Surviving SXSW

I don't think I will ever be fully prepared for SXSW when the time comes.  February came and went so fast (even with an extra day!) and I have a March will go by in a blur too!  I know it's time to buckle down and get serious about researching bands and making sure I have the perfect outfits that are totally awesome as well as comfortable and practical.  This is what I'll be shooting for, luckily I have most of these elements already...

1. A good straw hat.  Believe me, you really don't want a sunburnt scalp.  No bueno.

2. Sports bra.  Yes, it's going to be hot and a humid and I'll be spending most of my time outside, there's no way I'm putting on a sweat collecting padded bra.

3. Jean shorts.  I read a couple different blog posts about what other people suggest to wear to SXSW and I think it's pretty ridiculous that most of them recommend wearing a flowy maxi dress.  I don't want to think about the troubles you'll have with all that fabric in a porta-potty when you're buzzed.

4. Comfy (but totally cute) sneakers.  I think sandals would work too but then I think about all the beer (and probably pee) there was in the streets downtown and I want to protect my little toesies.

5. A good, compact camera.

6. Sunscreen, I will be constantly applying and re-applying.

7. Drivers license, always have it readily available and some cash.

8. A small cross body bag, just big enough for the essentials, you don't want to be weighed down during a long day of standing.

9. Edgy accessories, love these spiked hoop earrings!

10. A shweet oversized t-shirt.  Let's the air flow to keep you comfortable.

Now I wouldn't say I'm an expert on SXSW attire, but after some of the stuff I experienced last year, I know I'll be better prepared this year.  Now I just have to figure out what shows to go to!

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