Why hello there everyone, how are we all doing?
I hope you had a great weekend and that Blue Monday hasn’t got the better of you. If unfortunately it has, then do check out last week’s post on kicking it’s ass once and for all here.
My weekend was insanely chilled; as someone who usually can’t sit still and who suffers from “cabin fever” after spending just a couple of hours doing nothing at home, it’s been a welcome relief to feel settled and to relax a little/a lot at the weekends. Since the madness of Christmas has left us we’ve had two weekends of virtually nothingness and I’ve really bloody enjoyed it.
Pottering around the house, doing silly little errands such as organising my underwear drawer, rearranging the cleaning products under the sink and FINALLY getting our washing machine fixed (it’s been broken since before Christmas and the washing has been PILING THE HELL UP) with George and the pups has done wonders for my peace of mind. I’m feeling so happy and totally grateful for everything I have right now and I think it’s so nice to have those days of nothingness to really stop and take notice of all that you have in the world.
Days spent with very little activity has also done wonders for my working life too, it’s meant that I’m excited to get back to work on Monday and the downtime has allowed me to reevaluate my work and to come up with some new ideas too. You may have noticed that last Friday was the introduction to my new series for Instagram Stories- Friday Skive. The reaction and feedback to this was honestly out of this world amazing and I’m so chuffed you’re all keen for more. It’s basically a roundup of the things I’ve been loving that aren’t fashion of beauty related. As much as I adore fashion and beauty I have so much more to me than just that and I wanted to share a little more of my life and personality with you all and thought a little mini series was the perfect way to do just that. If you missed it then fear not, I’ll be creating a highlight on Instagram this week so all the things I’ve been loving that make the perfect Friday Skive will be there for you to look back on very soon.
I’m also going to be sharing my weekly wants/wish list over on Instagram stories too as that’s been requested a hell of a lot so do stay tuned for that on Wednesday 🙂
HAIR CLIP- ASOS, SUNGLASSES- c/o QUAY AUSTRALIA, GREEN TOP- MONKI, VINTAGE TEE- HARLEY DAVIDSON via BUFFALO EXCHANGE LA, JEANS- ASOS, BOOTS- c/o BA&SH, BAG- c/o HOUSE OF HOLLAND
Speaking of making changes, today I need your help.
I want your feedback on my blog and what you like and dislike about it. I’m going to write down just three questions below and I would truly LOVE it if you could copy and paste them into the comments section along with your answers.
I’m thinking a bit of a shake up is in order, I still love the look and feel of my blog but I have a few ideas for making it a little more user friendly, a little more fun but also a little more slick. Branding wise I am still totally in love with the meganellaby logo so the style won’t change too much. But layout and functionality wise is where I’d like you to come in.
I’m meeting with the amazing Gatto as you’re reading this to discuss ways in which we can give meganellaby.com a little bit of a shake up and I thought a spot of market research was in order.
So, without further ado, lets crack on with the questions.
1. What do you think of the layout? Do you like the one blogpost per page and the scrolling/clicking through to the next post? Or do you prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title? This is a big one for me to get right so do let me know your thoughts on this.
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Did you even know they were there? Would you prefer to see my shopping lists on Instagram stories and/or perhaps in a full blogpost once a month? Or do you like these lists for weekly inspiration here on the blog? I can see from my analytics that you guys check out the shop page which showcases the items I’m wearing currently and thats awesome but what about the items I am currently lusting after?
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post? Let me know.
Anyhoo, now those questions are out of the way I thought I’d chat about what I chat about here on meganellaby.com
As is with anything that’s worth doing, it can often be hard to get it right. I currently feel like I’m stuck between a rock and a hard place when it comes to topics to discuss. I feel that throughout 2017 I really found my groove with blogging; discussing topics that were close to my heart and topics such as self confidence, body confidence and other things that weren’t exactly spoken about all too often. The “think piece” blogposts became a hot topic and it was awesome to chat with likeminded people in the comments but to also read other blogger’s views on such topics which I feel really allowed us all to feel less alone.
Around the same time I began weekly vlogging and in-turn opened up even more. I gave a lot of myself away during those years and when I took a step back and retreated back into myself in 2018 the enthusiasm and feedback just wasn’t the same.
But I don’t necessarily think this is a bad thing, it was growing up and becoming less of an over-sharer. It was drip feeding parts of my life and my personality when I felt the time was right, rather than as it happened when things were raw, fresh and new.
And thats where we’re at now, balancing the whole showing my personality and other sides of my life aside from fashion but also keeping a little bit back for me, ‘cause I’ve realised that sharing each and every part of my life online isn’t sustainable for my future, and I’m now at the place where I realise thats A-Okay.
The think pieces will come every now and again and I’ll still be sharing my lil weekend catch ups and weekly waffles with you but the emphasis will be very much on fashion and styling with spots of beauty, interiors, music and Manchester thrown in for good measure. I hope that sounds alright by you?
I have lots of ideas floating round my head that I’ve finally transferred to paper and I’m excited to set to work on them but I’m always looking for ideas so feel free to sling those in the comments too, they’re very much appreciated.
So there we have it, a post for you guys to really get down to the nitty gritty of what you do and do not like about my blog, I’m excited to hear your feedback and comments on this 🙂
But, as always and in true me style I can’t finish of this blogpost without chatting about the outfit pictured now can I?
