Ladies, I have a confession to make. I am super camera shy. While I adore a great photo of myself I do not love being in front of the camera. It is my least favorite part about doing my weekly fashion posts. But I’m a firm believer in kicking yourself out of your comfort zone to meet new people, try new things and continuing to grow. Often times I do this in haste and then later realize that by saying yes to that new experience I have made myself very uncomfortable. That was the case when I said yes to chief stylist Rosana from DCStyleFactory earlier this month.
She needed models for Let’s Talk Live. As in on-camera models. Eesh! I was fine at my fitting for Normcore Chic.
Image courtesy of DCStyleFactory
But in the days leading up to the actual television event, where I had nothing to do but stand and smile, I wanted to crawl under a rock. It seemed way too much. There’s a reason I’m a writer. I started to think of excuses about why I shouldn’t do it. “It’s not a paid gig.” “I should just focus on my work or the kids.” I thought “how selfish of me to ask my parents to take over my daily parental duties” for something like this. All that worry and stress for nothing. The traffic to the television studio was what ended up being the nerve-wracking thing. I was fine. It was fun and a total break from the normal routine. Plus, the look is affordable! Check it out the full video.
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Gap Essential Leggings/Zara Tunic (similar)/Dolce Vita Slides/Zara Combined Shopper Bag (comes in THREE colors!)/Scarf
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You looked great in that TV segment! I actually havent heard of the term “norm core” but your outfit definitely did not look frumpy!!
Another super camera shy writer checking in. I know the feeling all too well and discomfort is putting it mildly. I’m glad it turned out so well for you, minus the traffic.
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Such a cute outfit! It’s good to stretch ourselves sometimes, I think. Good for you! 🙂 I’m glad it went well.
it is normal to feel shy! you looks beautiful!
thank you for the link up!
Irene
http://www.thedailylace.com
lovely look
have a nice day darling
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It’s good to push yourself out of your comfort zone once in awhile! I’m glad it turned out to be a great expedience for you! I’ll check out the video during lunch today!
Jill
Doused In Pink
How cool is that? What a fun gig! You looked great. Love those slides.
Good for you for stepping out of your comfort zone! (And what a neat opportunity 🙂 I love the slides!
Xoxo,
Shian | http://www.thefashioninvestigator.com/
Oh I would be so awkward in front of a video camera too. But like all things, it just takes practice and then it will be second nature to you.
Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com
Hope to see you Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.
I don’t think I’d be very comfortable in that situation either, but what an awesome experience! Also- your scarf game is really on point. I love the way that’s tied!
I’m with you on being camera shy. I’m trying to break out of that with my daily videos. You did amazing and looked gorgeous!!!! Thank you for sharing.
You look great! Good for you for pushing yourself!
xo julesinflats