November Round Up

Sorry, I'm so late with the round-up this month, I was away gallivanting at the end of last week so was away from my computer. We've had so many amazing posts shared on our Facebook this month, it's soo tough narrowing it down to only 10. Go and look through our Facebook to check out the rest of November's posts there's some seriously good stuff there.

Top 10 Posts Of The Month

1. Our very own Emily from Frankly Ms Shankly with a spooky outfit and convincing all of us that spooky style isn't just for Halloween http://www.franklymsshankly.com/2016/11/ootd-everyday-is-halloween.html
2. Alice from Twenty Something City shared what she learnt from her no spend October. Sounds like a great challenge - anyone fancy a no spend January https://twentysomethinglifeandstyle.com/2016/11/06/what-the-october-no-buy-challenge-taught-me/
3. Talor Gilchrist has managed, to sum up 2016 in food the Talor way https://talorgilchrist.wordpress.com/2016/11/09/10-foods-that-have-defined-2016/
4. Lyndsey from The Quiet Resolution has been chatting about why she loves beauty and that enjoying makeup and skincare doesn't make you vain http://www.thequietresolution.co.uk/2016/11/why-i-love-beauty.html
5. Kimberley from Wardrobe Conversations has been thinking about the strange world of social media friendships and that awkward moment you meet people in real life (and obviously how much she loves all Edinburgh Bloggers) http://www.wardrobeconversations.com/2016/11/styled-by-kimberley-winter.html
6. Amy from The Luminous Life has been sharing her top ten tips for getting the most out of your workout http://www.theluminouslife.co.uk/2016/11/my-top-tips-for-getting-most-out-of.html
7. Ruth from Urbanity Blog shared all the details from the Herald Fashion Awards - which by the way she won http://www.urbanity-blog.com/2016/11/herald-fashion-awards.html
8. Lucie from Tetris and (Cheese)Cakes shared some great tips for newbie vegans or anyone else interested in a plant based diet https://tetrisandcheesecakes.com/2016/11/18/newbie-vegan-5-handy-tips-for-going-plant-based-cruelty-free/
9. Sonja from Migrating Miss has pulled together a list of free (and not so free) things to do in Edinburgh if you fancy being a tourist in your own city http://www.migratingmiss.com/ultimate-guide-to-the-top-free-not-so-free-things-to-do-in-edinburgh/
10. Lauren from The Luxe List has been helping fill our luxury wishlists all month she even convinced us all we need designer shampoo https://luxelist.me/2016/11/22/philip-b/

Blogmas/Vlogmas

It's that time of year again when we all start to think about Christmas and some of you are even taking part in Blogmas/Vlogmas. Blogmas/Vlogmas is when bloggers post or vlog every day in the run-up to Christmas. Trust me this isn't as easy as it sounds. I sit around the house all day and struggle to get 5 posts up a week so have so much respect for anyone who can post daily whilst working a full-time job. 

I've had a look and found a few Edinburgh Bloggers taking part this year.

• Ellie Logan - http://www.desperatelyseekinglifestyle.com/
• Talor Gilchrist - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKjpxB5LZl9B4-b1bIwsFpg
• Joanne Kilday (Fashion Polaroids) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuVDVUqGnVIdvzzORms9NoA
• Louise Brown (The Little Things) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhUBVBdoImgXz6CDckiwPw

The team at Edinburgh Bloggers want to know who's doing Blogmas/Vlogmas so we can get behind you and share your posts/vlogs. Please comment below or tweet us (@EdinburghBlogg) to get added to the list

Congratulations

Before I go I wanted to say massive congratulations to Ruth from Urbanity Blog for winning Scottish Blogger of the Year at last month's Herald Fashion Awards. 

And to everyone else remember that awards are nice but blogging is about so much more than that and you all have amazing blogs which you should be proud of (trust me I read through all your posts every month).

Hope everyone has a great December

Jen

October Round Up

Can you believe it's time for another round-up post again? From the looks of things October has been another busy month for all the Edinburgh bloggers. We had 96 new posts shared on our Facebook group plus much more via Twitter. As you can imagine narrowing them down to only 10 for this post isn't an easy task. If you have time make sure you scroll through all the posts shared on Facebook as there are some real gems on there.

