I am excited to announce my newest addition to my blog. I am going to do features on different bloggers that I really enjoy and that I read daily. For my first feature, I would like to introduce Louise from Coffee and a Cardigan. She is super friendly, really sweet and has a wonderful blog.
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| My Favorite Dress by Coffee and a Cardigan |
1. When & Why did you start blogging?
I started my personal style blog in July 2010. I was having trouble getting dressed in the morning, in desperate need of a creative outlet, and I wanted to be a part of the blogging community. I also wanted to be a somewhat rare size ten presence in the blogosphere.
2. Describe your blog. What is your ultimate goal that you wish to achieve through your blog?
Coffee & a Cardigan is my style blog that features what I wear everyday. Amidst the daily sartorial ensembles, you’ll find recipes, pranks, hot beverages, miscellany, and a touch of good-natured sarcasm. I live in a little Bavarian village nestled in the heart of Oregon’s Willamette Valley, so you’ll find local touches as well. I want my blog to be a friendly and cozy place that anyone can come to. I want my readers to feel beautiful, loved, and wanted. I don’t care about your shape, size, color, popularity status, etc. Just know that you are beautiful.
3. Where are your favorite places to shop? Why?
I worked at Gap for five years, and it’s still my go-to place for basics and great denim. Some habits can’t be broken! I also shop at thrift shops, Amazon, Urban Outfitters, antique fairs, and Anthropologie. But… I buy cheap. I mean really, really, cheap. I love a good deal, and I have trained myself well! I now know the difference between buying something inexpensive because you love/need it and buying something inexpensive because it’s inexpensive. I learned the hard way on that one.
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| Here, Sailor by Coffee and a Cardigan |
4. How do you put together your outfits?
I dress depending on my mood. Sometimes I want to dress vintage, or trendy, or sloppy, or chic. I do not have a style that I adhere to. I love the freedom in that. Sometimes I just see something in my closet that squeaks, “Wear me!” Am I the only one whose clothing squeaks at them?
5. Who/What is your biggest style influence?
Emily Martin from The Black Apple, hands down. Right after I had my baby girl, I discovered her website and ogled it for days. (I credit Emily and the music of Adele for single-handedly pulling me out of postpartum depression.) I see her around Portland sometimes, and she’s as cute and quirky as can be! I get a lot of inspiration from old movies, too. Ginger Rogers, Jean Arthur, and Judy Garland a few women I admire.
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| Glockenspieling – ja by Coffee and a Cardigan |
6. What is some advice you would give to the fashion blogger just starting out?
You know that obnoxious advice your mom gave you when you wanted that boy to like you? “Just be yourself.” I just threw up a little while typing that. Unfortunately, it’s true. Also, don’t take yourself too seriously. Have fun! Keep your blog limited to a simple color scheme. Update your sidebar information frequently. Leave thoughtful comments on other blogs. Get back to those who comment on yours. Don’t sweat the numbers. Only blog if you love it and if it helps you become a better, more loving person. Oh, and avoid emoticons. 
I’d like to thank Louise for her time and her interest, and for being my first blog feature! Please go and check out her blog, she really is fantastic.
WHAT IS LOUISE ON ABOUT, EMOTICONS ARE BRILLIANT. o__o
That said, I love this feature! I love Louise’s blog, and it’s great to read her answers to your questions. I’ll definitely be reading more of your blog now!
this was such a lovely post! i have been reading her blog for a while now and really like her style. im glad this has led me to you blog
BM
thebohemiangods.blogspot.com
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Hi Kirstin Marie! So nice of you to do features on different Bloggers, I should do that more often. Is your Blog turning 2 yrs? Congrats! Mine is hmm, 2 yrs and 9 weeks now:-)well..it goes quickly when your having fun..Big Hugs and have a really Happy New Year! xoxox Alice
Thank you for the feature, Kirstin! I am excited for your other featured bloggers!
Oh how I LOVE posts like this as I’m always so interested in learning more about my fellow bloggers! And did you see those cute blue lace tights?? Love ‘em!
Happy Thursday Darling! xo
Oh, and I’m having a perfume giveaway if you’re interested!
Great interview!! (:
Very nice post dear!!!))) Lovely blog.
I love Louise!! Thanks for featuring her!!
Love this feature! I love her answers, she seems so quirky and nice! Her outfits are adorable!
Long time reader, first time commenter. Thanks for showing us some other interesting blogs. Love the format and the interesting content.
What a great feature! I am a single mother so it’s nice to see other women who are moms and bloggers as well, and still have personal style blogs
Sarah Jane R.
Good feature, and I love the outfits!
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http://www.ladyofashion.com
Yay for more size 10′s in the blogosphere! I was beginning to think I was one of the few.
wauw what a nice post!! I’ll be checking out her blog, you made me curious :p
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lifeisroyalty.blogspot.com
I love the feature. She has a great blog that I am definitely going to check out.
♥Stolen Stiletto