My gosh does it feel good to be back in the college routine. I’ve realized more than ever this week that my body truly thrives off of this schedule. I’m getting back on track, finding a system where I can work one day and crank out schoolwork the next.
I’m making “family” dinner, taking walks, and attempting to do something social every single day. Regardless of how big or small it is, I’ve realized how good it is for my mental health (and sanity) after a long day of looking at the computer screen. Some of this week’s fun on weekdays activities include a spontaneous Riley Green concert, a trip to the sunflower patch, and night swimming. I cannot wait to see what the rest of the semester will hold—this week set the bar pretty high so I have a feeling it’ll be a good one.
With love, McKenz
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Back with my first hour-long college week in my life vlog of the semester. Sharing everything from my spontaneous evening plans, to outfit details, to what I’m learning in the classroom. Hit that subscribe button so you don’t miss out on a new college vlog every single Sunday.
Sunday, August 29
My first Sunday in Kent called for a little restock + refresh. I did my laundry, tidied up the apartment, planned out my week, and went grocery shopping. Logan came over for shrimp tacos before heading to our first in-person chapter in over a year. We decided to walk to the baseball field after and spent some time looking at the stars + hanging with a couple of our baseball friends. We finished off the night with Insomnia cookie sandwiches.
Outfit Details— top: Aerie, joggers: Old Navy, shoes: Adidas
Monday, August 30
Mondays tend to be workdays for me. I decided I wanted a change of scenery today so I packed my bag and walked onto campus, sitting outside for nearly six hours writing blog posts, editing videos, and responding to emails. I got myself organized for my week of classes and ground out everything on my to-do list! I forgot how much goes into “doing all the things”.
Outfit Details— tee: Target, jeans: Express, shoes: Dolce Vita, earrings: SheIn, necklaces: Ana Luisa, rings: Ana Luisa, bracelets: Ana Luisa
Tuesday, August 31
Today I had my first in-person class in over a year and a half. I have four classes on Tuesdays: online, in-person, online, in-person so my whole day was spent learning. My professors were so kind and it felt so good to finally get some human interaction with other students. Come 5’o clock I was pooped! I made dinner with the roomies then went night swimming with my littles at sunset.
Outfit Details— top: Romwe, jeans: Romwe, shoes: Converse, earrings: SheIn, necklace: The Silver Heron, rings: Ana Luisa, bracelets: Ana Luisa
Wednesday, September 1
Wednesdays are always my content creation day! I started the morning off by filming two different Tik Toks for Express and Lulus. The rest of my afternoon was consumed with three different try-on hauls and two sit-down videos. My camera was dying left and right but it felt so good to get back to bulk filming. Can’t wait to start editing it all! We attempted to go line dancing tonight but sadly got a flat tire on the way, cutting our night short—lol.
Outfit Details— top: SheIn, bottoms: Aerie, slippers: Koolaburra by Ugg
Thursday, September 2
Woke up at 8 am this morning to log on to my first class of the day. I spent the entire day completing assignments, taking notes on lectures, and reading chapters. I’m loving my Fashion Forecasting class and admittedly, it feels good to get back to learning. Logan, Griffith, and I scored last-minute tickets to see Riley Green at the Dusty Armadillo. We met up with our baseball friends and had the best night. Not only was he incredible live but it was one of my favorite nights of college. 10/10 recommend an impulsive $50 ticket.
Outfit Details— top: Windsor, shorts: Windsor, shoes: Dan Post, hat: Justin Boots, earrings: SheIn, necklace: The Silver Heron, rings: Ana Luisa, bracelets: Ana Luisa
Friday, September 3
Spent the morning working on a new blog post before popping on a swimsuit and heading to the pool. I’m trying to soak up every last drop of sunshine (and summer) before fall rolls in. I got dressed and ready for a fun night—my first stop was Barrio with one of my sweet friends Annie and then off to a sunflower patch with Logan to pick some flowers and explore a cute little Pennsylvania town.
Outfit Details— dress: Lulus, shoes: Express, earrings: SheIn, necklace: The Silver Heron, rings: Ana Luisa, bracelets: Ana Luisa
Saturday, September 4
My first slow Saturday of the semester! Curled up in bed and spent about five hours editing my first college week in my life. I walked over to the pool and spent a few hours laying out while working on a few blog tasks. The roomies decided they needed some ~social interaction~ tonight so we got all dolled up and headed out. Logan and I finished the night eating tater tots on the couch.
Outfit Details— top: Princess Polly, jeans: Express, shoes: Express, earrings: SheIn, necklace: The Silver Heron, rings: Ana Luisa, bracelets: Ana Luisa