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Monday, April 29, 2013

Latest Obsession: Duck Egg Blue

Ever since Alannah Hill released the Autumn/Winter 2013 collection, my new favourite colour has become duck egg blue. There are no words to possibly explain how much I love this shade of blue' it is so unique and stunning and I adore how it looks combined with pearls and metallic shimmer. It's a bit of a change for me; for a very long time blue was probably the most uncommon colour in my wardrobe and I was always drawn to pink and purple fashion items. Fortunately my love for duck egg blue started not long before my birthday last month so I do have some lovely blue accessories and cardigans now. I also bought gloves for $4.95 which I thought was hardly going to break the budget and, as Rebecca Bloomwood explains in Confessions of a Shopaholic, "I need gloves as it is winter, and I have... hands." I also have a few items which I bought last year which almost fit into the broader spectrum of duck egg blue. I was looking around the house the other day and suddenly realised that our fry pan and bath towels are basically duck egg blue; yay for on trend homewares. This post reminds me, when a miracle happens and I win endless amounts of money...I'm definitely buying some Rupert Sanderson shoes (oh and maybe Miu Miu & Charlotte Olympia). 

Duck Egg Blue


Photos from Alannah Hill, Love Miss Daisy, Rupert Sanderson, Harvey Nichols, Bauble Bar

Now onto other news. I've seen this topic discussed on a number of blogs over the years; do your family and friends know about your blog? In the four years I've been blogging, I only told my husband and I know that one of my sisters and a few old school friends came across it by total chance; I appear in Google images searches for 'Dotti lace dress' and 'Portmans lace dress' . This week my other sisters created a fashion blog called the Polished Edge (check it out here, comment and follow, I know it's going to be amazing!) and this gave me the confidence to finally share my fashion blog with the 'real world.' In recent years, I've lost interest and motivation for many things but fashion blogging has always remained constant; it's the one aspect of my life I've put maximum effort into and I'm pleased with the way it's progressed. But I never knew how to tell anyone about it; the thought always  made me extremely nervous. I'm not entirely sure why; maybe because it's always been my online world of escapism and I'm not very confident so I always worry excessively about what others think. It's hard to reveal a huge part of my life that I've previously been too nervous to talk about before despite very much wanting to have the confidence. Anyway, my fashion blog is now out in the open and it feels good; in many ways I feel a sense of freedom. Let me know your thoughts on this issue...  

95 comments:

Unknown said...

Your honest thought's and feelings shine through.....behind a blog we can be whoever we want to be, but at the end of the day being real and open is such a good feeling, I think you will find this so liberating! xx Love you to check out my blog too!!

Sam said...

Hi sweety, its good that you've shared your blog, its amazing and you deserve the recognition. I am really loving this subtle sweet shade of blue.

Couture Carrie said...

Gorgeous selections, darling!
Love those gloves!

xoxox,
CC

WhatSheSaysGoes said...

A few of my family members know and some friends and they are really supportive! And that color blue is so pretty, such a lovely spring/summer color :)

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Unknown said...

I love your blog and am really glad you shared it with us, and as you know, I love that shade (and slightly lighter) and have invested lots of money into it! Sara

Megan, TfDiaries.com said...

such a great color Xo Megan, www.TfDiaries.com

Unknown said...

it's funny when some people find out you have a blog, i know many people that know me were quite surprised, but i am glad they know. this blue color is great. thanks for stopping by my blog, i'm now following. xox

Panty Buns said...

Your new favourite duck egg blue undoubtedly coordinates well with the pinks and purple fashion items you were drawn to ( I still love pink). I know some bloggers have family members aware of or even participating in their blogging but I prefer to try to keep it separate for the most part. It's an escape for me. I do have at least one relative who has seen my blogs and I know my greatest love saw one a couple of years ago - I don't know if she follows privately or not. It's nice that you can be open about your blogging. It might be only a matter of time before those who don't know my blog find out about it. Sometimes my images show up and sometimes they don't. They used to come up if I googled "full briefs". I suspect we'll both still have some escape if we want. Not everyone is a fashionista or interested in outfits, though they might be interested in other day to day stuff. I don't know what the future will bring.

trishie said...

