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Cream Sweater Dress

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Cream Sweater Dress c/o || Burgundy Bag (Similar) || Boots (Similar ) || Pearl Drop Earrings || Lipstick in Fab ||

Good morning and a very happy Wednesday to everyone! Above is a look that I absolutely love and cannot get enough of for the Autumn season. This dress comes in a beautiful shade of cream with delicate pom poms along the sleeves and cute ruffles at the wrist. Sweater dresses are a particular favorite of mine this time of the year since, as most know, I’m always cold. Pairing them with chic boots also adds to the overall warmth and comfort level while giving a sleek appearance. Just a note, I’m actually wearing this dress backwards, but it does work both ways.

Tomorrow is Halloween and as you can imagine, all of the kids are beyond excited! I’ve seen some amazing costumes so far from all of the events we’ve attended and cannot wait for the big day.

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xo, Amanda

A Cozy Autumn Afternoon

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Happy Friday, friends! As we get closer to November, it’s inevitable that the weather will start dramatically cooling as the days grow shorter and the warmth of the golden sun becomes even more important to feel and see. Ava and I have been taking advantage of each gorgeous afternoon we have whether it be our walks, leaf rides, or simply staying cozy at home. We love to spend as much time on our porch as possible, especially with the afternoon sunshine pouring in through the trees. It’s a peaceful way to spend some relaxing time reading, enjoying a snack, or even playing board games.

On this particular afternoon, I treated myself and Ava to our favorite apple cider donuts and pumpkin bread. When at home, we both loveee to be comfy and cozy and for me, slippers are a must! These leopard ones have a faux fur lining and are perfect for when you need to walk outside, say to grab the mail or take the garbage out. I had the gold glitter pair from last year that I wore to the point they were falling apart. They fit true to size. Speaking of cozy, I just got this throw for Ava since she enjoys being wrapped in anything soft, haha. I don’t blame her! If you’re looking for a new throw for the holidays, I can attest to how well made these are. We love wrapping up in it to watch tv or to take naps in. There’s nothing I love more than being wrapped in a sweater that keeps me warm and comfy, especially since I’m always cold. This sweater does the trick with thick fabric and a turtleneck. Even with the afternoon sun starting to dip behind the mountains, I was warm and toasty. I personally love the pink and red color scheme as well. Think how nice this sweater will be for Valentines day or even Christmas! The colors are very festive. It fits true to size.

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xo, Amanda

Golden Yellow With A Pop Of Leopard

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Black/Leopard Sweatshirt || Corduroy Skirt || OTK Boots || Similar Leopard Bag || Sunglasses ||

Good morning, everyone! As you may have noticed, I’ve been a bit absent on here, and for good reason which i’ll discuss in a separate post following this one. Some happy news, my brother got married this past weekend!! I had the honor of photographing their special day. I love editing the photos and getting to relive all of the lovely memories of the beautiful day. Ava got to walk one of their dogs down the isle, which was soooo cute! I can’t wait to share some moments from the day.

Everything about this outfit says fall to me from the otk the knee boots, to corduroy skirt, and the sweatshirt with pops of leopard and a cozy feel. Personally, I’m a HUGE fan of leopard, but if you aren’t, this top works for both. The neck and cuffs have little leopard ruffles that give a nice pop of pattern without being overwhelming. So chic! I typically wear an XXS, but decided to size up to an XS in the sweatshirt for a roomier look.

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xo, Amanda

The Color Of The Season

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Good morning, friends! This season, one color I have seen pop up over and over again is purple. All different shades, though typically your lighter ones such as lilac, wisteria, lavender, and so on. Pastels are a constant for me, regardless of the season, so it was nice to see so many this year for fall! My mom would have been so thrilled to see her favorite color come to life in all of these beautiful creations. I think she would have particularly loved this wool coat in a gorgeous shade of wisteria. I remember one of her favorite scents from Crabtree & Evelyn was called Wisteria, which she would always get while we were on our family vacations at the beach. I cannot help but think of her every time I see a shade of purple. The current purple shades of this autumn season are softer, lighter, and all around brighten up your wardrobe. Come to think of it, that’s a perfect way to describe my mom. Light, bright, and happy with a soft touch.

