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When You've Hit A Wall With Your Idea's
All bloggers will encounter this feeling at some point. Recently I felt like I had a hit a wall with the idea's and content that I was producing. It's all too easy to get stuck into a routine with your posts and stick to what feels comfortable. Today I wanted to share a few ways to shake up your process so that you never have to feel like you've run out of ideas again.
Styling The Breton
This post has been a long time coming. My love for the striped Breton is common knowledge around this corner of the internet. Whenever I do a style related post there is always something of a striped nature included. However, I've never dedicated a whole post to my favourite clothing piece. The classic Breton is something I think every girl should own, they're incredibly versatile and can be worn all year round. So here is a few ways I like to style them.
Because Going Makeup Free Is Almost As Good As Wearing It
I never thought I would be writing this post. Makeup for so long was my security blanket for bad skin and I never went a day without applying it. This summer I've worn makeup only a handful of times and I feel awesome for it. My skin has never looked better and I feel much happier in myself for it. Of course, I love wearing makeup and the process of applying it is something I really look forward to. But foregoing that step has been making me just as happy too lately.
Why Your 20's Aren't So Terrible
For a lot of my 20's I thought they were some of the crappiest years of my life. Like most people I went to university and thought when I graduated, I would totally have my life figured out. Wrong, oh so wrong. Graduating was a big crash into the real adult world, you see at university you're still in this little bubble where you're given some responsibility yes, but it's nothing like the years after term time. I read so many blog posts on why your twenties are terrible and yes they are difficult, but in a lot of ways they're kind of great
Talking Toner
Toner is the marmite product of the skincare world. You either love it or hate it. For years, I didn't understand the point of a toner, did I need it? Now, they're a crucial part of my skincare routine. Ever since I introduced the combination of an acidic toner followed up by something with hydrating properties I've noticed a huge difference in the condition of my complexion. So if you feel like I once did about toner then keep on reading!
Making Your Space Minimal But Personal
Minimal clean spaces are something that I'm a big fan of. You only need to take a glance at my interiors Pinterest board to see that. However, I'm not a fan of an environment that is so minimal that it feels clinical and sterile. So here are a few ways I've found to making my space feel homely whilst still maintaining the minimal aesthetic.
The Best Me Time Activities
A few weeks ago I shared why it's so important to take out time to yourself. Time to do whatever you please without an ounce of guilt or having to bear anybody else in mind. So today I thought that I would share with you a few of my favourite me-time activities.
Creating Light, Bright & Airy Images
A question I'm frequently asked is how I get my images so bright & airy. There are a few key elements to take into consideration when going for this aesthetic. Over the years, I've really practiced the art of getting such airy images and here are the best lessons I can share.
What I've Been Wearing In July
July was a funny old month weather wise, it was hot, humid, sticky and then it rained a lot. So my outfit choices have been a mixed bag. Of course, I've been wearing my trench coat an awful lot and you can see what I've been pairing that with here. So without any more typical British weather chat here is what I've been wearing in July.