3.03.2011

Daily Threads: Changing Things Up

 {top: similar, shoes: similarskirt, belt: j crew, scarf: thrifted}

Let's address a few things here. Yes, I've deviated a bit from the norm to add in one extra picture. A regular sized shot - it's not really zoomed in or anything, but it adds variety - which some of you asked for. I also included a detailed shot - which, again, many of you asked for. I'm not sure how I feel about the fifth picture. I felt like four was working out well for me, but I definitely wanted to try something new before ruling it out. What do you think? I'll probably be switching it up - for the variety effect.

Next thing. Yes, I should have started applying a self-tanner lotion at least three days before wearing this skirt with bare legs. Or worn stockings. But I don't have any sheer, flesh colored ones and, well, I can't buy them for a couple more days - so that wouldn't have worked out either.

Final thing. If you visit my blog you'll see I've changed things up just a bit. I've added a new banner that should carry me into summer, changed the color of post titles, and re-vamped my sidebar links. I like it and hopefully you all do too! I really took into consideration all of your input and I still have a few more things to take care of!

Have a lovely Thursday!

51 comments:

Jenni King said...

That skirt is to die for! I just love it. This is so cute! And your legs are not that pale... I didn't even think anything about you needing self tanner or anything. I like the 5th picture! and I am loving the new banner.

Amber said...

cute outfit! i like the fifth shot, a close up detail is good to see what you're wearing without squinting at the screen. (or is that just me?) and the new banner looks good, too! i just made over my blog as well. bring on spring & summer!

GoodFrameofMind said...

The changes look super cute Linley! And there's no shame in bare legs, they have to come out sometime - I can't wait for the temps up here to rise so mine can make their debut :)
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BiblioMOMia said...

LEGS! They look amazing under that red skirt. And I'm glad they aren't tan yet--it would be weird to have perfectly tan legs in March, so this looks natural and gorgeous. Love the pink belt with it, too.

Lexie said...

I love the new header! And your legs look insanely long in these pictures, jealousss.

Unknown said...

LOVE the skirt and shoes. Both are on my list to buy for spring (unfortunately up here in NY bare legs might still be a long way off).

I'm loving your blog!

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Laura said...

I am liking the changes Linley! I think it is awesome that you really listened to your readers and took to heart their advice. Makes you all the more wonderful :)

I love this skirt every time you wear it and the shoes are amaaaazing!

Tiffany said...

Look at you with your gorgeous long legs! My short stubby legs are a tiny bit jealous. ;) I love your new header!! And I actually really like the detailed shot!

Katherine said...

I love the color of that skirt! Finally spring is coming, I could use some brightness in my life!

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ilene @ muchloveilly said...

love the new banner - and of course, love the shoes. ;) that red skirt is so perfect for spring too!!

Sam said...

Like everyone else is saying, holy long lovely legs Linley! (couldn't help myself :P)

I love this outfit, I wish I could wear a skirt without tights now. I wish it was warm enough to consider bare legs. Actually, I wish I could wear a skirt and have my legs look like that too! Lots of wishes, none that can come true quite yet.

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Amy said...

I LOVE those shoes.

Hayley said...

The close up is something I love to see! sometimes I would zoom you all blurry style to be like "now just what has she done with that belt..!"

Great changes, love them!

Hayley
http://www.theweekendfile.blogspot.com

Elissa said...

Loving the new changes! I especially appreciate the new detailed photos you're going to add to your posts. Now I can see how pretty your belt really is! And my, how I wish I had super long legs like yours...

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Anonymous said...

I love the new header (especially the font!). And that surprise uncropped photo. So cute!

Anonymous said...

LOVE the changes in the pictures and overall blog!!!

It would be great to see a tutorial on how to improve the appearance of your blog (the technical aspect)!

Lidi @ Eclectic Flair

Gertrude said...

Love the new header (especially since you featured my favourite shoes of yours!). And I really like how you included one large picture, and one close-up. And I love the font of your new sidebar links! And (I promise this is the last 'And') I love the red & white outfit! x

Unknown said...

I love the new header! I need to change mine up too now that I'm no longer brunette.
I think you look fabulous pasty legs and all!!

Natasha ~ Required2BeInspired

Collette Osuna said...

I really really love the 5th photo! Nice variety....(which adds spice to life, lol)
The closeup pic is super cute..and the header? love it!!

You go girl!

Carrie said...

Great job! I like how we can see the detail of your outfit in the bottom picture.
Love the outfit too!

