The 7 Craziest Places People Have Tried to Sleep

When it comes to snoozing, you would be surprised at the places people have tried to, albeit sometimes successfully, sleep. When you think of sleeping you envision lying in bed, napping on the couch or maybe even as adventurous as falling asleep at your desk back in school. However, for some, when the sleep-bug comes calling anything becomes a makeshift bed. Here are 7 of the craziest places people have tried to sleep:

#7 – Baby’s Bed
We all know sleep is a thing of the past when the baby is born. Parents have been known to climb in the crib with baby in order to comfort their baby. Wouldn’t you think it’s easier to pull the baby in bed with you? This practice begs the questions; Is it to keep the baby in their own sleeping environment or were they just too worn out to walk back to their bed?

#6 - Benches
Hobos, bums and vagrants aren’t the only ones that take advantage of benches instead of beds. There’s something to be said for lying in the fresh sunshine and warm rays of the sun, even if the bench is a little hard. However, sleepers beware, this could very well be you if you are a restless sleeper.

#5 - Subways and Railways
Who hasn’t felt the urge to catch up on missed sleep while traveling? You can rest assured that if you fall asleep in public places like subways and railways you are likely to become a subject of many photos. Smile for the camera!

#4 - Doctors’ Offices
We spend so much of our time running here and there with late nights and early mornings that the second we stop moving and have to sit waiting we doze off. Doctors are quite used to seeing their patients asleep when the arrive to the room for your appointment. Ever wonder if the doctor came in already and was embarrassed when you didn’t wake up the first time so he left and tried it again?

#3 - On-the-Job
You know that “too tired…must sleep NOW” urge that hits you at work. Some of us just take it to a whole new level. Hopefully, you have a safer place in mind than a muddy tire of a truck. At least this guy is all tucked in!

#2 - Laundromats
Envision warm clothes, the fresh scent of fresh laundry and nothing but time to kill while waiting for your loads to finish. If the vision didn’t put you to sleep it’s probably because you’re busy on your phone fighting sleep. Many of us snooze at the Laundromat every day, just usually not crashed out on the floor like this guy. Hopefully that floor was cleaned recently!

#1 - Toilets
Nothing begs for a photo more than someone fast asleep on the toilet. This position with your pants to your ankles, bent over in prone position, drooling on the hamper is sure to make you the “butt” of every joke! Remember, Facebook allows you to delete posts (thankfully)!

We are a goofy breed for sure. If our waking moments don’t prove that, then our sleeping habits surely will. It goes to show that people will do almost anything to catch a few zzz’s when the urge hits!

8 Infant Sleep Facts Every Parent Needs to Know

Especially when it comes to babies because in the beginning, we are so, so tired, and we just want to catch a little bit of rest. These tips may not cure sleep deprivation or even teach your baby to sleep through the night, but it is my hope they will aid you in guiding your baby to sleeping better.

Infant sleep facts can better help you troubleshoot sleep challenges your baby is currently experiencing.

When we know why our baby is sleeping a certain way, it helps minimize the mystery and makes sense out of frequent infant waking. We may even be able to optimize naps and nighttime sleep, decreasing fatigue over time.

1. Infant sleep cycles are about 45-60 minutes.

Infant sleep cycles are short compared to adults. With short sleep cycles, babies tend to wake up often. This means that if your baby wakes up 45-60 minutes into a nap, they are likely waking up mid-nap. So unless it’s the last nap of the day, which may be a cat nap, your baby likely wasn’t actually done napping. If a baby wakes mid-nap, you can try to lull your baby back to sleep to allow her to finish her nap.

2. Babies spend about 50% of their sleep in active Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep.

Babies begin sleep in active sleep and spend equal amounts of time in active and quiet sleep. This means 50% of baby sleep is relatively light and often filled with dreams. Light sleep may contribute to your baby waking often. If your baby is struggling to stay asleep during light sleep, you may consider being extra quiet during sleep cycle transitions (45-60 minutes from start of sleep), swaddling, or using white noise.

