A bit of a chat... (and company blog awards)

April 21, 2013
Who's this stranger? Well hello, this is me!
Grab a cuppa and a cake because this could be a long one!

I never really get personal on here, but that might just be about to change. I'm a newbie blogger, I really only got into blogging in November and since then I've been obsessed, but I've never been happy with my blog, which is why I've been keeping it as an "anon" blog. Over the past month, I've undergone a complete blog redesign (which you can probably tell) and I'm really happy with the outcome. So with a growing number of followers and a better blog layout I've more confidence to make this all a little bit more personal.

So, hello there, my name's Ellen and I'm the girl behind A little bit Unique!

I thought so that you all could get to know me I'd do the 10 random facts tag!

1) My first job was in Topshop when I was 16.

2) I'm obsessed with red lipstick and feel like my make-up/face isn't complete without it.

3) I'm 17 (Hurry up June, so I can finally be 18).

4) I've never worn fake eyelashes, as I'm scared I won't be able to apply them and they will be hanging off haha.

5) I love watermelon and strawberries.

6) I'm so close to my mum, and literally could tell her anything and she'd support me!

7) I've never dyed my hair.

8) I have the most random and diverse taste in music/tv/films.

9) I love reading and creative writing.

10) I do English Literature, Spanish and History A level and did Maths up to AS.

Well,I hope that didn't bore you too much and you felt like you got to know me a bit more!

Ellen x

P.S: Yesterday, I found out the most exciting news ever, I've actually been shortlisted for a Company blog award, for the Best Fashion Blog- Newcomer, I was absolutely astounded when I found out. I never even posted about the company blog awards as I thought I didn't have a hope in hell chance of being nominated. So, I just wanted to say a massive massive thank you to anyone who nominated me and would like to ask you all to give me a vote; it would mean the world.


  You can vote for me in the category of Best Fashion Blog - Newcomer HERE.





109 comments:

  1. How did you find working in Topshop?

    Congratulations on the short list!!

    Day Dreams & Daisy Chains

    <3

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    1. I wasn't a massive fan haha, I've since worked in Next and Debenhams and much preferred it! Thank you :) <3

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  2. Congratulations on the shortlist! I love posts like this, it lets you know who's behind the blog :) Great post!

    Sophie xo | thatswhatsophiesaid

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  3. Congratulations! I love the new blog design and good luck with the award - I hope you win xx

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  4. Nice post...good luck with the award...

    http://lttreasure.blogspot.co.uk/

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  5. Aww this is such a cutie post! It's great that you're introducing yourself, you're adorable! And I love your blog, it's lovely. Good luck with the Company blog awards, just voted for you. :)

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  6. Love it! It is grate!!!
    Keep in touch!
    http://afinaskaterblogspotcom.blogspot.ru/

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  7. eeeeeep congrats on the nomination! you'll be happy to know i voted for you in this category! im nominated too in best personal style newcomer -it's crazy! xxx

    www.fashionfumblings.com

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    1. I'll give you a nomination too, it's so exciting! :) xxx

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  8. IN THIS MAKE UP YOU LOOK LIKE SUCH A CLASSY LADY , & YOU ARE FOR SURE ,
    I LOVE THOSE LIPS BABE ,

    COME BY MY BLOG & CHECK MY LATEST BAKING OBSESSION LOL

    N@NY
    http://artofnanyslife.blogspot.com/

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  9. Congrats on being shortlisted! I love these get to know you type posts - love lipstick as well x

    fabheadtotoe.blogspot.co.uk

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  10. Great post and congrats on getting to the company blog awards shortlist, you deserve it! All the best~~
    x

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  11. Lovely little post :-D. Good luck and a massive well done! :-D xx

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  12. great post and congreats!

    <3

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  13. Aww wow congratulations!! That's amazing news :)
    Also you are so pretty, and you really suit that red lipstick :D it's good to learn some more about you :)

    hollyamberrio.blogspot.co.uk
    xx

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  14. hey the girl behind the brilliant blog !