You might have heard that I’m trying not to shop this month, and so far so very good! I haven’t purchased a single piece of clothing or footwear or accessories yet this month (granted we’re only 15 days in…) which is really rather impressive for me indeed! Instead, I’m exploring my wardrobe a little more, challenging myself to wear each and every piece within my wardrobe and I’m very excited to see the items I uncover and the outfits I conjure up.
This little beauty was one of them and to be honest a look I felt really bloody great in. A snuggly black teddy coat, my favourite vintage T-shirt layered up with some new season highlighter brights and zebra print jeans and some absolutely killer accessories, not bad hey!
When I say new season I mean the jeans were purchased just before Christmas (they’re now in the sale at a bargainous £17.50 GO GO GO!) and the top was a piece I already had in my wardrobe but that is oh so key for the season ahead, very clever purchasing indeed.
In the past I would have NEVER featured a look such as this as it combines too many pieces that I’ve shared before, but I now realise that, that is EXACTLY what you lot are looking for when it comes to styling. You want to see more from the same item as thats real life, heck, it’s my life, I just didn’t realise that it’s what you wanted to see too, until very recently.
And there we have a big ole brain dump of a blogpost, I hope you enjoyed it. Let me know regarding the questions above and any other blog related feedback you may have, but also let me know what you think of the outfit of the day and the rewearing of pieces you’ve already seen countless times before.
x M
Love the images in this post and the location looks cool against the outfit too! To answer your questions –
Personally, I do prefer a magazine style homepage where you can choose which post you want to read and there’s more ‘to do’ whether it’s look at different kinds of posts – fashion/think pieces/lifestyle or delve into the archives. I love how your images are huge on desktop as it’s all about the outfit, but I don’t tend to stay on your blog past reading the latest post. Sorry! But i do read all posts when I see you share the links on twitter 🙂 Don’t stop blogging!
I do like to look at those IG shopping widgets and see where each item is from. I’m easy on how this is shown. Under the images is fine!
Sadly I don’t. I read in work so I’ve loads of tabs open and on my phone I never have my volume on. I didn’t actually realise it was there until you pointed it out, sorry!
Hope that helps and its construcitive! I do love that your blog ios v ‘you’ and not a carbon copy of everyone else. It represents you well and hat you’re trying to get across 🙂
Ruth x
1. What do you think of the layout? Do you like the one blogpost per page and the scrolling/clicking through to the next post? Or do you prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title?
> I prefer having the homepage that you can see more than one post – it helps seeing what’s new / what I may have missed. But I think it needs to be a very clean and simple layout – some blogs that have this layout style become too all over the place, or sometimes makes it harder to navigate. Some blogs that have a nice layout to me (from super simple to more professional): https://dandodeombreiras.com/ ; https://www.memorandum.com/ ; http://www.alicecatherine.com/blog/
> I really like the layout on each post – the pictures (size and number), the position of the text.
> I would prefer if the header disappeared once you start scrooling down.
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Did you even know they were there? Would you prefer to see my shopping lists on Instagram stories and/or perhaps in a full blogpost once a month? Or do you like these lists for weekly inspiration here on the blog? I can see from my analytics that you guys check out the shop page which showcases the items I’m wearing currently and thats awesome but what about the items I am currently lusting after?
> I don’t shop from anywhere, but that’s because I’m from Brazil ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
> I wouldn’t like to see your shopping lists on instagram stories, because, like I said, I follow you for style inspo, and I can’t get specific pieces.
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post? Let me know.
> Yes, I’d love to see more about music, maybe have a paragraph explaining the connection to the post if you continue to do one music per post. Personally, I’d love monthly playlists or a giant playlist that you add songs to as you post them, just to make it easier to access/listen to. Oh, and playlists on spotify please! 😉
hope this helps xx
Love your blog and its design – I always read every post. In answer to your questions:
1. I would really love if your blog had a magazine style layout where I could choose what to click on – sometimes I miss a week or two and it would make it so much easier to catch up on if I could just see the blog title and image. Another thing I would love is a search function so I could find specific blog posts eg I wanted to reread your first blog post about the puppies and knew it would be under ‘life’ but it still involved a lot of scrolling to get there!
2. I love the shop pages – it’s really helpful to see both your “regulars” and “currents” and I really like the three smaller lists at the bottom of your posts.
3. LOVE the music bit – it’s so unique to you. Having said that I’d also love to read a monthly round up of music faves.
Hope this helps! X
Wow, your winter look is cool!
xx Rena
http://www.dressedwithsoul.com
1. What do you think of the layout? Do you like the one blogpost per page and the scrolling/clicking through to the next post? Or do you prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title? This is a big one for me to get right so do let me know your thoughts on this.
— I really don’t like the fact that there’s no blog archive. One of my favorite things to do when I discover a new-to-me blogger is go through their older posts and take a peek at their journey. It makes me feel more personally connected to them, and I really wish I could do that with your posts. As far as the layout goes, I like multiple posts on one page – clicking through to each one is tedious. Also, I agree it’d be nice if the header disappeared once you started scrolling. It’s a kicka** header, but it’s distracting when i’m actually trying to read your posts.
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Did you even know they were there? Would you prefer to see my shopping lists on Instagram stories and/or perhaps in a full blogpost once a month? Or do you like these lists for weekly inspiration here on the blog? I can see from my analytics that you guys check out the shop page which showcases the items I’m wearing currently and thats awesome but what about the items I am currently lusting after?
