Black Hair Media Forum : Very discourage http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/ Mon, 20 May 2013 17:14:11 +0000 Mon, 05 Nov 2012 13:49:16 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 10.15 360 Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=350465 <![CDATA[Black Hair Media Forum]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com//forum_images/BHM_Logo_v5_Forum.jpg http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/ <![CDATA[Very discourage : Honestly I saw nothing in your...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903844.html#9903844 Author: Tbaby
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 1:49pm

Honestly I saw nothing in your blog that was interesting.  The clothes were meh, the jewelry wasn't unique and I didn't even bother to read because fashion is about looks not words.  I don't think your talents are strong in this area.

]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 13:49:16 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903844.html#9903844 <![CDATA[Very discourage : I like the picture collages. but...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903635.html#9903635 Author: tropical-punch
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 12:38pm

I like the picture collages. but maybe add a border around the pics?]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 12:38:00 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903635.html#9903635 <![CDATA[Very discourage : Maybe spicing up ur outfits a...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903591.html#9903591 Author: PRnena
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 12:14pm

Maybe spicing up ur outfits a little ?

They seem a little blah

Get better lighting

Choose a better angle

That's all ima say ..]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 12:14:49 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903591.html#9903591 <![CDATA[Very discourage : I&#039;m not sure if has already...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903582.html#9903582 Author: Afrocentchic
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 12:08pm

I'm not sure if has already been suggested, but perhaps joining tumblr or having some of the sites on tumblr promote you would help your cause greatly. ]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 12:08:52 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903582.html#9903582 <![CDATA[Very discourage : What&#039;s your blog about epitome? ...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903552.html#9903552 Author: Random Thoughts
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 11:59am

What's your blog about epitome?]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 11:59:11 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903552.html#9903552 <![CDATA[Very discourage : I was not trying to be rude...yall...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903548.html#9903548 Author: EPITOME
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 11:56am

I was not trying to be rude...yall stop being messyLOL

But you really have to think of WHY you are blogging and what you want to say.  If the purpose is to just reach a few friends, then you're good. but if you're trying to reach an audience outside of that, it cannot be haphazard.  if it doesn't look like you took time to make the blog or write it, why should i take time to read it?


Edited by EPITOME - Nov 05 2012 at 12:18pm]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 11:56:41 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903548.html#9903548 <![CDATA[Very discourage : Some pretty cool blogs in here....]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903542.html#9903542 Author: Random Thoughts
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 11:52am

Some pretty cool blogs in here. I'm going to pass them along to some friends. ]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 11:52:38 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903542.html#9903542 <![CDATA[Very discourage : Take the pictures outside maybe...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903392.html#9903392 Author: RoxieDream
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 10:03am

Take the pictures outside maybe

My biggest issue is that it's not visually appealing
]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 10:03:53 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903392.html#9903392 <![CDATA[Very discourage : One more thing...practice posing......]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903386.html#9903386 Author: goodm3
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 9:59am

One more thing...practice posing... and from the way it looks who ever is taking pictures is shorter than you. Have them stand on something so that the picture is not from the bottom up.]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 09:59:43 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903386.html#9903386 <![CDATA[Very discourage : OP - every business has its ups...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903380.html#9903380 Author: goodm3
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 9:53am

OP - every business has its ups and downs...if its your passion, keep pressing on. I'm starting business and last week I had to fire my web designer and may have to take him to court. This is all while I was suppose to launch last week. Right now I could give up, lots of $$$ is now gone but this is what I want to do and no one is going to stop me.  You have to be strong....people will let you down, talk about you, you yourself will get tired and frustrated but is something we ALLLLL go through. 

A few tips.
1. Change the blog template. There are some nice ones that run about $30 that would totally change the look and feel of your blog. 
2. Write down and clearly state the objectives and goals of your blog. Who/What's your target market?  
3. Know your industry...the fashion blogger community is something fierce. Find your lane: High fashion, budget friendly, corporate chic, causal charp etc????  If you're going to get in that lane....figure out how to stand out.
4. Start taking pictures outside....couches in the background is a distraction...and ppl like to see clothes in a natural light. 

