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Despite the fact that some think that fashion blogger is just a hobby or something fun, for me it is my "passion"
I have been a founder, as well as fashion editor for The Equinox Fashion blog for about two years already and I can see lots of opportunity to grow in the future. People ask me a broad range of questions HOW I am going to make it but because of "trust" which makes me sitting here and sharing my road of success to you guys. Believe me nothing comes very easily yet you can do it if you put much effort in it.
I have started my blog when I was 22 years old, yes two years ago when I just resigned from being a content writer for German e-commerce company. However, I still had no idea what to do after, so I had decided to apply for being a freelance writer for online fashion magazine called "Fashion Studio Magazine" and yes I got the job. I had been a fashion assistance for magazine's founder for three months until I quited again (yes again) Just think about it 22 years old girl with a few working experience in fashion industry "What am I going to do with my life.." That's what I had asked myself for a while. Then I founded out about blogging stuff. I just surfed through the online sphere how people start or make it success with their blogs. So I have made up my mind to create my blog named as "The Equinox Fashion"
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But how can I have the collaborations with brands and press? I've initiated by calling those brands myself. The reason why I called them because I wanted to do a store review and that's it. I'd done the review brands by brands, also updated my outfit of the day posts and Lookbook.nu at the same time. Just keep doing that to reach more traffic and get to know other people too. Reading every comment, replying back as much as i can since I feel grateful that they visit my blog, so I need to make some interactions not just leave those comments to be just a comment (if you know what i mean) My life's totally changed on September since I decided to send a resume to participate in London Fashion Week 2013 in London, and I was accepted so what I was waiting for!? "When the opportunity is right in front of you, just take it and take it now!" During my time in London, I also tried to reach more brands including local and international designers. And the more you do, the more you can make it. Therefore, I have received good feedback from them together with 8 brands collaborations in only two months.
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It's not easy but it's not that hard to take it seriously too. Just remember to have your own "voice" and don't let the brands or people consume you. You need to be yourself, that's how you make the blog successful.
Hope it can be some sort of inspiration to you guys :)
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Also, I have just launched my ebay account for those who interest in my items (Shipping worldwide). Please feel free to check out and message me anytime at http://www.ebay.co.uk/usr/frommyinspirationtoyourwardrobes
It's great to read your story, Gail. Kudos to you for doing what you love. Don't let the naysayers ever tell you otherwise.
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I know because sometimes brands or people expect "us" to do what they want and that's something we fashion bloggers have to aware of. To raise your own voice and collaborate with them not just let them take over yours. Thank you so much Jackie :)
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Thank you so much Marija, and you too girl :)
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Well done for being so successful! I look forward to many more years of your blog running xx
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love your post! just the inspiration i needed thanks heaps:3 i can see you've put a lot of effort into your blog and thats why its such an amazing blog!
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DeleteYay, you go girl! This is such an inspiring post, I can really feel your passion shining through. I also love how you stay true to yourself, I think I'm the same! Love your style too doll :) Congrats on your success - so well deserved, wishing you the best for the future, Aimee xx
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DeleteThis is such an inspiring post! I think I am in the same position as you were before! I have people asking me what I want to be and I always answer with education, psychology, accountent just to give an answer. I personally would love to do something fashion / beauty related but get scared to b/c it is seen as less than other jobs! Congrats on your success and thanks for sharing with us your story!
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When I was a kid I told people that I wanted to be this to be that but in the end you will be able to find what you really love to do right! Best wishes to you Mandy :)
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DeleteThanks for sharing your experience in blogging. I also feel grateful for every visit and comment left. Also, I love reading comments! They give me new ideas which I end up researching and then I might come up with a new post at the end of it. Just curious if you are able to make a living from blogging yet?
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I think comments are really good feedback for us you know. And now I've been collaborating with brands so I have received clothes and etc. Some pay for a blog post as well. For a living now? no. But soon to make it for a living. Let say now I do it because my passion, then money comes after <3
DeleteGreat words. I know the feeling. When does a person become a "fashion blogger" anyway? Posting a few photos? Being internationally recognized? It's pretty much whatever you define it to be.
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Awww what a sweet read lovely. Love that you have a passion for this, keep up the great work and continue to do what you love!
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DeleteThanks for sharing this Gail, it's super inspiring! ^^ I'm so happy that you've found your passion and that your blog has grown so much!
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I am glad this post inspires you babe :)
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Well done babes, You have inspired me a lot! Congrats to all these success. Great things are yet to come.
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I really love this post! I'm going through something like that right now, wondering what i should do with my life, you know? Blogging here in Brazil is seem as shallow and silly, and it's a hard thing to fight... Other than that my blog takes a lot of my time, and i would love to blog full time. Any advices? ;)
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You know blogger stuff seems to be really invisible in Bangkok, Thailand, however, if you really put your heart and passion in it, I think it always be a good drive to your goal. Just keep doing it, find what makes you happy the most. You've already had many followers from LB, so that really helpful!
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Two years for u, how wonderful Gail :) I loved reading this post, it was personal & optimistic! I love ur determination the most!
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Such an inspiring post dear! You have worked hard and you deserve all the success and collaborations you gained so far and much more! It's definitely not an easy road and I love the tips you gave at the end. There are some things that we have to keep in mind and I believe you are doing a great job! Wishing you even better opportunities for the future!
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Congrats dear, it was wonderful reading about your experience and blog story.
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Congrats! Sounds like you have come such a long way! Blogging does take dedication and lots of time! Loved reading about your journey!
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It's so inspirational to read this, how you've come so far with your blog! I hope you'll get some amazing opportunities in the future cause you totally deserve it!
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