3. Babies can take as long as 20 minutes to reach deep sleep.

When initially falling asleep, it’s very common for a baby to take 20 minutes to reach deep sleep. If your baby wakes 5-20 minutes after initially falling asleep, it’s likely because she did not reach a deep sleep. Don’t mistake this for the baby not being tired. Try to lull your baby back to sleep, or if you are sleep-training, allow your baby the chance to fall back asleep independently before rushing in to get her.

4. Ideal nap length is typically 1.5 – 2.5 hours.

A good nap is considered to be at least 1.5 hours. If your baby is taking short naps, she is likely struggling with transitioning through sleep cycles (i.e. staying asleep during REM or light sleep). If being quiet, swaddling or using white noise isn’t enough to help your baby along, you can help lull your baby back to sleep, or if necessary, use a sleep prop like a swing or pacifier. I am not a huge advocate for sleep props, but I’ve certainly used them as a last resort. True story.

5. Infant sleep begins to settle around the 3-6 month mark.

If you are really struggling in the sleep department with your newborn, know that sleep will start to settle during the 3-6 month mark. During this time, your baby will start to enter deep sleep quicker and stay in deep sleep longer.

6. Sleeping through the night is an ambiguous term.

For some babies this happens sooner; for others, much later. Some consider sleeping through the night a 6 hour stretch during the night for a younger baby. For an older baby (+6 months), some experts believe that 10-12 hours per night is achievable for a healthy normal developing baby. This doesn’t mean that if your baby isn’t sleeping a longer stretch during the night that you are doing anything wrong or that your baby has a sleep issue. You are the parent, listen to your baby, and collaborate with your pediatrician to determine what a healthy stretch of nighttime sleep could be for your baby. Don’t rush for your baby to sleep through the night, even if you are sleep training, as it will likely happen naturally over time if you simply allow things to fall into place.

7. A few words about average ages for dropping naps.

Babies are very good at making us parents believe they are not tired. And because of this, naps may be dropped slightly earlier than the optimal window. These are only averages to serve as a guideline (not hard and fast rules) to help you decide when to drop a nap.
It is most common to move from 4 to 3 naps during the 3-5 month age range.
It is most common to move from 3 to 2 naps during the 6-9 month age range.
It is most common to move from 2 to 1 nap during the 14-18 month age range.

8. A few words about bedtime and morning wake-up time.

Newborns (0-3 months) may have a later bedtime initially until sleep starts to settle. However, the ideal bedtime for an infant (3+ months) is 6-8 pm, and the ideal morning wake up time is 6-8 am. Children have been sleeping from dusk until dawn since the beginning of time. If your baby is going to sleep late in the evening, there is a good chance she will suffer from being overtired.

8 Sleep Hacks That Will Put You Right to Bed

If you're groggy throughout the day, it might be because you're not getting good sleep. Quality snooze time is important, as it sets the pace for the rest of the day. To help you get great sleep, we've found some hacks that you might not know about. We found it fitting to illustrate these tips with the masters of snooze, aka cute animals.

1. Your last cup of coffee should be at 2 p.m. 

The half-life of caffeine, or the time it takes for the average person to get rid of half the caffeine in their system, is about five to seven hours. To get rid of 75 percent of the caffeine in your body, it will take eight to 10 hours. Drinking later in the day can generally interfere with your sleep.

2. Move your favorite night activities to the morning.

Maybe you stay up late to indulge in activities you enjoy, such as scrolling through Reddit or reading a book. Instead of putting off precious sleep for these time-wasters, do them first thing in the morning instead. That way, you'll look forward to going to bed and waking up. Reading a book while leisurely munching on your breakfast sounds pretty good, doesn't it?

3. Clean your sheets.

You will sleep better when your bed is clean and comfortable.

