Black & Gold Details

 

 

 

Sequin Shift Dress (old) similar here // Turtleneck: J.Crew // Heels: (sold out) similar here

 

Funny how it is the middle of December and hits 60 degrees each day. I can honestly say I never experienced that ever! It feels kind of cool to get all glammed up and not have to wear tights or a big coat!

 

I love taking classic, everyday pieces around the holidays and incorporate a little bit of sparkle and shine for a festive work or going out look. It was a no-brainer to put a simple turtleneck sweater under a sleeveless shift dress, and the fact that it is all gold and black sequins makes it so fun and chic! Add on classic pumps with gold details and it pulls the whole look together!

 

Who says sequins are too loud for daytime?

 

xo

Warming up to the holidays with citron

 

 

Sweater, Skirt, Heels : Banana Republic // Lips: MAC Lady Danger // Purse: Kate Spade

 

 

I am not a fan of bright colors, especially neon, but I have a space in my heart for citron. So when I saw this outfit in Banana Republic, I  knew I could rock it. Maybe it's being a kid in the early 90's but I also have always loved turtlenecks and tucking them into things and layering over them. I love a good cozy turtleneck sweater when tucked into a skirt (as can been seen in this previous post) and these multi-strap heels? Stunners. I cant wait to wear this for church and work festivities!

 

xo

Gift Guide Series Part 3: Gifts for the Girlie Girl!

  

PS-Sorry this isn't any larger, after THREE times of re-doing it, I give up! 

 

Gold Blazer // Scarf // Gold pouch // Gloves // Earrings // Poncho // Beanie // Lipstick // Handbag // Sequin hangers // Poof keychain // Bow heels // Mug

 

This might be my favorite gift guide yet! The best part is some of these pieces are on sale right now thanks to black Friday. I was going to do a separate post on all the sales to know about, but between other bloggers and emails, I figured you know.

 

I can't believe my favorite day is finally here, Thanksgiving! Anyone who knows me can tell you right off the bat that Amanda lives for Thanksgiving. I love the food, the ease of the day, and the stuffing myself silly. Since I still live at home (I plan on living at home until I'm married, because I'm traditional like that) I can still act like a kid during the holidays and indulge in my longtime family traditions (plus I secretly think my parents enjoy it too with me) So for Thanksgiving, I wake up and head downstairs to watch the Thanksgiving Day Parade in my jammies with coffee and cinnamon rolls. Then I get ready and head over to Anthony's family's house for their meal, then come back to my house with him where we eat again and I spend the rest of the night in a twilight zone while the guys watch fooseball. I also may or may not have taken my pants off.

 

The next day I start my Christmas decorating! I could never ever decorate for Christmas before Thanksgiving, it just doesn't feel right, plus I like to celebrate Thanksgiving for what it is, along with enjoying the last of the fall season!

 

Do you have any Thanksgiving traditions you or your family does? I'd love to hear them, I'm always fascinated with how other people spend their holidays and what they eat! I know our meal hasn't changed for over 27 years now and I love it! I even had my mom make the whole she-bang for my 26th birthday and she resented me for a solid week after, but I love it.

 

Happy Thanksgiving!

 

xo