How I became a blogger
October 9, 2018
Earrings: Madewell
Tank: H&M
Sweater: Chicwish c/o
Bag: Foley and Corinna c/o
Jeans: Express
Booties: Vince Camuto, similar here
As I get older, it's so much easier to appreciate the little things in life like the Starbucks reusable coffee tumbler I'm holding for $2! I love when I find things like that for such a good deal. I asked you guys on my stories whether you would want to hear how I became a blogger or my current amazon order and they were almost 50/50 but this one won. I can talk about my amazon order later.
It's actually hot in Ohio right now so not a great time for my favorite "sweater weather" but once it is I love the way this sweater looks off the shoulder. It has a little girly detail and I love the sleeves. I have tons of things on my want list from Chicwish right now, I will link them below!
This is actually perfect timing writing this post because my "3 year blog anniversary" is in November! I went to Ohio State and majored in Fashion and Retail Merchandising. I always knew I wanted to do something in fashion! After college, I had multiple interviews at L Brands (known for Victoria's Secret, Bath + Body Works, La Senza, etc.), DSW and Abercrombie & Fitch. After not getting hired and getting let down time and time again I decided to start a separate Instagram from my personal one for fun.
I started buying clothes weekly and having Justin take iPhone photos of me in front of our neighborhood (yes we got lots of looks, lol). After about 4 months of posting a company reached out to me and asked if they could send me a dress in exchange for a post. I was literally like WHAT?! This is crazy, of course you can! Once I realized this is what bloggers actually did I hired someone to build me a website.
Once my website was live, I tried to post three blog posts a week. When I first started I didn't know the more you posted, the better traction you would get. So I was posting one Instagram a week, then the week after I would post 4. I was very inconsistent. I did this for about a year and a half before I realized I needed to get my shit together and make a plan.
I think it's super important to try to post everyday on at least one social channel to grow. I loveeee my blog but I don't deem it necessary to have 3 blog posts up a week if I don't have "good" content to put out. I don't just want to write to say I have a post up, I want to write stuff that you guys will actually read.
When I first started blogging I got made fun of in my hometown. People still are like, you are a what?! But more and more girls are starting to do it and I think that's awesome. You don't have to have tons of money or know someone to start a blog, you just have to have a passion.
I'm not focused on whether I have x amount of followers anymore I just want to be organized and bring you guys content you want to see so you come back! I have a lot of things coming for my blog and I hope you'll stay tuned to see! Thanks so much for being supportive!! xo
Photography: Kandid with Kate
Thanks to Chicwish for sponsoring today's post!
Current Favorite Instagram Inspo
October 3, 2018
Sunglasses: Warby Parker c/o
Sweater: Chicwish c/o
Bralette: Leander Boutique c/o, exact here
Bag: Gucci
Boots: Jeffery Campbell
This post is going to be about not only my favorite influencers, bloggers and instagrammers but my current favorite outfit. I recently got this sweater from Chicwish and it is so cute, I love it. I'm obsessed with everything Fall they have right now, I linked my favs below. Normally I would have left it open back but it was a little big so I wore a bralette because I didn't want my boobs to pop out while I was shooting in our most popular shopping area in Columbus, haha.
I don't see myself as a super girly girl and that's what I think when it comes to gingham but these pants are seriously so chic and comfy. And I'm all about that comfy life! I am loving any neutral bootie right now (and always) so I paired them with my Jeffery Campbell booties!
TOP 12
FAVORITE PEOPLE ON INSTAGRAM RN
* Nicole- she was my IG girl crush then we met in NY and it became my real life girl crush. She is as sweet in person as she is online and her feed is literally perfect. We both love neutrals so win win. Plus I love that she is a Christian.
* Audrey- my friend Olivia told me about her! Her feed is literally my Pinterest/life goals coming to life. She is a photographer and a POET. Like how amazing? She's so talented.
* Racquel- I have followed her for so long and just think she's one of the most natural beauties on IG. I remember one time she did a makeup tutorial and it took two seconds because she barely wears any and doesn't need it. I love her travel photos!
* Vitaliia- how funny is this, I found her account through a Chicwish email! I saw her outfit and thought man I love how this girl styled this. So I checked out her IG and immediately followed. I LOVE her outfits.
