Darty season has started here at The University of Alabama and as a fellow student I can say, we are excited. For those who are not familiar with what a darty is, a darty is a day party that a fraternity typically hosts in their front yard.

My favorite thing is that the fraternity will prep for the event by wrapping the perimeter with wood posts and black tarp to follow. This is specifically to keep the crazy contained and also to keep the police out.

As a female, you have various outfits for specific events, but let me tell you your clothes, shoes, and body will be covered in mud even if it doesn’t even rain.

So in a nutshell dress as if you will never see your item ever again because if you wear OTBTs to a darty you cant wear them to Easter brunch.

So here are some items you may want to invest in if you don’t already have these...

1. Converse, vans, or cheap sandals

This is really self-explanatory... just don't wear Steve Maddens to the function unless you want them to be covered in mud and your toes to be stepped on every minute.

2. Graphic tee/ crop top / bodysuit

The perfect way to go. This is a casual look, but if you add some flavor or color to it you’ll love it.

3. Shorts!

Its Alabama you will be hot you will sweat and you will be covered in mud. Just expect to run the pair of shorts you wear out through the washing machine multiple times especially if it randomly starts to rain.

4. A protective and durable phone case with a glass screen protector

It's bound to happen. You drop your phone and it either lands on some rocks or someone steps on it without realizing it. To avoid damage invest in a nice phone case that will protect your phone because let's face it Apple products are not getting any cheaper. Also go ahead and spend an extra $40 on a nice glass screen protector, you will not regret it.

5. Sunglasses

DO NOT BRING YOUR RAYBANS UNLESS YOU ARE FEELING SUPER BALLSY... my advice is to bring your cheapest pair of shades because chances are you will lose them.

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AS ALWAYS be safe and be smart about your choices as you strut down frat row on a sunny Saturday with your girl gang.