We have all been there. You shack with whomever it may be -- a lover, boyfriend, or just someone you met during what were likely fun, but easily forgettable circumstances. Whatever yours may have been, no one enjoyed that walk of shame home. I have woken up after a long night out with fake eyelashes glued to my eyebrow and  it was not a look that was pleasing to the eye. 

To shack properly, whether you anticipate it happening or not, there is a strategy to transform the walk of shame into a stride of pride. Everything starts with what you bring on your way out the door. Who knows when you will be getting back so you might as well be prepared for a zombie apocalypse. These compiled tips and ideas from a variety of females will, hopefully, help you on your future shacking ventures.

What to wear. As you are headed out the house, pay attention to what you put on. First, consider the versatility of your outfit. Wear pants and a top that could easily be converted to wear during the day. When deciding on what to wear, find something comfortable and appropriate. This means no booty shorts, no boobielicous tops, and especially no stripper heels. 

Next, make sure to bring a jacket to complete an outfit as well as keep you warm. I know none of us likes to lug around an extra piece of clothing for a night out, but it will save you the next morning. If this is not your thing, bring a sweater to tie around your waist for that “I-just-threw-this-on” cool girl type of look. Without any type of jacket, you are not only going to be cold, but you will look obvious. Who in their right mind would wear a silk halter-top and jeans out on a cold Indiana morning? I hope that is a short list of names. I know some of you may just say, “Oh, I’ll just borrow one of his sweatshirts.” No! Don’t do that! People spot that move a mile away. You don’t want to be that girl people mention in hushed tones. Nu uh.

What to bring. First off, remember to bring a bag. I know no one likes to haul around a bulky, out of place, purse to a fraternity. But you need nothing more than a simple cross-body bag to pack the essentials. When picking what to put in your bag, think about the worst you have ever looked waking up the next morning, multiply that by ten, and prepare for that. Stock your bag of wonders with: chapstick, loose powder, make up wipes, mascara, and deodorant. This way, if you wake up looking as ratchet as you have now prepared for, you can remedy it. Wipe off the face you had on from last night, clean it up and try to look moderately put together -- not to mention eliminating any and all types of smell, depending on what you are into.

Lastly, timing. I know you want to sleep in because, god knows, you probably feel like you have been hit by a speeding vehicle. But you have got to power through and make it home before the rest of campus wakes from their slumber. Try to make it out no later than 9 a.m. If you are still tired, just go get some shuteye once you have returned to safety.

Follow these tips and, hopefully, you can avoid some of your over-nightmares and learn to properly prepare. Happy shackin’.