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Tag: 2012

  • This Year | 2012 was the year I…

    2012 round up header
    left my teenage years behind
    finished 2nd year at University with a 2:1
    started a professional Marketing placement for the year
    co-created a collaborative book blog with Erin called Blogger’s Bookshelf
    found some amazing new blogs & Internet acquaintances through them
    experienced national pride via the Diamond Jubilee & the 2012 Olympic Games
    hosted my first giveaway
    secured a place at LeakyCon 2013 with my best friend
    discovered a love for beauty products
    visited the Harry Potter Studio Tour
    went to watch the London 2012 Paralympic Games
    started writing a book that had been sitting in my head since I was 14
    saw McFLY for the 3rd time
    visited Portobello Market, Stratford & Shakespeare’s birthplace & Camden (again)!
    finished 10+ books
    celebrated 100 followers on here
    officially hit 2 years blogging 

    It’s crazy to think all of the has happened and so much more too! In my mind 2012 was a total roller coaster, and it’s times like these I’m glad I have a blog so I can actually remember what I’ve actually done. I had some pretty rough patches but looking back have achieved more than I’d ever hoped to despite having gone in completely different directions to what I have planned…but am eternally grateful for it. 
    That being said, I’m so ready for 2013. A new year is just what I need to kick me into high gear!

    Happy New Year guys!
    Keep on wishing…
    xoxo

  • This Week…

    Instagram 30-12-12– Caramelatte Nero catch up with friends – …and Bucks Fizz after Christmas Eve mass – Christmasssss – My presents :) – Me & le sis in our onsies – So jealous of my sister’s Christmas present – The mug I got my dad – Cocktails at 11am? Yeah ok – Catching up on much needed Lego Harry Potter time with my sister – Started Catcher in the Rye – Surprised with just how far Blogger’s Bookshelf has come in the past few months! – Pretty much summing up my whole Christmas week…lazing around in my pjs –

    Just a quick one this week (as I literally have to leave the house in a bit). I hope you’ve all had a lovely Christmas! I certainly have enjoyed a week of rest and relaxation – when I’ve not been working my retail job at least lol. I got some lovely Christmas presents this year from the fam, my favourite being a lovely little bottle of Burberry ‘Weekend’ from my parents – which I’ll probably review at some point. There’s been lots of much needed catch ups with friends over the past few weeks as well as the dawning realisation that I really need to sort my life out. I’m determined to make the most of 2013, after planning stuff in my new diary it’s looking like a busy one already but lots to look forward to!

    Keep on wishing…
    R.xoxo


  • 2012 New Year’s Style Resolutions revisited

    Remember this? This was my second year setting Style Resolutions and I think I fared a little better this year…

    #1 Business attire

    ReviewWorkwear 
    I think I hit the nail on the head with this one. Since starting placement I’ve also started my ‘A Year In Work Wear’ daily diary on Instagram and I’m pretty sure I keep this up until my contract finishes next year. I’m still testing out the ropes though, I know I can be a bit more creative but I like the challenge of trying to be practical, stylish yet professional at work!

    #2 Good quality basic wardrobe
    ReviewBasic
    Eh…I kinda did this I guess. I’ve gotten a few bits here and there, Zara basics, a new wool winter coat from Forever 21 etc but I could’ve done better. My failure on this part was probably due to wanting to save for other things rather then spend on clothes this year – shocking I know! This will be one to bring back in 2013 I think.

    #3 Find the perfect leather bag

    ReviewLeatherBag 
    Ok this was a definite fail. None the less I have two fab bags, from New Look and Urban Outfitters respectively that have that leather look and have kept up appearances since I’ve gotten them, so not so much of a failure…either that or I’m subconsciously pining over a Knomo tote.

    #4 Experiment with hairstyles/accessories 
    ReviewHair
    This was the second year I tried to do this and I’ve failed once again, simply due to lack of time to even do my hair. That being said, I’m taking much better care of my hair than I did before, especially when it comes to heat styling it. This is probably a resolution that should be laid to rest if I’m honest…
    #5 Invest in independent retailers

    ReviewHandmade
    A half done one because most of my support has been done off camera. Even if I didn’t blog about it, I did spend more time taking on the world of Etsy for unique presents. I managed to get two posts out about independent boutiques and my giveaway showcased a lovely handmade necklace from LauraLoves. The foundations are laid for this one, I’m much more enthusiastic to find and spend on independent retailers than I was pre-2012!

    So not too bad, a lot of these ended up as half done. But at least I tried! Look out in the New Year for a new set of resolutions for 2013!
    Keep on wishing…
    R.xoxo