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

It's The Great Pumpkin, Ava!

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Ava’s Pumpkin Top || Ava’s Pumpkin Stripe Leggings ||

Good morning, friends! A few weekends back, Ava and I went to Roba’s Pumpkin Patch with some of our friends for a day filled with fun and tons of fall activities. Did I mention the delicious food too? Not going to lie, the food is usually my favorite part, haha. For late September, the weather turned out to be extremely warm with beautiful golden sunshine throughout the day. The kids had an amazing time with everything from corn mazes, hay rides, pumpkin patches, big slides, bounce pillows, the spider rope web, searching for gemstones, pony rides, feeding baby farm animals, tug-a-wars, playgrounds, cow tractor rides and so much more! Ava already wants to go back lol. She was also pretty excited when I told her we were going to a pumpkin patch and could not wait to wear all of her pumpkin gear. The admission prices are cheaper is you purchase the tickets ahead of time online. The current month of October has the highest prices, while September and November are slightly cheaper. Here’ s a link to their homepage with more information on what to do, admission prices, and directions to get there. One thing I’d like to go back for are the campfires where you can roast marshmallows. Of all the times I’ve been there, that is one thing I still have not done. Definitely on my bucket list for next time!

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

Happy 1st Day Of Fall!

Colorblock Sweater c/o || Jeans || Over The Knee Boots || Similar Kate Spade Bag || Earrings || Sunglasses ||

Good morning and happy first day of fall! What better way to officially kick off autumn than with a nice thick cozy sweater in some of the seasons gorgeous warm colors. This casual sweater has some stretch to it making it very comfortable to wear. It has a slight oversized fit to it. I’m wearing a size small.

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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

Pink Polka Dots

Pleated Polka Dot Dress c/o || Similar Red Heels || Similar Circle Bag || Sunglasses || Pink Wrap Earrings || Pink & Blue Co. Bracelet c/o || Moon & Star Ring ||

Good morning, everyone! There’s nothing I love more than a dress with gorgeous feminine details. Ruffles, pleats, polka dots, and a bow-tie all come together to create this standout frock. Not only does the dress feel wonderful on, but it’s truly a twirl worthy one too! You know I love a good twirl. The pleated skirt has such beautiful movement allowing for those twirling moments. The dress fits true to size. I’m wearing a size small.

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xo, Amanda

Tweed & Pearls // Chanel Inspired

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Tweed Blazer c/o || Pink Bow Top (Similar) || Straight Leg Crop Jeans || Tory Burch Bag || Cap Toe Pumps || Jackie Kennedy Pearl Earrings ||

There’s nothing I love more than a good dupe and this post is chock full of them! Chanel inspiration takes the cake today from the beautiful pearl embellished tweed jacket to the ever versatile cap toe pumps. Even the quilted flap bag is a Chanel lookalike, but at a fraction of the cost. The tweed jacket is a true stunner and the perfect layering piece for fall. With gorgeous pearl detailing along the front, neck, cuffs, and pockets, this piece is sure to keep you polished all season long.

Also, may we never forget the horrific events of September 11th, 2001 and pray for all of those affected. It’s hard to believe it’s been 18 years already. I remember that day crystal clear as if it were yesterday. All of the victims, their family’s, friends, and loved ones are in my thoughts today and everyday.

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xo, Amanda

Creamy Tones For Fall

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Cream Coat c/o || Cream Dress c/o || Cap Toe Pumps || Circle Crocodile Bag || Jackie Kennedy Pearl Earrings || Pink & Blue Co. Bracelet c/o ||

Good morning and happy Monday, friends! Theres something incredibly elegant about creamy tones in the fall and winter. I instantly think of Jackie Kennedy during JFK’s inaugural address. While many of the women attending the event were in dark winter colors of navy and black, she stood out in a beautiful camel colored coat dress, matching pillbox hat, and white elbow length gloves. I can’t help but to think of Kate Middleton as well, who is always so effortlessly chic and polished. This cream colored coat with an inner twill lining and front patch pockets exudes the very same elegance Jackie carried with her on that historic day. The also comes with a matching cream dress. Both fit true to size.

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xo, Amanda

Starry, Starry Night

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Star Dress c/o || Similar Gold Heels || Similar Gold Sequin Bag || Pink & Blue Co. Bracelet c/o || Moon & Star Necklaces ||

Happy Friday dear friends! It’s time to turn heads in this showstopping star print dress from Chicwish. The quality is superb with the golden stars bedazzling against a midnight blue background. The elastic waistband makes for a comfortable fit while the wrapped bust, cinched in waist, vintage style bell cuffs, and frilling hemline all add to the stunning details of this feminine frock.

A huge congrats to the Green Bay Packers on their win over the Chicago Bears last night for the opening of the football season! Ava was super excited to see her guy, Aaron Rodgers on the screen again. She kept taking photos of him throughout the game, haha.

I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend! If you’re in the path of Hurricane Dorian, please stay safe. We’re only supposed to get a few rain showers from the storm, but to everyone else affected, you are in our prayers.

