Hello, my lovelies. As winter keeps dipping its toe back into our springy spring, hopefully that was the last storm of the season.
A few days ago, my friend Hisham raised something on his latest Substack: the struggle to “move on,” or pretend to, in the midst of all of this. Ongoing attacks, a ceasefire breached since day one, the psychological weight of MK drones buzzing above our heads, a hit on Dahiyeh on Wednesday, constant strikes on the Bekaa and the South. The anxiety of a larger-scale war resuming is haunting. And I agree with Hisham, it’s paralyzing. I made a decision after the announced ceasefire to live in a slightly delusional state of normalcy. And yet, deep down, the anxiety is eating at me. I pray that Allah SWT flips this into relief. For all of us.
Last week, I leaned into those small reminders of why I love this country. My friend Rana visited, and we did what we do best: roamed. From Byblos to Beirut, and a road trip from Saida all the way to the Ammiq Wetlands (first time visiting, and I say that with a little shame as a Bekaa girl). Moments like those are everything.
And on a lighter note, I welcomed new styling clients this week! Always so grateful to be part of your journey of finding joy in getting dressed. Reach out if you’d like to customize your session.
F for Facts/ Fun
What is conversational narcissism, and what is narcissism hoovering, what do your pajamas say about you, 8 tips to have a dreadful conversation, what to pack in your anxiety bag, and Anna Wintour’s assistants’ tips to start in fashion.
F for Fashion/ Beauty
SS26 authoritative trends report, the MET Gala fashion police, mindful beauty essentials, Helsa new drops, transitional weather outfits ideas, shop Isabel Marant’s new drop, best matching sets for spring, best designer bags this spring, how to properly take care of your scalp, how to wear denim this spring, and spring nail colors.
F for Fitness/ Health
3-3- 3 fitness routine rule, foot dermafiller exists and can make your pain go away, how to improve your bone health, stress effects on your body, how to overcome perimenopause symptoms, try a boring diet to lose weight, is your sleep position wrecking your posture, weekend wellness routine, and add these 14 mobility exercises if you are over 35.
F for Food
Snack tin trend, 3 fiber-rich breakfast recipes, chicken ceaser wrap, and pineapple kimchi.
Until next week, InshAllah.
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XOXO
La Petite, Hanine
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