I have so enjoyed curating items for my various holiday gift guides this season because there is just such a wide array of products available (See my Gift Guide: Under $25 for her and Gift Guide: the Wannabe Floridian). Of …
Category: footwear
round up: the weekender
Every Friday, I think longingly about the upcoming weekend (truth be known, I start longing around Wednesday). I don’t know about you, but I love my “weekend” clothing. Gone are the high heels and binding waistbands of the work week, …
round up: talking texture.
A new level of luxe is making basic handbags, sweaters and shoes go from run-of-the-mill to downright magical. Amazing embroidery, beadwork and embellishments are popping up everywhere (and sometimes all on the same handbag- thank you Gucci!). Texture can make …
oh baby it’s a wide wide world.
After many seasons of leggings and skinny jeans, my ankles are relishing the recent return to wide-legged pants. There is something vey modern and fresh about this look. I love the way these amazing dark green pants by Topshop from Nordstrom swing …
back in black.
I know spring is just around the corner but something about being in NYC makes me want to bust out my favorite black clothing. I think you can never go wrong with a black dress and a leather jacket. It’s …
getting a jump on things.
My name is Amanda Brooke and I am jumpsuit addict. There. I said it. Jumpsuits are not only comfortable, but the one piece look is flattering and elongating. Jumpsuits literally come in all colors, prints and textures and are perfect …
70’s vibin’.
I must admit that I am a fool for leather or elastic shiny pants. Blame Olivia Newton John. When she makes her triumphant entrance in her all black ensemble at the end of Grease, it is all I can do to …
it’s a jungle out there.
Animal Print: sexy, cheesy, classic, bold….the adjectives go on and on. For me, the introduction of some well-placed animal print always takes an outfit to the next level. For this look, I paired this wild kingdom faux fur coat with …
jingle bell rock.
The holiday season is upon us and of course that means multiple occasions to step it up, fashionably speaking. Whether you are going to an office party, a family get-together or something even more fabulous, tis the season to …
flirty girl.
In a season filled with layers and boots and drama, sometimes a few simple pieces can be a standout on their own. My look for today’s post captures that essence by pairing a black ruffle-sleeve top with a plaid flouncy …
from apple to orange 