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Comfy Clothes Day for a Romance Author

7/14/2018

 
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You know those days where you want to withdraw from the hectic world outside and retreat to the peace of your own space? It's a day that calls for comfy clothes. Soft textures and loose fitting with nothing to grab or squeeze you are needed. On those days that I plan to think about writing and intermittently potter at home, I reach for my track pants. But I stop before I throw on a great big oversize sweater. There are alternatives that keep me feeling smart, yes even in track-pants.
Why should I feel like I don't want to answer the door because of the way I look on these comfy outfit days? I still want to look put together. I won't do a full face of makeup, at the most, I might add a little lip-gloss and a single coat of mascara to the upper lashes. But not necessarily. I've done nothing with my hair in this photo just ran my fingers through it and I have no makeup on. Natural is beautiful also and I often go a for a week without touching my makeup bag.  But I do like jewelry, its shiny and adds a touch of whimsy that I find very appealing. Anything that makes me smile on a day where I want to feel cosy and comforted is allowed.
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A quick note. This blog isn't sponsored in anyway, I'm just sharing some of the things I've purchased on a tiny budget that give me pleasure. Links in photos are provided for your interest only.
I like to color coordinate what I team the comfy pants with. I have a very long striped pink grey and blue T shirt that is oversize. It's actually a nightie but the grey stripes match my pants and the pink matches a cardigan I bought recently at Kmart Australia.

The cardigan is blush pink and is so soft and not in the least bit bulky. It matches some pretty  rose gold and blush pink earrings I also purchased. At $4 they were a steal. I also bought a necklace and bracelets in the rose gold for around the same price. I've worn them a lot this season. I'm loving the blush pink colors and little Eiffel tower on the bracelet because they appeal to my romantic nature.

Taking a cosy comfort day is one way I accept the need to slow down and take a break. It's a gift of comfort to myself and it creates a window of time to do things that I don't normally have time to do. Like make a big pot of vegetable soup and scones for lunch or go through my craft cupboard and give that a refresh. Writing wise I might leave editing for another day and instead, cut out inspirational pictures from magazines or brainstorm ideas for a new book.

I hope you enjoyed what inspires me to relax and live life at a  slower pace, at least for a day and feel good about doing it. 
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7/14/2018 12:31:11 pm

Enjoyed this post, Dora. I love my comfy home days more than anything, but lately I've been feeling dowdy and a bit down when I look in the mirror, so this is a great reminder that comfy doesn't have to mean sloppy and not put-together. I think jewelry is a perfect pick-me-up. I especially love your charm bracelet :)

Dora link
7/14/2018 01:16:36 pm

Hi Jen, I could never think of you as dowdy but I guess it's how you feel that matters. I hope my post helps you feel good on your cosy comfort days.


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    My whole life is inspired by romance. I write romance novels of course but also love  creating DIY's and decorating in a romantic style. I'm rejuvenating an old garden, including rescuing a couple of old rose bushes and planting new ones.
    ​I also cook tasty meals every day to share with my partner.
    Romance is hopeful and although no ones life runs smoothly all the time, I keep that focus as I fill my  life with  loving family, friends and of course my partner Sam.

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