    1 Love your blog and so happy for your nomination !!!!! yeahhhhhh congrats- voted for sure big love

    dawn
    www.dressmeperfect.com

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  15. Congratulations on being shortlisted! That's so exciting :) Good luck, and red lipstick really suits you! ^.^

    Tyra xxx
    tyradressedinblack.blogspot.co.uk

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  16. Congrats on the company shortlist! I've just voted for you now!
    It's really nice to read a little bit about you as I've been visiting your blog for a while now :)

    I'd love it if you took a look at my blog here!: RebeccaRuby - A lifestyle blog

    Becca x

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    1. Aww thanks so much Becca! Course I will :) xx

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  17. Great to meet you :) and amazing you have never dyed your hair haha word of advice best to stay natural ;D and I was the same with false eyelashes I never wear them but do sometimes for photos as they give a nice effect however yesterday I was out in some to take photos in a dress and the wind was crazy and suprisingly they never came of so the glue must be super strong :O and congratz on the blog awards I noticed the other day and voted for you :) good luck! xx

    www.krystelcouture.com

    Designer Dress Hire Giveaway

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    1. I was so tempted by the ombre trend, but I was too scared lol! I definitely need to give fake eyelashes a go then! Awww thanks so much Krystel, you're lovely :) xx

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  18. Lovely post, I would have loved to work at Topshop. Xx

    - Justine
    jayseaxo.blogspot.com

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    1. The discount was a bonus, but that's about it lol xx

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  19. You are doing so well for a newbie blogger. Congrats on all your success - and here's to many more.
    Beauty Fashion Skin Care Blog - Girlie Blog Seattle | Cheap Makeup Reviews

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  20. I am loving your makeup and also your red lip-stick!


    -Vogue&Heels
    www.vogueandheels.com

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  21. I have never worn fake lashes too! I look forward to reading more posts from you! Following you here and on Bloglovin! I hope we keep in touch :)

    Airish ♥
    http://gorgeousglance.blogspot.com/

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  22. Great to know a little more about you :D

    I always like reading this and before I forget .. I love you makeup :)



    Kisses !!

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  23. aaaaw it's lovely to put a face to the blog - you are very pretty and very lucky that you have naturally thick and long eyelashes - I'm scared of false eyelashes too ha ha. I'm glad you feel you have grown in confidence, that is so important at your age and it's amazing that something like blogging has done that for you. Congratulations on that, and congratulations on the Company nomination. I have just voted for you! Good luck! x

    http://forcailini.blogspot.com

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    1. Aww Colleen you really always are so nice, thank you so much :) xx

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  24. I love to read these facts about you. It's great getting to know you better.
    And you are so beautiful! I really love the red lipstick :-)

    xo The Daily Fashion Drug

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    1. Aww thanks so much, I'd feel bare without it :) xo

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  25. Thanks for dropping by my blog :)

    It's lovely that you're revealing the face behind the name, and I love love love the new layout

    tan-talk.blgospot.co.uk x

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  26. Cat's eyes!

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    MAUD FERRON
    www.facebook.com/leblogdemaudferron

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  27. You look so pretty, stunning make up. Thank you for your commment. I follow you at GFC and Bloglovin and I would be happy if you decide to follow me back in both:-)
    Kisses
    Aga

    New posts:
    How to wear prints?
    How to ride a bike with style?
    Follow me at Bloglovin!
    www.agasuitcase.com

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    1. Aww thank you so much, I'll visit your blog again xxx

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  28. I love your makeup and I've never dyed my hair as well! :)

    Have a Marvelous Monday!
    xoxo
    Crystal

    My Blog, Crystal Chizoba
    My YouTube Channel

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  29. Well done, you have done so well for a new blog :)

    P.xx
    greywalls94.blogspot.co.uk

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  30. Such a pretty pic xx
    http://jadegillett.blogspot.co.uk/

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  31. Wow, you are so beautiful!! :)
    xx, Siri

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  32. Thank you for the kind comment on my blog
    Congratulations on being nominated!!! I love watermelon too and ny first job was in retail and I hated it!! Ha ha x

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  33. Awww congratulations about being nominated!! How exciting!!

