Every time I bring up hashtags someone tells me th Every time I bring up hashtags someone tells me they do not work anymore.

Here is my take. Hashtags are still live on Instagram and they are still one of the main ways people search through the platform. Until Instagram tells us they are done I am going to keep using them, intentionally.

What has changed is how you should be using them.

Instagram has officially capped hashtags at 5 per post. Instagram made this change deliberately because stuffing 20 to 30 generic tags into every post was not serving anyone. Hashtags are no longer a reach tool. They are a clarity tool that helps the algorithm understand what your content is about.

5 intentional hashtags beat 30 random ones every single time.

Here is how to pick yours:

-Think about your niche, your audience, and your location
-Think about what someone would actually search — not what you would call your post
-A clown costume post might use #halloweencostume or #cosplay instead of #clowncostume because that is what someone searching for inspiration is actually typing

One more thing most people are missing. Instagram is leaning heavily into SEO and keyword search now. The words in your caption are doing work that hashtags used to do. Write descriptively and use natural language your audience would actually search. The algorithm is reading your words so give it something to work with.

Save this before you write your next post.
More digital strategy every Tuesday — follow along so you do not miss it.
As I’m planning out this years Halloween photo sho As I’m planning out this years Halloween photo shoot I had to circle back to this gem. I think this year will top it. I think 🤔 #halloween #costume #crystalball #cosplay #spookyseason👻
@tiffanitrancalix throws the best parties… #90snig @tiffanitrancalix throws the best parties… #90snight #justagirl
We’ve never met a theme we didn’t like. #october # We’ve never met a theme we didn’t like. #october #costumeseason #90snight
@blaumshavemorefun sent me this reel from @_memoir @blaumshavemorefun sent me this reel from @_memoirsofatraveler and I have never found a better description of my life. Every night out dancing ends with a PT appointment with @therapeuticbydesignpt the next week.  These knees are not 22 anymore.
The truth is I’m in a better mood when I like my o The truth is I’m in a better mood when I like my outfit #mirrorselfie
Gift guides are one of the most powerful tools a c Gift guides are one of the most powerful tools a creator has during the holiday season — and most people are not using them.

This is part one of two. Today we are talking about gift guides for creators. Next Tuesday we are talking about gift guides for retail businesses and small business owners. Save both.

Here is what a well built gift guide actually does for you as a creator:

	•	Drives affiliate revenue through platforms like LTK, ShopMy, Amazon Associates, Collective Voice, Mavely, and Howl
	•	Lives on your blog with its own URL so you own it and it keeps working long after the holidays
	•	Gives you content to distribute across every platform including two Pinterest pins per guide — one to your LTK post and one to your blog
	•	Opens the door to add gift guides as a bonus deliverable in brand collab pitches — and yes, services count too

Start by planning your categories. Gifts for her. Gifts under $50. Stocking stuffers. The more specific the guide the more useful it is — and useful content gets saved and shared.

The creators who win the holiday season start building now.

Save this and start planning your first guide this week.
More digital strategy every Tuesday — follow along so you do not miss it.
Through shaving, waxing, laser, threading this one Through shaving, waxing, laser, threading this one hair prevails. #thisis40 #thisisperimenopause #losinghaironmyhead #growingiteverywhereelse
Fashion week never really stops in New Orleans. Fashion week never really stops in New Orleans. 

Last night @abbydumatrait and I were able to check out all of @shopcosmiccollective runway show pieces as well as her new fur and fringe combo stoles. @theclosetbyscsc hosted and we scoured the racks of what is available to rent. Yes, rent. The Closet is open by appointment to rent their clothes as well as jewelry, hats and other accessories. 

We ended the night with @bylauracitron and @anyoldiron at the grand opening party for Any Old Iron on Magazine Street. Their shop is the perfect addition to New Orleans and needs to be your next shopping stop!! Andrew and Laura are both just so incredibly talented and I’m excited for them to be in our city.
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Fall, Fashion, Shopping, Style · September 11, 2023

5 Shoes You Need to Wear this Fall

It’s time to coverup the toes and look for your fall shoes. These five pairs will keep you covered all season long.

Dressing Tips, Fall, Fashion, Holiday, Style · November 11, 2021

Thanksgiving Outfits

Thanksgiving feels comfortable, cozy and all about home. I am giving you some ideas for the perfect Thanksgiving outfit.

Fashion, Nordstrom Sale, Style · July 10, 2021

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale – How To

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is one of the biggest and most anticipated sales of the year.  Four years ago was my first opportunity to shop the sale. I was a little overwhelmed with the magnitude of what was offered so…

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At Home, Decorating, Entertaining, Fall, Halloween, Life · October 15, 2020

Pumpkin Decorating Party

Last year we had a pumpkin decorating party for Peyton’s Gotcha Day. It was a lot of fun and a great way to start halloween week.

Boutique Profile, Dressing Tips, Fall, Fashion, Shopping, Sponsored, Style · October 8, 2020

It’s Sweater Weather: 4 Sweater Styles You Need This Fall

Have you ever seen this SNL skit? It’s Sweater Weather!! {This post is sponsored by Perfectly Priscilla Boutique} Fall is creeping it’s way in this year. We just had our first real cool front and it has me ready for…

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Dressing Tips, Fashion, Seasonal Guide, Style · August 25, 2020

Love It or Leave It? Lavender for Fall

Bronze was to spring what lavender will be to fall. The unexpected color of the season.

At Home, Fun, Halloween, Holiday, Kids, Life · October 31, 2019

We Five King’s Family Halloween Costume

We took our family Halloween costume to the next level this year and made it into our yearly family shoot.

