Instagram Influencer Spotlight On: Kristin Forgala @rekreateddesign

1) Tell us a little about yourself. What are you doing now and where do you come from?

Interior Designer and Blogger in Montreal, Canada

2) What are your topics of interest? What do you post on Instagram the most?

Interior Design, Decor, Lifestyle, Family

3) How did your Instagram name come about?

Name of my blog and business

4) What are some apps you use to edit your photos? Share with us your photo-editing routine!

Afterlight, Photoshop, Instagram

5) Any Instagrammers whom you really like? Which Instagrammer inspires you the most?

@sosasha @girlsonfood @contemporarysocial

6) If there’s one thing your fellow Instagrammers just gotta try now, what’s it gonna be?

Easy Social Grow – love how easy it was to get quality, engaged followers

7) What’s your favorite part about being an influencer?

Connecting with people and brands. Love hearing about and trying new things and sharing those things with others.

8) What are some of your top tips to brands for running campaigns? How do you maintain authenticity?

Stay true to your word. I don’t compromise integrity for a free product and will only promote brands and products that have done what they promised and have good values. That doesn’t mean a brand has to be perfect – just honest.

9) What would your advice be on the importance of quality and original content?

This is critical for gaining followers engagement and trust. Integrity is key and people like relatable content, not just fake shots. I love to capture the moments as they happen, at different times of day, raw content, etc. A picture says a thousand words and helps you to stay relevant and relatable.

10) What do you like best about partnering with brands?

Getting to know different brands. I work in Marketing for a fast-moving consumer goods company as my main job and I love understanding different company’s marketing strategies, values and products. I especially love to see new products and try them out, or also share some of my favourites that I love.

Topics:

• Architecture
• Design
• DIY & Crafts
• Food & Drink
• Gardening
• Health & Fitness
• Kids & Parenting
• Travel

Country:

Canada