Showing posts with label me. Show all posts
Showing posts with label me. Show all posts

Wednesday, 29 June 2016

Twenty on Twenty

Today marks my twentieth birthday, and now that I am no longer a teenager (cries) I feel like I'm in a good position to look back on my twenty years to see what I've learnt.

  • If you don't want or enjoy the same things as your friends that is ok. 
  • Balance is always key. Always. 
  • As tempting as it is, don't spend all your money on clothes and other inessentials. There are always other things that will bring you more happiness. 
  • Your age does not define your abilities. 
  • Live in the now, not the future or the past. 
  • Always be humble and kind. 
  • Comparison really is the thief of joy. Comparing yourself to someone else really will make you miserable. 
  • A good night's sleep can solve almost anything. 
  • Regular exercise is important and will make you feel incredible. So force yourself to do it even if you don't want to.
  • You really do get to a point where you don't care what other people think. 
  • It is important to make a bit of time for yourself on an everyday basis. Even if it is just a quick soak in the bath. 
  • The more effort you put into something, the more you get out of it. 
  • It is really easy to keep plants alive, no matter what people say. Just remember to water them. 
  • Friendships come and go, it's not the worst thing in the world. 
  • If you want something, ask for it. 
  • Ditch the makeup wipes. A good skincare routine is essential. 
  • Everyone feels scared about growing up at some point, no matter how much they might hide it. 
  • Having a driving license changes everything.
  • It is incredibly difficult to eat Ben and Jerry's off a plate. #firstworldproblems
  • Nothing will ever be as hard as life as a teenager. Nothing.




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Sunday, 12 April 2015

Running A Blog Whilst At University


When I first started blogging, I had all the time in the world. No school, no college, no uni, no job - nothing. Nothing there to fill my day-to-day life. I could finally start my blog because I finally had enough time on my hands to get it up and running. Now I am a full time university student with deadlines, commitments and a bustling/hectic life. At times, this can get in the way of my precious blog, but as time goes on I am getting continually better at managing my time effectively.

On my desk at university, I have a weekly planner/schedule that I bought from Paperchase. It has every day of the week in a handy table, with enough room for you to write out important events and things you need to remember for each day. Sort of like a calendar. But a more short term and planned out calendar.  Besides this, I also have a yearly calendar that I printed out. This helps me plan when I am going to post new blogposts and keep track of whats going out when. This is incredibly useful for those of you who like to schedule your blog posts in advance. 

To make sure I get all my work done I make regular To-Do Lists which help me stay on track of my tasks and guarantee that I am organised, productive and manage my time effectively.

For on-the-go ideas, I make sure I carry a notepad and a pen in my handbag at all times - just incase an apple falls on my head and gives me a great idea.
Along with the notepad, you will never find me without my iPhone. Long are the days since you have to carry a massive File-O-Fax around everywhere. Nowadays your phone can store every single piece of important information you  will ever need. With all these handy apps to help you with your time management, you will never be late again!

Thanks for reading!
Love Charlotte x
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Saturday, 17 January 2015

Light It Up

If you read my best of 2014 post, you'll know that last year was really a year of experimentation for me. I started wearing types of products that I'd steered clear for pretty much my entire makeup wearing life. One of these was highlighters.

If you’re a fan of subtlety when it comes to wearing highlighters (like me) and you’re into creamy, blendable products then there’s no reason why you wouldn’t love the NARS Illuminator in Copacabana. Out of my selection, this one comes up trumps looking the most natural. It gives that natural finish whilst still saying ‘hello I’m here’. It isn't one of the cheapest options out there so if you're on more a limited budget you may want to take a look at the No7 Skin Illuminator Radiance Boosting Beauty Fluid which is a good dupe at an even better price.  Being cream textures, the shine-level depends on how much you use and how much you blend it out, but for me these are more of a day time highlight as they look a lot more natural.

On more of an evening/night out basis these are what I reach for the most. As an all-over powder/highlighter hybrid the Soap and Glory Glow All Out Luminising Face Powder is fab. There’s a slight iridescence to it, that when lightly applied to the whole face it doesn’t make me look like I just rolled in glitter. It adds a glow and if I want to concentrate it on the cheek I go in a little heavier. 

My most recent purchase is the Charlotte Tilbury Film Star Bronze and Glow. Now I have long lusted after this classic and I must say the packaging was one of the reasons why. Who could resist the stunning art deco inspired casing? It’s a tad lighter in tone than the others so is perhaps one for paler gals to look into. 



Got any recommendations of your own? 
Would love to know what you use!


Thanks for reading!

Love Charlotte x

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