Top 10 Posts of the Month

1. Sonja from Migrating Miss shared why she thinks off season is the perfect time to travel, especially in Europe. http://www.migratingmiss.com/why-off-season-is-the-best-time-to-travel-in-europe/


2. Franca from Oranges and Apples wrote a fascinating post on her thoughts on the #WeAreScotland hashtag and what it means to identify as Scottish (or not) http://www.oranges-and-apples.com/2016/10/some-thoughts-sparked-by-wearescotland.html


3. Talor Gilchrist shared the many reasons why she doesn't like pumpkin spiced lattes, in her usual humorous way (and says what we're all thinking) https://talorgilchrist.wordpress.com/2016/10/11/dear-pumpkin-spice-lattes/


4. Who doesn't love a good wedding! Jennie Stamp has shared a few of her beautiful wedding pictures this month. Congratulations Jennie! http://jenniestamp.com/our-pinterest-wedding/


5. Chloe from Glamour Globe has been thinking about ways to become a more conscious consumer and share brands designed to last. http://www.glamourglobe.com/buy-me-once-brands-designed-to-last/


6. I've been thinking about being a conscious consumer too and asking whether or not ethical fashion is only for the wealthy or can everyone enjoy ethical fashion http://tartanbrunette.co.uk/2016/10/is-ethical-fashion-only-for-the-wealthy.html/


7. Louise from The Little Things has got me excited about the party season with her party outfit featuring a pretty lace playsuit. http://www.littlethings.org.uk/2016/10/styling-a-lace-playsuit-party-season/


8. Alice from Twenty Something City has been sharing her tips building great outfits using clothes you already have in your wardrobe. https://twentysomethinglifeandstyle.com/2016/10/22/all-in-the-details-how-to-build-an-outfit-with-impact/


9. Amy from The Luminous Life has been sharing some great tips on getting a better nights sleep, which I'm sure we can all use. http://www.theluminouslife.co.uk/2016/10/all-you-need-is-sleep-tips-to-help-you.html 


10. Lucie from Tetris and (cheese)cakes wrote a great post on why it shouldn't matter what you dress up as for Halloween and that the only opinion on your costume which counts is your own. https://tetrisandcheesecakes.com/2016/10/24/blogtober-19-be-your-best-harley/ 

Halloween Fun 

• Emily from Frankly Ms Shankly getting a little witchy http://www.franklymsshankly.com/2016/10/ootd-witch-please.html


• Talor tried Halloween Jalapeno Mummies https://talorgilchrist.wordpress.com/2016/10/26/talor-tries-halloween-jalapeno-mummies/


• Kimberley explored Edinburgh's haunted pubs https://kimberleyinthecity.com/2016/10/30/edinburghs-haunted-pubs/


• I had a scary experience in the South Bridge Vaults http://tartanbrunette.co.uk/2016/10/south-bridge-vaults.html/


• Lucie threw a Halloween party https://tetrisandcheesecakes.com/2016/10/31/blogtober-28-happy-halloween/ and dressed up as a bumblebee https://tetrisandcheesecakes.com/2016/10/29/blogtober-27-b-is-for-bumblebee/

A special mention has to go to the lovely ladies at Wardrobe Conversations for their creative unlikely style/horror icon series giving us plenty of Halloween costume ideas

• http://www.wardrobeconversations.com/2016/10/unlikely-horror-icon-lydia-deetz.html


• http://www.wardrobeconversations.com/2016/10/unlikely-horror-icon-beetlejuice.html


• http://www.wardrobeconversations.com/2016/10/unlikely-style-icon-barb-stranger-things.html


• http://www.wardrobeconversations.com/2016/10/unlikely-style-icon-sam-moonrise-kingdom.html


• http://www.wardrobeconversations.com/2016/10/unlikely-style-icon-suzy-moonrise.html

