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9 Seattle bloggers you need to be following
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Nov 22, 2015
1. Shelley Buchanan
Shelley runs a blog with a very unique niche: Bloody Marys. She will tell you where to find the best ones around Seattle, and has even taste tested over 100 to help with her research. She also just released the book The Drunken Tomato: Seattle in case you’re looking for even more places to try out the brunch drink.
2. Susan and Chad Smith
This adventure-seeking couple moved from Chicago four years ago, and have been writing about their explorations in the Pacific Northwest ever since. They’ll take you on their hiking and kayaking activities, review Seattle restaurants, and experience local events. Their series “48 Hours In…” will give you great ideas of how to spend your weekend in one of the towns they have visited.
3. Lisa Cole
Lisa is a style and fashion writer who loves showing women how to feel great. Her focus is on being stylish no matter what your age is, whether you’re in your 20s or 60s. Her blog posts have a variety of clothing that is affordable.
4. Valerie Hansen
She writes about fashion and travel, and focuses on middle-aged women feeling beautiful. There are guides for what to wear for whatever activity you’re doing, from hiking on the Olympic Peninsula to enjoying a summer day on Lake Washington. She also has several guides for when you go out of town (hello, Vegas!).
5. Adria Saracino
Adria runs a lifestyle blog connecting people to lesser-known places in Seattle. She particularly likes blogging on food, independent makers, and travel. Creating a Seattle event calendar is also on her agenda, so you’ll always know what’s going on in the area.
6. Carolyn Marino
Carolyn’s blog encompasses beauty, fashion, travel, and food around Seattle. She takes beautiful pictures that make you wish you were eating the food she’s reviewing or wearing the outfit she’s showcasing. Follow her for the latest clothing store openings and reviews.
7. Grace Xia
Need to know what the wear to the local pumpkin patch while still looking fashionable? Grace has you covered. She’s worked with many Seattle brands, and knows what’s in style. She also has helpful posts with advice for bloggers.
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8. Jessica Williams
With the blog name of “You Did What With Your Weiner,” you know this blog will be entertaining. Jessica focuses on outdoor activities and traveling with her two small weiner dogs, Gretel and Chester. She specializes in local dog events, dog-friendly restaurants, and places around the city to go with your dog.
9. Portia Smith
This lifestyle blog is based out of Seattle. Portia shares her favorite health, wellness and fashion brands, focusing on highlighting those that are from the Pacific Northwest area. She reviews many of the local subscription boxes, and has fun giveaways on a regular basis. 
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