— No. No, and maybe a monthly blogpost round up, though I rarely shop blogger links (because I don’t like online shopping, and I follow bloggers for their personality, not their style choices). As for the items you’re currently lusting after, I doubt most of your readers could regularly afford them, so I’d take that into consideration. I don’t think people come to blogs for fashion inspo as much as they used to. Instagram has kind of become the go-to platform for that. Blogging feels more “welcome to my home, have a seat and let’s chat” while IG feels more “welcome to my closet, see anything you like?”
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post?
— No and yes. New music is always fun!
Thanks for taking the time to ask for our input, Megan!
Xx
http://www.theactivespirit.com/
1. What do you think of the layout? Do you like the one blogpost per page and the scrolling/clicking through to the next post? Or do you prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title? This is a big one for me to get right so do let me know your thoughts on this.
I don’t mind the one blog post per page but I’d prefer a search function or an archive, I love looking through a bloggers posts to get to know them, old and new.
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Did you even know they were there? Would you prefer to see my shopping lists on Instagram stories and/or perhaps in a full blogpost once a month? Or do you like these lists for weekly inspiration here on the blog? I can see from my analytics that you guys check out the shop page which showcases the items I’m wearing currently and thats awesome but what about the items I am currently lusting after?
To be honest I never really look at the shopping pages on anyone’s blog, I can usually find the links on their Instagram and I find that a quicker method than going on their blog to click on the item.
A full blog post would be good of new items and a wish list, maybe saying how to style them too?
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post? Let me know.
I never listen to the music as I usually read your blog at work or when I’m in bed.
Maybe create a Spotify playlist as I used to listen to your Christmas one a lot!
Hope that’s helpful!
Bex xx
@bexjadefountain
I second Bex’ remarks! I like the idea of seeing little picture blocks with a title (similar to Insta) to find things quickly.
Same for swiping up through Insta links, quicker to do and I have Asos app on my phone so I go right through. Very dangerous 🙂
Big Spotify fan here as well, always download the playlists I like so one/month would be cool.
I do think it’s very special you still take the time to write all these things down properly, writing is an art and your style is very pleasant to read (don’t know how else to describe it) so hope the blog keeps growing!
xx Caro
1. What do you think of the layout? Do you like the one blogpost per page and the scrolling/clicking through to the next post? Or do you prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title? This is a big one for me to get right so do let me know your thoughts on this.
I love the current layout, but I do think a homepage showcasing a few posts at once would be great. Sometimes I miss posts so it would be a good reminder to see what’s there! Also a search function would be helpful too.
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Did you even know they were there? Would you prefer to see my shopping lists on Instagram stories and/or perhaps in a full blogpost once a month? Or do you like these lists for weekly inspiration here on the blog? I can see from my analytics that you guys check out the shop page which showcases the items I’m wearing currently and thats awesome but what about the items I am currently lusting after?
I do use the shopping lists, I like them!! But full wishlist blogposts would be good too.
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post? Let me know.
Not often, no! I usually have music on anyway when I’m reading blogs, so it’s only sometimes that I’ll stop it to hear what you’ve picked. Monthly playlists would be ideal!
Hope this helps! X
Emma | heart-autumn.co.uk
I love seeing you restyle clothes that you’ve already featured, as it inspires me to do to the same – and shows how versatile each piece can be 🙂
1. What do you think of the layout? Do you like the one blogpost per page and the scrolling/clicking through to the next post? Or do you prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title? This is a big one for me to get right so do let me know your thoughts on this.
I like the layout of having one blog post per page but I think it would be great if it was easier to find previous posts – especially really old ones. Also, I love the images. I don’t think you should just have one at all!
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Did you even know they were there? Would you prefer to see my shopping lists on Instagram stories and/or perhaps in a full blogpost once a month? Or do you like these lists for weekly inspiration here on the blog? I can see from my analytics that you guys check out the shop page which showcases the items I’m wearing currently and thats awesome but what about the items I am currently lusting after?
I love the shopping lists! I do check them but I do find it a bit confusing knowing the differences between the ones at the bottom of the homepage and the two other ones on the shopping page – so maybe clearer titles would help? Insta stories would also be great! 🙂
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post? Let me know.
I like the idea of the music but I don’t usually listen to the song because it always asks me to sign in to Spotify and I don’t like the desktop version of Spotify, and I’m usually reading your blog on a laptop! I would love to see a monthly playlist 🙂
1. What do you think of the layout? Do you like the one blogpost per page and the scrolling/clicking through to the next post? Or do you prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title? This is a big one for me to get right so do let me know your thoughts on this.
– It’d be great to see a number of posts on one page, as it’s easier to see posts I’ve missed.
– The main thing that bothers me is how the header at the top of the page moves as I scroll. This means I sometimes can’t see the full photo of the outfits as it’s partially obscured by the header. Would be great if this could be changed!
– Just wanted to say I LOVE your logo and branding and feel like this shouldn’t change.
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Did you even know they were there? Would you prefer to see my shopping lists on Instagram stories and/or perhaps in a full blogpost once a month? Or do you like these lists for weekly inspiration here on the blog? I can see from my analytics that you guys check out the shop page which showcases the items I’m wearing currently and thats awesome but what about the items I am currently lusting after?
– I knew your shopping list was there but I always tend to click from the list directly under the image in the blogpost, rather than the shopping list below the blogpost if that makes sense.
– However, it might be better as a highlight on your instagram stories though, as that’s more user friendly.
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post? Let me know.
