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Sweater Weather

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Pink Cardigan Jacket c/o || Pink Tee || AG Skinny Jeans || Velvet Flats || Sunglasses || Circle Bag || MAC Lip Color || Jackie Kennedy Cascade Ring || Love Rose Gold Bangle ||

As soon as the temps drop, I'm in a constant state of being chilled and trust me, in NEPA the temps have DROPPED. Haha, no joke. For this in-between weather I love a cozy cardigan to keep me warm and allow me to still wear some of my favorite summer pieces. This dusty rose cardigan from Chicwish is the perfect mix of a sweater and jacket rolled into one. It has an open front with wide lapels and folded cuffs. I love the fit. Its not too tight or baggy. I paired the cardigan with my favorite tee to wear from summer (also in a pink shade) and these velvet flats that are beautiful for fall. They have the cutest little bow on them too! Anything velvet has been catching my eye lately. I'm wearing a S/M in the cardigan and its under $40! Such a steal for a staple piece that you'll be wearing all the time.

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xo, Amanda

As Sweet As A Rose

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Rose Print Dress c/o || Embellished Mules || Sunglasses || Circle Bag || Rose Gold Love Bangle || Jackie Kennedy Cascade Ring ||

I'll always be a girl who falls head over heels in love with a dress. The femininity and romance a dress can evoke always gets me, especially when one has all the charm of a vintage style! This rose print dress has a 1960's feel to it and the quint essential fit and flare style. Chichwish has the best "prom" style dresses. Every time I wear this style, I always get sooooo many compliments. They truly are eye catching and ever so chic. I always feel the most like myself when wearing dresses like this. would wear one everyday if I could! This fits true to size (wearing a size small) and is under $53. The afternoons are still warm making it a great to continue to wear your favorite dresses.

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xo, Amanda

Seeing Stars

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Star Cardigan c/o || Tank Top || AG Skinny Jeans || Pink Loafer Mules || Tory Burch Bag || Sunglasses || Star Drop Earrings c/o || Rose Gold Love Bangle || MAC Lip Color || Jackie Kennedy Cascade Ring ||

Good morning, friends! I can hardly believe that it is September already! Speaking of, I hope everyone enjoyed their Labor Day holiday. I actually had my first PSL of the season yesterday and it was so delicious. While I'm sad to see summer dwindling down, I'm also getting excited for all of the fall activities we have planned. Fall is always an extremely busy time of the year for us. As you know, we've been experiencing some early fall weather, which means cozy cardigans and sweaters! This navy blue cardigan with bright white stars on it from Chicwish is fun and unique all while keeping you warm. It reminds me of the night sky too, which is awesome. I've always been fascinated by the stars and the moon. It has an oversized fit (I'm wearing a S/M)and costs under $55. The star cardigan evokes a bit of magic to any outfit its paired with!

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xo, Amanda

Lemon Aid Dress // Water Hyacinth Bag

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Multi Color Dress c/o || VT Thai Bag c/o || Loafer Mules || Jackie Kennedy Cascade Ring || Rose Gold Love Bangle || Bauble Bar Ring c/o || MAC Lip Color || Sunglasses ||

Hello all and happy Friday eve! I can hardly believe that tomorrow rings in a new month and a new season with it. Crazy how fast time flies by. While I'm super excited for fall to arrive, I'm still enjoying every last drop of summer that there is. One thing I always miss about summer is just throwing on a dress and heading out the door. It's a no fuss outfit that always looks effortlessly chic. While I do love to layer in the fall, I'll still always miss the ease of a simple dress. This dress reminds me of lemon aid and its only $20! Such a steal. I love that it has some sleeves on it too, which makes it have a shirt dress feel. Oh! This dress has pockets too! I'm obsessed with dresses that have pockets, haha.

I wore this bag recently in my previous two posts and adore how big and roomy it is without looking too overwhelming on my small frame. It looks like a straw bag, but its actually made out of water hyacinth! Pretty cool, right?! It's very light weight too, which is great for when I need to put all of my everyday essentials in it and then carry it around all day. It's only $22.86 too, which is an awesome price for a well made bag. I've been talking with the company over the past few weeks and they are very reputable and friendly. No complaints here. All of the bags are hand crafted too. I recently got this one to transition into fall with. I'm not ready to completely put away my straw/wicker bags yet.

