How’s everyone holding up? We’re truly in unchartered territory with the COVID-19 pandemic (I mean, how many people remember the Spanish Flu?), and each of us is bound to be affected in different ways, economic, emotional, and otherwise.
Being that so many of us have more time than usual to get lost in social media, I’ve put together a(nother) list of IG accounts worth following in the era of corona, classified by what you’re hungry for in any given moment. Need some info? I got you covered. Want a fashion escape? Gotcha too. Need to quell your anxiety? Check the list, what you’re looking for is there. Want to see pictures of a chihuahua wearing Fendi? You know I am your down to ride.
Shall we?
For Fashion Escapism
Sometimes, you just need a break from real life.
I’m a huge fan of @nimabenati (the cover photo is hers), an Italian fashion photographer who shares not only her personal style, but her work for major magazines and fashion houses.
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For those times when you want nothing more but to lose yourself in runways and couture, I recommend @couturenotebookfor their behind-the-scenes clips and front row runway coverage.
If you never thought you’d get fashion inspiration from a dog, well, my friend – we’re living in a whole new world. Follow @boobie_billie for concurrent doses of cuteness, chuckles, and high fashion. Who’d have thought?
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There is something so sweetly voyeuristic entertaining about @commentsbycelebs– and it’s the only account that I get so lost in that I forget to double-tap.
For those who prefer their humor in Portuguese, @apipocamaisdoce is the super witty, super down-to-earth of Portuguese comedian Ana Garcia Martins. She blesses us with daily corona quarantine bulletins from her stay-in-place adventures, and it’s hilarious.
If You Want to Lose Yourself in the Kitchen (either in yours or someone else’s)
What better way to engage all five senses – and keep your mind off the thought of impending doom – than making something delicious? Or at least … imagining you’re making something delicious?
For art, design, fashion, and food lovers, I highly recommend @thefeministe for a balanced diet of each (see what I did there?)
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For Your Mental Health
In quarantine and beyond, we all need to keep a pulse on our emotional wellbeing. When you need an island of sanity, a bit of validation, or some perspective, here are the profiles I recommend.
My friend Ashley introduced me to @thebirdspapaya, Sarah Nichole Landry’s profile on self-love, body positivity, and vulnerability.
For lighthearted yet relevant psychology, @mydefiningmoment is the place to go. Psychotherapist Giulia Preziuso posts hilarious memes from around the internet and uses them as a launchpad to talk about psychological health. Hilarious and inspiring.
My last recommendation is from Brazilian physical therapist @catiadamasceno. She may have started in PT, but this account (also known as Mulheres Bem Resolvidas) is a treasure trove for research-based, woman-centered sexual health and relationship content. I’ve followed her for years and laughed as much as I’ve learned – which is a lot. Also be sure to check out her YouTubechannel for longer content.
How’s everyone holding up? We’re truly in unchartered territory with the COVID-19 pandemic (I mean, how many people remember the Spanish Flu?), and each of us is bound to be affected in different ways, economic, emotional, and otherwise.
Being that so many of us have more time than usual to get lost in social media, I’ve put together a(nother) list of IG accounts worth following in the era of corona, classified by what you’re hungry for in any given moment. Need some info? I got you covered. Want a fashion escape? Gotcha too. Need to quell your anxiety? Check the list, what you’re looking for is there. Want to see pictures of a chihuahua wearing Fendi? You know I am your down to ride.
Shall we?
For Fashion Escapism
Sometimes, you just need a break from real life.
I’m a huge fan of @nimabenati (the cover photo is hers), an Italian fashion photographer who shares not only her personal style, but her work for major magazines and fashion houses.
For those times when you want nothing more but to lose yourself in runways and couture, I recommend @couturenotebook for their behind-the-scenes clips and front row runway coverage.
If you never thought you’d get fashion inspiration from a dog, well, my friend – we’re living in a whole new world. Follow @boobie_billie for concurrent doses of cuteness, chuckles, and high fashion. Who’d have thought?
If You’re Craving Information
Other times, a bit of data and reason is what we need to field the unknown.
If #stayhome doesn’t do enough for your politically-tuned heart, @crookedmedia is the place for you:
For those craving information and data with heavy sides of wit and culture, head straight to @newyorkermag:
For our progressively-minded Portuguese speakers, I have yet to find a better socially- and politically-minded account than @quebrandootabu:
If You Need a Laugh
Laughter is, after all, the best – well, you know.
If you’re not following @celestebarber, it’s time for tough love: you are wasting your time in quarantine. Follow. Her.
There is something so sweetly
voyeuristicentertaining about @commentsbycelebs – and it’s the only account that I get so lost in that I forget to double-tap.For those who prefer their humor in Portuguese, @apipocamaisdoce is the super witty, super down-to-earth of Portuguese comedian Ana Garcia Martins. She blesses us with daily corona quarantine bulletins from her stay-in-place adventures, and it’s hilarious.
If You Want to Lose Yourself in the Kitchen (either in yours or someone else’s)
What better way to engage all five senses – and keep your mind off the thought of impending doom – than making something delicious? Or at least … imagining you’re making something delicious?
For art, design, fashion, and food lovers, I highly recommend @thefeministe for a balanced diet of each (see what I did there?)
If you want the Julia Child of the digital age, you better be following @smittenkitchen:
For unpretentious but nonetheless star-power-driven eats, may I suggest @jennifer.garner?
For Your Mental Health
In quarantine and beyond, we all need to keep a pulse on our emotional wellbeing. When you need an island of sanity, a bit of validation, or some perspective, here are the profiles I recommend.
My friend Ashley introduced me to @thebirdspapaya, Sarah Nichole Landry’s profile on self-love, body positivity, and vulnerability.
For lighthearted yet relevant psychology, @mydefiningmoment is the place to go. Psychotherapist Giulia Preziuso posts hilarious memes from around the internet and uses them as a launchpad to talk about psychological health. Hilarious and inspiring.
My last recommendation is from Brazilian physical therapist @catiadamasceno. She may have started in PT, but this account (also known as Mulheres Bem Resolvidas) is a treasure trove for research-based, woman-centered sexual health and relationship content. I’ve followed her for years and laughed as much as I’ve learned – which is a lot. Also be sure to check out her YouTube channel for longer content.
Which accounts would you add?
Stay safe everyone!
love,
Stig
Cover photo: Nima Benati
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