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The Saturday Salute 07.11.09

2009-11-07T16:21:00.005Z

Ah, hello Saturday, and all the pleasures you bring... I'm in a good mood, can you tell? Who knows why, it's just swept me up like a shimmering wave and I'm happily riding atop it. In fact, I'd wager I'm even happier than this kid:Image thanks to zitonaOkay, perhaps not.Here's the thing: I know a lot of you really dig the Salute ('cos you dun'told me so!) so how about helping make it better? It's

Pretty Organised: Bedroom

2009-11-06T19:49:00.007Z

My Bedroom (I wish...) Product info hereYour bedroom should be a space of calm, though, that’s not always easy when you live in a shared house or halls – your room becomes your study space, your entertaining space, even your dining space in some instances. What’s important to remember is functionality; if your room doesn’t work for you; if every morning it’s a battle to get dressed, find what you

Monthly Must-Haves: November 2009

2009-11-03T10:18:00.009Z

A new feature here on Charade, yippee! You lot always seem to get most excited about my fashion posts, so I thought I’d add a regular slot where I share the items that are really titillating my taste buds. It’s called ‘Monthly Must-Haves’ and you guys can let me know what you think, and even offer links to the items you’re lusting over. Enjoy!November brings to mind many things (chilly winds and

Words to Live By #63

2009-11-02T14:15:00.003Z

Image thanks to glitter feet"Mistakes are the usual bridge between inexperience and wisdom."Phyllis Theroux

The Saturday Salute 31.10.09

2009-10-31T17:46:00.003Z

Image thanks to i antonIt's been a bit quiet around here since Tuesday, I know. Since being ill last week I've got ridiculous amounts of Uni work to catch up on, plus a whole weekend of Halloween frolics! Sorry guys, I will be back on form next week. Enjoy the links, 'tis a good bunch.Nubby's got Six Ways to Turn Desire into Success.Too cool, The 2 Bandits.Try not to get obsessed with Closet

Pretty Organised: Work Space

2009-10-27T11:33:00.004Z

It seems like ages ago that I was asked for more articles of an organisational nature here on Charade (whoever you are, I’ve totally forgotten how and when you asked – but at least I remember that you did!) Well, I’ve finally gotten around to it, and you know me, if a subject takes my fancy enough, I’ll only go and make a series out of it!I’m calling the series ‘Pretty Organised’ and will be

Words to Live By #62

2009-10-26T14:06:00.003Z

Image thanks to Vivianna love"We know the world by knowing people." Robert Kelly

The Saturday Salute 24.10.09

2009-10-24T18:23:00.003+01:00

Image thanks to Vivianna loveFinally feeling better after being ill all week, I've really got to crack down on uni and blogging and annualing and all the rest of it if I'm ever going to catch up with myself! Here are some yummy links to get your weekend's browsing off to a flying start:Say 'NO!' to any impending winter blues with 50 Ways to Build Your Optimism.I think The Fun Theory is simply

It's Official!

2009-10-22T19:40:00.006+01:00

Image thanks to MahPadilhaI may be horrendously ill and bed-stricken, but I still have reasons to be happy. We are now:www.charadestyle.comYay! I hope you are as excited as I am about this big step! The old address will still direct you to the site, but I'd suggest updating where possible as I'd hate to lose you.I also have a new email address in the form of:megan[at]charadestyle[dot]com** Edit:

10 Budget-Friendly Ways to Enjoy Autumn

2009-10-20T13:28:00.004+01:00

I'm stuck at home, feeling tired, on a grey day with a chesty cough... so that would mean the cold season has well and truly set in then? But let it not get us down! Let's celebrate Autumn in all it's glory. On a budget, naturally.Make Homemade Soup. Easy, healthy, cheap, are we asking for more here, people? Because we can’t possibly be that greedy. Grab a basketful of your favourite veggies:

Words to Live By #61

2009-10-19T18:03:00.003+01:00

Image thanks to Ana Patricia Almeida“Just think how happy you would be if you lost everything you have right now, and then got it back again.”Frances Rodman

The Sunday Salute 18.10.09

2009-10-18T14:07:00.004+01:00

Image thanks to Click Flash PhotosOkay. I am a bad blogger. For some reason I wholly forgot I even had a blog yesterday, let alone thought of doing my Salute... And I don't even have an excuse. But never fear! Today I'm switched back on!Naturally, fat girls like nice clothes too. Very funny and light-hearted reading.Love, love, love Tilly Bloom and Lola Pop.How to Love Yourself Better in 8 Simple

What’s Your Style CV?

