Hello and happy Friday to you! Stripes, in my opinion, are always a good idea, especially in a soft and cozy knit sweater.
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Farewell Summer....
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Blue Striped Dress c/o || Embellished Mules || Similar Wicker Bag ||
Off The Shoulder Top c/o || Shorts || Strappy Heels || Sunglasses || Tory Burch Bag ||
Flutter Sleeve Top c/o || White Shorts || Rose Gold Nike Sneakers ||
White Bow Tie Top c/o || Shorts || Black Wicker Bag c/o || Rockstud Heels c/o ||
Gingham Ruffle Dress c/o || Vt Thai Straw Bag c/o (Use Code Ama01 for 10% off your order) || Rockstud Heels c/o ||
Hello, all! While there are technically still some days left in summer, the weather is starting to slowly change over. I have to say, the weather in NEPA has been all over the place lately, what's new though lol. The end of August and beginning of September were particularly chilly and felt like October. The past few days have actually felt like they should, which definitely put a smile on my face. I still enjoy those warm and sunny afternoons! In any case, I'm wrapping up my outfits that are purely summer influenced and saying a fond farewell to summer 2017. I hope everyone has a wonderful day!
xo, Amanda
Stripes and Overalls
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Overalls || J. Crew Turtle Neck || Lace Up Heels || Kate Spade Crossbody Bag || Freyrs Sunglasses || Modcloth (via Fab Fit Fun) Blanket Scarf c/o || Daniel Wellington Watch c/o || Humble Chic Earrings c/o || Jackie Kennedy Unity Band || Jackie Kennedy Emerald Unity Band ||
I have been wanting to get a pair of overalls for some time now and finally chose this pair not too long ago. They're high quality and great for a quick outfit. I love pairing stripes under overalls or even a cream sweater would look fantastic. You can never go wrong with stripes though! They're always tres chic. To give a little bit of warmth I threw on this blanket scarf, which came in the fall edition of the FabFitFun box. Love it! The lace up heels add some glam to this casual look.
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xo, Amanda
Martha's Vineyard
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Similar Striped Top || Similar Striped Skirt || Lace Up Flats || Sunnies || Kate Spade Bag || Daniel Wellington Watch c/o || Boater Hat || Similar Nautical Wheel Ring || Jackie Kennedy Unity Band ||
Happy Friday, friends! We've finally made it to another weekend and I am sooo happy we have since the humidity is supposed to break. We've had some extremely hot and humid days that simply take your breath away. Does anyone have any plans for the weekend?
My dad and I have traveled all over the Cape including Nantucket, but never made it over to Martha's Vineyard until this trip. We stayed in the little town of Oak Bluffs. I was pretty excited to see the ginger bread houses and they did not disappoint. Each one had its own unique qualities and charm to it. My favorite, and the most famous, is the pink house. Oh my, I would live there if I could! I love wearing anything nautical inspired and wanted something red, white, and blue for the journey over. With the 4th of July having been close on the horizon, I seem to have gravitated towards anything with patriotic colors. We first stopped at The Big Dipper to have some fresh coffee and donuts. They were so yummy and I would recommend stopping there as soon as you get off the ferry. We only had about three hours on the island so we explored all of the different houses and little shops. Vineyard Vines also has their flagship store on the island. It was a beautiful day and the ferry ride was spectacular!
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xo, Amanda
Stripes // Stripes
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Pink Striped Shirt || Similar Striped Blazer and Here on sale || White Skinny Jeans || Similar Striped Shoes || Sunnies || Similar Hat || Mar Y Sol Bag || Daniel Wellington Watch c/o || Jackie Kennedy Unity Band || Similar Nautical Wheel Ring ||
One of my favorite spots to visit in Hyannis is the Kennedy Memorial. It's particularly beautiful right around sunset. Before dinner, my dad and I walked down through town to the memorial to get some photos and to see the beach and sail boats, which are what the memorial faces. Its an incredibly serene place to visit and sits right next to the Hyannis Yacht Club so there's always some kind of boat activity going on.
