For the past three years, I have had a Fujifilm Instax Mini camera on my Christmas wishlist.
Each year, I asked my family for it, and each year I got so many other things I wanted, but never the camera. Β This year, on Christmas morning, I opened up a square package from Brandon, and inside was the Instax 9 in the loveliest smokey white color! Β I was so excited – except he had forgotten one very important thing: the film. So I finally had my camera, but no way to actually take photos with it! π Β Of course, since everything is closed on Christmas Day, I couldn’t go out and buy some. Β On New Year’s Eve, I decided to take a trip to Walmart … then Michael’s … then Target … and I even called a few drugstores in the area – but they were all out of stock! Β I resorted to ordering some film on Amazon the next day, but it’s been nearly a month and I still haven’t taken my first photo with it! Β Oh well, it makes for a cute prop!
Despite my lack of film for my polaroid camera … Okay, wait. Β We need to clear the air here. Β I know Polaroid is a brand of camera. Β And Fujifilm is a brand of camera. Β However, people always call the Fujifilm Instax Minis (what I have) “polaroid cameras” and it doesn’t seem to create an issue. Β From what I’ve heard, the actual film that Polaroid makes fits in Instax Minis and the film that Fujifilm makes fits in Polaroid instant cameras! Β So am I technically allowed to call my camera a polaroid and that’s the “style” of camera rather than the brand? Β Oh boy, now I’m confusing myself. Β You tell me!
Moving on. Β It’s been dreadfully cold outside lately, so layers have been an absolute must. Β I’m not one for hats, but I sure do love a good blanket scarf. Β I matched mine with these fun pearl sneakers, threw a satin bomber jacket over my cozy knit sweater, and called it a day. Β After Brandon and I wrapped up this shoot, we headed to a local cafΓ© for some chai for me and coffee for him. Β Despite the bitter chill, we sat outside to drink our yummy beverages, and I really wasn’t as cold as I expected to be. Β Needless to say, this kind of layering kept me toasty warm in frigid temperatures, so I say you should pick up a few of these pieces too! Β The sweater is only $20 and comes inΒ fourteen styles! Β You can choose from several patterns and even some solid colors. Β I promise you won’t be disappointed – but you will be warm!
Do you have an instant … er,Β polaroid … camera? Β Have you found a fun way to display your photos? Β Let me know because I’m trying to get creative! Β CurrentlyΒ this is my inspiration!
Outfit Details
sweater | jacket | pants | identical shoes | similar scarf | bag
Taylor Aube says
This is such a cute post! I’ve always wanted that camera and that song is such a classic!
Stephanie Konkle says
You look so cute in all these photos! Love your outfit! I need a camera like this!
xo, Steph
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Kelssey Layton says
I’ve been wanting a Polaroid camera for FOREVER!! It’s such a fun way to capture fun, in the moment memories! And totally swooning over your pearl embellished pink shoes! LOVE them!
Jubilee says
I love your outfit in this photos. I want a camera like this 🖤
Nicole says
Glad you finally got the camera you wanted! Have fun!! Love your casual outfit look too!
Taylor Aube says
This is such a cute post! I’ve always wanted that camera and that song is such a classic!
Stephanie Konkle says
You look so cute in all these photos! Love your outfit! I need a camera like this!
xo, Steph
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Annette Dattilo says
I immediately wanted to dance when I read your title. π That striped sweater is perfection. And I love your hair! π
Kelssey Layton says
I’ve been wanting a Polaroid camera for FOREVER!! It’s such a fun way to capture fun, in the moment memories! And totally swooning over your pearl embellished pink shoes! LOVE them!
Danielle says
You are just the cutest! Love those pearl-embellished kicks and how fun is a having a Polaroid?! Need to break mine back out!
xx, Danielle | Pineapple & Prosecco
Rach says
Yay so happy you got one! We have that camera and it is so much fun to use. And I call it Polaroid as well. THey’re like the same thing haha!
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Anna English says
I love my little polaroid camera, they are so cute and easy to travel with!
Jubilee says
I love your outfit in this photos. I want a camera like this π€
Laura Leigh says
I’ve decided that you are legit the cutest thing ever! Loving all of these fun shots. Happy Friday gal!
xo Laura Leigh
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roxy says
So fun! I have this camera too, and I’m surprised by what a hit it is everywhere I go! Love your outfit, totally goes well with the camera!!
roxy says
So fun! I have this camera too, and I’m surprised by what a hit it is everywhere I go! Love your outfit, totally goes well with the camera!!
Stephani says
Super cute! I have that same camera! I havenβt used it in a while and I havenβt come up with a creative way to display the photos yet! But itβs so fun taking pix with it!
Xo, Steph
Kim says
Love that bag and those sneakers! That camera looks so fun and I’m glad your enjoying it!
xoxo,
Kim
LuxMommy says
Aww, these pics are so chic. Love that camera. Would make a great gift!
Kelsey says
You are so darn cute!! I’ve always wanted one of those cameras! xo
Kyla says
You are ADORABLE! That camera is the cutest and I can’t wait until you can actually take photos with it!
Kyla
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Rachael Thomas says
These photos are so cute! I love your sweater, and those pearl sneakers! I don’t have an instant camera, but they look like a lot of fun!
Rachael
Kelsey says
You are so darn cute!! I’ve always wanted one of those cameras! xo
Rachael Thomas says
These photos are so cute! I love your sweater, and those pearl sneakers! I don’t have an instant camera, but they look like a lot of fun!
Rachael
Sharon Wu says
omg you are so cute babe! i actually have the same polaroid camera that i got for my birthday from my bf two years ago and i still love it so much! we usually take plenty of polaroids when we are traveling and its a ton of fun. i love your pearl sneakers btw! they look so comfy and chic at the same time <3 xo, sharon
Kimmie says
I have the pink one and I love it too! It’s so fun to snap some polaroid pictures!
xo Kimmie
Sharon Wu says
omg you are so cute babe! i actually have the same polaroid camera that i got for my birthday from my bf two years ago and i still love it so much! we usually take plenty of polaroids when we are traveling and its a ton of fun. i love your pearl sneakers btw! they look so comfy and chic at the same time <3 xo, sharon
Lavenda Memory says
Love your entire vibe and such a cute blog post babe!
Lavenda Memory says
Love your entire vibe and such a cute blog post babe!
Anna English says
I love my little polaroid camera, they are so cute and easy to travel with!