4. Take a caffeine nap — the ultimate power snooze.

Take a 15-minute nap immediately after downing a cup of coffee. Researchers found that combining the two was more effective than taking a nap or drinking coffee on their own. Caffeine takes about 15 minutes for the effects to kick in, so by the time you wake up, you'll be feeling refreshed.

5. Use F.lux to diminish artificial light from electronics.

Too much blue light before you sleep can affect the production of melatonin, a hormone that controls the sleep cycle. F.lux can help by changing the color of your computer screen to correspond with the time of day. For example, the brightness will automatically be dimmed and the blue light will lessen as the day turns into night.

6. Or get blue-blocking sunglasses.

You can wear blue-blocking sunglasses ($30) to block out the artificial blue light at home. A University of Toledo study found that adults who wore blue-blocking shades three hours before they slept saw a significant improvement in quality of sleep.

Of course, you can skip all these blue-blocking gadgets if you just limit your usage of electronics a few hours before bed.

7. Invest in some breathe-right strips.

If you're not getting quality sleep, then perhaps you're not properly breathing. For a quick fix, get breathe-right strips ($17) to help open nasal passages.

8. Warm your feet.

We all know that you sleep better in a cool room (between 65 and 72 degrees Fahrenheit) because your body temperature needs to lower for you to get to sleep. However, if the temperature is too low, it may cause your feet to get chilly. And when your hands and feet are cold, the blood vessels constrict, retaining heat in your body and making it harder for you to fall asleep. Since cold feet are strongly linked to the sleep cycle, putting on a pair of socks in bed might be a good way to induce sleep more quickly.

10 Bizarre Things Your Body Does While You Sleep

1. Paralyzes You
REM, which stands for "rapid eye movement" is the deepest phase of sleep. When you vividly recall a dream, it likely occurred during a REM cycle. In REM stages, muscles in our arms and legs are temporarily paralyzed while we sleep.This paralysis is normal, and it's not same as sleep paralysis, which occurs for a few seconds or minutes after you awaken (or, rarely, just before you fall asleep). In this disorder, the normal paralysis that happens during sleep holds on for a few scary moments after you wake up. If you experience this, check with your physician; it could be a symptom of narcolepsy.

2. Jerks You Awake
It may feel like you're falling or it may feel like you've been jolted awake, buthypnic jerks (sometimes called hypnagogic jerks) are a natural and common part of falling asleep. This phenomenon causes your limbs to jerk, perhaps because your body is preparing for the changes that take place during sleep, or perhaps because your body misinterprets the signs of impending sleep as falling--and thus jerks you in a misguided effort to stay upright. Scientists don't agree on what exactly causes hypnic jerks, but they're typically harmless.

3. Moves Your Eyes
As you sleep, you experience five phases of sleep, with REM as the last and most active phase. Once you complete a REM cycle, you'll start the first phase anew. Seventy to 90 minutes after you fall asleep, you should be in REM sleep, and you'll spend about 20 percent of your time sleeping in this stage. During REM sleep, our eyes dart quickly back and forth, but we typically have no memory of this (other than memories of dreams that often happen in this phase).

4. Produces Human Growth Hormone
Human growth hormone, or hgH, helps muscles, bone and other tissues regenerate. The helpful hormone is released during sleep, especially its deepest stages, and is thought to be prompted by low blood glucose levels present during sleep, among other factors. So, there is some science behind the concept of beauty sleep!

5. Narrows Your Throat
As you sleep, your breathing changes and your throat naturally narrows a bit as your muscles relax. If you've experienced a partner who snores noisily, you know what it sounds like when the throat becomes a bit too narrow. (Of course, snoring can have many causes, including a stuffy nose or tonsil issues.) Worse, the airway can close completely, causing sleep apnea.

6. Grinds Your Teeth
Bruxism (teeth clenching or grinding) happens to many people during sleep. It may be exacerbated by stress or a misaligned jaw, but research hasn't pinpointed the reason that some people grind only rarely (or never), while others end up with cracked or worn teeth and sore jaw muscles.