Dressing Tips, Fashion, Style · September 24, 2019

Leave the Yoga Pants at the Gym

Looking for a comfortable and casual outfit but something more than leggings this fall? This Sweater outfit may be what you need.

Fashion, Style · September 3, 2019

Mixing Leopard and Stripes

Leopards don’t have stripes but it does make an excellent pattern mixing combo for fall. September is here and while the temp hasn’t decreased my desired to wear things auburn, rust and olive increased. I don’t know why a simple…

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At Home, Kids, Life · July 19, 2019

Back 2 School

It’s nearing time for back to school and even though I am ready to enjoy the rest of my summer it’s time to prepare.

Decorating, Entertaining, Holiday, Home, Thanksgiving · November 16, 2018

Setting Your Thanksgiving Table

Thanksgiving is less than a week away and I am ready for family and food.  Thanksgiving feels easier to me than Christmas since there aren’t as many events leading up to it.  It makes me feel relaxed and calm. I…

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Fashion, Holiday, Style, Thanksgiving · November 5, 2018

What to Wear to Thanksgiving Dinner

There is something really beautiful to me about the time between Halloween and Christmas.  The temps are mild and the colors are vibrant and the mosquitos usually aren’t biting any more.  Plus there is Thanksgiving. There is something special to…

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I'm Tiffany. Although some of my favorite people call me Tippy. My favorite color is pattern. Seriously, I've never met a pattern I didn't like. My style is as bold as my personality and you should never trust my hair color. I am all about size inclusive style on a Nordstrom Sale budget.
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Every time I bring up hashtags someone tells me th Every time I bring up hashtags someone tells me they do not work anymore.

Here is my take. Hashtags are still live on Instagram and they are still one of the main ways people search through the platform. Until Instagram tells us they are done I am going to keep using them, intentionally.

What has changed is how you should be using them.

Instagram has officially capped hashtags at 5 per post. Instagram made this change deliberately because stuffing 20 to 30 generic tags into every post was not serving anyone. Hashtags are no longer a reach tool. They are a clarity tool that helps the algorithm understand what your content is about.

5 intentional hashtags beat 30 random ones every single time.

Here is how to pick yours:

-Think about your niche, your audience, and your location
-Think about what someone would actually search — not what you would call your post
-A clown costume post might use #halloweencostume or #cosplay instead of #clowncostume because that is what someone searching for inspiration is actually typing

One more thing most people are missing. Instagram is leaning heavily into SEO and keyword search now. The words in your caption are doing work that hashtags used to do. Write descriptively and use natural language your audience would actually search. The algorithm is reading your words so give it something to work with.

Save this before you write your next post.
More digital strategy every Tuesday — follow along so you do not miss it.
As I’m planning out this years Halloween photo sho As I’m planning out this years Halloween photo shoot I had to circle back to this gem. I think this year will top it. I think 🤔 #halloween #costume #crystalball #cosplay #spookyseason👻
@tiffanitrancalix throws the best parties… #90snig @tiffanitrancalix throws the best parties… #90snight #justagirl
We’ve never met a theme we didn’t like. #october # We’ve never met a theme we didn’t like. #october #costumeseason #90snight
@blaumshavemorefun sent me this reel from @_memoir @blaumshavemorefun sent me this reel from @_memoirsofatraveler and I have never found a better description of my life. Every night out dancing ends with a PT appointment with @therapeuticbydesignpt the next week.  These knees are not 22 anymore.
The truth is I’m in a better mood when I like my o The truth is I’m in a better mood when I like my outfit #mirrorselfie
Gift guides are one of the most powerful tools a c Gift guides are one of the most powerful tools a creator has during the holiday season — and most people are not using them.

This is part one of two. Today we are talking about gift guides for creators. Next Tuesday we are talking about gift guides for retail businesses and small business owners. Save both.

Here is what a well built gift guide actually does for you as a creator:

	•	Drives affiliate revenue through platforms like LTK, ShopMy, Amazon Associates, Collective Voice, Mavely, and Howl
	•	Lives on your blog with its own URL so you own it and it keeps working long after the holidays
	•	Gives you content to distribute across every platform including two Pinterest pins per guide — one to your LTK post and one to your blog
	•	Opens the door to add gift guides as a bonus deliverable in brand collab pitches — and yes, services count too

Start by planning your categories. Gifts for her. Gifts under $50. Stocking stuffers. The more specific the guide the more useful it is — and useful content gets saved and shared.

The creators who win the holiday season start building now.

Save this and start planning your first guide this week.
More digital strategy every Tuesday — follow along so you do not miss it.
Through shaving, waxing, laser, threading this one Through shaving, waxing, laser, threading this one hair prevails. #thisis40 #thisisperimenopause #losinghaironmyhead #growingiteverywhereelse
Fashion week never really stops in New Orleans. Fashion week never really stops in New Orleans. 

Last night @abbydumatrait and I were able to check out all of @shopcosmiccollective runway show pieces as well as her new fur and fringe combo stoles. @theclosetbyscsc hosted and we scoured the racks of what is available to rent. Yes, rent. The Closet is open by appointment to rent their clothes as well as jewelry, hats and other accessories. 

We ended the night with @bylauracitron and @anyoldiron at the grand opening party for Any Old Iron on Magazine Street. Their shop is the perfect addition to New Orleans and needs to be your next shopping stop!! Andrew and Laura are both just so incredibly talented and I’m excited for them to be in our city.
Good morning. I’ll be your halloqueen for the next Good morning. I’ll be your halloqueen for the next 31 days. #halloween #kingoween #halloqueen

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