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Friday, July 1, 2011

Seriously. The IFB Links Ala Mode Weekly Round-Up


Bella Q, the Citizen Rosebud is trying on a few fancy new hats.
Hey world: I'm officially a professional blogger! I've recently been selected, along with a group of top notch local bloggers to write for the fashion/style section of CBS Local, and let me tell you, it is an honor! I just submitted my first article, slated for a July publish date, and I am looking forward to sharing my love of local with the world. 

I am also thrilled to announce, starting in November, I'll be adding the position of Fashion Editor to my resume. I am absolutely honored to have been asked by the publisher of the long running alternative arts magazine, Primal Urge to re-start the fashion section as Fashion Editor. I'll be working with my good pal, textile artist and major Sactown fashion icon, thee LINDSAY RICKMAN and we are devoted to representing the indelible and original style of our hometown. Here's the ad, Primal Urge made to announce the coming attraction- hey that's ME! 

It is ALWAYS an honor to make IFB's Links Ala Mode Weekly Round-up and this week is NO exception. With Vahni,(Grit & Glamour) offering us bloggers some words of tough love, AND a list of exemplary posts, written by bloggers I admire, respect and many I consider real pals, making this week's LALM list with my"Spin It, Spinster," post, has been the icing on an incredible week of cake.





Hey blogger. Get over yourself. Seriously.

Edited by Vahni of Grit & Glamour
This week I'm fresh out of love and rainbows, so there will be no kumbaya intro. Doesn't mean I don't love y'all, but I have got to tell you that lately, I'm a wee bit peeved by the fame-whoring and big-noting going on in the fashion blogosphere (and Twitterverse). Who of us doesn't want brand endorsements and blogging fame? We're all stars in our own right, and there is nothing wrong with ambition. But no one likes a self-absorbed, one-sided braggart. And no one likes an ass-kisser. Period.
Have you given props to someone other than yourself lately? Is every status update about hyping you? Is everything in your life now about the blog? As Emily of Ruby Slipper Journeys wonders in her post, are you capturing reality on your blog or manufacturing it? If any of this sounds like you, you might be on the road to becoming a full-blown fame monster. Maybe it's time to check yourself.

A Challenge

If you're destined for blogging fame, it will come through dedication, professionalism, and genuine respect. Through interaction, supporting your community, and authenticity. Let's take blogging back to its roots. This week's roundup is chock full of posts teeming with creativity, wit, and wisdom. I challenge you all to not only read and comment on at least 10 blog posts, but to share them as well. Find something that resonates with you and tweet it, like it, stumble it. All those hearts and thumbs up weren't made just for you.

Links à la Mode: June 30th

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26 comments:

Shybiker said...

Congrats on your new gigs! We love your attitude and prose, so expanding your audience makes sense. Good luck.

Anonymous said...

What a beautiful hat! You've really had a knock out week. Congratulations.

Nikki Mortham said...

Congrats doll, you're going to rock it!
nikki

mary van note said...

Exciting! Congratulations!

Ruby said...

Congrats and well deserved!

Sewbitchy said...

Love the hat doll!! And congrats on the fame!

Jill said...

You look so gorgeous and girly in that big hat! Congratulations on your new jobs and, of course, your selection as an IFB Links a la Mode for the week. You are one of the best, baby!

FASHION TALES said...

Congrats again, to you dear Bella being fashion editor. I'm so happy for you, & can't wait to read more of your beautiful words. And a big hug & congratulations for making LAM round up! :) Happy weekend of full celebrations.

Jenmarie said...

Congrats to you again Bella! I am really excited for you and your accomplishments! The future has great things in store for you :)

Stephanie Loudmouth said...

Oh my gosh, SO many good things happening for you and all well deserved! You look absolutely lovely in that hat and I'm so proud of you and happy for you. xo!

Kimberlee said...

Congrats on the new gig- well deserved!!

dcresider said...

I am so ENVIOUS of you right now. Congrats to you!!

Sara Kristiina said...

Congrats, a lot! You deserve it! :>

A BRIT GREEK said...

This is so exciting, congrats on this major bit of news!

Loving the hat B. Hope you're smiling through the weekend!
x.o.x.o

Please may I? said...

Congratulations Hun I'm sure you will do a great job.

Loving the hat, very chic.

X x

mispapelicos said...

I am soooooooooooo glad that everything can see what I saw the first time I set my eyes on you, yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

Pam @ over50feeling40 said...

While I am super excited to be in the LINKS A LA MODE with you...I am more excited about all of your news here!! CONGRATULATIONS! Fashion editor! How great! You are such a good writer, Bella...this is really no surprise!
Keep it up. girl!

Unknown said...

FAB! U! LOUS! Bella, that is awesome! You are a perfect example of being true to oneself and reaping the benefits! I'm thrilled for you!!! Big Bear Hug!! ~Serene

GRIT AND GLAMOUR said...

Congratulations x 2 for you!

Anonymous said...

I'm so excited for you Bella! This is major!

Unknown said...

CONGRATULATIONS on all of the exciting news you shared in this post! I've only known you for a short while, but couldn't be prouder!

I just DIE for you in the first picture! You + fancy hat = MAJOR GORGEOUSNESS

Anupriya DG said...

Way to go girl! All your achievements make me so so so proud!! And this week's LALM list has some of my favorite bloggers up there.......you guys SO deserve to be a part of that list! Keep rocking dear Bella! Mwah! :)

Unknown said...

YAH, YAH, YAH, my Bella!
Yo have worked so hard to make all this happen, with your talent and tenacity you will be the first female President!
LOVE You!!!!!!!!!!!
xXx
Reva

Unknown said...

Yay! I am uber stoked for all of your up and comings! You deserve it all... you work hard! xoxo

Dusk said...

Congratulations darling Bella! Much much deserved happenings!
...and I love the caption to your hats image :)... new hats indeed... you [will] wear them oh so well, as you do the one in the image. And oh my... such a sultry gaze...

Unknown said...

That's incredible news. I'm very pleased for you and you certainly deserve it. Thank you for continuing to be an inspiration :)