All items fits true to size. I’ve mentioned this before, but I love to layer with lightweight turtleneck underneath. They not only add a pop of color or pattern to an outfit, but they are great for an added layer of warmth, or if the afternoon turns out to be warmer than expected, you can simply take your sweater off and sport your chic turtleneck underneath. The one I have on is pink with cute little white polka dots all over. Also, these star earrings are oh so glam and perfect for not only some pastel outfits, but also for the upcoming holiday season! They have been a go-to for me lately. I can’t help but smile looking at them.

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xo, Amanda

Mary-Jane & A Blue Bow

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Blue Coat c/o || Mary-Jane Dress c/o || Similar Floral Bag || Similar Pink Heels || Gold Hoop Earrings || Pink & Blue Co. Bracelet c/o ||

Good morning and happy Thursday, dear friends! Pink and blue are two of my favorite colors, especially when combined, such as with this Mary-Jane dress, which feels soft as silk. Truly a delight to wear! The front has buttons, a classic collar, and contrast along the folded cuff. Not to be outdone, the navy blue coat has the same pattern as the dress for the lining and an adorable bow at the neck. I must say, I loveeee matching and bows making this one flawless combo to wear. Not only is the bow on the coat chic, but it’ll also keep the wind at bay on those chilly winter days. Practical and stylish!

If anyone is looking for something new to watch on Netflix, I just started The Politician and it is soooo good! I’m two episodes in and completely hooked. It’s about an ambitious high school student who wants to be president of the United States. The first thing he must do is navigate the political landscape of highschool. I love how they intertwine some political history into the story along with the comedy, drama, and insight on how to achieve being a politician.

xo, Amanda

Pretty Pleats Please

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Yellow Pleated Dress c/o || Leopard Heels || Leopard Box Bag || Pink & Blue Co. Bracelet c/o || Crystal Link Bracelet ||

This dress! I love a good pleated dress for the beautiful movement it allows and also the distinct femininity it has. This was a huge hit at Ava’s school too! So many moms came up to me to tell me how much they liked the dress. A true winner in my book when that happens. The color is incredibly vibrant and stunning too. It’s lightweight and comes with a sash for the belt, which is essential since there is technically no waist to the dress without it. The dress fits true to size (i’m in an XS for reference.)

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Celebrating Shein’s 11th Anniversary in Fall Style

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Cream Sweater Top And Skirt Set c/o || Similar Pink Belt || Similar Blush Circle Bag || Blush Velvet Heels || Olive Branch Earrings c/o ||

First off, happy 11th Anniversary to Shein! I’ve been working with them for about four years now and I am so happy to see them continue to succeed. I was asked to put together five different fall themed outfits for their celebration, which is what this post is all about. I wanted the outfits to range from casual cozy to chic and glam, which represents all of the different styles you can find at Shein. All pieces fit true to size and helped ring in the new month of October today. A very happy October to you as well! Two frequent questions I get asked about Shein would be their shipping and quality. I’ve never experienced an issue with shipping, which takes about a week in a half to two weeks to arrive. The quality depends on the item chosen. Obviously, a $5 top will differ from a $40 dress. That being said, I’ve received some amazing pieces a great prices, like this leopard coat, which is only $45. A true steal! No joke, it kept me sooooo incredibly warm that I was almost sweating. All of their pieces in this post are under $50. While typically thought of as an affordable trendy fast fashion destination, they also carry pieces that are classic staples, which I tend to gravitate towards, though I do like to try out some trendy pieces here and there! Once again, a very happy anniversary to them.

You can use the code 11SH588 for 15% off of your order!

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xo, Amanda

Fall Favorites

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Good morning and happy Monday, everyone! What a fabulous weekend Ava and I had. The weather was spectacular and we got to see so many wonderful friends and family at some pretty fun events!

