My Thoughts on Fashion Bloggers

I generally don't follow or read a ton of fashion blog - you know, the ones who only post outfit posts daily. It's nothing personal, I just prefer lifestyle type blogs where I can feel like I am connecting more to the person behind the blogger. Plus, I like to read and generally, an outfit post is all visual.

So, last night I was scanning through a few fashion bloggers that I do follow and I started thinking about the reasons why I don't follow more fashion blogs, and why I could never have one myself.

I love fashion. I like looking at it, to a point. But, if I had to choose fashion or comfort - I would choose comfort hands down.

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Reasons Why I Will Never Be a Fashion Blogger:

• I just don't have the style. Seriously, as much as I love fashion - I just don't have it. Unless I am going out or working, you can probably make a safe bed that I will lounging around our home in an oversized sweater and comfy pants. I can't get home and into my comfortable clothes fast enough some days! And honestly, I have not answered the door bell before because I'm not "dressed" or my hair isn't brushed. That's just how I am.
• I can't imagine taking self portraits every day - for 30 mins to an hour. I just have zero interest or time for that. I respect those fashion bloggers that do, because I can only imagine how much they have to do to post 1 outfit post. Personally, I would much rather sit down - laptop in hand and type out a thought provoking or lifestyle post.
• Jealousy and Money. Do you know how long it took for me to learn what the words c/o meant next to something? Now everytime I see it on something that is awesome and I would love to have, jealousy rears its ugly head. It's sad, but true. I could never, ever justify spending $300 on a sweater and to start out as a fashion blogger, I can only assume how much money you would need to spend to spruce up your wardrobe on a regular basis!
• I've never shopped at the 'cool' places. I've never shopped at Nordstrom, J.Crew, Bloomingdales, etc. etc. I tend to stick to less expensive places as I just can't justify spending that kind of money! I'm an avid shopper of Forever 21, Aeropostale (best comfy clothes!), Old Navy, Le Chateau and I just recently made my first ever purchase of 2 sweaters at Macy's - so I've expanded a little bit there.
• I don't like or wear high heels. I've worn high heels twice in my entire life -- at my wedding and at my middle school graduation. It all goes back to my love of comfort!

But, in all seriousness - to all the fashion bloggers out there, you have no idea how much I admire you. While I may not be the type of reader you are looking for that will stick around - I love your ability to always look polished, match perfect outfits and have professional looking makeup. In a way, I wish I could do it, but I know it is just not who I am - and I'm okay with that.

   

 

Sponsor Spotlight: Kate from Kate the (Almost) Great

It's that time of the week again - time to meet one of the awesome people hanging out on my sidebar this month! I would like to introduce you to Kate from Kate the (Almost) Great. Now, Kate truly inspires me because she is a 9th grade teacher AND is a published author. Just from that alone, you know her blog is going to be a good read!

Here are a few of my favourite posts:

I'm Not Invisible

Designing on a Budget

Why I Yoga

Let's get to know Kate a little by a quick Q&A session:

What are the 5 best words that describe you? And what are the 5 best words that describe your blog/shop?

Me: caffeinated, creative, stubborn, caring, nerdy

Blog: food, sparkly, coffee, yoga, interior design (let’s pretend that’s one word, okay?)

What is one thing that people might be surprised to learn about you?

I’m a huge nerd. Not only do I love old books (especially 19th century), but I love shows like Doctor Who, Supernatural, Sherlock, and The Tudors. Huge nerd alert, right here.

Why did you start blogging and what keeps you going?

I started blogging to get wider exposure for my writing career. However, it was great because it gave me a reason to write every day. I need to make time to write fiction so that I can publish again within the year, but blogging at least exercises my writing skills on a regular basis, which really helps.

If you could be any animal in your next life which would you choose and why?

A house cat. They basically get to lay around all day and get food and love whenever. Seems pretty legit to me.

What is one of your biggest current pet peeves? 
Students shouting out questions to me while I’m in the middle of speaking. I teach 9th grade, and this drives me crazy. Every class period, every day.

If you could have any job, what would you want to do/be?
I’m a teacher, and I love it. However, if I could be a full-time author, that would be even better.

