I’m definitely a leggings > sweatpants kind of girl. \u00a0They make me feel less like a lazy bum than sweatpants do. \u00a0I opted for fleece leggings instead of regular cotton ones. \u00a0This is because fleece is a lot warmer and it insulates body heat so you don’t have to worry about getting cold in the library or wherever you may be studying.<\/p>\n During the winter I rarely wear anything other than boots. \u00a0I chose these slouchy ankle boots because they don’t have a zipper or laces and they’re easy to get on and off. \u00a0The suede material is really soft, comfortable, and stylish.<\/p>\n Cozy socks are a must, not just for finals, but for the colder months in general. \u00a0Any time I can get away with it, I will wear fuzzy or cable knit socks with boots. \u00a0These socks are really affordable and the knit pattern is really appealing.<\/p>\n I have a couple of Jcrew T shirts and they are above all other t shirts in terms of quality, feel and appearance. \u00a0These definitely live up to the ‘super soft’ name. \u00a0They come in a wide range of colors and Jcrew usually offers a 2 for $30 deal at the end of each season.<\/p>\n A knit pullover is the perfect winter essential. \u00a0Virtually every women’s clothing store has their own version of this. \u00a0Since burgundy is one of my favorite colors, I decided to include this one. \u00a0It’s loose but not baggy, and thick but not itchy.<\/p>\n Finally, you gotta have a circle scarf. \u00a0There is nothing more irritating for me than having an exposed neck during the winter. \u00a0Even if you’re studying, a circle scarf will keep you cozy and warm. \u00a0This one in particular is extremely affordable and lightweight so you won’t feel like you’re being suffocated by a thick scarf.<\/p>\n My\u00a0beauty essentials:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Rosebud salve: This is a staple beauty product. \u00a0It is affordable and very hydrating. \u00a0There’s no worse feeling than realizing you’ve left your lip balm in your dorm and are now constantly licking your lips (which only dries them out more). \u00a0There’s no scent and it’s\u00a0flattering\u00a0for all skin tones.<\/p>\n Hand cream: Hand cream in the winter is a must. \u00a0I have very dry hands so I always have a travel size bottle in my bag. \u00a0This product in particular is specially designed to provide a lot of moisture. \u00a0It has a gel consistency, no scent and is does not leave any oily residue.<\/p>\n Visine: \u00a0As someone with contacts, my eyes get irritated if I am studying for a long period of time, or staring at my computer screen for hours on end. \u00a0I carry around anti-redness relief eye drops to ease the dryness and redness in my eyes.<\/p>\n Tarte Cheek stain: I hate re-applying makeup so I love this cheek stain (you can also use it on your lips) because it lasts 24 hours and provides a subtle hint of rosiness to your cheeks.<\/p>\n BB cream: \u00a0I rarely wear foundation, but if I’m breaking out from stress, I gravitate toward BB cream. \u00a0BB creams are amazing products because they have a light to medium coverage, and are very natural on your skin. \u00a0I recommend BB creams for someone who wants coverage, but doesn’t want to look too done up.<\/p>\n Concealer: \u00a0I get HUGE dark under eye circles, especially during finals. \u00a0My biggest problem with concealer is creasing and lasting power. \u00a0I discovered this concealer during the summer and I swear by it. \u00a0 It doesn’t budge, it doesn’t crease and it’s very easy to blend.<\/p>\n Mascara: \u00a0If you’re going to be studying for the whole day, you definitely don’t want to worry about your makeup rubbing off. \u00a0Maybelline makes the best drugstore mascaras. \u00a0The Rocket is great because it has a large\u00a0applicator and stays on all day with no smudging.<\/p>\n Study Essentials<\/strong><\/p>\n Soundproof headphones: \u00a0I have great headphones called Urbanears, Plattan style in the mint\/turquoise color. \u00a0Even if I’m not listening to music, it blocks out the sounds pretty well. \u00a0They come in really nice colors and various styles.<\/p>\n Green tea: Green tea gets me through the day. \u00a0It relieves stress, it’s calming and it tastes good (to me at least). \u00a0I’m not a coffee drinker so tea is my go to drink if I need a caffeine burst. \u00a0My favorite green tea is by Tazo and they have it at Starbucks. \u00a0For an extra kick I add a slice of lemon. \u00a0If you have a sore throat, add lemon and honey, trust me it works.<\/p>\n Flash cards: \u00a0Flash cards are not great for everyone, but I find them really helpful, especially for Mandarin Chinese. \u00a0To maximize the usefulness of flash cards, read everything out loud to yourself or have a friend quiz you. \u00a0Also, if you can’t get the right answer immediately, put them into a separate pile and focus on those after you’ve gone through all of them.<\/p>\n Yoga: I really got into Yoga two years ago after I joined a studio in my hometown. \u00a0There’s this misconception that all yogis are teva-wearing, granola eating hippies but that’s not the case at all. \u00a0After attending many classes, I am able to do my own 15 minute session in my dorm room. \u00a0It helps me detach from studying for a little bit and really lowers my stress levels. \u00a0Any form of exercise, even if it’s only 5 minutes, can make you more\u00a0study more productively.<\/p>\n I shared\u00a0my fashion and beauty essentials with you because I wanted to show\u00a0you how fashion (and beauty), is relevant in everyday situations. \u00a0Fashion is powerful and plays a role in everyone’s life, if you realize it or not. \u00a0The best parts of my day are figuring out what I want to wear for\u00a0any given occasion. \u00a0I stay up late scrolling through Pinterest on my phone for outfit inspiration for the next day.<\/p>\n In this post I will go through what I usually wear during finals week and some of my favorite beauty and study essentials. 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<\/a>Amidst all the chaos of finals, it might seem odd for me to be planning my outfit. \u00a0But for me, planning ahead eases my overall stress level. \u00a0Everything I included in my outfit is under $50, warm, comfortable and stylish.<\/p>\n
\n<\/a>“It’s finals week, who has time to wear makeup?” Is what you’re probably thinking. \u00a0Whether makeup is a part of your daily routine our not, I chose some of my favorite long-lasting beauty and skincare essentials because makeup is part of my daily routine.<\/p>\n
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