Best Jewelry Picks for New Sorority Members

Summer is coming to a close, school is beginning, and rush season is upon us. Rush season is a fun and chaotic time of finding new friends, embracing sisterhood, and figuring out where to lay your roots in your new college. Whether you’re a legacy Delta Gamma, or just looking for your home away from home, we all can agree that a big part of joining a new sorority is showing off your sisterhood with pride and showcasing your own personality to your new sisters.

So how do you show pride without sacrificing personal style? We’ve collected some of the best tips on jewelry to pick that shows off your personal style and new sorority.

The One With a Long Legacy

Maybe your mom, her mom, and her mom were all a part of Alpha Delta Pi. After all, it was founded in 1851. You want to show your legacy pride, and what better way to do that than with your jewelry? Maybe the women who came before you have lent you some of their jewelry. If so, match it with some new Alpha Delta Pi jewelry of your own to create a look that honors legacy while also forging a new path.

But how do you make sure that your look is comprehensive? Here are some of our favorite tips:

• Don’t Mix Metals

If you’re looking for that classic look, do not mix your golds and silvers. Opt for pieces that are in the same metal as the existing pieces you are looking to complement. This creates a cohesive look that will highlight your new and old pieces, without sacrificing a comprehensive look.

• Keep It Delicate

Follow that old rule! Every time you leave the house, take off one accessory that you piled on. To highlight the uniqueness and legacy of the pieces you are wearing, don’t put on anything else that could draw attention away from your chapter pride. Layering your mother’s old necklace along with your own? Opt for some simple stud earrings and a delicate bracelet to pull the look together.

When you join the same sisterhood as those who came before you, there is responsibility, but also possibility! Celebrate taking this important step by blending what's old and new.

The One Building A New Legacy

Being the first to do something is scary, exciting, and brave. If you are the first in your family to join a sorority, it may be a little nerve-racking to not have anyone to lean on at first (of course, until you become besties with your Big). But this is also an opportunity to forge a new path, and curate your own look.

When picking jewelry to show support for your new sisters, you have a bit of a blank canvas in front of you. And what better time than college to figure out exactly who it is you want to be? Whether you’re just finding your personal style, or you’ve had a moodboard built out for this exact moment, now is the time to let yourself shine.

There are so many options when it comes to sorority jewelry. You can opt for a classic pendant, or something with some personality! Each sorority has their own special symbols, like the Tri-Delta dolphin or a white rose for Zeta Phi Beta. We suggest following your gut when it comes to the looks you like best. Don’t be afraid to experiment! Wear your letter charms on a charm bracelet instead of around your neck or mix and match stacking rings to show off your new sorority swag and your prized pieces; there is really no limit!

The One Who Is a Bit Nervous

We get it, being in a new social circle can be really scary. But sororities are so much more than the stereotypes about them. Lean on your new sisters for fashion advice! They are there to take care of you, guide you, and help you to become the best version of yourself. You’ve started on a new journey, but you aren’t doing it alone! You have so many wonderful women to lean on for advice, care, and friendship.

You can learn about yourself when you learn about your new sisters.

Just Dive In!

The best advice we can offer for picking out new jewelry to represent your new sisterhood is to just pick out whatever makes you feel your best and most confident. Be sure to stay true to yourself, learn about new people, and never forget your roots. You’re at the start of a very exciting new journey in your life; dive in headfirst, and figure out the rest as you go along.