Here’s how it’s done

After attending an Etsy event recently I realized what an amazing job they are doing! Their marketplace not only has unique and creative products but it has a human connection as a part of their e-commerce site. The site is powered by the sellers where their creative ideas get a platform to grow into a successful business. It’s a place to find your everyday needs, online, and handmade from someone you can read all about. After this, I visited the site quite often and came across another amazing aspect of their site; Custom Clothing.

If you are anything other than a sample size, you know that shopping online can be very difficult and can be a hassle, to be honest. I also have a body type that often falls between sizes and often find myself going through many returns and refunds. Custom clothing was of course always an option, but it’s too much effort to go and put into for your everyday clothes, no?

Etsy happens to be the solution for all these problems, it has a number of affordable, size-inclusive custom sellers in its marketplace which allows you to get the design of your choice. From a simple top, t-shirt to an evening gown you can get it tailor-made for your body type and personal style.

We came across a few tips on some of the best ways to shop on etsy for custom pieces. Dayna Ism Johnson, Etsy’s resident trend expert has given her best tips to buy custom made clothing to Nylon. Keep reading to find out what they are.

Focus on location

Knowing the location of the seller will help you estimate when you will receive the product and how accessible you are. Etsy has sellers across the world, which means its really up to your timeline as to when you need the product. If you need it really quickly, I would suggest sticking to your country at least, if not your city.

Another problem which many of us face is measurements and taking them on our own. You are never confident if you have done it correctly and always worried you will get the wrong size due to your mistake. In this case, there are sellers who offer in-person consultations as well, of course for this you will have to find a local designer. After this, we suggest keeping those measurements handy for your future orders.

Ask for pointers

If you are still nervous about your measurements and the seller does not offer in-person consultations, or you might have chosen a seller outside your city. We suggest getting in touch with the seller because many of them will have templates and guides explaining exactly where to measure from and what you are looking for. Ask plenty of questions till your not satisfied with your order, at the end of the day you are spending more since it is a custom made order and you should get exactly what you are looking for.

Take advantage of Etsy’s resources

Use the Etsy site well and all their features to get the best results. There are location filters to help narrow your search if you’re looking for a local seller. There are many other filters to help you browse different categories such as size, color, and prize. If you want to stick to trusted sellers with a high a reputation, look for “best seller” badges next to the sellers names. These will be the sellers that are performing well according to Etsy based on their own statistics and analytics.

Keep communication lines open

Talk, talk and talk! That’s about it, working with people gives you the opportunity to be in touch with the person very easily so make use of it! Sellers want their stores to do well and will also be open to hearing what you have to say and make sure they provide the best product to you. Pretty much everything on Etsy is available for customization since you are working with real people.

Isom Johnson notes “just ask if you have something in mind, whether you want something made from scratch or if you’d like to have something you find in their shop to be completely customized.” If you’re worried about a piece’s quality, “you can always ask the seller for swatches of the material, and even talk to them about how a color can be customized.”

Don’t limit yourself on Etsy

Don’t limit yourself when your shopping on Etsy for custom clothing, just ask the seller what’s possible. In case you don’t find something you are looking for, just ask the seller if they can work with you in order to truly customize something from scratch. Maybe you want something in a particular color that isn’t available, ask them and give it a shot. If you are looking for something really unique, you should be willing to spend a little extra time and money on this and design something together with your seller.

Let’s give you a little head start, check out 3 customer designers below that all have “bestseller” badges:

LouEmbrace

LouEmbrace offers cute handmade clothing only from natural fabrics.

Linennaive

Linennaive specialises in Linen, Cashmere and Natural Material. 

WhatALuvely

WhatALuvely provides PJ Sets for Bridesmaids in solids and some super cute/funky prints.

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Glitter is getting more and more popular by the day. It’s shining across millions of dresses and faces on Instagram and Facebook and has become the must-have finishing touch for many. Our love for all things sparkly knows no bound. Glittering dresses, nail polish, eyeshadow, phone cases, jewelry – the more the better! Due to New Year’s a lot of stories kept popping up on our newsfeed which has caused us to raise the question, is glitter bad for the environment? After some research we found out it’s way worse than you probably imagined. As pretty and attractive as it might seem, glitter is not that innocent as we all thought and is causing a lot of plastic pollution in our oceans.

Glitter is pretty much just tiny reflective pieces of plastic or microplastics. This is what gives it the distinctive shimmer. When we wear an item that has glitter on it and it is left on our bodies or we apply makeup that has it and we wash it away, these little bits of plastic end up in the water where they never really break down. This is bad news for our aquatic life. Since glitter is microplastic and is very small, it has the potential to pass through filtration systems in sewage facilities and end up in our waterways and oceans. Plastic never breaks down and is bad news for pretty much everything that calls the Earth home. Statistics say that 92% of the plastic in the world’s oceans is made up of microplastics. 

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When glitter enters the oceans, they are ingested by small organisms. They are potentially toxic and can end up becoming a harmful food source for these organisms. This basically means that these materials in the ocean can replace their food which will lead to them starving themselves by eating this glitter. Now, not only would the smallest organisms starve, but their deaths will lead to starvation further up the food chain as well. This can have a negative impact on humans as well because we are consuming marine life which could contain microplastics. These microplastics move through the food chain and make their way up starting at the bottom as the animals eat each other. The fish that gets caught for humans to consume are increasingly beginning to contain plastic particles, and these particles are killing fish before they even reach reproductive age.

Some scientists are calling for glitter to be banned outright. In 2015, a ban on microbeads—another form of microplastic that is found in tons of beauty products like shower gels and exfoliants—took effect in the United States. BBC reports that “a single shower can result in 100,000 plastic particles entering the ocean.” reported on Elite Daily.

WHY THESE TINY OCEAN CREATURES ARE EATING PLASTIC POLLUTION

But without glitter, how will we sparkle???

Don’t worry if you can’t live without some glitter in your life, you can still use it and be kind to the environment. You should know then that safe biodegradable glitter exists – unlike plastic glitter that won’t break down and is going to wreck havoc, biodegradable glitter doesn’t stick around on the earth forever and it works just as well as standard glitter.

