Hiya guys!
I'm really sorry about the extremely chatty, quick posts from my side. What with my exams and such coming up - I have a lot to do and not so long to do it all! I hope you won't mind me taking a little bit of time away from here and putting that into my school work and my future. I thought it'd be a cute idea to do a little blog post on my recent favourite bloggers. Keep in mind, I am by no means a blogging 'expert' and I think it would be a stretch to even classify me as a 'blogger', but I know I love reading other peoples work and I think you might like some of them too. Apologies if you've heard, or you've read, the peoples blogs I list down below already - at least you now know that we have something in common. Also, note I don't mean that the bloggers I mention are new, but rather that I have either recently discovered their blog; or have recently really being enjoying their content. On with the blogs!
1. A Beautiful Mess
Oh, and what a freakin' gorgeous mess it is. The title tells no lie and the girls who run it are especially beautiful. If you want something happy, creative, lively or something just fun - they've got your back. Constant inspiration for me want to something more with my life, and to make everything a little bit more pretty. Definite, definite love.
Bloglovin'
Blog
2. Poppy Deyes
I was incredibly happy when Poppy Deyes went live with her own blog. Many of you may know her as the older sister of Alfie Deyes, but she is now becoming a big part of the beauty and lifestyle blogosphere. With her beautiful pictures, and her original and fun content, it's hard not to like what you see. Her blog itself is categorised into three different headings - travel, food and lifestyle - and aside from making it very easy to navigate through her posts, it also draws the whole site together. The design and theme of her blog is very simplistic, elegant and feminine and I am in love with it! So, so nice and congratulations to Ms. Deyes on the launch of an extremely successful blog.
Bloglovin'
Blog
3. Gh0st Parties
Holy moly! What a beautiful way to spend your time cosying up with a blanket and a cup of tea while scrolling through this blog. YES! I am aware of how big of a blog this already is, but it doesn't alter the fact that everything on here is absolutely beautiful and makes me want to have a blog like this one day. Gh0st Parties is all about beauty, interiors, lifestyle and travel (yes, yes, yes and YES), which really appeals to me. Although it may not take to everyone's fancy, I think it's safe to assume that anybody could appreciate the beauty and aesthetic of this blog.
Bloglovin'
Blog
If you hadn't already realised (or seen) I have a new handy gadget on the side of my blog which give you access to follow me by email, or follow my Bloglovin'. Anyway, I hope you've all had an absolutely lovely week, and as I head into my weekend, I'm sending lots of hugs.
Much love,
Duchess
Friday 28 August 2015
Saturday 22 August 2015
The Winter Tag: Australian Edition
Hello guys!
In Australia our winter is (slowly) drawing to a close. I would be lying if I said that I hadn't been craving the sun. We have been pretty lucky lately to have a few days when the sun made a hasty, but hot, appearance and for those few days, I soaked up the sun in content. I thought it would be fitting to do The Winter Tag. I know this tag is old, and consequently hasn't been doing rounds recently, but I don't think it really has a time stamp as it is a universal kind of thing.
Also, just wanted to let you know that my updates, over the course of the next few weeks probably aren't going to be as regular. I have all my major exams coming up, so I have to dedicated even more time to my studies Rest assured that after my exams, I already have planned a few quality ideas for some blog posts as I'm going to be travelling up the coast with my family. Watch this space! In the meantime, if you want to keep up to date with me, I'll be occasionally posting thing on my Twitter.
So, without further ado, I give you the Australian Winter Tag.
1. Do you like the cold?
No, I much prefer the heat. I love being able to spend long times in the sun, or going out with friends and family, or going to the beach, or just going for drives. However, there are some aspects of the cold which I do like.
2. What is your favourite part of Winter?
Friday and Saturday nights. That might sound a little random, but whenever I'm not busy on these nights, I love cuddling up in my bed and watching movies or having long marathons of television shows (crime shows, namely), or watching YouTube videos (no shame), or reading others blogs. I also love when I'm at home and it's raining, but I don't like when I'm out and it's raining - in that situation, I just feel miserable.
3. Does it snow where you live?
No, it doesn't. If you drive for about six hours, you'll hit snow.
4. What is you favourite Autumn/Winter scent?
I don't actually have many scents, but when I go out for formal events, I like to wear Burberry Brit.
