Who inspires you?

I have been asked so many times 'What inspires you to write?', and aside from the obvious answer - which is because I genuinely LOVE it and am so passionate about it, another reason is because I am surrounded by such inspiration - and I feel like I have to create something in order to celebrate it. There are so many inspirational people in my life, and I genuinely would not be the person I am today without them. 

In terms of role models, I definitely have my fair share. 

I wanted to do this post so I could share with you the people who inspire me most in the world, and I believe it would help you get to know me and understand me better ... and that's a good thing, right?

So, lets start with an obvious one. I'm pretty sure I earn a few giggles here - as anyone who knows me knows that I am completely and utterly infatuated by this man... 

1) Benedict Cumberbatch

I remember the first time I watched Sherlock. I was sat in the living room with my mum and dad, and this gorgeous face popped up on the screen - and despite my mum shouting 'oh God he's pig ugly', I fell in love (thanks for ruining that precious moment, Lynne). This man is honestly the most talented actor, in my opinion, and his role in The Imitation Game is verging on perfection. What particularly inspires me about him is the level of intelligence he has. He always strives for greatness and works extremely hard to get what he wants - qualities which I'm certainly working on. If I ever had the pleasure of meeting him, which I hope that one day I will, I know for a fact that I would be an absolute hysterical MESS (and I pray that no one ever has to witness that). 

Don't we just look fabulous together?

2) Tavi Gevinson

If I'm completely honest, it was only a couple of weeks ago that I discovered Tavi Gevinson - but since watching her Ted Talk 'A teen just trying to figure it out', I have been hooked. Everything about her, from her style to her beliefs to her achievements are things which I just find so inspiring. At the age of 11 she created a fashion blog called 'The Style Rookie' and has since gone on to achieve such amazing things. Her style has always been unique, and she is definitely not afraid to be herself. I remember an interview when she said if someone at school was cruel about an outfit she was wearing, she would come in the next day wearing something even weirder. This most certainly paid off as, at 13, she was invited to sit on the Front Row at Fashion Week - which caused some controversy, yet didn't phase her at all. When she was 15 she set up her own web based magazine aimed at teenage girls called RookieMag.com, and has also tried a stunt at journalism - writing for major publications such as Elle Magazine. As an aspiring journalist myself, Tavi Gevinson is someone who I look up to massively. If I am a fraction as successful as she is by the age of 20, I would be the happiest person alive.  

3. Victoria Beckham
I feel like people are going to read this third one and be like 'What? She's a right moody b**ch'. Well, people, let me tell you - I completely aspire to be like this woman (I would smile a bit more though). Pop star turn designer, she is a very successful and dedicated business woman. Aside from that, she is a huge style icon of mine. Her classy and minimalistic outfits are an utter favourite of mine - and it amazes me how she can throw on the most basic items and create something extraordinary. I would LOVE to own something from her clothing range, but unfortunately a part time job just doesn't cover that sort of price tag (I'm dreaming though..). I would absolutely love to spend a day as Victoria Beckham, but I'm unsure as to whether I would be a fan of the 6am starts - but if I get to wake up to David Beckham I think that'll suffice.

4. My family
There is no way on Earth that I could write this post and not include the most influential people in my life - my amazing family. I am lucky enough to have a very close knit family, and am definitely my happiest when I am with them. My sister is honestly my rock, and is the strongest person I know. She is the most intelligent person I have ever met (and most annoying, but that's another story) and I know that she could do absolutely anything she sets her mind to. However, she has a massive issue with common sense, and asks the stupidest questions I have ever heard in my life, but it does make me laugh a lot so I guess it's all good.

I am lucky enough the have the most amazing parents I could ever wish for. The amount they do for us is just insane, and I don't think I could ever get to thank them enough. My mum is the most organised person I know, and always inspires me to keep things in order (let's not mention my bedroom though) and whenever I'm stressed, sad, angry or anything - she is the first person I want to speak to. My dad is the solver of all my problems, and always talks sense into me when I need it. I would be completely lost without them, and if I am half as great of a parent as they are to me, then I know I'll be fantastic. (... although the thought of having a child really does not appeal to me, sorry Mum - the 'granny draw' may never be given to the next generation).

Luke, I simply could not write this and not include you in it. I love to imagine that you're reading all of these blogs, as it was you who inspired me to create this site. Whenever I wanted to do something, yet had doubts about it, you always pushed me to just do it, and I'll never be able to thank you for that. You taught me to be happy and smiley, regardless of what is going on, and I am such a better person because of it. I hold you so dearly, my gorgeous brother, and I can't wait until we meet again. I'm eternally grateful for the light you injected in all of our lives, and what you taught us. 'Forever and always'.

So, there you go. A little insight to my biggest inspirations, who have impacted me in so many ways. Thank you so much for reading, and I'll see you next Wednesday!

Love, 
Grace x