7. Slows Down Your Kidneys
Kidneys normally function to filter toxins out of the bloodstream and to produce urine. As you sleep, the filtering action of these organs slows, so that less urine is produced. (That's the reason your urine is usually so dark the first time you pee in the morning.)

8. Makes Up Stories
If you've awoken after a vivid dream, you know the vague unease of wondering if it was real--or why your mind produced that crazy mishmash of a story to begin with. Despite much research into dreaming and many hypotheses about why we dream and what dreams mean, the nuts and bolts of this everyday happening are still a mystery. Scientists have not yet figured out why we dream as we do, or found a proven process that would explain the content of our dreams.

9. Creates an Explosion
It's rare, but some people who experience exploding head syndrome hear a loud crash or bang, almost like a gunshot, just as they're drifting off to sleep. It's usually painless, but frightening, and tends to occur in adults over 50.

10.Turns You into a Chatterbox
It's more common in children than adults and in men than women, but talking in your sleep happens to about 5 percent of us. Dubbed "somniloquy," sleep talking is technically a sleep disorder, but may not bother you at all. In fact, you may not even realize you're doing it. Like dreaming, somniloquy has yet to be explained, and can occur in any stage of sleep. When you're sleeping lightly, your words will be easier to hear, and vice versa. Talking in your sleep can be sparked by episodes of stress, depression and illness, or occur alongside other sleep issues, such as sleep apnea.

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We are looking for a young talented graphic designer with textile design experience at Nuteez.com.

Requirements:
1. Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts based on knowledge of layout principles and aesthetic design concepts, as per the guidelines given by supervisors.
2. Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type.
3. Mark up, paste, and assemble final layouts to prepare layouts for printer.


Desired Skillset:
1. Any Graduate with a minimum experience of 2-4 yrs in graphic designing (B.F.A is preferable)
2. Has good creative knowledge.
3. Well versed with Corel Draw, Photoshop and Illustrator.
4. Ability to translate ideas into effective brand experiences.
5. Has an eye for detail and worked with good brands
6. Effortlessly think of out-of-the-box ideas under tight timelines. Must maintain high quality-control and productivity.


Salary: As per Industry Standards.

Please send your resume to care@nuteez.com

5 Ways to Protect Your Hair While You Sleep

Sometimes, we can spend so much time trying to find ways to have healthier hair, that we overlook the fact that our hair can also get damaged while we're sleeping.
Here are 5 things you can do to protect your hair while you get your beauty rest:

1. Brush your hair before going to sleep

This will help minimize knots and tangles in the morning.

2.  Braid your hair loosely

This will help contain your hair when you are turning and tossing at night. Options are endless: side braid, two pigtail braids, rope braid, dutch braid...Pick your favourite! (Hint: do a tight braid to wake up with mermaid waves).

3. Use a silk or satin pillow case

This material is a lot less rough on the hair than regular pillowcases, reducing the damage to your hair.

4. Avoid using elastic bands

They can cause hair breakage and put stress on your roots. Instead, use a soft scrunchie and tie your ponytail/bun very lightly at the top of your head.

5.  Sleep With Dry Hair

We highly recommend sleeping with dry hair - wet hair is very delicate and is much more prone to frizzing and breaking.

Following these easy steps is so important, because it will ensure that you are keeping your hair as healthy as possible, even while you sleep.

Courtsy - Luxy Hair Blog

T.V. Before Bed Anyone?

How many of us end up falling asleep with the TV on? Technology has advanced faster and further in recent years, which brings us to one conclusion……technology is everywhere. Which leads to the question how does technology affect our health? This is a question we rarely ask ourselves. The smallest amount of ambient lighting can affect your sleep. Poor sleep has also been considered a factor when it comes to a poor diet and obesity, and overall energy and mood. A new study done by the neuroscience department at The Ohio State University in Columbus suggests that soaking in the glow of your TV, smart phone or living room lights late into the night may put you at risk for depression and increase brain stimulation.
Apart from ruining your sleep, the research adds to growing evidence in both animals and people, that exposure to even dim lights at night can lead to all sorts of negative health consequences. Which includes breast cancer, sleep disorders and weight gain.

