A Heavy Heart & Soggy Shoes - Your guide to beating the winter blues

It feels like just yesterday that we were donning bathing suits, and planning our summer escapes. I know I spent a healthy few months of summer laying in the sun, being a negligent blogger.  Now only a few weeks into fall, the clouds have rolled in.  I've been told it's official-they're here to stay.  Just because the rain is plentiful doesn't mean your anxiety over it has to be.  A few fall and winter must haves which will keep you looking and feeling fabulous:

Gumboots.  In this weather, they are an absolute MUST.  I am preferential to Hunter wellies, made from the same rubber found in car tires.  They're durable, and have already outlasted my bargain boots I've purchased in the past.  I'm all too willing to dive deep into my pockets for dry socks and toes.  If you prefer a more affordable option, Army & Navy has basic rubber boots for a fraction of the Hunter's price. 

 
Winter white.  Gone is the "no white after labour day" rule.  The right white, off-white, or cream can liven up the dullest of complexions.  Be it a knit, jacket, or trousers, keep the white in your wardrobe's rotation this season.

Taming the animal on your head.  Countless blog posts could be devoted to such a topic.  The humidity in our beautiful city can trigger many women and men to end up looking like frizzy unkempt versions of themselves for up to half the year!

"I love what this rain and humidity does to my hair" SAID NO ONE EVER.

If you're concerned about your head of hair rebelling while out in the rain-try the following:

• Flat Iron.  Instead of simply blow-dry styling your hair, run a ceramic flat iron over it also.  The ceramic iron and higher level of heat help lock in the style.
• Strong hold hair spray.  Although hair spray can be drying and damaging to hair, the right one can also protect your style from falling flat.
• Deep conditioning treatment / oil.  With the use of added products and harsh heat tools potentially damaging hair, it's important to take measures to keep hair as hydrated and as healthy as possible.  Use a treatment, leave in conditioner, or oil once a week if you notice your hair becoming dry or damaged.

As the weather changes, so does our skin.  Drinking plenty of water, getting enough sleep, and moisturizing are a few easy ways to tend to the largest organ we have.  If your skin needs some added pampering, try Vida Spas, with multiple locations to spoil you rotten.  If that's not an option, check out some of my DIY beauty tips.  With ingredients found around the house, you can give your skin the pick-me-up it needs to leave you rejuvenated and radiant.  

What are your fall and winter must haves?  Fuzzy slippers, Bailey's and hot chocolate, maybe a Snuggy?  I'll take all three ;) 

XO

T