Let’s be real for a second: March is basically the “Thursday” of the year. We’re halfway to spring, everyone is suddenly obsessed with being 2% Irish. Also, we’re all trying to figure out how to wear a cute green cardigan without looking like a literal garden gnome.

But honestly? I’m leaning into it. This year, we aren’t just “getting through” March; we’re romanticizing it. We’re thrift-flipping, we’re manifesting, and yes, we’re probably reading a western romance. It’s the kind that makes us want to move to a ranch in Montana and marry a man named Caleb who only speaks in brooding silences.

Grab your iced matcha (with extra foam, obviously) and let’s dive into the Official March Bucket List.

1. Picnic on the First Day of Spring
The first day of spring is a legal holiday in my mind. Even if it’s still 45 degrees outside and you have to wear a puffer jacket over your floral dress, we are going to a park.
Pack a basket with things that look good in photos but are actually a pain to eat—like crusty baguettes and grapes that will inevitably roll away. The goal isn’t just sustenance; it’s the aesthetic. If you don’t take a photo of your picnic blanket against the dead grass, did spring even happen?

2. DIY St. Patrick’s Day Craft
Put down the hot glue gun and step away from the glitter. We’re doing elevated DIYs this year. Think shamrock garlands made of linen or a hand-painted banner that doesn’t look like it belongs in a kindergarten classroom. We’re aiming for “Anthropologie sale section,” not “last minute at the dollar store.” If you want some “Leporcahn Energy” I have a full blog post for a “End of the Rainbow Pot of Gold” [BLOG POST HERE].

3. Read a Western Romance Book
If the cover doesn’t feature a man in a Stetson with a suspiciously well-maintained beard, I don’t want it. There is something about March that just screams Cowboy Core. Whether he’s a grumpy rancher or a rodeo star with a heart of gold, we’re reading it, we’re blushing, and we’re definitely adding “buy a horse” to our Pinterest boards.

4. Visit a Rodeo
Speaking of cowboys, it’s time to see the real deal. Put on your boots—the ones that hurt your feet but make your legs look amazing—and head to a rodeo. There’s something about the smell of dirt, the sound of country music, and the sight of men being thrown off bulls that really clears the sinuses.

5. Make a St. Patrick’s Day Treat
Listen, I’m not a chef, but I am a connoisseur of things that taste like sugar and luck. If you want the absolute god-tier festive snack, you have to check out my [Lucky Charms Parfait Recipe]. It’s crunchy, it’s creamy, and it’s basically a bowl of childhood nostalgia with a chic upgrade. It’s the kind of treat that makes you feel like you found the pot of gold without having to actually do any cardio.

6. Wear Green on St. Patrick’s Day
If someone pinches you because you aren’t wearing green, you are legally allowed to sue them (don’t quote me on that). But let’s avoid the neon “Kiss Me I’m Irish” shirts. We’re going for Sage, Forest, or Emerald.
If you’re struggling to find the perfect shade, I’ve got you covered. I put together an [Amazon Fashion Shopping Guide] full of the cutest green sneakers, accessories, and fits that won’t make you look like a mascot for a cereal brand. Those green high-tops? Mandatory.

7. Write a Spring Manifestation List
March is for the dreamers. Grab a cute notebook, sit by a window, and write down everything you want to attract this season. Do you want a promotion? A new apartment? A cowboy who actually texts back? Write it down. The universe can’t give you what you want if you don’t ask—and if you don’t use a cute pen, it doesn’t count.

8. Paint a Thrifted Vase
Go to the thrift store, find the ugliest, most dated ceramic vase they have (you know the one—it probably has dusty fake ivy on it), and give it a makeover. Some matte paint, a little baking soda for texture, and suddenly you have a “vintage-inspired” masterpiece. It’s called upcycling, look it up.

9. Start Spring Cleaning
I know, I know. “Cleaning” isn’t exactly a fun bucket list item. But there is something incredibly cathartic about throwing away that moisturizer you haven’t used since 2022 and organizing your closet by color. Put on a podcast, drink a gallon of water, and purge the clutter. Your soul (and your floor) will thank you.

10. Thrift Something Green + Style It
The ultimate March challenge: find a green piece at the thrift store that doesn’t look like it belonged to a 1970s gym teacher. A silk slip dress? A chunky knit cardigan? Once you find it, style it with your favorite denim and those Amazon sneakers we talked about.

Let’s Stay Connected!

I want to see how you’re checking these off! Whether you’re at the rodeo or just vibing in your thrifted green sweater, make sure you’re following me on all my socials @ashtonsedita.

Tag me in your fun, festive photos so I can see your March adventures! Let’s make this the luckiest month yet.

xoxo,
Ashton