20 FUN FASHION THINGS TO DO WHILE IN CORONA LOCKDOWN
Hello dear readers. Times are hard but we need to try to do our best to stay positive and productive. Being in lockdown isn't the easiest of tasks, that's for sure. It is true that the whole corona situation is very serious but we must avoid succumbing to desperate and destructive thoughts. This too shall pass. When you start feeling depressed about having to be in your home all day, just remember that having a roof over your head is still a privilege. There are still ways to stay productive in this situation. If fashion is your passion, then you can use this time to do fashion related things. As a matter of fact, I've come up with twenty fashion related activities you can do while in self-isolation and lockdown. You can have fun with fashion even if you don't leave your home. 
1. SHOP YOUR CLOSET AND FIGURE OUT MULTIPLE WAYS TO WEAR SOMETHING
2. CLEAN AND ORGANIZE YOUR CLOSETS
3. IRON OR MEND YOUR CLOTHES
4. LEARN HOW TO DO FASHION ILLUSTRATION AND/OR MAKE SOME FASHION SKETCHES
5. WATCH ALL THE RUNAWAY SHOWS YOU WANTED BUT DIDN'T HAVE THE TIME TO
6. STUDY THE SUMMER TRENDS AND PREPARE YOURSELF IN ADVANCE
7. DIY FASHION PROJECTS, PAINT ON CLOTHES AND/ OR MAKE ACCESSORIES FROM OLD CLOTHES AND SCRAPS
8. READ FASHION MAGAZINES AND FASHION BLOGS ONLINE
9. STUDY THE COLOUR ANALYSIS AND FIND FLATTERING COLOURS FOR YOURSELF
10. READ FASHION BOOKS
11. EDUCATE YOURSELF ABOUT THE HISTORY OF FASHION OR A PARTICULAR DESIGNER; DO SOME FASHION RESEARCH
12. LEARN HOW TO SEW FOLLOWING ONLINE EDITORIALS
13. TRY ON DIFFERENT HAIRSTYLES OR MAKE UP LOOKS
14. MAKE A FOLDER WITH ALL YOUR OLD OUTFITS AND STUDY THEM
15. SIT DOWN AND ANALYZE YOUR STYLE, FIND YOUR INNER FASHION ANIMAL
16. RESEARCH SUSTAINABILITY IN FASHION AND FIGURE OUT HOW TO CONTRIBUTE TO IT
17. WATCH FASHION DOCUMENTARIES AND FILMS
18. VISIT FASHION EXHIBITIONS AND MUSEUMS ONLINE
19. CREATE YOUR OWN BEST DRESSED LIST FOR THE LAST DECADE
20. CREATE A FASHION QUIZ AND ASK YOUR FRIENDS TO TAKE IT
1. SHOP YOUR CLOSET AND FIGURE OUT WHAT LOOKS GOOD ON YOU
Shopping your closet is one of the best things you can do for the environment. This situation is the perfect opportunity to you to finally try on all the clothes you have in your closets. Figure out what looks good on you and what doesn't. Try out new combos, organize a little fashion runaway in your home. Get to know the clothes you own.
2. ORGANIZE AND CLEAN YOUR CLOSETS
Are you one of those people who doesn't organize their closets often enough? I know I am. However, even if you are pretty orderly, you can still take this time to figure out ways to make your closet space more efficient.
3. IRON OR MEND YOUR CLOTHES
Do you know that beautiful delicate pleated dress that you've been meaning to iron for ages? Well, now might be the perfect time to do it. Do you know that sweater you adore but you keep forgetting there is a hole in it that you need to take care of? Do it now. If you have any blazers whose buttons have fallen out and need to be replaced, well this is the time to do it.
