WELCOME BACK + REINTRODUCTION TO THE BLOG

Hello Lovelies, It's a nice feeling to have finally published a new post after a lengthy hiatus. Normally, I'd say welcome back to the style fanatic, but as you can see, there is a change. Therefore, I welcome old and new readers to the revamped platform. 

For the past year, I feel I have been naturally aligning with the lifestyle label rather than the fashion niche, despite the fashion niche being where I started. While fashion will still be a major part of my content, I am excited to explore other things and expand topics beyond the traditional focus of fashion blogging.

This strategic shift will enable me to provide a more diverse range of topics and insights, catering to a broader audience. My unconscious shift to lifestyle blogging evolved as my life changed. I don't think I am the only fashion blogger who has felt a shift in content.

In light of this I welcome you all to www.benitajames.com formerly known as The Style Fanatic.

Outfit
 Today's outfit is featuring a conventional yet stylish look. When choosing an outfit, it's essential to consider the weather and environment. For this look, I opted for a simple chic ensemble consisting of an off-the-shoulder blouse paired with shorts, completed with minimal accessories.

While reviewing  the photos, I realized I forgot to include the bag that was meant to complement this outfit *smiles*. It sure has been a while. Anyway, I am just glad to be back. Let me know in the comment section what you think about this look.

Talk to you in my next post, be you, be kind, stay blessed and remain humble.




  

QOTD:  ‘Variety is the mother of enjoyment.’

66 comments

  1. Welcome back!

    Jennifer
    https://curatedbyjennifer.com

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  2. Welcome back to blogging. Hope to see more of your post.

    Annie,
    Annies Food Diary

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    1. Thank you Annie, looking forward to that as well.

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  3. I love this simple yet chic outfit! And welcome back :-)

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  4. Hola Benita. Me gusta tu blog, aunque no he podido hacerme seguidora, en otro momento lo intentaré de nuevo.

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    1. Thank you so much Lola, hoping to you see back.

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  5. I didn't know your previous blog but here I stay as a follower of someone who is able to pass through my blog from so far away. My blog is about everything we should know about foods which many of us incorporate into our bodies and do not know what they are.
    Greetings from Argentina

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    1. Glad I came across your blog and thanks for stopping by.

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  6. I love that look so much. Glad you’re back.
    www.rsrue.blogspot.com

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  7. Hello, Benita. Thank you very much for visiting my space. It seems that you have been absent for a while and have decided to come back with a vengeance. We will meet on this blogging path.
    The look you share is cheerful, and seems very comfortable.
    Happy week. Greetings.

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    1. Hi Ema,

      Yes I took a break for a while. Haha indeed I came back strong. Thanks for stopping by.

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  8. What a delightful reintroduction!
    Welcome back, Benita, and congrats on the revamped blog and your new direction into the lifestyle niche.

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    1. Thank you Veronica and I am indeed glad to be back

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  9. This is a nice blog.
    Thanks for visiting my blog.
    Greetings Irma

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  10. Welcome back my friend! Love this look. Those bermuda shorts are fabulous!

    https://www.kathrineeldridge.com

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    1. Hi Kathrine, glad to back. Thanks for stopping by.

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  11. Glad to see you posting again! Since yesterday's inauguration, our First Lady has started a trend...hats are back!
    hugs
    Donna

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    1. Hi Donna, glad to be back. What a fabulous trend.

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  12. Welcome back Benita, glad to see your post again. You look pretty in this outfit.

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  13. Holla Benita,

    So glad you are back, look forward to your fashion and lifestyle content. You look stunning in this outfit.

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  14. Congrats on the new direction for your blog, Benita! Love the comeback outfit - simple and chic!

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  15. Beautiful reintroduction. Welcome back. Love your shoes.

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  16. I love the new blog name. Welcome back. You look gorgeous.

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    1. Thank you Krasata, I didn't even have to think hard. Glad you like it.

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  17. Very nice outfit - comfortable and smart - and I love your shoes.

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  18. I love the outfit you're wearing in these photos! Welcome back and I love your blog theme! x

    Lucy Mary

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  19. That's a lovely blouse. Blue is always a pretty color in fashion. You look very nice in this outfit. I hope the new year is being good to you. : )

    ~Sheri

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    1. Thank you Sheri. You cannot go wrong with blue. The yea started off well. Thanks for stopping by.

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  20. Welcome back Benita. I am glad to read your new post. Your outfit here is awesome. I liked it so much. Colours are so bright and beautiful!!!

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  21. Your blog is great, it's great that you will run it and inspire others :)

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  22. Welcome, welcome back! You look beautiful! And it looks much warmer there than it is here. I love the red shoes and the pattern on those shorts is so fun. Goes great with the top. Love your nails too!

    Carrie
    curlycraftymom.com

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    1. Thank you Carrie, it's good to be back. It's warm here but dry as we are in dry season. The red shoes were last minute thought, glad it came together with the outfit.

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  23. Welcome back, Benita! It’s so exciting to see your platform evolve and I absolutely love the direction you're taking. It’s amazing that you're embracing a broader range of topics while still keeping fashion at the heart of it all. The shift to lifestyle blogging sounds like such a natural progression, and I'm sure your readers will enjoy the fresh perspective. Your outfit is simple yet chic, and I love how you focused on comfort and practicality—it's all about adapting to your environment. Looking forward to reading more from you, and wishing you a lovely weekend ahead!

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    1. Hi Mel,

      Thank you for the compliment on my outfit and the revamped platform. I felt it was time for a change. Do enjoy the rest of the week.

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  24. Had you not commented on my blog, I would not have known about yours. Thank you for doing so. I have been perusing earlier fashion posts, and wow, what a sense of style you have! I look forward to seeing future posts on lifestyle because lifestyle blogs are among my most favorite. Welcome back!

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    1. Glad to have stopped by your blog. Well, for fashion and style posts, I can say you are at the right place.

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  25. Welcome back! And love this look it is gorgeous. Yes it is nice to expand ones horizons and life style is great topic to explore and discover. Excited for future posts!

    Allie of
    www.allienyc.com

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    1. I agree Allie, it's nice explore. Thank you for stopping.

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  26. Hello, I'm back to work on the blog.
    I hope you're well!
    Funnily enough, you're back on your blog too! Having a blog is like a good addiction that you have to return to from time to time, and you've started with a very pretty and colourful look, just the way I like it, you look very elegant!

    xoxo
    www.marisasclosetblog.com

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    1. Welcome back also Marissa. Blogging is like our solace. Thanks for the compliment on my outfit, you know I like bright colors.

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  27. Welcome back! You look absolutely wonderful! Love the outfit.

    Gemma x
    www.jacquardflower.uk

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  28. You look fabulous! I love the red shoes with the blue top and skirt!

    Emma xxx
    www.style-splash.com

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  29. Looking classy. Welcome back.

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  30. Welcome back, sweetie!
    You look in great shape, fab and stylish !
    XO
    S
    https://s-fashion-avenue.blogspot.com

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  31. Congrats on the rebrand. Your outfits is on point!

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  32. welcome back for blogging .....
    great post

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