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xo, Amanda

A Fall Floral Dream

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Dark Floral Dress c/o || Ava’s Sunflower Dress c/o || Karen Walker Sunglasses || Basket Bag || Pink Bow Flats || Pink & Blue Co. Bracelet c/o ||

Good morning and happy Wednesday, friends! One item on my bucket list has always been to visit a flower farm and over this past weekend, it finally became a reality! What dreamy day it was too. The weather was absolutely perfect for taking in all of natures splendor. The views were breathtaking and gave an overall sense of calm when gazing out upon the colorful land. Needless to say, Ava and I had an absolute blast. She loved seeing all of the sunflowers, zinnia’s, and especially running through the vast fields. Not only are there flower fields, but the Lakeland Orchard (a part of Roba’s Family Farms) also has a vast array of activities for the entire family to enjoy. Along with the sunflower and zinnia festival, there is also apple picking, an antique carousel, the cow train express, a pumpkin bounce, a giant corn box to play in, various yard games, toy duck races, a goat corral, a hippity hop bounce corral, the cider garden, and for the “young at heart” there is also hard cider available. There’s also food and drinks at the orchard cafe with the cider slushee’s being a big hit with everyone! I believe in later fall there are also fire pits available to enjoy as well. There is a small admission fee, but if you purchase the tickets ahead of time online, they are cheaper. Along with the admission fee, you are able to cut one flower a piece for free. You can cut more flowers if you wish for an additional cost. To check out more about the farm, click here.

With the stunning weather, Ava and I dressed in our floral dresses for the fun flower filled day. I love slowly transitioning to darker florals as the seasons progress. This particular dress has a beautiful dark green background with golden cascading leaves and pretty pink flowers. The perfect dress to compliment fall. The dress fits true to size. I’m wearing an XS.

Check out below for some family photos from the orchard!

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xo, Amanda

Dusty Rose Florals

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Dusty Rose Floral Dress c/o || Sunglasses || Blue Bag || Blue Jeweled Heels || Gold Hoop Earrings || Rainbow Circle Ring || Pink & Blue Co. Bracelet c/o || Crystal Link Bracelet ||

Step into the new season with grace and poise in this floral jacquard midi dress. A staple piece for any cocktail, evening, parties, or bridal occasions filling up your calendar. The dress is beyond charming and adds just the right amount of sex appeal with a deep V at the back. I’m completely in love with the color combination too! Perfect for the end of summer transitioning into fall. The dress fits true to size. I’m wearing a UK 6.



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xo, Amanda

Nourish Your Hair

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Similar Leopard Top || Straight Leg Jeans || MoroccanOil Treatment c/o || MoroccanOil Intense Hydrating Mask c/o ||

It’s no secret that my go-to hair care products are from MoroccanOil. Their light treatment oil literally transformed my hair making me a devoted fan of their products. With Fall on the horizon, I know my hair will need a little extra TLC with the weather slowly starting to change. Whenever I want to give my hair some love, I turn to a deep conditioner or mask. This intense moisture mask does the trick in only 5 minutes. It is infused with antioxidant-rich argan oil and nourishing ingredients that hydrate and condition while dramatically improving hair's texture, elasticity, shine and manageability. A pro tip is to add in some of the light treatment oil into the creamy mask before applying to towel dried hair. My hair was even softer after doing that! I added about 2 pumps of the oil and loved the results. Depending on your hair type, 1 pump may be all you need. Give it a try next time!

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xo, Amanda

Mad For Plaid

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Plaid Dress c/o || Karen Walker Sunglasses || Similar Leopard Heels || Crocodile Circle Bag || Rainbow Circle Ring || Pink & Blue Co. Bracelet c/o || Wreath Earrings ||

Happy Labor Day weekend, friends! The last hurrah of summer is upon us and while I’m sad to see summer go, I’m anxiously anticipating all that Fall has to offer. I just recently picked up some pumpkin spice k-cups and look forward to sipping the autumn brew each morning. While slowly starting to incorporate some fall items into my life, I’ve also started adding some fall pieces into my wardrobe, including this beautiful plaid tweed shift dress. Talk about a true classic with a tailored touch! I adore wearing plaid and tweed pieces in the fall, especially when they’re so beautifully paired together into one standout frock. The dress fits true to size. I’m wearing a size 2.

I hope everyone enjoys their long weekend! Cheers to the unofficial end of summer! It truly was a memorable one with so many highlights that I hold near and dear to my heart. Also, a big congrats to my future sister-in-laws brother getting married this weekend!

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xo, Amanda

To The Max

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Tank Top (Old) || Similar Leggings || Nike Sneaker ||

I must admit, when it comes to exercising, I am not knowledgeable at all. I wouldn’t even pretend to be, though I do like to stay healthy and find taking walks, jogging, or hiking to be my favorite ways to get and stay active. Not to mention chasing after Ava all day, haha! Ava and I both have our favorite outdoor spots to get active at and for me personally, I find dressing the part always helps motivate me to get out and exercise as much as I can. I love a simple tank, leggings, and sneaks in summer. If I’m at home, I’ll switch the tank out for a sports bra. When the weather starts to cool, I throw on an active sweatshirt with leggings and sneaks. It’s very low key, but still helps get me in the exercise mindset! Below are some of my recent activewear favorites. Also, I always love to have coconut water with me when exercising.

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Activewear Tops:

Activewear Bottoms:

Sneaks:

xo, Amanda