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Hi guys!
I hope you all are well, it’s almost the end of the year, I’m still wishing everyone the best of 2014 before it comes to an end.
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So I almost couldn’t post this today because my computer has decided to take a leave, it’s not even obeying me it’s user anymore, looks like roles have being switched there. Anyways, there’s always a way, while it is dealing with its tantrum I’m using an alternative. Haha sounds like a relationship doesn’t it ? it has served me well though.
That being said, most bloggers have faced this challenge once, amongst many other challenges. Yes? No? Please feel free to share with me in the comment area what your blogging challenges have been in the past year or past month or even week. So we can all learn from each other! And how you managed them. It’d be aaawesome to have them tackled for twenyFeteen (2015) 😀
Back to this cozy post, I say cozy because it’s the feel you’re gonna get from these photos.
I have had these heels since beginning of summer but haven’t done or post on it yet, I’d go out wearing it and forget to do an outfit post on it. They are super comfortable, funky and chunky :D. So I paired this with this fabulous versatile ( because you can wear it as a turtle neck too :D) oversized sweater along with this beautiful skirt and black chunky heel, aren’t the heels fab?
Outfit Deets
Jumper || H&M
Skirt || eBay
Chunky Heels || ZaraWoman
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53 comments
Looooove!!
Hi Alex! Loved that cobalt slay again!!
Thank you
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I've been waiting for this post since forever! I love everything about this outfit, the colors just go so well together and the shoes are lovely. The photography is amazing as well!!
Sorry about your laptop 🙁
Same thing happened to me August last year and messed up my whole blogging process.
Blogging challenges: Not getting a lot of feedback makes me feel like I'm not doing enough sometimes and I have major anxiety when its time to put myself out there.
http://www.kunmio.com
Thank you beautiful! Ah I'm not even bothered about the laptop, I've had it for too long already lol. Damn! that doesn't sound pretty, I'm sorry to hear about that, but I'm so happy about the new changes and everything on the blog, definitely inspiring
Wow I'm glad you actually pointed that out, and I'm 100% sure youre not alone on this, I think as a blogger you have to be prepared to be vulnerable, if you want to impact change in any area you're passionate about, you have to leave room for vulnerability. I myself including others who chose to own a blog has let a part of themselves to the public. However in the long run, you are inspiring someone, people and building something good in turn.
Thanks for sharing that Kum! I'm now inspired to do a post where I'll try and gather every bloggers challenge, narrow them down, include their blog links and in turn help anyone else experiencing the same and hopefully solve it in the long run
I really appreciate your engagement Ola! And I love love your last two posts!
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Love the detailing of your sweater and the red mini is so gorg and so fall! You look stunning, as usual. Sorry about your laptop issues. I had a similar fate when my Old Faithful (my laptop) was trying to bug out on me a couple of months ago. It's all good now though. As far as blogging challenges go, sometimes I really think I rely too heavily on how much work I put into a particular post and I might get little to no feedback, but the post that I was effortless gets so many views, comments, etc. Lol oh well. How I deal is to just remember that I write my blog for me. When I have people who read along with me faithfully, it really lights up my life but it's not the sole reasoning behind me blogging. As long as that remains my focus, disheartening moments are few and far between 🙂
I've taken a lesson from this!
Thanks Indie! Kind words!
Right! I feel as though most bloggers experience that, especially at the early stages of blogging, and the feedback frequency is bound to change and happen from time to time. I agree that sometimes the ones you effortlessly post happens to bring lots of feedback. There are also many other factors that we may already be aware of, time of the day and such. But it has to then match with when you feel like posting, depending on the blogger's routine, and perhaps sometimes spontaneously.
I'm happy you've created something that works well for you, as these things are a matter of testings too. And I'm pretty sure some other blogger out there is stuck on something similar and this will definitely shed light to their own corner. Like I had also said to 'Olakunmi ' I'll try to narrow a list down and include blog links once I get enough responses on bloggers' experiences.
