I’m constantly inspired by the amazingly creative people who live and create in Cape Town. It’s part of the reason I love this city so much. From artists to designers, from the techy bunch to the media crowd. They all create such amazing work and I’m always jealous inspired by what they share online. Of late, I’ve been particularly in awe of the confidence and seemingly effortless perfection of the Beauty Blogger community.
The Confidence of Cape Town Beauty Bloggers
I’m one of those people who quietly lurk in the corner of the online world, watching these girls build their online footprint with such savvy and self-assurance. They fill the internet with the sweet scent of Bvlgari, while their perfectly manicured hands sprinkle the latest shade of bronzer across your monitor like fairy dust. Imagine a life that includes hours spent in a spa, sipping on bubbles while the biggest brands in the beauty industry fall over themselves to get you to use/wear/try their product for free, in exchange for a blog post and pretty blog photos. Oh the life!
Even though I’m mostly green with envy when I scroll through the feeds of these ever gorgeous girls, I’m always struck by the good that they’re doing for the world. Some might see their posts and subject matter as superficial, vain and inconsequential. But I see it differently. I see these Beauty Bloggers as the trailblazers of self-confidence.
I see these Beauty Bloggers as the trailblazers of self-confidence.
By demonstrating their own self-confidence they’re encouraging us, their readers, to do the same. To relish our good hair days and fabulous new lip colour. On top of that they’re showing us the tips, tricks and products to help us get a step closer to a higher self confidence. I believe that confidence is built on many aspects of the self, and physical appearance and aesthetics is just one of those areas.
So to show some love for my Beauty Blogger heroines of Cape Town, I’ve put together my list of Cape Town Beauty Bloggers to follow. These are some that I was already following, as well as some that were suggested to me by my readers, who I’ll promptly start following…
The Most Comprehensive List of Cape Town Beauty Bloggers
In no particular order:
- Becoming You
- For The Beauty of It
- Superficialgirls.com
- www.kissblushandtell.co.za
- lipglossismylife.com
- mindthecurves.com
- rougebeauty.co.za
- dearheartbeauty.com
- eloisedreyer.com
- www.inmybag.co.za
- completedisbelief.com
- www.geewhiskers.com
- www.cheekyalchemy.com
- prettypleasecharlie.co.za
- www.femmelifestyle.com
- 9lives.co.za
- www.carafay.co.za
- beautycandyloves.co.za
- shahnazlovesbeauty.com
- www.alldolledup.co.za
- www.nachi.co.za
- lipglossismydrug.blogspot.com
- poutperfection.com
- www.fairleigh.co.za
- hipstylerblog.com
- cindyhorton.co.za
- pingandting.com
30. lipsticklifestylebylisa.wordpress.com
33. makeitraynex.com
35. www.thebeautifultruth.co.za
See what these bloggers shared about their confidence.
So go ahead, have a browse, show these girls some love, give them a follow and, hey, let them know how they’re helping you!
Add to the List of Cape Town Beauty Bloggers
Have I missed any? Do you know of any other Cape Town Beauty Bloggers that I should add to this list? Who do you love following and how has she helped you with your self confidence?
You write so nicely Abigail that I feel a book coming on – have you ever considered it? If not, you really should!
Haha! Thanks Harri! Maybe there will be in the future, who knows?
Awww thank you so much for mentioning me I just can’t believe other bloggers take note of what I do – Thank you a million times , these are such established bloggers to be mentioned with !
CANDICE | BEAUTY CANDY LOVES
I know how that feels Candice, just keep doing what you love. You won’t even realise who’s absorbing and benefiting from everything you share!
“They fill the internet with the sweet scent of Bvlgari, while their perfectly manicured hands sprinkle the latest shade of bronzer across your monitor like fairy dust. Imagine a life that includes hours spent in a spa, sipping on bubbles” love it! Thanks for the mention x
Lol! Pleasure Cara!
Uhm… wow. I feel so honoured to be on this list. I wish my life was this glamorous 😉 If something that I share makes only one woman feel more confident, I’ve done my job. Thank you again for the mention. PS I LOVE your writing!
Lol! It always seems so glamorous from the outside! Keep doing what you’re doing! Thanks for the compliment! 🙂
so love that you compiled this list
no 19 is my fav
Glad you like it Amanda! Cara’s blog IS great!
What an honour and privilege to be included , thank you ever so much Abigail x x Heather @FemmeLifestyle.
It’s a pleasure Heather! Thanks for helping women feel better about themselves!
fashion and beauty blogger i love is Laiqah from Lucky Loves. I run out to buy a product when she reviews them ‘_’
Thank you Maria! I’ve just seen her blog and it’s amazing!! Added to the list!!
That is a top-notch fabulosity crammed list! I can honestly say that I have been on every single on of those beautiful ladies’ sites and they inspired me to finally take the leap and start blogging myself. Thank you to every single one of them – gals doing it for themselves!
MAKE IT RAYNE
XX
Thanks for the comment! I just checked out your blog, so promptly added you to the list too! Keep doing what you’re doing!! xx
Thanks for the support, you amazing lady you
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PamperMeNow.co.za.
Thanks, I’ll go and check it out
Thanks for including Ping and Ting 🙂
Pleasure! 🙂
Just FYI not all on the list are Cape Town bloggers.
Oh please let me know which ones are not in Cape Town. I really do want it to be an accurate list and have checked each one. Let me know which one’s I got incorrect.
You have removed the one I had spotted. The other is a Cape Town blogger but also often covers out of town launches so had me confused for a minute 😛
Such a lovely list of bloggers! I have seen most of their blogs and they are so inspiring:)
Thanks Lynne. Just added yours to the list too.
Aw thank you so much 🙂
Thanks so much for the mention really appreciate it.
such a great list of bloggers – love reading their blogs!
Missed
http://bakedtheblog.com/
Thank you for the list. Just what I was looking for.
This is definitely super helpful- I love reading South African blogs (well, in this case, Capetonian). Thank you!
Hi there Abigail
your writing is wonderful !! i would like to treat you to an experience at our Salon Bali beauty and wellness when your next in cape town !! http://www.balibeautyandwellness.co.za