“Time does not change us; it unfolds us.”
-Unknown
For as long as you’ve known me, this is who I have been:
This was my first foray into the world of blogging- my first custom header by the amazing Moda Illustrated. Over a year ago this was quintessentially me: as long as something was maroon it was me.
I love the above quote because time is what makes us grow- like a flower’s delicate petals unfurling. Sometimes growth can be painful; I found a groove blogging, lost it and then struggled to find what I was striving for with my little site.
So I dove into some books about blogging, being happy, and staying true to yourself and I realized:
“There is a time for everything,
and a season for every activity under the heavens”
Ecclesiastes 3:1
Making everything maroon, merely for the sake of liking the colour is who I am. Taking this site as a fun little side thing where I talk about clothes and “blog write” is not where I want to be.
Now it is not about the colour of an item but more about how true it is to me. I am more sure of who I am, what I want, and how to express both. It’s time to say goodbye to the familiar and move forward on a new journey. Today I am not growing up but growing forward.
Please welcome with love:
I want to share with you the two reasons which led me to feel drawn to this new brand:
- Yes, maroon will always be dear to me; truly though my colour is a rich burgundy- if you’ve followed for a while you are probably going “oh yes”. To me, it is more mature, grown, and chic- a direction I feel my style is evolving.
- Burgundy is an almost medievally romantic description of the colour of blood, morbid sounding but stay with me! It is so important to daily remember to bask in the blood of Christ, to be in His presence
“Let us honour the blood of Jesus Christ every moment of our lives, and we will be sweet in our souls.”
William J. Seymour
(Plus, who doesn’t love a good burgundy Bordeaux?! Wino here. )
I love style, fashion, clothes, beauty and I love to share my thoughts on them. More importantly, though, I have dealt with no more and no less than any individual in my life- I know what I have dealt with, what I have gone through, can inspire or help others.
Going forward I want Basking in Burgundy to be about style and beauty, tongue in cheek, and full of beautiful pictures! However, I also want it to be a place of depth, love and support.
I’d love to have you along on this new path: let’s join together and grow a beautiful garden that continues to blossom and unfurl.
Congrats on the change! I love your story and you are such a beautiful person inside & out. xo Annie
Thank you so much Annie!!! I wouldn’t be so encouraged about blogging if I didn’t have my Style Collective gals behind me. <3 I can't wait to meet in person in a few weeks! Hugs, Kait
https://www.baskinginburgundy.com
I love the sincerity of your heart and the beauty in the process! Love the rebranding! Love YOU! SO thankful for you sweet Kait!~
You’re so darling Ruthie!!! Thank you so much for your kind encouragement, love. I’m so glad that we connected and are continuing to grow our friendship. I hope to make it to your neck of the woods when we move to the West Coast! Hugs, Kait
Beautiful words about what the color of burgundy means to you!
I am excited about this change!
I am loving the new site!
XO, Shell
http://acourageousbeauty.com
Thank you so much Shell! Your support pushes me to move forward. Hugs, Kait
This is awesome, girl, congrats on the rebranding! I love the new name and ideas you have for it ahead, which I definitely look forward to being apart of here 🙂 Cheers to new beginnings and continual growth!
XO,
Jalisa
http://www.thestylecontour.com
Thank you Jalisa! You are always so sweet and supportive. Hugs, Kait
LOVE this post babe, and I love the direction you are taking your blog! I can’t wait follow along on your journey!
xx Julianna
http://www.blushandcamo.com
Thank you so much gorgeous!!! You’re the sweetest. Hugs, Kait
Loving the new look & Can’t wait to follow along! So excited!!
xx, LO {www.rosesandrainboots.com}
Thank you so much lovely! Hugs, Kait
Congratulations on the new name! I adore it.
XO,
Anna
http://www.blushingrosestyle.com
Thank you Anna!!! Hugs, Kait
It’s a beautiful banner image, I love having a color to identify with it gives a totally different feeling when you find clothing you like in the right color!
xoxo
Sarah Lindner
http://www.thehouseofsequins.com
Thank you so much gorgeous! Btw I’ve been digging your look so much lately! Hugs, Kait
Love the new name! Looking forward to following along on this new journey!
~Jessica
http://www.petitestylescript.com
Thank you babe!!! I’m so excited to be going on it. Hugs, Kait
I love the new look and the new name! And I think you’ll do great sharing deeper thoughts on love and support. Change is good and I know this will do wonders for your blog.
Great job Kait!
Xo,
Nicole
http://www.nicolesometimes.com
Thank you so much for the support Nicole! It means the world to me. Hugs, Kait
I love your new brand! Your new logo looks great.
Thank you beautiful! Hugs, Kait
I’m so excited for you & this ‘new’ season! It’s been nothing short of fabulous getting to know you through blogging and watching your creativity unfold! Cheer, girl!
xox,
Kristin
You’re the best! I’m so glad to have connected and can’t wait to grow together gorgeous. Hugs, Kait
Loving the new brand!!! I agree burgundy has such a mature and regal feel and sound. Looking forward to reading more!
I’m so excited about it! Thanks for dropping by lovely! Hugs, Kait
Love the direction of your blog and that you’re staying true to YOU. Wishing you all the best things under a burgundy sun. 🙂
XO
Charlotte
Thank you love! Hugs, Kait
I love the message of your new brand and I can’t wait to see all of the amazing content you have coming up. I think change is always a wonderful thing and I respect how you embraced your change from the bottom of your heart. You are so sincere and inspiring!
http://stopdropandvogue.com
Awww thank you Taylor! You are so sweet and I’m so happy to hear that it’s coming across that way. Have a fantastic week babe. Hugs, Kait
I love this Kait!! It is going to be AMAZING!!
xoxo
Jess
http://www.mustheartstyle.com
Thank you gorgeous! Hugs, Kait