tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post4948700767490129979..comments2023-12-22T10:20:55.450-08:00Comments on Melissa Cartier: making a changeMelissahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11106150644036022290noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-82348029457760590512013-09-22T08:40:21.758-07:002013-09-22T08:40:21.758-07:00Melissa, oh my goodness, I can RELATE!! I've s...Melissa, oh my goodness, I can RELATE!! I've so been there... and I agree, it's important to buy what you love and re-wear stuff as much as you please. A blog should absolutely reflect our real lives, and honestly, I find that so much more inspiring!! Can't wait to see this new direction from you! <br /><br />xo<br /><a href="http://by-theshore.blogspot.ca/" rel="nofollow">By The Shore</a>Veronika Novotny https://www.blogger.com/profile/11025840251372775642noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-64601949489585716742013-09-17T23:24:45.216-07:002013-09-17T23:24:45.216-07:00Thanks, Kelly!
I'm happy I bought the coat to...Thanks, Kelly!<br /><br />I'm happy I bought the coat too. I'm also happy I posted my thoughts because it turns out a lot of bloggers have been feeling this way!Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11106150644036022290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-27426465986772108132013-09-17T23:24:12.002-07:002013-09-17T23:24:12.002-07:00Thanks, Kate!
I know in the grand scheme of thing...Thanks, Kate!<br /><br />I know in the grand scheme of things it's such a trivial topic but for some reason putting thoughts like that out on the blog feels very vulnerable!Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11106150644036022290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-20105332455880130192013-09-17T23:22:43.671-07:002013-09-17T23:22:43.671-07:00A fellow 30+ blogger! So great to meet you! I love...A fellow 30+ blogger! So great to meet you! I love that you're inspiring your readers with your everyday looks. I do believe that's what people want to see!Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11106150644036022290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-47968269437820334762013-09-17T19:04:34.211-07:002013-09-17T19:04:34.211-07:00First of all, your jacket is gorgeous. You did the...First of all, your jacket is gorgeous. You did the right thing picking something you love over something that might be a little more "blendable". But it was the right decision to make.<br />And secondly, I know exactly what you mean. I've been struggling with this too. I think it's something most of us run into at one point in our style-blogging careers. But at least you've recognized it :) Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06994292714843560413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-14131504310038880462013-09-17T15:26:53.220-07:002013-09-17T15:26:53.220-07:00That coat is perfect - you look absolutely stunnin...That coat is perfect - you look absolutely stunning!<br />And, congratulations for being so brave to put all of this out there. I think these are feelings that every fashion/style blogger has felt at one point in time (I know I have!) but not everyone has the courage to put it out there.<br /><br />Wishing you all the best<br />Kate xo petite-adventures.blogspot.caPetite Adventureshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11727912445698293340noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-59784611302906383632013-09-17T08:23:02.046-07:002013-09-17T08:23:02.046-07:00I felt that same pressure with my blog. I was scar...I felt that same pressure with my blog. I was scared certain things were "too simple" or not "Trendy" enough to be interesting. I am 30 now and I refuse to buy things JUST for a blog. I am blogging now things I wear in my day to day life and hoping to still inspire people with my simple style and not just my glamorous date night looks. btw I'm new to your blog and I LOVE it!<br />www.style4curves.blogspot.comStyle4Curveshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07182487798088658077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-63204333924758941162013-09-16T21:50:05.227-07:002013-09-16T21:50:05.227-07:00I've definitely been worried about "wasti...I've definitely been worried about "wasting" outfits so I can relate! Thanks for your kind words, Jackie :)Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11106150644036022290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-32548264798729407902013-09-16T21:49:15.499-07:002013-09-16T21:49:15.499-07:00Thanks, Alanna!
I'm definitely going to try t...Thanks, Alanna!<br /><br />I'm definitely going to try to take the pressure off. We will see how I do!Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11106150644036022290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-38399438143165060282013-09-16T21:48:46.100-07:002013-09-16T21:48:46.100-07:00Thanks, Lisa. It's funny because I can't r...Thanks, Lisa. It's funny because I can't relate to bloggers with unlimited budgets but I feel pressure to look that way. I agree that it feels more like personal style when you can tell a blogger loves their style.Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11106150644036022290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-64176698949653850512013-09-16T21:47:44.808-07:002013-09-16T21:47:44.808-07:00Thanks so much, Lauren. I'm happy to hear you ...Thanks so much, Lauren. I'm happy to hear you can relate! Hopefully I can change my focus as well.Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11106150644036022290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-49446313893157650492013-09-16T21:47:04.227-07:002013-09-16T21:47:04.227-07:00Thanks, Melanie!
