Jumpsuit: Zara
Heels: Steve Madden
Watch: Motorola
Isn’t it normal to frolick around with
flowers, giant lollypops and balloons in the middle of the day? For Helena Glazer Hodne of
Brooklyn Blonde – why yes, yes it is.
This past week, we were chosen to shoot for Motrola’s #MotoShoot, by famous fashion photographer, Justin Campbell – shot on the Moto X Pure Edition 21 megapixel camera alongside Helena. Once I found out that I was going to have the
opportunity to chat with one of my favorite bloggers, I immediately ran to my
computer and began typing up a list of questions I wanted to ask her. Helena was nice enough to answer all of
my questions and bestow some of her invaluable blogging wisdom onto us and I
want to share it with you all!
flowers, giant lollypops and balloons in the middle of the day? For Helena Glazer Hodne of
Brooklyn Blonde – why yes, yes it is.
This past week, we were chosen to shoot for Motrola’s #MotoShoot, by famous fashion photographer, Justin Campbell – shot on the Moto X Pure Edition 21 megapixel camera alongside Helena. Once I found out that I was going to have the
opportunity to chat with one of my favorite bloggers, I immediately ran to my
computer and began typing up a list of questions I wanted to ask her. Helena was nice enough to answer all of
my questions and bestow some of her invaluable blogging wisdom onto us and I
want to share it with you all!
Quality Over Quantity
For most of us, blogging is a second job
that we end up squeezing into the wee hours of the morning, or surrender over our precious Friday nights. Sometimes keeping up
with everything can really begin to be just too much to juggle and the quality of posts can be effected. Helena mentioned that at times she published posts she was not that happy with for the sole sake of
producing content. She emphasized the importance quality content over the quantity and the effect it can have over website traffic.
that we end up squeezing into the wee hours of the morning, or surrender over our precious Friday nights. Sometimes keeping up
with everything can really begin to be just too much to juggle and the quality of posts can be effected. Helena mentioned that at times she published posts she was not that happy with for the sole sake of
producing content. She emphasized the importance quality content over the quantity and the effect it can have over website traffic.
Update in Real Time
When it comes to maintaining Instagram, we
switch off between Iphone photos and camera shots. I asked Helena about the importance of posing hi-resolution
images to socials however she mentioned she noticed that photos she takes using her @Motorola are sometimes more popular as she is updating
her followers in real time. It is
important to have a good balance of shoot shots as well as real-time social
updates with just using a phone camera.
switch off between Iphone photos and camera shots. I asked Helena about the importance of posing hi-resolution
images to socials however she mentioned she noticed that photos she takes using her @Motorola are sometimes more popular as she is updating
her followers in real time. It is
important to have a good balance of shoot shots as well as real-time social
updates with just using a phone camera.
Find Your Edge
The world of blogging has become overly
saturated and the market is much harder to break into now then it was 5 years
ago. It is important to find your
“edge” and really point out what makes you, and your blog different.
saturated and the market is much harder to break into now then it was 5 years
ago. It is important to find your
“edge” and really point out what makes you, and your blog different.
While some of these might seem a bit self-explanatory, it’s great to be reminded and heard verbalized by one of the top bloggers in the industry. With the start of New York Fashion Week and the craziness that will soon cummence, this shoot and meeting Helena came at the perfect time to get that little push I needed!
What an awesome opportunity – and these photos are too cute! Congrats!
Kacie
RegallySoled.com
Thank you so much Kacie! It was a blast!
Aww, you look amazing! Helena is amazing, she just gives such sage advice! Yes! Quality over quantity all the time! Haha <3
xx Bash | Hey Bash | bloglovin'
She is my favorite blogger, I am so happy I got to meet her!
What a great opportunity and I love your outfits! That advice is really useful and I definitely agree with it 🙂
Pop over to my blog!
Sarah
https://everydayconcepts.wordpress.com
I will for sure check out your blog!
I would have totally jumped at that opportunity, too! These pictures are so fun and that cerulean hue is so flattering with a tan and your pretty hair!
XO, Jaime | RegallySoled.com
Jamie! Awe get out. You are way too sweet!! The set was so much fun to shoot on!
How cute is this?! ADORABLE!
XO
Molly
http://www.trendychickadee.co
Thank you Molly! I had an amazing day and learned so much!
This is so cool! You look amazing and that jumpsuit is so perfect!