I've mentioned this before, but there's nothing more classic than wearing stripes. Whether going for Parisian chic or all American, stripes can elevate your style and pull a look together as easy as 1,2,3. I paired mine with white jeans for a crisp summery feel. I also wear this striped seersucker blazer from Banana Republic non stop all summer. Its the only blazer I usually grab when needed during the warmer months. The one I'm wearing is a from a few years ago, but they do have an ivory striped one that is similar and Target has a blue and white one very similar as well.
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xo, Amanda
Red, White, and Blue
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Midi Skirt || Similar Striped Top || Sandals ||SimilarStraw Hat || Ava's Straw Hat || Kate Spade Bag || Daniel Wellington Watch c/o || Jackie Kennedy Unity Band ||
I hope everyone had a fun and safe 4th of July holiday! It's always nice to have the long weekend too. My dad, Ava, and Itook a quick trip down to Rehoboth Beach to cross an item off of my dad's bucket list. He's always wanted to see the fireworks on the beach for the 4th of July and in all the years we've been going there, 26 to be exact, we've never once gone on the patriotic holiday. The town was hustling and bustling with all kinds of activity, red, white, and blue displays of patriotism, and of course everyone gearing up for the big fireworks display on the beach Sunday night. I have to say, it was quite an amazing sight to see and it was Ava's first fireworks show!
There's nothing more festive than red, white, and blue themes for the summer holidays. It's a classic combination that never tires. Another staple in my wardrobe is stripes. I'm always adding more and more striped pieces into my wardrobe since I know I'll be wearing them so often. This midi skirt instantly caught my eye as being the perfect companion to my navy and white pieces. I don't own too many red items and knew this would fit right in. I love the quality of the fabric. It has a good weight to it and feels way more expensive than it really is. I'm wearing a size xs for reference.
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xo, Amanda
Style London
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Style London Dress c/o || Polette Sunnies c/o || Urban Expressions Bag || Similar Sandals || Rumba Time Watch c/o || Jackie Kennedy Unity Band ||
Stripes seem to be a print that dominate my wardrobe. They have that cool preppy chic feel about them and they always pop. I can't help but to be drawn to them! This dress from Style London is a mixed media with stripes on top and swirl of blue and red on the bottom. The skirt actually reminds me of the sky right after the sun has set when the colors are rich and saturated. I love how this dress stands out from the crowd. For whatever reason their website seems to be down, but here's a link to their Facebook. I'm wearing a size small, but found it to be slightly big on me.
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xo, Amanda
Army Green Coat
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Happy Thursday, all! Today I'm sharing a classic casual look that I love to wear during my down time. I've been looking for an army green coat for some time and never really took the plunge to get one until now. I love the length, color, and collar on this one. When it gets really cold outside I always like the pop the collar up. It was windy when I was photographing this, and also only 19 degrees!, but I felt warm. The deep pockets kept my hands from getting hit with the biting wind as well as the length keeping the rest of me shielded. A cute little side story, my grandmother always told my dad that if a jacket was long enough and covered your bum, then it was sure to keep you warm and toasty. It was all about the length with her haha. Anyway, this outfit definitely has those "cool girl" vibes written all over it making it an awesome choice when you want to appear put together without trying too hard.
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xo, Amanda
Stripes + Pink
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Shein Striped Top and Skirt Set c/o || Black Bow Heels || Black Bow Belt (in love with this and its under $9!) || Similar Felt Hat || Similar Gloves || Dolce & Gabanna Sunnies via ShopDitto c/o || Happiness Boutique Necklace c/o || Rumba Time Watch c/o || Similar Tory Burch Bag ||
Happy Friday, lovelies! We made it. Another week down and another weekend to celebrate. If you follow me on instagram (@amandabrezovsky) then you know I've started a 30 day detox cleanse that I'll be documenting every now and then with a final blog post at the end. I'm pretty excited and have already seen some results. I will let you know how it all goes!
What's not to love about this outfit?! Stripes, bow details, and darling pink. Before anyone asks, yes, I was cold and my feet were cold too haha. This striped top and pink midi skirt are actually a set that you get. I love that since I can style the pieces separately now too. I've already worn the striped top with another striped skirt I have and this bow belt. Follow the sizing carefully online. Everyone said to order up two sizes, but I found only sizing up one size would have been fine. The bow belt is absolutely amazing! It's elastic so it stretches and matches with just about anything. I cannot get enough of it. The bow pumps match perfectly to the belt too. Sizing for the shoes are European, but there is a conversion for US sizes available. I'm a US 6 1/2 and got a European 37.
