I have the sweetest tooth, ever— worryingly so! I love chocolate, cake, biscuits & anything with sugar in that I can get my hands on. So when I saw this competition on Mademoiselle Robot’s blog, I had to have me a piece of the action! Look at that tea & cake ring! Isn’t it awesome? Tea, cake & accesories— three of my favourite things, neatly packaged onto my finger. Fabulous.
Lo & behold, I won & this beautiful little thing arrived in my letterbox yesterday, with a light thud.
Yum! There’s not actually any tea in sight & I don’t know what kind of cake has a slice of melon on top, but it’s cute ‘n kitsch nonetheless, & as for the tea, my own brew is just fine!
If you haven’t already seen the other delectable treats that Rock ‘n Rose have to offer, then go & ogle over the pages of contemporary as well as vintage items for sale!
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I’m a bit of a girly-girl who enjoys make-up, cosmetics & everything under the beauty umbrella. I love creating new looks with colours, textures & embellishments, as you can tell, so the thought of going out with absolutely no make-up on at all, horrifies me! I’m not blessed with beautiful clear skin & my uneven skin tone often leaves a lot to be desired, so I always wear some kind of cover up, whether its concealer, foundation, powder or all of the above!.
However, sometimes needs must. With my recent promotion at work (hence the lack of blogging!) I’ve been working more hours & getting up earlier than any human should. 4:30am is a time where we should all be sleeping, safe & sound, not putting on a face full of make-up! And so, one morning I just didn’t. I washed my face, dried it off & didn’t look in the mirror. I went to work for 8hrs & didn’t feel any more or less confident than any other day.
This was a huge revelation for me! I probably won’t stop wearing cosmetics for years to come, as it can really be beautiful if you know how to apply it & it can completely transform you (plus, we all have bad days!), but it’s nice to know that I don’t need to turn down invites if I’ve not put anything on yet (it has been known!) or have an extra 20 minutes in bed!
How do you feel about make-up? Are you a slave to foundation, bronzer & eyeliner, or is a quick slick of mascara enough for you?
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No doubt you’ve read about the Aussie Angels on some of your favourite blogs already. Well, I was lucky enough to be invited along to the London treasure-hunt to root out some lush Aussie goodies, but unfortunately I couldn’t make it! The perils of working weekends also meant I couldn’t make it to any of the pamper sessions with the other lovely ladies either. I was completely gutted, but this was rendered by the amazing Lauren at Aussie who sent me a box full of sweet-smelling shampoos, conditioners & treatments to review for you all! Lucky, or what?
First up, is Aussie Miracle Moist Shampoo. Usually my hair is in pretty good condition, but since I’ve started growing it, it’s been dry & brittle. I’m molting everywhere! Plus, I dye it & endless heat-treatment & clipping it up while it’s still wet, has meant my hair is breaking & my ends are split. The only thing that can really sort this out, is having a trim, but this shampoo is a great in between step, while I’m being lazy about booking an appointment!
My pet peeve with shampoo, is it not lathering up enough! With some cheaper brands, I have to wash my hair a couple of times, because it doesn’t feel like it’s rich enough & actually touching my scalp! But this shampoo produces a lovely lather, that smells great too— I love stepping out of the shower & still smelling it in the bathroom hours later, as well as on my hair. My hair feels soft & bouncy & clean, without stripping it off all of it’s natural oils. It’s got volume & doesn’t weigh my hair down, leaving it flat at the roots, like some products!
No hair pampering sesh is quite complete without a little conditioner! Instead of using the matching Miracle Moist Conditioner, I jumped right in with the 3 Minute Miracle Reconstructor Deep Conditioner, as my hair was in a sad state of affairs. I slathered it over my head, did my thing & then washed it off a few minutes later & it felt so good. You know how sometimes, you’re washing conditioner out & your hair either feels no different at all, or just completely greasy? Well, not this magic potion. No, no. My hair’s soft & shiny! I’d definitely recommend this as a weekly must-have, to keep your hair in tip-top condish!
My hair smells: kind of like sherbert! It’s sweet, without being sickly & overpowering. And the scent lasts until the next wash.
My hair feels: soft & healthy.
My hair looks: shiny & bouncy, despite it’s real state!
