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Showing posts with label style blog. Show all posts
So. I was interviewed by SmartBuyGlasses for their London Style feature, alongside Josie from FashionMumblr, Zara from MouldyFruit and Anneli Bush. HOW ABOUT THAT.
First of all, I was completely in the dark as to why they've picked me - as a complete non-established, non-famous (not even Insta-famous) blogger.
Second of all, I wanted to stay true to myself and not take myself too seriously in the interview. Despite, the fact I think I sound like a real plodhead in the feature, I'm absolutely loving the end result. If anyone else wants to write about me, please feel very welcome! .. Anyone?!
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| I did say I didn't take myself too seriously.. |
Youtube videos and lifestyle blogging was born from girls next door, who could just as easily be your pal or your friend's friend. I promise to continue being that person for you - regardless of whether you like my terrible jokes, poor diet or messy bedroom pictures. Thanks for sticking with me guys.
Read the full interview and London Blogger style feature here
And, in case you missed it, here's the sunglasses feature I did with SmartBuyGlasses earlier this year. I basically run around on Oxford Street and babble passionately about all my favourite things to wear and do in London. Wahey.
What do YOU think of my first ever feature? Do I sound like a proper dork? Tweet me your thoughts @FaceValueBlog or send me a comment on Facebook!
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London Blogger Style! Interviewed For SmartBuyGlasses
It's official! With temperatures falling into single digits, winter is here. Although I'm sad to see the end of Autumn, there is one reason for me to be please. It's a reason that's been hanging in my wardrobe for a few months now. Yes friends - it's time to wear my new coat!
I bought this navy wool and leather trenchcoat from The Kooples when on my summer holidays in France. The fact that The Kooples is french, coupled with a dip in foreign exchange meant that I saved almost 20% on the British retail price.
It still cost me £400 - which is basically the most I've ever spent on a coat butI'd just spent the week reading 'The Life-Changing Magic Of Tidying' by Marie Kondo and her mantra of only keeping and buying things that 'inspire joy' just... inspired the purchase?
In addition to inspiring joy, I figured that
1) It's a timeless, classic shape
2) I don't have any trenchcoats
3) I'd earned a bit of money reporting from London Fashion Week and I figured it may as well go back into the industry
4) It was 20% cheaper than buying it in the UK
All of the key points that led me to justifying that I would buy this as an investment (and then probably eat beans for the rest of the month). Will it pay off? Let's find out if I'm wearing it in a couple years time..
As an accountant, you know I'm all about value so my wardrobe is definitely not all designer labels. Today's outfit sees me mix this high-end investment coat with some $19 Levi's that I bought on sale in New York and a £15 Cluse watch that I bought second-hand from Depop.
Outfit Details
The Kooples Coat: Trench-Style Wool Broadcloth Coat with Leather Details £495
M&S Suede Footglove Ankle Boots £59: The heel is the perfect height, they are comfortable enough to wear all day. They come in Khaki too.
Meli Melo Utility Bag approx £200 - now discontinued but more details and pics here.
Levi's 501 CT jeans - £16 - Found these in the clearance section I'm going to be creating some more rips in my jeans myself soon. Should I do a DIY rip your jeans vid maybe?!
Cluse Imitation Watch £15 - second hand found on Depop (my fave)
If you're messy and a bit of a hoarder, I recommended reading the Marie Kondo book. I certainly approach buying things a bit differently now!
Previously, I'd always be about a bargain - but sometimes spending to save means you still spend. I now spend if I need to spend, and they end up being things that I really enjoy using and enjoy looking after now. Definitely recommend the book.
Are you ready for winter? What was the last "investment piece" that you bought?
Tweet me your thoughts @FaceValueBlog or send me a comment on Facebook!
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Winter What I Wore To Work: 50 Shades Of Blue with The Kooples Trenchcoat
It was literally this time last year that I was in California, celebrating my birthday in the sun and enjoying the sights in LA and Las Vegas. And with Coachella 2016 coming up, nothing brings on a case of the nostalgic blues like a YOUTUBE MONTAGE!
Today's post is also a little shopping list that I've done from the comfort of my sofa in case you need some outfit inspiration for what to wear .... OR if you just fancied treating yourself.
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Coachella Video and Festival Shopping List
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