Welcome to Just A Girl Guide

Hi. Welcome to my Blog! I’m just a girl who thought starting a blog was easy until I spent 3 hours (no joke) debating the aesthetic and fonts.

I’m Zainub – a 25-year-old girl balancing my love for fashion, fitness, and travel with an obsession for capturing the little quirks of life. Whether it’s learning to confidently solo travel or mastering being a gym girlie, this blog is my way of sharing everything that makes being ‘just a girl’ such an adventure.

Growing up in the vibrant county of Buckinghamshire as one of five siblings, life was chaotic but never dull. It fuelled my deep love for living life to the fullest, embracing every moment, and celebrating all things beautiful.

After graduating from the University of Southampton in 2021 with a BSc in Sociology, and making some of my best friends along the way, I launched my career in marketing. This path opened my eyes to the creative world, which I’ve continued to explore currently in the field of Communications (because I just can’t stop talking). Outside of work, I’m passionate about the gym and netball, and I’m the proud owner of my gorgeous cockapoo, Daisy. Travel is another love of mine, and 2024 marked a big milestone when I embarked on my first spontaneous solo group trip to Bali with Gals Who Travel!

The bubbly, ditsy friend amongst my friends, I also enjoy putting outfits together and spending money I don’t have. Having had too many #justagirl moments, I decided to create Just a Girl Guide in 2024. Follow along as I share my experiences navigating life in my 20s.