But I have promises to keep...
And miles to go before I sleep...
And miles to go before I sleep...
So I just got back from a business trip and it was such a revealing experience as a new blogger. I wasn't able to post as frequently as I wanted to, in addition I felt like the posts I did add weren't as dynamic as I like them to be. It's due to many things, the room, the camera, the computer - all of which contributed to the same outcome. So what's a girl to do... well I've come up with some tips to help me on future trips.
1) Never leave home without your camera. I know, this should be a no-brainer. My camera isn't that big - it's not a fancy professional camera, it's just a point and shoot digital. I have no idea why I didn't bring it - I just figured my cell phone camera would suffice. I apologize in advance for the quality of the pics in this post. I promise I've learned my lesson.
2) Not all hotels are created equal. Let me explain; I stayed at the same hotel that I normally stay at, and I will admit that my room this time had some quirks like mirror location (as you'll see in my photos), but lighting and space to take pictures are all important to a fashion blogger. I have already made changes to my hotel selection for upcoming trips!
3) Not all computers are created equal. I am a Mac girl. I have a MacBook, an Iphone, an Ipod (before I got the phone), and as soon as it comes out, an IPad second generation. But since I was traveling on business I decided to just bring my work laptop (IBM). Now the IBM is great for work, but not so great for uploading, cropping, posting, and just general blogging. Unfortunately I really don't want to lug around a second laptop when I travel, and rumor has it the Ipad second generation won't be available until May. What's a blog-girl to do? Tip number 4...
4) Plan blogs ahead. If I am going to create the posts that you wonderful ladies deserve I can't do it on an IBM, so I'm going to have to plan/write some of my posts ahead of time. Even if it's a general idea/topic and the pictures are added later. This way I feel confident in the fact that I will be able to post at least every other day with a substantial installation on "A Mile". And if I have time (seriously it took forever!) to finagle with the IBM I can add additional posts.
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J. Crew Skirt
Nordstrom Private Label turtelneck sweater
Sam Edelman Boots |
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| Hue Tights |
Yes - I am in a closet. Why? It is plainly obvious that a woman didn't design this room because the mirror is on the back of the closet door. So in order to use it I had to walk in the closet, close the door, and pray the picture gods were on my side. The lighting was awful!
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| American Eagle Necklace |
I couldn't bring myself to get back into that closet, so on day two I tried a method I'd seen Kimmie, from
The Kimmie Chromicals, use on her blog. Still, the lighting leaves much to be desired.
American Eagle Cardigan
J. Crew Long Sleeve Button-up
Kenneth Cole Skirt
Hue Tights
Sam Edelman Boots
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| Lia Sophia Necklace |
What is your experience with travel and blogging? Any tips you can share??
There's nothing like am evening with friends - beautiful night, great outfit, red cup in hand :o) We're headed out to take the water taxi to dinner and maybe a few bars. I had to break out my new TJ Maxx find - My Sam Edelman shoes are my new best friend. I had actually bought a similar pair from the Nordstrom Rack 5 months ago - they were slingback and I felt that they were too delicate for my large foot so back to the store they went and I never had a second though about them. That is until I was shopping at my local TJs for Christmas presents and came across these. One, TJs never, and I mean never, has my size. As you know I wear a size 12, so they either don't have a selection, or the shoes they do have are made for an 80 year old woman with foot problems. No offense to 80 year old women with orthopedic issues, but that's just not me. So I had to try these on when I saw them - 3 women told me to buy them! Who am I to say no! That being said wearing these makes me about 6'2", lol. But hey, a girl likes to be noticed!
