Sunday 3 January 2021
Friday 1 January 2021
Ellen Cigarette Trouser
Ellen Cigarette Trousers in Black |
Ellen Cigarette Trouser in Grey |
Ellen Cigarette Trouser Available in black and grey, the trouser has a classy and sophisticated look whilst remaining comfortable and classic. |
Saturday 26 December 2020
New Year's Resolutions
2020 has definitely been a hectic year. But the magic of a new year is that it promises change, growth and a better you. We at Madia & Matilda believe that the better you is the one that is kind to yourself, to others and especially the Earth. So for this upcoming year we have a couple of resolutions you can make to be more considerate of our planet.
Ditch plastic bags! Buy yourself a tote bag that you can reuse time and time again instead of getting a new plastic bag every time you go shopping - they are extremely harmful to animals and nature!
For example, get yourself the Printed Canvas bag from Madia & Matilda.
Raise awareness - spread your knowledge around recycling to your friends and family. You never know who you might inspire to also be better!
Carry a reusable water bottle.
Buy eco-friendly. Support the environment by supporting companies who are trying to minimize their carbon footprint.
Get involved and volunteer for beach and forest cleanups!
Say no to disposable straws and cutlery!
We hope these ideas will inspire you to spend 2021 helping the Earth in any way you can - every small contribution makes a difference!
Friday 25 December 2020
Vegan tips for life
Tuesday 22 December 2020
Movies to Watch
As the weather turns cold for winter, and the pandemic means the majority of us will be indoors, we thought we could recommend some great movies for you to watch. Whether you are watching a film alone or with friends and family, we think you will enjoy these suggestions. With Christmas quickly approaching around the corner, what better time to snuggle up in your pyjamas with some treats and put a movie on.
- Holidate
- The Princess Switched: Switched again
- Dolly Parton's Christmas on the Square
- Operation Christmas drop
- A Bad Mom's Christmas
- JingleJangle A Christmas Journey
- Rocks
- The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
- Rebbecca
- Enola Holmes
- To all The Boys I've Loved Before
- 13th
- The Queen's Gambit
- Love Actually
- Home Alone
- The Grinch
- Elf
- Holiday Inn
- It's a Wonderful Life
- Miracle on 34th Street
- The Holiday
Sunday 6 December 2020
Self Care Yoga Tips
With the current lockdown and strict tier system in place, this is the perfect time to focus on the mind and body. With our quick yoga tips you can begin to practice self-care at home.
Thursday 3 December 2020
Christmas Wish List
Christmas is closely approaching and it is the perfect time to start thinking about gifts for your loved ones and yourself. We have created a Madia & Matilda wish list for you to browse, helping you find some inspiration from our favourite products this season.
Share and follow our social media, mention us on Instagram, for a special chance to win a product from our wish list!
Ines - Pleated Zip Front Skirt
Jade - Jersey Dress
Jemma - Cowl Neck Dress
Amanda - Blouse
Amanda-BlouseAmie - Wrap Top
Dina - Lace Blouse
Dina - Lace BlouseEllen - Cigarette Trouser
Jessie - Trouser
Mazy - Paisley Silhouette Earrings - Jewellery
'Prism' - Clutch Bag
Tuesday 1 December 2020
Vegan Blueberry Banana Oat Bread
During the first lockdown the world saw everyone become obsessed with banana bread - people were sharing recipes, attempting to cook it at home and posting about it on social media. For lockdown 2.0 we found a slightly different recipe for those of you who did not get to try it out last time or for those who want to cook it again but with a little twist. So if you are looking for a fun activity to do during this lockdown - keep reading!
This banana bread is different from the typical as it is made with oats and blueberries. Oats are nutritious and will fill you up for hours whilst blueberries are known for being one of the best sources for antioxidants!
This particular recipe is also perfect for our vegan readers as it contains no dairy or eggs.
The ingredients you will need are:
Bananas
Baking powder
Baking soda
Salt
Almond milk (unsweetened)
Blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Oats
Light spelt flour
Grapeseed oil/light flavored oil/applesauce
Vanilla extract
Cinnamon
First you need to mash your bananas by hand - the best way to do so is by using the back of a slotted spoon or fork.
