bloggirl no. 1

Hello. I'm Lauren and I live in Glenwood, Durban with my mister. I work as a copywriter and creative co-ordinator. It's nice to meet ya!

THE CLOTHES ON YOUR BACK
Describe your personal style: By day: Thrifted and vintage mixed with everyday basics. By night: Granny meets kid in a dress-up store.
One thing in your wardrobe you can’t live without: A pleated black skirt
Favourite designer: Miu Miu
Favourite brand: Topshop
Signature staple: A cardi, tank, and A-line skirt
Favourite accessory: My pocketwatch pearly necklace
Last purchase: A black maxi skirt - it's so comfy

LIFE AS YOU KNOW IT
What inspires you: Happy people who follow their hearts, songs, movies, blogs... Inspiration is everywhere
Must-haves: Cozy pyjamas and a cuppa tea
Influences: Too many to mention - bloggers, bands, photographers...
Favourite thing about your job: Everyday brings something new and fun
Hardest thing about your job: Can't complain at all. I'm lucky to have a job that I love so much
Biggest indulgence: Can't even think of one! Maybe my camera?
Guilty pleasures: Chocolate and South Park

FOR YOUR AMUSEMENT
Book you’re currently reading: About to start The Carrie Diaries, which a friend bought for me. Nice friend, eh?
Last movie you loved: Crumbs, can't even remember. 2 Days in Paris, perhaps
Items you keep purchasing over and over: Ivory foundation from Woolies
Favourite magazine:Lula
CD on repeat: The Kills
Bloggers you follow: Niotillfem, Elsa Billgren, The Day Book, and A Beautiful Mess

STOMPING GROUNDS
Favourite store: The Space
Favourite restaurant: Market
Best place to hear music: Camden Town
Favourite domestic travel spot: Cape Town
Favourite international travel spot: London
Places you love to go in your city: The I Heart Market, Antiques Cafe, and a couple of random thrift stores
Go-to shopping destination: Thrift stores
Favourite online retail shop: Asos

Thanks Lauren for being the first bloggirl to take part in my series! It was so fun hearing more about you. Now I wanna hear from all of you out there! Just send me a mail or comment... Do it now!