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Gabriella said...

I actually like the fifth shot the best! And I think it's real nice of you to take everything into consideration.
Lovely new banner too! x

Leah said...

Love your blog...changes or not, although they are fun. How tall are you? I can't believe how long your legs look! Adorable outfit, BTW.

A Beautiful Life said...

oh my tiny red skirt! i wish i could rock that, so sweet!!

hillary
www.helpamutha.blogspot.com

Lindsey Rhodes said...

Holy legs for days, Linely! Wowzers. I'm sitting at 5'2 and you look 7'0. GORGEOUS!

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Kuleigh said...

I like all the new changes to the blog! Who cares if your legs aren't tan (it's not quite Spring anyways) when they look so long and tone! You're rocking this outfit. Red is a great attention grabber so I love how you paired it with simple pieces.

Jill GG said...

Hello Legs!

Regardless of how pale they are (mine are too!)... you look amazing in that skirt! And I love how you paired it with a camel colored scarf. Gor-jus!

Miranda said...

Such a cute and fresh look, great shoes!

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Gracey the Giant said...

Very cute outfit - the pink belt is especially fun.

And I like the close-up shot - it helps see specific colors, patterns, etc that may not be visible in the wider shot. I think it's a good addition.

Gracey
http://fashionforgiants.blogspot.com

Liz said...

I love the few small changes Linley! Especially the stand alone picture. It's nice to change it up every once and while!

pst, being the flickr creeper that I am, I think I spyed another outfit I'm gonna love :)

Kristin said...

The banner is super cool! You know what else rocks about your blog? You are consistent with posting.

I love the skirt! If only my legs were as nice as yours!

katou said...

The skirt is just amazin i absolutely love this outfit!!!
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AjoyBrush said...

I absolutely love this outfit. Simple and classy! The red really makes it pop.

Mandy
http://simplicityandreality.blogspot.com/

Erica said...

I love the new banner! I had a similar experience yesterday when I realized I was wearing a skirt with no tights, and my legs were super white. Oh well! Let's embrace the pale!

North Meets South

Simply Bubblelicious said...

Nice touches!

Anonymous said...

Loved the banner, those shoes are lovely! ... and also liked the detail picture, I do them all the time, but don't think you should rule it, just post them when you feel like it's necessary... cute skirt!

<3 Cess O.
http://blog.cessoviedo.com

Natalie said...

adorable outfit! no shame in white legs, either. :)

by the way- you look like a Blake Lively look-a-like in these photos. i never noticed how similar you two look until today. i love your blog- keep up the great posts!

Lilly Style said...

You look so adorable in these pictures!
I can't wait to wear skirts with bare legs..but I definitely need some color...my legs are so darn pale.

HollyDolly said...

I love your new banner! I should probably get around to doing that since mine is kind of winter-y, and I'm not going to want to look at that for much longer. So thanks for reminding me haha.

I also loooove that skirt. Its the perfect shade of red.

Holly
http://hollykeenan.tumblr.com

Yena said...

I'm loving the new banner and variations in photos! Great work :)

Melissa said...

Goodness, you are GORGEOUS! I love those shoes with the red and white outfit! You look amazing!

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Angie said...

Great outfit! Hooray for skirt season!

Angie

thehotnessyourmommawarnedyouabout.blogspot.com

In Kinsey's Closet said...

Looking good Linley! I love that red skirt and those booties are adorable!

Nina said...

I LOVE the new header!! Your outfit today is adorable and that red skirt is just FANTASTIC. Your hair looks so beautiful, too. Perfect, perfect waves :)

Erin Willett said...

It looks great! I like this picture layout a lot :)

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Allison said...

Love this look. Show off those long legs! -A

Kayla said...

Love this outfit. Perfect Winter-Spring transition outfit. Oh and I'm stealing that skirt from you.

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megannielsen said...

I think your blog is looking great! Also please don't start applying fake tan... because I do not want to be alone in the white leg department!!

Lindsey said...

love this outfit! the color of that skirt is great. & who cares about being pale! I prefer my pale skin over my tan. :)

Holly said...

love what you've done with your blog, and the details pic is great. something different and it gives us all an up close idea of your styling.

holy legs!! i love em! us taller girls need to stick together!

oh and p.s. my legs might beat you on the pale-scale! lol :)

kimmie said...

I like the changes! Your blog was fine the way it was before, and it's always nice to play around and try new things out.

You look great, Linley!

Unknown said...

totally loving the look. I love the skirt length on you.

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