Jumper & Skirt - Topshop
Boots - Asos
Bag - Versace
Boots - Asos
Bag - Versace
Being at home for the Christmas holidays not only has me enjoying a break from early starts (unfortunately not from essays though), but it's got me thinking. There are certain things I always do in December, certain things I've done every year that make me look forward to the break and keep me going throughout the longest, darkest days. I may not be the most festive, but I definitely have my little end-of-year celebrations! So I thought with today's outfit I'd share my top ten December must-dos - I'm ticking them off as we speak. Today's outfit is mostly remarkable because I haven't been forced to wear a coat, since it's actually quite a balmy winter especially down in Somerset! I got away with my current favourite jumper (kudos, Topshop) and this print skirt, along with only one pair of tights - I'm dreading January back in Birmingham... I loved feeling a little brighter and a little less weighed down today, and I'm sure this combination will reappear.. Anyway, here is an abbreviated version of my December to-do list..
Being at home for the Christmas holidays
not only has me enjoying a break from early starts (unfortunately not
from essays though), but it's got me thinking. There are certain things I
always do in December, certain things I've done every year that make me
look forward to the break and keep me going throughout the longest,
darkest days. I may not be the most festive, but I definitely have my
little end-of-year celebrations! So I thought with today's outfit I'd
share my top ten December must-dos - I'm ticking them off as we speak.
Today's outfit is mostly remarkable because I haven't been forced to
wear a coat, since it's actually quite a balmy winter especially down in
Somerset! I got away with my current favourite jumper (kudos, Topshop)
and this print skirt, along with only one pair of tights - I'm dreading
January back in Birmingham... I loved feeling a little brighter and a
little less weighed down today, and I'm sure this combination will
reappear.. Anyway, here is an abbreviated version of my December to-do
list..
Bake
One
of my Xmas traditions is baking mince pies with my mum, but whether you
make gingerbread, Xmas pudding or a Yule log, winter is the time to
fire up those ovens.
Wear a Christmas jumper
I
don't go in for those supremely tacky Primark specialties, but around
Christmas it's always time for a festive jumper (or socks, or a hat, or
leggings...)
Be with your family
Christmas
is the best excuse to get together - life is so busy that often family
get neglected, especially the non-immediate relatives, so spend a bit of
time with your family this season whether it's a full-on festive Xmas
day, or just a nice quiet visit.
Watch Christmas movies
There
are some films that have become my staple Xmas viewing (and can't be
watched any other time of year) - it's not Christmas unless I've watched
Elf, Love Actually, and The Muppets Christmas Carol!
Give presents
All
too often Xmas becomes about what you get, but I love to spend time
planning and purchasing my gifts to give because these holidays are all
about showing your loved ones how much you care.
Eat Xmas food
I'll
admit I'm getting annoyed that Christmas food appears in about
September, but I do love it - mince pies, stuffing, roast, selection
boxes, celebrations, lindt....
Go for a walk
When
I've got time I love going for a walk (probably because I live in the
countryside), especially if it has snowed, or I can take my film camera
out!
Have a fire
Another
tradition stemming probably from my childhood is that winter is always
associated with a log fire, and I love sitting beside mine in these
dark, bitter days.
Treat myself
Yes,
I've spent too much money on presents. Yes, I still have a few weeks
until loan day. Yes, I'm saving up for a year abroad. But honestly, it's
dark, cold, damp and grey - if a bit of shopping and a few splurges can
cheer me up then it's worth it! Recently I've treated myself in Lush
(and may do a review once I've road tested it all)!
Be thankful
Lastly,
it's always worth reflecting on all that is good and fortunate in your
life. Everyone has difficult times, but there is always something to
love about life (even just the little things), and I don't believe
anyone should take anything for granted. We're all lucky in one way or
another, and hey - we made it through another year!
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