Last May I started A Midwestern Mix as a creative outlet. Surrounded by mostly males at work {and by Kyle & Beckett at home}, I felt like I was lacking an ability to share my passions for writing, fashion, fitness and lots of other girlie topics. Growing up, friends would ask me what I was wearing when we were going out or where I got a specific piece and as I got older and posted pictures on social media from different things, I started getting text messages or phone calls with those same questions. Where did I get the jeans I was wearing in last Saturday’s Facebook post? Where should someone look for the best pair of nude heels? What should someone wear to an outdoor wedding? At the beginning of 2015 I knew that I wanted to start a blog but was not entirely sure what I wanted it to look like or even how to really go about it. I told myself I wouldn’t start anything until I had done my research and had 1 months worth of content ready. I wanted to consistently post every Monday, Wednesday, Friday along with the potential to post on ‘off’ days if there were major sales or something special to talk about. I wanted to commit to blogging but also worried about overwhelming myself since I had a full, 40+ hour job, a house to take care of and a husband & pup to spend time with. So on May 4, 2015 I began my blogger journey.
Fast forward 9 months and here I am! Fully committed to A Midwestern Mix and so excited to continue to grow it not only as my creative outlet but also as a personal brand. The blog will still 100% reflect ME but on an even more amplified scale. You can expect very similar content as well as new collaborations, more fitness & food/recipe posts, travel guides, and other exciting things! Today I am introducing you to a new look, a new logo, and a new domain. Over the next few weeks I will be making a couple more tweaks and updates so please let me know what you like, don’t like, and share any suggestions you may have! 🙂
I would like to say a huge THANK-YOU to Katie Kassel for creating–in free hand–my new logo. She seriously killed it for me. It is everything I asked for and she was so patient and open to my critiques and needs. I absolutely adore her! Along with Katie, I’m thankful for great customer service from both BluChic and Bluehost as well as help from a few amazing co-workers {gngsta life} that made my launch goal of February 1, 2016 happen. As they say: ‘it takes a village,’ and that couldn’t have been more true throughout this process. Last but not least, my biggest thanks goes to the person behind the lens: Kyle. Without his willingness to venture out to random locations in all types of weather conditions, this entire blog would have never been possible. He’s supported me the entire time and I couldn’t ask for anything more!
Here’s to hoping you all love the new look as much as I do and as I said above…PLEASE let me know what you think and what you’d like to see from A Midwestern Mix moving forward!
Shop the Look:
Skirt / Turtleneck / Sandals (also here) / Necklace
omggg i looove that new look! and that midi skirt too….great work !! xx
So glad you like it!! Isn’t the midi length so fun!? 🙂
Loving it all Kristin! Congrats! ~Anna http://www.pepperandlife.com
Thank you so much!!!
Love love love it!!! You look Gorgeous as well ??
Xoxo,
Jess
http://www.mustheartstyle.WordPress.com
You’re too sweet! Thanks lady!
Congrats on the new logo! We started at the same time!! I was May 1st last year 🙂 loving seeing the progress and reminds me I need to do some rebranding.
What great timing! You’re blog is such an inspiration to me!!! xox
I love the fresh, new look!!! Great job Kristin. I’m loving this outfit a lot too 🙂
Gunjan | http://www.songbirdechoes.com
Thank you for the sweet words!!! <3
Absolutely love it! I especially love the color palette. You look beautiful in these pictures! Yay!
THANK YOU! I was a little nervous about the coloring so I’m SO HAPPY you noticed it and liked it!!! 🙂
This is beautiful!!! It’s amazing how something as simply as style can help so many build their own confidence!!1 I love your page and you!! Keep reaching for the stars honey!!! Btw your midi pleated skirt is fabulous!!!
Hugs & Love
Joy
http://www.jseivad.com
I can’t thank you enough for your kind words! It means so much!!! xox
The blog looks great and you look absolutely amazing!!! Congratulations on the blog overhaul, it’s definitely a step in the right direction. Cheers! -gail
Thank you SO much pretty girl!! xox
You’re doing awesome! I can;t wait to see more of your awesome content!
Awhhh, thank you!!!
Congrats on the new logo! It’s so great to follow along on your journey and wish you even more success this year! Keep up the amazing work 🙂 I truly enjoy following ur journey on instagram and glad we could connect
http://www.wunderbliss.com
I sincerely appreciate you following along and love that we’ve connected via blogging!!! xox
Gorgeous look!!! And I love the new page. Hugs, Kait
http://makeminemaroon.com
You’re the best!!! xox
Love this, and you’re like super woman–being able to do it all!!! So inspiring 🙂 I started about 6 months ago and has been working hard on my blog as well!
xoxo Emily
http://www.ditchtheheels.com
Oh gosh, you are seriously too sweet! I love reading your blog & you’re doing a fantastic job with it! It’s so fun to see our community grow!
kristin–cheers to new-ish beginnings for a midwestern mix! btw, love the logo and in the process of redoing mine! love the pleated skirt, and hair is always SO #onpoint xoxo,
janna | http://www.jannadoan.com
So glad you love the logo! It was so fun to brainstorm and see brought to life. My hair is always something I’m so self-conscious about so THANK YOU! <3
Happy February!! I am loving the midi – so chic xoxo Samantha | http://www.pearlsandpolkadots.net
Happy February to you too, girl! Cheers!
Well, I’m very prejudiced but I think you look absolutely gorgeous in every photo, in whatever outfit you choose to wear !
Awhhh, thanks Grandma. I’ve been blessed with some pretty good genes! 🙂
Well, I’m prejudiced, but I think you look absolutely gorgeous in every photo, in whatever outfit you choose to wear!
Looks great! Congratulations.
Thank you, Leah!!
Your new logo and design look incredible! I look forward to seeing what you have in store!
xoxo, CiCi
http://www.worldwidestylista.com
So glad to hear you like it! It’s always nerve-wracking changing something! Happy Wednesday! 🙂
love love love!!! The new design looks fabulous 🙂
Yay! So glad you like it!!! xox
Such a fresh new look!! Love it all! Love following you my dear!!
Thanks for being so supportive! 🙂
I know that I already told you this, but I love the new site and your logo! This is SO YOU. Awesome job to you and your team of people. You should be feeling all the good vibes!
xo Annie
http://collectivepassions.com
Thanks, Annie! You have been one of my biggest inspirations over the past few months!!! So thankful for you! xox
Love the new look Kristin! Can wait to see what the rest of 2016 brings for you on this blogging journey! You look gorgeous in your photos as always! Happy Hump day xoxo
Thank you love!!! Appreciate the kind words! <3
Love this so much and this outfit is absolutely gorgeous! Also, can I please have those hydrangeas?! So pretty!
Thank you so much! Hydrangeas are my absolute favorite–so pretty, aren’t they!?
Love hearing about your blog story- you are killing it, girl! Keep up the amazing work 🙂
xoxo, Jenna
Boston Chic Party
I LOVE IT ALL!!! It looks amazing. Gorgeous outfit too, babe!!
XO,
Angelle