The Stuff That Dreams Are Made Of

 Floral Dress c/o || Sunglasses || Similar Floral Heels || Rebecca Minkoff Bag || 

 Good morning and happy Friday, friends! First, does anyone know the name of the movie the title of this post comes from?? Hint, it’s a classic starring one of the coolest “tough” guys there is and revolves around a bird. I’ll give the answer at the end :) Now, onto this gorgeous floral fit and flare dress from Chicwish that evokes dreams of the sophisticated past. As soon as I saw this dress, the above mentioned quote actually came to mind. I can’t help but think of classic movies starring the loveliest of ladies when gazing upon this dress. The blooming bouquet print is beyond stunning and pops quite nicely against the navy blue background. I adore how the skirt has just the right amount of pouf and the three quarter sleeves making this a fantastic option for the in-between weather we’re experiencing right now. The quality is excellent and has a nice amount of weight to it. The dress fits true to size. I’m wearing an XS for reference. 

I hope everyone enjoys their weekend! The answer to the name of the movie is “The Maltese Falcon.” One of my favorite Humphrey Bogart movies!  

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xo, Amanda  

Easter Dress // Flower Midi Dress

White Midi Dress c/o || Similar Sunglasses || Pink Mules || Similar Circle Bag || Similar Trench Coat || DW Rose Gold Watch c/o || 

Good morning and happy Thursday, friends! This dress from Chicwish is the one I wore for Easter and love how pretty it is for spring. The dress is stunning and fits like a glove. The belt it came with is a bit big so I knotted it and tucked the ends underneath. It creates a fantastic silhouette and is a piece with exquisite sophistication and excellent quality. A true head turner!   

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xo, Amanda  

Floral PJs And Robe

 Floral PJ Set c/o || Floral Robe c/o || 

Good morning, everyone! I thought it would be fun to talk about my general morning routine since I’m wearing my pjs and robe today. Both pieces are beyond beautiful for spring and reminded me of cherry blossoms when I saw them. I’m wearing a size Medium in the pjs and the robe is a one size fits all. The pjs are silky smooth while the robe is sooooo cozy to wrap up in! Ava loves to feel it too. She always goes, Mom are you cozy? Haha. I was in dire need of a new robe too. The one I wore was very similar with it being a fleece style, but instead of florals it had a red plaid pattern more suited for winter. Anyway, now on to my routine! 

I always wake up and make sure to do some quick stretches to wake my tired muscles up. After that I go through my morning skin care routine and then put makeup on. I’ll go make the bed and tidy up the living room from the night before. If there’s any dishes to be done, I’ll get those washed now too. I then have my breakfast with either coffee of tea depending on my mood that day. This is also when I jot down what errands or plans I have for the day. When I’m finished with breakfast, I go and water some plants throughout the house and check on any fresh flowers to see if they need new water. Sometimes I’ll save the plants for when Ava wakes up and let her go through with her little watering can. She really gets a kick out of it! Right around this time is when Ava will wake up and then it’s time for silly tickles to start her day with a smile!

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xo, Amanda  

This Dress Makes Me Smile

Yellow Floral Dress c/o || Similar Circle Bag (Mine Is From TJMaxx) || Franco Sarto Heels, Old, (Similar) || Express Sunglasses, Old, (Similar) || Kohl’s Trench Coat, Old, (Similar) || 

Happy Good Friday, everyone!  First off, thank you to my dad for taking these photos for me. The location we took them in doesn’t allow tripods so his help was essential and of course greatly appreciated! This dress instantly puts a smile on my face with its vibrant sunshine yellow color adorned with pretty blossoms. The tie neck and ruffle cuffs add a beautiful touch of femininity that I always adore. I wanted the whole look to feel as if spring has sprung and to be bright and cheery. I had so many people stop to comment on either the dress, shoes, or trench coat. Needless to say, this outfit was a hit! The dress fits true to size. 

This was our last day and one that turned out to be amazing. I actually came down with a nasty stomach bug and spent most of the time in bed, but felt better by the end of the trip and we made sure to pack as much into the last day as we could. We had some yummy snacks at Rare Sweets where Ava got her famous cherry blossom cookie and then took a walk around before heading over to Arlington National Cemetery to pay our respects at JFK’s grave. Finally we headed to a late lunch with our family memebers. It’s always so wonderful to see them. I wish we lived closer! 

