Let's make some new friends. Shall we?
My very first "Center Stage" guest is Alyssa May Edwards from Sincerely Truly Scrumptious.
As soon as I discovered Alyssa's Instagram feed, I knew I had to get this girl in some Happy Chance Apparel! Alyssa is quickly becoming a well known fashion blogger and for good reason! She has THE BEST style, and it's just a bonus that she is the sweetest thing!
Here is my interview with Alyssa. You will love her as much as I do! Meet Alyssa May Edwards:
(All photos were sent to me from Alyssa)
1. Tell me about yourself.
Well I have lived in AZ all my life and just graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelors in Communication and a Special Events Management certificate. I am getting married to the love of my life this October and couldn't be happier! Besides blogging, I am the Media Concierge for AZFoothills Magazine. I am so passionate about media, events, fashion and styling just to name a few:)
2. and tell me about STS and what got you interested in blogging.
Right when I graduated high school I discovered my love for blogs. About a year later is when I really became super passionate about it and started blogging regularly. I started making jewelry and thought that blogging would be a great marketing tool. Right now my jewelry is on the back burner and I have been focusing mostly on styling, outfits and beauty. I truly enjoy blogging and think it is the best creative outlet.
3. What is your favorite season and why?
Fall/Winter Because everything exciting happens in those months {My birthday, I get married, fashion week and every fun holiday possible}
4. Do you have any hidden talents? What are they?
I wouldn't necessarily say they are hidden but I have danced all my life {ballet, hip-hop, lyrical, jazz, modern etc.} and did competitive pom in high school. I still take my mom's ballet class every Saturday morning.
5. What are 3 IG profiles that we MUST check out?
Jenaelynne - Her photos are seriously amazing
Courtsmithxx - I love her photos and her amazing boho vibe
Saralrash - Because she is the biggest babe and I love her style
6. What is one little piece of advice you would give someone wanting to start a blog?
NEVER GIVE UP!
It took me a year {blogging almost everyday} to get any type of sponsors. Don't get discouraged if you don't have many followers or that maybe your mom and grandma are your only readers. I promise your readership will grow with consistent posts and social media posts...aka Instagram. Also don't let others bring you down. It is crazy how people {even friends} will react to your blog. Some will think it is awesome and some will think it is the biggest waste of time. DONT BELIEVE THOSE PEOPLE. Chase after your dreams and don't stop till you have reached them.
Follow Alyssa on Instagram, @alyssamayedwards, and definitely check out her blog! You'll spot some Happy Chance Apparel in some of her posts!
Thank you, Alyssa! xoxo