News/Updates

• Talor has started vlogging. Make sure you check out her channel and subscribe https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8PonBv8S1TmvPEPJ8Dn9x-dbHNIEHkDw&app=desktop


• Lisa has just started a new blog - http://whatlisadidnext.com/


• Franca has given her blog Oranges and Apples a facelift, make sure you check out the swish new design http://www.oranges-and-apples.com/


• The luxe List has also had redesign so go and check out the new look site http://luxelist.me/


• Ruth featured in Austin Thomson's video on how to dye hair blue. How amazing does her blue hair look? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=epiW9iPOPEw&feature=youtu.be&app=desktop


• Lucie has completed Blogtober and written her longest post to date https://tetrisandcheesecakes.com/2016/11/01/happy-world-vegan-day/


• The Little Things has a new Youtube channel, make sure you subscribe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYhUBVBdoImgXz6CDckiwPw


• Dulcet Dreams has returned to blogging after a 6-month break, check out her latest posts https://carolinemcquistin.wordpress.com/


• Sonia is nearly at 2500 Instagram followers, help her hit this major milestone by following https://www.instagram.com/layoutlines/

Favourite Posts of the Week

I wanted to try something new to help promote some of the amazing Edinburgh Bloggers by sharing my 5 favourite blog posts from the week. If you want your latest post to be included, make sure you are on our blog roll so we can find you.

In no particular order here are my 5 favourite posts from this week:

Ultimo Styling. Ultimo Fun by Little Kaatie's Little Thoughts.
Katie has been sharing all the details from the recent Ultimo event at Jenners. Now I may be bias since I was also at the event, but this was one of the most creative and exciting events Edinburgh has had in a while. When else to you get free run to try on clothes and have your photos taken in Jenners. Katie looks so beautiful in her pictures (when doesn't she) and has made me want to go check out the Ultimo range in Jenners.

Reflections on Recovery by Urbanity Blog
A vulnerable and honest post from Ruth sharing her own journey to recovery. Ruth reflects on her experience of anorexia and the important factors in her journey to recovery. This must have been a difficult post to write (and put online) and I'm proud of the positive steps Ruth has taken to aid her own recovery - she is one inspiring woman.

I Dream of Shapes x Flaminosaurus Rex by Wardrobe Conversations
Kimberley from Wardrobe Conversations has been sharing all the gossip (and behind the scenes pics) from the recent bloggers photo shoot for local brand I Dream of Shapes, which will be stocked in Flaminosaurus Rex (a new studio/shop in Bruntsfield). You'll fall in love with the clothes and will be queuing up to be part of the next photo shoot after reading this post.

Have you met...Tuk Tuk? by Talor Gilchrist
Talor is talking to Indian restaurant Tuk Tuk in this weeks post. Be warned this post contains food pictures which will make you crave a curry. Talking to the owners is a unique method of working with a restaurant as a blogger. As a reader its interesting to hear the owners thoughts on their own restaurant and the photos make me want a curry right now.

How to Start a Youtube Channel by Layoutlines
A good old fashioned advice post over on Layoutlines this week. This post will be incrediably useful to anyone thinking of venturing in the world of Youtube. Sonia covers all the basics involved in developing a Youtube channel as well as sharing an insight into her own experience.

So there you have it my favourite posts by Edinburgh Bloggers from the week. Let me know your favourites in the comments and let me know if you have a post you'd like included in next week's post.

Jen x

Blogger of the Month - Love From Scotland

Our first 2016 Blogger of the Month is the lovely Kate (Smidge) from Love From Scotland, a Scottish travel blog based right here in Edinburgh. 

Tell us a little about your blog?

Love from Scotland is a personal travel blog about living in Scotland, as simple as that! I write about things to do in my adopted home city of Edinburgh and the best travel experiences Scotland has to offer. My favourite thing to do is to go on an adventure!  I like nothing more than planning a trip, pulling on my hiking boots, packing up the tent and my camera and heading out into the world. My blog is about my life and I love writing about it.

What do you love most about blogging?