~~Megan~~
http://www.poshprime.com
Megan! Thank you! It is Zara, I am obsessed!
Great post, so helpfull; thank you for sharing. Photos are amazing too, this jumpsuit is to die for 🙂
Have a lovely day
xx
http://www.mybubblyzone.com/
Valentina, glad the tips could help you out a bit!
You look so pretty! What a great opportunity! Also definitely agree with quality over quantity x
http://www.elabellaworld.com
Quality over quantity always!
What an amazing opportunity and girl that jumpsuit is amazing!! You look wonderful thanks for stopping by!
xo, Jessica || The Petite Diaries
Jessica, awe no problem! We love your blog, so thank you for taking the second to visit us!
How cool that you met someone you looked up to in blogging! Love the photos, great post!
xo Kiki
http://colormekiki.com/
It was seriously a dream come true and such a fun post to shoot! Thank you Kiki!
I have to agree, I find both phone and good quality camera photos on instagram interesting – just depends on what it is of. 🙂
xoxo,
Winn | ♥
winscribbles.blogspot.com | let's instagram!
Thank you Winn!! It is hard to find that iphone/camera balance but once you do it is perfect for Instagram!
Great post, and what an awesome opportunity!
Connie | Sponsored by Coffee | Etsy
Connie! You are way too sweet and thank you it was the greatest opportunity!
Seriously what a awesome opportunity!!! Congrats!!! Happy Friday
xoxo,Victoria
http://www.coffeeandablonde.blogspot.com
Hi Victoria! I hope you have a great weekend! :))
Such a cool opportunity, well done gal. I totally agree with the point of finding your edge. The blogging community is continually growing and its becoming harder and harder to stand out among everyone. Finding out how you can be original is key x
Caitriona | Blog
I agree and that is hardest part, finding your footing!
These photos are super cool! And those are really good tips for fashion blogging! I totally get the quality over quantity. I used to blog in a rush just to produce content for the sake of having a post for the day. But I learned it's better to not post at all, than to have crappy content. Thanks so much for sharing! xoxo
-Lily from http://www.withlovelilyrose.com
I know that is how we used to be too. We used to think we had to get a post out there every single day! I am super happy we found a middle ground!!
I love that jumpsuit and your beautiful shots! Thanks for sharing such great blogging tips.
http://www.livinginsteil.com
Vanessa
Vanessa! Thank you so much for checking us out!! You are the sweetest!
Great tips! Love these pics. You both look gorgeous!
http://www.kathrineeldridge.com
Aw Katherine thank you! It was such a great experience!!
Omgosh I share the same struggles that you listed above!! I've definitely posted things that weren't great quality just to keep on "schedule". I used to try posting three times a week, but it's way too much for me and I need my sleep so now I'm back to two! Anyways, enough about me heheh. This photo shoot is absolutely adorable!!! I just love how colorful it is! Have a great weekend!
Tina
http://www.justatinabit.com
I know- it can just be so difficult to balance. Thanks so much for stopping by and for your kinds words!! xo
What a great opportunity. You look so beautiful. Thx for sharing. Happy weekend.
xox
Lenya
FashionDreams&Lifestyle
Thank you so much! It was such a great opportunity!
What a brilliant opportunity to both have been chosen for these shots (you look so beautiful!), as well as to quiz Helena on her blogging tips. I certainly agree with the concept of 'quality over quantity' and thank you for the tip on updating in real time, I definitely having been doing that enough on Instagram lately – thanks for the reminder! 🙂
Gabrielle | A Glass Of Ice
x
Beautiful look! The balloons are such a cute touch
Made in Mauve ☆ Bloglovin
I was obsessed with the gallons, I kept adding more and more to the shot 😉
Lovely pictures! Love the look!
xx
Mademoiselle Coconath
http://mllecoconath.com
Great tips! Also, I am just OBSESSED with the color of that jumpsuit!
COOCOO FOR COCO
Thanks Colleen!! The color is super bright but I love it too! Thanks so much xo
Love you in blue Kelly! Oh and cyberworld , Kelly is prettier ( Imagine!) in person, as I just met her yesterday at a fashion week event. The Zara jumpsuit is fabulous and the shoot came out supremely well. What fun, too!
XX, Elle
http://mydailycostume.com
Hi Elle!!
You are too sweet 🙂 So happy we had a chance to meet!