I hope everyone has a great weekend!
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xo, Amanda
Gingham, Stripes, and Tulle
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Sequin Striped Tee <-- Under $30! || Humble Chic NY Pink Gingham Shirt c/o || Similar White Tulle Skirt || Similar Silver Shoes and Here || Melie Bianco Bag || Karen Walker Sunnies via ShopDitto c/o || Trending Above Bracelet c/o || Trending Above Rose Gold Ring c/o || Humble Chic NY Pearl Ear Cuff c/o || The Peach Box Rose Gold Heart Ring c/o || Bare Minerals Lipstick ||
Happy Monday, all! I hope everyone had a fantastic weekend. We finally decorated our house for Christmas and decorated the tree while listening to Christmas carols and sipping on hot chocolate. It's always one of my favorite traditions during this time of the year.
Speaking of the holidays, this is a great festive look that sparkles and shines, while having a fun pop of color and a little bit magic all rolled into one. The pink gingham shirt from Humble Chic is a great layering piece to add some color (and warmth!) to an ensemble during the winter season. I wanted to pair it with this striped sequin shirt, which has a great thicker material, to give it some color and make the outfit have a little bit of pop. The sequins and silver metallic shoes definitely feel very festive to me along with the tulle providing that little bit of whimsical magic. How about this pearl ear cuff too?! Talk about a beautiful conversation starter. I've never tried an ear cuff before, and I did have a bit of trouble getting it onto my ear, but once I did, I was amazed at how unique it looked.
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xo, Amanda
Camel and Stripes
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Striped Turtleneck Wearing a size small || Similar Camel Sweater || Similar Skinny Jeans || Similar Red Bag || Similar Leopard Flats || Leopard Heels Wear these constantly! || Karen Walker Sunnies via Endless Eyewear c/o || Rox N Bunny Earrings c/o || Stiletto Sock c/o ||
If there is one shirt that I have been wearing over and over again, it's this striped turtleneck that is under $17! Just take a look at my instagram and you'll see me wearing it in a few different shots. I love being able to layer it under sweaters or wear it as a stand alone for when the weather is warmer, which thankfully it has been so far this November. Fingers crossed it stays this way for a little bit! I've really been getting into turtlenecks more this season and plan on adding a few more to my closet.
I also wanted to talk about Stiletto Sock. It can be used to store, organize, travel, move, protect, basically anything that will keep your shoes clean and pristine. For me personally, this is a great way to store my shoes while traveling to ensure nothing gets on them. I usually place my shoes on the bottom of my suitcase, but still worry that some dirt that I missed could transfer from my shoe to my clothes. You just never know! This way, being kept in the Stiletto Sock, my shoes and clothes do not have to touch and I can rest easy knowing both will stay clean.
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xo, Amanda
Camel Cape + Finger Lakes Day 1
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Twill Cape || Similar Striped Pullover || Destroyed Skinny Jeans || Similar TB Bag || LC Riding Boots || Karen Walker Sunnies via Endless Eyewear c/o || Rox N Bunny Ava Earrings c/o ||
One of our favorite places to visit is the Finger Lakes in New York. Justin and I had our "mini moon" there right after our wedding in 2011. Our big honeymoon was Disney the following year. What we personally love is to drive around while sipping on our coffee or tea and enjoy the beautiful scenery all around us. Bully Hill near Keuka Lake is our favorite winery hands down. It carries the Ravat 51, pictured above, which has a very sweet pineapple taste. If you can, definitely try this out! The other detail photos of the apples, corn, and flowers were also taken around the Bully Hill winery. They have amazing landscaping. The photo of Justin, Ava and I was taken down by Keuka Lake on the little park where we had a picnic. We'll bring our own food and a portable grill to have picnics next to the lakes whenever we get hungry. It's a fantastic way to enjoy being outside. This year was a quick over night trip with the first day simply being to drive around, stop at Bully Hill, and have picnics along the lakes. It's so relaxing since there is hardly any traffic on the back roads and you can drive for miles and miles at your own pace.