I need to put a plan together th...Thanks, Melanie!<br /><br />I need to put a plan together this fall and stick with it as well. Let me know how you do!<br />Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11106150644036022290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-59489190320351979822013-09-16T21:46:24.523-07:002013-09-16T21:46:24.523-07:00Not rude at all! I know it was a lot to read and w...Not rude at all! I know it was a lot to read and we often check blogs quickly.<br /><br />Isn't it so crazy now we put such unrealistic expectations on ourselves? I definitely need to make a change!Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11106150644036022290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-70697321510378237842013-09-16T21:45:07.964-07:002013-09-16T21:45:07.964-07:00Thanks, Jen! Thanks, Jen! Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11106150644036022290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-89826019989763153092013-09-16T21:44:35.797-07:002013-09-16T21:44:35.797-07:00I'm happy to hear that others are going throug...I'm happy to hear that others are going through the same thing. Let me know if you make any changes!<br />Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11106150644036022290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-64054126435615899322013-09-16T21:43:47.541-07:002013-09-16T21:43:47.541-07:00I can't tell you how many times I've focus...I can't tell you how many times I've focused on how a piece would look on the blog instead of if I'd really love it. It's awful!<br /><br />Thanks for your kind words, Laura!Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11106150644036022290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-3290683874921103472013-09-16T21:43:05.502-07:002013-09-16T21:43:05.502-07:00Thanks, Andi.
It's really nice to hear that ...Thanks, Andi. <br /><br />It's really nice to hear that so many of you would be happy to see pieces reworn more often!Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11106150644036022290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-25452996597269242112013-09-16T21:42:34.994-07:002013-09-16T21:42:34.994-07:00Thanks so much, Sarah :)Thanks so much, Sarah :)Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11106150644036022290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-33219861244840603652013-09-16T21:42:16.965-07:002013-09-16T21:42:16.965-07:00Thanks, Rebecca! That's so good to hear. I wil...Thanks, Rebecca! That's so good to hear. I will definitely be trying to work with my existing wardrobe so it's nice to know that there are readers who would be happy to see that!Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11106150644036022290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-46660146883829545212013-09-16T21:41:16.837-07:002013-09-16T21:41:16.837-07:00Thanks for your thoughts, Courtney.
I definitely ...Thanks for your thoughts, Courtney.<br /><br />I definitely have shoes and pieces of clothing in my closet that I bought because they were "bloggable". I'm glad to hear that since you switched to a "what I wore" platform you're blog is still doing well.<br /><br />I'm not sure what my blog will look like moving forward but your comment definitely helped.Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11106150644036022290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-60629479111290524272013-09-16T20:43:06.332-07:002013-09-16T20:43:06.332-07:00This was a great post to read. I find that the mor...This was a great post to read. I find that the more I get into blogging, the more I have thoughts like this as well.<br /><br />Like you, I've always been a shopoholic, but now that I'm blogging, I look at things differently when I'm shopping. Honestly, even putting outfits together has been tricky lately, because I don't want to "waste" a good outfit if I'm not planning to blog it. I know that's just crazy, but can't help that!<br /><br />Nonetheless, I look forward to seeing how you blog with this new approach....especially if that coat pops up a bunch!<br /><br />xoxo Jackie<br />somethingaboutthatthing.blogspot.com/Jackiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12802494108531540945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-43253668659953429142013-09-16T14:12:27.638-07:002013-09-16T14:12:27.638-07:00I love that you opened up about it! I think it'...I love that you opened up about it! I think it's nice to have a more authentic version of a "fashion blogger"- we don't all get tossed couture for free and it can be exhausting reading blogs you can't relate to. <br /><br />When Matt + I first started our blog (like a month ago lol) I thought my part would be more fashion or outfits but although fashion is a huge part of who I am, I tend to wear the same things all the time since I am just a normal person and don't have wads of cash to buy new clothes every week :) I can definitely understand the feeling like you have to impress with a bunch of new clothes.<br /><br />I'm glad to hear you're taking the pressure off of yourself- it sucks to spend money on stuff you don't totally love! <br /><br />xo<br />AlannaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12380691158147482419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-36811085754785117262013-09-16T11:27:43.562-07:002013-09-16T11:27:43.562-07:00Love this post.
I like seeing bloggers repeat it...Love this post. <br /><br />I like seeing bloggers repeat items in their outfit posts. It feels more like <em>personal</em> style and it's nice to see that an item is of good quality and well-loved. As I get older, I find it harder to relate to bloggers who buy fast fashion in bulk every season and feature a new item in every post.Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08149426274951453722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-49561446301040794962013-09-16T10:29:00.595-07:002013-09-16T10:29:00.595-07:00Hi Melissa, I read this yesterday and am finally g...Hi Melissa, I read this yesterday and am finally getting a chance to comment. I can totally relate to what you are saying. Esp when I first started my blog I would compare myself to other bloggers and always buy things with the blogging mentality. Now I've changed my focus and want to purchase things that are truly my style and will be classics in my wardrobe. I love how you dress so I will never get bored! I love that you bought this red trench. It looks amazing on you. xoLaurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12839217969231410915noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8888156679451319248.post-47253062846315469322013-09-16T10:01:11.563-07:002013-09-16T10:01:11.563-07:00Melissa! I'm so glad you wrote this post! I to...Melissa! I'm so glad you wrote this post! I totally feel the same way sometimes. I've always been a shopaholic but I feel like I justify so much because I have a blog. I spend a lot when I already do have a lot. It's a vicious cycle and I really hope I can stick to a plan this fall! Btw, I'm so glad you got that coat! It looks AMAZING on you.. and I would not get bored of seeing it thats for sure! xx<br /><br />iambornlippy.blogspot.ca<br /><br />Melanie Lilianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13801815658174875286noreply@blogger.com