Inspired.

ATTN Bloggers: Do you ever have a really, really hard time figuring out what to name your posts? Please, tell me where you get your post name inspo because ya girl is struggling.

I’ve felt very inspired lately for a few different reasons:

  1. I’ve started to connect with other Tucson bloggers, which is seriously so much fun. We shoot together now, talk about how to edit photos, Instagram strategies, brunch… It’s so important to build up a community where you feel supported in what you’re trying to accomplish. I’ve felt pretty alone in Tucson, as there aren’t many of us bloggers here, so this year has definitely been a step up.
  2. I’ve started to find my signature look again. I think I got wrapped up in the trends lately; from Instagram themes to outfit posts, I’ve let other people take over my style. Recently, I’ve been taking inspiration from them, but figured out my own look and that gives me a lot of hope for the future of this blog.
  3. I’ve started to get noticed. I’ve got more companies than ever reaching out to me and I finally feel like I’m in a place where I know my worth as a blogger. I finally feel able to actually turn down collaboration requests because they don’t align with my blog goals and that is a powerful feeling. I was to stay true to my roots and I’m starting to take control of my blog again.

Has anyone checked out my Insta lately and noticed a difference? If so, kudos to you – you’re very observant and probably do well in school! I’ve started editing my photos a lot differently. Remember just a few lines ago when I said I was taking control of my blog again? Well, I’m no longer letting trends dictate the theme of my Instagram. I started going back to the colors that I love and not letting those desaturated and monotone accounts get me down. I’m back and, literally, brighter than ever. I’m currently using high-contrast photos to really make my new outfits pop. I really want to know your feedback, so tell me what you think of them!

Now, back to that inspiration I was feeling:

I want to really start lifting up other bloggers because I know how hard it is to start a blog. It’s a ton of work. So, I’m sharing with you a few of the Tucson bloggers I’ve been connecting with lately, so you can feel inspired too! Happy Monday!

Tucson bloggers you should check out:

Anna at Alive With Anna
Jennifer at Her Styled Story
Gisele at Made by Milan
Sydney (my roomate, folks!) at The Luxe Flux (COMING SOON)

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Hi - my name is Kirsten! I am currently based in Chicago after a long cross-country move from Arizona. What will you find here? I love sharing all things sustainability and slow fashion, any of my day-to-day shenanigans, the latest new hobbies I picked up, and whatever concert or music festival I can find. Welcome and thanks for popping in to my little corner of the world wide web!

17 Comments

  1. 4.10.17
    Hannah said:

    I am loving that outfit! Such a fun summer look:) Also way to go on your insta!! It looks amazing!!

    xoxo, Hannah
    http://www.ohwhatasighttosee.com

  2. 4.10.17
    Sydney said:

    I totally relate to naming posts, I can sit here for an hour sometimes and not know what to call it!

  3. 4.10.17

    Thats awesome youre starting to get in touch with other local bloggers!

  4. 4.10.17
    amy said:

    1. You look gorgeous!
    2. I swear figuring out a name for a blog post is one of the hardest things!

    Also, def will have to check out these bloggers, they sound great!
    xoxo,
    Amy | Pastel N Pink

  5. 4.11.17
    Rachel said:

    You always looks so pretty! Love your hair!

  6. 4.11.17

    I love what you are wearing! #ootdgoals
    http://thebbar.org/

  7. 4.11.17

    I’m so happy for you that you’ve been feeling so inspired lately! I feel like my inspiration is often fleeting, so it’s nice to have those inspired periods. I’ve started to go back to my signature style, as well. It’s a good feeling 🙂

    XO, SS || Seersucker Sass

  8. 4.11.17

    LOVE the fun and flirtiness of this outfit. Perfect for spring!

  9. 4.11.17
    Oksana said:

    First, you are so stunning! And second, totally relate to the naming nightmare!

  10. 4.11.17
    Tori said:

    I totally relate to like all of this haha. Blogging is hard! I love these pictures by the way 🙂

    Tori

  11. 4.11.17

    I am THE WORST at blog titles! I love your photos though (and your blog title name is good!)

  12. 4.11.17

    Awh love these photos!! You are still super gorgeous in your photos _<

    Although I understand the feeling about the blog title xD

    Congrats on the collaboration requests!!

  13. 4.11.17

    Love that you were able to connect with other bloggers! Love the outfit and photos too!

  14. 4.11.17

    I’ve been feeling the same way recently and I’m super happy for both of us!! PS I love the outfit!

  15. 4.11.17
    Kristin said:

    This look is so cute! I will definitely be checking out your Instagram!

    Kristin
    The Blush Blonde

  16. 4.12.17
    courtney said:

    So glad you found your authentic self again! I am loving that outfit, so fresh and bright!

    La Belle Sirene 

  17. 4.17.17

    You are so gorgeous!! You are reminding me that I desperately need a tan haha.

    xo // http://www.thematerialgirl.co

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