With even a small amount of ambient light at night, the body might release the wrong amount of melatonin, or melatonin might get produced at the wrong time, leading to any number of problems.

Neurologist Phyllis Zee, director of the Sleep Disorders Program at Northwestern University in Chicago explains “They’re all somehow related,” “and perhaps melatonin helps explain why there is this very strong relationship between depression, sleep, and circadian rhythms, as well as obesity and metabolism.”

“Light affects so many biological systems,” she added. “Light is a very powerful drug for the brain.”
There are concerns for people falling asleep in front of the computer or TV, which may diminish your overall sleep time. In addition to lowering the actual number of hours spent sleeping, it also apparently diminishes the quality of the sleep. The flickering light from a TV inhibits relaxation.

TV relaxes us or so we think it does but it may be too stimulating for your mind to unwind. Watching TV takes even more brainpower, since it requires some interaction instead of unwinding. In order to relax, try shutting them down or off before you go to bed; it may help you sleep better in the long run.



Remember these points

1. Exposure to dim lights when it should be dark may contribute to depression.
2. Light exposure at the wrong times of day has been linked to all sorts of health problems.
3. To boost your mood, it might help to give yourself some solid hours of true darkness at night. (Dark Shades, curtains)

Gym Clothes Are the New Real Clothes

When we discovered that oft-denounced sweatpants were among Google's most-searched spring 2015 trends, we realized the athleisure movement was far from fleeting. And not just for gym-goers or green juice enthusiasts, but, say, Hollywood stars, just going about their day-to-day.

With racks upon racks of designer clothing at their disposal, celebrities choose to run around town in their gym-friendly duds. No desperate scrambles to the car so as to avoid being seen, no quick-change acts, no walks of post-workout shame. Nay — yoga pants for the people, celebrities say!

So, slip into a nice pair of Capris or shorts and get about doing your daily day to days!.

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Five Reasons To Stay In Your Pyjamas All Day!

We live busy lives filled with jobs to do, errands to run, bills to pay, cleaning to catch up on kids to look after, the list goes on and on. Now, we're not suggesting you trade this all in on a permanent basis to become a pyjama wearing sofa dweller (aka sloth) but in the case of the busy woman the age old adage is true, a change is as good as a holiday. So get your diary out, find a day, clear your schedule and make a date with your favourite pyjamas. Treat yourself to this simple yet wonderful indulgence, a day where you don’t get dressed, don't put your makeup on, turn your phone on silent, ignore your emails and treat yourself some well earned ‘me time’. Here are our top 5 reasons to stay in your PJ's all day along with our favourite sleepwear and loungewear pieces for you to choose from. Go on, buy your favourites and book a PJ day today; you deserve this.

It’s A Rare Luxury
In this fast paced world who has the time to relax and just throw up their feet & say I will do it later!

It’s SO Comfortable

Just a day spent in your Pyjamas revive you and make you feel fresh and active for the whole week ahead! Get comfy now: www.nuteez.com

It Stops You Being Busy

We've all heard of power dressing for work, the idea that what your wear can affect your very psyche. Well the same is true of dressing for a day of relaxation. The simple act of keeping your PJs on lets your brain know it’s time to relax and lets face it, it provides a physical barrier to busyness too, I mean who’s really going to pop to the bank in their PJ's?

