Clothes Show Live 2014;

Hello Lovelies!

Happy December!

I know I haven't posted in a while but I've been super busy because I'm moving to Liverpool next year and I've been travelling a lot back and forward.

I promise I'll never leave you again *hugs for all*

I went to the Clothes Show Live at Birmingham NEC on the 5th and it was very fun! There was so many beautiful clothes, great celebrities and some great deals on make up! I walked away with some amazing deals from Barry M including limited edition nail polishes, lip stain and eye shadow for only £10!

The whole area was full of celebrities there, mainly Made in Chelsea and TOWIE stars, including Lauren Goodger, Millie Mackintosh and even *swoons* Andy Jordan. I got a snap with him and his darling Mum, after buying a t-shirt from his surf shop Jam Industries. I recommend going to their on line store for more comfy and wearable clothing. The ASOS stores were also very stylish and surprisingly affordable.

The fashion shows themselves were a sight to behold. Multiple universities were asked to exhibit their clothes on the Image catwalk. Some of my favourites came from these catwalks and I sat through two shows in awe. Their designs were innovative, feminine and funky in all aspects and I definitely saw some of the next upcoming designers on the runway.

I definitely think that the Clothes Show should be on everyone's list for a fashionable and affordable 2015!

On another note, yesterday I had the pleasure of meeting the biggest boy band in the world - One Direction. My younger sister has had some health problems all her life and was offered some 'wishes' by the charity 'Rays of Sunshine'. So yesterday, my family and I went to London, were picked up in a limousine and taken to meet the boy band! My sister and my family are incredibly grateful for the experience and would greatly appreciate donations to the charity and thank them so much for making my sister's dream come true. I'll be posting pictures to Instagram so take a look!

Thanks for reading!

See you soon!


Jx

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I got published!

Hello Lovelies!

Got some absolutely wonderful news that's been under wraps for a while!

After being published as a #bestPRblogs on 'Behind the spin' PR magazine, the editor was kind enough to ask me to write an article about fashion PR and try and get some interviews!

I knew straightaway who I wanted to interview; PR Goddess Crosby Noricks.

But of course, I am just one little woman who had zero contacts and no idea how to even get on the radar of such a busy woman. Luckily I was fortunate enough to find her e-mail (hallelujah) and I sent her all my hope and a slightly begging email asking if she'd do an interview with me for Behind the spin...

Days went by and I assumed she was far too busy to interview with me...but then at 3am on morning, while I was finishing up an assignment (aah,student life), I got an email...FROM CROSBY!

I may or may not have screamed and woke my flatmates up, thinking I was being murdered.

After a few e-mails and my constant splutters of "you are the best" from me, Crosby agreed and I had the task of interviewing the most awesome woman in fashion PR!

You can read my interview by the end of the weekend at http://ow.ly/EJ1ql 

And don't forget to follow Crosby at prcouture.com ! 

Thanks for reading!

Jx

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PR Stereotypes; Fact or Fiction?

Hello Lovelies!

First, I have some wonderful news, student PR magazine 'Behind the spin' have chosen my blog as one of the #bestPRblogs of this week! I'm the only one from Edge Hill on the list and I honestly could not contain my excitement and I am very grateful to my tutor Paula and the editor of BTS Richard Bailey for putting me in, hopefully it won't be the last time you see me in there either!

Today I thought I'd address the stereotypes that this world have deemed acceptable to be used when referring to the occupation of a PR.

People in my university are studying subjects that they deem are 'harder' than my course. I disagree that my course is not challenging because it is! Multiple deadlines, terminology and vocational skills are present, and I think people think I do nothing at all towards my degree. I work hard at my course in order to get the best possible grade I can and I am sure the people studying subjects like Criminology and Psychology also study like I do in order to achieve. Regardless of what course we do, we all got into university and deserve our places.

Okay, rant over. Over to the stereotypes of PR.

PR people just throw parties...
False. PR is about creating a positive public image for a client or company. You need to have many more skills than just being able to throw together a party such as damage control, reporting and liaising with journalists.

PR people drink copious amounts of coffee...
False..ish. I myself have a beautiful relationship with a Starbucks soy mocha latte that no one, not even me, understands. But not all the PR pros are addicted to caffeine.

PR is a female profession...
Nope. This is based on the fact that most of the PR practitioners are female. It's definitely not a girl's profession just as being a soldier or a firefighter is not just a male profession. Men are welcomed into this profession with open arms!

PR people are liars...
False or True...you'll never know. Some people believe that PR people are definite liars and use their 'spin doctor' ways to promote mass corporations. Personally, this has never really occurred to me that they are liars, just there to do a job.

Working in PR is just like Samantha Jones in 'Sex and the city'...
False. I absolutely adored Samantha in SATC and if I'm completely honest, her influence is what made me research public relations in more depth. It wasn't because of the parties, it was more about the control she possessed over any situations during an event and social skills wonderfully portrayed by Kim Catrall that really made me wonder about the wonderful, wonderful career choice. So no, it's not just like Samantha, it's 100% better.

There's a few stereotypes I think really made me raise my eyebrow. I hope this helped any students who are still unsure about this career. My advice is to do lots of research on the career and be 100% sure on what you want to do. This career is hard work but also has some amazing perks!

Thank you for reading, I'll see you soon!

Jx

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A warm welcome to my blog!

Hello and welcome to all my lovely readers!

My name is Joanna, I'm a PR student in my first year at Edge Hill University in Lancashire. I made this blog in order to get my voice out there and to help anyone who is studying or planning to study PR at university. But first, let's make this personal as I tell you a little more about myself...

• I'm a country girl who grew up in the hills of Shropshire.
• It's my dream to work for In magazines.
• I will be attempting to learn more French in order to broaden my horizons. 
• My favourite designer house is Chanel because of it's innovative designs and timeless classics - I think you all know what I mean *cough* Chanel suit *cough*.
•  I love cities and although my university is a bit out in the sticks, it's only a half hour from Liverpool so I will be visiting there around the Winter time.
• My favourite colour is pink and you will know this because everything I own, except clothing, is pink.
• I love food, which is both a blessing and a curse. 
• My favourite restaurant is Café Rouge.
• I love make up.
• I'm a lover of literature and collector of Vogue.
• My fashion inspirations are Keira Knightly and Carey Mulligan.
• I want to write for Vogue and meet the Queen, Anna Wintour.

So there's a few things about me for all of you nosey devils out there.

I feel like we know each other better already!

I will be posting every week on this blog about any fashion, travel, celebrity gossip and scandals that have tickled the public's fancy that week!

Thanks for reading!

J x