Rating: 7/10.
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The idea that someone would choose to wear something they don’t even like, completely baffles me. I’m not saying we’re not all influenced by current fashion trends, whether they’re all over the high street, the catwalks, or being adorned by your favourite blogger, because of course we all are— just yesterday, I bought a boyfriend-fit blazer. But I bought it because I genuinely liked it, not because other people were wearing it— the fact they were exhibiting it, simply bought it to my attention. Next season when it’s declared ‘out’ by someone who believes they can dictate peoples wardrobes, I’ll still be wearing it!
However, Kim‘s comments on my last post, astonished me— do people really not wear what they want to wear, in their own time?! I’m not talking about at school or work, where there may be some kind of uniform or restrictions, but at the weekend, evening or any other time that you would call your own.
I asked the Twitterverse if they wore what they truly wanted & here’s just some of the responses I received:
Midorigreen— “I guess most people don’t wear exactly what they want because they’re influenced by other people and available clothing.”
Vixel & Leia— “I wear what I like as far as the weather and physical comfort will allow me to!”
Kate— “ahaha I don’t because everything I want to wear is always in the washing basket.”
Perhaps it has something to do with shopping on my own, but I always wear what I want & I love it. It may not always be the most creative or outlandish of outfits & there may be key pieces from current trends, but I’ve chosen them because I like them. (And there are plenty that I don’t— broderie anglais, brogues, fringing & harem pants to name but a few!)
No one has to an ‘individual’— a truly unique person is so hard to come by these days! But I think everyone should enjoy & love what they wear! Whether it’s carbon-copy of something you’ve seen on your fav celeb, or on the catwalk, or if it’s your very own creation— lap it up & luxuriate & relish in it’s glory!
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Fashion Week, I loathe you. You’re clogging up my Google Reader!
If like me, high-end fashion is not your thing, think of your favourite things & turn it into your very own Week! These are some of my favs:
Cupcake Week— that was actually 14th-19th September, but cupcakes should be appreciated all the time, so I say extend it & bake away! Devour the prettiest, brightest cupcakes, every day! Yum. Calories, shmalories.
Pretty In Pink Week— wear it, make it, bake it, eat it, paint it, create it, knit it, sew it, draw with it, look at it, like it, love it!
Glitter Appreciation Week— you can never have too much glitter and/or sequins! Wear it every day, with pride.
Slumber Party Week— whack out the PJ’s, grab your friends, turn up the stereo & party all week, in the best possible way— with midnight feasts, movies, popcorn & girly chats!
Gig Week— see a different band / artist from a completely different genre than you’re used to listening to, every day of the week. Open up your horizons! Or, follow a band on tour for the week. Make posters & banners. Get yourself known! (Obviously, this isn’t so viable if you’re going to a death metal show.)
Vlogging Week— if you’ve never made one before, now is the time to start documenting your life in video!
YouTube Beauty Tutorials Week— follow your fav artists & recreate one of their looks each day.
You can have a National Week, for absolutely anything. What would you choose?
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Okay, so in the middle of the credit crunch, buying jewellery while you should be paying for your bills may not be the best idea, but it is possible to do both. While times are hard, it’s important to keep yourself happy— & a little accessory here & there from some of the lovely Etsy stores, can do that! And hey, even if there’s nothing you want to buy, maybe there’s a gap in the market for you to sell & make your own craft on Etsy, too!
But why should you shop at Etsy, as opposed to the high street?
1. You’re supporting independent designers! Flip the coin to the other side & think how hard it is for small, little boutiques in this day & age to survive. Your few pounds will help them keep their head above the water.
2. You can grab unique items that not every other person will have, walking down the street. And often, you can buy bespoke, customised pieces too!
3. Walking into Topshop, you might see a stand with up to 15-20 necklaces on it, but on Etsy there are thousands of items to choose from, from gold, to silver, to plastic, to wood, from funky, to goth, to traditional. There’s something to suit everyone’s tastes, as talent is pulled from all over the world.
And if that hasn’t persuaded you, maybe these fine sellers will:
Laura’s Jewellery is for the average girl, who like to add a bit of colour to her life, whilst still being fairly subtle. She sells cute, romantic gems like the items pictured above, as well as random pieces like dinosaur & Crayon earrings, lego rings & puzzle pendants. It’s all very pink, girly & lovely!