Mix together the flour, oats, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add to that the mashed bananas, oil and almond milk. Mix to combine, just until the flour is incorporated - make sure you do not overmix. Then, gently fold in the blueberries.
Pour the batter into a lightly greased loaf pan. Optionally, add a few blueberries strategically to the top and sprinkle a small handful of oats over top.
Place in a preheated oven and bake for 50 to 55 minutes, rotating once halfway through. The top of your bread should turn golden. If you stick a toothpick in the center it will come out clean.
Once done, let cool for 15 minutes in the pan and then place on a rack to cool completely.
Hope you enjoy!
Recipe from The Simple Veganista: https://simple-veganista.com/
Sincerely Madia & Matilda
Saturday 28 November 2020
Style Spotlight - The Linda Midi Dress
The Linda Midi Dress
Available in Black and Red
Linda Midi Dress in black |
The Linda Midi Dress is one of our favourites for this season. It is a winter essential, with the viscose material allowing this piece to feel lightweight and quick to slip on, whilst also keeping you warm with the long sleeves and midi length features. This classy style can be worn to any event from an evening meal to a Christmas get-together.
Linda Midi Dress in red |
Linda Midi Dress in red |
Friday 27 November 2020
Black Friday History
Shop Madia and Matilda a black-owned business |
Black Friday is here. The most popular shopping day of the year, where brands sell their products at discounted prices for customers, encouraging customers to purchase Christmas gifts. A range of retailers participate around the UK.
However, behind the day of discounts and shopping galore, there is more to Black Friday that meets the eye. There are many speculations on the internet regarding the truth behind this particular day. There have been reports that during the 1800s, Black Friday was a day named by plantation owners, as they bought slaves at discounted prices after the celebration of Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving originated from the Harvest Festival, which ended before winter and families would need additional work and required slaves, therefore, these theories are based on a certain element of the truth.
Tuesday 24 November 2020
Christmas Gift Shopping
Due to the current lockdown situation, most shops are currently shut and who knows what will be open in time for Christmas. Sadly, having a festive browse in the popular retail outlet stores of London and the famous Christmas markets that bring us that Christmas cheer, is not currently an option. Therefore, turning to online shopping has become the new normal of 2020. Now, this will also apply to Christmas this year.
Sincerely Madia & Matilda
Sunday 22 November 2020
Foodie - Vegan Chicken Noodles Soup
Vegan Chicken Noodle Soup, perfect for winter
(via @cleaneatswithcleo)
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil
1 large yellow or white onion, chopped
4-5 large carrots, peeled and cut into coins
4-5 celery stalks, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp fresh thyme (dried works too)
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 15-oz can of chickpeas
10 cups vegetable broth - you can add more to achieve desired consistency!
8 - 8.8 oz of noodles, I used @barillauschickpea rotini
Fresh dill for serving (or parsley!)
Heat olive oil over medium high heat. Add onions, carrots, celery and cook until softened.
Add the garlic and thyme, salt and pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Add vegetable broth and bring mixture to a boil. Add the chickpeas or chicken and pasta, reduce to a simmer and cover for 15 minutes.
Sincerely Madia & Matilda
Friday 20 November 2020
How To Turn Your Lockdown Walks More Fun
During lockdown the comfort of your home might start to feel a bit confining and your everyday walk too monotonous. Lucky for you, we have a couple of ideas to help make your daily stroll more exciting!
Image from: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/
Have a chat with your loved ones. Maybe suggest your mom, dad, sibling or friend also go for a quick hike and give you a call. That way it feels almost as if you are walking together! It is also a good way to check in on how they are doing. Talking through your emotions and thoughts can help a lot with the stress you might feel during the lockdown.
Try out photography! It doesn't matter whether you think of yourself as a good photographer or not - this is the time to practice. You can just use your smartphone and look out for interesting things to capture during your walk.
Make up lyrics - keep your mind busy by making up new lyrics for a tune you like or even try to write a poem in your head.
Listen to podcasts. There are tons of podcasts and audiobooks on the internet that will definitely make your walk more interesting.
Play counting games. Take in your surroundings by counting things like how many types of dogs, flowers or shoes you see on the way.
Remember, walking is one of the best ways to both reduce anxiety and keep yourself active. We hope this list will help you to do so!
Sincerely Madia & Matilda