7/23/14

What I instagrammed VS What I'm doing

The fact that multiple people have sent me THIS article says a lot about who I am. Basically this is an article on the fact that I know too much about wasting time staging and editing the perfect instagram picture but in reality my life isn't nearly as glamorous. The best part of all this? I'd like to say it's true. But in my defense I CANNOT stomach the fact of a picture with bad lighting and an ugly filter. Easier said than done but not everyone can be as artsy as the chosen few *hairflip emoji*. For all you nosey fans, trust me I love being a nosey reader sometimes too...this ones for you homegirl. Oh...and homeguy because I'm sure theres one or two of you floating around...

1. #FOODPORN
What it looks like...
Post shopping spree I decided to devour the most magnificent item that would look best with a filter from a chic restaurant. I was obviously in a rush to go do some Birkram Yoga but it's okay...I think I'll sit in my car for a few and let this bad boy digest. 

What really happened was...
I was hitting up some errand returns and stumbled upon a new #BRUNCH place that offers take out. Hello, score! I was on a solo outing so why would I sit there (during peak times) and stuff my face (mess and all) for a party of one? Don't think so. Also I was in a rush to get to point B, so at point A Rachel's belly was very stuffed. P.S: My iced coffee had too much cream in it....le vom.

2. MORNING ROUTINE
What it looks like:





































Waking up with the sun. Turn on coffee pot. Scramble through my rings of the day *pending*, about to read the next greatest novel (maybe true), and some GLAMOUR. Soon followed by running out the door, sunnies in hand.

What really happened was...
I was deciding where to put my monogram (via the comfort of my bed). Got up, went downstairs to get coffee (made by...my dad...Thanks dude<3), sat at my desk, awkward left arm hovered over my right arm to get the perfect arial view. Back to bed. Pick filter. Clean up mess later. 

3. JUST A SMALL TOWN GIRL....
What it looks like: I have ample amount of coffee dates in said park where I go to sing with the musicians, break dance with the strange crew, and croissant in hand. 

What really happened was...
I just got done an interview and walked x amount of blocks to my favorite park just be-freaking-cause. Right after this picture was taken, I spotted an old ex and his new arm candy and proceeded to the nearest trashcan. Sorry, TMI freak the freak out and call everyone in my phone list to call me the heck down.

4. I WOKE UP LIKE THIS.
What it looks like: I have a fabulous photographer who enjoys taking time out of his day to photograph moi. 

What really happened was:
Things going through my mind include: This photo was supposed to be a flop. Do I look awkward? Should I smile? Well, damn who let me be a fashion blogger. This will probs look better with a filter, right? Ohhhh I like this one maybe I should put it on the blog. I planned this outfit because I'm finally not wearing black. Let's go get 7/11. My photographer is my brother. 

If you want to stalk more (it's really okay I wont judge), check out my other pretty instagrams here. Welcome to the land of the weird and home of the artsy. All are welcome

6 comments:

  1. LOLOLOLOL perfect. I love that people are doing these posts. They're wonderful.

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  2. You are too cute! This made me laugh! It's nice to keep in mind that the people we idolize on Insta aren't flawless, they're just like the rest of us.

    Michaela || The Monogrammed Midwesterner

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  3. I love this idea and the article you included. You have great little stories behind each photo. I think I might have to try this kind of themed post since you've inspired me!

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  4. I really want to do a post like this but for the "real life scenario" take a picture as well. And I am also soooo guilty of staging photos, and leaving the mess for later

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  5. haha love this! I'm totally guilty of the morning routine one. I've even sometimes taken them the night before, set my alarm to wake me up in the morning so I can post it, and then fall right back asleep. Sorry not sorry my best morning routine is getting the most beauty sleep possible
    From Mississippi With Love

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  6. Honestly, this is probably my favorite post by you.

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