About the 365 of Untrieds
Thank you everyone for your constructive feedback regarding the 365 of Untrieds. I really appreciate hearing what you want to see on ALU. At the end of the day I have to do what makes me happy but, I want, as much as possible, for all of you to be happy with the content I provide as well.
As I mentioned in the past, I started the 365 to end my blogpression and to better serve all of you. I felt I was failing you with my lack of consistent posting and the pressure I put myself under just wasn’t healthy. I wanted to find a way to get my blogging back on track in a way that I would enjoy. And believe me, I am really enjoying the 365 concept.
Here’s the thing though. Life gets in the way sometimes and as much as I wish I could be that person who blogs every single day for a year, clearly it just wasn’t meant to be. So based on the initial feedback and my own blogging desires I have decided to continue the 365 of Untrieds but with some adjustments.
- The 365 will continue but I won’t beat myself up if something, like my upcoming trip to NY Fashion Week, or an unexpected issue causes me to miss a day or two. I won’t stop until I review 365 polishes from my “untrieds” stash. I’m going to include the number from now on so we can keep track together. Revlon Blue Lagoon was #114.
- I will only review “untrieds” that are not part of current collections and, for the most part, still accessible. (ie core collection colors, non-LE)
- I will resume collection reviews with the intent of posting at least one new collection per week. Something that both you and I want to talk about.
- I will post collection previews and news as they come to me
Does this sound like a good compromise? I just want to be up front with you so you don’t think some tragedy occurred if I miss a day of posting. I also don’t want to feel like I’m failing myself or all of you if I miss a day. I want this to be a fun experience for all of us.
This is the only polish blog I read, so I am happy with WHAtever you post, WHENever you post it! Just love the info you provide and reading the feedback from others. I do love the Untried, because it is always something new and different, and that is exciting!
Don’t stress if you miss a day! Life happens!
Same here!!!
I just LOVE your blog!
That sounds perfect! I miss the collection reviews. But as you said, don’t beat yourself up! Reading your blog is only fun if YOU think it’s fun.
I think that you are so giving of your time and resources to give your fans info on all things nail polish. Whether or not you post once a day or once I week, I will always check out your blog. I know I am not the only one who appreciates all that you do for us!
Keep up the great work (but at your pace)!
as long as you dont go away for good, I’m good!
second this! i just love your swatches, and love that you wear it cause you love it, not cause you gotta review it. as i said before, everyone else review the new colletion; it’s for the fun that i come here!
I love this, I think it’s wonderful! Shoot, any blogger knows how time consuming each post is even if non-bloggers think it takes just a few minutes to throw a great post together. I love the mix and love your blog. You’re doing amazing!!! =)
I’m the tiniest of tiny nail bloggers with a beauty youtube channel and I find it insanely overwhelming. I couldn’t imagine having the audience you have without feeling the pressure. Rememeber Michelle, ENJOY your life. It’s a lot of freaking work, swatching, writing, editing- etc.
I love everything you post and don’t think you need to post every day. When you can we love it, thanks!!!
I enjoy whatever you post, whenever you post. Since I don’t read my feed everyday or post to my own blog everyday, trust that I am indeed fine with your adjustments. You have to do this and still be able to enjoy it. So, do what you need to do to keep that joy about blogging.
It doesn’t matter whether I have to wait 2 days or 2 weeks for a post, either way I’ll be happy because I find your blog so informative and well written.
I’m sure everybody will know that in reality it would be extremely hard to post something every single day. You have a life and commitments that take priority. I would just like to say I’m glad I came across your blog, and thank you for all of the effort you put into this!
I was always surprised by the amount of posts you were providing and girl, you are wonderwoman! Its about time you allow yourself some time off, may it be a few days a week, the untrieds can wait, and we can too! Dont put yourself too much pressure, we can understand! Your pace will be ours! Im glad you’ll keep the untrieds going but also glad you’ll continue the collections and all, you’re awesome!
AlU I think that’s a perfect solution! As long as you don’t stop posting, I’m a happy camper! You’re the one who transformed my liking into full blown fanatiscm for nail polish.
I love reading your posts and ogling your top-notch photos. I greatly appreciate all of your posts – no matter how consistent they are. Many thanks for all the tips, insights, and inspiration.
I love seeing all the untrieds
As a blogger myself, I understand how overwhelming posting can be and I’m sure many other readers do to. Post when you can and when you want to, blogging is supposed to be fun not somethin extra to stress about!
I love your blog and will continue to read no matter what. I love the 365 of Untries (and your collection posts as well) and whatever makes you happy– do it! I think it’s great that you are willing to let your readers know what you’re thinking and what your plans are– even though you don’t have to.
This sounds perfectly good and reasonable to me. I’m glad you’re going to give yourself a break if you’re unable to post the 365 untrieds every single day. That’s just more pressure for you and takes the fun out of it. You do have a life outside of the blog and that’s as it should be.