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xo, Amanda

Dreamy Summer Sunsets

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Bandeau Top And Ruffle Skirt Set c/o || Sunglasses || Rock Stud Sandals c/o || VT Thai Bag c/o || MAC Lip Color || Rose Gold Love Bangle || Jackie Kennedy Cascade Ring || Baublebar Bracelet Set c/o || LC Lauren Conrad Necklace c/o ||

Good morning and happy Tuesday! This was one of my favorite summer photo shoots this year. Everything about it was so dreamy and romantic. Plus, the location has so much meaning for me and is always increadibly pretty to see. I'm going to keep it rather short today. I was having computer troubles so this post took quite a bit of time to get together. The bandeau top and skort set do run true to size and are only $31! The blue and white stripes evoke a classic preppy feel while the slit in the skort adds some subtle sexiness to the outfit. I love the ruffles too!

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Xo, Amanda  

Fall Into Color // Contest Giveaway!

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Julie Brown NYC Dress c/o || Julie Brown NYC Coat c/o || LC Lauren Conrad Bag || Similar Heels || Rose Gold Love Bangle || Jackie Kennedy Cascade Ring || MAC Lip Color ||

Good morning and happy Friday, friends! Today I'm very excited to be partnering with Julie Brown NYC to tell you about an amazing contest to win a $150 gift card to their store! Who doesn't love a little fall shopping spree?! The coat and tweed dress I'm wearing above are both from their new fall line and I have to tell you, I'm absolutely in love with both pieces. The berry colors in both the dress and coat are beyond gorgeous. Ava could not stop touching the coat too, haha. She kept saying "mommy's coat! mommy's coat!" and wanted to hold it. The dress even has suede paneling along the side that is so soft and adds a unique little twist. The other items in their fall catalogue are equally drool worthy, I'm particularly eyeing this coat which would be perfect for fall and winter! I'm wearing a size P in the dress and a size 2 in the berry coat.

Visit my Instagram in order to enter the contest, which will be running from today through Monday! The winner will be chosen on Monday. Good luck and i hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!

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xo, Amanda

Blue Porcelain

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Blue Porcelain Top And Short Set c/o || Clutch || Sunglasses || Rock Stud Sandals c/o || Bauble Bar Star Drop Earrings c/o || Christian Paul Watch c/o || Jackie Kennedy Cascade Ring || Rose Gold Love Bangle ||

Good morning, friends and happy Friday eve! Haha, we're almost there to the weekend! I'm particularly excited for this weekend because we're supposed to have spectacular weather. I mean, absolutely flawless paradise type of weather. Sunshine, blue skies, temps in the 70s, slight breeze, and NO rain in sight! That means lots of outdoor activities are scheduled.

One of my favorite patterns that is reminiscent of the good ol' days is blue porcelain. It's striking with the vibrant blue color, one of my favorite colors. I actually used an almost identical shade of blue for my brides maids dresses when I got married. It's been a long time favorite. Every time I see the pattern it reminds me of The Andy Griffith Show, which if you have never seen, please go watch a few episodes! In the colored episodes, Aunt Bee has plates with a blue and white porcelain pattern on them. I also love to search for vintage plates/cups/bowls with the pattern when I go antiquing. The set is only $18 and runs true to size. Combo sets like this are great. It's like a two for one deal!

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xo, Amanda

Butterscotch Cardigan

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One of my most favorite seasons is approaching and I simply cannot wait. As each day grows closer, I grow more and more excited with anticipation. Summer is still rocking, but around this time I like to start sprinkling fall looks into my wardrobe. Luckily, this whole upcoming week we're supposed to have "fall like" weather with cool mornings, evenings and warm sunny afternoons in the 70s. Cardigans and layering pieces are an absolute staple for me in the fall. This butterscotch one from Julie Brown NYC has a subtle golden shimmer along with ribbing and cables. The open style makes this flattering for every body type. The butterscotch shade is a beautiful neutral that will pair with a variety of items in your wardrobe. It also comes in five different shades! I'm loving the spiced wine in particular!

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xo, Amanda

Running Errands

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Hello all and Happy Monday! A few days ago I wore this athletic outfit out while running some errands around town. I cannot even tell you how comfy everything I have on is! The gray sweater is a little bit cropped, which makes them perfect for these high waisted leggings. The sweater is so super soft. It feels like the coziest blanket you've ever cuddled up in! It's one of my favorite pieces right now and I cannot wait to continue to wear it into fall. The leggings are a high quality (thick fabric) and stay up without any sagging. I did read some reviews on them saying to size down, which I did, and found them to fit good. I'm wearing an XXS. They are a longer length so I rolled up the ends a bit. Honestly, they are the best pair of leggings I've ever owned. I'm also in love with these Nike's! I'm typically not a sneakers girl, but these are sooooo amazing and great for running around with Ava. I feel like I'm walking on air! I also like how the tongue is attached to the shoe. I sized up 1/2 a size for the best fit.

