BTS: My "First" Day and What's in my Schoolbag?

Welcome to my Junior Year Dorm Room! I am sure you will see a lot of it! I might show you around because it is such a typical college dorm! So this is what I wore my first day back to university as a Junior. From being a "veteran" of sorts at the whole college game I knew to keep it casual and as "easy-breezy" as possible!

{Blouse, Jeans- Old Navy, Oxfords/Brogues - Dorothy Perkins, Necklace - Macy's}

I also decided it might be interesting for you to see what I put in my schoolbag for university!!! Just some things that one would need for their first couple of days of going to classes!

What's in my School Bag?

1. iPad - Perfect for notes, readings that are provided online, and looking over the syllabi online! 
2. 5-subject and small notebook - I like the feeling of writing notes (it's just more tangible for me) I have a large notebook for things in each class and the small notebook for ideas during class, small notes to self, and blog ideas ;) 
3. File Folder - Something to keep all the papers you get from all the classes is very important! 
4. Mints, Lotion, and Hand Sanitizer - Small things that every girl needs in her purse I think is equally as necessary in your school bag ;)
5. Dorm Keys/ Campus Card - These are my LIFE here at university I can literally not go anywhere without them.
6. Pencil Pouch - Just to keep all my pencils and cords that I need throughout the day. I also keep my headphones! 

Much ♥

Amanda

BTS: Last Days of Summer

Well...the time has come. The time to pack up your things, leave your childhood bed, and return to school :( I am sad this has been such a long and restful summer I literally can't imagine my brain being able to do homework again! 

Will be returning for my Junior Year at my university in a couple of days! So everything leading up to and when I get their is going to be hectic! So I decided to share with you one of my last days of summer outfits that I really enjoyed! 

I hope to be settled in and back in the rhythm of blogging once I am fully settled in to school!!! I hope everyone else heading back to school has "great" first days ;)  

{Dress- Jack by BB Dakota, Denim Vest- DIY, Shoes and Hat - Gifted, Necklace - Kohls}

Much ♥
ASD

Everybody, Everywear: BTS - My Style Basic's

{Light Pink Button-Down and Fuchsia Pleated Skirt - Thrifted, Necklace - Gift, Shoes - Target} 

So for this next Back To School series post I wanted to put up an outfit post that highlighted "My Style Basics". Now to be clear I have kind of different style basics than most! However, overall style basics (at least in my opinion) are quite personal and varied!

My Top 5 Style Basics!

1. Comfortable Skirt - I am obviously in-love with skirts! I think it is important to have a classic and solid-colored skirt when going back to school! For me all I need is a basic t-shirt and some flats and I am good for almost everyday of the week! I am wearing one of my favorite skirts in my fave colors: Fuschia :)

2. Basic T-Shirts - As already mentioned,I am a strong advocated of just basic t-shirts! I love the ones from places like Forever21 and H&M, because they come in a wide variety of colors and are inexpensive! These shirts can be worn under cardigans, with skirts, and jeans! 

3. Cardigans - Another thing that I am unusually obsessed with are cardigans! I love them because they come in so many different weights and colors! I have light cardigans that I wear in the summer and spring and then, heavier cardigans that are perfect for fall and winter! I think they can add such dimension to an outfit be it adding color, texture, or just another layer! 

4. Flats - I love flats recently because at my university their are many hills and valleys with cobble-stone EVERYWHERE! Now if your college is anything like mine heels just don't work in that kind of environment. So I have become a lover of flats! I used to be a heels girl (and I believe I am in my heart :) However, college campuses require flats (or booties ;) 

5. Jeggings - I am sure everyone owns a pair or has their favorite pair of jeans that are perfectly worn in! Denim is an almost everyday wear for me when I am at college and I don't feel like dressing up or giving that much thought to an outfit! They are just so easy!!! Especially jeggings all you have to do is put them on, throw on a basic shirt, and a cardigan and you are pretty much good to go!  

Much ♥ 

ASD 

My LBS (Guest Post)

I recently did a guest post on Vedette's blog! They have been so great working with me it truly has been a blast! I absolutely love their message so definitely check out their blog and my post over there I think it is quite nice...P.S. I talk about Breakfast at Tiffany's ;) If you needed a reason to go check it out!