Apart from writing, photography and going on trips, I love the blogging community. I’ve been blogging in various guises for over 10 years and along the way I’ve made some brilliant friends. I also love keeping up with people’s lives through their blogs, it is why I really hope that personal blogging is here to stay.

What do you do when you're not blogging?

I work in the Built Environment field; I love midcentury modern architecture, learning about how places work, dealing with climate change and how we plan for urban and rural life. However, because I work in a city I often find myself craving the countryside, as you can imagine many of my city-break trips end up as a busman's holiday!

What do you love most about Edinburgh?

I’m a country girl at heart; having moved from a tiny village in Cheshire aged 18.  Edinburgh, for me is the perfect size for a city, it is not a cliché that you really do live in a village here. I also don’t mind the small ‘degree of separation’ you get here, it makes it feel more like home. I also love that Edinburgh is surrounded by fantastic countryside, which you can reach quickly and without the need for a car.

What are your 3 favourite blog posts (from your own blog)?

• One of my first dates with my husband was to East Lothian and this post about Seacliff Beach always makes me smile.
• The trip that kicked off my obsession with Scotland was to Mhor 84 and the Trossachs. Perthshire is so beautiful.
• I loved planning our drive around the North Coast 500 and everyone’s passion about Scotland. 

What advise would you give to a new blogger?

Find your niche. I started off as a travel blogger, started and abandoned a personal blog and 10 years later have come full circle back to what I really enjoy writing about. Focus on what you enjoy doing rather than the blog itself, content will quickly follow!

Is there anything else you want to tell us?

Every month I do a round-up of the best Scottish blog posts around the internet, the Scottish blogging community is diverse, and our talents in photography, writing and our ‘get up and go’ needs to be celebrated more! If you have a post you’d like to be included, give me a shout. 

Where to Find Smidge (Kate)

Blog - Love From Scotland

Facebook - Smidge Blog

Twitter - @_smidge

Instagram - @_smidge

Pinterest - @smidgeblog 

Bloglovin - Love From Scotland

Make sure you go and check out Smidge's blog and follow her on Social Media. We will be picking a new blogger to feature every month. Bloggers of the Month will get a feature post like this one, a side bar advert for your blog and links via our social media throughout the month.

For your chance to be our next blogger of the month, make sure your signed up to our blog list. You can get on the list by filling in the form here.

Meet The Team: Jen

It's time to get to know the team a little better, this week we're talking to Jen our Official Blogger.

Tell us a little about your blog. 

I run the blog Tartan Brunette which is a fashion and lifestyle blog. I'm currently undertaking a capsule wardrobe challenge, so you'll find lots of posts on creating and living with a capsule wardrobe. 

What do you love most about blogging?

I love how social blogging is. I didn't think that writing about my life on my laptop would introduce me to so many amazing people. Bloggers spend so much time chatting on social media, reading blogs and attending events we're bound to met so many new people. There is a great community in Edinburgh, everyone is so friendly I look forward to every event. I'm lucky that I can now call these bloggers my friends. 

What do you do when you're not blogging?

I work full time for a children's charity, which is the complete opposite of  blogging. It's nice to be able to switch off work mode and talk about the more frivolous things in live (like clothes and make up). When I'm not working on my blog, my weekends are spent at home with my dog (Charlie the Collie) and my husband.

Have you attended any Edinburgh Bloggers events and could you tell us about your experience? 

I've been lucky enough to attend quite a few blogger events since I started my blog. My first Edinburgh Bloggers event was the Coast event earlier in the year. It was a great introduction to Edinburgh Bloggers and I had a great night meeting other bloggers and admiring the glamourous clothes, all with a drink in my hand. Since joining the team, I've attended a few events on behalf of Edinburgh Bloggers including Of One Mind Networking evening, Pout, Ted & Muffy and of course the Edinburgh Bloggers and Molton Brown event. 


What do you love most about Edinburgh?

I grew up in Edinburgh but didn't appreciate what an amazing city it was until I moved away. I moved to Aberdeen for uni and stayed for a few years after graduating but always had the desire to move back home to Edinburgh. Last year I was lucky enough to be able to do just that and have loved being back in the city. Edinburgh has such a positive vibe to it and there is always something going on. It's such an exciting city to live in and will always be home.