Kristaface is simply amazing. Candy sprinkles & glitter set in resin, anyone? Yes please! This is probably a little too garish for some, but Kristaface makes the brightest, yummiest jewels out there, of the best, tackiest kind, for the girl who is not afraid to be noticed! It might be a little hard for a lot of people to pull off, but this is the kind of unique accessory I love, to brighten up an outfit! They’re suitable for big kids who love fairytales, princesses, cupcakes & magic.
Heart Sized Crush make jewellery for those of us who are too indecisive (or scared!) to get a tattoo. If you’ve always wanted a pair of swallows on your chest, but you can’t make the commitment with ink, then grab a necklace instead. Or indulge in, skulls, flowers, knuckledusters, nautical stars & even scrolls with “mom” or “dad” written on it. I love this idea!
What are your fav Etsy stores? Do you have one of your own?
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Last night, myself & a handful of other bloggers & one of their lucky readers, went to the JoY Store at Bankside, London, to launch the Go Find It treasure hunt in association with Ford, to help raise awareness around the activities of the launch of the new (gorgeous!) Ford KA. It was full of fun, laughter, food, drink & shopping! Here’s what happened…
4.30pm Kate gets to my humble abode. We sip tea, eat homemade pink & blue cupcakes, courtesy of moi & talk about life, blogging, bloggers (who we secretly love & loathe!) & everything in between. She notices how pink things are scattered everywhere around the flat & I confess that pinkness is slowly infiltrating my poor boyfriend’s life!
6:40pm Get on the train. 10 mins later, we briskly walk for our connecting train. We think we’ve missed it, but we’re saved by a man who’s brave enough to run & press the button to open the doors. Thank you, big, sweaty man!
7:15pm Arrive at London Bridge & hazily head for the Tate Modern. We talk to a homeless guy & walk along cobbled streets. We soon realise we need to be the other side of the building. Cut through what appears to be a staff entrance only slip-through at the Tate, but we go for it anyway— & it’s a good thing we did, because we see the Blue Fin Building, home to IPC Media— we’re so close now!
7:40pm We find our destination. We’re outside the JoY Store. Er, we appear to still be walking though. We stop. We’re 10 minutes late. It looks like the bloggers are listening intently & we’re going to interrupt if we barge in. I make Kate go first.
Beautiful lighting at JoY
7:45pm A lovely guy opens the door for us, no questions asked & we give our apologies. There’s a sigh of relief as we realise we’re not interrupting anything but mingling! We meet Violette (who contacted me about the event), the photographer Camille & I spot Harriet & Sherin who I met at the UKLB meet up!
7:50pm We’re shown where the champagne is. We sip it. It is good.
7:55pm Oh & there are cute little cupcakes too, with mini, edible Ford KA’s on them! (Thank you Lola’s Kitchen!)
8.00pm Violette gathers all the bloggers & their readers & explains about the launch & our treasure hunt. We’re amazed to find that there’s a miniature Ford KA hidden around the store for each of us, worth £60 each. Aah! The hunt begins & I’ve still got half a glass of champagne in my hand. I need rid, if I’m to search this store without destroying it! Kate exclaims, “You’re from Croydon. Just down it!” And so, I do. Classy. (And Camille manages to sneakily capture a photo of it!)
Kate trying to decide what to buy!
8:10pm Every now & again there are little screams as people find a KA! After a while, it would appear like everyone has theirs, but me. Rumour is, Claire found two, so eventually I find her & ask her where she’s hidden the second one. She tells me, I find it & all is well in the world again!
Big gold letters!
8:15pm We start our shopping & there’s just so much to choose from! Do I go for trinkets, jewellery, home accessories, bags, shoes or clothes?! Argh. Eventually, I settle on the sweetie ring, the gorgeous heart locket bag (the display one was the last on there, but the guy behind the counter told me to “just take it! I love it, take it!”), a funky pink cassette purse, rubber monkey key covers (as I’m genuinely getting confused with the amount of keys I have to have to get in my flat!), a big gold letter A & a sparkly blue nail file to bring me to exactly £60!
