Braaaaazil...
It's very cringing but these days I feel like I'm making myself out like I'm some sort of jet setter which I'm really not. Apologies for lack of posts/comments etc (I've said that twice this month...that's pretty poor form...) as I've been a little frantic/fraught trying to prepare for a three day trip to Sao Paulo, Brazil. I leave tonight and there's still about a gazillion things to be done which invariably won't be done but let's not get into the specifics of that. If I'm honest, I'm a little unclear as to what will be going on in Sao Paulo but I know it involves Vogue Brasil, me giving a 20 minute presentation about the blog and this is all in association with some Brazilian electrical appliances company Brastemp. Honestly, I'm not really overly clued up as I only got an e-ticket for the flights two minutes ago. I'm a wee bit tentative given that my track record with Brazil hasn't been great. No, I've not been before but for a while, I got a series of rather demented emails/comments all routing back to someone in Brazil, making jibes that I had lost weight/gained weight/am ugly etc etc (the usual malarky...). Of course, this is silly tosh that I should ignore because a) Brazil is ma-hussive and not everyone is going be giving me jip about my weight and b) said nutter hopefully won't be at this event.
Anyhow, the folks over in Sao Paulo asked me to make a 15 second clip introducing myself. I think they wanted a web-cam basic kinda video but of course, fish bowl web cams freak me out and the giggles means I'd never get 5 seconds of the video done let alone 15 so I thought I'd do something a little simpler....excuse the rushed voice, who knew fitting an intro about oneself in 15 seconds could be so difficult...?
This is great!!! Delicate and efficient. Enjoy your mysterious trip.
Posted by: Géraldine | 14 July 2008 at 13:10
You sound quite different to how your blogs sound in my head! Weird, I know.
What is the music on the video? It's lovely.
Have a great time.
Posted by: Alice | 14 July 2008 at 13:19
marmite? really?
haha that was my initial thought. but anyway, great video, have fun in brazil! it sounds like fun.
Posted by: kirstie | 14 July 2008 at 13:21
Wow, jetsetting susie - much fun in brasil!
The video turned out to be really cool - considering that you had to sum up what you're all about in a mere 15secs. Good idea with the simplistic cuts. Furthermore, you sound incredibly cute. I personally hate my own voice.
Posted by: the_kitten | 14 July 2008 at 13:28
oh yes and I totally dig the British accent, and also that hilarious Chinese scribble ^^
Posted by: the_kitten | 14 July 2008 at 13:29
That's my first visit to your blog, it's pretty cool.
About São Paulo, don't worry. I'm quite sure you're gonna love it and you'll have a really great time there.
Posted by: Humberto | 14 July 2008 at 13:40
Suzie, love the video, sums you up nicely....need those shoes in my life:)....p.s. what is the music???
Have fun in Brazil..
Posted by: hummingbird | 14 July 2008 at 13:45
Yeah, I LOVE Marmite....
The song is from the beginning of Matthew !WOWWOW! Stone's remix of Loving You.... it's on his MySpace I think....
Posted by: susie_bubble | 14 July 2008 at 13:48
This is perfect Susie! Have fun in Brazil. Can't wait to see what comes out of this venture!
Posted by: gnarlitude jen | 14 July 2008 at 13:53
The video is lovely, I loved how you chose the images. I'm watching it again as I want to know your fav films :P
Posted by: Miss at la Playa | 14 July 2008 at 14:05
I hope whoever brings you to são paulo make your trip the best.
It's quite a nice city. Please, don't be scared of the pollution!
Posted by: cristiane bertoluci | 14 July 2008 at 14:20
you are so cute! i can't wait to meet you!
:)
(they didn't ask me about a video... did i miss something... eh, i'm as clueless as you about this whole thing...)
Posted by: lady coveted | 14 July 2008 at 14:22
woh!!! totally weird, I was only think this afternoon I wonder when SB is going to Brazil. Like I mentioned once that trips done you need to let me find someone pay to bring you down under!
Posted by: Imelda Matt | 14 July 2008 at 14:24
Hi Susie,
I'm sad because I can't go to Sao Paulo to see you!
:(
I'm sure you'll enjoy your trip!
Paula.
Posted by: Paula | 14 July 2008 at 14:27
Great vid! Have fun in Brazil!
Posted by: Samantha | 14 July 2008 at 15:02
nice video, i like the idea and the music.have fun in brazil, can't wait to read about it!
Posted by: may | 14 July 2008 at 15:05
i think i love you and your blog even more
:(
Posted by: Ayesha | 14 July 2008 at 15:11
I really like the video, I think it makes you come across as being very creative and chilled out.
Totally jealous about your little trip, have always wanted to go to Brazil! Maybe one day....
PS: you are totally gross for loving marmite!!!! lol
Posted by: Penny | 14 July 2008 at 15:23
Hi. This is my first time writing a comment to you and I'm really sorry to hear about the not so nice comments that have been made by other brazilians.
Evem though I live in Rio, I'm sure you gonna have a great time in São Paulo, as it is our capital of Fashion.
I have to say that I really enjoy your posts and your sharp point of view.
Best wishes.
Posted by: Michelle Torres | 14 July 2008 at 15:43
Hi sweet Susie,
I´m from SPaulo and I really love your blog. When are you arrive here, I´m fashion designer from studioPilar, you can see about my work in www.studiopilar.com.
If you´ll have a time come to know my studio in Jardins (fashion district) Rua Augusta 2895 - ap 42 - 011-30811383
have fun and welcome to São Paulo
Posted by: andrea garcia- studiopilar | 14 July 2008 at 15:47
this is great susie!! I would love to see a video of the presentation!
