Dictionary.com defines purpose as “the reason for which something exists or is done”. I’ve been doing a lot of thinking about my purpose in blogging. Most of the time, bloggers are expected to find and hold fast to a niche….
My Word of the Year | Personal Goals & What To Expect From the Blog in 2019
You’re probably feeling inundated with 2019 inspiration, organization, and expectations. I’m already feeling a little burnt out myself from reading all the things that people have planned for the next year. I think goals and resolutions are good. I also…
What’s the Roast: #AskGabby Vol. II
This post is sponsored by Dunkin’ and Her Campus Media. All opinions are 100% my own. Every couple of weeks I bring around the What’s the Roast post. This week’s theme is #AskGabby round 2. Y’all really delivered when I…
The Do’s and Don’ts of Being Fabulous on a Budget
The top comment on this look when I posted it to Instagram was “how chic are you?” and “why are you so fabulous?” I’ve decided to take a larger focus on style posts since I actually have people to take…
MY OOTW: Summer 2018
So, I know you might be expecting a Weekly Brew from Hannah but I’m taking over this week with a summer OOTW post that I think will be my new format for the weekly Roast. It’ll force me to continue…
Stepping Back From the Technology | A Summertime LBD
The past few days I’ve spent pretty much all day in training for my summer job. I’m working as an RA for a program on campus and I can’t wait to get started. We have a pretty tight schedule during…
What’s the Roast: My 9-5 Took Over
I am ferociously typing this post out so that I can get it up before an unreasonable time tonight. I’ve started training and between moving out of my apartment and into the dorm, I am exhausted. And, I totally forgot…
All Tee’d Up | The Best Graphic Tees of the Summer
*There are affiliate links throughout this post. This means that we’ll receive a small portion when you click and purchase using our links. This revenue goes towards keeping the blog running smoothly. Thank ya!* Every summer, Hannah and I have…
Friday Chit Chat: Random Thoughts
I’ve been thinking about blogging and the pressures of social media and the push to be “perfect”. Now, I don’t see myself as perfect, but through the lens of social media it may seem like I always have everything together….
Current Favorites: Winter 2017
When I start to love something, I never put it down and use it until it either breaks or I have none left. For example, when I was 10 I had a pair of mules [trendy from the beginning tbh]…
My Style Diary: Summer & Fall 2017
Only one paper stands between me and the end of my fall semester which is totally bittersweet. I am ready for winter break and my last semester here in Chapel Hill. I just have a feeling that 2018 is going to…
3 Ways to Style A Vest!
There are several affiliate links throughout this post. You’re contributions go to making The Swirl the best it can be. Thank you for your continued support! Vests are my fall/winter style pick. You can layer those bad boys with sweaters, dresses,…