You might not remember, but your favorite bloggers used to look like this.
Over the past few years, personal style bloggers have become a force to be reckoned with in the fashion industry.
The influencers, who pioneered the blogging space several years ago, grew lucrative businesses out of their pages.
But how did they start out? More specifically, how did they look when they were starting out?
The Style Evolution of Chiara Ferragni From The Blonde Salad
Eight years ago, Chiara was one of the pioneers in fashion blogging. No wonder her first attempts in showcasing her personal style looked like this!
Chiara Ferragni in October 2009
For a casually stylish getup, team a tan trenchcoat with light blue jeans — these two items go pretty good together. Tobacco leather pumps make this getup complete.View Details If you feel more confident wearing something functional, you'll love this casual pairing of a black leather bomber jacket and black leggings. For something more on the dressier side to finish off this ensemble, add a pair of black leather ballerina shoes to this outfit.View Details This outfit with a red and black gingham dress shirt and charcoal skinny jeans isn't hard to assemble and easy to change. Add black leather ankle boots to the equation and the whole outfit will come together wonderfully.View Details Chiara's style journey is the definition of inspirational. If Ferragni could go from this to $12 million net worth and her own shoe collection, you certainly can transform your style too (if you feel the need to, obviously).
An olive military jacket and navy skinny jeans are must-have staples if you're planning a casual wardrobe that matches up to the highest sartorial standards. To add a dose of stylish nonchalance to your outfit, add a pair of dark green rain boots to your look.View Details A grey crew-neck t-shirt and a white ruffle lace mini skirt have become veritable closet essentials.View Details This pairing of a black silk sleeveless top and black leather shorts is incredibly stylish and yet it's comfortable and apt for anything. If you need to instantly kick up your outfit with one piece, add silver leather pumps to the mix.View Details Reach for a black leather bomber jacket and a white shirtdress for an everyday getup that's full of charisma and personality. Feeling transgressive today? Spruce up this getup by rocking black suede heeled sandals.View Details This getup with a red ruffle sheath dress isn't super hard to score and is open to more creative experimentation. Enter silver leather pumps into the equation and the whole look will come together brilliantly.View Details The Style Evolution of Kristina Bazan From Kayture
By the age of 23, this Swiss beauty has an army of fans, a seven-figure contract with L'Oreal and major magazine covers.
This look from one of Kristina's first posts on her blog back from January 2011 is far from the polished Kayture look we're used to, though.
Why not wear a brown fur vest and a brown sweater dress? Both of these pieces are super practical and will look fabulous paired together. To bring a little glam to your getup, complement this look with a pair of black suede ankle boots.View Details That said, Kristina upped her fashion game pretty fast and showed us loads of amazing looks as she took us on her style journey.
Parade your styling chops by pairing a grey fur jacket and black leather leggings for a laid-back ensemble. Rounding off with black leather ankle boots is the most effective way to infuse an added touch of polish into this ensemble.View Details Pairing a white blazer with white and black leopard skinny pants is a wonderful choice for a relaxed casual look. Add black leather pumps to the equation to pull your full look together.View Details Now Kristina's blog looks more like a glossy magazine with high-end brand collaborations and professional photoshoots.
A black bustier top and black lace capri pants are the perfect base for a totaly stylish outfit. A pair of clear rubber pumps will add a dose of sultry polish to your ensemble.View Details The Style Evolution of Blair Eadie From Atlantic Pacific
Meet Blair Eadie from seven years ago. There are so many things wrong with this look. From the beret to the tights to the red satin shirt in check and leather shorts, seems too much even for 2010.
Why not choose a red and black check short sleeve button down shirt and black leather shorts? As well as very comfortable, both of these pieces look fabulous when worn together. For footwear, you could go down the classic route with black leather ankle boots.View Details Luckily, we didn't have to endure such atrocious outfits for long, and Blair quickly grew to become one of our favorite fashionistas.
Swing into something comfortable yet trendy with a black blazer and a black floral chiffon maxi skirt.View Details Choose a navy polka dot chiffon dress shirt and a brown leopard skater skirt if you want to look cool and casual without trying too hard. Spice up this getup with a pair of black leather ankle boots.View Details Want to inject your wardrobe with some fashion-forward cool? Dress in a mint floral midi dress. Pink leather loafers will infuse an extra touch of style into an otherwise utilitarian outfit.View Details The Style Evolution of Wendy Nguyen From Wendy's Lookbook
Looks like Wendy never knew a fashion faux pas and her lookbook was cute from the get-go, which early 2011! So there's no drastic transformation here, but let's take a look at Wendy's cute and stylish outfits anyway!
Make a grey fur vest and a black skater skirt your outfit choice for a seriously chic ensemble that's also easy to throw together. Black suede ankle boots will infuse an added dose of refinement into an otherwise utilitarian ensemble.View Details A black blazer and a charcoal mini skirt teamed together are such a dreamy outfit for girls who love ultra-cool ensembles. Smarten up this ensemble with a pair of black leather knee high boots.View Details You'll be surprised at how easy it is to get dressed like this. Just an olive military jacket and a beige pencil skirt. Rev up the dressiness of your ensemble a bit with a pair of beige leather pumps.View Details This combo of a navy vertical striped blazer and black shorts is very easy to pull together and so comfortable to rock a version of as well!View Details Go for a simple but at the same time casual and cool choice by opting for a tan trenchcoat and a tan bodycon dress.View Details The Style Evolution of Aimee Song From Song of Style
The Song of Style from December 2008 is not the song you'd want to hear again.
