related note, don't worry if something is trendy or not. I was in Tiffany's, looking at the bracelet, and some girl was like "ugh, I don't want THAT, everyone has it". So what? I like it and it makes me happy. So buy what makes ya feel good girls!