– I would definitely love to see more about the music you listen to as you seem to have great taste! 🙂
– If you continue with one song per post, might be nice to have a bit about why you chose that song for this post, or why you like it. I’d prefer a monthly playlist rather than one song per post would be better as I never listen to the song that goes with each post – it’s easier to listen to a playlist all in one go whilst I’m commuting that just one song.
Hope this helps x
LOVE your style and your blog is great!
1. I like to have multiple blog posts on the home page so I can easily see what’s new and anything I might have missed.
2. I have a look through the shopping lists every now and again but I do think a feature on Instagram stories would be good or a wishlist blog post!
3. I never usually listen to the song at the bottom as either reading it at work or on the move with music already playing.
Hope this helps! x
Sophie @sofachops
1. What do you think of the layout? Do you like the one blogpost per page and the scrolling/clicking through to the next post? Or do you prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title? This is a big one for me to get right so do let me know your thoughts on this.
-I like the layout. I would prefer if there were more blogposts on the home page.
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Did you even know they were there? Would you prefer to see my shopping lists on Instagram stories and/or perhaps in a full blogpost once a month? Or do you like these lists for weekly inspiration here on the blog? I can see from my analytics that you guys check out the shop page which showcases the items I’m wearing currently and thats awesome but what about the items I am currently lusting after?
– I don’t shop on the shopping list at the bottom of the homepage, I didn’t know they were there. Yes fo a shopping list on Instagram and in a full blogpost once a month 🙂
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post? Let me know.
– No I don’t listen to the songs that accompanies each post. I would love a playlist once a month.
1. What do you think of the layout? Do you like the one blogpost per page and the scrolling/clicking through to the next post? Or do you prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title? This is a big one for me to get right so do let me know your thoughts on this.
I love the layout with having only one blogpost on the page, however I’d love it to be easier to find older blogpost back instead of scrolling back until I’ve found the one I was looking for. I really love the look of the blog posts itself though, very easy to read and the images stand out. You’re logo is 10 out of 10, maybe it would be nice of the rest of the blog had a bit of vintage feel to it as well, just an idea….
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Did you even know they were there? Would you prefer to see my shopping lists on Instagram stories and/or perhaps in a full blogpost once a month? Or do you like these lists for weekly inspiration here on the blog? I can see from my analytics that you guys check out the shop page which showcases the items I’m wearing currently and thats awesome but what about the items I am currently lusting after?
I rarely visit the shopping list but that’s solely because I do not intend to buy anything that I see featured here straight away. I’d love a wishlist blog post or insta story every now and again just to see what catches you eye, maybe including info on how that has inspired you and where you stumbled upon it.
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post? Let me know.
I absolutely adore the fact that you feature music on the blog and personally I’d love to see a lot more of that or other “lifestyle” related topics!
1. What do you think of the layout? Do you like the one blogpost per page and the scrolling/clicking through to the next post? Or do you prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title? This is a big one for me to get right so do let me know your thoughts on this.
I like the one blog post per page, but having multiple posts per page with just a title and picture is much easier for me to access and see the posts that I’ve missed! Also if I want to go back to a post to see your banging outfit for some style inspiration (which I do often) it would be so much easier and quicker for me to do that!
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Did you even know they were there? Would you prefer to see my shopping lists on Instagram stories and/or perhaps in a full blogpost once a month? Or do you like these lists for weekly inspiration here on the blog? I can see from my analytics that you guys check out the shop page which showcases the items I’m wearing currently and thats awesome but what about the items I am currently lusting after?
Yes! Love this feature. I think it’s better having it on your blog than on Instagram so it’s all in the one place and I can access it from my laptop too, rather than just on my phone on Instagram. I’d prefer these lists to stay as opposed to in a blog post, however I do like your posts of shopping lists per season!
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post? Let me know.
Most often I don’t listen to the song, sometimes if you mention it in the post I will listen! I would absolutely love to hear about more music you listen to, and a monthly playlist would be ace!
Finally I love this outfit!!!! Love the pop of neon and animal print with the dark colours, you look fab are are acing 2019 already! Xxx
I got hooked on your channel after that Manchester blog on bank holiday weekend that you posted two years ago. I would love to see more out and about in Manchester content!
1. What do you think of the layout? Do you like the one blogpost per page and the scrolling/clicking through to the next post? Or do you prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title? This is a big one for me to get right so do let me know your thoughts on this.
I would prefer to be able to get to previous posts easier. I started following you on instagram just before christmas, Love your style and wanted to look back at older blogposts for some inspo but found it quite tricky to do that.
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Did you even know they were there? Would you prefer to see my shopping lists on Instagram stories and/or perhaps in a full blogpost once a month? Or do you like these lists for weekly inspiration here on the blog? I can see from my analytics that you guys check out the shop page which showcases the items I’m wearing currently and thats awesome but what about the items I am currently lusting after?
Yes, I bought the Monki turtleneck you had on there. I’ve been eyeing up that print on their site for a while but only saw it as a baggy shirt, which wouldn’t suit me.. but saw it in turtleneck form on your blog.
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post? Let me know.
No, unfortunately not. You are obviously very into music so I totally get why you want to share tunes but I almost always have my mac set to silent – unless im watching something.
Side note – totally into your style. I often pick things up from my wardrobe but think.. the colours don’t go, I need to tone it down. But it’s inspired me to wear what I want and see what works rather than conforming to the norm.