To name a few brands that can help you with all your sparkle needs…

• Lush uses glitter that is made from seaweed, so it decomposes.

• Wild Glitter is another to watch if you want to fulfill those guilt-free shimmer needs. All their glitter is biodegradable, so it’s worth stocking up.

• Bioglitter is made from 92 percent plastic-free materials

• The brand Glitterevolution makes their environmentally safe glitter from plant cellulose making it a renewable source of sparkle. They even house it in plastic-free packaging.

Glitter is used excessively only a few times throughout the year, perhaps due to a festival, a special occasions, Halloween etc. However, by skipping out on just those few times can help our environment so much you might not even realize. Now onwards, before you glitter yourself just make sure to think of the environment before you indulge in a bunch of sparkles and if you do make sure it’s the kind that is safe for our environment. Reduce the plastic pollution being caused by such a small thing we might have never thought of. Being mindful and aware of the impact of the products we buy is key to making changes in our everyday life.

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Having frizzy hair is just another one of those natural problems that many of us have to deal with and find ways to get rid of. I guess you are reading this article because you need to find some amazing tips on how to have a frizz-free hairstyle. I have super frizzy hair along with them being thick so you can just imagine what I go through on a day-to-day basis!!! Many of us who have frizzy hair are familiar with it and what it looks like, but do you know what the exact cause of it is? It’s basically when the outmost layer of your hair is raised, moisture enters the strand and causes it to swell and create the frizzy effect. We are going to discuss some of the best ways on how to get rid of frizzy hair and we hope you are left with frizz-free hair after this 🙂 What can you do to maintain smooth cuticles?

15 Tips On How To Get Rid Of Frizzy Hair

1. Choose a sulfate-free, glycerin-packed shampoo.

You need a shampoo without sulfate because the ones that have sulfate it dehydrates your hair strands and this is exactly the opposite of what you want when you want to maintain the moisture in your hair. Choosing a shampoo with high glycerin will help combat frizz and hydrate your hair shaft from the inside out. Not only will this hydrate it will also give a protective coating over the outside of the hair shaft which will make your hair strong and not break so easily. If you want to know how to get rid of frizzy hair easily start with this step as it’s one of the easiest ways to start. We already shampoo our hair, you might as well use the right one!

OUR PICK:

Ogx OGX Nourishing Coconut Milk Shampoo

2. Don’t skip conditioner

If you have frizzy hair then you should never skip the conditioner step. You want all the moisture in your hair that is possible otherwise the hair cuticle will open up letting moisture in from the air and turning your hair from smooth to frizzy. Your conditioner should also contain glycerin and if possible try and choose one with other hydrating ingredients. For example, these ingredients could be coconut oil or shea butter. Another tip, when you apply conditioner, try and keep it away from your roots, apply it from mid-shaft down to your ends.

OUR PICK:

Garnier Whole Blends Conditioner with Avocado Oil & Shea Butter Extract

3. But do skip the shampoo.

Never skip conditioner but you can skip the shampoo sometimes. If your shampooing your hair several times in a week make sure that at least two times you skip the shampoo and only rinse your hair with conditioner. Conditioners contain a small number of surfactants, this is used in shampoos to cleanse your hair. Because of this, it will clean your hair without removing any natural oils from it.

OUR PICK:

Dove Nutritive Solution New Nourishing Oil Care Conditioner

4. Mask weekly.

Take some time out for your hair at least once a week and do some sort of treatment on it. Doing this and especially during the colder months, will help fill any holes in your hair shaft that soak up outside moisture and contribute to frizz. After masking your hair you will notice how smooth they become after.

OUR PICK:

St. Botanica Moroccan Argan Hair Mask

5. Don’t blow-dry soaking wet hair.

Never blow-dry your soaking wet hair, you should let your hair air-dry around 80-90% of the way and then use a dryer on it. The hot hair from the dryer directly on your strands dehydrates it which makes it frizzy.

6. Use dry oil.

While your hair is still wet, apply a moisture-locking dry oil, like Dove Hair Therapy Nourishing Oil Care, from your ends to midway up your hair shaft. After your hair is about 90% dry, use a round brush that has those mixed bristles, this will help seal the cuticle for that smooth finish. It would be a good idea to use a flat-iron on your hair if you do after this because heat will seal the cuticle the most effectively.

OUR PICK:

Dove Dry Oil, Pure Care Nourishing Hair Treatment with African Macadamia Oil

7. Get frizz-free waves with buns.

Something that I do every time I wash my hair. I like to limit the amount of heat styling on my hair, so most of the time while my hair is drying I twist it into a bun. By doing this you will get some natural waves and your cuticles get the chance to lock into place which helps reduce the frizziness.

8. Use a cream hydrator and a diffuser for thick, coarse, and curly hair.

After you’ve shampooed and conditioned your hair, while it’s still wet, apply a cream-based product from root to tip. If you have curls wrap the product around your hair in the way you want to style it and let your strands air dry.

OUR PICK:

Motions Natural Textures Hydrate My Curls Pudding 

9. Caught in the rain? Try a dry conditioning spray.

Isn’t it the worst thing to be caught in the run while you have the most amazing blow dry. Of course, once rain hist your hair all that frizz is bound to set in. In this situation apply a dry conditioning spray it should help bring your hair back to its orginal state very quickly.

OUR PICK:

Kerastase Discipline Fluidissime Complete Anti-Frizz Care

10. Use pins and hairspray (not serum) for flyaways.

Something I have a lot of, flyaways. In my experience serums don’t help settle down the flyaways, if you are styling your hair you should either use bobby pins or hairspray to slick down your hair.

11. Brush your hair upside down to distribute its natural oils.

I don’t brush my hair every day, they become very frizzy if I do. I prefer to let them air dry naturally. However when I do I flip my hair over and brush them upside down with a boar bristle brush. This helps to distribute the oils from your scalp/roots onto the rest of your hair. Try this step and notice how your hair will stay hydrated and it will block out humidity.

