Spring Break Preparation

You know what time it is, and it’s less than two weeks away! Use all the advice from your sisters to get ready for what could be the best weekend of your life.

Shop Bikini Brands

Boutine LA

“You have probably seen these bikinis with an 'X' logo everywhere, but just never knew where they are from. They are relatively cheap and always have sales. They are simple and come in so many colors, perfect for a girl who loves a cheeky/thong style.” – A Zeta

O’Neill Swim

“A classic beachy brand that I always go to for bikinis. They have great quality and bright sun colors. I live in Florida, so I am always in them year-round, and they still feel and look as if they are brand new!” – A Zeta

“The quality of these swimsuits is unmatched. They seriously hold up and don’t fade terribly after only one summer. They are a little bit pricier, but if you want to invest in a good-quality piece, I would totally suggest them.” – A Zeta

Triangl

“I am such a big fan of TRIANGL. Their swimsuits are so classy and simple but super cute!! I love the fun patterns, and they are just perfect for spring break!! A bit of a splurge, but they are high quality and last forever!” – A Zeta

“Although these bikinis are on the pricier side, they will last you many summers! The material is perfectly soft and stretchy, and the color doesn’t fade at all!” – A Zeta

Billabong

“These bikinis aren’t talked about enough! They’re not too expensive, and they have the best bikinis! Soft material, cute designs, and you can trust them with water sports such as paddleboarding and surfing!” – A Zeta

L-Space

“OMG, I love these bikinis so much! Growing up in California, they were a huge brand and always had warehouse sales where they would sell everything so cheaply. They are such great quality and so flattering. They are on the more expensive side, but worth the investment. I have had mine for almost 3-4 years, and they are still like brand new.” – A Zeta

Dippin Daisies

“Dippin Daisies is a very good and comfortable brand with fun patterns! They have sales pretty frequently on last year’s suits, so it turns out to be a good deal!!” – A Zeta

Kulani Kinis

“I LOVE LOVE LOVE these bikinis. They are so flattering and have the cutest patterns!! They are pretty pricey… BUT they have a great sale section that I love to take advantage of! They look AMAZING on and have such great quality.” – A Zeta

“These bikinis are made in Australia and are a little bit pricey. However, they last for so long and come in amazing styles and patterns! They are totally worth the money!” – A Zeta

“Tons of different adorable styles of bikinis and cover-ups! I’m signed up for their email list, and they regularly come out with information on sales, which is a nice plus! I have also worn my bikinis from them multiple times, and the quality is still the same as when I bought it!” – A Zeta

Aerie

“I love Aerie for bikinis! They are so soft and have the cutest patterns and colors. The material is top-notch. I recommend the Sun Lover bikini top and bottoms combo. These bottoms have a more full-cheeky coverage. They are always having a sale, and $50 for a good-quality bikini is hard to find now.” – A Zeta

Roxy

“I am a huge Roxy swimsuit fan. The quality of these is amazing and will hold up for multiple summers. They have so many styles and fun patterns to choose from. They are usually on the pricier side, but fun fact: the entire website is 60% off right now, so check it out!!” – A Zeta

Clothing

Farm Rio

“I will be renting a lot of Farm Rio for spring break!! Their pieces are so unique and adorable. I am a big fan of their dresses and rompers right now, but all their pieces are perfect!!” – A Zeta

Blanco By Nature

“Such cute beach clothes! I have a top, skirt, and skort, and I wear them all the time when I’m in Florida and get so many compliments! Everything they sell can be a matching set or worn alone, so I LOVE IT!” – A Zeta

“This summer, I bought two pairs of low-waisted, flowy pants from Blanco by Nature, and I wore them every day! They are the best summer basics to wear with a bikini or tank top.” – A Zeta

Tip: Bring Sweats

“If you are going to Florida… at this time of year, it’s not as warm as you think. Last year, I brought only one sweatshirt, and I wore it every night!” – A Zeta

Tip: Summer Style

“I love the summer style of wearing a fun skirt or shorts, maybe a print or some sparkle, with just a simple white tank on top. It looks classy but also fun. I feel like this is the summer version of jeans and a going-out top.” – A Zeta

Workouts

Pamela Reif YouTube Videos

“Sometimes going to a gym can be a huge ordeal, and I feel like some days there just aren’t enough hours in the day. Every day, I have been doing the '10-Minute Booty Workout (No Equipment)' (the video thumbnail is her on the water with a rainbow) and the '10-Minute Ab Workout,' which literally has 102 million views, so it works! I have seen such a toning up of my body, and the consistency is game-changing.”– A Zeta

Dumbbell Arms and Stairmaster Workout“If you're trying to get in shape for spring break, you don't need to do any crazy workouts or dieting! My favorite thing to do to tone up my body is simple dumbbell arm workouts and 20 minutes on the Stairmaster, just 2-3 times a week. It doesn't take long and isn’t crazy intensive. I also like to cut out sodas and processed sugars the week before my trip to cut down bloating and clear my skin!” – A Zeta

Lily Sabri YouTube Videos

“The Lily Sabri workouts on YouTube are so good and quick!” – A Zeta

Practice Self-Love

“Enjoying spring break does not come with looking a certain way!! We are all enough and beautiful as we are, and it would be so sad if we let our insecurity prevent us from living life to the fullest!! So bring a little self-love on spring break this year and allow yourself to just enjoy the moment!” – A Zeta