4. LEARN HOW TO DO FASHION ILLUSTRATION AND/OR MAKE SOME FASHION SKETCHES
Have you always admired fashion illustrators? Why not learn more about it? I have ton of fun projects you can do with fashion illustrations on my blog. - FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: WATERCOLOUR PENCILS -IVANA'S FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY- FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: INSPIRED BY COLOURS OF AUTUMN- A GIRL IN A RED GOWN: FASHION ILLUSTRATION OF THE DAY-CUSTOMIZING A NOTEBOOK WITH A FASHION ILLUSTRATION- FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: ILLUSTRATING A BLACK DRESS FROM DOLCE & GABBANA COLLECTION- 10 WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR FASHION ILLUSTRATION SKILLS- HOW TO CREATE A 3D FASHION ILLUSTRATION DRESS WITH DRY FLOWERS?- FRIDAY FASHION ILLUSTRATION: HAT OBSESSED -FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY INSPIRED BY SUMMER STYLE- FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: SUMMER TO AUTUMN TRANSITION- FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: ILLUSTRATED TOTE BAGS-FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: HAT OBSESSED - FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: NEW AUTUMN INSPIRED ART
-FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: HVAR CITY - FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: LADY IN PINK
5. WATCH ALL THE RUNAWAY SHOWS YOU WANTED BUT DIDN'T HAVE THE TIME TO
Now is a good time to watch all those fashion shows you didn't have the time to watch before. Sit back and enjoy some wonderful fashion designs. See both new and old fashion shows.
6. FIGURE OUT SPRING AND SUMMER FASHION, PREPARE YOURSELF IN ADVANCE
Why not use this time to prepare for spring and summer. Study the trends, see what is in or just ignore them completely and think of your future spring and summer outfits.
7. DIY FASHION PROJECTS, PAINT ON CLOTHES OR MAKE ACCESSORIES FROM OLD CLOTHES AND SCRAPS
This is a good time for DIY fashion projects. Why not try making something new and creative from things you have at home? If you're not creative, then look for help and inspiration online. There are a lot of creative people who don't mind sharing their ideas with you, myself included.
8. READ FASHION MAGAZINES AND FASHION BLOGS ONLINE
Obviously, while you're staying in, one of ways you can use your time is by reading fashion magazines and blogs. Maybe you already do it. Well, now you don't have to worry about spending too much time browsing fashion blogs. You're being a responsible person by choosing to stay in and read.
9. STUDY THE COLOUR ANALYSIS AND FIND FLATTERING COLOURS FOR YOURSELF
Have you been interested in the colour theory but haven't managed to figure out what are the best colours for you. Well, now is the perfect time to study and research the colour analysis and figure out what tonalities fit your skin and hair.
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10. READ FASHION BOOKS
Reading fashion books is another fun fashion related thing to. I've blogged about some of my favourite fashion reads before.
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11. EDUCATE YOURSELF ABOUT THE HISTORY OF FASHION OR A PARTICULAR DESIGNER; DO SOME FASHION RESEARCH
Education is always a worthy pursuit. Why not use this time to learn more about the history of fashion or about some designer you always wanted to know more about? You can also research the possible future of fashion.
12. LEARN HOW TO SEW FOLLOWING ONLINE EDITORIALS
Why not learn how to sew? You can start with really easy stuff and work your way from there. Maybe you'll be able to sew something before this lockdown ends? Don't underestimate yourself. Learning new things and developing new skills is always good.
13. TRY ON DIFFERENT HAIRSTYLES OR MAKE UP LOOKS
Why not experiment with different hairstyle or make up looks? You can finally learn to braid or curl your hair. You can try styling your hair in a variety of ways. Similarly, you can experiment with make up.
14. MAKE A FOLDER WITH ALL YOUR OLD OUTFITS AND STUDY THEM
One of the advantages of having a blog is that you basically have your own online diary. However, if you don't have a blog, you can consider making a folder on your computer and putting your best or worst outfits in there. Analyze your style and figure out what works for you. You can also make different folders for different styles and keep your fashion inspiration in there.
15. SIT DOWN AND ANALYZE YOUR STYLE, FIND YOUR INNER FASHION ANIMAL
Spending time at home can get boring so why not sit down and try to really analyze your style and clothes. How do your clothes make you feel and why? What is really important to you? How do you use clothes? Is there a style that makes you particularly happy? Is there a clothing item you love? You can learn a lot about yourself by analyzing your clothes. A bit of soul searching might be just what you need in times likes these.
16. RESEARCH SUSTAINABILITY IN FASHION AND FIGURE OUT HOW TO CONTRIBUTE TO IT
You can also think about ways to make your fashion choices more sustainable. Read about it, write down notes and think about what strategies would work best for you.
17. WATCH FASHION DOCUMENTARIES AND FILMS
Take this time to watch fashion documentaries and films. There are some really good ones out there.
