I think that Autumn will always represent new beginnings to me, for as long as I live. While the leaves are falling off the trees and the weather is getting wetter, signalling the end of summer, I'm planning new projects and looking ahead to all of the exciting things there are to come. As a child, Autumn would be heralded by new shoes, a new pencil case, and plenty of academic milestones. Now that I'm out of education, I have to work harder to justify this innate sense of 'newness' that comes around every Autumn.
This year is going to be a bit different though as the next few months are going to be some of the busiest of my life. In fact, the Autumnal fun has already started with a surprise last-minute invitation to BloggersFestival, an exciting networking event organised by Scarlett who blogs over at Scarlett London. This was my first ever bloggers networking event, and I was really bloody nervous beforehand (and a bit during too), but I think it ended up going pretty well! I had some really interesting chats with some nice brand representatives from Urban Outfitters, Ecco, Bee Good, and loads of others too, as well as picking up some adorable little goodies such as a Lee Stafford hairbrush (which I've yet to try) and a lovely lip balm from Bee Good. The best bit for me though, was actually getting to meet an absolute boatload of really inspirational bloggers face to face, and make some great new friends. It was fantastic to have conversations with people who completely understand "Wait a sec, I just need to take a photo of my own hand" and who don't think it's weird to rearrange all of the lamps in the house to get the lighting just-so for an Instagram photo. I've really enjoyed catching up on their blogs this afternoon!
Bloggers I met and loved: Cassy Fry, The Lifestyle Directory, Married to a Geek, Jessica in Your Ear, Miss Sue Flay, The Little Colt Posts, One Little Vice, and Captain ChARGHley!
So what else is going on in Candyland this Autumn then? Well, in a couple of weeks, Dan and I will be moving out of our little flat in central London, back to his parents' house near Cambridge for at least a month. The landlord of our current flat wants to sell the place, and the place we're trying to move to isn't ready yet, so we're going to bridge the gap in the countryside. For my everyday life this will mean LOTS of commuting and living out of boxes whilst project-managing a renovation back in London. Oh, and our cat will be staying in Brighton with my stepdad *weep weep weep*. For you guys reading my blog, this means some beautiful countryside scenery, some home decor inspiration, and maybe even a few recipes from the beautiful kitchen of Dan's parents. Hopefully, by the end of November, we'll be safely installed in our new home, and a whole new chapter of our lives can begin!
So let's talk about some of my goals through this weird old Autumn:
- Step up my blogging game - make more regular posts, and keep them exciting despite the oncoming stress-deluge.
- Cook some lovely meals for Dan's family.
- Make our new home completely beautiful.
- Start to introduce exercise back into my life. I've been holding off on the exercise front over the last few months because I've been adjusting to life with a diagnosis of Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, but I've been told by several doctors and researchers that Pilates and swimming will help me, so once we've moved, I am going to get the heck ON that exercise.
One of my other favourite things about Autumn is the fact that my sense of style is already inherently Autumnal. I have to deal with so much, "You must be really hot" and "Why are you wearing tights?" all Summer, and in Winter I just have to cover up my carefully planned outfits with a coat... but Autumnal fashion is when I come into my own. I love it! I especially love having an excuse to crack out the kilt collection.
So, Autumn... come at me bro! I'm ready for you. If you love Autumn like I do, and you're a nostalgic soul, why not look at what I wore last September, or my 2012 "Autumn Resurrection".
How exciting everything sounds! Good luck with the move and everything :)
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Aaah thank you so much! It's exciting but also very scary!
DeleteOh Autumn <3 that kilt is LUSH!! Thanks so much for the mention, was fab meeting you!!
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I LOVED meeting you (and your amazing bag!) Yay!
DeleteThank you for mentioning me! It was lovely to meet you!
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It was great to meet you too! <3
DeleteI love autumn fashion too... Tights and scarves are my favorite things to wear! Glad you had fun at the blogging event... I'm so jealous, I wish someone near me put an event together :P
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You could put one together!! I bet loads of people would go! <3
DeleteCandy you are so cute! Good luck with the move and enjoy Cambridge - maybe you could do a post on cool shops/cafes to visit in Cambridge!
ReplyDeleteYes, I think might have to! I'm also going to make use of Dan's parents' lovely garden and surrounding countryside for some nice photographic backdrops!
DeleteGREAT GOALS! LOVE YOUR TIGHTS BTW!
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Haha, thanks!! I have so many burgundy tights, I think they're breeding in my sock drawer!
DeleteGood luck! That plaid skirt is just precious!
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Yay, thanks! It's vintage, and has loads of weird labels on the inside, but from the outside it looks just fine!
DeleteVery inspiring post! I also find fall to be such a fresh start time of year, maybe more than new years? Best of luck with your moving transition, hopefully everything goes smoothly!
