September 2012 Pdf 12 - Closer Magazine

There’s a particular kind of sadness that creeps in around the third week of September. The BBQ tongs are back in the drawer. The last of the rosé has been drunk. And somehow, even though it’s still technically ‘back to school’ season, we’re already feeling the weight of those darker nights pressing against the window pane.

We try the ‘Cinnamon Challenge’ so you don’t have to. Plus, the £10 dress that looks like Prada.

We are exhausted. And the beauty industry knows it. Suddenly, every advert is shouting about ‘resilience’ serums and ‘detox’ teas. They want you to fix yourself before the Christmas party season begins. But here’s the truth: You don’t need a detox. You need a pause . Closer Magazine September 2012 Pdf 12

Autumn doesn’t have to be about ‘hunkering down’ in the boring sense. It can be about retreating to recharge. Put the kettle on. Light the cheap candle. Watch the Great British Bake Off without feeling guilty that you aren’t baking along with them.

Here at Closer , we’ve noticed a trend in your emails this month. They aren’t about the latest TOWIE drama or the X Factor judging panel’s new haircuts. They’re about guilt . Guilt that you haven’t lost the ‘holiday weight’. Guilt that you’re already planning a Netflix marathon instead of a night out. Guilt that your washing-up pile looks like the Leaning Tower of Pisa. There’s a particular kind of sadness that creeps

So let’s get one thing straight, ladies.

So go on. Be selfish for five minutes. The world will still be spinning when you come back. And honestly? You’ll be much nicer to everyone else when you do. And somehow, even though it’s still technically ‘back

That isn’t sad. That is survival.