exposing myself

how the frick is rihanna responsible for savage x fenty?

Anyone who has ever known me could tell you that I love Rihanna the way pet-owners love their pets. That is to say, I’ve never had an actual conversation with her, but I have loved her since day 1 and that will likely be the case for all eternity. Even so, I don’t believe in blindly, unconditionally supporting anyone or anything, and lately I’m having a hard time understanding how RiRi was ever involved with the Savage x Fenty lingerie brand. Don’t get me wrong, all of their designs are either drop-dead gorgeous or sexy AF. The execution, however, is terrible. The sizing stays inconsistent and off, the fabrics are often unbearably scratchy, and the (basically compulsory) monthly membership is giving SCAM. Not to mention, the brand scored lower than SHEIN on Remake’s 2022 Fashion Accountability Report which is both disappointing and unacceptable. It just feels weird that Rihanna – who is responsible for one of the best, if not THE best, celebrity makeup line ever – is the brain behind this lingerie brand when it’s so bad in every category. Rih, if you’re reading this, I know you already stepped down as CEO, but I’m begging you to shape up this brand or ship it tf out please…

when did the big light become so oppressive?

I had to get up to turn off my ceiling light halfway through writing this piece because I felt it blaring down on me with an intense, oppressive ferocity. I now feel much more relaxed with my pretty glowing lamps on. Given we all grew up with The Big Light at home, at school, and at indoor public spaces – why has it all of a sudden become so unbearable? Have we evolved to only enjoy bright, blue light from our many technological devices? Or do we all have a stronger yearning for a vibe?

is it time to break the makeup chain?

worrying about your health will only make you sick

This is one of those sayings that will piss you off when you’re expressing concern about a health ailment, but I think it’s true. After researching the benefits of Omega 3 fish oils and the conflicting science behind this type of supplement, I am only more confused and now have a headache. I’m also not sure why I think I need this when my main food group is sushi to the point where I probably already have low-level mercury poisoning, but I am now back at square one, just me and my daily multivitamin, which makes me feel an honest-to-god sense of vitality whenever I remember to take it. I’m telling you this because I feel bad about wasting 45 minutes of my life Googling the pros and cons of fish oil tablets.

i miss my pineapple ice

I’ve been vape-free for 46 days and, truth be told, it feels like it’s been WAY longer than that. The hardest part it over, I don’t get the painful urge to buy a new vape (or to crawl out of my own skin) anymore, but I can admit to missing the little moments I had alone with it to collect my thoughts when there’s a lot going on. It sounds pathetic, but I know a lot of people who use their vape as an emotional crutch will understand. Regardless, I’m FORTY-FIVE DAYS strong and won’t be sabotaging that for anything. If you’re thinking of quitting, you can do it! Just lock yourself inside with lots of snacks and good TV for the first three days… they’re the worst of all.

homesickness isn’t the right word

I don’t think the word ‘homesick’ properly encapsulates the feeling it’s supposed to describe. Being from an island, I can pretty much feel a sense of home on any beach around the world as long as its waters are crystal clear (being a beach snob comes with the islander territory), but nothing and nowhere can replicate the feeling of being with your people. Of all the countries and cities I’ve lived in, the only thing I ever craved while away from home was some quality time with my loved ones. If we were on a beach, that would just be a bonus. After a week spent with my family, I feel infinitely more balanced, calm, collected, and centred having arrived back in London. I know having a wonderful family to ‘come home’ to is a blessing and trust me, I’m thankful! Sometimes the right people – friends, family, a partner – are all you need to really feel at home again.

 

Thank you for reading. That’s all I’ve got for you this week. Hopefully you enjoyed reading these little snippets as much as I enjoyed getting them off my chest.

Also, I know this is the part where I should apologise for click-baiting you with a picture of Rihanna’s derrière, but I’m not really sorry, because it clearly worked. Heehee! MWAH.