yummy mummy Vicki of Kids Instyle

We are so excited to share this lovely interview today and learn more about the lovely Vicki, the master mind behind the gorgeous {Kids Instyle Blog}. I feel fortuned to have met Vicki via the blogosphere. I truly admire Vicki’s passion and love for blogging. Over the last year we have seen Vicki’s blog evolve and I must say that I entirely enjoy every single post.

If I could describe Vicki’s blog in one sentence I would say: {Kids Instyle} is an online blog showcasing mum stories as well fashion and style for children and mothers, with Vicki’s take on celebrity style with 'steal their style' written by a mother who has a huge passion for fashion and style.

I would like to thank Vicky for sharing her inspirational story with our lovely readers. Enjoy the interview xx

1. Tell us a little about YOU, the woman behind {Vicki – BLOG Kids Instyle, SHOP – JUNIOR Epitome}? When did you launch your business/blog and what is the inspiration behind your business?
I launched JUNIOR Epitome at the beginning of this year and my blog InStyle KIDS has been going for a number of years.

2. Who and what inspires your work?
My daughter’s inspire me everyday and my love of fashion and style. I love that I can blog about what I love and be home in the morning and afternoons for my daughter’s.

3. What is the most satisfying part of what you do?
The most satisfying part of what I do is when the readers of my blog take the time to read or leave a comment. I love to see that people are enjoying what I do. I LOVE when shoppers take the time to look through and shop in my store ‘JUNIOR Epitome.’

4. What was the most rewarding thing that has happened in your career so far?
Being asked to feature an editorial in ‘Peekaboo Magazine’, and post on the ‘Little Miss Heirlooms’ Blog in America. Seeing that people enjoy what I do.

5. Can you tell us your favourite handmade item you have brought recently?

The latest handmade item I bought lately was from Myrtle and Grace a lovely handmade skirt for my niece who just turned 2.

6. What would be your best 3 tips for someone thinking about starting their own business and blog?
1. Research + Plan
2. Love what you do.
3. Do not give up.

7. Name your three favourite products and tell us what do you love about them?
1. Mimco Button Bag I love the style and the quality. I would love a few other colours.
2. Pantene Nature Infusion Leave on Crème for dry hair. I love the fact that this product actually works on my dry over treated hair.
3. Napoleon Mascara – love that it dries so fast an looks great with every application.

8. Do you have a favourite trend? {it could be related to anything}
I love fashion and classic styles with the occasional on trend item. I love the bright colours and floral prints coming in the warmer seasons.

9. What is your day-to-day like?
My day Is get up at 6:30 (like to fit in my coffee before waking my girls at 7am). Prepare a healthy breakfast for my daughters. Usually blog and add new stock to the shop. Meet friends for coffee and shopping.

10. What does the future hold for?
I would love to continue my editorials for the magazines I am at the moment and grow day by day. Most of all for JUNIOR Epitome to be recognised and for people to find pieces they love.

11. What is your favourite place in the world?
Anywhere that I am with family and friends.

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