* Romina- this Germany girl just screams edgy badass. I'm obsessed with all the boots she wears and how she poses. I N S P O to the max.
* Sivan- my friend Olivia told me about her and ever since I started following her...best decision. She has such a good sense of humor and truly doesn't give a fuck what anyone thinks about her. That's what I love about her account! Plus she just had the cutest baby girl Capri ever.
* Tee- I have been following her for awhile. I love all of her detail shots and travel photos.
* Tara- I just recently started following her and I LOVE her account. She lives in Utah and her photos are amazing. She is super creative, I remember a photo she posted spitting out water and I loved it. Plus her long hair is goals.
* Jenn- Jenn is my GIRL. Plus it's her BIRTHDAY! If you aren't following her, go do it. Right now. We met in NYC and she's super down to earth and real. I love every outfit she wears and I wish she lived in Ohio so we could hang out 24/7 haha.
* Aylin- I have followed Aylin forevvvver. She is the neutral queen and her decor is amazing. I love how she shares tips about flowers on her stories because I always kill mine hahaha and decor styling tips. I just want her to come decorate for me :)
* Steph- I just recently started following Steph and why wasn't I sooner?? She is fit AF and I'm obsessed with her style.
* Janice- with 1.3 million followers I am CERTAIN she will never see this but she is probably the prettiest human on IG. I remember when she posted a photo of her dog Mia and said she passed away and I literally cried. Her feed is incredible and I love all of her detail beauty shots.
As you can tell all of these girls have a neutral, chic vibe and are CRAZY talented. I find inspo tons of places and Instagram is one of them. Who are you guys loving on IG?
Thank you so much to Chicwish for sponsoring today's post!
Photography: Kate Smith
Benefits of Aloe Vera + An amazing sale!
September 27, 2018
Sports bra: Nike, similar here
Tank: Old, similar here
Leggings: Yummie c/o (OBSESSED with these!)
Backpack: Frye, similar here
Shoes: Nike
I used to think aloe vera was just used for curing sunburns until I researched it more. Aloe vera has literally so many good benefits. I'm almost pissed at myself for just now using it! Aloe vera is mostly known for it's healing properties and here are the top benefits you can get from using it:
- treating skin conditions such as acne (it will reduce inflammation and redness)
- speeding up the healing process of burns on skin
- keeping your skin hydrated and clear
- weight loss
- rich in antioxidants and vitamins!
- removing plaque (healthier gums!)
- helps your hair look good
- anti cancer (it has been known to stop cancer growth in human cells)
- relieves constipation
- treats canker sores
- eases heartburn
The benefits are endless. I'm so happy to have found something so beneficial. The best part is if you need some Grace and Stella have theirs for $8 right now! They are having a HUGE end of summer sale and tons of their amazing products are 60% off including the aloe vera gel. Can't wait to hear what you guys think! Xx
Shop the sale here: HERE
Photography: Kandid with Kate
How to Style a Denim Jacket
September 21, 2018
Tee: Cold Crush c/o
Jacket: Levi's c/o
Jeans: Levi's c/o
Sneakers: Vans c/o
I'm pretty sure it's written down somewhere that one item you will need in your closet forever is...a denim jacket. No matter what year it is, the denim jacket never seems to go out of style. I didn't own a white denim jacket prior to this post so I thought it would be fun to switch it up and show you guys how I styled my new favorite jacket for Fall.
If I could pick one thing to style for the rest of my blogging career, it would be denim. I like girly things but don't consider myself a girly girl and could honestly could wear jeans everywhere I go #denimfordays!
One brand I am in love with and will never turn my back on is Levi's. Not only do they last a long time, the fit is always perfect. Plus, they make your booty look good! I paired the white denim jacket with my current favorite denim from Levi's and these cute sneakers. I know finding good denim can be hard but everything I get from Levi's I honestly love.
Wanna hear a secret? I will show you a way to get Levi's for less! The one place I shop for all my Levi's is from Stage. Not only do they run awesome deals, they gave me a discount code for you guys to use. Woot Woot!
You can get 25% off HERE now through 9/30/18. Can't wait to see which denim you guys pick out! Xx
This post was sponsored by Specialty Retailers Inc.
Photography: Kandid with Kate
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