It Takes You Back
Remember those childhood and teenage days of the sleepover when you and your friends would stay up all night watching chick flicks then spend the next day in your PJ's munching breakfast at lunchtime and chatting till your hearts content. Wearing your PJ's all day has a strong nostalgic element sure to take you back to this wonderfully simple time. Learn this life lesson from your former self, a girly day spent in your PJs is a day well spent. Go on;spoil yourself today at www.nuteez.com

It’s Perfect For Pampering

There’s one kind of to-do list that you're allowed to tackle on a PJ day and that’s a pamper to-do list. So grab your nail polish, hair treatment, face mask and get busy in the very best way. PJs are much more conducive to relaxing pamper treatments so go ahead and treat yourself. Spoil yourself and buy today.

9 Fun Facts About Sleep

On the outside, we look relaxed, peaceful, and unaware. But what really goes on while we sleep? We spend nearly one third of our lives—approximately 25 years—in a state of sleep, yet remember little to none of it. When you hit the pillow, your body doesn’t turn off. It begins an intricate cycle of rejuvenation that is a vital to your health and well-being. Read on and learn more about the one thing that none of us can live without.

9. Hypnic Jerks

Something strange sometimes occurs between sleep stages 1 and 2; perhaps you have experienced this phenomenon. Just as you begin to drift off, your body jerks involuntarily, often in response to an abrupt sensation of falling. These jolts are known as a hypnic jerks, or sleep starts. Experts insist they are completely normal, but the reason for them is unclear. Some theorize that as one’s muscles relax, the brain mistakenly registers that the body is falling, and jolts to “catch” itself.

8. Insomnia: A Common Sleep Disorder

The most commonly reported sleep disorder, called insomnia, is experienced by approximately 10 to 15 percent of adults. Insomniacs report difficulties falling and/or staying asleep. Some turn to sleeping pills or alcohol, but a number of natural alternatives have been established to assist with sleeplessness. For those struggling with insomnia, experts recommend regular exercise, a consistent sleep schedule, and a relaxing bedtime routine.


7. Dream Content

Has a friend ever approached you excitedly and announced, “You’ll never believe what I dreamt last night!” If so, they likely followed with vivid dream story that left you laughing and/or puzzled. Perhaps you have experienced a dream like this yourself. While fantastic dreams do occur—as well as the occasional nightmare—the majority of dreams are actually quite ordinary. We tend to re-live typical day-to-day events in our dreams, and sometimes factors in our environment are incorporated into our dream story, such as a particular scent, or, in an unfortunate case, the buzz of an alarm clock.

6. The Function of Dreams

The phenomenon of REM rebound suggests that dreams serve a purpose beyond mere entertainment. A number of theories seek to explain the function of dreams. Psychologist Sigmund Freud—whose theories revolved around the concept of the “unconscious mind”—believed that dreams were a way for a person to harmlessly discharge repressed thoughts and desires. A more recent theory suggests that dreams allow us to consolidate and arrange our memories, and yet another proposes that dreams serve the physiological purpose of preserving and maintaining neural pathways. Despite these ideas, other experts maintain that dreams are nothing but random, meaningless bursts of brain activity.


5. REM Rebound

Though the precise function of REM sleep is fiercely debated, the fact that we need REM sleep is not. If frequently interrupted during sleep or deprived of it, our bodies will compensate, and naturally pass more quickly through the non-REM stages of sleep (stages 1, 2, 3, and 4) into REM sleep: a phenomenon known as REM rebound. Humans are not the only ones who need REM sleep, as REM rebound has been observed in a number of animals as well.

4. Rapid Eye Movement (REM) Sleep

Rapid eye movement (REM) sleep is the stage in which dreams occur. It is characterized by an accelerated heart rate, rapid and irregular breathing, and periods in which the eyes dart back and forth. Approximately 25 percent of the night is spent in REM sleep, and people will remember a dream more than 80 percent of the time if woken during a REM period. The average person spends nearly 600 hours dreaming each year during REM sleep.