12. Wrap your hair in a silk scarf before going to sleep.

We have mentioned how sleeping on a silk pillow will benefit your hair in an older post and if you haven’t already done so then do it fast or wrap your hair up in a bun and tie a silk scarf around it before you sleep. This will help retain the moisture in your hair. There are other benefits for it as well, find out more: HAIR TIPS & HAIR CARE FOR EVERY HAIR TYPE, COLOR AND LENGTH.

We hope your frizzy hair days will be left behind after trying some of our tops tips on how to get rid of frizzy hair. Let us know in the comments below if any specific one helped the most 🙂  

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No doubt that stretch marks are a very natural thing that can appear on our bodies for various reasons and we should embrace them and love our body exactly how it is. However, it is something whether we like it or not that brings down a person’s confidence sometimes and we become desperate to just get rid of them somehow. We all know that when you are beaming with confidence you are the most beautiful version of your self, but some of us need to bring that confidence by making a few changes. Here are some of the best products and ways on how to get rid of stretch marks to get back your confidence from those stubborn stretch marks. 

Now before we go further I believe it is essential that you are informed a little about stretch marks (No Biology just simple statements to make it easy for you). 

Most women suffer from stretch marks usually after pregnancy, but that’s not the only cause for it. Men too have stretch marks and so do women who are not pregnant. Stretch marks occur due to sudden weight gain or weight loss.

We have curated a list of the most used products to get rid of stretch marks. We have also listed a few ways on how you can use natural products to get rid of stretch marks at home.

Helpful Advice: Maintain a skin care routine and use these products on a regular basis for a fixed period of time (As per product user guide).

Let’s explore the products and you tell us which one helped you the best (Comment Below).

How To Get Rid Of Stretch Marks – Best Products + Home Remedies

Bio-Oil Specialist Skincare Oil

This miracle product has been all over the internet, the papers and on the television. Though it’s not recommended to be used during the pregnancy, because of the Retin A content in it, which is a big ‘No’. Another tip that you can follow is you can add Vit. A and Vit. E capsules in the oil for supple soft skin.

Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Massage Cream for Stretch Marks

The lotion claims that this product is specifically developed for stretch marks. Major pros are it is paraben and phthalate free, hydrating, and odorless and runs for a good 8 to 9 hours too. It is quite easily available in any drugstore.

Palmers Cocoa Butter Formula Tummy Butter

The beautiful smell of cocoa and the smoothness of butter, it cannot get better than this. It will help reduce those pulled white lines.  Though not anti-stretch marks, this butter will keep the skin supple and smooth. To add a cooling effect, add some aloe vera gel and then apply it.

Mama Mio The Tummy Rub Butter

Elasticise, Protect and Soothe are the three qualities delivered to your skin by this product. This has plentiful of Omega 3, 6 and 9 to build your skin’s elasticity. Mamma Mio’s Tummy Rub is your superhero in fighting stretch marks. 

Mederma Stretch Marks Therapy

Hyaluronic acid cream Mederma Stretch marks cream which can be used during certain trimesters and after the appearance of stretch marks. This product was originally designed for scar treatment so the technology used in this product is similar to that of their scar treatment cream.

Body Merry Stretch Marks & Scars Defense Cream

Now this cream is very suitable for dry skin as it contains shea butter, vitamins, aloe vera and a hint of cocoa butter to hydrate and nourishes your skin. Our skin goes through a lot which leaves our skin deteriorated, undernourished and dry. So, No worries and pick this product to rescue your skin from the struggles it’s facing.

Burt’s Bees MAMA BEE BELLY BUTTER

Another Mama’s product, as it says it can be applied during and after your pregnancy. So go on and pamper yourself with this extra rich nourishing and moisturizing belly butter on your skin during your nine-month stretch. Its fragrance-free formula contains a combination of Cocoa, Shea and Jojoba Butters that will keep your belly feeling soft and smooth before and after your new arrival.

Weleda Stretch Mark Massage Oil

The brand believes that ‘Nature’s wisdom helps to support skin’s appearance during and after pregnancy.’ Therefore their product contains sweet almond oil, vitamin E rich wheat germ oil and extract of arnica which is used to reduce the appearance of stretch marks.

Sebamed Anti Stretch Mark Cream

Every Sebamed product is meticulously formulated to a ph balance of exactly 5.5. This is essential in maintaining your skin’s natural hydrolipid barrier against environmental stress, especially for pregnant women. A balanced ph product is essential for healthy skin.

TriLASTIN – SR Stretch-mark Cream

Now here’s an undoubtful product, voted #1 Stretch Mark Cream in Pregnancy & Birth Magazine’s “Top 10 Stretch Mark Creams”.  It is effective on Old or New, Silver or Red stretch marks and scars. Paraben-Free, Hypoallergenic, Unscented, Non-Greasy, Non-Staining, Non-Sticky. The brand also claims that results are clearly visible within 90 days.

Mustela Stretch Marks Prevention Cream

This product aims at removing pregnancy stretch marks. It is slightly fragrant. However, since it doesn’t want to lose to its competitors, the product also improves skin elasticity. Serum mainly consists of plant-based ingredients like Avocado.

Revitol Stretch Mark Prevention Cream

Now, this product is labeled for prevention of stretch marks. However, women who used it after the appearance of stretch marks and claim that it helps in removing those marks as well. This product is a mix of vitamins and natural grapefruit extract. Thus, removal of dead skin cells and achieving an increase in collagen production, that’s killing two birds with one stone.

Home Remedies On How To Get Rid Of Stretch Marks

Aloe Vera

You Will Need

• Fresh aloe vera gel
• 5 vitamin A capsules
• 10 vitamin E capsules

What You Have To Do

1. Take out the fresh gel from an aloe vera leaf and to it, add oil from the vitamin A and E capsules. Mix well.

2. Massage this on the skin until it is fully absorbed. Do not rinse.

You can also apply only aloe vera gel. Leave it on for 15 minutes, and wash with lukewarm water.

