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12th January 2021

Looking After Yourself in Lockdown 3

Looking After Yourself in Lockdown 3

Hooray, Another Lockdown.

What a year the past two weeks have been, right? Between the US doing god-knows-what, the UK messing up Brexit and Covid responses… Well, it’s all a bit difficult right now. So I’m going to start the third week of 2021 with a repost from last year. Today’s post is yet another self care list, but one that I think is important as we navigate difficult months. So, here’s some ideas for looking after yourself in lockdown 3.

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8th November 2020

Lockdown Self Care Ideas — #SelfCareSunday

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Well friends, happy lockdown 2! England’s locking back down for another month, and with it comes more anxiety and worry than before. Or just a feeling of loss and being bored by it all. We’re currently four days in, and honestly I feel a lot and nothing at all at once. As a person who suffers from depression, self care is a massive part of my life, and so today I wanted to share with you my ever-changing self care list that you can use as lockdown self care ideas!

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8th April 2020

Tips For Self Care in Self Isolation

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At the moment the world is a weird, angry and lonely place. Everyone is terrified about the next steps, what will happen to their livelihoods, family and financial states. I’ve been at home for three weeks now. And I’m currently out of work and I’m having a difficult time. So I wanted to share with you some tips for self care in self isolation to help alleviate the stress a little. There’s nothing crazy here — just reminders to keep going!

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29th February 2020

A Sunny Disposition And Some Plus Size 60s Style!

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Well hello friends, on this fine day of it absolutely pissing it down! Hope you’re all well and yet another storm isn’t ruining your day/weekend at all. I’m trying to look at the sunnier side of life at the moment, so let’s get colourful with this plus size 60s style! 

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22nd January 2020

Five Ways to Beat The January Blues!

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I don’t know about you guys, but January really sucks for me.

We all know how it goes, since it’s the same thing every year. Christmas is over, the decorations come down, the cheese gets finished and life is back to normal after a holiday break. And it’s not easy getting back into the swing of things at all. The world is burning around us (literally, as the Australian bushfires are killing entire species), your feeds are full of diet franchises and ‘skinny tea’ adverts and the credit card bill you took a hit on has come back to bite you in the arse. So here’s some ways to beat the January blues that I’m doing to keep myself happy and healthy.

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12th January 2019

New Year, Same Old Plus Size Style

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Well hello and happy new year, friends!

It’s now 2019, and we’re well into being bombarded with the usual bullshit. I don’t know about you, but I get bored of seeing adverts for gyms and diet groups every January. And the phrase “New Year, New Me” just makes me roll my eyes. Although the start of a new year is often a good push to start new and better habits, the expectation is always tough. So before I get into some plus size style today, I want to take a second to say some things;

Everything that you are right now is great. You don’t need to lose weight. You don’t need to be organised. And you certainly don’t need to be rising to expectations that anyone other than you choose. Resolutions are bullshit, as we are all so often forced to set unobtainable goals. The last few years I’ve opted out of “Resolutions” in order to not set myself up for failure. I hope you guys will, too!

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New Years Resolutions? No Thanks.

I’ve set no goals for my year. I have things that will be happening in 2019, of course. In the summer I’ll be moving in with my boyfriend, and I’ll possibly work on a different career path. Hell, I’m brushing up on my Japanese, too. But none of this I’m sticking under the “resolutions” tab, because I’m not going to pressure myself into constantly feeling like I’m not achieving enough.

I took a bit of a break from social media as well as blogging over the Christmas/New Year break, which this ties in with. As everyone was telling the world the great things they want to do with their year, I wanted to distance myself enough to not compare myself to others. I mentioned in an Instagram post about how the end of year always makes me feel like I’m not doing enough to be more like my peers. And that little break really helped me out with feeling better about who I am and what I’m doing.

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So what was that about plus size style?

Okay, okay, there’s one thing I want to do more these days. I’ve found myself in a bit of a rut with my everyday style, so on my days off I’m trying to dress up a bit more. And since my boyfriend got a shiny new camera for Christmas, I also want to document more everyday outfits. Instead of just showing off sponsored items, you know.

So in that spirit, I dressed up my favourite everyday skirt with a new-to-me cardigan for Sunday lunch. Sadly, Earl Haig Hall which featured in an old blog post closed this past Sunday, so we said farewell with a roast dinner and some pints.

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In my last post I mentioned Rubylea turbans, and this time I’m showing off my custom-made Carmen turban. I’m going to say right off the bat that this turban is a lifesaver at the moment! Recently, I’ve been fading my hair colour out to get a refresh and root lift, and my poor hair is going blonde in places! So I’ve been spending a lot of time hiding it in hats and turbans.

What I love about this particular turban is how the Carmen has so much volume. It’s amazing that something so simple can make such a statement! Even though my hair is unset and faded to peach, I still look super fancy.

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My Carmen turban was lovingly custom made by Rubylea to compliment my hair, as this style usually cascades over the right side of the face, rather than the left. At first I wasn’t sure it would make a difference, but believe me when I say it does! Having it on the opposite side of your hair parting means it leaves way for lovely side swoops like this one. Although it also works amazingly if you go for a 60s-style fringe set close to your face.

If you part your hair to left like me, simply send her a message to get your custom turban! They’re SO worth it. I’m constantly wearing mine, and you’ll probably see more of it before winter is through!

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I feel like this has been a ranty sort of start to the year, but at the same time – I think as I get closer to 30, I’ve lost a lot of the fucks I used to have to give. The only thing I can say that comes close to resolutions for me is that I just want to work hard, play hard, and fight for my happiness over others more this year. I’m kicking arse and taking names at the moment!

So guys. Tell me in the comments not only how you feel about this banging turban, but your thoughts on new years resolutions. Do you subscribe to the idea? Or is it balls to it all? I’d love to know.

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Turban; C/O Rubylea Shop
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Skirt; Handmade
Bag; Old Vendula London

2 Comments | Categories: Banned, Mental Health, Review, Rubylea, Style, Vendula London

25th August 2018

When it’s Not All Sunshine and Rainbows

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Happy Sunday, beautiful people! I hope we’re all feeling well?

Its style Saturday today, but I wanted to take this week to do something a bit different from usual. Most weeks I’m dressing up to the nines to show my best side for you. Especially since I’m reviewing products a lot lately that deserve perfect imagery. However, this week I wanted to show you that it’s not all sunshine and rainbows, and that’s okay. So I present some very casual plus size style today!

I mention my mental health on here in the most fleeting way possible, usually a line in my first paragraph of each post. I do this because it’s a really important part of my day-to-day life, especially when I’m not in a particularly great way. Sadly, the last two weeks or so have been in that vein.

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I have depression and anxiety, the former I’ve dealt with for a lot of my life, and the latter joined on in as I started to get older. Over the last few years, it’s gotten worse. Luckily, since moving to my current area two years ago I’ve been taken more seriously, and my doctors have been much better with dealing with mental health issues. London is notoriously bad for their mental health services, but thankfully Haringey council is one of the better ones.

A few posts back I mentioned taking it slower to focus on myself – before I was working two jobs, six days and a minimum of 50 hours a week. It was draining, let me tell you. I wasn’t happy, or looking after myself at all. My blogging started to wain, my creativity had practically died and I found myself wondering why I bothered constantly.

In that post on my latest sewing project, I mentioned how important creativity was for me, and how much happier I was cutting hours and changing things around. And I really do recommend taking more time for yourself – although I’m in a funk, it’s been so much easier than before! 

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I mentioned how I dress up a lot for social media, which is true. I do dress the way you see on my blog the majority of the time, but when I’m in a slump, I just don’t have the energy to look like that. Sometimes my depression and anxiety just makes it too hard to be that perfectly dressed person every day. 

So when on a wander with my boyfriend last week, I decided to take some photos of my less-than-glamorous outfit. I had planned on dressing up with my hair done and showing off as I usually did, but the reality is that I just couldn’t bring myself to put the effort in. And it feels a little freeing, honestly. 

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This day was possibly the best day in two weeks. For some reason my anxiety and depression hit hard, and I’ve not been too well. My sleep is awful, my mood fluctuating rapidly, and don’t get me started on the tears. I dropped some milk and cried for an hour. It’s that irrational.

The weekend was a low point for me – I had such a difficult time going to a friend’s night because I believed I wasn’t wanted. I believed no one would miss me if I didn’t show up. The smallest part of me that knew it wasn’t true managed to push me there, and I really enjoyed my night. But to begin with I was skittish, on the verge of tears and my chest was hurting from panic attacks. 

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It’s not a pleasant thing to suffer with these things – and it’s so much more common than we’ve allowed ourselves to believe. Talking helps, that’s for sure. And taking steps to be honest with yourself and the people around you is the most important.

There’s no cure for depression. But there’s medication (I take paroxetine which has been great for me for a few months) which takes the edge off. There’s counselling and therapies of all sorts. And support groups, too. It takes a while to work out what works for you. Discuss with your doctor what could be best for you.

I guess in a way, I wanted to do this post to tell not only myself, but others that it’s okay to not be okay. It’s okay when you’re not a perfect version of yourself every day. And it’s definitely okay to wear your struggles with pride. I fight this constantly, so why shouldn’t I be proud?

Do you deal with depression, anxiety or any other mental health issues? I’d love to hear your experiences and coping mechanisms in the comments.

Have a wonderful week, guys! And remember – you’re loved, worthy, valid and amazing.