I must say the new creative collab you've been currently on lately has been inspiring, you should definitely keep doing it! really
Thank you for sharing your experience and strategy
those heels are definitely funky! Love loove the combo, the colors and texture, so cozy! You have great legs woman! 🙂
So I'm just starting my own blog too, still setting things up,and it's a bit challenging and I reallly would love to read from here what other bloggers might be facing and how they go about handling moments
Thanks Mary!
Thank You !
Awwh I remember starting out too I still experience a a couple of things still . As a blogger whether you're just starting out or are in the middle or are there (whatever all of these mean) you'll experience various kinds, JUST LIKE EVERY OTHER JOURNEY. IM SUPER EXCITED FOR YOU.
Now when you launch let me know, also if you have questions, like I did in the beginning, shoot me an email if intend to keep it private, otherwise drop a comment on the most recent posts
That being said, I hope all that you'll read will help you, or light your way good
X
Ahhhh!!!
My joy is restored!
I have no words to articulate how fierce you are!
I want it all, the outfit, the legs, the hair, the girl..
Ebu x
Queeeeeen!!!! Yours Faithfully!
Thank you! The first line captured all of the expression
Lol
Muah!!!
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Wow why are you so gorgeous girl?!! I am just stunned and amazed by this fantabulous photos, the outfit is so en pointe (wish we could wear that kind of outfit nowadays) and your modelness just makes everything so much more amazing! I wish I had that kind of natural glam in front of a camera! I love the cozy yet sexy off-the-shoulder sweater, and paired with that incredibly cute skater skirt and those heels– I am in heaven just looking at ya!
I also love the way you write and talk, you are the cutest person ever! Hope your computer realizes who's boss soon and let's you post more posts! Because we need see your fabulous self on here more often 😉
P.S. We still need to go on our coffee date! I am free on weekends during Dec if you are– also I would love to go to a wine tasting with you hehe 😉 Esp if there is cheese…
Keep on shining and being that lovely girl you are!
xx Debbie
http://www.whatdoffydoes.com
Hahahaha! 'Fantabulous '
No we can't!! Vancouver is waaay too cold for us, this was sitting on my draft for a week, awwh you can do it. Ppppractice girl! You look effortless when you strike though, don't be playing modest now 😉
Can't wait till you bring it on, down that aisle S00N
Thank you, you're adorable, hahaha right? !,!?! ( snaps fingers) It will realize who's its boss in nooo time lol
Yes our coffee date!! Since you're here and school is over then, that's a fantastic plan. Wine tasting!! Debbie you've no idea. I still need to try the 'Girl Rosé'
Soon soon bebe!
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I can so relate with the computer issues, mine just cost me some of my shopping money ugh.I'm glad you finally put this post up, I have been looking out for it. I love your sweater, it looks so cozy, love how you styled it here. Great colour pairing, your shoes look so comfortable.
Princess Audu
Damn! That money cut though, hurts my soul a little lol. Right, my computer was going cone in the way lol. Yes they are super comfortable ha!
Thanks sarah!
Safe trip back home, it's not going to be so different from Thailand and those boyfriend pants are fab!
Xx
I love love this skirt!! Your pictures are so beautiful too.
I feel like I need to go shopping. I am now following you on google plus. Looking forward to more postS.
Es x x
imparfait-treasure.blogspot.co.uk
Esther thanks!
Why not? , Oh 'the need' not impulsively I hope! 🙂
I'm just in line, I look forward to more too!
X
the heels are real funky..love them.
well, my biggest blogging challenge would be finding a balance; its a lot of work blogging and working 8 to 5 at the same time. so i always spend some hours of my employers time blogging (don't tell them). plus i also don't have a laptop for now cos its misbehaving like yours so its not so easy doing a spontaneous post.
beyond all this challenges, the relationships i have built make it totally worth it.x
http://www.deemako.com
I'm so happy you came forward with some of the realities of blogging, coupled with the other major commitments we have.