Over the weekend I was thinking about some of my favorite fall looks from last year and wanted to put this post together as an inspiration now that we’re heading further into the autumn season. All of these looks incorporate a cozy feeling and of course either a pop of leopard, blush tones, my most favorite English tweed blazer ever, and knee high or over the knee boots. I’ve created this list of either the exact items or similar ones to re-create these ensembles. I can’t wait for the leaves to starting popping too! We took a leaf ride over the weekend and some color is starting to show though. It’s quite a delight to see.

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xo, Amanda

Leather and Leopard

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Faux Leather Dress c/o || Leopard Top c/o || Similar Burgundy Heels || Gold Embellished Headband || Similar Leopard Clutch || Gold Hoop Earrings || Lipstick in Romeo ||

Happy Friday, friends! There’s nothing like a Friday afternoon with the whole weekend ahead of you. It’s without a doubt one of my favorite times of the week! This look above is a fun one for having a night out of the town with friends or significant others. The faux leather dress adds a little bit of edge while the ruffles along the waist add a chic feminine flair. I love the dress alone, but also paired with a top underneath like this leopard one. For practical reasons, it’ll keep you warm, but it also adds a nice pop of pattern!

I hope everyone has a fantastic weekend! We have some church events, a bonfire, and going to a pumpkin patch planned. The weather looks like its going to be spectacular too. Cheers everyone!

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xo, Amanda

Fall Colors, Prints, & Textures

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Green Sweater || Houndstooth Blazer || Corduroy Skirt || Crocodile Circle Bag || Embellished Tweed Heels || Earrings || Pink & Blue Co Bracelet c/o ||

Happy Thursday, everyone! It’s a rainy day here today, but I’m throwing it back to an outfit I wore a few weeks ago. I meant to post it earlier, but was very sick all of last week so now i’m playing catch up. This look is all about some of my favorite fall textures, patterns, and colors that make me smile. Tweed is an absolute staple in my fall wardrobe, especially for blazers like this hounds tooth one. Another favorite is corduroy, whether its jackets, blazers, pants, or skirts like this golden yellow one, which also happens to be one of my favorite fall colors along with the forest green sweater I’m wearing. I have a thick cable knit green sweater that I wear and have worn for years and years. It’s a go-to for me so stocking up on this color is a no brainer. Speaking for the style side of fall, all of the different the textures and patterns is why I love it so much. It’s a chance to layer up and explore different possibilities.

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xo, Amanda

Jungle Book

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Zebra Print Dress c/o (Similar Dress) & (Top) || Leather Moro Jacket c/o || Cognac Boots || Crocodile Circle Bag || Knot Headband || Hoop Earrings || Pink & Blue Co. Bracelet c/o ||

Good morning! If there’s one print this season that’s standing out from the crowd and trending widely, it’s animal print. I’ve always been a huge fan of leopard and use it as a neutral for many of my outfits. This fall, ALL animals prints from snake, leopard, cheetah, and zebra are huge and add a fun dimension to your wardrobe. This zebra dress I’m wearing is silky to the touch and feels amazing on. I love how it’s actual zebra’s on the dress too. I couldn’t find the specific dress online, but they do have a top with the print. This leather moto jacket actually goes with the dress and has the same zebra print for the lining. I actually have the jacket on now for the chilly mornings we’ve been having. It’s the perfect weight for cool mornings and evenings.

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xo, Amanda

Peach Ombré

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Similar Peach Tee || Ombré Tiered Skirt c/o || Similar Rose Gold Heels || Sunglasses || Lavender Bag || Pink & Blue Co. Bracelet c/o ||

Happy Monday, friends! This ombré skirt is an absolute dream to wear and is quite the life of the party. I’m in love with how unique it is! With ruffles and pleats galore, this skirt has a ton of feminine flair and holds it shape quite nicely. The colors start off with a soft cream, go into a subtle pink, and end with a pretty peach. I paired the top with a polished t-shirt, rose gold heels, and a lavender bag. The skirt fits true to size.

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xo, Amanda