3. The Sleep Cycle

The process of sleep occurs in five distinct stages that repeat about every ninety minutes. When you first lay down to rest, your breathing rate slows as you transition from consciousness to a light sleep known as Stage 1. After two minutes or so, you relax further, entering into Stage 2 sleep. Your body temperature drops and breathing becomes regular during this 20 minute stage. Stages 3 and 4—where sleep walking and talking can occur—are deep, restorative forms of sleep characterized by large, slow brain waves. Together, they last approximately 30 minutes. Before entering Stage 5 sleep—an intriguing stage known as REM (rapid eye movement) sleep—you pass back through stages 3 and 2. Most people repeat this cycle several times before morning.

2. Circadian Rhythms

To your dismay, you wake at the time your alarm normally goes off, and have trouble getting back to sleep. This happens because your body is acting in accordance with its biological clock, or circadian rhythm (from the Latin circa, “about,” and dies, “day”). A region of your brain called the hypothalamus regulates your patterns of sleep and wakefulness, matching them to the 24-hour cycle of day and night. A person typically sleeps for eight hours within this period, and is awake for sixteen. Be careful—staying up unusually late or snoozing for too long can throw off your rhythm and necessitate a period of readjustment.

1. The Necessity of Sleep

Sleep researcher William Dement (1990) once said, “The national sleep debt is larger and more important than the national debt.” Most people do not get an adequate amount of shut-eye; according to a 2009 poll, 20 percent of Americans report getting less than six hours of sleep per night. Why do we need sleep? The answer seems obvious. Without it, we become walking zombies, propelled through the day by caffeine and weary determination alone. Though no definitive answers exist concerning its precise purpose, sleep is believed to help restore body tissues and assist in the growth process.

10 Tips for Better Sleep - Nuteez

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Relax with Nuteez, the Quirky Way

After a tiring hectic day what do you really need? 

A relaxing night’s sleep to cast out all the tiredness in the warmth of your fluffy bed, with a soft quilt and comfortable nightwear..  However to help our body relax choosing the right nightwear is extremely essential. It is extremely important to understand that all nightwear is not suited for everyone nor is it suited for every season. 



So here are a few tips to consider before picking up the ideal nightwear for your needs… 

Weather / Season
To pick the perfect nightwear one must reflect on the weather and season. Ideally in cooler conditions it is best to opt for full sleeved tops and pajamas whereas in warmer conditions, small sleeved tops and lightweight shorts or a long tank are perfect. 

Fabric
Another very vital aspect while purchasing nightwear is the fabric that is suited as per the weather conditions. Cottons and Jerseys are light on the skin, ensuring that the material doesn’t stick to the skin allowing it to breathe freely. Thus Cottons and Jerseys are best for warmer conditions while heavier materials like Silk, Satin and Polyester are good for cooler climates. 

Size
For a comfortable night’s sleep it is important that your night wear is relaxed enough for you to move freely. A little smaller in size will restrict your movements and a bit looser will pose a lot of obstructions, both causing uneasiness and distress. So choose the ones that are comfortable and feel good at the same time. 

Length
Again the length of the nightwear is governed by the season or the weather conditions. For warmer conditions opt for shorter versions while for cooler conditions opt for the longer versions. However for special occasions something different that makes you feel glamorous works wonders too. 

Colour
Usually the colours you choose reflect your personality and the same goes with the nightwear. Having said that lighter colours are most liked for nightwear, however for children and young adults a lot of colour and print options are available to experiment with. 



With these tips I’ve over the last few years experimented with buying nightwear online and chanced upon an amazing young brand Nuteez (pronounced as New – Teez) that offers casual and lounge wear for men, women and children. The brand has moved away from the traditional concept of nightwear and ventured into a more funky – lazy approach to the concept keeping the ethos of it intact. I especially like the quirk element in the products that adds character to the dressing down time. 

Made in India the products are designed by artists and designers from different parts of the country that highlights the soft peach hand finish that makes the products difficult to get out of. The products are designed keeping comfort and simplicity in mind, yet are extremely stylish adding to the persona and lifestyle of the wearer. 

