My Favorite Blogs from My Teenage Years

When I started this blog, I wanted to create a quieter space where I could share my interests, inspirations, and try to build a community with people who, like me, feel connected to vintage aesthetics. In my mind, the two biggest motivations behind this idea were the blogs I used to read when I was 15 — especially Style Rookie and Niotillfem, of course!

I’ve loved fashion for as long as I can remember, and Style Rookie gave me something I had never seen in any magazine: a girl more or less my age talking about her vintage influences — and not just that, but doing it in a way that was highly experimental and with a unique vision. No wonder Tavi Gevinson became a phenomenon in the industry. But beyond her public image, what I loved most about her content was how genuine it felt. Everything had that DIY spirit and this atmosphere of a cool girl who was, at the same time, completely unconventional. I believe Tavi was an inspiration for many other teens like me, and it amazes me how, after all these years, she continues to be a big influence in my life — mainly because she showed me the magic that happens when you’re true to yourself.

Niotillfem was another blog I followed religiously. For me, it was a window into a completely different culture. Since I’m from Mexico, the photos and short captions about everyday life in Stockholm really caught my attention — it was all so unfamiliar, and I was fascinated. I loved Sandra Beijer’s outfits because she’s always been so playful, and I could see that same spirit in the way she decorated her home. I loved seeing the joy reflected in her photos and the independence of a young woman who could choose fun and quirky things for her space. That idea stuck with me so deeply that when I rented my first apartment, I subconsciously went for an aesthetic similar to the homes I had seen in Stockholm. Thanks to Sandra, I discovered IKEA — and when I finally moved out on my own, I was thrilled to see that IKEA had opened a store in my city. It was a dream come true.

These influences grew inside me in ways I couldn’t have imagined. Even though I eventually stopped following their blogs regularly, they were the first people I thought of when I decided to create one myself. They showed me the power of showing up as you are in the world.