1. I prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title, as well maybe a couple of lines from the first paragraph
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Sometimes but rarely. I’d rather keep them there as I don’t follow you to shop so I like seeing them when I decide to rather than almost forced on instagram. For the items you are currently lusting after – that’s something I never check out/have much interest in at the moment. I like it when you do the YouTube videos for those.
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Never have as it’s at the bottom of the post so I don’t see it until I’ve finished reading. Also usually have my own music playing when I read. Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post? I think a monthly playlist would be good!
1. Personally I find it a lot easier to navigate through blogs that have posts in line with an image and title. I love the way that you organise your photos within your posts so they aren’t completely uniform – it’s one of my favourite things about your blog!
2. I have a browse through the shopping list at the bottom for inspiration every now and then although I don’t usually click on anything because as a student on a budget I’d be too tempted to buy them haha.
3. Always! I’m a huge music lover and actually took inspiration from you for my own blog when it comes to including music in my posts. I think it’s a great way to get your personality across even more so I always look forward to seeing what your recommendations are. I’ve been listening to David At The Bar recently as well – love a bit of Jerry.
– Faye x
https://www.femaleoriginal.com
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I like blogs that share a number of posts neatly in a line with a bit of description underneath. 🙂
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I noticed your shopping list at the home page, but I would click on the linked items more when it’s in the blog post. But definitely keen on it also being on your Instagram/ instastories 🙂 Yes would love to see more of your wish lists too!!
3. Yes to a monthly playlist vs song per post 🙂
Yes to seeing repeated pieces girl! You style such unique pieces that I’d fine hard to style! But you make them seem so much more doable within your style!
Isobel x
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Hi,
1. I’m sorry but I’m not 100% what you mean by the different layout options. Could you maybe include screenshots to help us visualise the two options?
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? I didn’t know they were there🙈. I would much prefer to see it on your Instagram stories. I can subscribe to your stories and check Instagram multiple times a day
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Honestly no, I don’t. I find music through Spotify and my taste in genre will vary depending on my mood that day. Spotify is great for this!
Megan I’ve said it time and again but I love everything you do and all the content you put in the world and will continue to read and watch everything you post until the day you decide to stop so post whatever you want to I’ll still be here to read it.
As for the questions I love your blog layout as is but would love a page that did show off all your blog posts so I can go back and find old posts with ease however I still love being able to read the full latest post on the homepage.
As for the shopping tools I occasionally look at them but prefer your seasonal wishlist videos you have done in the past more.
Lastly I love that you have accompanying songs for your posts as a lot of the time I find new music and songs I like through them but I don’t always listen to them with the post as it distracts me from reading however I love listening to your Spotify playlists so maybe you could incorporate a way of mixing the two by making a playlist of songs you’ve used on the blog each season or year.
As always love your outfit, you always encourage me to wear outfits differently and layer things to really get the max out of an outfit. And as always thank you for constantly reminding me how awesome it is to be an individual.
1. What do you think of the layout? Do you like the one blogpost per page and the scrolling/clicking through to the next post? Or do you prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title? This is a big one for me to get right so do let me know your thoughts on this.
I think one blog post per page with links at the bottom, or even in the middle is the way to go. You could have in the middle of the post three images which are links to previous posts which relate to the same subject.
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Did you even know they were there? Would you prefer to see my shopping lists on Instagram stories and/or perhaps in a full blogpost once a month? Or do you like these lists for weekly inspiration here on the blog? I can see from my analytics that you guys check out the shop page which showcases the items I’m wearing currently and thats awesome but what about the items I am currently lusting after?
I really like when you link the items. And the shop page is great! Would love it if you could keep all the things you bought and loved there (because some times you can only see the newer pieces). And the lust page is great for inspiration!
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post? Let me know.
Love the music you listen to! A playlist a week/a month would be amazing. Plus I love it when you put real songs in your vlogs (and not just background music).
Anyway you’re doing an amazing job with great content! Really looking forward to your videos every week!
Firstly, love love LOVE the outfit!
1. What do you think of the layout? Do you like the one blogpost per page and the scrolling/clicking through to the next post? Or do you prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title? This is a big one for me to get right so do let me know your thoughts on this.
I love how super huge the photographs are I think it makes the images very chic-looking and also really magnifies the details on the outfits, which are so important as we all know! I think I would love there to be a sort of contents page, as such, where the titles and single images are displayed because sometimes I like to go back and look at previous posts and I find this quite difficult to do with the current layout, especially because I don’t have a laptop and use my phone mostly to look.
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Did you even know they were there? Would you prefer to see my shopping lists on Instagram stories and/or perhaps in a full blogpost once a month? Or do you like these lists for weekly inspiration here on the blog? I can see from my analytics that you guys check out the shop page which showcases the items I’m wearing currently and thats awesome but what about the items I am currently lusting after?
I always scroll through your shopping lists, although I have to admit I have not shopped from them but I would miss it if it was not there. It might be nice to see a blog post every month or so about what you want to buy or what items are inspiring you or you’re lusting over for that month, etc, like a mood board for example? Personally, I don’t really watch Instagram stories as much as I should, however I love seeing your wishlist videos on YouTube I could watch them forever.
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post? Let me know.
Yes, yes, yes! I love having a song to accompany each post I think it is important to do that. I have been trying to figure out how to do it on my own blog to have a different song for each post (inspired by yourself, naturally) but I am not tech-savvy enough to have figured this one out yet hahaha
Hope that my ramblings have helped a little bit and actually make sense?
xxxx
1. What do you think of the layout? Do you like the one blogpost per page and the scrolling/clicking through to the next post? Or do you prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title? This is a big one for me to get right so do let me know your thoughts on this.
