Take Note: March's International Blogger of the Month

For March, I wanted to choose someone who really deserved some more exposure. I stumbled across Isla's blog and knew I'd found the right girl straight away. Her style is amazing, really feminine and classic and she's so sweet as well. She kindly answered some questions for me so please let me introduction you to Isla of A Fine Day for Sailing.

How did you first get involved with blogging?

A couple of my good friends have beautiful blogs. I always read them and secretly wanted to start one. On a trip back home to visit my father, i discovered he had started a blog. If he could do it, surely i could too. We made a pact to blog once a week and the rest is history. 

Describe your personal style.

Most of my clothes are thrifted, so as a result i wear alot of vintage pieces. Lately more 60's stuff. I love the excitement of thrifting; I often find myself trying on things i would never have dreamt of wearing and falling in love. 

Who are your style icons?

There are so many! From Twiggy and Brigitte Bardot to Joan Harris and Betty Draper. Not to mention all the lovely ladys whose blogs i read daily.

Where do you get your inspiration from?

From all around me. Whether it is a walk down the street, sitting in a cafe people watching, listening to music, reading blogs or watching movies. I'm also inspired by my friends and family. I grew up in Africa and Scotland so without a doubt that too acts as inspiration.

What's your favourite book, movie and band?

Book: A little princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett for sentimental reasons

Movie: The Royal Tenenbaums

Band: Talking heads... but lately i've been listening to the tallest man on earth, radio department and tennis alot

If you could be anywhere in the world, where would it be?

I wouldn't want to live anywhere else, but i'd love to visit Borneo, for the people, rainforest, and the orangutans.

What's one fashion faux pas you secretly love?

My eighties rebook high tops. Shhhhh.

Do you think where you live affects your style?

Absolutely, not only does San Francisco's weather make it easy, but it's also a completely inspiring place to live. People on the streets are always pushing boundaries, so i feel comfortable and confident wearing whatever i want. This would certainly not be the case in the small town i grew up in.

What would be your ideal Saturday?

I'd start by sleeping in! Have a big breakfast in bed then head to a bunch of thrift stores. After i'd meet friends for coffee. We would all jump on our bikes and ride around till sunset. I'd finish off the day at papalote, a fancy burrito place around the corner from my house.

If you could live in one book what would it be?

The Borrowers. As a child i was facinated by the world Mary Norten created, and of course Arrietty and i would be best of friends.

Any tips for aspiring fashion bloggers?

I'm pretty new to fashion blogging and i have had nothing but positive interactions and experiences. If i could go back in time i would have started this years ago, i was just intimidated and shy or something. My advise is to go for it! Don't worry about it not being perfect, or making mistakes. Have fun and do it for you.

So head over and check out Isla's blog here!