That is a great sweet shade of blue, love all your selections.

Sherin said...

This is such a perfect colour, and it'll be so much fun to wear.

joy said...

I love the mint Cambridge satchel and the pleated dress is also so gorgeous! This year is actually the year that people at school finally found out about my blog although I am still a little embarrassed when people I know in real life start talking to me about it haha.

The Dragonfruit said...

Oh man, that bag is so pretty! I love this baby blue color :)

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Sanaya Pandit said...

omg, i sooo loving the color:)

hope you visit my blog sometime. would love to hear form you.
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Sue Westrell said...

This is definitely a lovely color! I can't blame you for being obsessed - it looks like fun!

As for my blog...my parents found out when they finally dared to ask why their child was always taking pictures of herself. I think they feared extreme narcissism or something. My friends just kind of find out sporadically, if it comes up, such as when they demand to know why I make an effort to dress nicely. If nothing else appeases them, being a fashion blogger will shut them up about college students not being "supposed" to look good. I also put it on my resume as work experience, so that potential employers can see I have the ability to commit to something for long periods of time. Especially useful, considering I only recently was hired for my first job, which I haven't even started yet.

xo
Sue

RJ said...

Love your description. Duck egg blue, kinda funny in a way. But that's definitely a sweet color ;)

miasmode said...

I love your picks. I usually don´t tell anyone of my blog. Can´t even say why <3

xx

Selvaggia Capizzi said...

That is my obsession too!!! I love this color!
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The Dainty Dolls House said...

Adore this colour, it's wonderful. Love the dress you chose...Happy Monday doll xx

Closet Fashionista said...

SUCH A pretty blue! I love the shoes :D
Some of my family know I blog but they don't go to it because I tell them not to...haha. And a couple friends know as well. But I try to keep it low key with real life people ;)
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Carly said...

I love blue too - the satchel is particularly cute! xxx

Annie said...

Loving that pretty blue color!

Annie
The Other Side of Gray

Anonymous said...

That is called duck egg blue? Awesome :-) Very pretty shade, I like the items you picked out.

Emmylou said...

I told my friends and family when I first started blogging, but to be honest, not a lot of them were interested. Meh...even now, only a handful actually visit my blog once in awhile.
And OMG! Have never really paid attention to this colour, but I will now:)

Cafe Fashionista said...

Ooh, what a gorgeous color - so perfect for the springtime! :)

Aimeecakes said...

This is a beautiful colour, I love the gloves! My family know about my blog, but not many of my friends do. I guess I worry that they'll think its silly...

Ami said...

Thanks for visiting my blog :)
That is a gorgeous colour!! I loveee the bag on the bottom right, its soo cute <3
hmm I havent told much people about my blog, its quite embarrassing I guess for me for people I know to find out :p

Jenn said...

Duck egg blue is gorgeous!! I love all the pieces you found here.

At first I didn't tell many people about my blog, but now I'm pretty open about it. All of my family and friends know about it. People who are newer in my life don't necessarily know about it, and I don't bring it up at work, but otherwise I don't mind telling people in my 'real life' :)

Unknown said...

I think this has to be my new obsession too! Gorgeous color!

Sam said...

Thanks for your visit.. Wishing you a great and productive week ahead hun!

Larissa said...

This is really a great color! Especially for spring and summer :)

xx

Megan said...

Such a pretty color! Love that dress :)

Anonymous said...

Beautiful post.
That collage is stunning as well.. Gorgeous colour scheme!

Thank you for stopping by x

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Francesca Rose said...

most perfect colour ever!!
and it's good you now have the confidence to share your blog. If it's something you are passionate about you shouldn't hide it :-)

Francesca xo
www.yummylikecake.blogspot.co.uk

Camila Faria said...