I hope everyone has a blessed weekend and enjoys the Easter holiday! Below are some more photos from the day.

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xo, Amanda  

Dreamy Rooftop Views

 Gingham Ruffle Dress c/o || Pink Slides || Sunglasses || Circle Crossbody Bag || Similar Straw Hat || DW Rose Gold Watch c/o || Jackie Kennedy Pearl Drop Earrings || 

A very happy good morning to everyone! Though I currently live and grew up in the country, there’s nothing I find more thrilling than gazing upon a city to watch the hustle and bustle below. Oh the excitement! The sounds of city life alone feed my soul. This particular rooftop is a favorite of mine with views of two famous buildings, the Capitol and Washington Monument. It’s a fantastic spot to bask in the golden glow of a sunset too. As soon as I arrived in the city, I made my way to roof to catch the last of this beautiful sunset and to take it all in. This gingham dress with a ruffle neck and cuffs felt wonderful on. It’s a charming little number! Truly a versatile piece that could be worn on a picnic, to an amusement park, or strolling down the avenue while window shopping. I’m wearing a small and it fit perfectly. 

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xo, Amanda  

Spring Is In The Air

Bell Sleeve Dress c/o || Similar Sandals || Mar Y Sol Bag || Similar Straw Fedora || KEP Earrings c/o || DW Rose Gold Watch c/o ||  

Good morning and happy Friday!! While most of the north east got hit with another nor’easter a few days ago, there is still a sense (maybe it’s a strong hope!) that spring weather is right around the corner. One of my favorite things to wear in spring is a crisp white dress. It looks and feels fresh to go with the new season. I always end up wearing a white dress for Easter too! This dress from Trina Turk features a stripe geo lace with a boatbeck and bell sleeve for some feminine drama. It felt so good to slip into my first white dress of the season. This would be a great choice for a tropical holiday too! 

I hope everyone enjoys their weekend and hopefully you have some spring like weather! 

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xo, Amanda  

A Ladybug

Lads And Ladybugs Dress c/o ||  Cat Ballet Flats || Similar Straw Hat || JFK Necklace || 

Good morning, friends! Today, I’m excited to share some photos I took of Ava in her dress from Lads And Ladybugs featuring a charming little town scene with a backdrop of beautiful pink hues. I’m head over heels in love with this dress! I’ve always been a big “Main Street USA” fan and love the idea of anything that reminds me of Mayberry, my ultimate Main Street town. Ava thought the dress was pretty and kept looking at the print all day. My little lady! She’s wearing a size 2-3 years from the site, which fit perfectly on her. 

xo, Amanda  

First Day Of Spring

LC Lauren Conrad Bomber Jacket (Old, Similar) || Striped Top (TJ Maxx Store, Similar) || Skinny Jeans || Pink Baseball Cap || Pink Sneakers || DW Rose Gold Watch c/o || JFK 100 Pearl Bracelet || Floral Straw Bag (Old, Similar) || 

Good morning friends and happy first day of spring!!! I have been waiting for this day for quite some time now and could not be happier that’s it’s finally here. Mother Nature may not completely agree yet, but winter is officially behind us and that is reason enough to celebrate!

The past few days have been a whirl wind. They literally went by in the blink of an eye! Mr. Sunshine finally came out of hibernation and decided to stick around for the entire weekend so we made sure to get as much vitamin D as possible. This outfits is what I wore on one of our many walks over the weekend, obviously with spring on my mind. I’ll never tire of mixing pink and blue together. The combo is an all time favorite of mine and one that never goes out of style. I’ve had this lace bomber jacket for a few years now and love it’s casual elegance. The straw bag was actually my mom’s. I’m not exactly sure when she got it, but it holds a sentimental value for me. It’s darling for spring and quite spacious too! 

