I was editing some of my blog outfit pics the other day and thought about the masses of outfit pics I've posted since I had started blogging a few years ago. It's been a lot of outfits. A lot of pics of myself. Out there. For all the world to see.
Which is a major change from my younger days where I made a point to avoid the camera as possible. The years between junior high and college? It was almost like I hadn't existed since there is so little photo evidence. When we had family pics, I was usually the last one to join the group. When friends whipped out cameras, I duck and dove out of the way.
I did this mostly because I had major self-confidence issues at the time, but now that I'm older, I can't help but to think of the lost moments that haven't been captured and that only reside in fading memory. So one good thing that has come out of my blogging? I take a lot of photos now. Of myself, of life. And if someone wants to take a photo of me? I may still be kind of awkward, but I won't duck.
Jacket: J.Crew (worn here - sim, deal, with the fur)
Shirt: LEC (worn here - sim, deal)
Jeans: J.Crew destroyed matchstick (worn here - pricey, sim, sim)
Belt: JCF wide calf hair (worn here - sim, sim)
Necklace: J.Crew fan fringe (worn here - sim darker, different colors, sim-ish)
Bracelet: J.Crew tortoise & turquoise (worn here - sim, sim, pricey)
Rings: F21 (sim, sim)
Shoes: Zara cap-toe court (worn here - sim, t-strap, pricey)
Bag: Fossil austin (worn here - same colorblock or wallet, sim, steal)
I love this jacket! It looks so great against the leopard print belt.
ReplyDeleteI love how you mixed the camo and leopard prints together! Blogging is a great way to document your life through photos...and Instagram of course!
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I get a little uneasy sometimes about the number of photos I take of myself, I feel like it's way too narcissistic. But then that passes and I'm just like, go with it. Whatever. :)
ReplyDeleteI love that necklace, I have to get myself a knockoff of it from Etsy soon. :)
Ha, I was exactly the same way. In all of my school photos I was always at the back trying to hide behind someone. Blogging has definitely helped me become more comfortable in front of the camera, though I still prefer taking photos for others :P
ReplyDeleteI have always been a ham. And so are my kids. And so is my dad. We are a weird lot.
ReplyDeleteIt is so very vain to have so many photos of oneself, but there is the whole capturing yourself for future generations that is alluring. I have many photos of my long gone ancestors and I am so glad to have them...from a historical perspective and a sentimental perspective.
In other words, take those photos and don't duck!
If nothing else, it is great to have a record of how my style has changed over the years. Plus I just take more pics in general now, which is great for capturing the moments of life.
DeleteI used to be blinks in all my pictures, blogging has definitely helped that. Love th outfit, this camo is perfection!
ReplyDeleteYeah, I used to look like a robot in my early pics. Hand on hip, stand still, no blinks, that's it.
DeleteLove the subtle print mixing. I have been blogging for over a year now and I am still so uncomfortable in front of a camera. Have a great weekend!
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I need to take more photos of myself, especially with my kids. There is very little photographic evidence that I was their mother :) Part of the issue is I am always behind the camera and I never like documenting post baby body/hair/dark under eye circles...but that is real life. Maybe I won't duck so much...
ReplyDeleteI love the fan necklace with the camo. I am totally afraid of camo. I grew up in a big hunting area, so I can not think of camo for anything that is fashion and not hunting. I am afraid I will look to Duck Dynasty in it.:)
I know what you mean about camo. I won't wear it if we're going to be somewhere more rural or where there may be actual military - I can't help but to feel like I'm a poser sometimes! But camo as print, I really love it!
DeleteThat is so great. I love how blogging helps us with things in unexpected ways. I've never had a problem having my picture taken and it always made me sad when people didn't like to see themselves on film. I'm glad you've lost your camera shyness!
ReplyDeleteLoving this outfit on ya girl. I gotta say one of the pieces I miss wearing most is a good white button up shirt. Now that I'm getting closer & closer to the finish line I'm getting excited to wear my old clothes again!
Have a GREAT weekend!
I hope you're being appropriately spoiled!
DeleteI've never been shy about taking pics but it was VERY awkward when I first started blogging. I used to always look down and now I smile at the camera like "he" is my friend. =) Love this outfit. I need to wear my camo jacket more often!
ReplyDeleteXOXO, Jenn
The Stylish Housewife
Same here! And I think I still have camera shyness--as ironic as that is. My husband still wants to take my blog photos and I won't let him because I feel way too awkward. I was trying to find pictures of myself pregnant with my other kiddos the other day for comparison and there were only two pregnant photos of myself in all three of my pregnancies--one taken by me right before my daughter was born and one taken at about 4 months pregnant with my younger son at my older son's birthday party.
ReplyDeleteI love the camo jacket Lisa!
I think I've mentioned it on your blog, but when someone offers to take blog photos of me for me, I kind of clam up. Weird huh.
DeleteGreat casual outfit! I really like the camo and leopard together. I too have thought about how many pictures there are of me floating around now, it's a big change for me!
ReplyDeleteGreat post :) I agree that it's an odd thing being a fashion blogger and having so many pictures taken of yourself. I am still very camera shy, and I'm definitely not a model! But it's great to be able to document life doing something we love (wearing pretty clothes). :)
ReplyDeleteI agree - if nothing else, I've given myself a nice recap of outfit combos!
DeleteThis is a great jacket on you, Lisa! Taking photos of yourself can definitely be uncomfortable at first, but how wonderful that it has helped you to overcome shyness! around cameras! =)
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I'm still apt to look goofy more than serious when someone whips out their camera or phone!
