How to maintain respiratory hygiene

How to maintain respiratory hygiene

कुछ यूं बन-ठनकर निकलीं रश्मि देसाई, आप भी कहेंगे 'वाह क्या बात है' March 19, 2020 at 06:03PM

बिग बॉस 13 के घर में अपने स्टाइल से इंप्रेस करने वाली रश्मि देसाई बाहर आने के बाद भी लगातार अपनी फैशन चॉइस से फैन्स का दिल जीत रही हैं। कभी वेस्टर्न लुक तो कभी ट्रडिशनल लुक में नजर आने वाली रश्मि ने इस बार भी अपने स्टाइल से अपने चाहने वालों के दिलों पर जादू सा चला दिया है। ऐक्ट्रेस ने इंस्टाग्राम पर अपनी तस्वीरें शेयर की हैं, जिनमें वह समर ड्रेस पहनी दिख रही हैं। ऐंकल लेंथ कॉटन ड्रेस पर पिंक ऐंड ग्रीन कलर का फ्लोरल प्रिंट था। ब्लू बेस पर यह प्रिंट ड्रेस को बेहद प्रिटी बना रहा था। इसका डिजाइन सिंपल रखा गया था। नेकलाइन को राउंड शेप व स्लीव्स को थ्री-फोर्थ लेंथ दी गई थी। रश्मि ने इस लुक के साथ एक्सपेरिमेंट करते हुए मैचिंग की जगह अलग कलर के ईयररिंग्स और जूतियां पहनीं। उन्होंने कानों में वीपी स्टोर के मैटलिक ईयररिंग्स पहने थे जिनमें ब्लू मोती लगे थे। वहीं उन्होंने पैरों में ब्लू जूतियां पहनी थीं, जिस पर सिल्वर कलर का वर्क दिखाई दे रहा था। रश्मि की जूतियों और ईयररिंग्स का कलर बिल्कुल मैचिंग का था। वैसे सिर्फ ये दोनों चीजें ही नहीं बल्कि रश्मि की हेवी पायल भी उनके लुक को बेहद खास अंदाज में स्टाइलिश बना रही थी। इस लुक को कैरी करते हुए ऐक्ट्रेस ने न्यूड मेकअप चुना था और अपने पाउट को हाईलाइट किया था। उन्होंने अपने बालों को स्लीक बन में स्टाइल किया था और स्टाइलिश शेड्स भी लगाए थे। कुलमिलाकर रश्मि का लुक कुछ ऐसा था कि उसे कोई भी लड़की फॉलो कर सकती है, जिसमें वह भी इस ऐक्ट्रेस की जैसी ही खूबसूरत और स्टाइलिश दिख सकती हैं।

11 Wardrobe Must-Haves For Confusing Early Spring Weather

If you, like us, find yourself being a bit preoccupied at the moment, it's likely that you didn't catch on to the fact that today, according to the calendar, is the first day of spring. Temperature-wise, however, this month is anyone’s guess. Checking the weather in the morning has turned into a math problem — what to wear when the mercury is starting out the day with a downright wintry 38, but will be 65 by lunchtime? And that’s not taking into consideration the high winds or cold snap that’s sure to come in the next few days.

We’re in the same boat with you; staring at our closets helplessly in the morning and wondering which of our go-tos will keep us warm and cool at the same time. However, there’s nothing we love like a fashion challenge, so we thought long and hard about the 11 most essential pieces for this sartorially challenging season. And because we know you’re saving up dollars for those crucial spring and summer purchases (bathing suits, new sandals, actual vacation), we made sure that everything was under $200.

At Refinery29, we’re here to help you navigate this overwhelming world of stuff. All of our market picks are independently selected and curated by the editorial team. If you buy something we link to on our site, Refinery29 may earn commission.

A Wool Blazer

You may not think of wool as a transitional fabric, but hear us out — the winter-into-spring moment is actually the perfect one for your heavier blazer. Think about it: this piece could never cut it as an actual coat during freezing temps, but it’ll be way too toasty when it warms up for good. Right now, however, it’s the perfect outdoor/indoor top layer.

& Other Stories Hourglass Houndstooth Blazer, $, available at & Other Stories

A Loose-Knit Sweater

It’s definitely gotten too warm for your heavier cashmere blends and chunky cable knits, but that doesn't mean you can waltz out of the house in just your button-down and a topper, either. We recommend a lightweight cotton sweater with a looser knit that won’t suffocate you as a second layer. If it’s cute and springy enough, you can even wear it solo when the temps begin to climb into the 60s.

H&M Knit Sweater, $, available at H&M

A Cheap & Cheerful Sneaker

An easy way to test the color-block trend is by dipping your toe in. Remind yourself that it is technically a new season, even on the days when the mercury dips to pre-spring levels with punchy colorful kicks. No need to break the bank on these — a classic throwback style from a true athletic brand will keep your feet quite happy.

Vans Sunshine Authentic, $, available at Vans

A Large, Cloud-Like Scarf

This accessory provides a crucial extra layer on those days that you got too cocky and left the house in naught but a denim jacket, only to be confronted by sub-40 degree temperatures as you’re leaving the office.

