About Charlotte

I’m Charlotte Hardie-Watts, a freelance journalist working between the UK and Montpellier in France, and the founder of Paillette Magazine, where I write about fashion, beauty, arts and culture, and travel.

My background

I graduated from Cardiff University with a BA in Journalism, Communications and Politics. I spent my formative years in France, which shaped how I see style, culture and identity, and it still influences everything I write.

I was the Editor-in-Chief of Quench Magazine for 2025/26, Cardiff University’s student-led arts and culture magazine. During my time there I won an Outstanding Commitment award for my dedication to the magazine. I write for external news platforms as a freelancer.

What I write

On Paillette Magazine I cover fashion weeks and designer news, beauty brands and trends, arts and culture commentary, and travel diaries. I’m especially interested in covering events, openings, exhibitions and gigs, in the UK and in France.

Work with me

I’m available for freelance commissions, event coverage, reviews and lifestyle features in the UK and in France. If you’re a PR agency, venue or publication looking for a reliable, meticulous writer who turns copy around quickly, I’d love to hear from you.

Email me at paillettemagazine@gmail.com or find me on Instagram at @paillettemag.