Yearly Archives: 2020

What my autumn wardrobe would look like

August 14, 2020 By in Fashion Tags: , , , , , , , , , 4 Comments

Autumn is around the corner and I can’t wait to embrace it. I love the beautiful autumn leaves and cooler weather. It has been painfully warm here in Cheshire in the last few days. The crazy warm weather is making me want the autumn season even more. So what will my autumn wardrobe look like? I work from home as normal and with the current situation we are all in, I am not socialising much. That means my autumn wardrobe will look pretty much like my spring and summer wardrobe but a bit thicker.

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Here are 5 items I am looking forward to wearing this autumn season –

Turbans/Scarves

I love turbans and scarves. They keep my head warm and they are great for when I don’t have the time to style my hair properly. I also love wearing turbans/scarves because the extra warmth keeps my scalp moisturised which helps the hair grow. I have found some amazing turbans online and I will be grabbing some of them in the next few weeks. Do you love wearing turbans/scarves?

Trainers

Trainers are great for the school run, which will be starting in the next few weeks. I can’t believe I am saying this but I have actually missed the school runs and the kiddies have missed school so much. I am looking forward to that starting again.

I love wearing my trainers. They are stylish and comfy. I will be getting a lot of wear out of my trainers this autumn season.

Sunglasses

I love that I can still wear my sunglasses on sunny autumn days. That is one fashion accessory that is more of a necessity than an accessory for me.

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Light Jackets

One of the beauties of autumn fashion is that I can still wear light jackets. I cherish the last few months where I can get away with wearing a light jacket outdoors. I have a couple of light jackets I am already looking forward to wearing this autumn.

Leggings

I am a huge fan of leggings. They are super stylish and they look great with almost anything. Whenever I can’t think of what to wear, I throw on a pair of leggings and everything else just fits into place. In the last few days, it has been way too warm to throw on a pair of leggings. I am looking forward to the cooler months to make up for the lost time.

What is your autumn wardrobe going to look like this year? Please share your fashion tips in the comments section. Thanks for reading, commenting, and share. Have a great weekend.

 

 

Tips for coping in the heatwave

August 12, 2020 By in Lifestyle Tags: , , , , , 2 Comments

Coping in the heatwave has been hard. It has been very warm this week here in Cheshire, England. The weather has been so sunny and humid. It has been a struggle to stay comfortable indoors especially at nighttime. I don’t cope well in extremely warm temperatures. When it gets too warm, I struggle to stay on top of everything. The heat makes it ten times harder to concentrate but I have found some tips that have helped me cope better in the heatwave.

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Tips for coping in the heatwave
Drink more water

I find myself drinking more water when it is warm, which is good. Drinking water regularly keeps me cool and hydrated. It also does wonders for my skin, leaving it clean and clear. You should also drink little cups of water here and there even when you don’t feel thirsty. This will replace all the fluids you are losing from sweat. Try to stick to drinking just water as much as possible.

Keep the blinds and curtains closed during the day

This helps keep the heat out, leaving your house cool, which helps you sleep better. Leaving the blinds and curtains down during the day is the oldest trick to deal with the heatwave.

Take regular cool showers

I take cool showers during the heatwave at least twice a day. This cools me down, gets rid of the sweat, and allows me to sleep better. The kids really enjoy cool showers too when it gets really warm. Try not to get the water too cold though so your body doesn’t react negatively. At the end of the day, you should be sticking to temperatures you are comfortable with.

Replace your duvet with a thinner fabric

When it gets really warm, I get rid of my duvet and use a thinner fabric as a cover up. It helps me sleep better.

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Run your wrists under a cold tap

Running cold water on your wrists will lower your body temperature.

Wear light, loose clothing

Wearing light, loose clothing will keep you comfy when the weather gets really warm. In a heatwave, the last thing you want is to have to do with tight clothing soiled in sweat.

Spritz your face with water

This is one of my favourite things to do when the weather gets unbearable warm. Spritzing my face with cool water keeps my body temperature low. I like to keep my little bottle in the fridge so the water is cool for when I need it.

How are you coping in the heatwave? I can’t wait until it is all over and normal weather comes back. Please share your tips for coping in the heatwave.

 

 

Tips for caring for your natural 4C hair

August 11, 2020 By in Beauty Tags: , , , , , 3 Comments

The journey to loving and embracing my natural 4c hair has been long but I can finally say I have gotten there. I love all aspects of my hair; the coarseness, dryness, and all. It is growing like a weed these days as I mentioned in my last hair related post and I am happy with the look. My 4c hair needs a lot of tender loving care and lots of oils. I mix my hair oils and I really like how they leave my hair so moisturised and healthy. Caring for your natural 4c hair is not easy. I almost gave up because I didn’t know what to do right and what I was doing wrong.

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Tips for caring for your natural 4C hair

Here are ways to care for your natural 4c hair –

Wash your hair every 2 weeks

For 4c hair, it is best to wash it every 2 weeks. Washing the hair too frequently will make it even drier. The hair products massaged into the hair need time to work their magic. Washing the hair every 2 weeks will keep the hair clean without stripping off the moisture.

Moisturise the hair every day

I moisturise my hair at least twice a day with hair oils, morning, and last thing before I go to bed. My hair gets really dry and I find that it needs more moisture than normal. Moisturising your hair every day will keep the hair long and healthy. Skipping the moisturising bit is not an option for me and it shouldn’t be.

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Keep your hair tools clean

I wash all my hair tools regularly to ensure they are clean for when I need them. The last thing your hair needs is s dirty comb. Dirty tools cause hair breakage, dandruff, and an itchy scalp.

No heat

I can’t remember the last time I have used a hairdryer or any form of heat on my hair. I air dry my hair when I wash and it dries quickly. Excessive heat can damage the hair, which is why I rather stay clear from any form of heat except there is no other way around it.

Careful with the protective styles

I have not had my hair in cornrows for over 3 months now. My hair stays in loose plaits and twists most of the time. I believe this has helped my hair grow even more. Some of the protective styles can damage our hairline. It is also not easy to moisture the hair properly when it is cornrows. You can only moisturise the scalp but not the actual hair. It is also very tricky to give the hair a proper wash when it is in a protective style. These are some of the reasons why I decided to not visit my hairdresser for some time and manage my hair on my own, so I can properly care for it. The rate at which my hair is now growing tells me I made the right decision.

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What do you think of these tips for caring for your natural 4c hair? How do you care for your hair? Do you have any tried and tested tips to share?

 

 

 

 

 

 

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