COS Padded Triangle Scarf, $, available at COS

Socks That Put The FUN In Functional

Forget no-show socks — these are show-off socks. You may not need the heavy-duty winter variety anymore, but now is the time to break out the lightweight styles that weren’t quite insulating enough for colder temps. There’s a brief window to let these weirdos shine, so you’d better take advantage.

Hysteria Emma Ankle Socks, $, available at Shopbop

An Almost-Sandal

Sandal season is so close you can taste it — but temperature fluctuations between 40 and 60 degrees mean that your tootsies will be too exposed in a straight-up flip-flop. Introducing these mini-heeled sling-backs.

Charles & Keith Cylindrical Heel Slingback Pumps, $, available at Charles & Keith

A "Jacket" That’s Secretly A Men’s Shirt

You may be able to find this item hanging in the closet of the nearest male, but if not; head straight to your local workwear site and snag the button-down most to your liking. Styling tip: resist the urge to cuff or roll up the sleeves. Keep them fully buttoned for a cool look.

Carhartt Great Master Shirt, $, available at SSENSE

A Turtleneck

You know the feeling: you open your closet to grab a coat as you walk out the door, and ever fiber in your being rejects it. What to do when it’s still chilly, but you can’t bear the thought of putting on your jacket again? We’re here to tell you that the turtleneck is a three-season friend — throw it on under a button-down or a sleeveless dress to ward off chills without the addition of another layer.

Everlane The Pima Micro Rib Turtleneck, $, available at Everlane

The Heavy Trouser

Hold your horses, eager beaver: it’s not the time for featherweight poplin or linen bottoms just yet. You can, however, trade out your wool trousers for a heavy twill or double cotton option, that will insulate your legs when the mercury drops, but won’t suffocate your dermis if the temperature begins its midday climb.

Stelen Enya Suiting Pant, $, available at Need Supply

Look-At-Me Earrings

Is it one of those on-the-colder-side days when you are totally relegated to your winter wardrobe again; coat, scarf, and all? Even in April, it can happen. If there’s no room for seasonal newness in your look, reach for your brand-new, statement-making earrings to inject some artificial sunshine into your wardrobe.

Éliou Gold-Tone, Bead And Pearl Hoop Earrings, $, available at Net-A-Porter

A Long Sleeve Floaty Dress

This billowy number could be filed under the, "if you dream it, it will come" train of thought. A pretty, airy dress can be thrown on with boots on a chilly spring day, but once it heats up, it's showtime — just pack sandals.

Pixie Market Ruffled Bustier Midi Dress, $, available at Pixie Market

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What To Do With Your Clothes If You HAVE To Go Outside

Young woman is prepering clothes for washing.

While many of us are staying indoors and practicing social distancing, there are many people who simply don’t have that luxury. And even if you are able to work from home, whether it’s for a walk around the block (one taken with precaution, of course) or a trip to the pharmacy to stock up on essentials, there are, in fact, a few circumstances when going outside is necessary. 

So, if you do have to venture out during the coronavirus pandemic, it’s important to consider what to do once you come back. By now, we know that washing our hands for 20 seconds or more is essential, as is disinfecting travel items like your phone, keys, and credit cards. One thing we’re not quite sure about these days, though, is what we should be doing with our “outside” clothes. 

According to the CDC, flu viruses are killed by heat above 167 degrees, as well as with cleaning products that include chlorine, hydrogen peroxide, alcohol, and detergents. At this time, there is no reason to believe that those same preventative measures aren’t equally as effective against the novel coronavirus. Because of that, the CDC is recommending that if, for any reason, you do end up outside, your best bet is to wash your clothes using the warmest appropriate water setting possible (preferably above 167 degrees) and dry items completely. As for the laundry process itself, it’s key that you remember to wash your hands before touching anything, wear disposable gloves, and then wash your hands again immediately once you take them off.

The CDC also recommends that you clean and disinfect — which are two different procedures — any surfaces where dirty clothing, linens, and towels were stored prior to washing, like for example, your hamper. If possible, placing a disposable bag liner into the hamper rather than simply tossing dirty laundry into the bin is also suggested.

According to Charles Gerba, a professor of microbiology and immunology at The University of Arizona, coronaviruses transfer much more easily from surface to person if the surface is hard, like stainless steel, as opposed to soft, like cloth. Cloth only picks up about 1% of viruses that it’s exposed to, compared to steel’s 70%. However, that doesn’t mean that once picked up, cloth surfaces won’t hold onto the virus. 

So far, there’s no definitive data surrounding the exact length of time that COVID-19 can survive on soft surfaces. Based on prior research of other coronaviruses, though, Dr. Daniel Kuritzkes, an infectious disease expert at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, told NPR that “flat surfaces and hard surfaces are more friendly to viruses than cloth or rough surfaces.” 

Nevertheless, it’s always better to be safe. Whenever possible, save your outside clothes for outside and your inside clothes — the ones that haven’t been on the subway, in the supermarket, or in contact with anyone or anything that doesn’t exist within the 900 square feet of your apartment — for inside. 

COVID-19 has been declared a global pandemic. Go to the CDC website for the latest information on symptoms, prevention, and other resources.

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