5. What is your favourite item of clothing to wear in Winter?
I love to wear big jackets or coats. I have a hand me down jacket that my brother gave me for my birthday (which was featured in this blog post) which has been a staple in my wardrobe. It's comfy, and is often mistaken for a Burberry product, because of the inner lining, which makes me laugh (because there's no way I can afford it!)
6. What is you favourite Winter nail polish colour?
I love love love the Rimmel London Kate Moss Collection, of which I adore the Acid House nail polish shade (which was featured in this blog post). I don't really fancy my fingernails being painted all the time, because I hate how it looks when they chip, and I feel the need to take it all off, so I tend to just only put it on my toenails. When it chips on my toenails, I don't really taken any notice.
7. What is your favourite Winter lip product?
I get really dry, cracked lips during the colder months if I don't take care of them. It's for this reason that I tend to stick to what is popular, because they obviously are popular for a reason, or what is advised to me. I'll just say classic Maybelline New York Baby Lips, or Nivea Moisture.
8. What is you favourite Winter accessory?
Although I don't really tend to change, or mix up, my accessories, I do really like when people wear big, chunky rings. Unfortunately, I don't really wear statement accessories, but I do adore that look.
9. Coffee, tea or hot chocolate?
Ooh, I can't possibly choose from tea or hot chocolate. I'm not really a fan of coffee, I've always been a massive fan of hot chocolate, but I'm also a sucker for tea. I just love the variety that it offers - I love chai lattes a lot, but I also love a classic green tea. I've actually recently tried a green tea with coconut, which was interesting, and a green tea with chai in it, which I loved! If you are ever wanting to try a new brand of tea, which has so much variety, I would definitely recommend Higher Living. There is so much to choose from, and it all tastes so good!
10. What winter trend do you prefer: winged eyeliner or dark lips?
Considering I'm still a student, I don't really have the time to perfect either of these looks, or really a place to wear them. It's safe to say that I adore both of these looks so I really don't think I can choose. I am in awe of people who have the ability to do/pull off these trends though.
11. What is your most worn sweater?
Hmm... My collection of sweaters is limited, as I'm more of a jacket/coat kind of person myself. I do however love the Urban Outfitters and Free People Winter sweater collections. Maybe another blog post idea?
12. Skinny jeans or leggings?
Jeans, without a shadow of a doubt. I used to live in leggings, but for the past couple of years, I just love wearing jeans. There's so much diversity with them - ripped, boyfriend, skinny. Whatever you want. I just really like jeans, to the point that if I had to choose one pair of clothing to always wear, it would be them.
13. What song gets you in the mood for Winter/Autumn?
Honestly, I'm not really sure how to answer this question so I'm just going to say what songs I've been loving this Winter which has predominantly consisted of Henry Green's cover of Electric Feel.
14. What shoes do you tend to wear most in Winter?
I love to wear my Doc Martins (of which I recently acquired my second pair, second hand, from one of my friends), or any boots, or any detailed flats (I have a pair of lion ones from Rubi Shoes which I think look so nice with skinny jeans).
15. Have you ever gone ice skating? Are you any good at it?
I do occasionally go ice skating, and I have the ability to skate by myself, but I am in no way a good skater. I have a couple of friends who have grown up skating, or play ice sports, so they obviously are much better at skating than me, and that's what I'm comparing myself to.
That's all! I hope you guys have had a brilliant week and that you're all safe and healthy.
Much love,
Duchess
In Australia our winter is (slowly) drawing to a close. I would be lying if I said that I hadn't been craving the sun. We have been pretty lucky lately to have a few days when the sun made a hasty, but hot, appearance and for those few days, I soaked up the sun in content. I thought it would be fitting to do The Winter Tag. I know this tag is old, and consequently hasn't been doing rounds recently, but I don't think it really has a time stamp as it is a universal kind of thing.
Also, just wanted to let you know that my updates, over the course of the next few weeks probably aren't going to be as regular. I have all my major exams coming up, so I have to dedicated even more time to my studies Rest assured that after my exams, I already have planned a few quality ideas for some blog posts as I'm going to be travelling up the coast with my family. Watch this space! In the meantime, if you want to keep up to date with me, I'll be occasionally posting thing on my Twitter.
So, without further ado, I give you the Australian Winter Tag.
1. Do you like the cold?
No, I much prefer the heat. I love being able to spend long times in the sun, or going out with friends and family, or going to the beach, or just going for drives. However, there are some aspects of the cold which I do like.
