What is Greenwashing?

[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]I[/eltd_dropcaps]’m sure by now, everyone connected to the internet is familiar with the term “fast fashion” and its detrimental impact on the planet. I’m here to tell you that it’s not your fault, but the fault of millionaire fashion companies that successfully brainwash us. The fast fashion industry is a mind-game, advertisement is more convincing than ever and as a society, we have the largest sum of disposable income than ever before.

eBay and Amazon launched the e-commerce industry back in 1995, when the entire online shopping market was valued at only $131 million. The Fashion and Apparel Industry Report estimated worldwide e-commerce revenue to reach $712.9 billion by 2022. We are living in an age where social media can make us feel so irrelevant for something as normal as repeating an outfit. 

How to Help your Immune System

[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]S[/eltd_dropcaps]ince the lives we once knew came to a sudden standstill, health has become our overriding concern. As the cogs of the country begin to turn, and the once derelict streets show glimmers of life, an underlying uncertainty remains. We are stepping out into a very different world to the one we left behind. So, how do we really stay safe? 

As well as keeping your distance, of course, the very best thing you can do is look after your immune system. This is your very own internal army, which needs strength to protect you from harm.   

Designer Bags VS Highstreet Dupes

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]W[/eltd_dropcaps]e’d all love to get our hands on a designer bag but let’s be honest, they’re not affordable. Most of us would even struggle to buy every single one on our list. In an ideal rich girl world, I for one would be in a lot of debt but would have the most fabulous […]

Pampering and Self-Care in Lockdown

[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]E[/eltd_dropcaps]very day is starting to feel the same, right?  Why not take this time to look after ourselves; It’s a break from life, something that many of us will never get again. 

Let’s switch our mindsets from feeling fed up to appreciating this time, learning to be grateful for our safety and our health. I know it’s a challenging time, but seeing the positives will change your mindset for the day. Without our hairdressers or beauticians, we are all starting to feel the withdrawal symptoms… But hang on in there! Don’t get out the box dye or the wax strips, instead, let’s embrace these roots and fluffy brows! Some self-love and acceptance is something you usually might not get the time for. 

How To Get Into Reading

[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]I[/eltd_dropcaps]t comes as a massive shock to most people; friends, family and strangers, that I can read a book in a week and average about 25 a year, but to me not having a book on the go seems too strange to imagine because I’ve been reading for as long as I can remember. 

But then again, it isn’t for everyone. For me sure, it’s easy because I can’t stand reality TV, soaps or adverts every 15 minutes, so watching on-demand or Netflix and Amazon Prime tend to limit how often I actually sit down in front of the tv. This is why I always have a book on my bedside table and an ever-growing ‘to read’ pile congregating around my bedroom. 

5 Luxury Lipsticks You Should Try for World Kissing Day

[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]B[/eltd_dropcaps]y the time you read this, lockdown rules should have somewhat been relaxed and you’ll be able to kiss that special someone again. And if there is no special someone, that’s absolutely okay too. However, if kissing is off the cards for a little longer, these lipsticks are guaranteed to up your selfie game!  

At Cohorted, throughout quarantine, we’ve been shortlisting our top five luxury lipsticks to try this World Kissing Day. Best of all, they look great on all skin tones.  

6 Life Lessons For Those Who Overthink Everything

Whenever I’m feeling a bit burnt out or overwhelmed, the fear inevitably starts to set in and I swiftly begin to fall down the worry well. If you’re a chronic overthinker like me, you will know first hand how much of a vicious cycle it can be, how it can leave you feeling anxious and full of dread. I’ve found myself getting lost in my own thoughts again recently and it made me realise just how difficult it can be to break the cycle. But, I’ve started doing a few things recently that have helped me to feel a little more at ease when that all too familiar feeling starts to take hold. So today’s post is all about 6 life lessons for those who overthink everything.

The Benefits of Meditation

[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]M[/eltd_dropcaps]editation is something that is becoming increasingly popular as we make our way through isolation. It is widely practised across the world and is being recognised for its benefits on your mental wellbeing. A lot more people are introducing this amazing practice into their everyday lives and swear by meditation when tackling their anxiety. 

The Cult Edit: July Favourites

[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]T[/eltd_dropcaps]his month as Summer creeps up on us (when the sunshine wants to stay that is), we bring you our Summer Essentials that keep us going in the sunshine. 

Whether you’re looking for some fashion inspiration for the upcoming months, skincare recommendations or some accessories and makeup to get yourself summer ready, then our Summer Essentials Cult Edit is for you! You can also read our ‘Top Beauty Trends to Look Out For in 2020’ article HERE to give you some more inspiration!

Plastic Free July: Be Part of the Solution

[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]J[/eltd_dropcaps]uly is Plastic-Free Month and with the current pandemic causing the use of single-use plastics to skyrocket again, the timing couldn’t be better.  

Like most people, I’m increasingly anxious about plastic consumption – both on a global level and on a personal level. Going plastic-free is one of the most effective ways to contribute positively to our planet. I know my habits were selfish, lazy, and unsustainable – but going all-in seems a bit like jumping into the deep end, and to be honest, is so far outside of my comfort zone that it seems equally unsustainable.  

So, for Plastic Free Month this July, here are five steps you can take to reduce my plastic consumption and make my life more green: