( Cover photographed by Julie Adams)

If you have not already read part 1 you can go to it here!

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September the 2nd I packed my case. Unpacked my case. Repacked my damn case.

Urgh. I can’t stand being a useless fashion geek.

( those blue eyeshadow/baggy at the knee leggings nightmares of my teens still haunt me in times of catastrophic wardrobe malfunction you see)

In the end I decided you can’t go wrong with head to toe black and statement jewellery. So that’s what I decided upon. Black hudson jeans, black warehouse vest, black waistcoat, black KG pointy boots ( detecting a theme here?)…..a black blazer from GAP and some white and grey All Saints lobe candy shoulder sweepers.

Oh and a matching necklace. With lots of flashy fancy dangly bits.

Outfit sorted then…..

Natmags head office was as I expected, full of incredibly stylish model-esque type lovelies who seem to glide around effortlessly in 5 inch heels rather than the usual clip clop wobbling action I have learnt to master over the years ( I say master – it is marginally better than falling flat on my moon-shaped face)

Shortly after my arrival I was sent up in the lift by the very friendly uber tanned man on reception to be met by Madam Eason herself on the 4th floor……

Miranda is tiny – like a dainty doll. And so very lovely and smiley. I immediately felt fine ( and not anything like an Ugly Betty) and sat down with Miranda to go through what I would be experiencing during the day.

And well…….. it was just A.mazing I tell you.

I spent time with the fashion team looking at all their gorgeous ideas for the next issues bridal gowns and how they select their models and locations. I joined them on a jaunt to VVRouleaux to select perfect pieces of silky ribbon and glittery sequin gorgeousness for an upcoming shoot ( and found myself a stunning pair of feather earrings in the process)…..and got taken on a tour of all the latest designer fashion they had to offer.

Brilliant.

Afterwards I accompanied Gemma the features writer to a product launch in Mayfair and then on our return actually went and had a good old nose IN THE BEAUTY CUPBOARD.

Uh huh.

They have a huge massive walk-in cupboard.

Just full of fancy creams. And lipsticks. And shiny glossy goopy fabulousness.

I had literally died and gone to make-up heaven……

In the afternoon I sat with the Art/creative team and saw how they put together the “Steal her Style” pages…..including mine!

I was like “ You make me seem so ultra chic – I will be framing that page on my wall!!!!”

Towards the end of my time at the magazine I mentioned to Miranda how I would like to continue with my writing in some way.

Not sure how exactly – apart from my blog idea of course.

And you know what she said?

That I had a “lovely writing style” and could I write an article for them. Like an actual fash mag writer type person.

What a perfect end to a perfect day.

My article “I did it my way” is out in the Feb/March issue of Cosmopolitan Bride magazine.

OUT NOW.

A big special thanks a million to Miranda Eason and her amazing team.

www.rockmywedding.co.uk wouldn’t be half as successful if it wasn’t for your advice, kindness and support.

Big Fash Mag Fabulous Love

Charlotte xxx

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