I knew our first day there was going to be on the cooler side so I pulled out this striped sweater, which is light weight and super soft, to layer under the cape. I wanted something relaxed and easy for the drive and any walking or picnicking we would be doing. The cape added just the right amount of warmth for a fall day without over heating. I never had to take it off and I love how versatile it is! Riding boots are essential for me when it comes to fall and winter styles. I practically live in them. This LC pair has gotten so much use and has a fantastic quality for being under $70.
Has anyone ever been to the Finger Lakes? If you are traveling there and have any questions please let me know! Stay tuned for our second day there.
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xo, Amanda
Striped Dress
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Leah and Pearl Dress c/o || Jean Jacket literally getting so much use out of this! || Red Heels || Top Handle Bag || Similar Watch || Similar Sunnies ||
Happy Friday all! If there's one pattern I cannot get enough of, it's stripes. The clean preppy feeling is a classic and pairs well with many different looks. This dress from Leah and Pearl does not disappoint either. It has a nice thick material for the fall and winter and would be great to wear on its own or layered with a jacket, vest, or even under a sweater with a belt. I wore this while window shopping in Rehoboth and felt so comfortable with the temperature in the mid to high 60s with a slight breeze. It could not have been more perfect. I dressed the look up with red heels, but you could also wear some flats to keep it more casual or with some booties for a cute fall outfit. I hope everyone has a great weekend! Justin, Ava, and I are all taking a little trip to enjoy the changing leaves.
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xo, Amanda
Stripes and Tulle with Inkess
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Similar Striped Top || TB Bag || Similar Tulle Skirt || Sunnies || Happiness Boutique Necklace c/o || iPhone Case c/o ||
Happy Monday all! I'm currently on my way down to the beach with my dad and Ava and can wait for a little get away, plus it's Ava's first big trip!
I love how clean and classic stripes are and always turn to them when I need some new ideas for an outfit. Pairing stripes with this tulle skirt feels not only feminine, but modern at the same time. These caged heels add a bit of edge to the look. You could also wear ballet flats or some heels for a more elegant ensemble.
I also wanted to talk about Inkess, a company that allows users to easily create and print unique designs of their amazing photos, favorite quotes, or random snapshots. Basically ou can have any graphic or slogan tee / iPhone / tote bag that you want! I was able to create the iPhone case I have here in the photos and I love how it came out. Plus, how inspiring is that quote?!? Here are a few other designs I came up with that you can shop below:
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xo, Amanda
Leopard and Stripes
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Stripe Sweater Dress || TB Tote || Faux Fur Vest || Leopard Booties || Rox N Bunny Necklace c/o || Rox N Bunny Ring c/o || The Exhibit Earrings || Edgeiwear Sunglasses c/o ||
Happy Friday lovelies! I'm so glad the weekend is almost here. Another thing I'm excited about, Nordstrom is having their end of summer clearance sale with styles up to 40% off! I'm definitely snagging a few items. Make sure you take a look to see if there is anything you like. The dress I'm wearing here is part of the sale and selling out quick! It is perfect for fall with its cozy sweater material, knee length, and clean crisp stripes. I recently just got these leopard booties and am completely in love with them. Leopard is one of my favorite patterns and something you can never go wrong wearing. I hope everyone enjoys their Friday and has a fabulous weekend!!
Psst...I want to mention that Rox N Bunny recently launched their online store. I love their jewelry and wear it all the time. Their customer service is top notch too. Something you cannot always find these days. Make sure to take a look. I'll be talking more about them later, but wanted to give a shout out for their grand opening!
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xo, Amanda
Casual Weekend
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This past weekend was a busy one for me between meeting up with friends, running errands, a movie date with my dad, and taking Ava for walks to enjoy the nice weather. A nice casual outfit was perfect to get everything done while still feeling put together and comfortable. I love any outfit that incorporates stripes into it. The clean classic feeling still remains fresh and a stand by to this day. Add a pop of red with a chic hat and you've got a great outfit. I wore sandals to still have a summery feeling, but adding booties and a floppy felt hat and this would be a great fall look too!