How Often You Need To Do This

Repeat this once or twice a day till the stretch marks start fading away and vanish.

Vicks Vaporub

You Will Need

• Vicks Vaporub
• Cling wrap

What You Have To Do

1. Apply the Vaporub on the affected area and massage for a minute or two.

2. Cover the area with the help of cling wrap and leave this on overnight.

How Often You Need To Do This

Repeat this every night till the stretch marks fade away.

Vitamin E

(Also read: [TOP 6] USES OF VITAMIN E CAPSULES FOR SKIN, FACE & HAIR)

You Will Need

• Vitamin E oil capsules

What You Have To Do

1. Cut open the capsule to extract the oil.

2. Apply this oil on your stretch marks and massage for a few minutes.

3. Leave it on.

You can take a vitamin E oil capsule orally every day.

How Often You Need To Do This

Apply this oil twice or thrice a day.

Baking Soda

You Will Need

• 1 tablespoon baking soda
• Juice of one lemon
• Cling wrap

What You Have To Do

1. Mix the baking soda with the lemon juice to form a paste.

2. Apply this on the affected area, wrap in cling, and let it sit for 20-30 minutes.

3. Remove the wrap and wash with warm water.

How Often You Need To Do This

Apply this every day for quick removal of stretch marks.

Sugar Scrub

You Will Need

• 1 tablespoon raw sugar
• A few drops of almond oil
• A few drops of lemon juice

What You Have To Do

1. Mix all the ingredients to make a grainy scrub.

2. Massage this onto your skin for 8-10 minutes.

3. Wash with warm water and moisturize as usual.

How Often You Need To Do This

Use this scrub once or twice a day.

That’s it! We hope you find a way to reduce your stretch marks using some of the above products or DIYs. There is a way for every type of person here, whether you want to spend less or more or if you are someone who likes to go all natural. Let us know in the comments below as to what worked best for you, we would be happy to know! 🙂

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Caffeine isn’t just your morning energizer. It’s a precious addition to our kitchen shelves due to a number of reasons.
Let’s delve deep into a tall frothy mug of cappuccino and understand how caffeine can be good for our skin, hair, and health. Excited? Read on further to know about benefits of caffeine:

• The antioxidants contained in coffee can attack the free radicals that are responsible for causing premature skin aging.
• Coffee possesses anti-inflammatory properties that make it useful in reducing inflammation and redness in your skin.
• Its anti-inflammatory properties make it beneficial in reducing puffiness and inflammation associated with dark circles.
• Coffee stimulates not only your body and mind but also your hair roots.

Ready to start using some coffee for your skin and care?? Keep reading for the full step by step guide on how to make your very own DIY coffee scrub, oil, and mask.

(Also read: [TOP 6] USES OF VITAMIN E CAPSULES FOR SKIN, FACE & HAIR]

DIY Coffee Scrub, Oil & Mask

DIY coffee oil

Ok, some benefits of using the coffee oil are that it reduces stress, and anxiety, it increases your blood circulation in the body which promotes hair growth, it tightens the skin which reduces cellulite, wrinkles and dark circles. Lastly, it acts as a moisturizing oil that gives shine to both skin and hair.

What you need:

1. 4 tablespoons of coffee
2. 8 tablespoons of olive oil
3. Pan (to boil water)
4. Glass jar/cup
5. Wooden spoon
6. Muslin cloth
7. 1 Bowl
8. 1 Spoon
9. 1 Glass drop bottle
10. A funnel

Steps:

1. In a double boiler pan (water in the pan and a glass jar in between) add 4 tablespoons of coffee
2. Next, add 8 tablespoons of olive oil
3. Keep stirring and let it boil for 30 minutes
4. Strain the coffee using a muslin cloth into an empty bowl
5. With the help of a funnel add the oil into a glass drop bottle

DIY Hair removal scrub

If you want to remove any unwanted hair without having to shave you just need 3 simples ingredients.

What you need:

1. 1 tablespoon of coffee
2. 1 tablespoon of baking soda
3. 3 tablespoons of coconut oil
4. Bowl
5. Spoon

Steps:

1. In an empty bowl add 1 tablespoon of coffee
2. Next, add 1 tablespoon of baking soda
3. Finally, add 3 tablespoons of coconut oil
4. Mix everything together nicely
5. Apply the paste on the area you want, massage well for 2-3 minutes and wash it off.
6. Repeat this every 2 weeks

DIY coffee eye mask

This eye mask is especially for people who have a lot of dark circles and puffy eyes. Instead of drinking coffee put it on your eyes to look awake!

What you need: 

1. 1 teaspoon coffee
2. A pinch of black pepper
3. 1/4 teaspoon of coconut oil
4. 1/2 teaspoon of water
5. Bowl
6. Spoon

Steps:

1. In an empty bowl add 1 teaspoon of coffee
2. Next, add a pinch of black pepper
3. Add 1/4 teaspoon of coconut oil
4. Lastly, add 1/2 teaspoon of water
5. Mix well till it’s a smooth paste
6. Apply under your eye, leave it on for 5-10 minutes and wash it off

That’s about it!! You have yourself 3 perfectly amazing beauty products right at home using coffee as your main ingredient, plus it smells amazing! The scrub and mask hardly take a few minutes to put together and is super easy to think about giving it a shot, the oil on the other hand takes time but trust me when you have some time try it out it’s worth it! I would suggest to apply it on your face before going to sleep and wash it off in the morning, you will see some amazing results in a few days.

If you want to see a full tutorial on how I made the DIY coffee scrub, oil and mask then watch the full video below and please show it some love by liking the video and don’t forget to subscribe to our channel if you haven’t already so that you don’t miss out on anything:

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With just less than 5 months to go for the wedding, this means lots of wedding-related content coming up! Today since it’s the beginning of the whole planning process I’m going to show you how to make your very own Wedding Planner Binder. Just to clarify, I already have a planner on board who is helping me plan the wedding but I love stationery (you will see why below) and having everything in my hand to look at. This is the reason I created this binder, but of course, if you are planning a wedding completely on your own then this will be your savior. How to plan a wedding? That’s the big question! I think you need to start well in advance so that everything is not in a rush and take things one at a time. According to me, there are mainly 3 major things to decide when it comes to your wedding, the rest just follows: 1. The budget, 2. The venue and 3. The guest list.