Such a pretty color!

Anna and Klaudia said...

I totally love the bag <3

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Unknown said...

I've got the same way, I didn't tells much of ppl about my fashion blog yet, I wanted to see how is goes. But so far I love what I'm doing now. I am still having fun dress up and do photos' shoot. Love the sweet shade of blue here. Thx for always on my blog. You're doing wonderful job here. ox

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Tanya

Oh to Be a Muse said...

I didn't know the exact name of this color was Duck egg blue, but it's really pretty. I would love a satchel in this color.

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Unknown said...

I love this color! The shoes are gorgeous.

-Vogue&Heels
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Laura Jones said...

that's a lovely collection of items! only one of my friends knows about my blog, and she lives in france so it's as no one knows. i don't think i'll feel comfortable telling about my lil' blog to people i know in real life anytime soon, it's sort of nice to have something that's your own in a way.. :-) x

www.janetteria.com said...

Gorgeous color, definitely!

Laura said...

cute choices!

xx

Laura

http://www.pursesandi.net

Anonymous said...

I love this colour- my favourite at the moment <3
Wish you a beautiful day :-*

Carly's closet said...

I know how you feel,most of my family and friends don't know about my blog,I'm scared they find me superficial ,and silly!

http://www.carlysscloset.blogspot.com/

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Green Tea and Cupcakes said...

Gorgeous selections and that colour is amazing. About blogging only my Hubby knows I do it, I dont really know why I have kept it a secret but its a 2 year old secret now so I may as well just keep it that way.

Ashley of Southern (California) Belle said...

I've bought so many blue pieces lately. It really is the perfect color for spring and summer!

xo

Ashley

Southern (California) Belle

LyddieGal said...

one of my favorite color trends- i'm a little obsessed!
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Velvet Bloom said...

such a gorgeous color!

Queen Treasure said...

amazing!
check out myblog/ follow each other?
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FASHION TALES said...

Other than yellow, blue is one of my favourite colours. I also used to be like you and not share my blog, but when it was time it came and I was so happy, especially when others can Google you and stumble upon it. But, there are still some who do not know about it. x/Madison

Black Style said...

great color!
Thanks for visiting!

The white cabbage said...

ciao,

love your style , very trendy !

come for a visit to my blog , and what about following each other ?

Just let me know I'll follow back

have a great day

ave

The white cabbage said...

following you ! thanks , and stay in touch

ave

Nature Health Secrets said...

great color, love the outfit. Will be eagerly waiting for more.

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And will love to hear from you. I am a new follower of yours hope the same from you.

mispapelicos said...

Such a delicate colour, ahhhhhhh.
I have to look for it.
Thank you, my gorgeous Imogen.
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R's Rue said...

Beautiful color! Love the shoes!
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Borjana said...

You go girl,love it!;)
xx
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Unknown said...

love this post! You're so beautiful! Wanna follow each other? It would be a pleasure and we could keep in touch though! I would be very pleased about it!

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The Equinox Fashion by Paweerata said...

love the color!

Sydney's Fashion Diary said...

Thank you for stopping by my blog and commenting. This color is so pretty. Perfect for Spring =)

Nadia - The Life In A Year said...

love the blue satchel!

Nadia from The Life In A Year

Tereza {Drastic Plastic} said...

That dress is really beautiful.

Aneta Kowalska said...

love! im fllowing you :)

JanandJill.com said...

You look adorable and I really like the style of your blog from the hot pink font to your style. Following you now

xo from San Francisco
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Unknown said...

i think this color is our new god!
amazing stilettos!

xx

Rosalinda Tjioe said...

Love this color! x

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courtzmelv said...

Duck egg blue is such a beautiful colour, really want that dress! xx

RedTagChicLosAngeles said...

Awwwww that's so lovely to hear Tia Cherie about your blog finally OUT in the open!! And I've been obsessed with duck egg blue color...I always think of royalty when I see this color!!