18. VISIT FASHION EXHIBITIONS ONLINE
There are many museums that are open for the option of virtual viewing and visiting. Some of them have fashion exhibitions you can visit online (see more here).
19. CREATE YOUR OWN BEST DRESSED LIST FOR THE LAST DECADE
Write down your own best dressed list for the last decade. It does't have to be about celebs. You can do one for yourself too or for your friends or for all of you. Turn it into a social game.
20. CREATE A FASHION QUIZ AND ASK YOUR FRIENDS TO TAKE IT
Create a fashion quiz and invite your friends to take it or make up a fashion game with them, why not?
Thank you for reading and visiting. Have a lovely day!
Some great ideas here and some beautiufl photographs of your stunning part of the world.
ReplyDeleteI do try and keep on top of the mending and ironing pile, I like everything hanging in my wardrobe to be ready to wear immediately but I think I shall get everything out at some point this week just to thoroughly check!
Stay safe and healthy. xxx
thank you, stay safe too.
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DeleteYou can do alot of things while staying at home Ivana. Thank you for the nice ideas.
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that's true. thank you.
DeleteThese are such fun ideas, and very creative ones too! When I have time (or I need a break from the kids, ha!) I like to go outfit plan in my wardrobe, it's very relaxing! Until I hear hubby calling out wondering where I am as the kids have driven him crazy, hehe!
ReplyDeleteIt would be nice to have a little more time to relax and do fun things like this while at home, but I'm so lucky to be able to have this time with the kids!
Hope that you had a great weekend! :) We had a quiet one at home of course!
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DeleteI am just starting my self-isolation and ending after Easter, so I will gladly inspired by your list: D Regards:*:*
ReplyDeleteThank you for these tips. I appreciate it.
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DeleteTutte otttime idee per passare il tempo in modo costruttivo!
ReplyDeleteDato che ormai sto in quarantena da 3 settimane, l'idea di riordinare l'armadio era venuta anche a me, solo che poi mi sono stufata ed ho lasciato perdere, quindi ora è messo peggio di prima!^^'
Ma tanto tra un pò dovrò fare il cambio stagione e ci penserò allora...
Diciamo che è risultato evidente che sono molto più adatta alle attività creative che a quelle utili!^^
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DeleteWow! Some really good ideas. Thanks for sharing them - visiting from 'Away from the blog' linkup Nice to meet you - stay safe. Jacqui Mummabstylish
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DeleteTotally love your list cause it's specifically fashion related
ReplyDeletewould love to check it out
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ReplyDeleteYou may not believe it but I love ironing my clothes, I like to see the clothes ironed. I took the opportunity to clean up my wardrobe, I have seen online stores to occupy my time, but you gave me some new ideas. Keep safe.
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You look amazing, my friend! Hoping you are doing well during the COVID-19! Be well and stay safe!
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Thank you Vanessa.
DeleteOh so many great ideas here, I keep myself very busy with my blog, photography YT channel and learning French it seems I don't often have enough time. And love this coat and where you shot these photos. Must be nice to have some much nice surroundings to take photos!
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Thank you Allie.
DeleteThis is the time to have fun with our closets and get creative.
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www.jtouchofstyle.com
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DeleteI love all these great ideas! The last fashion doc I watched was "Just Ralph" about Ralph Lauren - it was excellent. I also love reading books about fashion history - I have a couple still to read that I bought a while ago.
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Thank you Sheila.
Deleteits a great to do in quarantine time. really love your outfits.
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DeleteHey Ivana, how you doing?! Thank you so much for including me in your latest blog post, I really appreciate this kind gesture in these weird times :) Your support means a lot and that's the cool things from blogger friends!
ReplyDeleteThis is such an useful post filled with great ideas that I haven't seen in other blogs, of course fashion is not cancelled in this lockdown season, actually I'm taking the time to spot all the trends that are coming and I also noticed some fashion archives are free to navigate.... like the one from Vogue Italia, check it out if you can since you speak Italian that could be useful for you :)
I have also seen that some magazines are free to consult, and the options of books are infinite right? I am currently reading the illustrated story of Coco Chanel, but there tons of options! You can also learn a lot from fashion documentaries right? The options are endless and there is no time to get bored haha.
