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Are blogs supposed to be kept a secret from certain people?

Honestly, I am not sure if there’s really an answer to that question. For me though, up until recently, only certain people in my life were aware that I kept a blog. I didn’t intentionally keep it a secret, but if someone isn’t familiar with the concept, it can sound a bit strange. I mean, try explaining to someone who’s never seen a fashion blog what it is. “I have a page on the internet where I post a bunch of selfies and sometimes, what I ate or did on the weekend. It’s totally cool though, there’s a huge community of blogger’s out there.”

* crickets *

For that reason, this blog wasn’t something I spoke about too much at work. I mentioned it here and there, but no one really asked questions. Until, last week.

As I mentioned recently, I just bought myself a DSLR camera (which I’m absolutely loving!!) and I’ve been excited to use it and make this blog better. Even though I’m waiting on the camera bag I ordered to arrive, I decided to bring it to work the other day.

I managed to sneak out of the office without anyone noticing, but then I came back and everyone was eating lunch. They looked at me, holding this massive camera and a tripod and asked me what on earth I was doing.

Ummm….. Busted???? Luckily, I work with a creative bunch, so I think they get it.

On another note, I was excited to re-kindle my love affair with this blazer. I bought it a few years ago, but for some reason, I think it will get more wear this year than it did in the past. Maybe I’m just more “sophisticated” this year. Or older. Let’s stick with sophisticated, shall we?






Outfit Details:
Blazer – Gap (old)
Tank – Urban Outfitters (hello, $7.00 on sale)
Jeggings – !iT Jeans
Booties – Arturo Chiang via The Bay
Purse – Roots
Spiked Bracelet – Stella & Dot

Side note – I chopped off some hair and dyed it darker for fall. So glad I did, looking back at these pictures!

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Comments

  1. Ashleigh says

    You will come and go with the blazer, but because it’s so classic it will probably never leave it’s lovely home with you.
    I tried explaining my blog to my Grandma. *smh.* Now I let my adorable kiddos do the talking. They tell people I model online lol.
    -Ash
    http://www.thestylizedwannabe.com

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    • Jackie says

      HA – that’s a good one! If I told people I model on line, there’s no way they’d believe that one, since I’m a whopping 5′ 1″. It probably sounds more convincing from the kiddos 🙂

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  2. Erin Brown says

    I am first of all loving your hair in these pictures! I didn’t tell a lot of people about my blog because I was worried about being judged or thought of as conceited. More and more I stopped caring what people thought because I realized I loved blogging and how it was a great creative outlet for me. My friend Amanda was the one who helped me get everything started!

    XO,
    http://sororitygirlintherealworld.blogspot.com/

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    • Jackie says

      Thanks, but now the hair is totally different! These photos are one of the reasons I thought to change it. We’re our worst critics, right?

      It’s awesome that Amanda helped push you towards blogging, especially because you love it so much!

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  5. Deborah says

    Haha I totally know what you mean! I work in politics in Washington, DC. If I told anyone I work with that I have a fashion blog, people would think I was being a silly little girl.
    Your top look so cute with that blazer! Great outfit! :]

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    • Jackie says

      I can definitely see your colleagues being a bit ehhh on the concept. I work with a creative group and still felt that way.

      Thanks so much!!

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  8. Nikki says

    OMG I just recently discovered that just about all of my co-workers know about my blog!! I just didn’t discuss it. I knew one girl knew because she found it through my etsy shop but then my boss said something to me one day about being a fashion blogger… I was a little mortified but I have since recovered.
    Love this look! And I love it when I find something hiding in my closet that I haven’t worn in a long time (and sometimes have forgotten about). It is like getting something new and seeing an old friend all at the same time!

    Nikki
    thefashionablewife.com

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    • Jackie says

      NOOOO!!! I too would have been a little bit freaked out, but I’m glad to hear you’ve since moved on! LOL

      Yes – I often compare finding a hidden hem in the closet to rekindling an old friendship 🙂

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  11. silvergirl says

    what a great look for fall
    LOL, most people thought I had lost my mind when they found out I had a fashion blog, I think some still think that HA
    Brett

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  12. Larissa says

    Hey dear!
    Just found your super cute blog! Love that blazer you are wearing!
    Let me know if you like to follow each other 🙂

    xx

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  15. Linda B says

    Haha aw man, the moment of explaining you have a fashion blog is always so complicated! I usually avoid telling people about it because I live in such a small town, people don’t get it.
    Love your blazer and chic outfit girl!

    The Dragonfruit Diaries

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  17. Marlen says

    hahah totally busted! for the first 6 months i was the same way- i felt kind of weird letting people i knew know i had a fashion blog. I think the whole concept of taking pictures of your outfit was weird to them haha. but then it started becoming more and more important to me so i decided to let everyone know. and it definitely helps you work with creatives- theyre more open minded about that 🙂 and cant wait to see you with darker locks 😉

    xo marlen
    Messages on a Napkin

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    • Jackie says

      It’s actually a very strange concept, so I totally understand why people that aren’t familiar with fashion blogs find it a little….odd.

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    • Jackie says

      It’s definitely a purchase I’m super happy with. I like to think of it as an ‘investment’ piece to help get over the sticker shock.

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  21. Giovanna says

    Cute look! Loving that blazer! I totally know what you mean about keeping my blog secret. I seriously have a group who knows about my blog and a group that doesn’t. I tend to keep it away from my “real” life on fb. Don’t really know why. Maybe I should integrate it! hahah

    xx
    Giovanna
    http://www.HeyLoveBlog.com

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  24. shopandtwirl.com says

    Most of my co-workers know about my blog, and when I tell my blog friends that, they all think that is super weird! My coworkers are all super supportive and really into my blog though, so I’m sure you’ll have a great response.

    Love that blazer! Definitely a great find!

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