Welcome to your sorority recruitment journey this fall—an exhilarating time to forge new friendships and connections that will shape your college experience. Navigating this week with ease and confidence starts with a well-packed rush bag, filled with essentials that will empower you at every stage. From someone who’s been through it all, this blog shares practical advice and insights to help you navigate recruitment week smoothly!
Rush Bag:
First things first, you’ll need a spacious tote bag to carry all the carry all your essentials like water, Advil, and snacks. Opt for a sturdy design that offers plenty of room to keep your essentials organized as you move house to house during recruitment.
- Chelsea Weekender, Kate Spade
- Nike Sportswear RPM Tote, Nike
- Quilted Puffer Tote, Victoria’s Secret
- Iris Tote Bag, Coach
Glam Touch Ups:
Heading into sorority rush week requires packing items to keep you looking and feeling your best throughout the day. Ensure you’re prepared with tools for quick touch-ups and a boost of confidence, so you can feel great and make a strong impression at every event.
- Tarte Smooth Operator Amazonia Clay Pressed Powder, Beauty Brands
- Salt & Stone Santal & Vetiver Extra-Strength Deodorant, Sephora
- Glow Nowhere Blotting Sheets, Beauty Brands
- Moroccanoil Mini Frizz Shield Spray, Sephora
- Coola Dew Illuminating Serum SPF 30, Beauty Brands
- Happy Heart Perfume Spray, The Cosmetic Company Store
- Charlotte Tilbury Glossy Lip Set, Sephora
Journal:
During rush, you’ll be going to a ton of different sororities, and believe me it’s easy for them to blend together. Taking a minute after each one to jot down the initial impressions and conversations you had, this will make it a lot easier when it’s time for you to rank houses and you have to remember what you liked about each one.
- Eccolo Floral Journal, T.J.Maxx
- Eccolo Cherry Print Journal, T.J.Maxx
- Retro Collection Notebook, BAM
- Outlet Mini Notebook, Vera Bradley
Comfortable Shoes:
Rush means A LOT of walking, so carry an extra pair of comfy sandals in your bag to slip on between houses. Trust me, your feet will thank you later.
- Cushionaire Feather Slide, American Eagle
- Arizona Rough Sandal Birkenstock, Rack Room Shoes
- Adilette Aqua Slides, Adidas
- Bianca Sandal, Buckle
Outfit Emergency:
Pack everything from safety pins to a mini sewing kit for sorority recruitment—you never know what you’ll need in a pinch to stay looking sharp, and bring extras in case your future “sisters” get into a pinch. Saving the day always makes a good impression!
- Fiskars 75pc Craft and Quilting Safety Pins, Target
- Double-Sided Tape, Victoria’s Secret
- Fiskars 12pc Hand Sewing Thread, Target
- Tide Stick, Target