What advice would you give to a new blogger?

No matter what you want to achieve with your blog you have to put yourself out there. Sign up for social media accounts for your blog communicate with other bloggers (we're a friendly bunch). Find local bloggers networks like Edinburgh Bloggers to join, blogging is much more enjoyable when you have a community around you. Attend local events, often people post about events in local Facebook groups which you can go to, the more you blog the more likely you will be invited. Events are a great opportunity to meet your fellow bloggers (who will become your friends) and are great for new content. Blogging isn't as easy as setting up a website and getting loads of free stuff it takes a lot of hard work but it is worth it.

Where to find Jen

Blog
Twitter
Facebook
Instagram
Pinterest

Meet The Team: Veronica

Welcome to the first post in a new series to help you get to know the team behind Edinburgh Blogger a little better. This week we're talking to Veronica, our official vlogger (who also happens to manage our Instagram)

Tell is a little about your blog

I've a Youtube channel and a blog named TheMeneghinGirl, on both platforms I like to share my passions from makeup and fashion, to travel, food and lifestyle; a bit of everything; a bit of me. I love to write but I think that video communication can be powerful that's why I'm fascinated by both.

What do you love most about blogging?

I see blogging as a hobby, but a commitment at the same time. It's a safe place where you can write and film about what you love and where you can connect with people who share the same interests. Through my blog I have met some wonderful people and through reading other people's blogs I learn something new everyday ( and I find new things I don't know about to spend money on as well ;))

What do you do when you're not blogging?

When I'm not blogging? Well unfortunately or not I work, I eat too much food, I go shopping way too often and watch a lot of movies, all these possibly with the people I love.

Have you attended any Edinburgh Bloggers events and could you tell us about your experience?

Edinburgh Bloggers was one of the first contacts I had in Edinburgh and through it I found some good friends and met lots of people. I love to attend all the events that I can as I like to know what's happening in the city, keep up to date on the news and discover new places.

What do you love most about Edinburgh?

It's been a while now since I first came to Edinburgh and although I get to know if better everyday, I still love it as a tourist. For me walking over the North Bridge at anytime of the day or night is magical and breathtaking, when I'm there I always think that I'm where I want to be.

What advice would you give to a new blogger?

Start small and for yourself. If you start a blog it needs to be for the right reasons. Today lots of people see blogging as an easy job, which it may become for very few, but mainly it should be because you feel the need to communicate and be yourself.

Where to find Veronica

Blog

Youtube

Twitter

Instagram

Blogger Of The Week: Cats and Vodka

Hello! 

It's the time again..

It's our 'Blogger Of The Week' interview. 

Every week we will interviewing some of our favourite Edinburgh based bloggers and giving you guys the chance to hear all about their passion and inspiration. 

This week we interviewed the wonderful Alex from Cats and Vodka  

Alex is beauty blogger who is based in good old Edinburgh. We just love her honestly in her reviews and her beauty tips are fantastic!

What inspired you to start blogging?

I wasn't inspired by any one thing to start blogging but mainly through not having a creative outlet. I missed having something to do that was totally mine and wasn't going to be graded by someone.My blog was for me to write and let off steam really.

Where do you get the inspiration for your posts?

I'll see something and it'll trigger a title or an image and thats it, I've got my idea and eventually it turns into a post.

What post are you most proud of?

Thats a toughie! I'd say definitely my Alex Vs Body Confidence post. It was a crazy personal post that I got so much good feedback on and people really related to it which was amazing.

What's the biggest tip you would give to someone starting out?

Enjoy what you're blogging about, if youre in it for the free stuff and the attention it just isn't going to work.

What do you do when you are not working on your blog?

When I'm not networking on my blog I'm usually thinking about my next post or what I could be doing on my blog haha

Can you recommend any blogs to check out?

Blogs I recommend: Fine and Dandy by Claire, gh0stparties, my pale skin and all my Edinburgh girls!

