If my house were on fire, and after all the kids were safely outside, I'd definitely go back in for my camera! I just upgraded to the new Canon Rebel T6i and could 100% justify the purchase because I use my camera literally every single day! Between blogging, documenting my children, and photography gigs, I feel like it is always around my neck. As soon as I agreed to photograph my first wedding this summer (!), I decided that all I really wanted was a gorgeous camera strap to make me feel like the confident wedding photographer I need to be! I found about a dozen true loves at Bloom Theory, and I think it'll be easy to convince you that your camera needs one of these gorgeous straps too!
Bloom Theory was born from a dream when European gals Vania & Christine set out to revolutionize the world of camera accessories. They strive to create designs that are dramatic and unconventional, yet still practical and efficient. Every photographer will agree that a camera strap is a necessity, regardless of how experienced and seasoned you are. If you are going to have your camera dangling from your neck anyways, you might as well have something beautiful and eye-catching! These designs speak for themselves:
I was privileged and delighted to receive (at no cost to facilitate this review) the Mauve Minerva scarf camera strap and the Apache toy camera for the babe!
I saw these scarf camera straps first on Pinterest, and literally gasped out loud at how pretty I thought these were. I can't think of a more lovely way to wear your camera than with a gorgeous strap or scarf adorning your neck. I think photographers, more than anyone, are skilled at finding and capturing the beauty that sometimes goes unnoticed or passed by, and these are the artists who can fully appreciate a little touch of something unexpected and charming.
What really make these leaps and bounds beyond any DIY strap you could put together is the choice of materials -- cream and gold, heavy duty material, and shiny gold clasps. The hardware is simple, different, and still able to sustain the weight of professional gear. I love how the complete product can look so delicate and high class, and still be so functional.
I'll never get over this gorgeous thick lace!
Bloom Theory also carries the cutest toy cameras!
These are recommended for ages 3 and up, but with careful supervision, I've been letting Little B hold on to her new Apache Toy Camera.
What a classy baby with it around her neck! It is soft and plush, and with such a cute pattern, I think its so fun for her to have her own camera to wear and pretend with! I think these would make excellent gifts for the photographer's child and they sure look cute as photo props.
I'm convinced that anything that comes from Bloom Theory is going to be high-quality and gorgeous. The babe & I just love our camera straps and I can't wait to be seen in public with my new and adorned camera at this summer wedding! I'll be telling everyone that Bloom Theory is the hot spot for beautiful camera straps!
Connect: You can connect with Bloom Theory on Facebook, and follow them on Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram.
Buy it: You can purchase the Mauve Minerva Scarf Camera Strap for $79, and the Apache Toy Camera for $29. Many more styles are available on the Bloom Theory website.
Win it: One winner will receive the Apache Toy Camera ($29) and their choice of either the "Marmalade" or "Spiced Cider" Scarf Camera Strap ($59)!
Open to the US only, ages 18 and up. Ends on July 9th at 11:59 PM EST.
Enter using the Giveaway Tools form below. Good Luck!
Disclosure: I (Camille) received the Mauve Minerva Scarf Camera Strap and the Apache Toy Camera at no cost to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.
lisa e says
I like provence and ophelia. The all are really nice and classy.
Amber says
My favorite strap of the scarf collection is LOVE ME 'FLEUR' EVER NO.3! They are all so beautiful though.
Tracy Gordon says
They are all pretty but I am loving Provence in navy!
Tiffinie Wittenbach says
They are all so pretty but I love the presence collection is my favorite
Danielle G says
Wow, they are all so beautiful! I love Bohemian Belle, and as for the scarf straps, I like Marguerite!
Amber Ludwig says
I love Wild Flower and Celestial Daze!! But they are all so gorgeous!! What a great idea for photographers!!
Rebecca W says
I love the Salton Sea!
Sara schwab says
i want the scarf with white with pink flowers
Gabby Anderson says
There all beautiful I definitely have to say my favorite is http://bloomtheorystraps.bigcartel.com/product/salton-sea
kim vh says
Seriously.... how am I supposed to pick?!! They are all gorgeous! I love them all....I really don't know..... would it be the mint julep, Provence in navy, marmalade, love me fleur ever... in every color???? hehe. Can't pick, all beautiful!
adri says
I love the "love me fleur ever" scarf straps! The blue #3 is my favorite.