The way of clicking around to the next post isn’t that important to me but I’d like it to be easier no navigate to older posts. So if I’d click pages > food multiple posts next to each other with just a picture and the headline. The large size of the photos in the blogposts I like because it’s so detailed and high quality but sometimes I find it difficult to see the whole picture because it is so big.
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Did you even know they were there? Would you prefer to see my shopping lists on Instagram stories and/or perhaps in a full blogpost once a month? Or do you like these lists for weekly inspiration here on the blog? I can see from my analytics that you guys check out the shop page which showcases the items I’m wearing currently and thats awesome but what about the items I am currently lusting after?
I prefer the shopping list to be on the blog, but don’t remember it’s the so much. Maybe a blogpost every other week?
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post? Let me know.
Why did I not now that this was here? I have gotten SO MANY music recs through you. A playlist a month? I’ll gobble it down!
Much love<3
1. I don’t mind about clicking to get to the next post, but I do wish there was a better way to search old posts. If I want to find something in your home tag, it’s quite annoying going back manually through all your posts and not all of them are tagged. Maybe add a search function?
2. I LOVE the shopping list that is at the bottom of your blog, I check it every so often, usually before making a purchase or if I need inspo. I would be up for more wishlist posts on the blog and IG, although I’m not sure my bank balance or boyfriend would be too happy about then.
3. Nope, I never do I’m afraid. Usually, because I’m reading on my phone or at work.
1. Love the current layout. I can see why others might prefer the magazine layout where multiple options are showcased at a time, but I don’t find the current layout too inconvenient. I especially love the multiple photos and divided text, so it’s not just one big block of text.
2. I don’t always use the shopping sections but I do enjoy having a direct link to the items. I know this is a lot of work, so I just wanted to thank you for all of the hard work you do for us.
3. I absolutely love the song on every post. I haven’t encountered any other blogger that does this and it just sets the perfect mood. I do also think dedicated playlists posts could do well as I do enjoy discovering new music.
You’re doing great by the way, everything you do is very much appreciated. <333
I think your blog is awesome Megan! Love the content and photos re: styling (fashion and interior design) and your travel tips for different cities you visit 😊👌
1. Overall, I quite like the layout – the pictures, colours, etc. Personally, I prefer an overview of the blogposts available for each category rather than one blogpost per page (easier and quicker to find if looking for something in particular).
2. I don’t shop from the shopping lists per se but I do love to have a look at your lists for inspo! I suppose whether that’s at the bottom of the homepage or in the form of a monthly blog – you do you 😊
3. I don’t listen to the song but I think it’s cool that you have one there. I guess the song per post probably gives some insight to readers into how you’re feeling when you’re writing particular posts.. but a monthly playlist is also a good idea.
On the commute do can’t type lengthy posts rn so will give you my thoughts later but essentially 1 per page no I don’t look at the shopping links etc and yes quite often. You have great musical tastes.
Hello from Berlin,
I really love your work and your spirit! But honestly I follow you more on Instagram but I wanna change that – because photos AND articles are just the best and your blog is great. To your questions: 1. I prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts in line with one image, the title and a little teaser so I know what it’s about. 2. I think a monthly (or weekly? text don’t need to be long) blogpost about your current fashion favorites would be better. 3. I also think the monthly playlist is a great idea to show which mood you are in. You could also post this playlist under each article that month.
Keep on rockin!
First of all I need to say that I love your style. I discover your blog not long ago, but fell in love with it. You are my biggest style icon and inspiration.
1. What do you think of the layout? Do you like the one blogpost per page and the scrolling/clicking through to the next post? Or do you prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title? This is a big one for me to get right so do let me know your thoughts on this.
I would prefer the blog with a number of posts in line with title and image, I find little hard reading as it is now. Still lovely and the images are perfect but would prefer an organised one.
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Did you even know they were there? Would you prefer to see my shopping lists on Instagram stories and/or perhaps in a full blogpost once a month? Or do you like these lists for weekly inspiration here on the blog? I can see from my analytics that you guys check out the shop page which showcases the items I’m wearing currently and thats awesome but what about the items I am currently lusting after?
I would like to have a shopping list for every blog post to shop the look and maybe as well a monthly or weekly one, in case I missed something on the way or you have more to suggest.
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post? Let me know.
Unfortunately most of the time I don’t, but just because I read your blog at work and I can’t play loud music!! But I love the idea of having a song that goes with every post, I feel like it makes it more personal, but I wouldn’t mind having a monthly playlist to get more music inspo.
Keep inspiring 🙂
Hi Megan!
First I would like to say thank you. Your blog and your style are giving me the strength to go out of my comfort zone with my outfits and it’s really refreshing 🙂
1. What do you think of the layout? Do you like the one blogpost per page and the scrolling/clicking through to the next post? Or do you prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title? This is a big one for me to get right so do let me know your thoughts on this.
I love your colour palette, red and pink are definitely your colours. Regarding the layout, maybe you could have a snippet of the new post on the home page with one picture, a couple of sentences and a button “read more”. I think the home page should be shorter, sometimes it can be annoying to scroll until the end. Under the highlighted post, you can have a number of blogposts in a line.
I love that you are using large pictures that take the entire screen. The quality of the picture and the outfit are really highlighted.
