This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Scranton chapter.
In a blink of an eye the year flies by! Can you believe it’s spring semester already?! Being prepared for class is a must, but when heading back to campus school essentials can take a backseat to those fab holiday gifts! Don’t worry though Her Campus Scranton is here to help with our 12 Spring Semester Must Haves!
- Infinity ScarfCold weather calls for being cozy and comfy, that’s exactly what you’ll get with the Crisscross Knit Infinity Scarf! This type of scarf keeps you warm as you venture out into the freezing temperatures. If you’re dressing up for a girl’s night out or heading to LSC in leggings this scarf is the perfect match!
- Waterproof Phone CaseThe climate changes but your social media habits don’t, protect your phone with LifeProof’s FRE case. Rain, sleet and snow are all a go this time of year and keeping your phone dry is a necessity. This phone case will allow you to Snapchat those cute selfies in the snow.
- Water BottleCollege girls are busy bees and along with that hydration is key! The CamelBak Eddy water bottle allows us to take advantage of the filtered-fill stations on campus. This bottle is perfect for heading to class or running to the gym.
- Lip Balm The only thing worse than chapped lips is not being able to find your chap stick in your book bag. Eos lip balm takes away that worry, it’s almost impossible to lose! This lip balm is not only easy to find, it also gives your chapped lips the moisture they need.
- Snow BootsWe all know that Scranton and snow pretty much go together like you and your BFF. Whether you’re walking to class or planning festivities for your snow day, boots are a must! We suggest Sperry’s Shearwater Duck Boot! Sledding or shopping, these boots are guaranteed to keep your toes toasty.
- Headband Keeping our New Year’s resolutions are hard enough, keeping our hair back shouldn’t be! If you’re headed to the gym or just having a bad hair day, Lululemon’s Fly Away Tamer is our go-to headband. Lined with silicone beads those stubborn hairs are guaranteed to stay in place.
- LipstickNew Year. New You. New Lipstick, of course! Pucker up and get ready to put on this super cute color from Sephora No.15 Pop Star. It has the perfect shimmer, moisture, and will look beautiful on you!
- To Go CupsSay hello to $0.50 refills at Starbucks. Stay warm this semester with a coffee, tea, or latte in these super cute cups. Cheeky Home is an unbelievable company with a great mission. Exclusively sold at Target and when you buy these products Cheeky dones the monetary equivalent of a meal to Feeding America. One meal is equivalent to $0.111, $1 helps provide 9 meals.
- PlannerHow many days left until I need that bikini body, when is spring break, Easter Break lets start a countdown, oh yeah and your school assignments. A planner is a must, the notes in our phones and memory only go so far. Try to outline your semester from the beginning according to syllabi. A little Lilly never hurt anybody.
- Hair Ties We know this is an obvious one but how many times did you find yourself in need of one at the gym or in class (after you just sprinted there). Be prepared and always have these on hand, unlike other hair ties these are nearly indestructible, and do not leave that awful “kink”, plus it looks super cute on your wrist!
- UmbrellaScranton, home of the Royals and rain. Do not go this semester without a good umbrella; it does truly make a difference on a rainy day. This umbrella is super fun and durable, it even automatically goes up and down.
- Gloves Raise your hang if you like cold hands! Exactly, so cozy up with these super cute and warm Echo tech gloves. You will not need to remove them to text your BFF that you just saw someone faceplant on the commons or to take your beautiful snow selfie.
Loving our Spring Semester essentials as much as we do?! Well, you’re in luck! The Camelbak Eddy waterbottle, EOS lip balm, J-Crew hair ties and Cheeky to-go cups can all be yours!
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