While 2016 has been rubbish for many people in so many ways, its actually been a pretty great year for my blog. Yesterday’s post was my 300th post of the year (yes, just this year!), I’ve hit a tonne of milestones and I just feel so proud of all the hard work I’ve put into it, and super happy with the results.
A lot of change has happened this year, from my layout to my writing style and the topics I’ve written about, and every one of these changes has made this blog reflect my true personality more and more. Finding my blogging voice has absolutely rocketed my confidence, but looking back I’ve come to realise that I have quite a few other bloggers to thank for inspiring me..
Without a doubt, Jemma is absolute blogger goals. She is the loveliest person, her work ethic is incredible, and her style is 100% goals. I’ve always loved bright colours, and in a world full of marble backdrops, Dorkface is a ray of sunshine and rainbows.
I don’t think a blog has ever been more true and relateable, and I don’t think I’ve missed a single post this year because this girl cracks me up. Reading Vix has given me the confidence to write exactly how I want to, whether I’m feeling sassy and sarcastic, or completely open up about my feelings – not that I could ever do it as well as she does!
Cara is the most beautiful person, both inside and out. I’ve been lucky enough to become friends with her this year, but as well as just being all-round amazing, she’s inspired me to wear and feel confident in whatever clothes I want, and frequently find myself thinking ‘would Cara like this?’ when I’m shopping.
I knew that 2016 was the year I’d be making much more of an effort with my fitness, but this girl has made me want to push myself harder and further. She’s my absolute fitspo queen and I’m always keeping an eye out for her amazing meal prep photos and workout selfies!
This year would have absolutely not been the same without this girl. She’s my Disney soul mate and become one of my closest friends, and I can’t wait for all our 2017 adventures together. Plus she has a dreamy Instagram account that you should 100% be following.
What bloggers have had the biggest impact on you this year?
Lottie Does 
Woow! 😍 I’ve only heard about Jemma, I love getting to know other bloggers. I think the bloggers who have had the biggest impact on me are everyone from the Beauties on Fire and the Girl Gang community. Especially Beth Foust and Lily Jayne, they’ve been really helpful with everything and it’s amazing to see a loving blogging community. I wish you massive luck for 2017 lovely, I can not wait to see where your blog goes!
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Thanks lovely! I think the whole community is so nice and it makes me proud to be a part of it when you see such amazing people 🙂
I love Dorkface too she’s amazing and her blog photos are fantastic 🙂
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Isn’t she just?! She’s so lovely too, she designed my blog header! 🙂
Victoria InTheFrow and Lydia Elise Millen are my favourite bloggers this year. I can’t wait to read the rest of them so thank you for this post! x
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Ooh, I’ll go check them out! Thanks lovely! X
I love dorkface too! She is amazing