Bloggers & their readers queueing up to cash in their vouchers
8:40pm Myself & Kate have our ‘purchases’ in hand & we’re happy. Violette sneakily tells us that there’s another KA hidden somewhere & me & Kate are on it, before hoards of other people find out about it! We agree to split it if we find it & seconds later, Kate has it in her hand! We earn another £30 voucher each.
9.00pm We’re on our way to the station with Sherin, all of us feeling gleeful, delighted & joyous! Our purses are just as empty as they were when we arrived, our bellies are full of cake & champagne & our hands are full of new, free things & there are smiles on our faces!
And you could win vouchers too! There are thousands of Ford Ka miniatures hiding in JOY stores every Friday throughout September. If you find one, you’ll instantly win £10 JOY store vouchers to spend as you choose, or even £100 JOY store vouchers on the last Friday. So go, go, go!
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Thea-Kate is an all-singing, all-dancing, aspiring actress & model, but you might know her as YouTube make-up tutor, xrubyredlips. I think most people love her or hate her— & I certainly know which side of the fence I’m sitting on! I caught up with Thea recently & she kindly answered a few questions for me, about her life, loves & the fact the she– shock horror– doesn’t like cake! I know, I was unnerved too…
How might you describe yourself in less than 50 words?
I’m quirky & my own person- I believe I have my own style & do not copy anyone else! I also don’t care what anyone says about me! I love my life & I love to talk & sing. I’m caring.
I love your YouTube tutorials! When & why did you get started?
In July 2008, I was watching Panacea81 all the time & one day I was a little bored & decided to do my own video tutorials.
Do you think you’ll ever look back at some of your first vids & regret them?
Yes! A lot!
Anyone watching one of your videos for the first time, might be astonished to learn that you’ve just recently turned 13 years old. I know you receive a lot of comments about your age & some people think you’re too young for make-up, so how do you deal with such comments?
I personally don’t think 13 is too young for make-up. I was 12 when i started the videos and i have worn make-up for a long time, because I perform & sing & I’m constantly in shows & competitions, so I have to wear make-up. I learnt about make-up from a young age. People are entitled to their own opinions & that is fine. I certainly don’t take it to heart!
Do your friends at school know about your channel? If so, what do they think about it?
Yes they do. Some have subscribed, but I don’t mix school & my singing or performing or anything & do not go on about it— I never mention anything! I like to keep it totally separate.
Personally, I think it’s fab that you can do what you do at your age! When I was 13, there was no YouTube & make-up tutorials on the internet weren’t a big phenomenon, so a girl only had magazines to work from! Where do you get your inspiration for your looks?
I get the inspiration from my mum and nin (grandmother) & from watching other make-up artists on YouTube, & also watching shows like Britain / America’s Next Top Model & also from magazines.
What’s been your favourite look so far?
My ariel look. (see below)
What are your current 5 must-haves in your make-up bag?
Mac cream blush in liliscent, Urban Decay eyeshadow palette, Mac bronzer in golden, Soap & glory sexy mother pucker lipgloss & Maybelline colossal volume mascara.
Are there any other girls doing the same thing on YouTube that you admire or look up to?
There are really no other girls on YouTube that I look up to or admire. I have subscribed to some girls who are just starting out, but I seem to be the only girl with so many subscribers.
What’s your fav cosmetics brand?
Mac!
What makes you jump-in-the-air happy, besides make-up & singing?
Dancing, clothes and shopping! And holidaying— I have just been to Paris and went to the Chanel shop— that made me happy! My friends and family also make me happy. Oh & going to the theatre!
You’re a multi-talented girl, who acts, sings & models, as well creating online cosmetics tutorials. If you could only choose to do one of those for the rest of your life, which would it be & why?
Singing because it is my life— I have been brought up with music & if I could not have music & singing in my life, I would be so depressed!
What’s next for Thea-Kate? Where would you like to be in 10 years time?
Singing to millions of people on the West End, a famous film star, or a presenter on nationwide or worldwide TV, having my own range of clothes & make-up & RICH! Oh, & happy!
Quick fire round: What’s your fav…
Shop: Six, Topshop & Primark
Book: A Child Called It and Anne Frank’s Diary
Website: Facebook
Season: Summer
Band / Artist: The Script, The Naughtys & Michael Jackson
Food: Chinese
Cupcake flavour: I DON’T LIKE CAKES!