One blogger I recently started to follow is Jessica Kane. She looks nothing like me but I love that fact that she's very honest and relate-able(probably not a real word, lol) but she has a story behind all of her outfits so you get know a little about her as well. 
http://www.lifeandstyleofjessica.com





]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 09:53:57 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903380.html#9903380 <![CDATA[Very discourage : Prazol60 wrote:Ok I went...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903350.html#9903350 Author: Random Thoughts
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 9:19am

Originally posted by Prazol60 Prazol60 wrote:

Ok I went to your blog and I will give you a few tips:

-Get a new theme. Loves of people make them for free. Search through my post and you will see I linked to several sites that offer free help/tips on designing a website. They also have free themes for you. http://www.deviantart.com/ also has stuff, just remember to give credit where it is due.

-Your photos are not good. You can buy a cheap black velvet backdrop to take pictures. It'll look much better. Also hang up stuff or just a dummy. Putting on a bed or floor looks messy.

-It takes time to get viewers and you will do best to link to others and ask for link backs. Once again: IT TAKES TIME

-Look at other popular plus size bloggers and see how they do it. I am not saying to copy them but study and learn from them. Search for stores and brands that most plus size women don't know about. We all know about Lane Bryant. This will set you apart from the crowd.

http://www.gabifresh.com/
http://www.cupcakesclothes.com/
http://www.iamweesha.com/

Plus size brands:
http://www.igigi.com/  (she gives shout outs)
http://www.kiyonna.com/
http://www.asos.com/Women/Curve-Size/Cat/pgecategory.aspx?cid=9577&via=top

Have a Pin link on your site
Get on ALL the social media sites
Update everyday, it doesn't matter if is short or just a blog roll, post every single day
Get sponsors (you have to network to make this work)

Good luck OP


lol didn't see this. Could have saved my words. Good post.
]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 09:19:52 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903350.html#9903350 <![CDATA[Very discourage : My constructive advice? Find a...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903347.html#9903347 Author: Random Thoughts
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 9:18am

My constructive advice? Find a better blog layout theme. The one you have now is fairly generic. I understand simple is what you are going for, but it's also boring and not very inviting. It will go a long way if your layout is fresh and fun (and easy to navigate) along with your sense of fashion.

Wordpress has some very good themes, some of them are for pay, but alot of good ones are free.

http://theme.wordpress.com/

Also might help to start a twitter account and network with other fashion bloggers to get your name out there.

Good luck.
]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 09:18:05 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903347.html#9903347 <![CDATA[Very discourage : lmao^^ ]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903341.html#9903341 Author: mzmee
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 9:13am

lmao^^]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 09:13:24 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903341.html#9903341 <![CDATA[Very discourage : Limalady wrote:You know what?...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903339.html#9903339 Author: laceyfront
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 9:12am

Originally posted by Limalady Limalady wrote:

You know what? I will give BHM credit. No one has gone in. Either we are getting nicer/soft or you guys like the OP. Either way, I am proud. I have only read constructive criticism in this thread. Since BHM is nice now, can we do a "Rate my Face" thread?
image
]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 09:12:49 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903339.html#9903339 <![CDATA[Very discourage : The day is still early ]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903322.html#9903322 Author: Missvw
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 9:00am

The day is still early]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 09:00:35 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903322.html#9903322 <![CDATA[Very discourage : You know what? I will give BHM...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903321.html#9903321 Author: Limalady
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 8:59am

You know what? I will give BHM credit. No one has gone in. Either we are getting nicer/soft or you guys like the OP. Either way, I am proud. I have only read constructive criticism in this thread. Since BHM is nice now, can we do a "Rate my Face" thread?]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 08:59:20 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903321.html#9903321 <![CDATA[Very discourage : Ok I went to your blog and I will...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903318.html#9903318 Author: Prazol60
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 8:54am

Ok I went to your blog and I will give you a few tips:

-Get a new theme. Loves of people make them for free. Search through my post and you will see I linked to several sites that offer free help/tips on designing a website. They also have free themes for you. http://www.deviantart.com/ also has stuff, just remember to give credit where it is due.

-Your photos are not good. You can buy a cheap black velvet backdrop to take pictures. It'll look much better. Also hang up stuff or just a dummy. Putting on a bed or floor looks messy.