Oh you can trust me sweetie, I keep them all ( sealed lips). Right? I feel as though because of all of these irregularities that pop up over the course of blogging, posts need to be planned ahead of time and its perfectly okay you can build your blog without being the spontaneous one sometimes .
I look forward to seeing how other bloggers in your shoes do it so I can cook a post to bring solutions to them for everyone 's benefit, including you. And I hope it helps a lot
And finally I agree with you, it's amazing how relationships have being formed from all over the globe, without having to meet in person, ahhhmazing!
Thanks desola for sharing, it's really helpful that you can share this with us
P.S- Your tailor is soo fly, those coordinates looked so chic!
I love everything about this outfit, the red skirt is so gorgeous! Your pictures are amazing!
http://lebalzi.it
Thank you! So are you and those gorgeous black booties 😀
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It amazes me that you can wear short skirts in Cold Canada, you're strong mehn.
Hmmm, challenges, I started my blog on the 8th of February but then my second post wasn't until the 29th of March because my laptop needed to be repaired. Tbh, I wasn't as careful with it as I am now so I stepped on it, by accident and the screen spoilt.
I feel like saying my blog started in April because it wasn't really active in February or March, the ball really started rolling in April!
Blogging Challenges:
My biggest one has been coping with a 9-5, which is more like a 7 to 7 as I'm up by 7 and I don't get home till 7. I'm usually too tired to put on my laptop so have to wake up an hour early to edit posts and I don't go out as often as I used to just so I have time to do blog prep, time to relax & unwind, time to practise sax, etc
Even though i'm learning to prioritise better, I still can't post as often as I would like to but yeah, it's a phase in life so I have deal with it.
The real world ain't easy and I would rather have a bit of a time lag in posts than compromise on the quality of the content.
Oh, yeah, another challenge I've faced is that someone (an adult) read something on my blog they didn't like/feel comfortable with and e-mailed my mum who was in England at that time. My mum, who had never even checked out my blog called me and was asking for the blog link, she said I should take the post down and so I edited it to take out the part she didn't like. It was really annoying, because the person could have just called me and I would have taken it down.
I know someone who keeps on deleting her blog and starting new ones with different names because she has Amebo aunties that tell her mum she isn't dressing right or she's showing too much skin, all this unneccessary talk.
Some people don't really know the consequences/effect of their actions, it can be very discouraging when people say negative things to your parents about a project one is passionate about/dedicated to.
Phew, that was a long comment, hehe 🙂
http://www.tukesquest.blogspot.com/
Lol there are days the sun is ridiculously nice, which happens less than 5% of the time, this was one of those, and it had to be captured just in time ! And it's not cold all year round here. But I should get my pants on soon perhaps 😛 because it izzzzz getting cold now
It is particularly difficult with a schedule that is fixed, 7-7 is tough, I know exactly what that feels like. I commend you for still believing that this can in fact be manage to the point where you also have time for other things.
I'd have to agree with you, great content vs frequently posting just anything is major, and I'd pick good quality, for so many reasons I can go on forever about.
That's not cool omg! Blogging is an art, really, whatever it is you 'create', everone will see it differently. I've also realized how societal and cultural expectations and pressures may in fact block creativity and uniqueness as much as they sometimes have good intentions. There's gotta be a balance and playing it safe sometimes does leads to mediocrity. Wow your friend's case is disheartening, I now hope she is finding something that works, listening to all these voices doesn't allow anyone to grow to find who they are.
No ! No! I had to read your beach experience and left you with a lengthy comment too 😛 I couldn't resit. I'm sooo thrilled that you could share these and I know someone's relating. I also hope that the previous conversations and the ones to come will encourage, empower and provide strategies that you may perhaps find helpful over time
So check back
P.S- NYSC is surreal though !
Your sweater is something else mehn! I love the whole outfit and I still wanna rock your hair.
http://www.realcilverly.blogspot.com
Do it!!
Thank you chioma!