City: Paris
Thanks for talking to me Thea!
Do you have a shop, blog, brand, website, a hidden talent or something else you’d like to shout about from the rooftops, in the Aimee Marie Loves series? If so, please contact me!
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Over here at the Aimee Marie HQ, you’ll find that my wardrobe is full of high street clobber, handmade items & thrifted pieces— I’m all for supporting small businesses, charities & new designers! Which is why I salute ModCloth!
ModCloth came out of founder, Susan Gregg-Koger’s, desire to buy & share fab vintage pieces. As a teenager, she was a keen thrifter & never one to by-pass a bargain— she soon had a wardrobe full of clothes that weren’t even in her size! Now, along with an amazing team of people, she’s searching for unique pieces & upcoming hot designers, to sell on ModCloth.com for her eclectic group of customers, like you & I! Susan proves that you can love your work & still make a living at the same time— AND she makes it look easy. Awesome!
If you’re not familiar with them, where have you been? Go & take a look, now! I was lucky enough to receive some free beauties from the MC team today, which I l-o-v-e, love! I chose the gorgeous Party of Five Tunic, partly because of the amazing show that it’s named after (ah, bring back the nineties!), but also because it looked like it would be so versatile & light for the summer– & it is! I’m envisioning it paired with leather, leggings & DM’s in the day, killer heels & accessories for the night & even jeans & pumps for the office.
You may have also noticed my other gift in the first set— the lovely Lucy Locket bracelet! I love how chunky this is– big & bold is completely my thing. I don’t do dainty! The locket is also big enough to fit a decent sized photo, if you so wish. It’s got a lovely vintage feel to it & jingles & jangles when you move— the true sign in a good bracelet, is the noise it makes! I’m already planning some new outfits with these gems, so look out for them in What I Wore posts!
The lovely guys & girls at my new fav indie & vintage clothing store have given aimeemarieblog readers a lovely 10% off an entire order until 1st August 2009! Just enter promo code “aimee” at the checkout! Great, huh? If you’re stuck with what to shell your pennies out on, set your peepers on the Breathless Dress in Starry Night, The Hannah Dress (so cute!), Paris Je T’Aime necklace & my personal fav, the Dapperly Dietrich Satchel!
So what are you waiting for?
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Reading, Leeds, Download, V & Glastonbury— all amazing British music festivals.
All will leave you feeling slightly less glamourous & smelling more off-key, than when you arrived.
Whether it’s camping at a festival, pitching your tent for a weekend away with your other half or staying in the middle of nowhere for a girly getaway, you’ll need to travel light & pack items that are versatile.
Is camping for me?
I’m not going to lie to you. If you’re at a festival, someone will try & pee on / poo on / burn / jump on / sleep on [delete as applicable] your tent. Nobody knows why— perhaps it’s a mix of the buzz of live music, sweat, dirt, cheap alcohol & freely available hallucinogenics, that induces people into marking their territory with their scent. Unfortunately, there’s not much you can do about it either apart from scream, holla & yell at the perpetrator, in their act!
So if you’re a girly girl who doesn’t like to rough it (not that anyone who does, would enjoy their temporary home being doused in urine) & would rather gauge your eyes out, than not shower for three days & sleep on a ground sheet, then maybe the camping option isn’t for you! If you book early, you can find a hotel near your chosen festival with all the luxuries of home (ah, running water) or even rent a camper van or caravan if you still want to be in the thick of it on the campsite, but would rather your house didn’t blow away, with a sudden gust of wind.
Safety first (or in this case, second)
Book your tickets early & from a reputable seller. There are a lot of dishonest people out there (not just on eBay!) that will try to scam as many as people as possible, out of their hard earned money. Beware of touts outside campsites selling dodgy tickets, too. This thread on a Reading Festival forum has lots of hints & tips (that can be applied to other festivals too) about making your booking, including a list of approved ticket sellers & other great ideas, such as notifying your bank that you’ll be spending a large sum of money (especially useful if you’re buying more than one ticket!), so they don’t block your card or decline the transaction, thinking it’s something suspicious. If money isn’t on your side, then save money & guarantee your ticket by working for it. A lot of charities like Oxfam approach students to be volunteer stewards. Sorted!
