All About MessyCarla/FAQ

About MessyCarla:

Age:
23-years-old.

Lives:
Newcastle, UK.

Height:
5’4"-5'5".

Dress size:
I generally wear a size 16 -18.
However this can go up or down depending on the fit.

Interests:
Fashion, blogging, make-up, theatre, travelling, social media/networking, media production/theory, independent cinema, film studies, cooking/baking.

Favourite Bands:
The Vines, The Epoxies, Zombina and the Skeletones, Mike TV, To My Boy, Plastic Operator, Freezepop, Roxy Epoxy and The Rebound, Tsunami Bomb, Reel Big Fish, Placebo, Hole.

Contact/Links:
Email
Twitter
Facebook
Last.FM
YouTube
Tumblr
Bloglovin'
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Frequently Asked Questions:

Do you blog full-time?

No, I recently graduated from university with a BA (Hons.) 2.1 in Television & Radio Production.
I also work in sales/customer service, and as a freelance writer.


What camera do you use?

I used a Panasonic Lumix until Autumn 2010, then I upgraded to a Nikkon d3000.

I'd recommend getting the d3100 or d3200 as they also have HD video - great for YouTube!


Can I interview you for my blog/article/school project/dissertation etc.?
I get asked this a lot during deadline season, so if you get in early you are very welcome to email me!


How do you get started/lots of followers?
I did a post all about blogging tips that work well for me. However this is slightly of out date.
To keep it simple: Work hard, write about what you look, stay true to what you believe in - but also courteous. Conversing with other bloggers is one of my favourite things, so make a Twitter if you don't have one already, and get chatting!


Can I add you on Facebook?
I don’t accept requests on my personal Facebook, sorry.
But please feel free to add my official page so you can get updates straight to your newsfeed.
I check this everyday and you can also chat with me there! :)


Will you review my product?
It completely depends what it is. I have made a page regarding advertising.
If you think it would interest me and my readers - email me to find out, I’m nice!


Can I advertise on your blog?

I have lots of places available for bloggers and businesses to advertise on my blog at reasonable rates. Please see the Advertising and Sponsorship page for more information.

How do you get things to review?
Companies have always contacted me first.
In my experience both as a blogger and working in the industry, companies are more likely to ask bloggers who don’t go asking for it. It is extremely transparent when someone is blogging just to receive review items. (And especially begging on a public forum such as Twitter is never professional!)
I blog because I love talking fashion, not to get free stuff.


Do you get paid to review things?
No. I get to keep the products, which is a nice bonus, but I don’t get any money.

Anything I get to review is clearly marked, as I believe in complete transparency.

Can you follow/link to my blog?
I’m afraid I’m asked this a lot, and only follow and link to blogs that I really enjoy.
You can always ask me though, it’s worth a try if you think you have really interesting and unique content! Check on my blogroll on the sidebar for some of my favourites!


Can you please critique my blog/What am I doing wrong?
No, as I don't believe in being negative to anyone. Your blog is your personal space, and if someone doesn't like it then it's their problem. One of the biggest joys of blogging for me, is that I'm able to express what I love in my own space - please don't change yourself for the sake of pleasing others!


Where do you get your hair cut?
Salon M in Newcastle and I recommend Maxine, but all the girls are amazing stylists!


What colour did you use to get your hair so red?
I did a post all about red hair and upkeep, so do check that out?
As of Autumn 2011 I no longer have red hair.


Any other questions, PLEASE contact me.
I love hearing from you all!


Muchos love,
MessyCarla.