2009-10-16T10:54:00.005+01:00

Here’s an idea, what if we profiled our style? You know, got our style pasts and aspirations down on paper. The point? So that we can view our ‘credentials’ objectively; see where we’re coming from and where we’ve been on our sartorial journeys and, more importantly, pin-point where we want to be.Examples:Product information herePersonal Statement:Freya. Happy-go-lucky, star gazing 2nd year Drama

The Joy and Peace of Simply Existing

2009-10-13T12:00:00.003+01:00

Image thanks to Ana Patricia AlmeidaSometimes, when life confuses, overwhelms and daunts us, we need to step back and look at the way we are living, the way we exist, in this world. The age-old adage ‘you only live once’ must be present in our mind always if we are to start savouring every last scrap of satisfaction that just being alive entails.Wherever you are academically, on the career or

Words to Live By #60

2009-10-12T15:16:00.002+01:00

Image thanks to lanuiop“If you are not willing to risk the unusual, you will have to settle for the ordinary.”Jim Rohn

The Saturday Salute 10.10.09

2009-10-10T13:54:00.004+01:00

Image thanks to MacoHow is it Saturday again?! This week has positively whizzed by.Totally late but if you were still curious about what was in the Charade goody bag/box that I gave away in August, it went to the lovely Aury and she's posted pictures here (scroll down to the second post.)College Candy has Halloween Costumes on the Cheap.I love Elvis, and here are his Top 3 Pearls of Wisdom from

Eclectic Aesthetic 08.10.09

2009-10-08T12:35:00.010+01:00

Today I reached a style milestone. I suffered the usual 'sit in front of my wardrobe in my pants for 20 minutes, determined that I will find a successful outfit' scenario but, eventually growing tired of picking out the same things and then throwing them back, I grabbed a pair of old jeans. 'I'm only going to uni' I thought, 'who cares?' I slipped them on - wowed that they still fit - and then

Charade: The Annual 2008/09

2009-10-06T14:58:00.009+01:00

Image thanks to FayezIf you’ve been following me on Twitter, you might have heard me mention a ‘top secret project.’ You may also remember that I ran a little survey a while back on the blog... Well, it’s a project I’ve been planning all summer, and it’s wonderful and exciting and nerve-racking all at once.People, I am releasing an annual!That’s right. I thought about doing an ebook, and that’s

Words to Live By #59

2009-10-05T11:20:00.004+01:00

Image thanks to Ana Patricia Almeida"The bad news is time flies. The good news is you're the pilot." Michael AlthsulerIs it really October? It seems like such a short time since I was planning out the new year, and now we only have 3 months of it left! Take this great quote on board and review any goals you had for this year; there's still stacks of time to make some positive changes.

The Saturday Salute 03.10.09

2009-10-03T10:00:00.000+01:00

Image thanks to glitter feetHello beautiful people (yes, that means you!) Here's a bumper dose of succulent salutage for your clicking pleasure after a no-show last week.(WARNING: A LARGE PROPORTION OF THESE LINKS ARE COMPLETELY FRIVOLOUS)Oh, Polly Farthing Vintage, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways...Let's Eat. Drink. Chic. Or even make A Beautiful Mess. Then, top it off with Here's

50 Helpful Links for Starting Any Blog

2009-10-01T12:58:00.005+01:00

(Need some direction?) Image thanks to Nicholas KennedyI couldn't possibly cover all of the wonderful intricacies of what makes a blog successful in a four post series, so I thought I'd share all the links that have helped me on my way to where I am today. Don't be overwhelmed, just bookmark this post and come back as necessary. Focusing on one element of blogging at a time yields far better

How to Start a Student Blog, Part Two

2009-09-30T11:40:00.005+01:00

Image thanks to Sergio Alvaré Peláez In the first section of this two part article (within this four part series... I know, I’ve confused myself too) we looked at what is required to make it as a successful blogger and how to get started on a platform. In this part we will focus on how to start building on what you’ve got in order to expand your blog.Where Next? Thinking of the FutureDecide early

How to Start a Student Blog, Part One

2009-09-28T16:27:00.005+01:00

Image thanks clockwise from left 1,2,3,4Why do I blog?There are several reasons, the main one being that I love, love, love writing, but there is something I love almost as much, and that’s getting honest, constructive feedback on my writing, and blogging makes that too easy. I also love the prospects that come beautifully bundled with blogging; I like to believe that it just takes one bigwig to

Words to Live By #58

2009-09-28T12:30:00.008+01:00

Images thanks to glitter feet and yuliya libkina"Luck is believing you're lucky."Tennessee Williams

The Benefits of Blogging as a Student

2009-09-24T16:44:00.007+01:00

Image thanks to D Sharon PruittRecently, I’ve had a few emails asking for advice about starting/improving a blog, seeing as I’m an ‘expert.’ To this I respond precisely: ‘Pah!’ I am no expert, you see, and consider few to truly be experts in blogging; I think blogging is just what you make it. Nevertheless, what I do have is a little experience, and that I’m more than happy to share! This is the