2. What is your favourite part of Winter?
Friday and Saturday nights. That might sound a little random, but whenever I'm not busy on these nights, I love cuddling up in my bed and watching movies or having long marathons of television shows (crime shows, namely), or watching YouTube videos (no shame), or reading others blogs. I also love when I'm at home and it's raining, but I don't like when I'm out and it's raining - in that situation, I just feel miserable.
3. Does it snow where you live?
No, it doesn't. If you drive for about six hours, you'll hit snow.
4. What is you favourite Autumn/Winter scent?
I don't actually have many scents, but when I go out for formal events, I like to wear Burberry Brit.
5. What is your favourite item of clothing to wear in Winter?
I love to wear big jackets or coats. I have a hand me down jacket that my brother gave me for my birthday (which was featured in this blog post) which has been a staple in my wardrobe. It's comfy, and is often mistaken for a Burberry product, because of the inner lining, which makes me laugh (because there's no way I can afford it!)
6. What is you favourite Winter nail polish colour?
I love love love the Rimmel London Kate Moss Collection, of which I adore the Acid House nail polish shade (which was featured in this blog post). I don't really fancy my fingernails being painted all the time, because I hate how it looks when they chip, and I feel the need to take it all off, so I tend to just only put it on my toenails. When it chips on my toenails, I don't really taken any notice.
7. What is your favourite Winter lip product?
I get really dry, cracked lips during the colder months if I don't take care of them. It's for this reason that I tend to stick to what is popular, because they obviously are popular for a reason, or what is advised to me. I'll just say classic Maybelline New York Baby Lips, or Nivea Moisture.
8. What is you favourite Winter accessory?
Although I don't really tend to change, or mix up, my accessories, I do really like when people wear big, chunky rings. Unfortunately, I don't really wear statement accessories, but I do adore that look.
9. Coffee, tea or hot chocolate?
Ooh, I can't possibly choose from tea or hot chocolate. I'm not really a fan of coffee, I've always been a massive fan of hot chocolate, but I'm also a sucker for tea. I just love the variety that it offers - I love chai lattes a lot, but I also love a classic green tea. I've actually recently tried a green tea with coconut, which was interesting, and a green tea with chai in it, which I loved! If you are ever wanting to try a new brand of tea, which has so much variety, I would definitely recommend Higher Living. There is so much to choose from, and it all tastes so good!
10. What winter trend do you prefer: winged eyeliner or dark lips?
Considering I'm still a student, I don't really have the time to perfect either of these looks, or really a place to wear them. It's safe to say that I adore both of these looks so I really don't think I can choose. I am in awe of people who have the ability to do/pull off these trends though.
11. What is your most worn sweater?
Hmm... My collection of sweaters is limited, as I'm more of a jacket/coat kind of person myself. I do however love the Urban Outfitters and Free People Winter sweater collections. Maybe another blog post idea?
12. Skinny jeans or leggings?
Jeans, without a shadow of a doubt. I used to live in leggings, but for the past couple of years, I just love wearing jeans. There's so much diversity with them - ripped, boyfriend, skinny. Whatever you want. I just really like jeans, to the point that if I had to choose one pair of clothing to always wear, it would be them.
13. What song gets you in the mood for Winter/Autumn?
Honestly, I'm not really sure how to answer this question so I'm just going to say what songs I've been loving this Winter which has predominantly consisted of Henry Green's cover of Electric Feel.
14. What shoes do you tend to wear most in Winter?
I love to wear my Doc Martins (of which I recently acquired my second pair, second hand, from one of my friends), or any boots, or any detailed flats (I have a pair of lion ones from Rubi Shoes which I think look so nice with skinny jeans).
15. Have you ever gone ice skating? Are you any good at it?
I do occasionally go ice skating, and I have the ability to skate by myself, but I am in no way a good skater. I have a couple of friends who have grown up skating, or play ice sports, so they obviously are much better at skating than me, and that's what I'm comparing myself to.
That's all! I hope you guys have had a brilliant week and that you're all safe and healthy.
Much love,
Duchess
Tuesday 18 August 2015
Favourite Youtubers: Editing Edition
Hey guys!
So as many of you know, I'm a huge supporter of many forms of media spread throughout the internet. I love reading, watching and listening to other peoples content whenever I can. The fact that it is now so easy, efficient and accessible for a person to create and for people to witness other people's work still blows my mind to this day. You'll then understand my love for Youtube and videos in general. I will be the first to admit that making videos and uploading them has crossed my mind many a times, but right now, I don't think I'm mature enough or ready to do expose that much on the internet. For now, I'm happy with maintaining a blog.
