Saturday, 25 October 2014
Tuesday, 7 October 2014
Saturday, 27 September 2014
How to Start the Day off Right
Have you ever noticed how much better your whole day is when it starts out right?
Instead of rushing around, trying to find your car keys or your other shoe, you feel relaxed and ready for the day. Rather than skipping breakfast at home and grabbing something on the go, you actually have time to eat and enjoy something healthy.
There are a couple of little things you can do daily to lay the foundation of a good day. Putting a few small habits in place can make a world of difference…
Do a Little Night Before Prep
Doing a few things to get ready the night before can really help to make your morning go more smoothly. Here are a few suggestions:
- Cue the coffee pot to brew upon your wake up time.
- Plan what you’re going to wear and lay out everything you need to get dressed, including shoes!
- Take a look at your to do list. Decide: what are the top 3 priorities you can commit to for the coming day?
- Gather what you need by the door – wallet, keys, purse, work bag, etc. If you can’t find something, now is the time to go chase it!
Eat a Good Breakfast
Breakfast gets you going in the morning, so give yourself the time to make a decent one and to actually enjoy it! Here are 16 Quick Breakfast Ideas to get you started.
Enjoy 10 Minutes of Solitude
Take at least 10 minutes out of your day to relax. Read a chapter or passage from an inspirational book. Simply sit in the quiet and sip your coffee or tea. Meditate. The point is to give your self a few minutes to get centered. Once you've done this, it’s much easier to bring yourself back to a more peaceful state of mind later in the day.
Instead of rushing around, trying to find your car keys or your other shoe, you feel relaxed and ready for the day. Rather than skipping breakfast at home and grabbing something on the go, you actually have time to eat and enjoy something healthy.
There are a couple of little things you can do daily to lay the foundation of a good day. Putting a few small habits in place can make a world of difference…
Do a Little Night Before Prep
Doing a few things to get ready the night before can really help to make your morning go more smoothly. Here are a few suggestions:
- Cue the coffee pot to brew upon your wake up time.
- Plan what you’re going to wear and lay out everything you need to get dressed, including shoes!
- Take a look at your to do list. Decide: what are the top 3 priorities you can commit to for the coming day?
- Gather what you need by the door – wallet, keys, purse, work bag, etc. If you can’t find something, now is the time to go chase it!
Eat a Good Breakfast
Breakfast gets you going in the morning, so give yourself the time to make a decent one and to actually enjoy it! Here are 16 Quick Breakfast Ideas to get you started.
Enjoy 10 Minutes of Solitude
Take at least 10 minutes out of your day to relax. Read a chapter or passage from an inspirational book. Simply sit in the quiet and sip your coffee or tea. Meditate. The point is to give your self a few minutes to get centered. Once you've done this, it’s much easier to bring yourself back to a more peaceful state of mind later in the day.
Sunday, 14 September 2014
Lazy One - The Comical Boxers
"Be careful what you wear to bed at night, you never know who you'll meet in your dreams." This is an interesting quote. Yes. Why shouldn't you be well dressed for bed? You never know what might happen next and your dreams might come true. :)
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Sunday, 17 August 2014
6 Tips to Make Loungewear Look Chic
Get comfortable, it's in fashion. Loungewear is having a major moment right now and not just in the bedroom. Designers pull inspiration from bedroom attire and celebs are embracing the comfy styles and accessorizing to make it their own. Here are a few tips to keep you looking chic, and not like a sack of potatoes, while wearing loungewear.
2. Keep shoes cute
This is the one area you may not want to go too comfortable in. Avoid shoes that feel too casual. This look shouldn't get mistaken for what you'd wear to a midnight snack run. Avoid Uggs, sneakers and plain flip flops. The key to making loungewear look chic is in the shoes. Try a statement shoe — perhaps a brightly-colored strappy sandal or a gladiator pump. Cute flats and sandals work too. Try an ankle-strap flat sandal and avoid anything that looks too much like a slipper.
3. Add bling
Feel like your outfit is plain or feeling really casual? Accessories really make all the difference, so play up your look with stylish adornments. Elevate the style of a sweatshirt and layer a rhinestone pave statement necklace on top. This trick works all the time. Keep some jewelry in your bag at all times. Then, when you're not loving your look (we've all been there), simply slap on some jewels and you're ready to go.
4. Play up prints
Printed pants, tops, together or separate — it's all a DO. Rocking a print head to toe can be intimidating. Don't let patterns scare you. A sweatshirt and pajama pants feels more stylish in a print than in drab grey. Try a printed kimono with jean shorts and a tee to work in another print or opt for a pant with a pattern (huge right now!). You'll look far more dressed up than you'll feel and pieces like this catch the eye and work as a conversation starter too.
5. No skimping on hair and makeup
Your hair and makeup can make or break an outfit. Some girls look like they can just throw anything on and look good, right? The right hair and makeup makes the difference. Now I'm not saying go glam, I'm saying don't forget about hair and makeup. Try soft romantic makeup with a sheer kimono or do a red lip and messy waves with sweats.
6. Add in unexpected fashion
Not feeling "put together" enough? Take a piece that you may not normally wear with sweats and add it to the look, like a blazer, leather jacket, chambray top or flannel shirt. This will add sharp lines to your look, making it feel more tailored, less sloppy. Add a scarf or clutch, or both. Pairing pieces that feel more dressy and stylish will do wonders for your loungewear look.