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Did you even know they were there? Would you prefer to see my shopping lists on Instagram stories and/or perhaps in a full blogpost once a month? Or do you like these lists for weekly inspiration here on the blog? I can see from my analytics that you guys check out the shop page which showcases the items I’m wearing currently and thats awesome but what about the items I am currently lusting after?
I like the shopping list in the blogpost, it’s so much easier for us to shop. Maybe you could have 2 pages under the label “Shop” one for your lust list and one what you are currently wearing? A bit similar to what you have at the moment. Also I like the idea to include more Instagram with your lust list, your favourites 🙂
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post? Let me know.
I often forget to listen to the song that accompanies the post, perhaps a monthly playlist would be a great idea.
You are always so bold with your outfit and definitely the Queen of clashing colours, I was thinking maybe you could have a serie about colour-combo that are not supposed to be combined together. I’m thinking about your Chloe bag. It wasn’t a colour-combo you would have picked but at the end, it looks stunning especially with your super hot boots Joseph 👌
Lots of love from Belgium! Amandine ♡
Thanks angel, so great to hear! xx
I’ve always been a mahoosive fan of yours and what I love the most is how grounded you still are and how you’ve always stuck to your Northern routes. Whether it’s personal posts or your sublime style sharing, I love everything you put out there so keep doing you and that’s absolutely fine by me. However, I am happy to help so I’ll give my answers to the questions!
1. What do you think of the layout? Do you like the one blogpost per page and the scrolling/clicking through to the next post? Or do you prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title? This is a big one for me to get right so do let me know your thoughts on this.
Although sometimes it can get a bit tiresome scrolling to the bottom, I do love the page by page set up as it breaks it up nicely as though you’re literally turning a page (and the large images are a big yes too) perhaps a read more with a little preview snippet on the posts may be helpful? Or a summary of latest posts in a row at the top of your homepage either in place of the slider or underneath? Also just to note, I’m on mobile a lot and often my tiny brain can’t always process all the text at once and it leaves me in a fluster haha so an extension to click on when browsing your site definitely could be ideal! Oh AND a search bar. I like to look back at your past posts without having to search through every page so an archive or a place you could type what you’re looking for would be really handy (unless you already have this implemented and I’m a total idiot for not being able to find it!)
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Did you even know they were there? Would you prefer to see my shopping lists on Instagram stories and/or perhaps in a full blogpost once a month? Or do you like these lists for weekly inspiration here on the blog? I can see from my analytics that you guys check out the shop page which showcases the items I’m wearing currently and thats awesome but what about the items I am currently lusting after?
Hell yeah! Your shopping lists are one of my fave things. If ever I’m lacking in inspo I’ll head to your shopping page to see A) what you’re wearing and B) what you’re lusting after. Your quirky, loud tastes are so up my street so for me, that’s a number one feature. A round up blog post once a month would be handy but then a lot of things go out of stock quickly so it might be a downfall in that department. Sharing on instastories is always gonna be a yes – I already excessively follow any links you provide so a full shopping list would be like Christmas come early!
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post? Let me know.
Another hell yeah! Along with your fashion sense, your music taste is A*. Discovering (and rediscovering) via your recommendations and shoutouts is the best and I reckon a dedicated blog post focusing on this alone would be even better! A song accompanying a post is also another detail that makes you unique and I think it really adds to the mood. Music tells a story as well as photography and words!
I hope I’ve at least helped a little but honestly don’t feel the need to drastically change because you slay life as you are now with all the random topics. Fashion and styling with other parts of you thrown in to the measure sounds perfect! xxx
PS. THOSE TROUSERS!!!
Thanks so much for the kind words, & amazing feedback, lovely lady!! xx
Hi Megan! Thanks for the bold and never-ending inspiration! I can definitely say that since you’re uploading less often on Youtube, I keep fishing for your amazing colour clashing skills and your blog is now my absolute go-to!
1. What do you think of the layout? Do you like the one blogpost per page and the scrolling/clicking through to the next post? Or do you prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title? This is a big one for me to get right so do let me know your thoughts on this.
— First off, love love love your branding!
— I prefer post per page. Otherwise it merges and might get confusing, especially having in mind that you have lots of photos that might seem like they create sections.
— However, finding older posts/browsing through them is quite difficult. Sometimes it’s nice to see the whole overview.
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Did you even know they were there? Would you prefer to see my shopping lists on Instagram stories and/or perhaps in a full blogpost once a month? Or do you like these lists for weekly inspiration here on the blog? I can see from my analytics that you guys check out the shop page which showcases the items I’m wearing currently and thats awesome but what about the items I am currently lusting after?
— I do shop or at least browse through the shopping list. It’s a good overview of what’s in the look and if I want to have a look at a couple items, the shopping list makes it easier to navigate. Maybe it would be useful for navigational reasons to have it higher up? Sometimes I really want to have a look at the items and have to scroll to the very bottom.
— Your shopping list is something I come back to quite often for inspiration between your Youtube videos and blog posts. I think it could work if your ‘lusting after’ items were in another section under ‘shop’. I prefer something more stable than IG stories, so I’d vote for keeping it on the blog, but seeing it on your insta stories as well is also welcome!
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post? Let me know.
— Depending on circumstances, I might listen to the song to get the feel. However, I’d suggest to bring it to the top. I find that I would like to play your selected song while reading the post, but the link is at the bottom, so sometimes I forget about it. So after I read the post and want to move on to the next thing on the Internet, I get to music, but it’s too late and I’ve missed it. And yes, Spotify only lets you play a bit of the song, which is annoying sometimes.