Anyway, one of my favourite parts of Youtube is observing peoples videos (obviously), but also witnessing many different editing styles and how people put their art together. Now, I have never restricted myself to any one 'genre' on Youtube, and I tend to jump around a bit, but I though it would be a nice to compile a list of my favourite editors of videos. Maybe this will be an opportunity for you reading to experience some more Youtubers, and gain even more understanding into the sort of person I am.
Below I will name them, attach a link to their Youtube channels, and include an example of a video(s) they have made which displays why I like their editing so much. Without further ado, my favourite Youtube editors.
1. Will Darbyshire
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeD3VwVu0HzIkPbLwl1D_VA
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAkP51BEzkKimJh7KDflx_g
So as many of you know, I'm a huge supporter of many forms of media spread throughout the internet. I love reading, watching and listening to other peoples content whenever I can. The fact that it is now so easy, efficient and accessible for a person to create and for people to witness other people's work still blows my mind to this day. You'll then understand my love for Youtube and videos in general. I will be the first to admit that making videos and uploading them has crossed my mind many a times, but right now, I don't think I'm mature enough or ready to do expose that much on the internet. For now, I'm happy with maintaining a blog.
Anyway, one of my favourite parts of Youtube is observing peoples videos (obviously), but also witnessing many different editing styles and how people put their art together. Now, I have never restricted myself to any one 'genre' on Youtube, and I tend to jump around a bit, but I though it would be a nice to compile a list of my favourite editors of videos. Maybe this will be an opportunity for you reading to experience some more Youtubers, and gain even more understanding into the sort of person I am.
Below I will name them, attach a link to their Youtube channels, and include an example of a video(s) they have made which displays why I like their editing so much. Without further ado, my favourite Youtube editors.
1. Will Darbyshire
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeD3VwVu0HzIkPbLwl1D_VA
2. Ben Brown
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAkP51BEzkKimJh7KDflx_g
3. Jenn Im (clothesencounters)
https://www.youtube.com/user/clothesencounters
4. Victoria Macgrath (Inthefrow)
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyxZB7SqkRFqij18X1rDYHQ
5. Karlie Kloss (Klossy)
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH5Qu8Sd-m-7Zk4xc_J5VzA
It is important to note that the last video was produced by the talented Casey Neistat (https://www.youtube.com/user/caseyneistat) who is another very talented Youtuber.
I hope you enjoyed this post and the Youtubers and videos I put into it!
Much love,
Duchess
Saturday 8 August 2015
Bucketlist #4
Yoo-hoo!
Happy to announce bucketlist #4. I'm not sure if you guys are honestly enjoying this series, but I thought it was a convenient, efficient way to communicate will you all about how I feel and what I want to do. You'll not believe the depths I had to go to from my tired, dusty mind to come up with these. Dreams I used to wish have long been forgotten, but are recently being brought back up to the surface. Here are some of them.
31.Feel comfortable in my own skin
32.Own my own car (or have my own car... Money is tight!)
33. Work until I no longer have to introduce myself
34. Live in an apartment
35. Have a job that lets me travel
36. Have my own signature make up look
37.Take a decent selfie (the last time I took a selfie was with my brother... About 6 months ago)
38. Get myself a DSLR camera and all the gear to go with it
39. Spend a day abroad with just me and my camera (mentioned above)
40. Learn how to contour properly (!)
I hope you're all having a lovely day and I see your gorgeous face back here soon. Sending lots of warm hugs and cuddles just in case you're not having that good of a day. I am always here for you.
Much love,
Duchess
Happy to announce bucketlist #4. I'm not sure if you guys are honestly enjoying this series, but I thought it was a convenient, efficient way to communicate will you all about how I feel and what I want to do. You'll not believe the depths I had to go to from my tired, dusty mind to come up with these. Dreams I used to wish have long been forgotten, but are recently being brought back up to the surface. Here are some of them.
31.
32.
33. Work until I no longer have to introduce myself
34. Live in an apartment
35. Have a job that lets me travel
36. Have my own signature make up look
37.
38. Get myself a DSLR camera and all the gear to go with it
39. Spend a day abroad with just me and my camera (mentioned above)
40. Learn how to contour properly (!)
I hope you're all having a lovely day and I see your gorgeous face back here soon. Sending lots of warm hugs and cuddles just in case you're not having that good of a day. I am always here for you.
Much love,
Duchess
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