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xo, Amanda

Pink Pom Poms

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Happy Friday, friends! This dress is so cute with small bell sleeves and little pom poms along the hemline, cuffs, and around the chest. I love how feminine it is and super comfy to wear too! Plus, it's under $24! This dress has a loose fit. I'm wearing an XS for reference and found it to be roomy. While it's still summer and I'm savoring every last second of it, I'm starting to think ahead to transition outfits and the cooler weather, though they're forecasting a warmer fall this year so who knows. Regardless, I'm loving the fact that this dress can be taken from summer into fall with its thicker fabric and long sleeves. Pink is everywhere for fall and can be worn year around, which I totally love! A simple switch of the bag and shoes and you have a transition to fall outfit.

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xo, Amanda

Pink Off The Shoulder Dress

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This pink off the shoulder dress is so incredibly sweet! There are subtle vertical stripes and a tie to cinch your waist in. My favorite part are the ruffles! They add an element of fun and flirtiness to the look. This dress is under $16 and fits true to size. I'm wearing an XS. I went with an all pink ensemble and these rock stud heels (I told you I've been wearing them non-stop!) They're the perfect summer sandal and are actually really comfy to wear. I love how they go with everything so they're super versatile and you really get your money's worth out of them (only $45!)

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xo, Amanda

The Floral Maxi Dress

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Hello and happy Tuesday, friends! Typically I stay away from maxi dresses because of my short height. Now, don't get me wrong, I love how they look, but they are usually too long for me to wear or seem to overwhelm my small frame. The one I'm wearing above not only fits like a glove, but also is the perfect length for petites! I'm 5'2 for reference. I'm also loving the front slit and the exposed back. This dress is definitely sexy in a very subtle way. These rock stud heels are the PERFECT dupes for the Valentino ones. You can't beat the $45 price tag on them. I've been wearing them non stop since I received them. They fit true to size.

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xo, Amanda

The Little Gold Dress

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Julie Brown NYC Dress c/o || Rose Gold Heels || Similar Clutch || DW Bondi Watch c/o || Rose Gold Love Bangle || Jackie Kennedy Cascade Ring ||

Hello, friends! Today is all about "going out" style with this gorgeous cocktail dress from Julie Brown NYC. I adore the gold foil print! It instantly caught my eye and shimmers in the prettiest way when the light catches it. I received many compliments while out shooting it too. To me, gold is one of those colors you cannot go wrong with. It warms up your complexion and as a metallic color, matches just about anything paired up with it. If I could only choose one color to have as my cocktail dress, gold would be it.

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xo, Amanda

Cozy Weekend In Blush, Gray, and White

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Blush Sweater || White Skinny Jeans || Tassel Sneakers || Sunglasses || Tory Burch Bag || Rose Gold Love Bangle || Jackie Kennedy Cascade Ring || DW Bondi Watch c/o ||

Happy Friday, friends! I recently wore this outfit out and felt sooooo comfortable in it! I've been in love with the color combo of blush, white, and gray lately. It's summery and also a great way to transition into fall. While I typically go with olive and burgundy for fall, I've also been adding in many blush and gray pieces. No surprise there! This outfit, while casual, has a soft and romantic feel to it. The sweater is so cozy and has an oversized fit. These tassel sneakers are currently sold out, but I found a pair that look almost exactly the same and come in a variety of colors, blush included!

Cheers to a wonderful weekend everyone!

xo, Amanda

Mint Lace Dress

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Paper Crown Dress c/o || Similar Mint Shoes || LC Lauren Conrad Bag c/o || Sunglasses || Rose Gold Love Bangle || Jackie Kennedy Cascade Ring || DW Bondi Watch c/o ||

There's something so feminine and beautiful about lace. I became completely smitten when I saw this Paper Crown dress in a gorgeous mint shade. The fabric is thick (excellent quality) and the length hits right below my knees. The low back is even more stunning and adds a sexiness to the dress while still keeping it demure. I'm wearing a size 2 and found it to be quite comfortable. It was a little loose in the waist, but anything tighter my have made it uncomfortable when sitting down. The dress has a subtle fit-and-flare style making it perfect for almost every body type and its my favorite to wear! This is the perfect dress for your next soiree, a date night out or an elegant brunch with the girls.

xo, Amanda

Lavender and Blush

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I was pretty excited when I saw this cardigan being included in the #nsale this year. The layered ruffled sleeves are too cute to pass up! There's never been a dramatic sleeve that I didn't love. The number one reason I love this cardigan is the color. You don't usually see too many purple pieces, especially lavender, so this immediately popped. The soft colors in this outfit are so beautiful and feminine. I've been seeing many soft colors for fall, which has me over the moon! These embellished mules are absolutely dreamy! They're a dusty rose color and run true to size. The embellishments elevate them to evoke a little bit of glamour.