Kristina D says
So many beautfiul straps! I love Provence (aqua) and Marakkech teal!
Alexandra robertson says
The love me flour ever 3 is too cute!!
Amber g says
How can I pick just one. But the love me "fleur" ever # 3 is so cute/sweet and the perfect floral.
Heather M says
I love so many of the scarf strap prints. A scarf strap is a great idea and seems like it would be really comfortable. I especially like the Navy Provence, Moonrise, and Mrs. Dottie Gold.
chrissy c says
Oh my goodness I love them all! One of my favorites is Ophelia.
wendy browne says
The lace on the Washed Ashore is extravagant and beautiful.
jessica says
these camera straps are the coolest thing I have seen in a long tie. under camera straps I liked washes ashore. It reminds me of Victorian lace very girly.. I like it a lot Under camera scarfs I like the Provence Aqua. This is a great idea. My camera gets to heavey and I don't want to bring it anywhere. I miss out on so many beautiful picture.. if this helped that...I would love to get one... thanks for sharing...
Ashley Chassereau Parks says
I love The Silver Lining Straps!! The play camera is just precious!!
Laura V says
This was very hard to decide, because I am a scarf freak! I like the minerva, the St. Mark's pigeons, and love in the mist. However, out of all of those, I think my ultimate favorite is "washed ashore" I think that is the one I would use the most!
Nikki Strong says
Love is a mist is my favorite! They are all beautiful.
I'd love advice on how you have so many products to review!
I am trying to vamp up my savings/product review site. www.frugalmomclub.com
Casey B says
I love the Aqua Province!! So pretty!
Paol Trenny says
I like ENGLISH SONNET, UN PEU DE ROSE (GRAY), PRIMAVERA, and ST. MARK'S PIGEONS.
barb l says
They are all very pretty, but I I love the one you are giving away... marmalade!! Soooo beautiful!!
ellen Kowal says
I like them all! My favorites are probably Stardust Silver, Love in a MIst, Primavera
John R says
Love the dandelion strap!
Amanda Alvarado says
I like the Ms. Dottie Gold scarf strap!!
Christa Lopez says
I love Dandelion and LOVE ME 'FLEUR' EVER NO.3!
Megan says
I love them all, but since I have to pick one I would probably pick dandelion.
Cortney Schnereger says
I love ur giveaways
Linda Mannst says
I really like the CELESTIAL DAZE. These are all so nice. I appreciate you sharing these
Sarh S says
I love the Shutterbug toy camera! But as for a strap, I like Provence in Navy.
Dana Allen says
I love them all... If I had to choose it would be mint julep or dandelion!
Jane Gordon says
These are absolutely beautiful and creative! The baby one is too cute! 🙂
Dana L says
St. Mark's Pigeons. Beautiful!
ellen schull says
The Ophelia strap is my very favorite it is just so pretty.
ColleenMarie says
I really like the PETITE CHÉRIE camera strap!
Melanie says
Holy moly/OMGosh Ruth... my heart literally skipped a few beats when I saw you were hosting this A-mazing Bloom Theory goodness!! I have been in absolute love & swooned over their camera straps for the last 3 years+! This is seriously like "Oprah" good to this mama/photog... thank you a bazillion x for the sweet chance! xx (Sorry I know, super cheesy but can't help myself) Lol)
I really love them all (surprise! Haha) but my new fav is the pretty Province in pink!! Oh & we have our first baby girl due in Nov & it would make my heart so happy to give her her "first" little toy camera!!
Haley Cook says
I really don't know which one is my favorite. I love them all. Provence maybe my favorite? or wild flower.
Kara Teel says
Can I pick all of them? They are all so adorable. If I had to pick I would say Moonrise.
joni says
I like the MINERVA (MAUVE) camera scarf.
laurie nykaza says
LA BOHÈME is so pretty love all their colors and designs
Shakeia Rieux says
I really like the Provence in Aqua
Natalie says
I really like the primavera camera strap the most!
Grace Cuffari says
I love the "roar" style!
Tressie Rollins says
They were all so cute, but I think my favourites were 'Moonrise', 'Persimmon', 'Sunrise', and 'Marrakech Teal'. 🙂
Sherry Compton says
I like the Creme Brulee.
Cindy Kong says
I really love the St. Mark's Pigeons
Helen says
I like the Ophelia camera straps
Sarah B. says
I love Provence in Navy!