Since the end of November 2023, a new recruit has joined the Meanwhile Boutique team . This is Charlotte, our editorial content manager! Blog articles, Newsletters... She is our new pen.
Welcome Charlotte!
To find out a little more about Charlotte, we asked her a few questions
Can you introduce yourself in a few lines...
My name is Charlotte, I am 35 years old. I was born and raised in Paris, I am a true city dweller at heart. I am calm by nature, rather a homebody but with a strong character, when I decide.
I like to have moments just for myself, I like to do things alone, like traveling, walking in Paris, reading in parks. I am also very greedy, I easily fall for a pain au chocolat or a slice of banana bread.
Finally, I am very close to my family, I listen to the people around me and am very empathetic.
Tell me a little about your background, your studies?
I often say that I have an “atypical” career path because I started by having a CAP and Bac Pro Cabinetmaking at the École Boulle in the 12th in Paris, then I branched off into administration (nothing to do with it) with a BTS in management assistant, which I did on a work-study basis. The world of work has always interested me more than studies, so when I landed a permanent contract as an HR assistant in a dream company, I was delighted. The same company was bought by a large group, and I did not recognize myself in the new project.
I preferred to leave and it was after that that I set out on my own, as a web editor.
How did you know you wanted to be a writer?
I had a hard time explaining it because it was so obvious in the end. I have always read and written a lot. I collect notebooks of all kinds, I take notes mainly to unburden myself when my brain is saturated but also to note positive things and to be grateful.
I have a facility for playing with words, because I was a very shy child. Not knowing how to express myself well orally or to speak, I prefer to express myself in writing.
I use my vocabulary, everything I can read and my curiosity about things to now write professionally.
Do you like what you do?
I am totally in my place. I like to listen to stories around me and put words to them. I also like to support those who have more difficulty finding the words to express themselves. I often say: “You have the ideas, I have the words to share them”
I love what I do, I love my daily routine, and writing is part of it.
Why did you choose to work at While Boutique?
I immediately connected with the mission of While Boutique and I recognized a lot of myself in Manon, the founder. Myself, a former compulsive buyer, I have changed my entire way of consuming and I tend to live in a more minimalist way. Everything related to eco-responsibility motivates me and I am keen to work with a company that makes sense and carries a strong message. While Boutique's values are honorable and I share them.
What is your role/missions at Durante temps Boutique?
I write articles for While Boutique's eco-inspired blog and product selection. I advise and give my opinion on newsletters, and the editorial part when necessary. I really like optimizing and reformulating existing texts, so I can be a good outside eye that helps with reflection.
What is your favorite subject?
Everything related to fashion fascinates me, as well as new trends or good deals of all kinds. If it makes sense, and is innovative and ethical, then I love it.
What is your favorite social network?
I'm addicted to Instagram with my personal account, I can spend hours scrolling through the accounts I follow. It's a bit sickly, so I try to cut out screens when I can. Otherwise, I also really like watching videos on YouTube: whether they are daily life Vlogs, fashion videos, or travel videos.
Which values of the While Boutique charter do you make the most sense of?
Made in Local andMade in France , that speaks to me. Producing in a short circuit and also favoring French know-how is something that touches me, since I stopped consuming fast fashion. I no longer try to buy from big brands, who throw collections at us every week without thinking, and I rather favor committed designers, ethical in their way of thinking, producing and who invest in offering me quality. . …
What is your favorite brand/product on While Boutique?
I really like Hindbag for their fanny packs and Ici Jozi for the committed illustrations made from recycled paper.
If you had one wish to make for the planet, what would it be?
For the sake of the planet and for it to breathe a little more, I would like as many people as possible to buy less but better. Stop overconsumption!
Thanks to Charlotte for her answers.
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