I have always loved style and fashion. I have to be honest though: I've had a hard time getting up the courage to post style posts on this blog out of fear of not fitting in. Do you ever feel that way, either in blog world or real life?
I heard this thought the other day: we shouldn't get so hung up on what others think of us because, chances are, they are not thinking about what you're wearing or doing but rather, what they're wearing or doing and what you think of them. I thought that was an interesting idea, but it still doesn't change the fact that I have trouble with self-love.
Most of my life, I've struggled with feeling like I'll never be good enough. I know that is a common thought amongst women, and though relating to others helps, it doesn't make it any easier to get over it or move past it.
I thought a good way to practice self-love would be to try and challenge myself to do more style posts on the blog. I just love expressing myself through fashion and would love to share what I come up with here, but worry that I am not enough of a model-type to get away with posting my outfits. But if I ever want to get closer to love myself as I am now instead of always wishing I was something else, I should probably practice putting myself out there as I am.
OUTFIT DETAILS
Shirt: Daydreamer LA
Leggings: Lysse
Scarf: Gift from Belgium
Necklace: JessLC (similar)
Watch: Nixon (similar)
Shoes: Target ( similar)
(Practicing my Psy moves)
Love this outfit :) I agree, that outfit posts are nerve wracking! It totally challenges me every time. Well done, Anne!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Beth! It's a good challenge, a lot to learn about ourselves
DeleteCute outfit - you're beautiful:)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Niamh!
DeleteAnne, you are absolutely gorgeous (inside and out). I can't believe how long your hair has gotten! So pretty!
ReplyDeleteThanks sister! I miss you!!!
DeleteSuper cute outfit! and you look beautiful. :)
ReplyDeleteYou're so right though. I have to remind myself all the time that people are more concerned with how they look than with how I look or what I am wearing. Self love is a challenge every day.
It totally is, but it is SUCH an important lesson/challenge to take on everyday, if you can tolerate it. Thanks so much for your sweet comment!
DeleteAgreed, you're stunning! I can completely empathize with the nerves around putting up style posts, but hey, you've definitely hit it out of the ballpark here. I'm loving your Marc Jacobs purse and that scarf (and dyinggg that I can't have the exact same one).
ReplyDeleteAww, thank you!! You're so sweet. That handbag was such a lovely anniversary present from my sweet husband. He did good!
DeleteI love that you did another style post! You are so cute. As is your outfit - I love that it's simple (totally my style) but has special elements in the gorgeous scarf and the super great flats and your fabulous curls. And way to put yourself out there, girl - and inspiring us all to practice more self love.
ReplyDeleteYou inspire me, Anne! You style posts are awesome, and I learn so much from you participating in the style blogging community like you do!
DeleteLove it, Love your colors. Love you.
ReplyDeleteHiya Anne,
ReplyDeleteI came across your blog via the Alt Summit Class. Just wanted to say I love these photos of you. So fun - they made me smile.
x Elena @ Randomly Happy
Thanks Elena! I'm so glad you found me! I love Alt, and this is one of the reasons why. Get us bloggers connected!
DeleteI love your moves showcased in this last photo! Awesome!
ReplyDeleteYou are so cute! You've got a gorgeous smile. I love this outfit... I'd wear it. :)
ReplyDeletexo Alanna