-It takes time to get viewers and you will do best to link to others and ask for link backs. Once again: IT TAKES TIME

-Look at other popular plus size bloggers and see how they do it. I am not saying to copy them but study and learn from them. Search for stores and brands that most plus size women don't know about. We all know about Lane Bryant. This will set you apart from the crowd.

http://www.gabifresh.com/
http://www.cupcakesclothes.com/
http://www.iamweesha.com/

Plus size brands:
http://www.igigi.com/  (she gives shout outs)
http://www.kiyonna.com/
http://www.asos.com/Women/Curve-Size/Cat/pgecategory.aspx?cid=9577&via=top

Have a Pin link on your site
Get on ALL the social media sites
Update everyday, it doesn't matter if is short or just a blog roll, post every single day
Get sponsors (you have to network to make this work)

Good luck OP
]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 08:54:33 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903318.html#9903318 <![CDATA[Very discourage : ]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903319.html#9903319 Author: laceyfront
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 8:54am

]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 08:54:30 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903319.html#9903319 <![CDATA[Very discourage : EPITOME wrote:why did you...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903313.html#9903313 Author: Missvw
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 8:46am

Originally posted by EPITOME EPITOME wrote:

why did you start a fashion blog? do you get compliments and comments on your fashion sense?
I just can't Cry
]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 08:46:32 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903313.html#9903313 <![CDATA[Very discourage : ^^Ruh rooooh!OP don&#039;t be...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903311.html#9903311 Author: Posh Ams
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 8:43am

^^Ruh rooooh!

OP don't be discouraged- if you are truly passionate about this, persevere and you will achieve your goals. Think about maybe changing up your style and showcasing your new outfits/look etc.
I can PM you the link to my mini-blog if you like HTH
]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 08:43:51 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903311.html#9903311 <![CDATA[Very discourage : EPITOME wrote:why did you...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903309.html#9903309 Author: mzmee
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 8:42am

Originally posted by EPITOME EPITOME wrote:

why did you start a fashion blog? do you get compliments and comments on your fashion sense?
*Escorts Epitome out of thread in cuffs*]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 08:42:55 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903309.html#9903309 <![CDATA[Very discourage : Oh Boy. Here y&#039;all go. ]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903307.html#9903307 Author: Limalady
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 8:39am

Oh Boy. Here y'all go.]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 08:39:30 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903307.html#9903307 <![CDATA[Very discourage : why did you start a fashion blog?...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903302.html#9903302 Author: EPITOME
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 8:31am

why did you start a fashion blog? do you get compliments and comments on your fashion sense?]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 08:31:10 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903302.html#9903302 <![CDATA[Very discourage : Gkisses wrote: ]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903231.html#9903231 Author: Missvw
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 6:12am

Originally posted by Gkisses Gkisses wrote:



LOLLOLCry
]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 06:12:21 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903231.html#9903231 <![CDATA[Very discourage : IA try to find a way to set...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903093.html#9903093 Author: khivey
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 12:35am

IA try to find a way to set yourself apart from the rest because blogging is trending though.


Edited by khivey - Nov 05 2012 at 12:41am]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 00:35:00 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903093.html#9903093 <![CDATA[Very discourage : You should go on Essence.com and...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903077.html#9903077 Author: sweet_n_stuff04
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 05 2012 at 12:19am

You should go on Essence.com and get some fashion ideas. They have a section called Curvy Girl Style...maybe that'll help some.]]> Mon, 05 Nov 2012 00:19:33 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9903077.html#9903077 <![CDATA[Very discourage : ]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9902906.html#9902906 Author: fairyQueen092
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 04 2012 at 10:04pm

]]> Sun, 04 Nov 2012 22:04:04 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9902906.html#9902906 <![CDATA[Very discourage : Also maytedoll ]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9902882.html#9902882 Author: iSMILE13
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 04 2012 at 9:52pm

Also maytedoll]]> Sun, 04 Nov 2012 21:52:10 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9902882.html#9902882 <![CDATA[Very discourage : I think you could use a little...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9902877.html#9902877 Author: iSMILE13
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 04 2012 at 9:51pm

I think you could use a little guidance. Curves and confidence is a nice blog and maybe you can get some inspiration from her blog to help guide you. ]]> Sun, 04 Nov 2012 21:51:27 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9902877.html#9902877 <![CDATA[Very discourage : .............. ]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/very-discourage_topic350465_post9902847.html#9902847 Author: Fraiche2Death
Subject: 350465
Posted: Nov 04 2012 at 9:33pm

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