What do you love most about Edinburgh?

I love the feel of Edinburgh, the old buildings, the architecture, everything is beautiful.

Make sure you check out Alex's amazing blog over at:

http://www.catsandvodka.com/

and stay tuned for our next blogger of the week interview!

X

Blogger Of The Week: Boldly Gold

Hello!

It's time for another 'Blogger Of The Week' interview.

Every week we will be interviewing some of our favourite Edinburgh loving bloggers and giving you guys the chance to hear all about their passion!

This week we got to the interview the very talented Amy from Boldly Gold 

 Amy is DIY loving blogger who is currently based in Glasgow, but is originally from just outside of Edinburgh. From sewing to baking to awesome nail art. She has you covered on all things crafty.

What inspired you to start blogging?

I don’t know if I would say I was inspired to start, it was more out of necessity! I moved to Glasgow in July 2012 with my boyfriend because of work. I didn’t really know anyone in the city so in my spare time I would fiddle around with crafts and got really into it! I think I’ve had about 6 random blogs over the years, littering the internet, so there was always something in me that wanted to share what I was doing, and Boldly Gold was a natural progression of that. Thankfully this one has stuck it out!

Where do you get the inspiration for your posts?

Without a doubt I’m inspired by other craft bloggers. The minute I see someone creating something wonderful my brain goes into overdrive thinking about my next project!

What post are you most proud of?

Definitely the clothes I’ve made so far. I’m still astounded that they are even wearable! 

What's the biggest tip you would give to someone starting out?

Don’t underestimate the importance of photos, especially when you’re showing something handmade! You don’t need a fancy camera to take brilliant blog photos but good lighting really helps. Taking photos in natural daylight makes all the difference and don’t be afraid to put them through an editing program. Pic Monkey is a great, free website that has lots of editing tools available and it’s really easy to use.

What do you do when you are not working on your blog?

I’m going steady with my Netflix account.

Can you recommend any blogs to check out?

The world of blogging is so diverse now that there is something for everyone! Some of my favourites creative ones are Dolly Clackett, Iheart Organising, and Live Love DIY.

What do you love most about Edinburgh?

I think Edinburgh is one of the most beautiful cities in the world! My favourite thing though is that it’s steeped in history. Is there another city in the world that can boast as many famous inventors and murderers in equal measures? Where else can you enjoy a drink above a tomb of plague victims? Gruesome but glorious.

Make sure you check out Amy's wonderful blog over at:

www.boldlygold.com

and stay tuned our next blogger of the week interview!

X

Blogger Of The Week: Elegance Lies

Hello.

It's time for our 'Blogger Of The Week' interview.

In case you missed last week...

 (make sure you check it out here)

Each week we will be interviewing our favourite Edinburgh based bloggers. Getting to hear all about their passion.

This week we interviewed the ever so stylish Agita from http://www.elegancelies.com/

Agita is a gorgeous Latvian fashion blogger who is studying Fashion Technology. 

Her pictures, as you can see above, are just flawless!

What inspired you to start blogging?

I had always been interested to write, but wanted to try something different than my notebook, so elegance lies started of as me just putting down my ramblings about a very typical teenagers life. It didn't really have any point at the start, because I started when I was 16, but later on it turned into a fashion blog as that was the course that my life took.

Where do you get the inspiration for your posts?

It is going to sound cheesy, but mostly get inspired from life. If it is relevant, I blog about it. I could never be that blogger who puts on a special outfit, just for those 30 minutes of shooting, it needs to be for an event, or just for university, it has to be useful, otherwise I would feel like a cheat. Also, I think it is very easy to tell if that blog post came to life by itself or was forced just because you NEED a new blog post. And, of course, I like to take a peek in other people's blogs, it is always interesting to see what kind of ideas others have come up with.

What post are you most proud of?

