H E Y!!!

Welcome back to Jones Magazine, as always I’m really glad you’re here! For today’s post we’re going to talk about how to use fashion as motivation while in quarantine. 

It’s no secret that life looks a little different right now. This pandemic leaves absolutely no one unaffected. With quarantine and a stay at home order in place, that leaves a lot of people working from home. Whether it’s school or a job being in the house all day, every day can take any amount of motivation you have away. 

I’m a college student and like most, my University’s classes are fully online for the rest of the semester. I know I personally struggle finding motivation and structure during this crazy time. But I’ve been finding little ways to make this stay at home lifestyle a little bit better, so I’m going to share my tips with you all! Hope they help!! 

• ACTUALLY GET READY- It’s very easy to wake up at noon, stay in your pajamas and work from your bed every day. And I totally get that, it’s very tempting. That being said, getting up and getting ready will make a HUGE difference in your day. When you wake up do your skin care routine, do your hair and makeup (if ya want) and put on a cute, comfy outfit. Feeling put together is really important when it comes to feeling motivated. 
• ATHLEISURE IS YOUR BEST FRIEND- Like I mentioned, feeling put together is very important when it comes to working at home but so is comfort. I highly recommend you invest in some athleisure so you can still have style but you’re also super comfortable for a work day at home. My personal favorite right now is pairing black leggings and a denim jacket with a graphic t-shirt and white nike shoes. I highly recommend getting on Pinterest and looking for inspiration.
• VISION BOARDS- This is (hopefully) the only time the government will literally be telling us to stay inside and do nothing! Take advantage of that!!!! During this time find style inspiration, look through old magazines or print your favorite fashion influencer’s pictures off instagram! Make a vision board that inspires you and start transforming your style! Start shopping online and collect pieces you love! 
• PHOTO OPS- Now that you’re finding your style have a quarantine photoshoot. Set up a backdrop or a cute place to take photos. If you’re in quarantine alone that’s okay, use the self timer on your phone. Social media is SO important right now to stay connected. Post your quarantine looks and encourage your friends to do the same!

TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF! It’s okay to be scared and anxious and it’s okay to be disappointed and upset. We’re all feeling it in some capacity, you’re not alone! Wash your hands, social distance and remember to check on your people. Quarantine can be a lonely place so let’s take care of each other too. Even though living in uncertainty can be scary and negative I encourage you to spread some positivity wherever you can. 

I’m including a link below with a number of amazing charities where you can donate to help spread a little love during this hard time. Our medical & essential workers are putting their safety at risk to selflessly take care of the people in their communities. Let’s never take that for granted! 
https://www.charitynavigator.org/index.cfm?bay=content.view&cpid=7779