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xo, Amanda  

Mint To Be \\ Florals

Floral Top c/o (Sold Out, Similar and Similar) || LC Lauren Conrad Skirt (Old, Similar) || Zara Mint Shoes (Old, Similar) || Circle Bag || Sunglasses || DW Rose Gold Watch c/o || 

Happy Tuesday, friends! Is there anything that reminds you more of spring than blooming flowers and floral prints? What caught my eye with this top is the fluttery trumpet sleeves and of course the floral print, which is different from other ones I’ve seen recently. It’s a great piece to dress up or down! I’m also loving this pink floral top and this pink cold shoulder one with birds making it have a very whimsical feel! This floral top is the prettiest shade of robins egg blue. I’ve had this LC Lauren Conrad tulle skirt for ages and it’s still one of the most beautiful in my closet. It’s from her Cinerdella collection. I swoon very time I see it! 

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xo, Amanda  

Black & White Florals

Floral Circle Dress c/o || Humble Chic Cardigan c/o || Ralph Lauren Bag || Sunglasses || Similar Necklace || DW Rose Gold Watch c/o || Similar Shoes ||  

Hello and happy Monday! I hope everyone enjoyed their weekend. Mine was jam packed filled with seeing family and friends and even getting to meet a new friend. I also got to watch (and loved!) a new series CNN has called American Dynasties: The Kennedy’s Sunday’s at 9pm. There’s six episodes total. 

This dress takes me back to the 1950s and I love every single bit of it! The intricate black and white floral pattern is striking enough on its own, but add in a little pop of color and you have a whole new impact on the look. Typically, I would have gone with red to complete this outfit, but instead went for a bright pink for a more modern take on a classic look/color combination. The dress itself fits true to size and is under $20. 

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xo, Amanda  

Pretty Pastels

 Pink Top || Banana Republic Skirt (Old, Similar) || Floral Head Wrap || Circle Bag (Similar) || Sunglasses || ModCloth Heels (Old, Similar) || DW Rose Gold Watch c/o || Stella & Dot Earrings c/o || 

Good morning, friends! If I had to wear one color combination for the rest of my life, it would be pink and blue. I’ve always swooned over the darling duo, especially in pastel shades. There’s nothing that says spring quite like pastels! Another one of the big trends for spring are scarves. There’s so many different ways to wear them, which makes them a fun accessory to have! You could wrap one around the handle on your bag, around your neck, use one as a belt, or even in you hair like I have above. Mine is actually made to be a head wrap so there’s no extra fabric with the tie. I love the vintage vibe they have too! 

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xo, Amanda  

Tulip Top Two Ways

Outfit 1: Tulip Top || White Skinny Jeans || Circle Bag || Sunglasses || Stella & Dot Earrings || Similar Heels|| 

Outfit 2: Tulip Top || Circle Skirt c/o (Old, Similar) ||  Mini Shooper Bag || Similar Jean Jacket || JustFab Flats (Old, Similar) || 

Hello and a very happy good morning to you!  I fell so in love with this top that I had to show it two ways! Let’s be honest, we rewear our pieces all the time or there’s a certain favorite top/pair of jeans/jacket that is always in constant rotation. I know I have a favorite pair of jeans that I grab for all the time. I’ve worn them on the blog numerous amounts of times. In fact, I’ve worn them so much that I’ve made a conscious effort as of late to showcase other pairs of jeans on here, haha. Regardless, what I love about personal style is seeing people imagine different ways to wear the same piece. Here, I have two different looks, both equally enchanting and easy to recreate. I adore the bright green and pink in this top. Plus, the pretty tulips! Oh spring, where are you?? On that note, we’re getting more snow today. Booo. It’s supposed to be bad enough that we’re even under a state wide state of emergency. Stay safe, everyone! 

xo, Amanda  

Bright Pop Of Color

Velvet Blazer || Striped Top || AG Jeans || Similar Lace Up Flats || Bucket Bag || Sunglasses || JFK Necklace || DW Rose Gold Watch c/o ||  Kate Spade Leopard Belt (Old, Similar) || 

Good morning and happy Monday!  Today is all about some bright happy colors to beat the winter blues. The punch of color from this blazer is truly eye catching. Its so vibrant! I was passing by this building, which turned out to be Canteen 900 Park, and was struck by how colorful the building was. It made for a great backdrop and it turns out the staff and owners are super friendly too! I got to chatting with Adam, who is a bartender there and is in the photo with me above (hi Adam!) and cannot wait to go back to try out some of their food and drinks. Ive been to their other location, Canteen 900, and absolutely love everything there so I have no doubt i’ll be blown away with the Park location. 

