Anyone who’s been on TikTok the past few months has probably seen the “kinda chic” trend. For those who haven’t, here’s a quick recap. The “kinda chic” trend consists of people posting their day-to-day occupations, lifestyle, or just some words they live by. They often overlay pale yellow text saying, “it’s kinda chic to,” with a compilation of aesthetic clips or pictures that capture these “kinda chic” moments.
Some examples say it’s kinda chic to go on a coffee walk at work or kinda chic to be obsessed with your own life. These are just a few of my favorites, but the possibilities are truly endless. The point of this trend is to reframe your mundane life as exciting and whimsical!
It’s about that time of year in the fall semester, when everyone is getting sick, classes are rapidly picking up, and it’s raining almost every day. When getting up in the morning feels like a personal attack on your sanity, that’s when you know it’s time to bring some chic into your life.
Here are five of my favorite “kinda chic” daily habits that may help you thrive, not just survive, during this fall season.
- It’s Kinda Chic to Have a Fun Drink
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This one can be absolutely transformative if you find the right one. It can be homemade or store-bought, but carrying around a fun drink can make anything more fun! That 8 a.m. class you hate? Bring a fun drink with you. Suddenly, the sad gray world of school becomes full of color.
My personal favorite fun drink is Starbucks’ new Iced Banana Bread Chai. I love the dash of cinnamon on top of sweet cold foam with an underlying nutty flavor. This drink can get me through literally anything.
- It’s Kinda Chic to Accessorize to the Max
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I’ve noticed that accessories are really trendy right now: chunky hoop earrings, bangles, and fun beaded necklaces. Honestly, I’m living for it. I love seeing people really express themselves in unique and fun ways.
Also, this can turn any plain outfit into a personalized look. This is the literal definition of chic. This “not-so-fall” weather has called for interesting outfit choices, but you can always spice up a boring day with fun jewelry. School can be taxing and drain your battery, but fun accessories are a great way to bring back that spark and feel like yourself again.
My favorite place to find affordable accessories lately is Evry Jewels. They always have amazing deals going on, which are perfect for the broke college girlies, and their catalog is vast, with options for every style.
- It’s Kinda Chic to Get Off Your Phone
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In a world consumed by doomscrolling and constant stimulation, it’s important to prioritize putting the phone down and going outside. I don’t know about y’all, but for me, taking a nice walk outside without my phone can solve any minor inconvenience. Being in nature makes me feel calmer, grounded, and overall, at peace.
If you don’t believe my personal testimony, there is science behind this. There was actually a study done with college-age students that had them spend three weeks reducing smartphone usage. They found a causal relationship between smartphone use and mental health, with decreased screen time lessening their depressive symptoms and stress, while increasing sleep quality and well-being.
With all these facts, you can’t deny that it’s time to log off and connect with the outside world. Take a fun yoga class, go on a walk with your roommate, or go watch the sunset. These chic self-care rituals are destined to make you feel like a million bucks.
- It’s Kinda Chic to Actually Go to Class
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Now, I know what you guys are thinking. I understand how easy it is to stay in bed and be lazy. However, you are here, in college, for a reason. Whether you’re paying for tuition, your parents are, or the state is, the fact is, someone is funding your journey to get educated, and you should take advantage of it.
Women all around the world want to pursue an education, but not all of them can. It’s so chic to be an intelligent woman. It’s so chic to get that degree. It’s so chic to reach for the stars. Whatever your motivation is, find it and let it inspire you every day to go to class. You can do it!
- It’s Kinda Chic to Have a Morning Routine
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I know I’m not the only one whose mornings often look chaotic. Rolling out of bed, quickly throwing on an outfit, eating half a banana, and then rushing off to class. While this “works,” it’s not sustainable and is a recipe for disaster.
Having a slow, intentional morning routine can make all the difference in your day. It feels so cutesy to get out of bed, make a nutritious breakfast, and calmly get ready while jamming out to your favorite playlist. Starting the day with positive vibes is a perfect way to set yourself up for a productive day. It makes everything feel so much more fun and light!
I hope you all enjoyed my suggestions. Chic is in the eye of the beholder, so if this made you think of any other chic habits, implement them in your day!
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