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Lifestyle & Inspiration

Personal reflections, home design notes, and conversations with creative people who make the everyday feel a little more lovely.

Welcome to the Lifestyle corner

Here you'll find the slower, softer side of Here I Am Loulou — the posts where Loulou steps back from tutorials and recipes to share what she's noticing, loving, and learning.

The category is home to home tours that stop her in her tracks, personal updates on the things that matter most, and Q&A interviews with fellow bloggers like Caz from Mojito Mother and Christina from Hair Romance.

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Recent lifestyle posts

12 March 2013 · Home Design Inspirations

Home Design Inspirations: This One Makes Me Stop

Those moments when you drive along with eyes alert, noticing a nice colour scheme or a lovely gate. Loulou shares the joy of taking back streets and the little inner squeals of delight that follow.

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March 2013 · Personal Post

Living, Loving, Laughing & All Those Important Things…

A personal post from Loulou reflecting on the people, moments, and values that shape her days — a gentle reminder to slow down and appreciate what matters.

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Lifestyle · Personal Reflections

My no.1 Tip on How to Listen to Your Inner Voice (The One That Knows Best)

A short, heartfelt guide to tuning out the noise and trusting that quiet inner voice — practical and reassuring for anyone who tends to second-guess themselves.

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Lifestyle · Entertaining

10 Easy Tips on How to Open & Serve Champagne

From the pop of the cork to the pour in the glass — Loulou's easy, friendly guide to serving champagne without fuss, perfect for celebrations big and small.

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Q&A conversations

Long-form chats with creative bloggers Loulou admires, full of behind-the-scenes stories and everyday inspirations.

In the Lifestyle corner, the focus shifts from step-by-step guides to the quieter moments that define a well-lived day. Here, Loulou shares the simple inspirations found in everyday surroundings—a painted gate on a coastal drive, the soft colour scheme of a room that feels just right, or the joy of noticing something lovely on a routine walk. These posts are about slowing down, paying attention to the small details that make a house feel like home, and embracing healthy habits that nurture both mind and spirit. It is a space for personal reflections, favourite finds, and the kind of gentle living that leaves room for laughter and creativity alike.

Beyond the tutorials and DIY projects, this category offers a window into the rhythms and routines that keep life feeling balanced and bright. From home design inspirations that spark a fresh perspective to personal updates on what Loulou is currently loving and learning, each post invites readers to pause and breathe. The Lifestyle section also features warm conversations with fellow bloggers, sharing insights on everything from parenting to pursuing creative passions. Whether it is a quick note on a favourite cleansing routine or a longer reflection on what it means to live intentionally, these entries celebrate the beauty of showing up fully for the moments that matter most.

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