ReplyDeleteI totally agree! And thanks - I hope it all goes smoothy too!! <3
DeleteOooh, commuting from Cambridge-Eeek!!! Sounds tiring!! Project managing renovations? Is that what you do for a job?
ReplyDeleteThe blog event sounds fun but I just don't think I could go to something like that, I just feel I'd not feel confident to chat to people or anything like talking to companies. X
Oh gosh no! I work for an education magazine - I mean that we will be project managing the renovation of our new flat! I could never do that as a job!
DeleteAutumn is my favourite time for getting dresses, I just love the colours and wear them all year round normally haha.
ReplyDeleteHope the move goes well and things get sorted for your new place pretty quick, but sounds like you'll have a great time in Cambridge too :)
I think Cambridge will be just fine, I'm just really not looking forward to being without my cat! We'll have to visit him lots!
DeleteThis is so cute! Good luck with your goals :)
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DeleteLove your style, gorgeous!! Really hope the move and everything goes smoothly for you!! :) x
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! I hope so too haha! :)
DeleteGood luck with the move. I'm moving too :)
ReplyDeleteI hope the workouts will help you feel better xo
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Oooh, good luck with your move! It's stressful isn't it!?
DeleteLove your skirt and this whole outfit! You're getting me excited for autumn!
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DeleteI really wanted to make it to the bloggers festival! A bit gutted I missed it. I am also in love with Autumn weather, much prefer wearing tights! Hope the move works out as well! :) x
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There will be other meet-ups and events for you to attend - do let me know if you know of any, because I'd love to meet you! :)
DeleteI love the kilt, good luck with moving and everything :) I always get the 'why are you wearing tights in summer?' question haha, it's a bit of a bad habit of mine to wear them all year despite the weather.
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Not a bad habit! Don't let anyone make you feel ashamed for your cosy legs!
DeleteIt's always great to set goals for yourself! Love your skirt.
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Thanks! It was such a great find! :)
DeleteOMG I was at #bloggersfestival too but didn't get the chance to meet you :( I have now followed you on Bloglovin' so hopefully we can keep in touch and meet at the next event! xx
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Just followed you back! I can't believe we didn't meet - what a shame! Next time eh?
DeleteI was unable to make the bloggersfestival event unfortunately, would have been lovely to meet you! Good luck with your relocating plans! :)
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We WILL meet one day, don't you worry! :)
DeleteThanks for the mention my dear! Lovely meeting a fellow foodie. xox C
ReplyDeleteIt was so great to meet you! <3
DeleteYour hair is seriously beautiful! The blogger festival sounded so fun, and I love how many friends you made :D xx
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Well I've just had loads of my hair cut off, so I hope you'll still like it! :S
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ReplyDeleteso I repost: The maroon color shirts looks good on you!!
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Oh gosh, thank you! Maroon is my favourite colour I think! Or maybe mustard...? Or leaf green...
DeleteI love that you treat autumn as a time for change :) it's refreshing to see someone who's looking forward to the cooler months!
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My birthday is midwinter's day, so I am kind of contractually obliged to love winter, aren't I?! :P
DeleteI also set myself goals and try to achieve them, are usually not everything))
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Sometimes setting the goal is more than half the battle!
DeleteIt was so lovely to meet you the other day, and now I've had time to catch up on your blog I'm even more glad that I bumped into you when I did. It sounds like this is going to be a really busy time for you, but also an extremely exciting one! Here's to all that's coming, especially being able to look forward to a season rich in excitement. x
ReplyDelete<3 You're such a good one! I'll still be in London an absolute tonne, so we should definitely meet up again soon! :)
DeleteI have to say I'm exciting for your posts/pics from the countryside! The BloggersFestival is such a great idea--sounds like it was a good experience! Hope you had fun!
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It was good, yes! And I can't wait to take some lovely photos of the sun setting over all of those rolling fields!
DeleteAwesome resolutions, good luck with them all ! :D
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Thanks! And your outfit is lovely in that post by the way! :)
DeleteYou look completely prepared for fall in this adorable outfit! Love that plaid, pleated skirt and how you matched your top and tights :)
ReplyDeleteGood luck with your autumnal resolutions! You've made some excellent ones
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This is such a sweet and well-thought-out comment, and it has made my day! :)
DeleteAutumn is my favorite! I love, love, love layers and coats and hats and everything! I've always wanted to go to a blogging conference/festival and be surrounded by creatives! I hope you had fun :) -Audrey | Brunch at Audrey's
ReplyDeleteIt was good, it was good. I bet you'll get the chance to go to one at some point! :)
DeleteBest of luck with your goals! It's coming into Spring in Australia so I better start getting out of this hibernation mode from Winter and start writing resolutions too!
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