Such items as a black blazer and a white casual dress are an easy way to introduce effortless cool into your off-duty styling repertoire. To add some extra depth to this outfit, add a pair of black leather ankle boots to this outfit.View Details For an outfit that offers comfort and chicness, pair a grey vertical striped blazer with blue denim shorts. For a more sophisticated aesthetic, why not complete your outfit with black leather ankle boots?View Details Fast forward to a few years later, now we'd put this on repeat!
You'll be amazed at how easy it is to get dressed this way. Just a blue denim vest teamed with an olive denim mini skirt. Tone down the casualness of your outfit by sporting a pair of beige leather heeled sandals.View Details This casual combo of a white horizontal striped off shoulder top and blue flare jeans is simple, absolutely chic and oh-so-easy to replicate!View Details The Style Evolution of Julie Sariñana From Sincerely Jules
Some things have not changed with Julie since 2010 - she's just as beautiful and passionate about fashion. Her personal style has definitely evolved though.
This ensemble with a black leather biker jacket and navy ripped jeans isn't hard to pull off and easy to change. Step up your look by finishing off with a pair of beige leather ankle boots.View Details The pairing of a black quilted leather biker jacket and a red skater dress makes for a cool casual look. A cool pair of black leather ballerina shoes ties this look together.View Details Exhibit your styling chops by combining a beige oversized sweater and burgundy skinny jeans for a laid-back outfit. Why not take a more refined approach with shoes and complete your outfit with brown suede ankle boots?View Details For an off-duty look with a clear fashion twist, pair a white off shoulder top with yellow shorts. Play down your ensemble by wearing silver leather flat sandals.View Details If you'd like take your casual style to a new height, reach for a grey tank and blue flare jeans.View Details The Style Evolution of Rumi Neely From Fashion Toast
Rumi Neely has been and stays a fan of black & white, mini hems and slutty-meets-couture ensembles. While she sticks to the same time-tested combinations, the execution has clearly evolved.
Rumi Neely back in December 2007
This combo of a white v-neck t-shirt and black leather shorts is super easy to pull together and so comfortable to sport all day long as well! Avoid looking too casual by finishing with a pair of white leather pumps.View Details For a relaxed ensemble, pair a white crew-neck t-shirt with a black mini skirt — these items fit nicely together. White leather heeled sandals will bring a sense of sultry elegance to this ensemble.View Details Rumi Neely now
This relaxed casual pairing of a white cropped top and black leather shorts is very easy to put together without a second thought, helping you look seriously stylish and prepared for anything without spending a ton of time searching through your wardrobe. And if you need to effortlesslly elevate this ensemble with one single item, why not complete this outfit with a pair of black leather ankle boots?View Details Try teaming a white crew-neck t-shirt with a black leather mini skirt for an easy-to-create look. For something more on the elegant end to complete your ensemble, introduce black suede ankle boots to the equation.View Details The Style Evolution of Adam Gallagher From I Am Galla
Adam Gallagher's style evolution is an impressive one. From cringe-worthy teenage outfits to seriously suave looks and collaborations with leading designers, Mr Gallagher came a long way since he started I Am Galla at 17 and is now one of the most influential menswear bloggers.
Adam Gallagher in October 2011
Perfect the cool and relaxed ensemble by opting for a charcoal horizontal striped crew-neck sweater and red jeans. For extra fashion points, add a pair of black suede casual boots to the equation.View Details Adam Gallagher now
This polished combo of a charcoal three piece suit and a white dress shirt will allow you to exhibit your styling expertise.View Details The Style Evolution of Danielle Bernstein From We Wore What
At 25, Danielle Bernstein has a successful blog, her own brands for overalls and shoes, and 1.6m Instagram followers.
Danielle Bernstein in July 2012
Pair a light blue sleeveless button down shirt with black leather skinny pants to achieve an interesting and current casual outfit. Finishing off with black suede ankle boots is the simplest way to infuse some extra elegance into this getup.View Details Danielle Bernstein now
This relaxed casual combo of a black blazer and white and black plaid tapered pants is a never-failing option when you need to look cool but have no time. If you're puzzled as to how to finish off, complement this ensemble with a pair of white leather loafers.View Details The Style Evolution of Julia Engel From Gal Meets Glam
Julia started Gal Meets Glam in 2011 while a Junior in college studying Business. This is one of her looks from back then, not such a glamorous one, we must add.
Choose a black trenchcoat and grey skinny jeans to assemble an everyday outfit that's full of style and personality. Add brown leather knee high boots and you're all done and looking smashing.View Details This pairing of a grey knit gilet and red dress pants is extremely easy to imitate and so comfortable to wear a variation of throughout the day as well! Get a bit experimental on the shoe front and add a pair of brown leather pumps to your getup.View Details For an outfit that's extremely easy but can be modified in a multitude of different ways, pair a red trenchcoat with navy flare jeans. Complement this look with black leather ankle boots and you're all set looking spectacular.View Details Over the past 6 years, Julia grew to be one of the top fashion bloggers and Gal Meets Glam—a daily inspiration for all things glam and style.
Want to infuse your wardrobe with some effortless cool? Rock a yellow print shirtdress.View Details
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ara$122
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