At this moment all these three things are decided for me and trust me it’s a huge relief once it is. The whole concept of a Wedding planning binder is not so huge in India, but this is the reason why I am making one as I saw some demand and requests for it by Indian brides. Even if someone wants to make one when they go to buy/download some printables and checklists they are all according to a Christian Wedding. We all know how long the process of an Indian wedding is and the number of rituals and ceremonies that take place, that checklist just doesn’t work for us! This is the reason I made an Indian Wedding Planning Checklist from scratch along with section divider cover designs for you to download and use for your binder.

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How To Plan A Wedding: DIY Wedding Planning Binder

Putting this binder together was super easy and affordable too. All the different things required to put it together are available at any good stationary shop. The whole thing including the printouts only cost me around INR 1,000. If you want to know how I made it, follow the steps below and watch the video to see what mine looks like.

What you need:

1. A4 binder (of your color choice or printed)
2. Zipper pouch (for your pens, pencils etc.)
3. Sticky notes
4. Paper clips/tongs
5. Business card holder leaf
6. Transparent sheet protectors
7. Tab dividers
8. Calendar print out
9. White sheets
10. Free printables Indian wedding planning bundle (click the button below to download now)

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(If you are sticking to a budget also read: WEDDING DECOR ON BUDGET: DIY WEDDING SIGN UNDER ₹500)

It’s pretty straightforward once you have your binder all you need to do is just combine all your sheets, dividers and plastic leaves together. For my binder, I was only able to find a binder in one color (was looking for a printed one), so I choose a teal blue color and kept my accessories and sheets inside to a plum/burgundy color (love this combination)! As soon as you open it I stuck a zipper pouch on the backside of the cover so that I always have easy access to my pens and pencils. In the actual pocket of the binder, I put some sticky notes, divider stickers and some paper clips inside. After this, I kept my business cards right on top, because it’s used the most and right after is the calendar from the date I have started planning until the wedding. The sections after this are all your choice according to priority, to see mine watch the full video below.

I hope this will help all the Indian brides out there, who never find the right checklist for their wedding and for those organized stationary lover girls who just can’t wait to put this together now. Don’t forget to download the free printables I put together and all the best at planning your wedding, or even if you have a planner to stay organized!

Check out the full video as I go through my binder and how I plan to stay organised:

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The trend for taking photos of yourself while working out in the gym has become huge which means you need to look good when you do so. I work out in the morning and personally, I am someone who is completely against wearing makeup in the gym. It is the one time during the day when your skin is absolutely natural, it’s the time your skin gets to breathe, you sweat during your workout and your pores open up as well. If there is a layer of makeup during this time then all this gets blocked. However, for those of you who do put makeup on while working out, we have some tips for you to keep in mind on how to do makeup for the gym.

Your #gymselfie may create a spur on the social media you have nothing to worry about because we are here to guide you with ‘How to do Makeup for Gym’.

Keep it Minimal

The golden rule for how to do makeup for the gym makeup is to avoid epic breakouts by keeping it light and letting your skin breath. Wearing heavy foundation will clog pores and just come off on towels (I know, eww). Avoid any greasy or oily products because remember you want to look dewy, not sweaty!

Before we get onto the steps you should follow in order to create the perfect gym makeup look, I want to remind you of the brand that creates athleisure makeup. Read more about this cool beauty brand here.

How To Do Makeup For The Gym: 5 Steps

Waterproof Mascara

You might have noticed a huge difference when you put on a pair of eyelashes, obviously we don’t want you to wear them to the gym but you can do the small step of applying mascara. Working out often makes your eyes look droopy. Applying mascara will give you a lively appearance and you will always look bright-eyed.

OUR RECOMMENDATIONS

Say no to Liquid Foundation

Foundation just melts away with your sweat and clogs pores. Instead of liquid foundation, you should look for makeup that provides enough coverage, is very light and breathable. A good mineral powder can conceal serious discoloration and will also stay in place throughout a sweaty workout. Having SPF in it is also an added bonus if you are working out outdoors.

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Spot Correction

Many people face the problem of confidence and a lot of it comes while working out as well. In order to make themselves feel confident they apply makeup. People who have scars face this problem the most and for them, it is super important to cover it up well. You need to find a waterproof concealer to help cover the spots.

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Tinted Lip balm for a perfect pout

If you are going to be taking pictures you might be pouting as well and you want those lips to look perfect. Lips can often go pale and dry when you are working out. To avoid this look, it’s a great idea to apply some tinted lip balm on your lips while you work out, this will compliment your scaled down makeup as well. You should strive for color; you don’t want anything shiny or fake looking.

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Use Products that help with Shine

Want to quickly refresh your makeup, without having to re-do it all? Blotting papers will come to your rescue. Pat them on your nose, forehead, chin or any other area that needs a little extra help. It does not ruin your makeup and is a quick fix to make your skin look flawlessly matte. Blotting sheets can help you look dewy (not sweaty) after an intense workout or hot yoga.

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Go work out! Even though I don’t do it, don’t worry it’s not a crime to want to feel good at the gym, and for most of us, that means putting makeup on. Don’t over-do it with makeup though! You don’t want to be that girl that looks like she’s headed to the bar; go light. There you have it! Everything you need to know to look good and feel confident before hitting your next workout session.

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Tissues, please! The world’s most eligible bachelor is soon to be married and there was a time when we thought the Ginger Prince may never settle down. Prince Harry, 33, will tie the knot with Suits actress Meghan Markle, 36, on May 19, 2018. With just 2 days to go for the royal wedding lets go through Prince Harry’s girlfriend list and see who has been invited from them.

A Look Back At Prince Harry’s Dating History

When did Prince Harry start dating Meghan Markle?

