Keeping the chill away on late summer evenings that feel a bit brisk
Imagine that it’s been a pleasant September day, and you’re outdoors happily socialising. Then, the sun goes down, and you’re freezing. Without cutting the fun short, what can you do? Ideally, you’ll pop on some extra layers, fetch a wool rug or gather round a fire pit and carry on your fun.
In reality, you could try:
‘Borrowing’ clothes Bust out the Apprentice-style negotiations – friends don’t really need both arms of their cardie, do they?
Drinking something warm A hot cider will probably fit the bill.
Make sure you’re not sitting on a cold surface, as it’ll make you cooler.
Gentle exercise will warm you up, although avoid any sweating. Just five push-ups then?
Eating: purely to get your metabolism up, obviously.
Stuff your clothes with scrunched-up newspaper (more useful if you’re in trousers, rather than a skirt).
Or, erm, take the gathering indoors. Now that’s nice and toasty...
This advice is from our Miscellany pages in our September issue, which are full of more facts, fun and random silliness. Buy this month's The Simple Things - buy, download or subscribe