Posted by: Mer | 14 July 2008 at 15:47
I hope Sao Paulo treat you right, Susie! I`m sure you are going to have a good time, there are a zillion things to be seen there and, as Michelle pointed out, it`s the brazilian capital of fashion. Good luck on the flight, though, around 12 hours in a plane is no fun at all.(I`m brazilian but live in Ireland and take that flight at least twice a year, I know the pain!)!!
Posted by: Alline | 14 July 2008 at 15:53
hummmm.... I think I figured out what`s it going to be: Brastemp, a brazilian electrical appliances company, is sponsoring an international bloggers forum in Sao Paulo. There`ll be 5 bloggers telling what it`s like to be a blogger, including our darling Susie, The Coveted, a girl from Panama that has a blog about food and 2 brazilian bloggers. VIP invitations only were distributed and there`ll be a part afterwards. Have fun, Susie!!!
Posted by: Alline | 14 July 2008 at 16:05
bahaha, to me it's vegemite > everything. but i'm an aussie, so there you go...
Posted by: kirstie | 14 July 2008 at 16:27
aww i really like you clip! it summarises you! congrats on the trip to brazil! sounds like an amazing..but very very short trip! cant wait to read about it!x
Posted by: kathrin | 14 July 2008 at 16:50
Ah--I love your voice Susie!
Posted by: Helen | 14 July 2008 at 17:44
Aww, you've got such a nice voice (..I hope that doesnt sound weird). I've never been able to connect a voice to your pictures. Love that video!
-The song is "loving you" remix yes? You had it playing with a post about music as outfit inspiration a while back. Love that song.
Posted by: Nice and Shiny | 14 July 2008 at 17:59
Your Chinese name is pretty!
Posted by: tommy | 14 July 2008 at 18:01
I LOVE that video, it's so cute and your voice is lovely. Have an amazing trip!
Posted by: Elle | 14 July 2008 at 18:02
I have to agree with everyone, it is strange/different to hear your voice because its something thats never associated with blogging i guess...love that you put a shot of grey jersey in there! Go marmite!!!
X
www.flatbrokefabulous.blogspot.com
Posted by: Flatbrokefab Ashleigh | 14 July 2008 at 18:22
i've been reading your blog forever and never said a word... but! your voice is so darling i can't help myself :::
Posted by: nixa | 14 July 2008 at 18:59
Cute video!!!! What video editing software do you use? I'm using a crappy Windows Movie Maker to edit behind-the-scenes on fashion shoots....the video quality isn't that great!!!
Have fun in Brazil,!!!
Kit
Posted by: The Fashion Assistant and her Camera | 14 July 2008 at 19:26
ooo exciting! i love the little things and details you've added about yourself, videos of 'vloggers' taking into cameras are always strange!
Posted by: selina | 14 July 2008 at 20:23
Oooer...Brazil? Exciting (except for the single crazy giving you flak!), but also quite mysterious. I hope you have a good trip.
Posted by: The Clothes Horse | 14 July 2008 at 20:50
wow that's actually the first time i hear your voice - it's so lovely!
Posted by: lila | 14 July 2008 at 21:05
i like the video. quick and cute.
Posted by: Prêt-à-Porter P | 14 July 2008 at 21:18
that's a really nice video. the music really suits the tone of your voice. It's actually a really nice way to introduce yourself on a website, instead of an "about me" section. It's cool to be able to put a voice to your words now, thanks, great post! xxx
Posted by: Hilary G | 14 July 2008 at 21:28
Sweet video!
Posted by: miji | 14 July 2008 at 21:34
that's such a cute intro! Loved it! :) have fun in Brazil!
Posted by: v. | 14 July 2008 at 21:53
Love the video, it sums you up so well and your accent is awesome! Its nice to put an accent to the words.
Posted by: Susan | 14 July 2008 at 22:28
You sound so grown up...You have a very nice voice! i do not Know why but your voice in my Head was more "childlike", stupid i know.
good luck for the trip.
Posted by: Biba | 14 July 2008 at 22:36
I lived in Sao Paulo last year and really love it, its a big and cool city.
You gonna love too.
Please, after the trip tell us about your impressions. :)
Posted by: Ju | 14 July 2008 at 22:49
Hi Susie! I'm surprised that you're coming to my city! Hope you enjoy it :D
If you need any help while you're here, just email me.
Have a nice trip.
PS_ can't imagine how stupid can one be, wasting his/her time on making fun of your appearance. Just ignore. Is one brazilian among 180 million.
Posted by: Luiza | 14 July 2008 at 22:52
It sounds like you'll have a blast. Love the wee video too...
Posted by: rollergirl | 14 July 2008 at 23:41
Oh wow, have fun!
It's so weird putting a voice to a face!
Posted by: winnie | 14 July 2008 at 23:46
Good luck, and have fun on your trip!
Posted by: | 15 July 2008 at 02:15
Good luck, and have fun on your trip!
(That was me, above, but somehow, my info didn't go along with the comment.
Posted by: enc | 15 July 2008 at 02:16
you are just so cool. have fun in brazil girl!
Posted by: 1234 | 15 July 2008 at 02:37
Susie I love your voice. I know it sounds a wee bit creepy but it's true! Haha! Nice vid... hope you have fun in Brazil!
Posted by: eunice | 15 July 2008 at 02:58
What's the song in the about me video? Your voice sounds soooo cuuuute ahhhhh.
Posted by: Sarah Chow | 15 July 2008 at 03:31