Prince Harry, the fifth-in-line to the throne started dating Meghan Markle, the American actress who is best known for her role as Rachel Zane from Suits in October 2016.

Apparently, they have invited two of Prince Harry’s exes to their wedding, great confidence by Meghan Markle. Some brides would be intimidated by having the groom’s former girlfriends at their wedding, but Meghan is not worried about it.

Camila Romestrand

After his breakup with Chelsy Davy, he briefly dated Norwegian singer Camila Romestrand. According to the media, she revealed that she had stayed over at the royal residence Clarence house and was even served breakfast in bed by Harry, oh my! This was never confirmed by Prince Harry.

Florence Brudenell

According to reports, Prince Harry and actress/model Florence Brudenell dated in 2011. She lived in Notting Hill and they apparently spent time together at her house in order to keep their dating on the low and as a secret. They ended things when Prince Harry started his helicopter training with the Army Air Corps.

Cressida Bonas

Princess Eugenie introduced Prince Harry to actress Cressida Bonas and they dated from 2012 to 2014. This was his second longest relationship after Chelsy Davy and it ended because once again for the same reason. Cressida couldn’t stand the public srutiny of being with Harry.

A friend of the couple revealed in 2014: “It’s very sad that they have decided to split but this is a completely amicable separation and they are remaining the very best of friends.”

Mollie King

Things worked the other way around in this relationship. The English singer and member of girl group the Saturdays admitted to dating Prince Harry briefly. Harry was the one who reportedly cooled things off with her after she was too open about their relationship with the public.

Ellie Goulding

We can’t wait to see the pictures of their royal wedding! 🙂

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How to lose belly fat fast? Ever cross your mind? Many of us might have had some resolutions at the beginning of the year, and we are sure losing weight was one of them. Now as we come to the middle of the year and the fact that its summer, it’s a thought that might have come up again. If you are really serious about it and are someone who can’t work out every single morning (though that’s an added bonus) then you need to focus on your diet and let the food do its magic. There are certain types of foods that really help in quick weight loss and some of them you might have never thought of. This post will help you understand how to lose belly fat fast by eating some of these items that will keep you fuller, all while working their nutrient-powered magic.

How To Lose Belly Fat Fast – [25 Best Fat Burning Foods]

Obviously, no single food will automatically lose the fat on your belly since fat loss only happens when you burn more calories than you ingest. But if you start to exercise a little here and there and follow a proper diet, it will help you lose the fat. Stop all your bad habits and incorporate these healthy foods into your diet to overcome your waist to your desired size.

Fermented Foods

Years ago when people did not have the luxury of freezers and canned good, fermented foods were there to help preserve vegetables and keep them edible for longer. Fermented foods include miso, tempeh, and sauerkraut, yogurt etc and they all contain probiotics, a.k.a. friendly bacteria that help boost immunity, regulate gut function and banish bloat. So basically fermentation is not only good for preserving food, it has been found to be healthy for your overall health especially your gut health. 

The best-fermented food to have: Kimchi – This is an Asian vegetarian dish that is made by fermenting a blend of cabbage, radishes, and scallions with a seasoned paste of red pepper, salted shrimp, or kelp powder. Certain strains found in kimchi also helps you stay slim. 

  Oats 

Like many foods on this list, probiotics introduce useful bacteria to your system, but there is also something called prebiotics. These are found in oats that feed the good bacteria that already live there. Carbohydrates are not exactly your enemy it’s white carbs such as bread, rice, and pasta that it. Whole grains such as oats are considered to be a good way on how to lose belly fat fast. Having three or more daily servings of oats can be great for your waistline. The whole grains absorb the water in your body making you feel more full and they are also very high in soluble fiber which helps to keep you satisfied for a good amount of time. 

Tip: Add a spoonful of peanut butter to your oats for an extra boost to losing your belly fat. 

 Nuts

Go nuts about nuts! If you need to snack on something every few hours or doing office breaks the best type of foods you can snack on are nuts. They are rich in monounsaturated fats and you will see yourself with a lower abdominal fat once you start snacking on them. You can have almonds, peanuts, walnuts, pistachios and so many more but almonds are probably the best out of the lot. There have been studies that show that having 1/4 cup almond for 5 months led to 62% reduction in weight. 

Tip: If you workout every day have some almonds before it, the amino acid L-arginine can help you burn more fat and carbs. 

Berries

Berries are delicious and healthy which makes it the perfect combination. They are completely packed with fiber and antioxidants but contain less sugar than other fruits.  Berries are packed with polyphenol antioxidants that will help burn fat—and prevent it from forming—as well as boost your workout benefits by improving blood flow to your muscles. A sweet for you to enjoy without the worry of it adding to your belly or weight. 

 Plant Oils

Two of the most popular oil-based oils are olive oil and coconut oil. They make you feel full and help you slim down as well, of course, this doesn’t mean you start having foods that are deep-fried in oils, fried snacks are always linked to weight gain. You might be surprised that oil is part of that list, even though it contains fat, it actually has a type of healthy fat in it that has been found to decrease levels of fat-storing inflammation. 

Coconut oil It’s a dietary miracle: A fat that makes you skinny. You will see yourself with smaller waistlines surprising by having two tablespoons of coconut oil daily. Basically, instead of being stored as fat it is burned as energy which has been shown to lose belly fat. 

Greek Yogurt

Greek yogurt mainly helps you build muscle and includes a punch of vitamin D and calcium, which turn off cortisol. This is a streetwear hormone that causes the body to hand on to belly fat. The best time to have it is after your workout and a great way to have it is as a smoothie.

Eggs

Eggs have proven to be linked to weight loss especially when you have a high-protein breakfast which reduces your belly fat. The best combination would be to pair it up will whole grain bread. It doesn’t really matter how you have it, sunny side up, scrambled, hard-boiled, omelet, as they will all help get rid of your belly fat. It reduces because eggs are one of the best sources of choline, a major fat-burning nutrient that helps turn off the genes in your body that are responsible for belly-fat storage.

