I guess I've been soul searching. Three months on an eco yoga retreat and a move from one side of the world to another will do that to a girl. I never would have posted something like this in the past. But here I am. And in hindsight my fashion blog did a lot for me. It opened doors... in events, in PR, in writing, in photography, in travel. My portfolio is now something I'm proud of, built up over almost six years, and it turns out it really did stem from that first blog. In many ways I'm embarrassed about my 'personal style' of those days, but all the other things I am mighty proud of. At eighteen I was photographing a Matthew Williamson show, my favourite designer at the time, I was an ambassador for Aussie haircare, I was having my photography and editorial work published both online and in print. Today, I may not be as well known a name as I was then, my blog is no longer being nominated for awards as it once was, I haven't been interviewed, featured in magazines, or streetstyle snapped for years now...but what's resulted from that first little fashion blog is probably better.
Since the age of seventeen I have enjoyed reading and writing blogs that have reflected my creative interests. It helped me branch out of my comfort zone and go beyond the realms of my local city, more so than I could have originally planned. I was in a group of some of the first bloggers to be on the 'scene' at the likes of London Fashion Week, as brands started collaborating with bloggers, inviting us to events and press days. At 19, I dropped out. I went to University and neglected my blog, while the other girls powered on. I'm so proud of some of them and will undoubtedly provide links and support to those that I cherish - their content is beautiful, inspiring, and something they are all passionate about. I felt sad that I missed countless opportunities, that I did not continue to be invited, or progress myself in the blogosphere. Every time I did get round to posting, I felt proud of my content. But the cycle continued and I watched as my beautiful friends got invited to travel the world, sent free clothes, collaborated with superstar brands. That stuff is obviously beyond awesome, but I feel it's not a big part of me any more. The three months discovering myself definitely helped - I'm even more into wellness, good food, mental health, and yoga, than I was before. And things I really care about are social change, social anthropology, literature, travel, incredible creatives, visual media, film... and having as much fun as possible along the way! This little slice of the internet will hopefully start to reflect all of those things.
And so, aside from the changes I've mentioned, I've decided to re-locate my blog from it's 'known' name (www.mlle-milly.blogspot.com), previously scared that I'd lose out on any remaining followers or the good number of monthly hits I'd receive. Because it's time for a little re-brand. I have faith in myself, my ideas, my future and what I want to share with the web and the world. So, rather than being fickle and clinging onto follower stats I am starting a new journey where I hope my readers believe in the same things I do. That they are not the dregs of some long-gone part of me, but exciting new age adventurers who want to share in my journey. So here I am, back again but coming from a whole new perspective on myself and the world. The little bits of life between projects that I'm proud of, the behind-the-scenes, my local lifestyle, and everything in between. The art of adventure - C x
And for all of those that want to look at that funny little fashion blog, I'm leaving it up because ultimately it was something I was proud of once upon a time. Just don't expect to find me posting there again any time soon - www.mlle-milly.blogspot.com
And so, aside from the changes I've mentioned, I've decided to re-locate my blog from it's 'known' name (www.mlle-milly.blogspot.com), previously scared that I'd lose out on any remaining followers or the good number of monthly hits I'd receive. Because it's time for a little re-brand. I have faith in myself, my ideas, my future and what I want to share with the web and the world. So, rather than being fickle and clinging onto follower stats I am starting a new journey where I hope my readers believe in the same things I do. That they are not the dregs of some long-gone part of me, but exciting new age adventurers who want to share in my journey. So here I am, back again but coming from a whole new perspective on myself and the world. The little bits of life between projects that I'm proud of, the behind-the-scenes, my local lifestyle, and everything in between. The art of adventure - C x
And for all of those that want to look at that funny little fashion blog, I'm leaving it up because ultimately it was something I was proud of once upon a time. Just don't expect to find me posting there again any time soon - www.mlle-milly.blogspot.com