Location, location

Today I was suffering from indecision as to where the best light would be for my outfit photos at 7 pm. Normally I like to go out a bit earlier when the light is hitting the end of the driveway and I can be nice and back lit.

Instead, I puttered about the yard and tried to find somewhere else ended up getting tons of bug bites... It's going to be a bad summer for bugs and ticks, we've already found three on the dog. (She's got the repellant on her, but they still jump on.)

Location
festivale clutch

Location

The first place, light filtered by trees, but shadowy.
Location, location

The second place, still shadows, but no nice rim light.
Location 2

The third place, even light, but in the grass which was full of holes and bugs.
Location 3
The Rundown
Top Gap - Pink A-line Skirt Made by Me - Turquoise Sandals Frye Gerry - Necklace Made by Me "Sweet Drops" - Woven Belt Thrifted - Earrings Handmade Artist's Alley - Sunnies Old Navy - Tie Dye Clutch Big Buddha Festival

Which place do you think has the best light?

50 comments

  1. The colors are great on you. And I want your clutch! Perfect.

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  2. I love how colorful this outfit is!!
    and ugh...I don't mind most bugs but ticks, mosquitoes and bees can just go away :p
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  3. I thought the second one was pretty, but most of all I LOVE THIS OUTFIT ON YOU!!! What great use of color and that skirt and clutch are amazing!

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  4. The best light I've found is on the side of my house around 5:00! And I loooooove the pink/turquoise combo!

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  5. I love these colors together! So pretty. The turquoise pieces are so great here. I LOVEEE the shoes and the skirt so much.

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  6. I like the lighting in the first and third pics. But since you are being bit my bugs in the grass, that probably isn't the best place. I love your clutch!

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  7. I love the tree location and the way you always add a touch of turquoise to your outfits, I'm learning. =D

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  8. bug bites during outfit pics = story of my summer. I'm dying over here. Love the look though. Glad you got it in the end.

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  9. I love the gorgeous colors here. The turquoise really stands out.

    Ugh, I hate the ticks, too. We've discovered them in the field at school. I've told my students not to go near them when they see those bugs because they "suck your blood" and that was a good enough repellant for them. Until when, I don't know. Ick.

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  10. Beautiful colors, especially the pops of turquoise!

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  11. Hahaha. It's always such a struggle to obtain the PERFECT pictures. Ah, the tough life of a blogger! ;)

    You look fabulous - that necklace is WAY GORGEOUS. I love that colour.

    QUIRKYEXPLOSION.blogspot.com

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  12. You have all the most perfect blue and turquoise accent pieces - I love all of them!

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.blogspot.com

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  13. Oh my goodness. There are days now where I'm outside for maybe ten minutes tops and I've gotten at least three or four bites! Just when I stopped wearing tights! That clutch is pretty amazing, and I love how you paired the pink and turquoise. All the locations are great, but the first one underneath the trees is magical. I just love those big tall shadow-y old trees, so I think that location is awesome! Plus the shadows are really interesting!

    -Charlotte

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  14. Wooo I love that clutch, I think tie dye bags are so cool (especially leather). I have a bug bite that is actually yellow and looks like a huge infection. Not cute, it is definitely going to be a bad year. I actually like the first place best... would flash to fill the shadows blow everything out too much?

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  15. The lighting in the last photo looks great! (Wait until you see my awful lighting in tomorrow's outfit post- my bf didn't want to take photos until after 8 pm!) Beautiful colours- I love the turquoise accessories!

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  16. That skirt is adorable... I LOVE it!

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  17. I like the light in the first shot...
    And love the way you accessorize this outfit, the turquoise necklace and clutch, it looks great against the brown and pink...

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  18. Love this look, the pink, brown and turquoise look great together and that clutch is fantastic. I like the lighting in the first and last pic.

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  19. I think the second and third shots had the best light. That's so cute about your indecisiveness :) I really like the cotton candy hues in your outfit, especially that self-made skirt! Gorgeous!