Rebecca
www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

Carolyne O' said...

I love this color too, I'm a little obsessed :)
What about following each other? Just let me know!
Xxx

Carolina

www.the-world-c.blogspot.com

Katie Aman said...

What a GORGEOUS color! I really love it. It has a soft, pretty feeling to it that I'm very drawn to and is so classic also. I love the pieces you chose. That dress and satchel are oo lala!

Julie said...

My blog is my pride and joy. It is my little corner of the internet where I can express myself in a public yet personal way. Don't doubt yourself is my piece of advice. Good luck!

two birds said...

most people i know know about the blog, except most of my coworkers. i would feel weird if they did!

Denisa said...

That color si so nice and I like that inspiration. Have a nice day.

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Lala said...

this is such a lovely color! i dont think i own anything with this color yet

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Lorena said...

It's a glorious color indeed ... now that i think of it, i do not have anything in this shade of blue.
In regards to blogging, i keep mine to myself. Just the hubby knows -at least that I know of !

Anonymous said...

Blue is my favorite color, so I'm loving this post! Some of my friends and family read my blog, but most of my readers are friends I've met through blogging... connecting with them has been one of my favorite things about blogging! :) Have a wonderful day.

Unknown said...

Beautiful, love these colours!

Would you like to follow each other? Just let me know :) X

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Penniless Socialite said...

Love that color!
Tara
Penniless Socialite

Unknown said...

Such a fabulous selection,you are right that colour is so pretty and unique!
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The Garage Starlets said...

Great colour. And great item selection!

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Sara said...

I will have to keep this shade in mind! What a lovely color and I don't have anything in this shade in my wardrobe!

Unknown said...

I have never heard of the color expression duck eagle blue! Love all the choices you choice very pretty style guide! Thanks for the comment on my blog I recently stumbled upon diy necklace and wanted to make earring and it turned out really well:)

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Maddie said...

Ah that's such a beautiful color! :)
I can totally relate with you being nervous about telling other people about your blog!
At first when I started blogging I was really shy about my blog, the only person of my real life who knew about it was my best friend and later my cousin.
But right now as I have been blogging for more than 1.5 year, I am able to tell about my blog to other people ( like my friends, job colleagues etc)

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Kelly said...

This teal look is absolutely gorgeous!

xx
Kelly
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xoxo Kellz* said...

Blue never look so good :)

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Josephine said...

That color blue is so pretty! And seriously gorgeous for spring. I told my friends and family a bit after I started the blog, it's definitely easier to have it out in the open!

<3 Josephine
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elpuntodelola said...

Bonita selección, un color precioso. Besos, si quieres nos seguimos

Novarinna Tan said...

Perfect Selection. Love the blue color.. So Fresh and Free Color

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fabulouspetite said...

Great post and well written. Thank you for visiting my blog and for the sweet thoughts. Everyone that I know i think now knows that I am a blogger. great choices on this color. perfect for spring/summer. My favs are the satchel, pumps and coat. I would like for us to follow each other, what do you think?

xo
Sam
http://fabulouspetite.blogspot.com

The white cabbage said...

I've read with much attention this beautiful post !
For me it's just the same ....in my circle just my daughters knows about
my blog , and they show off to be indifferent ( I know they are my big fans ) , I consider my blog something
private ....(It sounds funny as I'm I'm so happy when I can add new followers )! and in some way in my real life I've shared everything with others ...now it's the time for something just for me.

Have a nice day , and forgive my poor english

ave

Fashianne said...

Power of blue color ! really nice !

Corinne said...

I love that colour

CLAUDIA PERSI said...

Lovely post, love this colour!
Thank you so much for visiting my blog and your lovely commment.
You have a beautiful blog!
Claudia P.
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Kelsey Bang said...

love those heels!

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Veselina said...

Thank you for the comment and for following,lovely girl:)I am your newest follower :) YAY!
xoxo Veselina :)

Unknown said...

wow love this looK! xjess
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