High school was some of the best and worst times of our lives. We grew out of our awkward stages (hopefully) and into a life full of football games and school dances. For a lucky few, this experience occurred at an all-girls school. Despite many stereotypes, all-girls school was actually a fun adventure. Coming into college, those who went to these schools probably forgot what it was like to have guys in the classroom and on campus — not to mention how to dress themselves every day without a uniform. Regardless of which all-girls school you attended, a few key aspects rang true in each.
1. You can rock plaid anywhere, anytime.
But after four years of wearing one, a plaid skirt will probably never grace your closet ever again.
2. The summer uniform was like a gift from above.
Goodbye, ugly tights and itchy sweater. Hello, shaved legs and short sleeves.
3. Caring about your appearance was so last year.
The best thing about not going to school with boys was being able to wake up and get ready in five minutes. If one girl decided to wear makeup, everyone noticed, and it was weird.
4. You had a love-hate relationship with your penny loafers.
At times, penny loafers were the bane of your existence, and you just couldn't understand why you couldn't wear Sperrys like other schools. However, there was always some weird sense of comfort while wearing them.
5. Everyone always questioned why you didn't go to a co-ed high school.
Yes, I like my school. No, we are not all lesbians.
6. If a boy entered the school, every eye was on him.
And he probably was the topic of conversation for your next two class periods. Once, a group of foreign exchange boys visited my school ... half of the school friended them on Facebook by the end of the day.
7. Your school had a bunch of weird traditions that no one else understood.
And everyone raved about them. My personal favorite was our all-girls dance party.
8. You owned enough headbands to supply a small army.
Shabby chic, am I right.
9. You became accustomed to learning about and talking to independent women.
Don't get me wrong, not everyone was a feminist, but we learned to value ourselves as more than just something pretty to look at.
10. You met some of your closest, best friends.
After four years of being surrounded by only girls every school day, you formed some of the strongest bonds with a few of them. You knew everything about them, and they were your person (or people).
