Blogging behind the scenes: Alison Gary shares the business of blogging. Why do bloggers do what they do? How do bloggers get paid? What does it take to have a successful blog? How do affiliate links work? Alison will share all of this and more in her posts about the business of blogging.
…to the talent behind the lens. He’ll do most anything to get the right shot… some pictures from a wedding we shot together a couple weeks ago… I work hard on this blog, but there’s no way it could be where it is if it weren’t for my husband. Seriously, check out my posts from… Continue Reading Special Dedication Going Out…
This was in my Google Doc for comments… Thank you, anonymous person. Apology totally accepted, but do take this opportunity to understand that blogs take various shapes and forms, and that for many, the photos can be misconstrued when out of context. I’d love to know what the heck you’re Googling to find close-ups of… Continue Reading A Nice Way to Start a Tuesday…
I don’t take pictures of myself because I think I am beautiful, or young, or a fashion maven. I don’t think I am perfect. I take pictures of myself because I am not perfect. I share my daily outfits because there aren’t enough examples out there of women who are not a model size, or… Continue Reading Why I Blog my Daily Outfits
Hi Allie, I love your blog! Have you ever thought of doing a link-up post every week? I’d love to know what you read online through the week I bet it’s very inspiring! I love your website! I am however, having a little difficulty doing searches in finding recommended clothing and accessories links. Have you… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Questions About Wardrobe Oxygen
Last night I walked almost two miles in pouring rain (and 4” heels) for this: “Please excuse my dampness, it is such a pleasure to meet you!” Glenda Bailey, Editor-in-Chief of Harper’s Bazaar was at the Coach store in Georgetown, signing copies of her book, Harper’s Bazaar Greatest Hits. And you know, Bazaar is by… Continue Reading Glenda Bailey Book Signing at Coach DC
Chambray shirt – Target (similar)Skirt – LOFT (similar)Belt – Another LinePumps – Nine West (similar)Silver cuff I finally got around to dry cleaning some of my clothes that were affected by the hurricane – I completely forgot this skirt was in my wardrobe! Glad to have it back before it gets too cold – not… Continue Reading My Wardrobe Today – Monday Oct 24, 2011
Everyone has a reason for starting a blog. For some, it’s a hobby. For others, it’s a career. Some start a blog to make friends, others start blogs in hopes they will get recognition for their ideas. For me, it was a place to put all the ideas and opinions I had about fashion and… Continue Reading I’m Not Trying to Be Famous
As many of you know, a very large percentage of bloggers have chosen to go silent today, participating in For Japan With Love, created by the owners of the blogs ever ours and Utterly Engaged. This is an amazing act by these two bloggers, and those who have participated – a selfless act that has… Continue Reading Why I Am Not Silent Today
So I was visiting my friend Nicole’s blog (won’t link because she likes her job – and not for them to read her blog) and she did a meme that involves handwriting. Interest piqued! I used to get failing grades in handwriting when in elementary school. I hold writing utensils in a weird way, where… Continue Reading The Writing’s on the Wall… of my Blog… (Meme)