All About MessyCarla/FAQ

About MessyCarla:

Age:
22-years-old.

Lives:
Between Newcastle and South Shields.

Height:
5’4"-5'5".

Weight:
I know some bloggers choose to share this information, but this one is just for me and my scales. Oh, and the yoga lady from Wii Fit.
I generally wear a size 16/18 depending on the shop.

Interests:
Fashion, blogging, travelling, social media/networking, media production/theory, independent cinema, film studies, theatre, cooking/baking, hanging out with friends.

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


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

Do you blog full-time?

No, I recently graduated from university with a 2.1 in Television & Radio Production.
As of Feburary 2011, I work full-time as a receptionist in a lovely hotel.
I am also a freelance writer.

Are you a ‘plus-sized blogger'?
My goal was to create an all-round blog celebrating people of all shapes and sizes.
I personally consider myself a fashion blogger who is a bit on the chubby side, but if you want to include me in with the ‘fatshionistas’ I won’t be offended.

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 (one upgrade from mine) as it has 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.

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 PR & Advertising 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 knowing the industry, companies are more likely to ask bloggers who don’t go asking for it.
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 completely transparity.

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!

Where do you get your hair cut?
Salon M in Newcastle. I recommend Tori and Maxine.

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.