Review: 1989- Taylor Swift

SWIFTIES LISTEN UP!

Hi Guys, 

FINALLY THE WAIT IS OVER!! WE HAVE IT! It, of course, is Taylor Swift's new album 1989. It's strange to think the last time Tay released new music was when I was on my way to China (just over 2 years ago!!),  but now it's here I couldn't be happier.  

Flashback  to Taylor's live-stream at the end of summer, in which she announced the title of her new album and premièred it's first single 'Shake it off'. As I sat there with 3 of my best friends (and fellow swifties!), I felt a pang of guilt from the fact that shake it off did not strike me as an incredible song. Through out the years I have always been fascinated by Taylor's ability to create and produce music that is both catchy and insanely well written, but this new style did not feel the same. At first I was reluctant to buy the album, but how could I resist my favourite cat loving, cookie baking idol? 

I do not regret it one bit! The album is incredible and completely captivating. The range of styles, tones and moods throughout keeps the listener engaged in this ever changing album. From the upbeat rhythms of 'Blank Space', 'All You Had To Do Was Stay' and 'Wonderland' to the emotions of 'You Are In Love', this album has twists round every corner. The thing that stands out the most for me in this album is the tempo changes within each song, the way you can be emotionally screaming at the top of your lungs to dancing crazy around the room, I love it!! My favourite song though has to be new romantics, it completely sums up me, my friends, and my life, and it is sooooo well written!! 

Sorry this is such a short review, and sorry I suck at posting!! 

Speak soon, 

Lois Mae

Hello October!

Heya,

October already! This year is flying by but luckily autumn is still in full flow.

Now, I am 100% a 'summer girl' however there's something in me that loves autumn. Maybe it's the hot chocolates,  the cosy knit wear, the movie marathons with the girls, the walks out in the countryside, or the  nice pots of tea. Something about it just makes me feel warm and fuzzy! And I know this winter will be just as good.

I have so much to look forward to this October as well! Firstly, It's two of my best friend's 18th birthdays! This means, parties, group hugs and singing at the top of our lungs as well as cute pressies! (I'll probably do a post on these!)

It's also the release of Taylor Swift's new album 1989! I know this is a bit controversial as soooo many people don't like her, but I love her. However, I am not sure how I feel about this new album, she has said that it will be a lot more 'pop' than her previous albums. This kinda saddens me because her country songs are my favourite! But I'm still looking forward to hearing it because I know that even if I don't like it at first, it'll grow on me!

Also autumn = shopping! I can't wait to build up my autumn/winter wardrobe this season with cute dresses and knitwear! I love the rich colours and textures that are used in autumn, especially deep orange and                                                       maroon! eeeeek!

Finally, the thing I'm most excited for, is the 'Love, Rosie' Film!!!! Now, this is based on my all time favourite book ' Where Rainbows End' , and has 2 of my favourite actors in Sam Claflin and Lily Collins. I'm so excited because I've been waiting for so long and I know it'll be just perfect! I can already tell they've changed the story line a bit, from the adverts, but we have to stay optimistic until it's released! (22nd October)

So there we are! A bit of a pointless post but I'm so excited for October!


Speak soon,

Lois Mae

C'est Moi!

Heya,
So this is my first blog post and it's all very exciting! (although I'm still not sure what I'm doing!!) But I thought I'd give it a go with a little intro into who I am.

Yeah, I'm Lois, I'm 17 from England. At the moment I am studying for my A levels, which are; Chinese, French, maths and psychology, and even though it's a lot of work doing 4 subjects as A2 I love them all so much! As is obvious, I love languages! I'd love to do a degree in Chinese and Linguistics but whether I'll get the grades or not is another story. 

I also love reading, mainly YA novels, however recently I have got into psychological thrillers and books on Chinese society. My favourite books are 'Where Rainbows End' by Cecelia Ahern, 'Before I Fall' by Lauren Oliver and 'The Storyteller' by Jodi Picoult. All of which are very different, but they all hold a special place in my heart!

At the moment I am playing for a Women's football team. I have played at the same club since under 10's and it's unbelievable how far we've come. We've definitely had our ups and downs!

I don't want to bore you too much, so here's my final paragraph (exhale). My other major passion is music. My favourite bands are punk/rock/punk, but I also have guilty pleasures for Taylor Swift and 5SOS (haters gunna hate). Reading Festival is my favourite and always brings good memories, I love it sooo much!

Festival season!

So that's it! A brief intro into my life.

Lois Mae