What are some of your favourite blogs?
Awkward Giraffe, The College Prepster, Helen In Between, Life With rMe, Pearls & Curls, Two Thirds Hazel

If you could meet any one person (from history or currently alive), who would it be?
Jane Austen – she is my favourite author and the inspiration for some of my writing (including my book Aureole)

What do you consider the most important event of your life so far?
When I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, my entire life changed. I had been in pain for many years before then, but it changed everything. Now, 3 years after I was diagnosed, I am so much more functional than I was then. I am grateful for that moment every day, as putting a name to it didn’t change what was going on and it only ensured that I could get the treatment I needed.

If you could have any super power what would you choose and why?
The ability to heal people. I want to help take away pain and suffering from other people.

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Sponsor Spotlight: Kelley from One Hot Southern Mess

Time to introduce you to another one of my swappers this week and let me tell you, this girl seems like she would be a BLAST to hang out with! With every post, she seems to be herself and real, which makes her blog awesome to read! She also has the most adorable bulldog named Mia! Meet Kelley from One Hot Southern Mess!

Here are some of my favourite recent posts from Kelley:

learning.

Them were the days.

This is me.

What are the 5 best words that describe you? And what are the 5 best words that describe your blog/shop? 

I would say that mine would be: loud, caring, compassionate, southern and crafty. I would have to go with the same thing about my blog :)

What is one thing that people might be surprised to learn about you? 

That I have this crazy fear of the dark and my tires blowing up when I put air in them.

Why did you start blogging and what keeps you going? 

I started blogging because I was always that girl that would read them and finally one day I started my own.

If you could be any animal in your next life which would you choose and why?
My dog, she has the life.

What is one of your biggest current pet peeves?
People that chew with their mouth open.

If you could have any job, what would you want to do/be? 
I would be a concert promotor!

What are some of your favourite blogs? 

yoga pants, friday morning buzz, daily tay, two thirds hazel, venus trapped in mars, southern beauty guide

 

If you could meet any one person (from history or currently alive), who would it be? 

Elvis or Marilyn Monroe.

 

What do you consider the most important event of your life so far? 

Oh man, thats would have to be going back to college.

If you could have any super power what would you choose and why? 

To be invisible :) 

   

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Sponsor Spotlight: Alyssa from Lyss & Loveliness

I would like to introduce all my readers to Alyssa from Lyss & Loveliness! 

She is in her first year of marriage (like me), and her blog is truly inspiring to read. She blogs about everything from love & relationships, faith & inspiration, recipes, blogging tips and so much more. If you aren't already following her, you really need to check her out.

Some of my personal favourite posts:

Best Foundation For Your Skin Type

5 Reasons Why Your Blog Might Be Horrible

Peanut Butter Cookie in a Mug

Now, it's time for quick and fun Q&A to get to know Alyssa better!

What are the 5 best words that describe you? And what are the 5 best words that describe your blog/shop?

Authentic, Feminine, Adventurous, Fun-Loving, Compassionate

What is one thing that people might be surprised to learn about you?

I spent most of my early teenage years a t-shirt wearing, hair pulled up all the time, full out tom boy.

Why did you start blogging and what keeps you going?

I wanted a way to keep in touch with friends and family after we moved from Florida up to Ohio a week after getting married, and I’ve absolutely fallen in love with the blogging community. The sense of community and friendship are what keep me going, even on the days when it gets tough.

If you could be any animal in your next life which would you choose and why?

Definitely a swan. They’re so beautiful, elegant, graceful, and never seem to have a care in the world.

What is one of your biggest current pet peeves?

Grammar! I cannot stand when people use incorrect grammar! I may or may not have earned the nickname “grammar nazi” ;)

If you could have any job, what would you want to do/be?

My dream job is working as a fashion magazine editor in New York City. 

What are some of your favourite blogs?

Chasing Happy, Simply Clarke, A Night Owl Blog, and The Nectar Collective are a few of my favourite reads.

If you could meet any one person (from history or currently alive), who would it be? 
As cliché and not unique as it may be, I would love to sit down with Abraham Lincoln and just hear him talk about his passions and experiences.

What do you consider the most important event of your life so far?
My wedding day; it perfectly sums up the magic of being married to the love of my life.

If you could have any super power what would you choose and why? 
The adventurer in me would say that I would love to fly.

  

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