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xo, Amanda

Adding some Sparkle...

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Hello all and happy Tuesday! If you live in the North East, then you may have experienced some of the wild thunderstorms we've been having. Technically, I'm not complaining because they lowered the temperature a bit to a comfortable level. Now, we're suppose to have some pretty decent weather so hands up in the air for that! The weather literally controls so much of what we do so I'm constantly watching it, haha. I usually dress based on how the weather is or even last night, I was grilling some food outside and was watching the sky constantly in case the storm was suddenly going to start. I literally have a sweater on now as I'm writing this because it's so chilly outside (about 60 degrees!), which is funny since in the winter or spring, 60 degrees feels like a heat wave.

Anyway, enough about weather. One of my favorite easy glam looks for a night out on the town is a fun top with skinny jeans and heels. It's a go-to formula that never fails and is almost always comfortable to wear. This navy and white sequin top from Julie Brown NYC has a classic feel to it (navy and white is as classic as you can get) while also having a fun and youthful side with the sparkly sequins. I'm wearing a size P for reference. The top has a bit of swing to it and a layer underneath so the sequins will not scratch you. Leopard is one of my favorite prints to add onto to an outfit and acts almost like a neutral to me. It pairs so well with just about everything!

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xo, Amanda

#Nsale Reviews // Public Access Open

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Lush Raw Edge Side Slit Tee || AG Raw Hem Ankle Skinny Jeans || Tory Burch Frida Leather Satchel || Hinge Barris Block Heel Booties || Madewell Catskills Jacket ||

Lush Raw Edge Side Slit Tee: Sale $15.90 // After Sale $24.00 // Sizing: This tee fits true to size (wearing an XS) and is fantastic for layering or wearing alone. It's one of those item you'll be grabbing for year round. This comes in several colors.

AG Raw Hem Ankle Skinny Jeans: $149.90 // After Sale$225.00 // Sizing: These are THE BEST fitting jeans I have ever worn. The ankle length means they fit me like a normal pair for anyone else would (i'm 5'2) and they fit true to size. I always wear a size 24 in jeans. AG has become my favorite brand for jeans. The quality and fit cannot be beat.

Tory Burch Frida Leather Satchel: Sale $329.00 // After Sale $498.00 // This was the only bag I got from the sale and for good reason. Its buttery soft and the prettiest neutral shade that goes with literally everything. I can carry it now in the summer and transition it into fall. It's also roomy inside to carry all of my essentials and comes with an attachable strap. I typically carry it by the top handles though.

Hinge Barris Block Heel Booties: Sale 99.90 // After Sale $119.95 // Sizing: Fits true to size. I'm wearing my usual 6.5 shoe size. The suede feels so nice and the taupe color will match literally any outfit! These are going to be an absolute go-to in the fall.

Madewell Catskills Jacket: Sale $78.90 // After Sale $ // Sizing: This military inspired jacket fits true to size (wearing an XS) and is made of a god quality fabric. It's a fantastic piece to layer with shirts or sweaters. I like the big pockets too! I always tend to stick my hands into pockets so this was a nice plus for me.

B.P. Lightweight Rib Stitch Cardigan || Lush Raw Edge Side Slit Tee || Tory Burch Frida Leather Satchel || AG The Legging Step Hem Ankle Jeans || Kate Spade New York Lenna Tassel Sneaker ||

B.P. Lightweight Rib Stitch Cardigan: Sale $31.90 // After Sale $49 // Sizing: These have to be one of the most popular items of the sale. They sold out almost immediately. They do run large so I would size down one size. I'm wearing an XS, but an XXS would have been good for me. Another great layering piece for fall that feels cozy and has big pockets!

AG The Legging Step Hem Ankle Jeans: Sale $163.90 // After Sale $ // Sizing: Fits true to size. Wearing a size 24. These are such a fun pair of jean with the step hem in the back and paint splatters scattered along the front and back. Again, since it's AG, these jeans fit me like a glove and are a high quality.

