Lifestyle of a Fashionista

1/24/24 Volume 3 Issue 4

Five on Friday

January 24, 2024

“Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it is time for home.” Edith Sitwell

One: Dealing with Winter Blues

I’m not talking about your denim collection; I’m talking about those depressing thoughts and feelings that pop up during winter. If you live in certain parts of the US, you might be dealing with grey skies, days of rain or snow, and early sunsets. This type of weather can be depressing.

Read about how to deal with the winter months: https://lifestyleofafashionista.com/2024/01/26/dealing-with-the-winter-blues/

Two: What to Watch

Netflix:

Read: January new releases from Tulum and from Vulture.

Griselda (drama series), Griselda is inspired by the life of the savvy and ambitious Griselda Blanco, who created one of the most profitable cartels in history. In 1970s and ’80s Miami, Blanco’s lethal blend of unsuspected savagery and charm helped her expertly navigate business and family, leading her to become widely known as “the Godmother.”

Queer Eye (season 8), The Fab Five return to the city of New Orleans to jazz up the lives of their heroes — one emotional makeover at a time. 

Max (HBO):

January 2024 from Vulture

Lil Nas X: Long Live Montero (film), “Long Live Montero” follows rapper, singer and songwriter, Lil Nas X, as he embarks on his first ever tour. An intimate portrait of an artist navigating identity, family, expectations and acceptance.

Hulu:

New on Hulu: January 2024 from Vulture.

Chrissy and Dave Dine Out (reality series), Chrissy Teigen and David Chang are joined by Joel Kim Booster as they host a loose, unexpected and entertaining dinner parties around Los Angeles that include delicious food, great conversation and celebrity guests.

History’s Greatest Heists with Pierce Brosnan (series), Uncovering the meticulous planning, daring execution and shocking aftermath behind some of the most elaborate real-life heists in history.

Disney+:

New on Disney+: January 2024 from Vulture.

A Real Bug’s Life (series), Adventuring into nine different micro bug worlds around the globe, where the forces of nature play out on a miniature scale and where tiny creatures rely on powers and extraordinary alliances to make it through each day.

Amazon Prime:

New on Amazon Prime Video: January 2024 from Vulture.

Expats (six episode limited series), “based on Janice Y. K. Lee’s novel The Expatriates, Wang directs Nicole Kidman as Margaret, an American woman in 2014 Hong Kong with her husband (Brian Tee) who experiences a familial tragedy. Sarayu Blue and Ji-young Yoo also play American women in Hong Kong whose lives are entangled with Margaret’s and each must explore their ownselves after that tragedy.”

Kevin James: Irregardless (standup)

Peacock:

New on Peacock: January 2024 from Vulture.

In the Know (animated series), Lauren Caspian is the third most popular host on National Public Radio. He’s a well-meaning, hypocritical nimrod — and he’s also a stop-motion puppet.

Apple TV+:

New on Apple TV from Digital Trends

Masters of the Air (series, episodes released weekly), During World War II, airmen risk their lives with the 100th Bomb Group, a brotherhood forged by courage, loss and triumph.

Paramount+:

New On Paramount+

In Theaters:

Miller’s Girl (thriller/comedy), A creative writing assignment yields complex results between a teacher and his talented student.

Godzilla Minus One (action/sci-fi), Japan is already devastated by the war when a new crisis emerges in the form of a giant monster.

Fighter (action), Shamsher Pathania fulfills his lifelong dream and becomes a member of the Indian air force. As he faces rigorous challenges, Patty must rise above his own limitations to become a true hero.

Three: What to Wear

A Down Jacket:

Do you have a quality down jacket to keep you warm that isn’t too bulky?

From People, The 12 Best Down Jackets for Men and Women of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

Four: What to Try

A calming bedtime routine and a comfortable bed:

Lack of quality sleep can affect your mood. Try some calming bedtime habits.

From Homes & Gardens, How to nail your bedtime routine to get the best night’s sleep (according to a sleep doctor)

A bedtime beverage: From The New York Times, Can This Viral Bedtime ‘Mocktail’ Actually Help You Fall Asleep?

New bedding: From Good Housekeeping, The Best Sheets, According to Bedding Experts

Five: What to Do

Treat hat head:

From InStyle, 8 Easy Ways to Prevent Hat Hair This Winter

Clean up your makeup:

From Refinery 29, I Still Use My Old Makeup — Here’s Why It’s Okay (Sometimes)

Stay hydrated:

It’s important to stay hydrated even in the winter months.

From MGH, The Importance of Winter Hydration

From The New York Times, How Much Water Do I Need to Drink?

To buy or not to buy? The Stanley Cup:

I have been buying reusable water bottles for many years now. I like to carry water everywhere I go, and I don’t like using single-use plastic bottles. I usually enjoy trendy items but have yet to try a Stanley Tumbler—one reason – the straw. I’m not a fan of water bottles with straws; too hard to clean. I was also concerned with spillage because of my clumsiness.

My concerns were valid. Read these articles and reviews about the Stanley Cup, and buy one if you have no concerns after reading and want to carry a trendy cup.

From The New York Times, Sorry, but Stanley Tumblers Leak Too Much. These 4 Dupes Are Superior.

From PopSugar, Do Straws Cause Wrinkles? Experts Weigh In

One BuzzFeed writer tried three different cups, including the Stanley Tumbler. Read more before you spend your money, Stanley Tumblers Are In For 2024, So I Tested It And Compared It To Two Other Viral Water Bottle Brands

Have you heard about the Stanley cup craze? Read more in BuzzFeed, Here’s Why Everyone Is Freaking Out Over Stanley Tumblers Right Now

From The Atlantic, It’s Just a Water Bottle