This could also be the great time to analyze our shopping habits in order to enhance them and to spot really good garments that could last more than a season!
All the best for you!
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Thank you so much Pablo for your awesome and informative comment. I need to check out Vogue Italia. I had a peek at their website recently but I didn't manage to find the archives yet. Books are also a great option...and that illustrated story sounds absolutely fascinating.
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ReplyDeleteWe can do a lot of cool things at home, great post!!
I hope this period will pass soon! ♥
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DeleteThanks for this great informative post! The pictures are amazing!
ReplyDeleteThank you Oksana.
DeleteYou are absolutely right: we must count ourselves lucky to have a roof over our heads! I also count myself lucky that we have a garden, even if it is small, as now I'll only be working 2 days a week, I can at least go outside and sit in the garden if the weather's fine. I've been playing around with my wardrobe, trying out new things and wearing things that I haven't worn in a long time. Having more time to plan my outfits feels like such a luxury. I'll also have oodles of time for my seasonal wardrobe changeover, which always entails sorting out my clothes, and doing repairs if necessary, instead of letting them languish in a pile in my mending basket. I'll draw the line at ironing though, which I absolutely hate, and which I'll only do when absolutely necessary :-) Have a lovely day, and stay safe and healthy, Ivana! xxx
ReplyDeleteYes, having a garden is definitely an advantage at these times.
DeleteYou've got the quarantine checklist down pat, babe! Love the idea of shopping your own closet!
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I definitely need to clean my and my daughter closets :)
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DeleteThere was a time when I used to do most of those activities. As life went on I stopped and now I've been wondering if I should sketch again. I don't think I will go this deep into fashion again, but I definitely miss some things. Beautiful post!
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It is good to try some of these, if you have the time.
Deleteoooh what a great list, thanks for sharing! I am definitely planning to do most of the items you mentioned!
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Now we have more time for these things❤
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Such a great ideas, I'm finishing organizing my closet, there are so many clothes which I don't need.
ReplyDeleteLove your fashion illustrations, these are absolutely gorgeous!
Have a wonderful day!
All of these are such a great tips. I like your illustrations and how you combine your art with photos. Amazing work.
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There are great ideas. I was staying home 2 Weeks and I did a lot of things you mention. But since monday I'm working again, so the feeling is less strange, it's more back to "normal". :-)
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I just love this list, Ivana! I'm still going in to the office (an essential business) but will be taking some half days and full days off here and there and a few of these are already on my list. The others are a lot more fun ideas and we definitely need some of those during this time. But can you imagine having to do this back in the 60's or 70's when we did have TV and phones but that was it? No internet to get the things we can only get online now. No face time with family and friends. We are so non-isolated these days - even when we're in isolation. I do love to see your beautiful drawings in your posts and I think that last figure in the fuschia dress and black vest is you? Thank you so much for this wonderful list and take care of yourself!
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What a wonderful post, Ivana! Those fashion things make us happy :)
ReplyDeleteI would love to try everything, and I am excited!
Your collage with those fashion illustrations are always so beautiful,
in particular the collage above no.13 is so cute!
Thank you for sharing!!
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I think that I would definitely like to use some of my time to mend some of my clothes, and what better than to do it now, with the sheer abundance of free time we currently have? I think that this is a great post - it's hard to stay active during this quarantine, but keeping our minds busy is one really important thing that I think we can all do.
ReplyDeleteI hope you're staying safe during this quarantine!
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I have done some delayed projects, and I did shop online for my new clothes. I bought couple tops on Loft outlet dot com with free delivery :)
ReplyDeleteGood ideas. Lovely photos too :-D
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ReplyDeleteYou really prepared us all a bunch of useful things to spend our quarantine time with!
I totally loved all of them, done some (the clothes organization, etc) but definately will try many!
Have a wondeful sunday!
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"Good read and appreciate for sharing this.
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ReplyDeleteThese are some really fun ideas that are also practical and productive at the same time. I was really looking forward to cleaning out and reorganizing my closet during this time but with my left arm being immobilized by pain, I haven't been able to do much but when I get better I'm looking forward to doing just that.
ReplyDeleteLove these tips and ideas. Thanks a lot for sharing I am currently doing some of them and I am super inspired by the fantastic ideas here Happy Easter Beautiful post and lovely images, sketches and outfits. xoxo cris
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