For all of my east coast friends, I hope everyone was safe during the Nor’Easter this past Friday. We didn’t get too much snow, but the winds were insane. We had gusts up to 60mph. We lost power for about half of the day and luckily that was the worst of it. Also, the Oscars were last night! The movie montages totally made the show for me. Shout out to Eva Marie Saint for being such a class act. I loved that she got a standing ovation. Also, Jimmy Kimmel taking movie stars over to an unsuspecting audience at a near by theater was AWESOME. Everyone was sooo surprised. Why was I not in that audience?! Haha. What a night.  

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Flamingo Party

Flamingo Dress c/o || White Bucket Bag || Pink Sunglasses || Rockstud Sandals c/o || Seersucker Blazer (Banana Republic Old, Similar) || DW Rose Gold Watch c/o || 

Happy Friday and a very happy hello to March! I completely forgot to welcome in the new month yesterday. It’s the last full month that could have potential winter weather. Thank goodness, I really need some vitamin D and warmth right about now! 

As soon as I see some sunshine, the spring dresses come out! We were lucky to have three days of spectacular weather this past week so out came all of my spring wear. It felt so good! This sptriped flamingo print dress makes me happy just looking at it. Blue and white always reminds me of spring and summer. How fun are flamingo’s too?! The dress comes with a matching belt and fits a little big. If there was an XS, I would have gone with that, but a Small was the smallest size available. 

Is anyone else as excited for the Oscars as I am?! It is by far my favorite awards show and one I look forward to watching every year. I used to watch it every year with my mom. Justin and I would try to go see all of the Oscar nominated movies in the theater too and then watch the big show together. My favorite moment is when Leo finally took home the Oscar for best actor. I literally started screaming with joy, haha. It’s on ABC Sunday at 8pm. Cheers to all of the silver screen winners! 

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xo, Amanda  

That’s A Wrap

 Julie Brown NYC Wrap Dress c/o || Leopard Scarf || Gingham Bag || Freyrs Sunglasses c/o || LC Lauren Conrad Bow Heels (Old, Similar)  || DW Rose Gold Watch c/o || 

Good morning, friends! Do you want to know how to get ready in 30 seconds? Simple! A wrap dress. It is an easy go-to and effortless to wear. There lies the magic of a wrap dress. It’s effortless. This dress is what you grab when you have little time to get ready, but still need to look fabulous. I absolutely love how timeless and elegant this dress is too. It’s perfect for wearing at the office and then to drinks afterwards. I accessorized mine with a leopard scarf and the cutest gingham bag that is under $30! 

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xo, Amanda  

Spot On

Bow Tie Polka Dot Top c/o || Pink Blazer || AG Skinny Jeans || Similar Polka Dot Heels || Sunglasses || Similar Circle Bag || Jackie Kennedy Cascade Ring || Similar Earrings ||  

Good morning and happy Monday!  It is a very happy Monday indeed. Last night ended the four day streak of nonstop rain that we’ve had and that is reason enough to celebrate! I hope everyone had a great weekend too. Ours was pretty low key with the weather, but we did manage to get out for some Sabatoni’s pizza, had a movie night and did a ton of crafts. Knowing ahead of time that the weather was going to be gloomy, I went to Target and got kids crafting items from their dollar spot section. They have so many cool items right now in preparation for spring! 

To continue with the happy mood, today’s feature is a pink and polka dot combo that is sure to brighten any day and put a smile on your face. Anything pink is an instant mood lifter for me! Polka dots are one of the big trends for spring and this button down top is a great way to incorporate the look into your wardrobe. I love the girly bow tie at the neck! This top is a steal at only $13 and fits true to size. I have on a small. I’ve worn this top multiple times since taking these pictures and love it immensely. I was wearing it during the instastories video I did on Saturday. I want to thank everyone for your encouraging and uplifting words regarding the video on my journey with acne too! I’m thinking I may turn it into a blog post now.   

