For the rest of your life, you are stuck with yourself. But have you ever asked if you wanted to be your own Valentines? Sure, we all giggle about the idea of our husbands and long-term partners asking us to be their Valentine's every year, knowing full well it's more symbolic than concrete. However, when … Continue reading How to Love Thyself this Valentine’s Day
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How Pretty Lingerie Can Boost Your Mental Health
Beyond the Boudoir For many, lingerie is associated solely with romance and bedroom intimacy. However, the truth is, the right lingerie can have a surprising and positive impact on your mental health, even if it's never seen by anyone else. It's easy to get into the habit of seeing undergarments as just something we have … Continue reading How Pretty Lingerie Can Boost Your Mental Health
The Simple Joy of a Cup of Tea
A Moment of Calm in a Chaotic World In our fast-paced lives, filled with deadlines, errands, and constant connectivity, it's easy to forget the simple pleasures. But amidst the chaos, there exists a small, steaming cup of happiness waiting to be savoured: a cup of tea. If you've spent any time on my blog, you'd … Continue reading The Simple Joy of a Cup of Tea
Kbeauty – Hyaluronic Acid Serum; Mizon vs. The Plant Base
I've been battling super dry skin for several years which means I've tried my fair share of moisturising products; one such staple is a good hyaluronic acid serum. According to medicalnewstoday.com, hyaluronic acid is a sugar that occurs naturally in the body, including the skin, eyes, and joints. The primary function of hyaluronic acid is … Continue reading Kbeauty – Hyaluronic Acid Serum; Mizon vs. The Plant Base
Dita Recommends: Nuxe Oil
If you've been following me for a while, you might know by now that I have very dry skin which means I'm constantly looking at lotions, body oils and moisturisers to help calm and soothe my skin. I was towards the end of another bottle of baby oil when I thought I'd look to see … Continue reading Dita Recommends: Nuxe Oil
Vintage Activities to do during Quarantine
This is not a factual or informative post about the current worldwide situation created due to the COVID19 Corona Virus; I am not a medical expert so I cannot in good faith provide information about the virus itself. I can, however, share mental health advice and some fun vintage activities you can due if you … Continue reading Vintage Activities to do during Quarantine
Self Care Winter Tips
Now that the temperature is slowly dropping, it's common to feel the effects of seasonal depression. Cold weather and shorter days can bring about a sadness that isn't always easy to snap out off especially after a fun-filled summer. But winter doesn't have to be all dark and gloomy; it's a great time to slow … Continue reading Self Care Winter Tips
Goal Setting for the New Year
It's easy to be swept up in the 'New Year, New Me' craze, set a whole bunch of goals and then completely forget about them by March. The end of a year is a great time to set goals but there are a few ways to ensure your goals are realistic, reasonable and achievable that'll keep … Continue reading Goal Setting for the New Year
Easy Ways to Enjoy Your Mornings
For years I have had a love-hate relationships with mornings. I love my sleep but I personally find that if I don’t push myself to be productive in the morning, sometimes my day slips away from me and I don’t get everything done. I’ve slowly been changing my morning routine and I have become much … Continue reading Easy Ways to Enjoy Your Mornings
We’re All Mad Here – Self Care Part 2
Self-Care Part 2; The types of Self Care and activities you can do May is Mental Health month so I thought it would be fitting to have a few extra posts about mental health. Just for a bit of background about myself; I am an accredited with Mental Health First Aid and a counselor. I … Continue reading We’re All Mad Here – Self Care Part 2
We’re All Mad Here: Self Care Part 1
Self Care Part 1; The Importance of Self Care May is Mental Health month so I thought it would be fitting to have a few extra posts about mental health. Just for a bit of background about myself; I am an accredited with Mental Health First Aid and a counselor. I also have several degree’s … Continue reading We’re All Mad Here: Self Care Part 1
Top 6 Reasons to Shop Vintage
Today’s fashion consumer is bombarded by constantly changing trends, fast fashion and micro-seasons; but the one thing that never goes out of style is good quality vintage. Despite this, people are more likely to shop at fast fashion outlets where most of the clothing will end up at landfill or make thrift stores overflow. Shopping … Continue reading Top 6 Reasons to Shop Vintage
We’re All Mad Here – How to deal with Jealousy
"Beware of jealousy, my lord! It's a green-eyed monster that makes fun of the victims it devours." - Othello A3,S3. Shakespeare. It’s really easy to look at someone else and feel jealous. Perhaps they have better skin or a better body than you. Or maybe they have an amazing wardrobe and you don’t. Maybe they won something … Continue reading We’re All Mad Here – How to deal with Jealousy
Nail Care – How to keep your claws classy whilst modelling
As important as skincare is for modelling, you can't forget to look after your fingernails. As lots of models pose with their hands near their face, it is essential to make sure your claws are well looked after. I remember a two week period where I almost had a shoot everyday. Each shoot was a … Continue reading Nail Care – How to keep your claws classy whilst modelling