#HotLikeAMother : Aberdeen’s Interiors & Architecture Queen Lindsey Hesketh
#HotLikeAMother is the new blog series created by Confidently Kylie that looks to break the barriers and expectations of Motherhood. Too often we hear that when you become a mother you must conform and sacrifice who you are and become the perfect picture of a frumpy, homemaking woman of the 50’s. But I call Bull Shit. Society’s expectations often brings mothers down. Making them feel like they are no longer relevant. At Confidently Kylie, we are here to bring mothers up and inspire mums to embrace their inner fire.
In this series I will be interviewing and getting to know some of the UK’s most kick ass mums. From inspiring boss babes, to stylish fashionistas, to just damn right inspirational mothers. All in the quest to encourage mums to go for their passions and be Hot Like A Mother…….
If you would like to be featured or know someone who should then please contact me at Kylie@ConfidentlyKylie.com
Meet This Months Hot Mother
Mother of Two and Bonafide Boss Babe. Lindsey co-owns London and Aberdeen based architecture practice ABN7 Architects along with her husband Hugh. As if that wasn’t impressive enough she is also one of the minds behind Granite and Smoke, an up and coming online homeware boutique. Offering unique high quality home accessories for the modern home. When you first meet Lindsey you cannot help but be charmed by her chic yet artistic style ( she has pink hair people!). Her soft voice and genuine interest in others instantly makes you feel at ease. She runs both businesses from home while looking after her two boys Jackson (5) and Stanley (2)
I spoke to Lindsey to talk about how she juggles motherhood and her passions. As well as get some expert tips on being a Boss Mum.
How do you juggle the demands of motherhood together with running two businesses?
Do you have any daily habits or rituals that make your days more productive and manageable?
Both of your business are focussed on home & design. Why do you love interior design? Do you have a go to theme or style?
What are your to go places to buy home accessories? Any recommendations?
Mothers tend to always think about others while neglecting themselves. What do you do for your own self care?
How do you stay confident and happy in your own skin when juggling so much?
What is your go to modern mum outfit?
“A denim shirt, black jeans and converse. With a coloured lipstick. Sometimes I like a printed converse like a leopard print or something. I am not big on accessories. I tend to buy staple pieces such as earrings and stay with that”
Last but not least, what advice would you give to mums who would like to go after their dreams but are too scared?
“My advice would be to just be true to yourself. Go at your own pace and keep believing in yourself.”
If you want to hire Lindsey for some Interior design advice or Architectural work than check out their website Abn7architects.co.uk and stay on the look out for the launch of Granite and Smoke.
If you would like to feature or you know someone who would be perfect for it. Then contact me at Kylie@confidentkylie.com
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Anastasia Fountouli, PhD (@natbeestravels)
Never heard of Lindsey before, great interview!
Thanks for sharing 🙂
xo
Anastasia
Kylie Abreu
Glad you liked it! She is amazing, if you ever need work done on your house she is the one to call
Fiona Kerr
I love the idea for this series Kylie! Such a great interview with Lindsay & I can’t wait to see who you have next x
Kylie Abreu
Thank you Fiona! I am loving it too x
Christine
What a “real” interview! It’s certainly not easy being a mom and having a career/business. I struggle with balance and self care. I have two little boys and very little ME time. I’m working on improving that but know that my littles need me more than ever while they’re young.
Kylie Abreu
I am so glad you enjoyed it. Yes the work life balance can be so hard at times
Patricia G.
I love how you are putting value to mothers. They go through and do so much! Lindsey is a great example of a mum who is balancing her passions with being a good, devoted mum. Great post!
Clara
I’m glad you touched on the issue of self care. Blogging can be time consuming and it’s easy for people to forget to take care of themselves.
Kylie Abreu
Thank you so much. Glad you liked it
Donna
I love that you feature a different mother ever month! Its so great to learn how other people balance everything!
Kylie Abreu
Thanks! so glad you like it
NIHARIKA CHATTERJEE
If mothers will get time for themselves…I can just imagine what all they can achieve
Kylie Abreu
Yep that is so true
Rosy Ⓥ (@LynSire)
Lindsey transmits such a good vibe! I like how she doesn’t make her life complicated by making sure she gets some “me time”. I was great reading about her!
Kylie Abreu
So glad you liked the post