Kate Spade New York Lenna Tassel Sneaker: Sale $149.90 // After Sale $228 // Sizing: I would say these fit true to size. I read reviews online before I got them that they run large, but I did not find this to be the case. I did size down and wish I did not. I was actually the most excited to get these shoes out of all of them! These are beyond cute with a tassel and fringe detailing on the front of the shoe. The gray suede will match so many different outfits.

B.P. Plaid Cotton Blend Shirt || AG The Legging Step Hem Ankle Skinny Jeans || Tory Burch Frida Leather Satchel || Kate Spade New York Lenna Tassel Sneaker ||

B.P. Plaid Cotton Blend Shirt: Sale $31.90 // After Sale $49 // Sizing: This top fits true to size. I'm wearing an XS. This is another piece, like the t-shirts, that you'll be grabbing for all season long. This top is long which makes it great for wearing with leggins. You can see how long it is in the back. It's equally long in the front, but I tucked in.

B.P. V-Neck Pullover || Hinge Barris Block Heel Bootie || AG Raw Hem Ankle Skinny Jeans || Tory Burch Frida Leather Satchel ||

B.P. V-Neck Pullover: Sale $24.90 // After Sale $39.00 // Sizing: Runs large. Order one size down. I'm wearing an XXS. This sweater is a relaxed style that is so comfy to wear. I love the deep V-neck cut too.

Lush Ruffle Bell Sleeve Blouse || AG Raw Hem Ankle Skinny Jeans || Sam Edelman Camellia Tall Boot || || Tory Burch Frida Leather Satchel ||

Lush Ruffle Bell Sleeve Blouse: Sale $31.90 // After Sale $49 // Sizing: This fits true to size. I'm wearing an XS. I cannot resist a polka dot pattern when I see it! This top is beyond cute with feminine ruffles down the sleeves that give it a romantic feel.

Sam Edelman Camellia Tall Boot: Sale $149.90 // After Sale $224.95 // Sizing: Fits true to size. Wearing a size 6.5. These boots hit me right below my knee and they actually stay up! This is a huge win since most suede boots always fall down on me. They're a fitted style throughout the thigh and ankle. They zip up easily and feel super comfy!

Lush Ruffle Sleeve T-Shirt Dress || Tory Burch Frida Leather Satchel || Kate Spade New York Carvell Loafer Mule ||

Lush Ruffle Sleeve T-Shirt Dress : Sale $29.90 // After Sale $45 // Sizing: Fits true to size. Wearing an XS. I love that I can actually wear this dress now and then transition it into the fall with some chic layering of cardigans and blazers. It is a short dress and has a boxy look to it. The ruffles on the sleeves are a beautiful touch!

Kate Spade New York Carvell Loafer Mule: Sale $169.90 // After Sale $278 // Sizing: Fits true to size. Wearing a 6.5. These are soooo elegant! I'm head over heels for the embellishments on the front. The fawn color goes with everything for this glamorous shoe. I have to say that i've become quite fond of mules. Stylish flats are a must!

Auto Steam Curler

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Irresistible Me Auto Steam Roller c/o || 

Good morning, everyone! My favorite hair style to wear is curled, but I don't always have a ton of time to curl my hair everyday. When I saw this auto curler, I thought, yes! something that can save me time and get the job done. Basically, you need to really brush your hair out so its smooth and without any knots. After taking a one inch section of hair and pulling straight down on it, you place the hair into the roller, shut it, and let the roller curl your hair. It'll beep when the curl is finished. I do mine on the 12 second setting since my hair is thicker and never holds a curl very well. There was a bit of a learning curve for me with this. It definitely took me a few tries to get it just right. I used the auto curler on the left side of my hair in the photos above so you can see the difference. I found my hair looked more beachy waves than the curls I'm used to with my curling wand. I did like how there is a setting that will allow the curler to automatically switch the direction of the curl each time you use it for a more natural look.

xo, Amanda

Wildflower Dress

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Good morning and happy Wednesday, friends! This look is so fresh and just screams summer to me. It been quite hot outside where all I want to wear is a dress and you know Chicwish is my go-to for dresses! This one has beautiful crochet detailing along with a wildflower design and fits true to size. I'm wearing an XS for reference. I always tend to choose wicker or straw accessories for a romantic summer feeling. The fit and flare style flatters just about every body frame and its my absolute favorite!

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xo, Amanda