Now that the warmer months are on the way, it is time to give your home and lifestyle some serious attention if you want to get your home and wardrobe ready for the summer. You may set yourself some goals or plans each and every year, but fail to meet them, so make sure that this year is different and you remain well on track to getting your home and health in tip top condition so that you can enjoy the warmer weather. Even if you are looking to make a few changes on a tight budget, you can still make a few small changes that will ensure you feel prepared and ready to enjoy the best that this summer has to offer.
If you are looking to make a few serious changes to either your home or lifestyle, such as your weight, then you may want to sit down and discuss these with your family or a professional first. Before embarking on any health and wellness plan, make sure that your overall fitness has a check-up to ensure that you are free from any more serious conditions. You may also be considering giving your home a summer makeover and completing some building work or a home extension. Be sure to sit down with your family and kids so that they understand just how long the work will take place, and show them the future plans so that they know why you want to update your home. Any building or home improvement work can be stressful while it is underway, so try to explain to your children that it will only be for a few months and you will soon be able to make the most of your new and improved home in time for the summer.
Home improvement
Home improvements need not cost the earth; in fact, there are a variety of ways that you can inject some summer style into your home, even if you are sticking to a strict budget. When it comes to summer decorating, make sure that you opt for accessories and furniture that bring the warmth and spice of summer in. Opt for warm summer colors and Moroccan or Mediterranean inspired tones, to add a taste of the exotic to your living space. Bright colors and patterns will work against a plain space, or sofa, but be sure to use these sparingly if your home or apartment is dark and cold. You could also consider adding a feature wall to your living room, by painting a bright color or decorating the space with hundreds of paintings or family photos. Finish off your new and improved summer home interior with some seasonal flowers or plants, and you will feel like the outside has quite literally been brought inside your home. If you are looking to give some much-needed attention to the outside of your property, then be sure to paint any cracked window and door frames and clear your outside pipes and gutter work to prevent any debris from damaging the exterior of your home. If you are lucky enough to have a backyard or small outside space, then summer is the ideal time to start with some small home improvement projects. Begin by planting out some herbs and summer flowers near your back door, to keep the insects at bay – and also providing you with some homegrown herbs and spices for all the tasty recipes that you want to cook up. Be sure to get your garden furniture out of storage and get your outdoor candles ready for any summer parties that you have planned. Now that your home and backyard are ready for the summer months, then you can begin entertaining and sharing precious moments with your friends and family.
Summer wardrobe
Now that the weather is improving and your home and backyard are summer ready, it is the ideal time for you to start getting your wardrobe summer-ready also. Begin by going through your current clothes and get rid of any outfits that you no longer wear, or that are too small and worn. You could donate these items to charity or put them on eBay to make some extra cash for your wardrobe update. Be sure to keep your summer wardrobe practical, so that you can use any items for both work and downtime. Opt for items that can be layered, such as cardigans and blazers that you can take off and put on when you want to shake up your outfit. Follow any current style trends with care, as remember that these are seasonal and will not last until the fall. If you are hitting the beach or heading on vacation, then you may want to invest in a crochet bikini to add some serious summer style to your wardrobe. Finally, once you have updated your wardrobe then do not let your nerves get the better of you. Be sure to embrace your curves and try your new outfits out – as you are sure to get compliments on your new and improved summer style.
Summer is the ideal time to start making some improvements to your wardrobe and home lifestyle, even if you are strapped for cash and on a lower budget. However, this should not let your plans fall by the wayside. Remember that you can add some hints of summer style across your home and wardrobe even if you do not have much money to spare. Begin by deciding how big a home improvement project that you want to undertake, it could just be that you want to add some stylish accessories to your home or paint a feature wall. Make sure that you get the outside of your home ready for the summer too, and prepare your backyard so that you can share and enjoy this space with family and friends. Finally, give your wardrobe a makeover and get rid of any old or worn items that you no longer wear. Use summer trends sparingly and make sure that you invest in a bikini for your summer vacation.