Above all else in hot summer weather, we want to keep cool. Sticky, sweaty, humid heat is everyone’s worst nightmare, so you need to make sure that you wear comfortable clothing so that you can make the best of the summer sunshine. You can’t focus on relaxing and soaking up rays whilst you’re desperately trying to cool down all the time, so make sure that you choose clothes that will keep you as comfortable as possible whilst maintaining a cool summer style.
Women’s cami tops are extremely popular this year, as they are small pieces of clothing that allow your arms, shoulders and back to remain bare. This kind of top is a great choice for casual wear, worn with jeans or shorts, although it is an item that works just as well with a skirt. The straps are often very thin, and so these cami vests are also good for tanning in a public place as they will leave minimal tan lines.
When it comes to shorts, slightly baggy fits are preferable. In very warm weather, you will be sweating all over, and if you are walking around then the top of your legs in particular will be getting quite sticky and uncomfortable. Shorts which allow a bit of air up the leg will help you to keep cool and comfortable, so when trying on shorts try to choose those which leave a gap between the material and your skin.
Tight clothing can be a horror in summer, not only making you sweat more and keeping that sweat packed in close to your body, but also chafing and rubbing against your skin to make it sore. If you have already been sunburnt or bitten, for example if you’re on holiday somewhere abroad, tight clothes will only serve to rub the irritated skin, making it worse.
Loose, casual clothing is perfect summer wear, and the biggest clothing retailers have realised this. Be sure to choose clothes that are the perfect mix of comfort and style, to keep you looking and feeling great all summer long.
Aches and pains when you wake in the morning are inevitable, as your youth becomes a fond memory. But back pain is unbearable as well as inevitable, and no amount of aspirin, gel and calm thoughts will prevent it feeling like hell on earth every time you wake in the morning. But help is at hand.
Whoever invented the memory foam mattress is the back-aching individual’s idol! This amazing mattress scientifically reduces back pain by at least a half. Its clever foam moulds to your body, taking the tension away from your back which tends to support your weight as you sleep.
However many back problems stem from your mattress and you may find that simply buying a new mattress of any sort, or indeed flipping your mattress will solve any minor back complainants. Many of us have mattresses that are either too soft, or too hard. Our bodies need a happy medium, which is quite often provided by a new traditionally sprung mattress.
The memory foam mattress however, is in a league of its own. If you want a guaranteed good night’s sleep combined with a perfectly happy back, then the memory foam mattress is for you. To amplify its workability, preferably choose a bed base with wooden slatted support. This provides the mattress with a little give, and allows for it to fully mould to the shape of your body. If you try it on a divan bed you will find it still works, but it would have more positive results on a bed that allows a bit more freedom.
Once you have your memory foam mattress, experiment with positions that do not pull on your back. Quite often we tend to fall into deep sleep in a position that can be slightly jarring to your back. The memory foam will help eliminate this ‘jarring’ but you can help it on its way by consciously sticking to a few positions that you know do not play havoc with your back.
So give your back a break, and let it float on the wonder that is the memory foam mattress. Visit Bedstar to buy mattresses online.
With winter on the go, now is the perfect time to create your own nest for cosy nights in and long sleepy evenings. There is something about winter that makes us all long for our beds and it is proven that humans do in fact hibernate. It is simply instinct to want to sleep longer during the cold months, so now is the perfect time to invest in the things that can make for a great night’s sleep.
Central to your nest is your bed; make sure it is laden with the fluffiest duvet, layers of soft blankets and piles of pillows. Haven the right mattresses in your home, in good condition will ensure you are well rested and using a mattress topper or enhancer will keep you warmer, without the need for central heating.
In winter, less is definitely not more. A bigger bed, a thicker mattress and more bedding is key to surviving those long frosty days and nights. Remove your light summer sheets and replace them with deep colours, layers and texture. Fill space with candles and create warm light, bringing the feeling of an open fireplace to your bedroom. Think vanilla, cinnamon and red berries for wintery aromas, deep purples, reds and golden colours, soft wools and thick fleeces for extra snugness.
Banish the television from your boudoir and stock up on dusty books you always mean to read. Embrace your inner old lady and make the most of staying in. If last winter was anything to go by then we are in for a long snow covered ride, stock up on chunky chicken and vegetable soups and steaming cocoa. There is no better place to spend winter then holed up in the perfect bed wearing your favourite pyjamas.
Dig out your hot water bottle and use the winter months to recuperate from your summer fun. Indulge yourself with regular doses of 12-hours of sleep and only leave your nest when absolutely necessary.
Visit Bedstar to make your wintery bedroom achievable today.
Imagine a warehouse of those that like an old barn, all white and modern on the inside?
Or inside the walls with the bricks and stones apparent, the kitchen cabinets with black, a Meson de demolition wood in the middle, maiden glass candles, candle holders of various models and types, all entrances and on the table … this scenario and calling friends to take a red wine (if it is winter or summer if cold beer) … food, little care … pizza, salads ……. everything will be alright!!
* took this picture in the region and Chianti, in Tuscany, riding a bike .. and stopping to click incredible buildings like this.