It's hard to tell, there have been so many blog posts on elegance lies during 5 yearss, but one of them the most definitely has to be my rant of a blog post "Why I don't feel like blogging anymore?". It was on that point after a few work experiences in fashion sector in Latvia before I went to university here, and I was so disappointed by what I had experienced. The chaos and "fakeness" of fashion back home had me so depressed I didn't want to do anything fashion related any more, so I kind of exploded through a blog post and many people hated me for blogging something so true and harsh(had a few hate comments) and a lot of people liked it for the fact that someone finally said what most of the people were thinking. So, I have to be the most proud about that one, because it definitely gave me some "ballsyness" points

What's the biggest tip you would give to someone starting out?

Enjoy it. Once you start out you can literally blog whatever comes to your mind, explore every possible direction, whether that is writing diy blog posts or street style, or who wore it better blog posts. Once you develop a certain amount of followers you kind of know the thing they like to read and can kind of burn yourself with very strong minded blog posts, as someone will almost always not like your opinion. I wish I could go back to that starting point where my teenage sarcasm had no filter, it was way easier to blog back then.

What do you do when you are not working on your blog?

My blog is actually one of the things I try to squeeze in between all the other things I do. As I am a fashion technology student and work on my off days for a tailor in Edinburgh, I don't really have a single day of the week off, but currently my life goes around new design and sewing projects, also sketching, either on illustrator or actual paper, and somewhere between that I try to squeeze in some photography. It is a huge creative bubble I live in outside my blog and by the time I will get to my Christmas holidays, I can bet I will be a creative carrot, drained of any ideas.

Can you recommend any blogs to check out?

I am not very good in sourcing new bloggers as I am just a bit lazy for that, but I really like http://www.amyvalentine.co.uk/ as her outfit blog posts are always interestingly put together.

What do you love most about Edinburgh?

I am a very visual person and I have been passionate about photography every since i first got my hands on a camera when I was 12, and Edinburgh is literally the most photogenic city I have ever been to. It doesn't matter if it rains, snows or is extremely sunny, Edinburgh always mesmerises me, and even with my 3rd year being here, I still always look outside the window when I am in the public transport or car, rather than read a book, because it is so beautiful.

Make sure you check out Agita's fabulous blog

http://www.elegancelies.com/

and stay tuned for out next blogger of the week interview!

X

Blogger Of The Week: What Abby Loves

Hello.

Welcome to the first Blogger Of The Week post. 

Every week we shall be featuring and interviewing our favourite Edinburgh Bloggers.

This will give you guys the chance to discover and hear about some amazing bloggers in this area. We love how inspiring these bloggers are and it's only right that we share with you their talent.

This week we got to interview the wonderful Abby from What Abby Loves

She is a 19 year old law student from Edinbugh who loves all things beauty and fashion.

Personally, we just adore her beauty reviews and tips!

What inspired you to start blogging?

My best friend Emma and her mum were trying to convince me to start Youtube because of my deep passion for beauty and fashion and I was too scared so they said what about starting a blog? It was something I'd been considering for a while so I bit the bullet and never looked back!

Where do you get the inspiration for your posts?

From living my life. I take inspiration from the people around me and from taking a break and letting ideas just pop up naturally

in my head.

What post are you most proud of?

I'm not sure. One of my favourite posts to do was my review of the film The Book Thief because it was something so completely different to everything I usually post yet I was so passionate about it!

What's the biggest tip you would give to someone starting out?

Be true to you, uniqueness is much more interesting to read than a carbon copy of someone else. Also write about things that you're passionate about because it will come across in your writing.

What do you do when you are not working on your blog?

I'm a full time law student and I also work part time in Clarks shoes. When I do manage to get a bit of free time I love nothing more than chill nights with my friends, my boyfriend and the pups. I'm a massive dog lover! 

Can you recommend any blogs to check out?

One of my favourite bloggers is Georgies Loves and also Charlotte from A Little Touch of Charlotte

What do you love most about Edinburgh?

I love how there's always so much going on, I love the festival and I absolutely ADORE how beautiful it is from the cobbled streets to the stunning views.

Make sure you check out Abby's amazing blog


http://whatabbyloves.blogspot.co.uk/


and stay tuned for our next blogger of the week interview!

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