Beans And Lentils  

Pulses- completely filled with finer and plant-based protein, plus minerals and B-vitamins. There are so many ways to have them in and now the dry edible seeds of beans and lentil are also available. Overall, pulses reduce bloat by aiding your nervous and muscular systems, helping you build lean body mass.

Fish

If you eat fish there’s really no other healthy protein like it. Salmon, tuna, and sardines are the best types of fish to eat, they are filled with omega-3s and lean protein. This will help keep you full and curb cravings.  The basic concept of fat-burning is pretty simple that protein builds muscle and muscle means more fat burning. 

       Whole Grains

A diet rich in whole grains may help fight your belly bulge while lowering the risk of heart disease. Some whole wheat options include Whole oats/oatmeal, Popcorn, Brown rice, Whole Rye, Whole-grain barley, Wild rice Buckwheat, Triticale Bulgur, Millet, and Quinoa.

Leafy Greens

Eat to beat belly fat believe it or not green leafy vegetable group contains a high level of vitamins A and C, which cut down on stress hormones in the body that can store belly fat. In addition, green leafy veggies are a fantastic source of folic acid which fight over fat and gives toned belly.

Tip: Spinach is ideal for a losing belly fat and even decrease risk for heart disease and certain types of cancer.

Avocados

Good news for lovers of this fruit (yes, it’s a fruit!). Avocado is actually a single-seeded berry native to Mexico. It has been proven that avocado helps lower cholesterol, curbs your cravings and reduce belly fat. It is undoubtedly one of the best kinds of foods to have if you want to lose weight and especially your belly fat. 

Bananas

Surprisingly but yes banana helps you to lose stubborn belly fat. Bananas are filled with potassium and magnesium, this helps build muscle that will, in turn, burn fat. Snack on one a day with a tablespoon of nut butter, or slice it into your morning cereal. You could even try making a simple banana shake with yogurt, milk, bananas, and ice for a healthy and cold treat.

Asparagus

As a prebiotic-filled veggie, asparagus is a great addition to soups, pasta, and omelets, or served as a side dish. For extra bloat-beating benefits, try pairing asparagus sticks with hummus. The best way to cook asparagus is by steaming or grilling it as part of a low-calorie meal.

Citrus Fruits

If your daily diet includes citrus fruits  –  orange, tangerines, lemons, grapefruits or lime, you can lose a few pounds without holding any particular diet. Potassium in citrus helps combat bloat while the antioxidants fight inflammation, which is associated with belly fat storage. It’s very important to drink water and stay hydrated if you want to lose weight, why not add some citrus to your water and sip on it all day long for an added effect. 

Allium

We already know that garlic, onion, leeks, scallions, and shallots add lots of flavors, but they also provide tons of prebiotic fiber. Try and add them to all your savory dishes in any way possible and see the difference. 

Tip: If you want to know how to lose belly fat fast try chewing on a few garlic cloves and drink some lemonade over it. Drink this first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. 

Orange Veggies

Orange veggies will make all of us think of Halloween all the time! To name a few: sweet potatoes, butternut squash, and pumpkin.  Their mineral-rich and fiber-full properties make them bloat-beating all-stars and overcome the blunder of belly fat. Having pumpkins may boost up your mood, it keeps your heart healthy and makes you look younger, who doesn’t want that? 

Herbs and Spices

Add some flavor to your food with herbs and spices whenever you can. Herbs and spices scientifically proved to help you to lose belly fat and the best way to add flavor to food with no extra calories, sugar, or sodium. Turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne, cumin, ginger, garlic, black pepper, cardamom, dandelions are the very best herbs and spices to lose belly fat and basically improve your overall health.

Tip: If you are ever really hunger, take a little piece of plain chicken and season it with rosemary, paprika, sea salt, and ground pepper and shut the hunger of food craving.

Cinnamon

Kick start your morning—and your metabolism—with this warming spice. Do not eat 1 bowl of oatmeal or muesli without adding cinnamon to it, trust us! Studies have shown that cinnamon has a positive effect on your blood sugar level and a great source of fiber and calcium which are highly effort to lose weight and build muscles.

Tip: Add a cinnamon stick to your bottle of water that you sip on during the day.

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Cayenne Pepper

It’s time to burn your mouth in order to lose some weight! Studies have indicated that cayenne pepper (also known as chili pepper, red pepper, or paprika)has an ability to boost metabolism to burn off fat and also help in reducing your appetite. It is recommended to get about 20-30 grams a day for maximum benefits, of my!

White Tea

White Tea is for all those who want to lose an extra layer of fat. It is known to be one of the most delicate tea varieties because it is so minimally processed. White tea is harvested before the tea plant’s leaves open fully when the young buds are still covered by fine white hairs, hence the name “white” tea.

      Dark Chocolate

If you are on a diet and have been told not to eat chocolate, we have some good news for you. You cna have dark chocolate! We know not everyone has the taste for dark chocolate, for the ones that do this is the best thing for you. Dark chocolate has benefits such as helping with belly weight loss, stabilizing blood sugar, controlling appetite and reducing cravings. It also tends to improve your mood, curbing your desire to consume comfort foods. We suggest sticking to chocolate that contains at least 70% of cacao.

Tip: If you craving a sweet dessert the best option is for you to have a dark chocolate smoothie, it’s healthy, tasty and will burn out belly fat. 

Quinoa

Quinoa is a complete protein, meaning that it contains the complete chain of amino acids that are necessary for muscle-building and fat loss. Quinoa is also high in iron and vitamin B12. The protein and fiber found in quinoa can make you feel fuller, which will make you less likely to binge on unhealthy food.

Tip: For a low-calorie meal you can combine quinoa with a salad or add vegetables and beans. 

Black Rice

Known as “forbidden rice”! Black rice may be the cheapest source of antioxidants around, it has more antioxidants than a spoonful of blueberries, with more satiating fiber, more vitamin E, and less sugar. This helps to keep you feeling full and prevents overeating between meals. 