DeleteLisa,i love the combo of camo and desroyed boyfriend jeans!
ReplyDeleteA lot of pictures of myself out there... this sounded scary :)
ReplyDeleteI like your pattern mix here, and of course the JCrew necklace.
I know - that's partly why I pretty much keep quiet about the rest of my life. I'm public but still private, you know.
DeleteGreat outfit. You look fabulous!
ReplyDeleteYou are gorgeous. I'm glad you gained confidence in yourself to share your daily dose of fahsion with us!
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Blogging has also helped me step outside of my comfort zone with trying new styles. I guess I am a blog advocate!
DeleteThat is the same with me. I HATED having my photo taken. Blogging has been my therapy to get over that.
ReplyDeleteThis is just a great mix of eclectic pieces all coming together to look like they were meant to be. Great outfit.
bisous
Suzanne
love the mix of prints!
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I can sooo relate! I have a huge chunk of my life only existing in unreliable human memory! :D And now I have more photos of myself than I know what to do with. Hahaha!
ReplyDeleteAbi
www.TheBelatedBloomer.com
I know! Honestly I did a whole lot of stuff in high school but can't remember most of it now, haha, and have no photographic evidence of it!
DeleteBlogging is a fabulous way of documenting outfits and one's life. So glad you're comfortable with it. You do a great job!
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Aw, thanks, Kim!
DeleteGreat look!
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute jacket!
ReplyDeleteI've never exactly loved the camera either. I think blogging is actually a really good exercise for me--it forces me to post pictures of myself, despite my body image issues and camera shyness.
Same for me! Strangely posting pics of myself in outfits on the Internet has def helped my body issues and overall shyness. It's kind of like at some point it finally hit my brain that I may not look like Cindy Crawford, but I look normal, and normal is OK.
DeleteLove the fan fringe necklace with the camo jacket. I would have never thought of this combo, but it totally works. I can't agree more that blogging is a great way to force yourself to take more pictures of yourself and life in general. I also want to be able to look back at what I wore in my "younger days" when I am 80 and laugh at the styles I thought were cool... although maybe they'll be back by then!
ReplyDeleteShoot, sometimes I look back to what I wore a month ago and was like "WTF?!"
DeleteLove everything about this look!
ReplyDeleteI've never liked having my picture taken. Especially with the old school film cameras. Still not like my picture taken (hard to believe haha). But at least it's easy to click 'delete'...all the crazy pictures be gone ;)
Editing my own pics and being able to delete the unflattering ones - yes and yes!
DeleteLove the camo jacket, even tho' I confess when you said "I won't duck," my mind wandered to Duck Dynasty, which I've never watched, but I saw an article where they started a clothing line, and well, that's where my mind wanders sometimes lol. You are so photogenic and stylish - I'm glad you are now taking lots of photos and sharing them with your fans!
ReplyDeleteOh Duck Dynasty, for a while I loved that show - those guys are funny!
DeleteI hate having pictures taken by DMV or public offices like that, because I become "camera angry", however, when my sons or my boyfriend take pictures of me, I am relaxed and I can't help to smile most of the times. You look wonderful in your pictures my dear and your outfit is very chic and I love how you wear your camo jacket.
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Oh we can't even discuss my license or passport pics. It like the photo timers were set to "as unflattering as possible."
DeleteWow I love how this jacket looks on you Lisa!! It's so chic!!
ReplyDeleteI've had a similar photo evolution. I've always taken pictures of myself and with friends, but I used to just ham it up because if I was being intentionally silly, it didn't matter if I looked terrible. But now I can take more serious pictures and pose with more confidence without feeling completely ridiculous or vain.
ReplyDeleteAs usual, you've built an awesome outfit out of such surprising and seemingly mismatched pieces. That blingin' statement necklace with the camo jacket and leopard belt looks completely fab! I really do take notes from you, miss Lisa!
:-) Liz
You and me, we're on the same wavelength, girl. Good thing we've both matured, ha! ;o)
Deletewow i love your look,especially your necklace!
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Well, well... I dislike camouflage, but you just made me like this outfit.
ReplyDeleteGreetje
I totally get it, camo print is not for everyone. For some reason, I really like the print, but it's not something I would wear a lot of!
DeleteYou did make it work very well as I am usually not kind to camo (neither to socks in pumps.... a woman can have a chip or two on her shoulder, can't she?).
DeleteI am trying to figure out why I like it, but it is elegant alright.
If that is so....then you've definitely blossomed into a chic & confident young lady....kudos to that Lisa!!!
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You are one fabulous lady! You are gorgeous girl! You have great style! Love this look!
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Oh, I love this effortless chic look! You are a star my dear! You surely came a long way when it comes to camera shy.. :)
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I was the same when I was younger - hated being in photos!
ReplyDeleteUntil you reach a point in life when you go to look back at photos for memories, and find so little of you with your loved ones. Definitely made me more open to getting in front of the camera more, and drove me to take more photos! :)
Away From The Blue
You wear that Masculine Camouflage Jacket to perfection with beautiful, colorful jewelry and a little bit of prints mixing. Love the belt, necklace & bracelet. =)
ReplyDeleteMore often than not, you get a blurry hand when you try to get a pic of me. Love this outfit, will need to dig out my jacket if it doesn't get too cold to wear. Or, will remember when it warms up!
ReplyDeleteI like the contrasts of the camo and the bright jewelry!
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