Don’t bring any valuables with you, if you can help it. The majority of your belongings are going to be left in your tent, so if there’s something you don’t want to lose or get broken, leave it at home! Keep your money & phone on you at all times.
Getting there
When it comes to making your way to your campsite, make sure you leave in plenty of time, whether you’re driving or you’ve booked train tickets, as the traffic will be horrendous & missing out on valuable festival time is not an option! Be nice to the environment & car share with people– chances are if everyone did this, there’d be less traffic & you’d get there a whole lot quicker! Sell off spaces in your car for petrol money.
Pitching Up
DO ensure you know how to pitch & dismantle your tent before you arrive
DON’T pitch your tent too near the toilets– they will flood & smell like something you’ve never smelt before!
DO make sure you’re in walking distance of them though!
DON’T stay right in the middle of a campsite– running through other peoples campfires & mud & puddles just to get to a toilet / stage / food place, is not fun, particularly if you’re in a rush!
DON’T put your tent right on the edge of a path either– in a drunken state, people will mistake it for a bed / toilet / something worse & the temptation to destroy it in some way will be too much!
DO bring a lilo or an airbed to sleep on for extra comfort & to stop moisture from the ground seeping into your sleeping bag!
Fashion
As much as we could argue that your weekend away is all about the music, it’s just as much about peoples eclectic style too. Life is one big blank canvas, so make it look good & flaunt it! Ultimately, you should wear what the hell you want, any time, any day, any place. Just remember that festival-wear should be versatile & multi-purpose, so you don’t have to pack your whole wardrobe! I love:
Think light cottons; multiple layers; knee high socks; waterproof boots; sunglasses; scarves for warmth (& sitting on!); a hat to cover up unwashed hair & the sun out of your peepers; shorts; vests; cardigans; small across-the-body bags that you don’t have to carry.
Health, Beauty & Hygiene
This is what puts most people off festivals, isn’t it? They love the part scene but, understandably, don’t love the lack of hygiene! There are now hot showers at most festivals, but the queues are just not worth it. Do your research beforehand & see if any local leisure centres are opening their doors to festival go-ers to use their facilities. It’ll be worth the walk! If not, you can always use one of the taps that are dotted around, but beware other people will have the same idea & the water is freezing!
Ensure your backpack contains:
+ babywipes– can be used to remove make-up, wipe dirty hands, freshen your face, armpits, moistening legs for shaving & a whole host of things!
+ toothpaste– there’s nothing better than fresh breath to wake you up & feeling clean again! Look out for travel-size tubes. (See gotiny.co.uk.)
+ Dr Bronner’s Pure Castile Soap– now this is a multipurpose product if I ever saw one! Dr B’s soap can be used for body-washing & your face, dishes & even laundry! Super.
+ deodorant– need I say more?
+ razor– hairy bits = no!
+ moisturiser with SPF– now is not the time to be getting burnt!
+ toilet roll– remember to take this with you when you visit the portaloo!
+ dry shampoo– this will only work for a few days, so remember a scarf or hat to hide greasy hair!
+ mini first aid kit– plasters, paracetemol & anti-histamines. Better to be safe than sorry!
As for cosmetics, you really won’t want to wear much at all, particularly if it’s hot & sweaty, so just invest in concealer, waterproof mascara & eyeliner & a bit of bronzer or blusher, if you really can’t bare being bare-faced!
Food & Drink
Take as many long-life dry groceries with you as you can, such as tins of soup, beans, fruit, instant noodles, biscuits, crisps, crackers & anything else you desire. Hot food such as chips, hot dogs & burgers will be available too, but many stalls are overpriced. Don’t forget to bring bottled water for hydration, as well as cooking (invest in a portable stove for boiling water & heating food) & rinsing your mouth after brushing your teeth!
If you intend on drinking, bring as much alcohol with you as possible to save money! Often, you’re not allowed to bring bottles into the actual arena / stage area, (but drinks are available for purchase, in some lovely plastic tumblers!) so be aware that you’ll have to leave it in your tent, where it could go missing.
Ultimately you should go out, be happy, make new friends, listen to amazing music & HAVE FUN !
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