Peanut Butter

Finally, the last food to start including in your diet to help lose belly fat is naturally is peanut butter. Many people who are on a diet think they can’t have it because of the calories and fat. However, research has shown that just a small amount of it can keep you full and satisfied keeping you away from junk food and overeating. It is considered a healthy fat, so snack away on this with a toast, or some fruits whenever you are hungry. 

If the thought of how to lose belly fat fast every came to your mind, just start with the basics. Start incorporating these foods into your diet and see the difference. Also, don’t forget the most important thing despite everything on this list is to always drink enough water, always stay hydrated!

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It’s the time to shine during summer as the days become longer and the months become warmer, and we are here with the ultimate guide to Spring 2018. Forget the rules, if you like, wear it!  

10 Spring/Summer Fashion Trends 2018 You Need To Know

Sequins

Be ready to see a whole lot of shimmer around you this season as sequins ruled the runway for spring/summer 18′. Sequins are not only going to be for your night looks but also causal day ones as well. Sequins will make it easy to make your day look turn into night ones and be ready for a party with a quick touch up. They have come back in many different ways, from shoes, dresses, trousers, blazers, and accessories. Don’t be afraid to sparkle and shine and everyone needs that one amazing piece of sparkle in their wardrobe too, so now is the time!

Pastel Colours

Love love love!! Our favorite of them all and something we never want to say bye to. If you don’t own any trust us, you need these beautiful colors in your wardrobe, not just for this season but forever. Soft tones are a classic during spring and are completely timeless as well. This spring look out for beautiful colors such as lemon, mint, pale pink and dusty blue. From all types of looks such as classy, edgy to sporty, pastel colors can be combined with any kind of outfit and can be worn according to one’s personal style. Pastels however without a doubt will always look the best with the perfect cream color and will always give off a feminine and soft look. In the list of fashion trends 2018, pastels are hands down our favorite. 

Sheer

It’s not time to say bye to those naked dresses yet, it’s time to layer up with them. Almost every designer this season found a way to highlight layering, so it quickly became a key part of the spring fashion trends 2018 list. The colors these dresses are coming in now are not just basic blacks and whites but some fun bright colors as well, especially contrasting the two while layering. The concept of layering with sheer dresses will definitely make many more people try this trend as before some of them just looked a little shabby wearing it like a naked dress. Whether you choose to style sheer under or over your dark wardrobe staples, this trend is a must-have.

(Read more: THE BEST NAKED DRESS TREND LOOKS OF ALL TIME)

Fringes

Fring is something that reminds us of festival fashion and usually, we picture them on accessories such as bags, shoes, and jewelry. However, fringe is back and more over-the-top than ever! In all sorts of colors, lengths, and placements, it’s taking over like a storm. For those who want to try this trend, you can already find them on bags, skirts, tops, dresses etc. They come in several different styles which is why it’s a flexible trend as you can wear the trend as per your own style this spring. But get out there and try it out! 

         Ruffles   

Nothing can make you feel more feminine than some ruffles around your outfit.It adds softness to tailoring, a movement to minimalist offerings, and always, always a sense of charm and drama, which is essential to survive the spring. If your not one to go all out with ruffles, the best look for you would be a lightly ruffled top with some jeans. Ruffles before were just accents but designers have taken it to the next level by making the entire dressed out of ruffles.  

Bold Colors

The best time to wear some color and combat the winter blues. This spring bold colors head to toe are super trendy. Remember the original 8 pack of Crayons? The idea is to choose one of these bold colors and rock it. We recommend just wearing one of these colors at a time and pairing it with some neutrals. The colors we have our eyes on right now are red, green and yellow. This spring 2018 trend is lifting our spirits, think of them as bold, bright, paintbox colors. We have seen both the designers and high street styles going all out with these statement shades. 

Plaids And Checks

We all know how fast fashion trends in the industry change so quickly, but there are always a few that last longer than others and a few that never go away. This year it’s the plaid trend, it was all over the 2017 fall runway and also all over the ss 18 runway. From mini-skirts to pants, oversized scarves to statement coats, the timeless print is on fire this season and there are no signs of it slowing down.

Whether you’re drawn to ’90s grunge, traditional Scottish tartans, or unapologetically bright colors, designers have blurred the lines of past plaid fads so that when it comes to checks, almost anything goes. In fact, no matter what your style, plaid can be the perfect print to help you pull your entire outfit together.

Track Pants

We talked about summer clothes being comfortable in the beginning and this just takes the literal meaning out of it. This spring, track pants are considered high-fashion! We have already spotted several celebrities and big names in the fashion industry rocking this trend at several events and the streets as well. The track pants we are talking about are super stylish and comfy, and there are so many wears to wear them as well. You can opt for the sporty look and be inspired by celebrities such as Kendall Jenner or Bella Hadid. It reminds us of the time Gwen Stefani used to wear them in 1990’s.  

Our advice would be to style it with a high ponytail, sexy sunglasses, and rich jewelry. We have already established that summer clothes are comfortable now just imagine how you will feel when you spend them in track pants.

Fanny Packs

Nothing has ever looked cooler than fanny bags, they change the entire appearance of your look and all eyes go straight to it. In the list of fashion trends 2018 there had to be a major bag trend and this is pretty much the only one you need to know and nail. From ultra-nineties nylon iterations to tiny belt bags, the fanny pack took over the Spring 2018 runways in endless shapes and forms. Instead of securing the bag around your waist, turn it into a crossbody by tossing it across your chest. You might have noticed several celebrities already doing this. Stars like Bella Hadid, Kendall Jenner, and Rihanna have been transforming fanny packs into crossbody bags lately. It’s not a sporty look, it’s versatile and simple! It will keep your hands free all day long.

 Headbands

The accessory of the season? Headbands! They are the trick to accessorize your outfits and of course our heads. Headbands, another trend that is coming back straight from the 90s. The rule for wearing headbands this season is simple: the bigger, the flashier, the better. So, don’t be afraid to try some golden, sparkling and embellished ones!

Head over to www.posherry.com to kick-start your summer shopping with all the latest fashion trends 2018!

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