Evolution.

  Over the last couple of months, I have been a dreadful blogger.

  Where have I been? Well, the recent months (particularly the last seven weeks) have been by far the most intense time of my life (so far...). I suppose you could say it's been a 'landmark' time in my life; my teachers definitely have, as they tried to keep us motivated (mostly in vain). Although, I have:

• sat exams
• left school
• sat more exams
• and experienced the hype of year 11 prom.

   Today, when looking through pictures of the last year it finally occurred to me the amount of innovation that's happening in my life, and naturally it's daunting but also incredibly exciting! But, I also saw how much change the last year has brought me. Every couple of months I look back and think "Hannah, how could you be so stupid?!", I guess it comes with 'teenagerhood'. Finally, I'm embracing the evolution of me, as I know it will never stop, and so far it's led me to bigger and better things.

  Now is the time to make a real effort at the things I love. So more blogging, guitar playing, reading and the rest...

Hannah Louise
P.S. Boy! I've missed this!

The Pretty Ugly Sandals

  A couple of weeks ago, I headed into town with one of my friends, when we were faced with the age old question..."What shoes shall I wear?" It's April in the UK; too warm for boots, and too cold for some flimsy sandal, so what shoes shall I wear?

  I expected to find a solution out of a teenagers price range, but H&M surprised me once again with these...

H&M-£24.99

  Lets be honest here... they are pretty, damn ugly, but I fell in love with them! They're an easy solution, and definitely a statement shoe. I've already had my wear out of them, but I can't wait to live in them as Britain (possibly) begins to warm up. Also, they add comfortable height for the short girls (like me), and are easy to walk in for the clumsy girls (also, like me).

What's your 'go to' spring shoe?

Hannah Louise

The Denim Pencil Skirt| OOTD

    Now, I've never done a post like this before, and I'd be lying if I said I wasn't a little nervous (huge under-exaggeration), and by no stretch of the imagination am I a 'fashion guru'. However, I know what I like, and I like what I know...also, I can't be the only blogger who loves a good nosey at other people's style. Oh, and there's one more thing you should know...I'm a 'bargain girl'!

  Pencil skirt- Primark~ £7 |  Top- H&M~ £6.99 | Sunglasses- Primark~£2 | Necklace- Primark~ £3

  A couple of days ago I ventured into town for a 'monster shop', which turns out exactly how it sounds

(and involves me coming home considerably poorer), and as you can probably tell, I spent quite a while in Primark. Now, I'd wanted a denim pencil skirt foreverrrrr, and patience definitely payed off (literally!) and now I'm in love with it! But, I definitely think it's best paired with simple clothing, like this low v-neck top and some big,chunky jewelry. It's also stretchy and comfortable, so I would recommend  to anyone and everyone, go get it NOWWW!!!

I'd love any advice/feedback on this type of post, so please don't hesitate to get in touch or comment.

Hannah Louise

An Early (or Late) Monthly 'Live-by'

  I know, I know it's been a while, and between revision and birthday celebrations there's barely been time to breathe, never mind blog! But, I should't complain; I know I'm the type of person who'd much rather be busy than bored, however I also know that as my exams approach, blogging is going to have to take a bit of a backseat (as much as it pains me to say)...

  However, my love of quotes continues, and when this quote popped up on my pintresst news feed I absolutely fell in love with it!

  Especially as a blogger, I identify with this quote. I think it's all too easy to constantly check your Blogger stats and followers, and become a bit obsessed with making an 'internet name' for themselves. But personally, I'd much rather be one persons favorite blog, than have 100s of followers that just glance at my writing. I think it's important to apply this quote to everything in life because after all, it's not a competition!

  Have you got any 'live-bys'?

Hannah Louise

Tackling Revision

So after a busy week of doing...well what ever the hell I want(!), I'm back to the post-it notes and revision guides, which means that once again blogging is forced to be pushed further and further down my 'to do list'.   However, like every person who has ever sat an exam, most the time I severely lack motivation... So how do you get through revision? By no means am I a revision expert, but I have picked up a couple of handy tips...