Tanning and Sunscreen

Sun Bum

“This is literally the best sunscreen, tanning lotion, aloe, hair care — the list goes on and on. I have never gotten a burn when I used this sunscreen, plus it smells like coconut and bananas, not like normal sunscreen. They also have this amazing hair and scalp mist that’s perfect for keeping the top of your head from getting burned. I used their SPF chapstick when I surfed back home, and it was a game-changer.” – A Zeta

“I love their tanning lotion. It’s a reasonable price and creates the perfect tan. Then, after my beach day, I use their leave-in conditioner to keep my hair healthy and not tangled. Words cannot describe how much I love this entire brand.” – A Zeta

“The Sun Bum 'Cool Down' lotion has saved my life when I get sunburned. I swear it makes the sunburn go away within hours!” – A Zeta

Hawaiian Tropic After-Sun Lotion – Weightless Hydration

“I swear by this aloe vera gel! I can put it everywhere on my body, especially after a sunburn, and it has the most comfortable cooling effect. It feels as if I’m putting a light layer of moisturizer on. I will always go back to repurchase it whenever I run out!” – A Zeta

Aloe Vera

“This is a must-have for any vacation. You might think you aren’t getting fried, but last year after coming back from the beach in PC, all my friends were purple, lol. I also put this on my bikini line to keep it smooth after shaving!” – A Zeta

St. Tropez

“My favorite self-tanner is the St. Tropez one. I use the classic shade — it’s perfect for girls who don’t get naturally super dark, and one layer is usually enough for me. If I want to be a little more bronzed, though, it’s super easy to layer.” – A Zeta

Carroten Intensive Tanning Gel

“In order to get an amazing tan over spring break, check out the Carroten Intensive Tanning Gel! It gives the best effortless bronzy dark tan!” – A Zeta

The Maui Babe Tanning Lotion

“This is a good way to cool off your body after tanning, and it helps your tan stay longer!! It also helps reduce sunburns and turn them into a pretty tan.” – A Zeta

“Actually makes you so tan. It smells a little weird, but it’s very affordable. I get it from Amazon, and it first applies like a tint but actually works so well. Use it in combination with sunscreen just because it doesn’t have sunscreen in it, but TRUST, it is so good!” – A Zeta

B.Tan

“As someone who cannot stand being ghostly pale white, I have used a ton of fake tan products, and B.Tan has been my favorite so far. The color always turns out good, and it doesn’t have as strong of a gross smell like some of the other products I have used.” – A Zeta

Tanologist Express Self Tan

“I love love love this self-tanner! I use the dark shade, and it is super easy to apply and NEVER comes out splotchy. It gives me the perfect bronzed look without any orange tint.” – A Zeta

Noxzema

“My biggest spring break preparation tip is to pack Noxzema to put on your burn. It takes the sting right out and soft pajamas, so when you ultimately get burnt, you have soft silky PJs to sleep in. It makes a world of a difference.” – A Zeta

Hair, Nails, Wax

European Wax Center

“Go get that bikini wax, girl! Go to European Wax Center and look at reviews of the waxers and pick the one whose the biggest yapper. It helps, and it’s not as scary as it seems. I have had around 7, and every time they get easier, so go get one and don’t be scared!” – A Zeta

“WAXING IS NOT SCARY! Once you start waxing, you will never go back. Trust me, they see women all day… they are not judging and don’t care what your privates look like, lol. Nothing is worse than being on vacation and being self-conscious of razor burn or having to find time to shave… get that wax!” – A Zeta

“Get waxed!!!! Getting waxed changed my life. #NeverGoingBack” – A Zeta

Willow and Oak Hair Salon“Go to Jailey. Coming to Tennessee, I wasn’t sure where to go for my hair as I wanted it to be the healthiest it could be while also super blonde. I’ve been going to Jailey for almost a year now, and she does an amazing job at keeping my hair healthy and making my highlights look super good. My hair has also grown even more from going to her and gotten healthier than when I was getting my hair done back home.” – A Zeta

Nail Styles: Chrome French Nails

“I’ve been getting a French nail with a colored end (navy or black, etc.) with chrome on top, and I think it’s a fun idea that is classy and lasts long!!” – A Zeta“Go to Duke at 54th Nail Lounge, he is so good!!”

Anika Hair Mask

“This mask is perfect for before and after your beach day! I put it on before I get in the salt water so my hair doesn’t dry out, and I also put it on after I shower to deep condition from a day in the sun!” – A Zeta

Ellis Gray Salon

“Brittany Maynard is absolutely amazing! I have been going to her for the last year and am amazed by the results every time. She is so knowledgeable and was super helpful for someone like me who never dyed her hair much before.” – A Zeta

Shave Tips!

“Here is a quick list of the perfect shave routine 1) Exfoliate pre-shower! (I use a dry brush from EcoTools) 2)Exfoliate with a sugar scrub in the shower (Tree Hut is a lifesaver) 3) Shaving cream 4) Shave (I use the Venus Sensitive Skin razor!) 5)BABY OIL!! I know it sounds weird, but it helps moisturize and avoid razor bumps! 6)Post-shower lotion! Keep your skin after, ladies!! – A Zeta