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I've been trying to start a blog for months but I keep getting stuck on the design before I even write a single post.

There are so many template galleries out there and half of them look either super outdated or way too busy with sliders and pop-ups everywhere.

I really just want something with a clean layout, good typography, and readability that actually makes people want to stick around and read. Where are you all finding the best blog website templates these days?

I've been browsing Wix and Flatpress mostly (anyone compared the two for blogging specifically?) but open to hearing where else people have had a good experience.

I'm building a small side business and have been thinking about Wix as a all-in-one solution. It seems like a great fit for getting started quickly. That said, I want to make sure I'm making a good decision before committing.

I've seen prices ranging from $2/month to $50+/month and I genuinely have no idea what the difference is or what I actually need at this stage.

A few things I'm trying to figure out:

- What's a realistic monthly cost for a new, low-traffic site?

- Has anyone used Wix for their side business? What's your experience?

- Any hosts you'd avoid for someone just getting started?

Not looking to over-engineer this, just want something reliable that won't break the bank while the project finds its feet.

Any advice appreciated!