Friday, November 9, 2012

Meet Anna James...


As a way to show support and recognize a fabulous fellow blogger, I'd like to introduce you to 
Anna James of Fash BoulevardAnna is a Style Columnist for Lauren Conrad & Giuliana Rancic's FabFitFun. 

What made you want to start your blog?
Growing up on the East Coast, I often found myself restricted by the small town style that surrounded me. I had these fabulous dreams that I thought were too big to ever bother pursuing. After graduating from Auburn University with a degree in Visual Merchandising, I landed a dream job in Los Angeles. Unfortunately after a year of insanity, the job came crashing down unexpectedly and I suddenly found myself jobless and thousands of miles away from my friends and family only days before Christmas. Returning to the east coast wasn't an option, so I decided to launch Fash Boulevard as a way to document my journey from unemployed dreamer to aspiring author and accessory designer. In May all of the hard work paid off when Fash Boulevard caught the eye of Lauren Conrad. From this an amazing partnership began and doors started flying open. Sharing my ups and downs with my readers became priority number one. My goal is to help my readers find their unique style and achieve a truly fabulous wardrobe that will give them the confidence to chase their dreams, no matter how big they are, because at the end of the day... Anything is possible as long as you keep trying. 


How would you describe your style? 
Colorful and girly, with a lot of accessories!

Where do you see yourself in 5 years? 
Ultimately the reason I started Fash Boulevard was to someday be able to design my own accessory line (handbags, shoes, and of course jewelry) as well as write a series of books. Hopefully I will be living that dream or at least a little closer to it five years from now. :) We are also in the very early stages of developing a scripted TV series, loosely based on my journey from Alabama college student to LA fashion blogger. It's still in early script development, but I'd love to see that come to fruition.

Check out Anna's blog here

Thanks for reading and have a great weekend, xo!!

39 comments:

  1. Love Anna's blog! It's grown so much and is truly an inspiration to others! So happy to see her here!

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  2. I love her blog, I've been following Fash Boulevard for some time now and she posts a lot of inspirational outfit ideas as well as useful links!!

    -Sarah
    The Weekend Diary

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  3. all so cute! i love them!


    http://lavieenliz.com/

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  4. awww, love the blog swap love girls! anna is just too cute for words...i'm a long time reader. =)

    xoxo, jenn
    the stylish housewife

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  5. Anna's story is inspiring! I love her blog

    XO Alex

    http://www.bronzedsundaze.blogspot.com

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  6. I love her blog! She's wonderful.
    http://shannonhearts.blogspot.com/

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  7. Thanks for this post Rachel. I've been following Fash Boulevard for a while now as well and she's definitely got a cute style and sweet personality that shines through her blog. I would love for you to stop by and check out number 50 of MY ONE HUNDRED - leather jacket...maybe someday I can even be one of the bloggers that you spotlight. What a dream!

    Have a great weekend and stay bundled up in Utah. My friends out there say it's definitely winter!

    xo Grace
    www.wrinkledchiffon.com

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  8. Love her! Great blogger.

    Http://streetlily.blogspot.com

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  9. I love that outfit on the top right! Adorable!

    shygirlloudvoice.blogspot.com

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  10. I love this interview and the fact that her style is colourful makes me wanna know her more. Stopping by her blog ASAP :)

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  11. This is so inspiring especially to everyone {including me} that is trying to get their blog out there, and that really has a passion for fashion! Thank you for sharing!

    xoxo,
    Alyssa

    sincerelytrulyscrumptious.com

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  12. I am in love with both of your blogs!!
    I adore following you both! Such amazing women!
    -Adrienne. xo

    http://sending-postcards-home.blogspot.com
    http://sending-postcards-home.blogspot.com

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  13. great pics! ;DD


    www.live-style20.blogspot.com

    new post !! :))

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  14. I can't wait to check Anna's blog out. Love the top right outfit out...def inspired a future outfit post! Thank you. Xx

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  15. lovely post :) Anna's story is inspiration for us :)

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  16. I love Anna James and her blog! She was actually one of the first commenters on my own blog, that´s how I found her, and has been following her since. Love your blog too! Caroline

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  17. gorgeous style!!! xo, Alma
    http://www.soulofashopper.com

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  18. Anna's so adorable! Love her!!!

    http://arumlilea.blogspot.com

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  19. Really love the both of you, you guys are my favorite fashion bloggers!

    Rose xx

    http://rose-libertine.blogspot.com/

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  20. Great interview!

    Lauren,
    Fashionswirls.blogspot.com

    UK GIVEAWAY ON laurensbeautydepartment.blogspot.com

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  21. Fash Boulevard is amazing! I am so glad that Anna's dreams are coming true.

    Sofia

    stylishlyinlove.blogspot.com

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  22. Rach, darling collections; thanks for the introduction!!


    xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  23. I love this girl too!! all her wedding details are AMAZING!!! your so sweet for featuring her this week. enjoy your weekend :)
    -Devon
    www.effortlesslii.blogspot.com

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  24. Follow her and she's amazing! xx

    www.creativityandchocolate.blogspot.com

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  25. Anna is such an inspiration!
    Http://fashionizelife.blogspot.com

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  26. She is just adorable!! I loved reading her new about me page!:)
    xoAmy
    www.dreamingincashmere.com

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  27. I follow her blog.. love her site..

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  28. I love her blog. She is so beautiful. I love her style. She is that person/blogger where I'm looking up.
    Great post.
    xo, Petra

    http://www.sweetsoflife86.blogspot.com

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  29. Pretty and stylish. beautiful outfits and lovely pics.
    Parfum pas cher

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  30. Love her style!
    the-glitter-side.blogspot.com

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  31. Cool post!
    http://namelessfashionblog.blogspot.it/
    http://www.facebook.com/NamelessFashionBlog

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  32. Hi, Rachel,

    I had not heard about Anna, but I love her style now that I have checked her blog! Thank you for introducing her to us :) It's a lovely way to get to know more people!

    xo,
    Susana
    www.akeytothearmoire.com

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  33. She does an amazing job of making fashion trends real and wearable for her readers with lots of outfit ideas and affordable options, which is great to have in the blog world! Loved your little blogger switch because I'm a huge fan of both of your blogs and find them both so inspiring!

    ~Jacy

    www.laviedelenore.blogspot.com

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  34. I came over from Anna's blog - and completly fell in love with yours! Love to finally have a blogger in my blogroll who still isn't wearing pumps outside - I'm jealous of all thoose in warmer climates :)

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  35. great all these looks, i love them!

    xx

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  36. Love the pink coat. So nice
    http://casperever.blogspot.com/

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  37. Love the pink coat. So nice.
    http://casperever.blogspot.com/

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Thank you so much for reading. I love your comments and read each and every one xo.