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This is such a fun look. I love the flirty skirt.
My mouse stopped working two weeks ago, wiring problems. I drove to the thrift shop and bought two, none of them worked. I went to Walmart the next day and bought a brand new one, more expensive. I lost $8 in the process.
Lesson learned: Never buy electronics from the thrift shop. You cannot return them if they don't work. Kisses babe.
The technical parts to blogging can be a hassle sometimes. Yikes $8 ! That is likely another shopping cut there. Totally, no thrifting of electronics, thanks for sharing that lesson, so no one tries it
P.S- Your hair routine though, you make me wanna do a big chop!
Thanks Nerline!
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You are too funny! No big chop unless it is good for your career. Kisses!
Hahaha I teared laughing while reading this comment , that's an epic line . Who's going to discriminate now? They better be ready
Xx
love the mix of over sized sweater in a skater skirt cute
fashionitazbybuiti.blogspot.com
Thanks Buiti
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You look stunning xx
Thanks Kizzy!
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Fantastic look! I absolutely love that skirt
Made in Mauve
Thanks girl!
I love this post !the sweater is to die for. Answering your question, I know i've struggled with consistency. As a new blogger, I've been having high and low moments with my blog plus kinder lost trying to figure out how everything works.. any tips for a new blogger that would be helpful?
slimthickdiva.blogspot.ca
Hey girl! *waves*
I think we all still struggle with consistency, and there are always high and low moments . It's something we always constantly have to deal with until we find a balance. One thing I say is not too get yourself comparing your phase with others, but glean from others instead. It's easier said than done but that's the first and most useful step I've held closely to my heart.
Engagement is very important, this works differently for every blogger, I find my own style, so should every blogger, because we have different schedules and lives. Also supporting one another one way or the other I've found works. We all need each other for sure. I hope you find these and the other feedbacks from the aforementioned helpful, as well as the ones to come
Check back, I'll be gathering something at some point hopefully to help everyone, including myself I have blogging dilemmas too
X
Thank you so much girl! *hug* I feel so much better reading this. I will definately take this into consideration.
xo
Such festive colours 🙂
BLEURGH – http://www.bleurghnow.com
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Hii 🙂 you look absolutely Stunning, love it! And your hair is amazing.
Blogger problems? Well getting one in the first place has been the gist of it, still kinda new but getting there, and thank God for friends really Lol, what would I do without em.
http://www.akinfaminu.com
Thanks Akin! you be looking dapper in those suspenders and print!
It was and is for everybody starting out for sure, but a great support system like you pointed out sure helps a lot. You'll get better as time goes by, as long as you're asking questions too
X
Hiii 🙂
I love reading your posts ! And the pictures are just perfect ! Your poses, the quality, and what about the outfit ?!!! The colors go pretty well together— this burgundy/red skirt is so velvety, I love it !
My main language is french.. so pleaaase, excuse me if there are some mistakes =p !
xoxo
http://flawless-girl.blogspot.fr/
Aww that's encouraging Elsa, thnak you! you are doing perfectly well with your english lavv!
XX
I simply love this blog of yours! Keeping it up on this level might be a little stressing, to raise the mood, see yourself in sequin skirt outfit ideas ! This is a true body enhancer.
Thank you!
Slay!!
Sorry about your computer issues. been there a few times and it isn't always pretty. Wish i could help but remember to always back up all your stuff.
Happy Holidays sweetheart.
http://www.thefashionstirfry.com
Bus! Bus! You changed your blog to wordpress! It was hard for me to navigate through and drop my fierce comment the last time, I try again hoping it works this time.
Thank you , happy new year
x
Writing posts is fun and stressing at the same time. I like your blog and thoughts you express here. To be in trend of nowadays fashion I use maroon skinny jeans .
You're so stunning! I just found your blog and i'm obsessed. Such a cool outfit!
xo Emma
emma-loren.blogspot.com
Thanks Emma!
Amazing ! Fallen in love with ur blog 🙂