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  20. That clutch is adorable! I am also loving your necklace. Beautiful outfit =)

    http://hayleyhour.blogspot.com/

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  21. Love the colors for summer! I'm worrying it's going to be a miserable summer with heat and bugs - no good!

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  22. Love this outfit! I think pink and brown go so great together! And the colors on your necklace are gorgeous.

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  23. Each is so pretty. I think I like the second to last best, but it's a tough call. That's a super outfit Lyddie. You really know how to mix it up with ease.

    xo,
    C

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  24. Nice and bright for the warmer days! Love your handmade skirt talented lady!

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  25. I'm obsessed -- OBSESSED -- with that necklace! You look darling.
    xo Josie
    www.winksmilestyle.com

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  26. Ugh, ticks, ugh... :(

    But I love your outfit! :) The skirt is lovely, great that you made it! And the sandals... They look lovely and comfy too. :)

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  27. that's a cute outfit, the color scheme is fab!

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  28. This outfit looks so pretty on you, sweetie. I also love the colour of your skirt. Kisses

    Ps: I’m hosting a beautiful stationary GIVEAWAY later today! I bet you will love it!!!

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  29. loving your color combo here today
    i need you to come over and give me a giant photog lesson
    Wow, my pics usually suck and now I know why... I have no idea what I am doing. lol
    brett

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  30. Looks like you found perfect light! Beautiful girl..beautiful look!

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  31. I like all the bright accessories, and your pictures turned out well in spite of the holes and bugs.

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  32. I love the color combinations in this outfit! That skirt is so pretty and summery!
    I've been carrying around a tube of hydrocortisone ointment for the last few days! Stupid bugs!! : P

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  33. great look, the colors are so chic together!! and i love the brown tee as a perfect neutral. i can't decide which of the lighting i like the best, you look beautiful in every photo! <3shelby

    www.makemesparkly.blogspot.com

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  34. Ohh,you look fabulous!

    mfashionfreak.blogspot.com

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  35. cute. i love the concept of your blog.

    xo

    http://dressmeup-dressmedown.blogspot.com/

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  36. I love this kind of tutorial.. very good examples.. and you look good no matter what light!! love pink and brown together.. now I have a new outfit idea based on your outfit here so thanks!!! xoxo J

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  37. I love this look! Love your colors, you look gorgeous and that clutch is FAB!

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  38. Very cute skirt, clutch and necklace! Perfect summer look.

    http://badjoan.blogspot.com/

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  39. That handbag is AMAZING!!! It really just jumps out to me. And your photos all look good :)

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  40. Love your skirt! You did a really nice job. And I've gotten a crap load of bug bits thus far. This summer is going to be insane.

    Melanie@UnravelledThreads
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  41. Sorry it was so challenging to find a photo spot... I know how that is. At least this outfit looks super cute on you!

    www.thejoyoffashion.blogspot.com

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  42. Love the use of different colors.. You know how to style it up. Ick! I can't deal with bugs or mosquitos any bug for that matter.. WERK!

    All the best, Angel

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  43. Very cute outfit! Love the Haute Couture but my wallet is not that fat! Love the deals where I can find them too! Good work!
    XO Carrie
    www.carriefabulous.com

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  44. You looked fabulous, no matter what the lighting was! :)


    xoxo,
    Addie
    The Cat Hag

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  45. I'm envious you have so many places to shoot in. The light is most shots looks good except the very shady spot. Gorgeous clutch

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  46. I love the picture with the light shining through the trees, it gives you such a pretty glow. And can I raid your necklace collection?? You always have such pretty necklaces!

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  47. Very chic outfit! Love your accessories as usual!!

    xo

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  48. Oh goodness, I absolutely love all the pops of color and that lovely skirt! It might be the perfect shade of pink.

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  49. I like the second place :D the light is soft and the background is lovely. I like the little path on the grass...

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