— Yes to a monthly playlist!
Hope this helps! Looking forward to updates on the website and your future content!
Lots of love,
kotryna ♡
Thanks so much for the feedback, Kotryna! Really appreciate it! xx
Absolutely loving ‘Friday Skive’ Megan! Also here are my answers for you!!
1. What do you think of the layout? I love your current layout – I think it’s really original to you and I like that!
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? I use shopping lists through Instagram more, personally!
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? A monthly playlist would be really cool – I’m a music novice so like knowing what other people listen to!
Thanks gorgeous girl, so glad you’re enjoying the Friday Skive! xx
1. like both, depends on if you are planning on switching the posts up
2. don’t shop from the list but like your new season compiling post with links
3. I ADORE the music, please please don’t remove!!!! go in here often especially for that
another thing which I bet would get you more comments is putting the comment box above the other comments. sometimes you have to scroll so far down.
Hi Megan! It’s so cool to see you style pieces we’ve already seen 🙂 It’s personally one of my favorite things on the blog, that you don’t just wear a piece once and discard it or send it back to the shop after. Now onto the questions:
1. What do you think of the layout? Do you like the one blogpost per page and the scrolling/clicking through to the next post? Or do you prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title? This is a big one for me to get right so do let me know your thoughts on this.
–> Like many people said it before me, it’s quite hard to find older blogposts. An archive that is easy to navigate would be awesome, so maybe sections for each year etc and big yes for a search bar as well. Maybe it would be nice if the homepage stayed the same, but there was an option to display the posts in line with one image and the title, so everyone is happy and can chose what they want. The layout of each post is perfect in my opinion, a really great balance of text and images, everything flows naturally. One other detail: the clickable area of your logo is quite big, so sometimes when I click a link in the text that’s close to the top, it clicks the logo instead and I’m sent back to the homepage. Maybe it would be nice if the header could disappear once we are reading a post.
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Did you even know they were there? Would you prefer to see my shopping lists on Instagram stories and/or perhaps in a full blogpost once a month? Or do you like these lists for weekly inspiration here on the blog? I can see from my analytics that you guys check out the shop page which showcases the items I’m wearing currently and thats awesome but what about the items I am currently lusting after?
–> I never shopped from the lists before, but I think they are a nice addition. Your blog is very intuitive and pleasant, it has everything I need. Not a big fan of Instagram so I love the fact that I can find everything on your blog. I personally would enjoy it more if the shopping lists once a month were on YouTube, like you did in the past (not sure if you still do since i’m very behind on your videos).
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post? Let me know.
–> I listen to the song most of the time, it’s such a great touch and I love how the title matches the post sometimes, very cool. What would be even cooler is a monthly post with your favorite music / book / movie etc
Thanks for taking the time to ask us all about what we think of the blog 🙂 As you can see everyone loves what you do, I hope all the feedback will be useful!
Lots of love, can’t wait to see what you have in store for us in 2019!!!
Howdy beautiful!
1. Your current layout is gorge but does make it hard to find the posts I’m most interested in or the ones I’d like to go back to. I tend to read a few posts in one go and like to do it chronologically so being able to go back to earlier posts by just seeing one photo and the title would make it easier. As a reference, I think that the layout on http://theannaedit.com is super neat, facilitating and beautiful!
2. I personally don’t shop fast fashion and luxury brands but I think it’s good to list the items in a post’s photos. Again, easier to shop when you see them styled by yer styling queen Megs.
3. I did not listen to the songs until this post cause I’m a silly monkey who thought clicking the play button would open spotify on my browser. Now I know, I will haha. But maybe putting the song after the first photo would enable readers to listen to the song whilst reading the post aye. Your favourite songs of the moment in a post would also be much appreciated!
And YES more rewearing items posts! Non-clothing favourites filmed for your channel or a post would be grand, cause you’ve got a great eye for interiors and music. I feel like we’d get to know you better when knowing what books, podcasts, series, art you like (I like me some recs too obviously).
Alright, keep on shining and have a good weekend! xx
1. What do you think of the layout? Do you like the one blogpost per page and the scrolling/clicking through to the next post? Or do you prefer blogs/websites that share a number of blogposts neatly in line with simply one image and the title? This is a big one for me to get right so do let me know your thoughts on this.
The one post per page system can be very frustrating and I personally prefer to be able to scroll down and choose the posts I’d like to read.
2. Do you shop from the shopping lists at the bottom of the homepage? Did you even know they were there? Would you prefer to see my shopping lists on Instagram stories and/or perhaps in a full blogpost once a month? Or do you like these lists for weekly inspiration here on the blog? I can see from my analytics that you guys check out the shop page which showcases the items I’m wearing currently and thats awesome but what about the items I am currently lusting after?
No but that’s mainly a budget issue and I don’t really like online shopping anyways. But I personally LOVE looking at the items you are currently lusting over it is a really great way to get even more inspiration! Although I would very much like a weekly inspiration post.
3. Do you listen to the song that accompanies each post? Would you like to see more about the music I’m listening to? Perhaps a monthly playlist dedicated blogpost could work better than the song per post? Let me know.
I don’t always listen to it but I love the idea of you putting a song that matches the feeling of the post I think that’s very interesting. Making a spotify list of all the songs you put on yor blog posts would be really helpful too.