Thrifty Mango

September 1, 2020September 1, 2020

Exploring Bullet Journaling

When I was in school, I was at my most disorganised and messy. Almost every homework was given in late, almost every deadline was missed and almost every exam was prepared for by cramming information into my brain at the last minute. A few of my teachers chuckled at the idea of me studying journalism- which is a very deadline-heavy career. Yet here I am, halfway through my university course and running a weekly blog. I've managed to change my entire work ethic and studying strategy by starting a bullet journal...

August 25, 2020August 25, 2020

Be Adventurous: Boho Chic

Bohemian fashion is one of the many styles I haven't explored or experienced before. I love scrolling through boho outfit inspiration on Pinterest but I have never attempted the style for myself. Knowing very little about it and it's history, I decided to research it and explore it for the first time...

August 18, 2020August 18, 2020

The Ordeal of Moving

After two years of living in student accomodations, I decided it was time to move into a proper flat of my own. My boyfriend, Ryan and I had been planning the move for weeks and, of course, those plans were ruined by Aberdeen’s second lockdown. My parents were set to drive over 100 miles to help with the move, that never happened. Fortunately though, Ryan had asked his parents to help out along with a few friends of his...

July 28, 2020

How to Become a Spectacular Secondhand Shopper

With the treatment of staff and working conditions in Boohoo's factory in Leicester being revealed recently, many people are looking for more ethical clothing companies. Shopping secondhand is also a good way to avoid fast fashion and shop ethically. You can do this in charity/thrift shops or online using websites like Depop and eBay. "Thifting" AKA secondhand shopping isn't something that people are born good at, it takes patience and practice like all things do. So here's a few tips to get you started...

July 28, 2020August 7, 2020

Learning How to Skateboard

After returning from a much-needed two-week-long trip home to see my family, my boyfriend found two secondhand cruiser skateboards on Facebook marketplace. He had mentioned to me before that he had always wanted to learn but didn't want people to see him fall over in public. So, I volunteered to learn with him so he wouldn't have to embarrass himself alone.

July 17, 2020July 21, 2020

6 Simple Ways to Help the Environment without Spending Money

As a student, I can't always afford the eco-friendly and sustainable products that I want. I would love to support low-impact companies that produce plastic-free and environmentally conscious products, but I understand and accept that these aren't always within my budget. Many people are probably in the same boat as me and can't afford the most sustainable clothing and home-ware options. However, You don't need to break the bank to help the environment. Here are some simple and cheap ways to help save our planet...

July 6, 2020April 12, 2021

Planning Life Post-lockdown

With the end of the COVID-19 lockdown on the horizon, I feel it's time to talk about what I'm looking forward to when everything is (almost) back to normal. Regular, everyday life seems like a distant memory, but if we play our cards right, hopefully, normality will be just around the corner. Of course, our definition of normal may have to change to include social distancing and face masks but I think it'll be worth it...

June 30, 2020July 1, 2020

How to Find Fashion Inspiration

Have you ever opened a fridge full of food and just not fancied anything in it? I experience this with my wardrobe more often than not. The amount of time I've wasted staring aimlessly at all my clothes without a clue what to wear is unbelievable. This isn't always solved easily, but sometimes all you need is a little inspiration. Inspiration can come in many forms, you can be inspired by anything from a person to a period in history. So, if you're struggling to find inspiration, here's my advice on where to find some...

June 16, 2020June 29, 2020

How to Always look Put Together without Spending Money

Who doesn't like looking chic and expensive? I know I can't wait for nights out and shopping trips with friends after the lockdown ends and Coronavirus is a distant, tragic memory. I love getting dressed up for going out but there is a fine line between being dressed up and being overdressed. So I decided to compile some tips for dressing up everyday outfits to look more put together while avoiding overdressing...

June 9, 2020

Exploring Upcycling: Making Something New out of Something Old

With all this free time on our hands, a lot of people have been busy making things and crafting to stay productive during the lockdown. As well as that a lot of us have been clearing out our cupboards of things we no longer use or need. However, not all of this should go to waste. For instance, my great aunt Irene has been making tote and shoulder bags out of recycled fabric. I try to upcycle when I can with the resources I have and I really think more people should give it a try as almost anything can be upcycled and it's often not as hard as you think. Here are some upcycling ideas that can be made from bits and bobs around you home...