You must check their website here. They are also coming up with the summer collection very soon, will keep you updated. 
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15 Reasons to Wake Up 15 Minutes Early

1. Stretch it out: Get out of bed to roll out your mat. This short and sweet yoga sequence leaves you feeling energized and focused.
   
2. Make a list: Instead of scrambling to remember what you need to accomplish all day, take the time to write down everything you need to do in the morning. There's nothing more satisfying than crossing things off that list.
   
3. Sit in silence: A short meditation can change your whole day. Breathing deep and sinking into relaxation is more than a hippie practice — science supports it.
   
4. Dance it out: Blast your favorite tunes and make crazy moves around your bedroom. You'll burn calories and amp up your endorphins.
   
5. Enjoy a fresh breakfast: We swear by make-ahead breakfasts over here, but there's something special about cooking and enjoying a breakfast before work. Here are some quick recipes to try.
   
6. Make a call: Enjoy a quick catch-up session with a good friend or family member. You'll feel relaxed and connected all day long.
   
7. Take tea time: Lounge and linger over a hot cup of tea or debloating hot water with lemon instead of grabbing that travel mug and rushing out the door.
   
8. Grab your roller: Feeling tight after a tough workout? Give your body a mini massage with a foam-rolling session. Your muscles thank you in advance.
   
9. DIY spa party: Pretend you took a quick trip to the spa with this soothing clay mask or foot scrub. It's the next best thing!
   
10. Get lifted: You might not have time for a full workout, but you can work on toning up with a short strength-training workout. Get ready to feel the burn.
    
11. Prep your lunch: Don't be forced to grab takeout. Put together a balanced lunch in the morning that will keep you energized in the afternoon.
    
12. Go on a longer) walk: Always scrambling to take your dog out as quickly as possible? Take the time to go on a long walk. Your pooch thanks you in advance.
    
13. Just read: When's the last time you had time to read something other than your email in the morning? With 15 extra minutes you can read your favorite site or a chapter in your book before work.
    
14. Practice affirmations: Kick off an affirmation practice to start your day off on a strong and positive note. This takes way less than 15 minutes and can transform much more than just your morning routine.
    
15. Clean up: Make your bed, wipe down surfaces, or do a quick kitchen scrub. Keeping your house free of lingering germs will keep you healthy, and there's nothing better than coming home to a clean house.

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We are Hiring! - Merchandiser Required

Merchandisers are responsible for ensuring that products appear in the right store, or on a website, at the appropriate time and in the correct quantities. This involves working closely with the buying teams to accurately forecast trends, plan stock levels and monitor performance.

Typical work activities

These vary depending on the company and the particular retail sector, but will typically include:

•   planning product ranges and preparing sales and stock plans in conjunction with buyers;

•   liaising with buyers, analysts, stores, suppliers and distributors;

•   maintaining a comprehensive library of appropriate data;

•   working closely with visual display staff and department heads to decide how goods should be displayed to maximise customer interest and sales;

•   forecasting profits and sales, and optimising the sales volume and profitability of designated product areas;

•   planning budgets and presenting sales forecasts and figures for new ranges;

•   controlling stock levels based on forecasts for the season;

•   handle sales statistics, produce sales projections and present spreadsheets and graphs;

•   analysing every aspect of bestsellers (for example, the bestselling price points, colours or styles) and ensuring that bestsellers reach their full potential;

•   maintaining awareness of competitors' performance;

•   monitoring slow sellers and taking action to reduce prices or set promotions as necessary;

•   gathering information on customers' reactions to products;

•   analysing previous season's sales and reporting on the current season's lines;

•   making financial presentations to senior managers;

•   meeting with suppliers and managing the distribution of stock, by negotiating cost prices, ordering stock, agreeing timescales and delivery dates, and completing the necessary paperwork;

•   identifying production and supply difficulties and dealing with any problems or delays as they arise;

•   managing, training and supervising junior staff.


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