1. Practice proper proportions
Don't go baggy all over. If something is loose, make sure something else is tight. Flowy fabrics can be relaxing, but detrimental to your figure. If you're doing a loose pant, make sure your top is more fitted or vice versa. Think about proportion, this will determine if you look fabulous or frumpy.2. Keep shoes cute
This is the one area you may not want to go too comfortable in. Avoid shoes that feel too casual. This look shouldn't get mistaken for what you'd wear to a midnight snack run. Avoid Uggs, sneakers and plain flip flops. The key to making loungewear look chic is in the shoes. Try a statement shoe — perhaps a brightly-colored strappy sandal or a gladiator pump. Cute flats and sandals work too. Try an ankle-strap flat sandal and avoid anything that looks too much like a slipper.
3. Add bling
Feel like your outfit is plain or feeling really casual? Accessories really make all the difference, so play up your look with stylish adornments. Elevate the style of a sweatshirt and layer a rhinestone pave statement necklace on top. This trick works all the time. Keep some jewelry in your bag at all times. Then, when you're not loving your look (we've all been there), simply slap on some jewels and you're ready to go.
4. Play up prints
Printed pants, tops, together or separate — it's all a DO. Rocking a print head to toe can be intimidating. Don't let patterns scare you. A sweatshirt and pajama pants feels more stylish in a print than in drab grey. Try a printed kimono with jean shorts and a tee to work in another print or opt for a pant with a pattern (huge right now!). You'll look far more dressed up than you'll feel and pieces like this catch the eye and work as a conversation starter too.
5. No skimping on hair and makeup
Your hair and makeup can make or break an outfit. Some girls look like they can just throw anything on and look good, right? The right hair and makeup makes the difference. Now I'm not saying go glam, I'm saying don't forget about hair and makeup. Try soft romantic makeup with a sheer kimono or do a red lip and messy waves with sweats.
6. Add in unexpected fashion
Not feeling "put together" enough? Take a piece that you may not normally wear with sweats and add it to the look, like a blazer, leather jacket, chambray top or flannel shirt. This will add sharp lines to your look, making it feel more tailored, less sloppy. Add a scarf or clutch, or both. Pairing pieces that feel more dressy and stylish will do wonders for your loungewear look.
Tuesday, 22 July 2014
Healthy Choices to Make Before You Go to Sleep Tonight
some crucial healthy to-dos that will help you get a jump-start on the next day? Before you go to bed tonight, make sure you add these to your list to make your bedtime the healthiest it can be!
Get Ready For the Next Day
Choose a Healthy Snack
Nix the Afternoon Caffeine
Even if you're not downing an espresso shot right before bed, a caffeine hit in the afternoon can still affect the quality of your sleep later. Caffeine can keep you more alert than you want to be and also decrease levels of the sleep hormone melatonin in your body. Craving a warm drink in the afternoon? Opt for herbal teas that won't leave you wired.
Stretch It Out
Turn It Off
Wednesday, 9 July 2014
“Pajamas just make people happy”.
“Pajamas just make people happy”.
So what’s the connection between pajamas and happiness, anyway?
When you get down to it, its all about simple pleasures. Lots of people chase happiness, thinking the next thing they attain or goal they reach will finally, once and for all, make them happy. Goals and desires are a part of life, but when we're constantly looking down the road, we're missing what’s right in front of us: the simple things that make us happy right now.
Here are just a few of the reasons why we believe pajamas can add to your happiness…
So what’s the connection between pajamas and happiness, anyway?
When you get down to it, its all about simple pleasures. Lots of people chase happiness, thinking the next thing they attain or goal they reach will finally, once and for all, make them happy. Goals and desires are a part of life, but when we're constantly looking down the road, we're missing what’s right in front of us: the simple things that make us happy right now.
Here are just a few of the reasons why we believe pajamas can add to your happiness…
Comfort & Relaxation
Getting cozy in your pjs after a long day at school or work can be so soothing. Its a signal to your body that its time to slow down. Giving ourselves time to recharge is key in maintaining inner peace and happiness.
Family Time
Being at home in your pajamas usually means time with family: pancake breakfasts, movie marathons, or just hanging out! We know that connection and belonging – whether it be with family or friends – increases our well-being and joy.
Being Yourself
Pajamas give you another way to express yourself, and maybe even in a way you wouldn't normally during daily life. You get to wear what ever you want. Piggy pjs? Superman underoos? Fuzzy frog slippers? Its all about YOU and what makes you feel good!
So how about you: what is your simple pleasure?
Getting cozy in your pjs after a long day at school or work can be so soothing. Its a signal to your body that its time to slow down. Giving ourselves time to recharge is key in maintaining inner peace and happiness.
Family Time
Being at home in your pajamas usually means time with family: pancake breakfasts, movie marathons, or just hanging out! We know that connection and belonging – whether it be with family or friends – increases our well-being and joy.
Being Yourself
Pajamas give you another way to express yourself, and maybe even in a way you wouldn't normally during daily life. You get to wear what ever you want. Piggy pjs? Superman underoos? Fuzzy frog slippers? Its all about YOU and what makes you feel good!
So how about you: what is your simple pleasure?
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