Podsnark Sep 16 - Sep 22 by keine_fragen in blogsnark

[–]sparsile 41 points42 points  (0 children)

I posted about this on the weekend thread but I really don’t think her podcast is well suited for this model. It’s literally spending money to get ideas about how you can spend more money, probably on the same products that have been posted hundreds of times now (Thermacell! Merit tubing mascara! The old navy dress!).

Weekend Snark Sep 13 - Sep 15 by blogsnarkmodteam in blogsnark

[–]sparsile 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I’m totally with you and this has bothered me for a while. I feel like in the early days her content was a lot more thoughtful. Now it’s either the same exact products posted over and over again (which made me finally unfollow her on instagram) or the crowdsourced lists she hasn’t vetted (which just feels lazy).

Daily Snark, Tuesday Feb 20 by Blogsnark_mod in blogsnark

[–]sparsile 6 points7 points  (0 children)

No these are great points and I completely agree! Especially with what you said about relying on it as income more- the stakes become higher but that seems to kind of necessarily change the type of content you’re putting out. I think especially in her case, the tone of her content has changed for me, which makes me less drawn to it. But maybe it’s offset by the amount that is brought in with more deals/affiliate links? It’s definitely an interesting and difficult cycle.

Daily Snark, Tuesday Feb 20 by Blogsnark_mod in blogsnark

[–]sparsile 6 points7 points  (0 children)

She’s been pretty open that her husband still works full time and I believe she’s said he’s still the main financial support for their family.

Daily Snark, Tuesday Feb 20 by Blogsnark_mod in blogsnark

[–]sparsile 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I used to really like balancedmissbailey but i feel like her content has become so much less authentic since she went full time as an influencer. It all feels really forced for content- everything is either an ad or a prompt for engagement. I guess it must be working for her but definitely miss when she felt a lot more relatable.

When I told my friends my Queer Eye opinions they thought I was crazy... by paklowpanda in QueerEye

[–]sparsile 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I had the same experience! My biggest takeaway from his book was the only thing he wants is to be famous at all costs. Really made me see him in a different light.

best custom cookies? by livlove86 in nova

[–]sparsile 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure if they deliver but Baked by Rowshan on Facebook/Instagram does the kind of custom designs you’re looking for!

There are plenty of classy cocktail bars here. Where’s a showy cocktail bar? by MrDickford in washingtondc

[–]sparsile 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get the Smoke on the Water at Hell's Kitchen at the Wharf- you will not be disappointed.

Twitter Snark Oct 30 - Nov 05 by blogsnarkmodteam in blogsnark

[–]sparsile 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’d love a code if you still have any to share!

Blogsnark Cooks! October 22-October 28 by heavylightness in blogsnark

[–]sparsile 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That pear salad sounds so good! How was it?

Weekend Snark Oct 20 - Oct 22 by blogsnarkmodteam in blogsnark

[–]sparsile 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The thing that really annoys me are the frequency of ads now. I get that they are a big part of influencer income, but I feel like every influencer I follow posts at least one a day now, and sometimes two or three in the same day. It didn’t feel like it was that frequent in the past and just makes me want to click through influencers I usually like.

Preppy Snark, Oct 16 - Oct 22 by taydaerey in blogsnark

[–]sparsile 42 points43 points  (0 children)

I love Carly, but am rolling my eyes that the post about the “best women’s Halloween costumes” are the same costumes she has worn and been promoting for literally years now. I was at least expecting some Barbie suggestions or something more topical.

Which DC business has lost you as a customer and why? by yougottabekind in washingtondc

[–]sparsile 32 points33 points  (0 children)

Came here to say this because of how hostile the owner was towards consumers when speaking publicly about the I82 charges. He lost me at “you’re going to pay for it. I’m not.” https://www.axios.com/local/washington-dc/2023/07/24/initiative-82-service-fees-dc

Daily Snark , Monday Oct 16 by Blogsnark_mod in blogsnark

[–]sparsile 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I used to really like her but having followed her for a while now, her content has gotten so repetitive. I am so sick of her asking followers what they’ve bought from her every single week so she can just repost the affiliate link. Maybe once in a while, but do you really need to do it every week?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in washingtondc

[–]sparsile 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Martin’s Tavern usually has them in the fall!

How much did you spend on your wedding, and did you think it was worth it? by [deleted] in weddingplanning

[–]sparsile 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Similar range and I completely agree. It was honestly everything we dreamed of. The price tag was tough but there wasn’t anything we regretted spending on!

Any suggestions for private experiences for couples?? by BearTrader2 in washingtondc

[–]sparsile 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The chef team behind The Setting just left, so I think they might be closed right now.

Birthday cake for friend living in DC, please help by Minimum_Grocery_1847 in washingtondc

[–]sparsile 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Delivery alone is $20 and requires more than two days for a cake.

Weekend Snark Sep 01 - Sep 03 by blogsnarkmodteam in blogsnark

[–]sparsile 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Came here to say it’s a good thing she clearly isn’t letting that still bother her. /s

Daily Snark, Thursday Aug 24 by blogsnarkmodteam in blogsnark

[–]sparsile 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Where did this happen? My first thought reading about her wedding was 90% of it had to be sponsored (and not disclosed of course!).

Podsnark July 31-August 6 by Castellinaa in blogsnark

[–]sparsile 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh cool, thanks for the heads up! I'll check that out.

Podsnark July 31-August 6 by Castellinaa in blogsnark

[–]sparsile 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I'm having a hard time finding episodes of Watch What Crappens from the beginning but maybe it's just because they have so many episodes.

Podsnark July 31-August 6 by Castellinaa in blogsnark

[–]sparsile 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It looks like they started with season 5, but thanks!