It’s time for another edition of Ask Catherine! As always you can leave me a comment with your question or ask on Facebook.
What sparked your interest in starting a blog?
I felt left out. All the fashion bloggers were skinner than me and richer than me and lived in big cities with ample thrifting/shopping opportunities. I exaggerate slightly, but that’s honestly how it started. I didn’t think there was anyone out there in my situation, and I wanted to let my voice be heard. And outfits be seen.
I notice you always are wearing these cute flats…(sometimes outfits demand them!). How do you do it in the cold and snowy days of Indiana? Do you have a rule, like, if it’s 30 degrees or under it’s a no-go? Some secret warmth shield?
I have to laugh when answering this question – because my secret weapon is possibly the ugliest thing I wear. Are you ready for these beauties?
Bam. Hose socks. You’re welcome.
I don’t like the look of socks with flats. I just can’t pull it off. So on days when it’s too cold, I whip out my trust ole hose socks. The illusion of bare feet without the frostbite – that should be their slogan. You can buy them by the box (and that should be your first clue as to how awesome these are). Also, despite what your grandmother does, do NOT wear these with open toes. God bless you, Grandma, that was always your favorite look.
If it’s TOO snowy/icy/cold, I usually wear Uggs or Merrells in to the office and bring my work shoes in my bag. My friend Caitlin is a HUGE fan of my Merrells and will be getting a pair as a gift someday.
What is your fave part about blogging? What’s the hardest part? Has your style been affected by blogging?
My favorite part is the interaction with others – whether it’s a friend, coworker or fellow blogger who has read something I’ve written and wants to talk about it. Every Facebook like, Tweet and comment is so valued. I think my style has been challenged, but not changed. I’ve always been a slightly over-the-top, pink-loving, every-outfit-must-be-perfect kind of girl.
The hardest part has to be the comparisons I make with other bloggers – usually negatively. There’s nothing wrong with being inspired, but I hate it that I compare my budget, my size or my outfits to others. It’s a constant challenge to fight that black hole.
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I am loving your blog!!! Thanks for the tip on the hose socks. Do you prefer a specific color? When I buy mine they are usually way too tan in color for me, even if the package reads ‘nude’.
Oh my god, I completely feel you on constantly comparing myself with other bloggers. It can be so hard to fight that urge.
So happy I found your blog, lovely style and thoughtfully written posts, will definitely be back for more
xx
Carina
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I know exactly what you mean, socks with flats doesn’t work for me either. I can’t seem to do hose socks though– my feet just get to cold in the winter! I feel like there are months and months when all I wear are boots.
I hate the comparison thing. That definitely is the hardest part of blogging. But there’s so many good things, especially the supportive community! You get to meet so many great girls
love the hose socks haha we used to be required to wear those to work!
-Jessi
haircutandgeneralattitude.blogspot.com
Hose socks – great idea to keep your toesies warm on cold days!
Thanks, Catherine! Excellent suggestion. Still aching for Spring, though. Also, I really, really enjoy your blog. It’s always interesting and has inspired me to have much more fun with what I wear. Don’t go too far down that black hole cause you’ve got it goin’ on!
Ah! Those hose socks are just brilliant! And I hear ya on the comparison – I always think… what am I doing? There are so many bloggers who have a bigger following, have a bigger budget and are prettier.. why do we do that to ourselves???
XO
http://www.whiterosesandcoffee.com/
Hose socks! I want some
And I agree, the best part of blogging is definitely the interactions with others. The community is so supportive and friendly!
Haha, that is so smart to wear the hose socks! If it’s too cold, I just won’t take photos haha.
I do the same thing about comparing myself to other bloggers. I try not to, but sometimes it’s hard!
-Sharon
The Tiny Heart
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Hi Catherine! (btw, one of my all time favorite names and they way it is spelled is “correct”, huh?) I’m Renae that is also a sponsor for Sharon’s Tiny Heart. Just thought I would get to know you and introduce my silly self to you now. Well, instead of tomorrow during the GIVEAWAY. So hi, ! The reason I am silly is because I am in my 2nd teenage-hood (not childhood) lately. I am blogging with gals that could be my daughters mostly. I turned 60 last month so I bet I am older than your parents. But I LOVE IT HERE. I do! Blogging is the best. It rocks my socks, speaking of socks. hahahaha.
I”m so happy to meet you, Renae! Thank you SO much for visiting my blog! I think the best thing about the blogging community is that we have room for EVERYONE! Glad you are here!
Oh my gosh the blogging black hole feels inescapable sometimes. Try as I might there are always those moments when i think “I bet I’d have more readers if I was as _______ as she is”… it’s so hard to avoid, especially when you feel like you put so much out there and don’t really get what you were hoping for back.
So glad you’re doing this feature Catherine! PS those hose socks are sexy!
I love this post. And I’m a proud hosiery wearer. Mostly because it’s in the dress code for me. I rock the hose.