That said, ALU is still my absolute favorite nail blog and I’m happy to hear you’ll continue to post collection reviews. I love them!
Enjoy the rest of your summer Michelle.
I’m gonna ditto so many of the other folks’ comments!
ANY and ALL posts you do are much appreciated! Thanks so much for what you do. You could never fail us.
I think that’s a fantastic idea. I am really enjoying the 365. Don’t worry, nobody will mind if you miss a day. But I’m excited we’ll get to hear about collections from you again! Looking forward to it!
Sounds perfect to me! Heck, I sometimes don’t have time to READ the blogs I want to every day, so I totally understand not having time to write one a day. In fact, I used to do that, and it overwhelmed me so much I had to quit cold turkey.
When I have some time, I can amuse myself endlessly by reading your old blogs, anyway!
I am more than happy with whatever you choose; and the proposed idea sounds great to me!
Thank you for continuing with the 365! They make my day more nail polish-y.
I like the adjustments, since I’ve missed the core collection reviews. Keep blogging!
This is the only blog I really check. If you aren’t able to post for a while, whatever – don’t sweat it! Keeps us in suspense
Your blog is wonderful. Post what you can when you can. I would rather see fewer posts with your heart fully in them than more “thin” ones.
Absolutely perfect solution. I can’t think of any other improvements, lol. As much as I like visiting your blog daily, to see the next gorgeous nail polish, I can live with no updates for a couple of days, no worries!
That sounds like a great plan, Michelle! I am loving the 365 Untrieds. When you miss a day or more, don’t beat yourself up – life happens. And, as blasphemous as it sounds, sometimes life is way more important than polish.
Personally, I wouldn’t mind the Untrieds being put on hold while you’re at something like Fashion Week or Cosmoprof, if you could share your adventures with us, letting us know what awesome stuff you’re seeing.
I’m glad that you’ve decided to keep blogging the 365 of Untrieds, I’ve enjoyed reading them. While I look forward to reading your posts, I’d be less than honest if I didn’t admit that I don’t get to check out your site everyday; as a matter of fact, I will have read three posts today to ‘catch up’.
Please don’t stress if you don’t get to update everyday; there is PLENTY of content here to keep folk occupied. I’ve just recently started following you (less than a year ago) after a mention on another blog and I enjoy rummaging through the archives. It’s like a treasure hunt! LOL
Post everyday, every other day, twice a week, once a week, twice a month, whatever…you’ve got a fan for life!
Take care.
It sounds great! Post as you wish and whatever you wish, as long as you’re having fun writing it down, we can feel it while reading it! I love the 365 challenge, but go at your own pace!
Yay! If you are doing what makes YOU happy, it comes through in your writing, and that makes US happy! (It’s very lovely that you included us in your decision, though!)
Relax and have fun- we think you’re great!
your blog is the best for polish! Take your time. Life (and having fun) should always be the priority
Your proposal sounds wonderful – it also sounds like a lot of work, so don’t worry if you don’t manage to stick to it 100%. The rest of your life is way more important, so don’t worry – if you can find a way to keep yourself happy and not overwhelmed with your blog then that’s great!
Sounds perfectumundo to me! Love reading your blog if it’s put out once a week or every day!
No problem!!! No one can post EVERY SINGLE day! Give yourself a break! The compromise is perfect. I love your blog and have referred countless nail techs to it. And a bunch of teenagers on tumblr.
I think it sounds perfect! I will admit I enjoy the untrieds because I’m addicted to new posts, but I also am not going to send you angry emails if you miss a few days, so you shouldn’t be mad at yourself either
I just want you to be happy!
I get a lot out of your blog, and you do all the work, so whatever it takes to keep you up and posting is worth it to me! All I ask is that you continue to review the newest Chanel collections! 
Thanks heaps for all your hard work!
I love everything you post, so I will definitely continue to read your blog. Thank you for all the time you put into this wonderful blog!
You may have answered this question in your first “365 of untrieds” post but, I didn’t see it. Out of curiosity, what are you going to be doing with your “share” pile? Blog sale? Swaps?
I have to give you a massive pile of respect and a side serve of admiration for being so honest. You have touched on something that I think a lot of well known bloggers deal with – the constant guilt from not updating every day and feeling like you are letting your readers and fans down. Unfortunately, you can’t turn creativity on and off like a tap, and life just gets in the way sometimes. Update once an hour or once a week – we understand and we can relate. Just don’t ever put yourself under pressure or feel guilty!
Hugs from Australia
I was just thinking after I caught up on my google reader what the criteria was for 365. I think daily blogging is just too much, blogging for bloggings sake. I like the format, I look forward to more posts however frequent or infrequent they be! I also love that you’ll number them