The Rory Gilmore Way to Romanticize Fall
As the weather gets colder, many of us become victims to the dream of living a “Gilmore Girls” fall. Yet, as fall hits, class work may get heavier, and the seasonal fairs and cozy coffee shop dates can be difficult to plan. But maybe the thought of being served a hot cup of coffee by a certain diner owner with a backwards baseball cap can make the season bearable. To make this season feel straight out of Stars Hollow, we at The Edge have compiled a list of fall-inspired activities for you and your friends to enjoy.
Go Thrift Shopping With Friends
Whether you want to add a bit of fall flair to your wardrobe or your decor, thrift shopping can help you find the perfect pieces. Although thrifting can feel overwhelming with racks of packed clothing, this fall-inspired activity can be made into a day-long outing. Set an alarm to start the day early with thrift stores in mind that you want to explore. There are a variety of thrift stores, from resale retailers to favorites that sell by the pound. After you and your friends grab a morning pumpkin-flavored coffee, head to your first destination. When searching for pieces, look for different patterns, textures and colors to spice up your fall wardrobe.
Have a Movie Night
During fall, the temperature drops, and even the walk to class with wind blowing your hair in your face can be dreadful. Yet, on those rainy or cold days, the comfort of your own apartment doesn’t have to go to waste. Rory and Lorelai know how to have a great movie night filled with pizza or Chinese food, whether it's by themselves or with friends. When you want a chill night in, grab some friends, order takeout from the restaurant you’ve been craving for the past week and watch a classic fall movie.
Visit Cozy Coffee Shops
When the air starts to feel crisp, the anticipation following up to the drop of fall-flavored coffee back at places, such as Starbucks or Dunkin’, is no joke. Although the fall flavors are a fan favorite, try something new this season. Instead of waiting in line to pick up your morning cup, try the local coffee shops in town. Also, coffee shops can be a great spot to wind down and talk with friends or grab a group to do homework and study for midterms. The endless syrup options to add to your coffee and bakery food can be a nice pick me up during a long day of classes and work.
Crack Open Your Favorite Book
Fall semester is never not packed with classes, work and social events. Busy schedules can make it difficult to find time for yourself to take a deep breath and relax. Remember to cut out some time during your day to do an activity that benefits and rejuvenates your mind. Relaxing can look different for each person, but it commonly includes scrolling through TikTok, attending an exercise class or picking up your favorite book. This fall, try out Rory Gilmore’s favorite way to unwind, and head to your local bookstore to find a classic novel. Find yourself a comfy spot to snuggle up, and start a new book to carry you through this fall season.
Just like our favorite coffee-loving lady says, fall is the season to sit back and watch the world change colors. Hopefully these tips will help you enjoy the upcoming months of fall festivities, but even just binge-watching “Gilmore Girls” can help you appreciate the blustering weather.