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Mommy & Me- Hydrangea Dress

On Me: Sail To Sable Shift Dress c/o || Boater Hat || Similar Blush Heels || Rattan Clutch || Stella & Dot Earrings c/o || Jackie Kennedy Bracelet ||

On Ava: Sail To Sable Shift Dress c/o || Cat Ballet Flat || Cat Hat, New Version || 

Good morning and happy Friday, friends! This post makes me smile so big! Mommy and Me posts are always my favorite. How cute is Ava showing off her dress?! She was especially excited about the pockets, haha. For two days we had some amazing weather with sunshine and temperatures reaching 70 degrees. It was glorious and literally smelled like spring was here, which meant the spring dresses came out!

 These tweed dresses from Sail To Sable are the most beautiful color of hydrangea blue. Cape Cod’s signature flower is the hydrangea which makes these dresses even more special to us. Both are a shift style with fringe at the neckline. Mine also has fringe trimmed along the sleeves and Ava’s has fringe at the front pockets. Speaking of, she loved having pockets to stick her hands into! She’s a smart little lady. Pockets are the best and a feature I always look for myself. I found both dresses to fit true to size and comfortable to wear in the warm weather. I cannot wait to break these out again once spring arrives! 

*Thank you to Sail To Sable for sponsoring this post  

xo, Amanda  

Eyelash Lip Print Tee

Eyelash Lip Print Tee c/o || Similar Jean Jacket || Similar Leopard Skirt || Similar Red Heels || Similar Leopard Top Handle Bag || Stella & Dot Earrings c/o ||  

Good morning and happy Thursday! Yesterday we had some AMAZING weather and it was marvelous to experience it after all of the snow and cold we’ve been getting. I can’t wait to share some of the Mommy and Me photos Ava and I took while enjoying the warmth. 

I have to admit when I saw this tee, I instantly thought of Marilyn Monroe. The eye shape, long lashes, and of course famous red lips all have me imagining Marilyn while looking at the tee. That alone makes it beyond cool, even though it’s tehnically not Marilyn. She’s always been one of my favorite movie stars and all time icons. Since I had Marilyn on my mind, I wanted the look to be a little more glam with leopard prints and pops of red. The jean jacket adds a casual flair and also some practical warmth since I was headed to the movies while wearing this and knew it would be cooler when I got out of the theater. Trade out the heels for some sneakers and the skirt for some skinny jeans and you have a fabulous weekend ensemble!

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xo, Amanda  

Silver Stars

 Velvet Star Print Top c/o || LC Lauren Conrad Moto Jacket (Similar Here) || AG Skinny Jeans || Blush Circle Bag (Similar Here) || ASOS Glitter Heels || Freys Sunglasses c/o || Stella & Dot Engraved Ring || Jackie Kennedy Emerald Eternity Band || Similar Star Stud Earrings || 

Good morning, friends!  Talk about an elevated tee! This embroidered star print velvet tee is just that. It is very soft to the touch and looks out of this world, pun intended!, when on. Besides the shinging stars, I’m really loving the slightly high neck this tee has. I’m wearing an XS here, but I would advise to go up one size. The XS fit fine, but I would have liked a little more length and wiggle room to move around. While I wanted to soften the tee up with some blush colors, another way I would style it is with a black circle skirt. I think it would look absolutely smashing! 

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xo, Amanda  

Three Bows In A Row

 Blush Bow Dress c/o || Similar Multi Color Pumps || Similar Blush Circle Bag || Stella & Dot Pixie Earrings || Stella & Dot Engraved Ring || Jackie Kennedy Pink Diamond Ring ||  

Hello and happy Monday, everyone!  I hope everyone enjoyed their weekend. I went to go see The Greatest Showman about P. T. Barnum and let me tell you, WOW! I left the theater feeling absolutely dazzled! The songs were upbeat and uplifting, the performances above par, and the scenery was magical. You could not help but to smile. This film is what makes a movie musical great! 

This blush bow dress is the embodiment of romantic whimsy. I cannot get over the darling bows either! They make the dress stand out and give the classic shirt dress style some feminine charm. Transcending all areas, this dress can be worn as a party dress, out for date night, brunch with the girls, or even just around town. I found the dress to fit true to size (I’m wearing an XS) and it’s only $28. I am completely smitten with this dress! 

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xo, Amanda