BFF Goals: Bloggers Jessie Khoo & Jo Hombsch
This month we're celebrating friendship, and most importantly, the act of encouraging and loving your BFFs. We sat down with two of the most supportive besties around, Jessie Khoo (@jessie_khoo) and Jo Hombsch (@johombsch) of Instagram and blogging fame. From Sydney, these gals know practically everything about styling gorgeous, enviable looks and taking jaw-droppingly beautiful pics. Keep on reading to learn about how they support one another best, their obsession with avo toast, some must-have beauty tips and more. 
RY: Hey ladies! So, first question -- how did you meet? JESSIE: We actually can't remember, it's been so long! JO: I can't remember how we met exactly either, but from memory, it was through mutual blogging friends who introduced us about 4 years ago. RY: What do you love most about your best friend? JESSIE: Her 'yes' mentality and always-positive attitude. JO: She is definitely an inspiration. She's one of the hardest working people I know and is always striving for perfection in everything she does. She's also that friend that tells me when something isn't good enough and I can do better. RY: What keeps a lasting friendship strong? JESSIE: Continuous support for one another. JO: Support, trust, understanding and having fun together! RY: What's the funniest memory you have together? JESSIE: Waking up in Mykonos, putting on 4 layers of clothes each and then realising it was about 29 degrees! JO: It would have to be being trapped in a stampede of donkeys whilst in Santorini. It was actually quite scary at the time, but looking back now, we always laugh. 
RY: What does your morning beauty routine consist of? JESSIE: Precleanse, cleanse, tone, serum, moisturise, sunscreen. JO: For me it starts with washing my face, a quick spray of a hydrating mist, then a light serum followed by a moisturiser. 
RY: Do you share ideas and inspiration when it comes to work? JESSIE: Always! We often help each other shoot so it goes hand in hand. JO: Yes, we do. We're always sharing ideas for our next shoots and chatting about similar projects we both have coming up. RY: If you weren't an influencer, what would you be? JESSIE: A fashion designer -- that's what I was before I got into this. JO: Ooh, that's a tough one. I can't pinpoint one thing, but I'd definitely be doing something with fashion or even interiors. It would definitely have to be something creative. RY: Do you have any advice for aspiring bloggers or influencers? JESSIE: Be creative, and don't copy other bloggers. JO: Good content is key. Know your brand and show your real self. RY: Do you ever feel the pressures of social media? JO: Yes, definitely, although as I've grown older and become more comfortable with who I am and where I'm at in life, the pressures that might affect me on social media don't as much as they used to. 
RY: What's your favourite way to stay active? JESSIE: Hiking, walking and running around my local park, and going to the gym. JO: You'll most likely find me in the gym -- there's nothing I love more than a good workout. I’ll either be on the treadmill, doing weights or in a boxing class. I do love being outdoors though, so a long walk is also a fun way to exercise. RY: What's your favourite travel destination? JESSIE: I haven't travelled everywhere I want to yet, but so far, NYC or Italy. JO: That’s a tough one, I have so many! One of my favourites would have to be Greece; Jessie and I with two other blogging friends spent a week in Greece last year. RY: And lastly, we have an incredibly pressing question. Avocado on toast or pancakes and ice cream? JESSIE: Avo on toast! JO: Oh, definitely avo on toast. I don't have a sweet tooth. A huge thanks to Jessie Khoo and Jo Hombsch for chatting to us about all things beauty, their BFF and of course, what it's like to be surrounded by a herd of stampeding donkeys... Be sure to check out their respective social media and blogs for some gorgeous daily inspiration.
BFF Goals: Bloggers Jessie Khoo & Jo Hombsch
On Friendship
RY: Hey ladies! So, first question -- how did you meet? JESSIE: We actually can't remember, it's been so long! JO: I can't remember how we met exactly either, but from memory, it was through mutual blogging friends who introduced us about 4 years ago. RY: What do you love most about your best friend? JESSIE: Her 'yes' mentality and always-positive attitude. JO: She is definitely an inspiration. She's one of the hardest working people I know and is always striving for perfection in everything she does. She's also that friend that tells me when something isn't good enough and I can do better. RY: What keeps a lasting friendship strong? JESSIE: Continuous support for one another. JO: Support, trust, understanding and having fun together! RY: What's the funniest memory you have together? JESSIE: Waking up in Mykonos, putting on 4 layers of clothes each and then realising it was about 29 degrees! JO: It would have to be being trapped in a stampede of donkeys whilst in Santorini. It was actually quite scary at the time, but looking back now, we always laugh. On Beauty & Style
RY: What does your morning beauty routine consist of? JESSIE: Precleanse, cleanse, tone, serum, moisturise, sunscreen. JO: For me it starts with washing my face, a quick spray of a hydrating mist, then a light serum followed by a moisturiser. [product_display id="1"]
RY: What's the best beauty tip you've ever received? JESSIE: Invest in good quality beauty products. JO: It would have to be invest in your skin from a young age and keep it up throughout your life. Even from a young age, I remember my mum making a point of this...oh, and drink lots of water! RY: Describe your personal style in three words. JESSIE: Casual, fun, edgy. JO: Classic, effortless and fun.On Life as an Influencer
RY: Do you share ideas and inspiration when it comes to work? JESSIE: Always! We often help each other shoot so it goes hand in hand. JO: Yes, we do. We're always sharing ideas for our next shoots and chatting about similar projects we both have coming up. RY: If you weren't an influencer, what would you be? JESSIE: A fashion designer -- that's what I was before I got into this. JO: Ooh, that's a tough one. I can't pinpoint one thing, but I'd definitely be doing something with fashion or even interiors. It would definitely have to be something creative. RY: Do you have any advice for aspiring bloggers or influencers? JESSIE: Be creative, and don't copy other bloggers. JO: Good content is key. Know your brand and show your real self. RY: Do you ever feel the pressures of social media? JO: Yes, definitely, although as I've grown older and become more comfortable with who I am and where I'm at in life, the pressures that might affect me on social media don't as much as they used to. On Life & Travel
RY: What's your favourite way to stay active? JESSIE: Hiking, walking and running around my local park, and going to the gym. JO: You'll most likely find me in the gym -- there's nothing I love more than a good workout. I’ll either be on the treadmill, doing weights or in a boxing class. I do love being outdoors though, so a long walk is also a fun way to exercise. RY: What's your favourite travel destination? JESSIE: I haven't travelled everywhere I want to yet, but so far, NYC or Italy. JO: That’s a tough one, I have so many! One of my favourites would have to be Greece; Jessie and I with two other blogging friends spent a week in Greece last year. RY: And lastly, we have an incredibly pressing question. Avocado on toast or pancakes and ice cream? JESSIE: Avo on toast! JO: Oh, definitely avo on toast. I don't have a sweet tooth. A huge thanks to Jessie Khoo and Jo Hombsch for chatting to us about all things beauty, their BFF and of course, what it's like to be surrounded by a herd of stampeding donkeys... Be sure to check out their respective social media and blogs for some gorgeous daily inspiration.