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Necklace; Handmade (Similar)
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It's not been an easy one, but in an effort to feel more positive as the new year rolls in, I'm posting up some slightly more upbeat reflections on a year that has changed us all. ⠀
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It’s been a... year. It’s hard to be positive when 2020 has been such a dumpster fire and 2021 will start off much the same, but here’s to hoping we’re in a better place this time next year! ⠀
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Sorry, I can't hear you over how much I'm killing Sorry, I can't hear you over how much I'm killing it at WFM lunches at the moment! ⠀
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I'm feeling decidedly less perky than I was in this photo from a year ago, but I'm putting what I learned in therapy to use to get me out of my mental funk. Self care is so important right now, and balancing my need to Do The Things and my want to Sleep Forever is always difficult. Mental health is weird and progress is never linear, but I'm sure we're all going to be okay soon. ⠀
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What creative outlets have you been using througho What creative outlets have you been using throughout lockdowns? ⠀
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I re-found my childhood love for cross stitch over the summer, and I'm planning on making a little homage to favourite game characters. Like this Celeste! ⠀
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What gives you guys that 'get-up-and-go' feeling w What gives you guys that 'get-up-and-go' feeling when you should probably leave your house but the weather sucks? ⠀
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Like most people, I'm already suffering a bit with this current lockdown and feeling just generally shitty. I know I need daily outings to keep myself sane, but it gets difficult now that winter is here, especially now I'm having a horrendous CFS flare up. Any tips or tricks to give you a reason to get outside is appreciated! ⠀
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Did you eat breakfast today? ⠀ ⠀ As we go into Did you eat breakfast today? ⠀
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As we go into 2021 in a lockdown and full of fear and anger, it's really important to make sure you're looking after yourself. And on my blog today, I'm sharing a self care list you can pick and choose from to keep yourself sane over the next few weeks/months! ⠀
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2020 in review on the blog this morning; head to M 2020 in review on the blog this morning; head to MelodyMae.co.uk to read!⠀
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It's not been an easy one, but in an effort to feel more positive as the new year rolls in, I'm posting up some slightly more upbeat reflections on a year that has changed us all. ⠀
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A favourite photo of my mug from 2020, and a littl A favourite photo of my mug from 2020, and a little reminder on this New Year’s Day that dieting, resolutions and ‘new year new me’ crap is optional, not a necessity. ⠀
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A new year can be a great motivator for new habits and all that, but don’t feel pressure to reinvent yourself and take on a lot right now. Eat the sweets, be Merry, be yourself and fuck the status quo. ⠀
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Happy (?) New Year, beauts! ⠀ ⠀ It’s been a. Happy (?) New Year, beauts! ⠀
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It’s been a... year. It’s hard to be positive when 2020 has been such a dumpster fire and 2021 will start off much the same, but here’s to hoping we’re in a better place this time next year! ⠀
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Related to #TopNine2020, 4000 of you beauties have been following me, interacting with me and listening to my body-positivity rants, engagement announcement and outfits throughout the year; and thank you for being on the journey with me!! ⠀
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Stay safe and enjoy your night whatever way you can, and I’ll see you in 2021 for much of the same!
Well my darlings, however you’re spending it, ha Well my darlings, however you’re spending it, have the Merriest of Christmasses and strong wifi connections! ⠀
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It may not be the Christmas we’d hoped for, but I hope you’re all happy and healthy ❤️
Potato quality for a potato person. ⠀ ⠀ So. Um Potato quality for a potato person. ⠀
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So. Um. World's gone a bit crazy since Saturday afternoon, right? Yeeesh. Tier four, Christmas basically being cancelled, it's all a bit much, honestly. ⠀
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But hey, I'm wearing a fucking hilarious jumper from @topsycurvy, which is the only thing giving me joy today! ⠀
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I'm just out here looking like a damn fine Christm I'm just out here looking like a damn fine Christmas Tree 🎄 🎄 ⠀
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This is an old photo, but as soon as Christmas rolls about I'm toting around my (sold out!) @Vendulalondon Toy Shop bag and @rubylea.shop Rosie turban all the time! ⠀
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It's two years old, but my god this photo is still It's two years old, but my god this photo is still 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 ⠀
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So, what's your plans for Christmas? Staying safe and at home or are you planning to travel? ⠀
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Personally, I'm heading to my hometown and being as safe as possible, since as a family without vulnerable members we want to spend the holiday together. Two households, much booze, regular testing -- we're doing everything as right as we possibly can! ⠀
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Isn't it mad that Christmas is literally around th Isn't it mad that Christmas is literally around the corner now? What a year it's been! ⠀
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I was going to go and do some new Christmas style photos, but with the world imploding and my face suddenly being allergic to everything I put on it, we'll just have to settle for some old photos from my @rubylea.shop Turban review, which is still one of my favourite turbans to date! ⠀
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One thing that's been interesting me about @Topsyc One thing that's been interesting me about @Topsycurvy is their One Size garments. ⠀
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If you're like me, that phrase literally just means 'won't fit your left tit', right? I was pleasantly surprised to see a plus sized version! Genuinely didn't think that was a possibility, but hey, Topsy Curvy is out here teaching me some new things! ⠀
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Full review on the blog; Click that Bio link!⠀
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Anyone else getting Disney Villainesque Alt Girl v Anyone else getting Disney Villainesque Alt Girl vibes from this @topsycurvy dress? ⠀
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Anyone else wearing little else other than jersey Anyone else wearing little else other than jersey dresses since March? I got ya bro. However, this @topsycurvy t-shirt dress means that I can wear a jersey dress and look good! ⠀
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