The years end is imminent and with the curtain call looming, comes 365 days worth of reflection. In perhaps one of my most obvious understatements of the year, a lot has happened.
And not to seem crass or glib, it's important to note that this year has also been one of loss, tragedy, political upheaval and a sense of the true gravitas of the unknown. But in response, this year has also been one that has inspired a renewed sense of solidarity, a space for discussions to be had and most importantly to be learned from, enacted upon and used to encourage us all to be better and do better.
We might not know if/how Brexit will play out, or whether Posh will make a surprise reunion, but I can tell you the ending to an as yet unmade movie, the colour of the season to come and how to handle that hangover you're most probably, definitely, undoubtably going to receive this Festive season, so read on...
Three is not the magic number
It's no secret that the proposed third Sex and the City movie was firmly squashed dead by Kim Cattrall's refusal to rejoin her costars. The who-ha exploded all over the internet, with theories of longtime feuds and allegations of bullying overshadowing excitement at the franchise's third instalment. With one quarter of the foursome out, the prospect of the film is no more. However, as I started to wonder what could have been, Vogue revealed the Big news.
Green with envy Fashion
2017 was the year of pink, specifically of the millennium shade. The purple of 2018 was moodier, reflexive of the tumultuous socioeconomic/ socio-polictal climate of now. And it would seem that 2019 is the year of green - renewal, growth and harmony; speaking of what is to hopefully be a year of betterment.
Fashion Gets a Giddy-Up
In 2018 the fashionable and the unfashionable became one and the same. Cycling shorts, bumbags, dad shoes, fleeces, matrix sunglasses, the list is ever expanding. The newest addition seemingly being the stirrup trousers. An 80s throwback embraced by the likes of 'Fashion Icon of the Year', Victoria Beckham. Whilst that little nugget of information may or may not inspire adoption of this trend, whatever your preference, the draft reducing possibilities are truly undeniable. Perhaps a Winter must-have after all?
To Snoop, Love Snoop, From Snoop
Snoop Dogg received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, but most importantly he made a speech that almost completely overshadowed this accolade. I vow to channel him at any and every public speaking opportunity and relinquish self-deprecation in favour of a pat on the back for work well done. #Stayhumble
AI Does Fashion
Technology as a means of innovative development in the fashion community has long been embraced. From the robotic sprayers at the 1999 Alexander McQueen Spring show, to today's downloadable sewing patterns, body scanners and 3D printers, technology is inextricably linked to fashion and its future. And now the prevalence of technology is seemingly at its apex with its attendance literally being sat front row at fashion week and rather aptly, it's named Sophia...
When you've got Nothing to Wear, Wear it All
Christmas is a time for excess; eating, drinking, being merry with family, friends and spreading love and good cheer to all. JLo took this seasonal excess literally, wearing the equivalent of ten dresses in one, to the premiere of her film, Second Act. It was a frothy concoction, that required a bus to transport her (& it) and that refused anything than the attention it so deserved. Potential office party inspo...
Car Crash Television
Carpool karaoke with Cardi B; it was always destined to be a hoot. Made even hootier by the fact that Cardi is driving. Watch on a Monday morning for much hilarity.
Hangover Season : Hang on in There
Inevitably, this time of year will involve a hangover or two and despite supposedly knowing better, with maturity these hangovers worsen exponentially. Read the who, what, whys and most importantly, the hows, as in how to survive and potentially thrive this hectically festive time of year.
Enjoy this festive time of year, reflect to grow not to mourn what wasn't, think only of what is to come. Be merry, be healthy and be present.
Enjoy this festive time of year, reflect to grow not to mourn what wasn't, think only of what is to come. Be merry, be healthy and be present.
H A P P Y N E W Y E A R!!
(Images via : theinsider.com, pinterest, harpersbazaar.com, AnOthermagazine, XXL Mag, Elle.com)
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