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xo, Amanda
Striped Tee
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Booties || Striped Tee || Tory Burch Bag || Retro Sunglasses less than $30! Cannot beat that || Lips: Risk It All || Shorts on sale for less that $25! ||
A lovely Tuesday morning to you! I wore this casual look over the weekend and felt so comfortable in it, something that is becoming increasingly hard to find with a 40 week belly! Dresses are still the most comfortable of all to wear right now, but when I want to go casual I always grab a striped shirt it seems. It must be the nautical notion calling my name. This tee is so soft and very easy to wear with anything from skinny jeans, shorts, white pants, or even tucked into a skirt. How about these sunnies too! I've been on the hunt for a good mirrored pair and instantly fell in love with these when I saw them. They're not exactly like the Prada ones, but for under $30, who can argue with that price?! Also, still no signs of Ava yet. She must be very comfortable inside. I don't blame her haha! Enjoy your day!
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xo, Amanda
Summer at the Lake
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Striped Top also love this one that's on sale || White Skinny Jeans || Forever 21 Blazer, Similar Here || Rox N Bunny Necklace c/o || Banana Republic Bag, Similar Here, Here, and Here plus all are on major sale! || Similar Bracelets || Target Wedges, Similar Here and on sale! || Sunglasses ||
One thing I love to do in the summer is cruise around the lake near our house with the windows down, breeze in my hair, and sunshine kissing my face. There's nothing quite like it and the relaxation puts me in the best mood. Justin and I make a habit of doing this a few times a week where we can catch up with what's been going on or simply sit back and just enjoy the scenery. For our most recent drive I wore a nautical outfit (I seem to be constantly in anything nautical once summer hits!) with this beautiful princess necklace from Rox N Bunny. The outfit reminds me of something Kate Middleton would wear. I also love how this could totally be a transition outfit into the cooler months of fall as well. It was quite breezy out so the blazer was a must (and would be perfect for fall) or you could rock this outfit without the blazer in the warm summer sun. Enjoy your Tuesday everyone!
xo, Amanda
Chambray and Stripes
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*modcloth links are paid
Modcloth Skirt || Banana Republic Factory Store Shirt || Banana Republic Clutch, (Similar
) ||
In the market for some snakeskin pieces? I find that this print, like leopard, is also a great nautral to spice up an outfit. Shop some fab choices below.
Don't forget that Banana Republic is having a
40% off sale, including some great styles at 50% off right now until 5/26. Use the code BRSUMMER.
Happy Friday and cheers to the long weekend! You may remember this skirt from my previous post here, which I absolutely love. This time I wanted to try something a bit different with a little more of a laid back, yet polished look. Enter the forever comfortable and effortlessly chic chambray shirt. Stripes pair with practically everything in your closet so buying this skirt was a no brainier. As I mentioned before, it does run a bit small so ordering up one size would be best. I cannot wait to enjoy some family time this Memorial Day weekend. I'm also really excited for my Memorial day outfit this Monday, the unofficial start of summer! Enjoy everyone.
Modcloth is also having a 40% off sale for the summer holiday. Make sure to stock up on some cute looks! I already have my wish list filled to the brim.
Seeing Stripes
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Milly Red Striped Dress || Rock and Republic White Flats
|| Jackie Kennedy Swarovski Crystal Ring
Happy Friday loves! I always get asked if I ever wear anything "dressed down" and the answer is of course, doesn't everyone?! I recently spotted the New Milly for DesignNation at Kohls and wanted to give this new line a try. The standout prints and saturated colors really make for some amazing summer attire. There's a piece in this collection for everyone ranging from relaxed tee's, skirts, dresses, shorts, pants, florals, stripes, prints, you name it, Milly has it. I wanted something that I could dress up or down depending on the occasion. The red striped dress has such a relaxed summery vibe to it that I could not pass it up. Plus, it fits with pregnancy seeing as how there is no waist to it. Add some flats and you have a perfect relaxed beachy look for summer. Also, these Rock and Republic flats are amazingly versatile for the spring and summer months. White will go with literally everything you own and the gold strap adds a nice little shimmer. White and gold combinations are always a go-to for me.
Below are some more of my favorites from the Milly collection.
The Target clutch I have in the photos above is one of my all time favorite staples. While it is from a few seasons ago, I found some fabulous straw clutches that can carry you through the warmer months with style.
