Advice & stories

At Rosette la Vedette, we bring colour to darker days. Not only with beautiful headwear, but also with honest tips and heartwarming stories from people going through the same experience as you. In plain language, with a positive touch and plenty of photos and videos. Because the better informed you are, the stronger you’ll feel, right?

Anja en Marjan: wat als na kanker ook nog eens de lockdown toeslaat?

Anja and Marjan: Coping with Cancer Recovery During Lockdown

We don’t need to tell you that a long cancer treatment often feels a lot like quarantine: you’re tired, more vulnerable to illness, less active and less social. No wonder you look forward to the ti...

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Mag ik eigenlijk wel zonnen tijdens de chemokuur?

Can You Sunbathe During Chemotherapy?

We all know how often we hear that sunlight is good for us. It strengthens our bones, boosts our immune system, and brightens our mood. There’s nothing more refreshing than clear light and pleasant...

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Genoeg water drinken: met deze 3 tips en weetjes lukt het je zeker!

Staying Hydrated During Chemo: 3 Easy Tips That Really Work

Drink plenty — that’s the golden rule. And not just on extremely hot days. When you’re undergoing chemotherapy or taking other medication, hydration is essential to flush out toxins and prevent deh...

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"Blijft jullie webshop open tijdens de lockdown wegens corona?"

Is Our Webshop Open During the Corona Lockdown?

Dear customers,Over the past few days we’ve been asked so often whether our webshop is closing that I decided to dedicate today’s blogpost to it. The answer is: NOT YET! We’re still shipping your s...

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Wat als een vriend(in) kanker krijgt: 4 do’s en don’ts

What to Do (and Not Do) When a Friend Has Cancer

When a friend is diagnosed with cancer, it’s normal to feel uncertain about how best to respond. Maybe you avoid the topic out of fear of saying the wrong thing. Or you overwhelm your friend with u...

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Positivo Nele na een hobbelig kankerparcours: “Ik pik zoveel mogelijk mee in het leven”

Nele’s Story: Staying Positive Through Four Cancer Diagnoses

For years, Nele has lived under a dark shadow: she has been diagnosed with cancer four times. Five years after her last treatment, she shares her zest for life, her hunger to enjoy it all, and what...

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Jovita on Living with Alopecia: “I Hope Baldness Becomes More Normal One Day”

Jovita finds it difficult that baldness is so quickly associated with cancer. In reality, she has an autoimmune disease that causes hair loss. “I’m glad I can wear Rosette la Vedette hats and scarv...

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Hoe vertel je op het werk dat je kanker hebt?

How to Tell Your Workplace You Have Cancer

Sharing bad news is never easy. And when it’s about yourself, it becomes even harder. How do you let people at work know you have cancer? Do you tell all your colleagues? And how do you deal with t...

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Casual of gekleed? Met je Valetta-mutsje of -sjaaltje kies jij je look!

Casual or Chic? Style Your Look with the Valetta Chemo Hat or Scarf

Looking for an easy-to-style and fashionable chemo hat or scarf? Go for a cool blue design with a colorful print. With a pattern like this, you can create any look — from casual to chic and festive...

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