CAPPUCCINO WITH ME & CHEVY

Today’s Cappuccino with Me interview is with the lovely Chevy from Chevy’s Beauty. She is a beauty blogger and has stunning makeup skills. She has become a great friend of mine and knew she would be great for the new series I want to do here on the blog. Interviewing up and coming bloggers.

 

Cappuccino with me: Tell us a little bit about yourself.

Chevy's Beauty: My name is Chevonne. I was born and bred in Joburg. I am currently studying Bcom Law and LLB through UNISA. I currently run a blog called Chevy’s Beauty, although it hasn’t started up completely, as having a full time job has made it tricky. I am an avid animal lover and I am a little shy at times. And of course I am absolutely makeup obsessed. My favourite makeup to do is Halloween looks. I love being creative and experimenting with looks.

CWM: Why did you start your blog?

CB: I originally had my Instagram up for Chevy’s Beauty and I loved showing people my makeup skills. Then my friend, The Busy Brunette, had her blog up and I loved reading it. She kind of inspired me to start my own blog. I had my doubts about it and then realised, “hey wait. People keep asking you what products you are using. What do you think of this?” And I thought I could get my voice out there and let people know what I’m about and what my opinion is. So far I’ve only got three posts up but I am working on exciting content for the future.

CWM: Where would you like to see your blog in the next 5 years?

CB: Hmmm, the generic answer would probably be a successful blog with great content and lots of sponsors. Getting to experience what the OG bloggers experience working with great brands. But I would say that in 5 years, I have no idea. You have your goals and stuff but in a few months time your could go on a completely different path. You could stop blogging all together. It’s really difficult to answer because this time last year, I didn’t think I would be working full time. Life is so crazy but yeah definitely the generic answer being up there with the likes of Pink Peonies and Baked Online. Winning awards for my amazing writing and great content.

CWM: Tell us about your makeup style.

CB: My style? My style is weird. I love dramatic, out there makeup. I love creating creative looks but in real life I’m pretty much minimalistic. I wear the basics. Foundation, bronzer, brows and mascara. Occasionally I wear a pop of colour on my eyes. I hate standing out which is weird for someone who takes photo’s of makeup but I feel like I stick out like a sore thumb if I do graphic liner, bold lips or wear falsies out of the house.

CWM: Which local and international blogs do you read regularly?

CB: With bloggers I like to keep them local, as it is easier to relate too, than someone who uses products not available in South Africa. But saying that I love UK bloggers. If you go on twitter, the blogging community is so huge there. I love reading random blogs that catch my attention or blogs that I can relate too. My favourite locals are Cappuccino with me, Busy Brunette, Baked Online, Ordinary Girl, Just a City Girl, Swiitch Beauty Blog, Totally Fetch and so many others. I think these girls have so much talent.

CWM: Do you watch YouTube videos? Who are some of your favourites?

CB: Yes I do. I generate a lot of inspiration from YouTubers. My favourites, most of them being international are: Jaclyn Hill (because who doesn’t love her), the OG ShaaanXO, Lauren Curtis, NikkieTutorials, Danielle Mansutti, Jaz Hand (very underrated), Carli Bybel, Desi Perkins, LustreLux and the list goes on. My favourite locals are HaylsWorld, KandyKane Makeup and Rushana Isaacs.

CWM: What things do you love the most?

CB: FOOOOD, lol. Seriously though my list of things I love is a long one. Firstly, I love animals. I have 3 boxers and a 17 year old cat. My animals are literally my life. I love my family. My mom is my ultimate best friend like I can’t live my life without her and my 7 year old twin brothers. They are my light. Having a conversation with a child will leave you with a smile on your face. I love my boyfriend. Sometimes we fight like cat and dog but he loves me and treats me with love and respect. That is what every girl wants, although he could spoil me more. And my number one love and why I am here is makeup. I could scroll through makeup pages on Instagram all day. My wishlist is like a km long with all the makeup I want. I mean NEED! Make just makes me feel better. It is a creative outlet.

CWM: What things do you hate?

CB: Hmmm stupid videos of people blending their makeup with unhygienic and stupid things. This irks me. (CWM: this is our running joke to tag each other in videos and photos, of people blending with strange things.) Ignorant and racist people would be on the top of my list. Sorry I don’t have time for that. On a lighter note, I hate it when people take a bite of my food. Please it is mine and no I don’t like to share. I also hate when I run out of foundation and I haven’t replaced it. When I hit pan in a product and all the other products in the palette are full. When my eyeliner doesn’t co-operate with me and I end up having to clean the ends with an earbud.

CWM: What have you learnt from blogging?

CB: I’ve learnt that you need to work hard, be persistent and that you need to have a thick skin. Blogging has been so mentally challenging because when you want everything to be perfect, you tend to feel demotivated and blocked. I have learnt that organisation is key and that your content is your content. There is no blogging rule book, you do things the way you want to, in your own style. Be unique in such a saturated  market is key. I am trying to let my personality shine through in my writing because that’s the one thing other bloggers don’t have, my personality. Everyone is different. That is why blogging is so great.

CWM: Who are your blogging influences?

CB: My influence? Well when I first started out, my friend Busy Brunette, as I mentioned above. Then I drew inspiration from blogs like Ordinary Girl, Pink Peonies and Baked Online. I think that it’s more inspiration than influence. Yes their influence and social media presence is a huge factor. Seeing girls like them just sharing their opinions and thoughts, was a huge inspiration to share my world with everyone.

Thank you so much Chevy for taking the time to answer my questions and telling us a bit about yourself. Please go show Chevy some love. Let’s support up and coming bloggers.  You can find Chevy on the following social media accounts:

Twitter: @Chevys_Beauty

Instagram: @Chevys_Beauty

If you are a small blogger and would like to be featured on Cappuccino with Me, please send me an email and I will be in touch.