1. Post-it

  During revision I live by post-it notes! They are literally everywhere; every cupboard, every lightswitch, and even the bathroom! I find it the easiest way to learn little facts, words or quotes I need, and you'll forever associate it with the milk (or whatever it was stuck to). Caution- it may drive your family members mad!

  2. Lists

  So, I'm pretty sure I'm one of the most forgetful people that ever lived. If it's not written down, then don't expect me to remember it! A simple list helps me remember and prioritise my revision, and I don't know what I'd do without a 'to do' list on my chalk board!

  3. COLOUR!!!!

  Making pretty notes has to be the highlight of the darkness that is revision. Recently, I invested in some fine writer coloured pens, and since my motivation has been on an all time high!! 

  Well, I hope this helps anybody who is approaching their exams. As far as revision is concerned, keep it simple and varied, it works for me!! Good luck!!!!

Have you got any top tips?

Hannah Louise 

Blogentine's Day!

 " What is Blogentine's Day?" I hear you ask. Well, it is a brilliant event all kicked off by The Undecided Girl (my first event- shock-horror). Now, I saw this post on the 2nd February and I've been so excited since, so on with the post!

Amy V Norris

So, I'm not sure how long I've been reading Amy's, but I remember absolutely loving her blog design, which instantly makes me want to read it! Amy's posts are amazing! I think the best blogs are definitely the ones I can relate to, and where the writer actually seems like a REAL person, just like Amy, check it out!!

Gingerly Pale

  Jess' blog was one of the first blogs that I started to follow, and therefore I've always been interested in what she  has to say. Once again, you can see her personality in her writing, and I'm so thrilled that her little blog has become...well, a not so little blog! It's great!

Lisette Loves

  Lisette just makes me smile. Just from looking at her blog you can see how much she loves and thrives from blogging, and its inspiring! If you need a bit of humor, then turn to Lisette's last post, it won't disappoint!

and last but not least...

The Undecided Girl aka Jocelyn

 Yet another amazing blog (with a pretty damn chic design!!). Jocelyn has an amazing talent for making incredible blog posts from everyday life-which I envy so so much!! I love reading her blog, it's a good 'un!
P.S thank you for creating the event, I'm so glad I took part!!!

Happy Valentine's Day everybody!!!
Lots of love,
Hannah Louise

London's Burning RED| Taylor Swift

  100-and-however-many days ago, we started our long, lonnnnng countdown to a highly anticipated event... The RED Tour in London.  I could not wait! After all what could be more exciting that visiting a big, electric city with my best friends?! On Saturday, that day came.

  The familiar (but not familiar enough) sights of Kings Cross is always the perfect introduction to London's busy ways. This time we stayed in a part of the city I've never really seen, where The Shard shines down on you and the rivers just round the corner. Walking through Borough market seemed a real London welcome, a truly artistic and modernly old place (if that makes any sense).

  But anyway, it was a quick change, and straight to the O2 arena! And I have to say, it was one of the best things I have ever witnessed!! She is an amazing woman, who puts on a spectacular show, full of dancing, fun and surprises... one of those surprises being Mr Ed Sheeran (this is the point that I lost the little amount of composure that I had). Taylor mixed her newest singles with old classics, and the electric guitar and acoustic guitar, to create an amazingly dynamic show, but I think the pictures say more than I ever could:

Sunday went by in a bit of a blurry flash. The sun was shining over Camden market that morning as I sipped my hot chocolate, and admired the quirky stalls. Then we visited the shining stores of Oxford street, and all too soon it was time for the train home...

  It's definitely a weekend I won't be forgetting in a hurry; I feel so lucky to have gone!

Hannah Louise

P.S I will also be participating in Blogentine's Day, as featured on The Undecided Girl, I'm so excited, please go check it out!