    So jealous that you not only have a Topshop close to you...but that you worked at one!

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    1. I know I'm so excited! Aww it wasnt all that :) x

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  34. thanks for stopping by our blog - we love yours too!
    would you like to follow eachother?

    lots of love from the casper&pearl girls – a little Aussie fashion brand
    casper&pearl blog
    xx

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  35. Love your blog <3 <3 Great post honey!! Congratulations on the nomination!

    Do visit my blog:
    http://rakhshanda-chamberofbeauty.blogspot.in/

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  36. I never wear false eyelashes either but for different reasons. I just don't want them to pull my real lashes out. Congrats on the award I will vote for you!

    xo
    Tiffy
    Blog: CuteLA.com

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    1. Aww that would worry me as well! Thanks so much :) xo

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  37. Congrats on being shortlisted, such great news!! I love watermelon, i live on it in the summer!! xx

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  38. you're so young! when you said your first job was at 16 I thought you'd be older ;p
    red lipstick really suits you!

    xo

    Inspirations Have I None

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    1. I've had three since then! Haha, aww thank you :) xo

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  39. Voted :D Wow! You have so many followers in such a little amount of time, how did you manage that?! We all love you ;) x

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    1. Thanks so much Becki! I really don't know, it just sort of happened! I'm still in shock, awww thanks ;) x

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  40. The interview was like 2 hours long, it was ridiculous lol Definitely agree:) xo

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  41. Yay! Crossing all my fingers and toes for you. It's so nice to see your pretty face! :)

    Tara
    www.thestylerawr.com
    xoxo

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  42. Hi! Just found your blog via Google+ ! You're very pretty and sweet to reply every comment! Congratulations on the award and your new blog design! Voted you up for the award because you seem very dedicated to blogging ^^ congrats again!

    Would you like to check out my blog, perhaps follow each other?
    <3 wittyinwhite.blogspot.com.au

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    1. Awww Whitney that's really nice, thank you so much! Of course I will check out your blog! xx

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  43. I really like this blog :)
    Do you maybe want to follow each other ?:)

    www.olivains.com

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  44. beautiful btw thanx for your comment & visit to my blog!
    Tye
    http://blog.lagelle.com

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  45. Hi lovely,
    I was wondering if you'd like to guest post on my blog email me of your interested
    Cole
    Coleoftheball@gmail.com
    Coleoftheballl33.blogspot.co.uk

    Xx

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  46. Congrats girl. I have voted for you, fingers cross. Hope you get it.

    www.naajronaslifestyle.com

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  47. Congrats on the nomination and thank you for your lovely comment :)

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  48. Love this post :) Congratulations on getting short listed for the Company awards :) That's amazing :) x

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  49. Wow as if you've never worn false eyelashes! They're my guilty pleasure! haha. Congrats beaut!!!!!

    http://floatingbyfashion.blogspot.co.uk/

    X

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  50. Wow, it's so cool to finally meet the person behind the name! (if that makes sense).
    I want to wish you the best of luck in the Company awards, you've got my vote :) You totally deserve it. Your blog posts are always great and so informative, I love them and you're one of the best bloggers I know for always leaving lovely comments!
    Best of Luck!
    xx

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    1. Aww thanks Katie! That really is so lovely :) xx

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  51. Awesome!
    would you like to follow each other?

    kiss kiss from Portugal!

    LOVE,
    JS photography
    http://joanadesousaphotography.blogspot.pt/

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I love getting your messages, it still amazes me people actually take the time to read my ramblings! They're always read and appreciated so thank you :) xxx

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