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Sunday Afternoons

I haven't been putting up a lot of outfit posts recently! I was away on a shopping trip in Washington D.C. a week ago and then I had some family come in this weekend so it has been busy! I have been planning some things for you guys! I am working on a haul video of all my thrift finds from my shopping trip. Anyways, I finally have an outfit for you guys! This is a new dress that I picked up I absolutely love it I wore it to church this Sunday!!! I absolutely love the watercolor pattern!! Enjoy!

{Kohl's Elle Dress ($3 on Sale!!), Thrifted Belt and Necklace, Black Wedges (Old)}

Don't forget to check who won the GIVEAWAY REBOOT!!!

Much ♥ 

ASD

EBEW: Color Block and Chambray

{Chambray Shirt and Belt - Thrifted, Tank - Charlotte Russe, Magenta Skirt - Old Navy}

I am always color-blocking! I am an eternal lover of color! So when I heard that the EBEW this month was color-blocking it was a no-brainer! Love this outfit!!!

Much ♥

ASD

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My Style Mantra

I found this quote and I had to make a typography of it with my own picture and everything. 

This photo truly encapsulates how I feel about style! This photo featuring my great grandmother's vintage jewelry and other special pieces :) 

Much ♥,

ASD

Don't Forget to Check Out my GIVEAWAY ending on July 10th!!!

Trend Watch: The Optical Illusion

{Awear}

Hi everyone! I am here to share with you this amazing new trend that I just discovered! I know that we women are the masters of the optical illusion with our: belts, make-up, Spanx, and high heels! It all can be pretty exhausting! Now there is a trend that allows you to achieve your best possible body with just one piece of clothing: THE PANEL DRESS! 

This dress fetish is taking over all the hottest clothing lines this summer in stores like: H&M, Forever 21, Zara, and ASOS! This panel dress trend has picked up due to the it's sister trend vibrant, geometric prints! The Panel Dress trend is basically the use to contrasting colored panels on the side of dresses, skirts, and even pants in order to create a slimmer and well-defined silhouette! This can include the use of a vibrant print with solid panels on the side or "old-fashion" solid color-blocked panels! 

Lipsy panel dress / Lipsy body con dress / Miss Selfridge panel dress / Warehouse cut out dress / A|Wear navy dress, $47 / Dorothy Perkins jade dress / TFNC panel dress, $33 / Wallis panel dress / Miss Selfridge cutout dress / Jane Norman body con dress, $55 / Arte Panel Dress - Dresses - French Connection, $70 / Dress - from H&M

3 Reasons why I am "Head-Over-Heels" for this trend:

1. Fits Any and All Body-Types - I am a sucker for any piece of clothing that suit all body types (A-line, wrap dresses, jeans) because it can clearly enhance any body style. On a curvy girl (like myself) panel dresses can accentuate my good curves while hiding my other bits. On a not-so curvy girl a panel dress can create curves with the panelled design and give the allusion of an hourglass-shape! 
2.  They're EASY!!! - Since many of the dresses are adorned with prints and beautiful pops of color the panel dress is a one stop shop. Put away your statement necklaces and belts and go for a more understated accessory look with stud earrings and colorful arm candy! And since this dress naturally shows your waist line no need to cinch your waist with a belt! 
3. They're FUN, SEXY, AND CLASSY!!! - For summer there is no other way to be than loud and proud when it comes to your wardrobe! These dresses give you that fun pop of print and color and allow you to step outside of your "fashion box" and embrace daring prints and colors! Also, they are not only an illusion but an oxymoron! Sexy and Classy how can that be?!?! These dresses come in a variety of styles and shapes that allow these dresses to be appropriate for a party AND for the office! 

Much ♥,

Amanda (ASD)


Don't Forget to Check Out my GIVEAWAY ending on July 10th!!!

Happy Independence Day!!!

Have a great 4th of July!! I love keeping it really festive and "kitschy" for holidays! However, I also like to keep it girly and classy "easy breezy" for the outside BBQ!!!

Don't forget to check out my GIVEAWAY and enter!!!

Thanks for stopping by!! :)

♥ASD♥

Floral Blazer + "Curvy is Sexy" Vedette Review and Giveaway!!! {CLOSED}

Hi everyone!!! I have a majorly exciting thing to share with you today! It is Vedette Shapewear :) They so graciously contacted me and asked me to review their spectacular shapewear collection!!! I of course agreed and am happy to share with you my FIRST review on my blog!!! 

GIVEAWAY INSTRUCTIONS AT THE END OF THE POST!!!

 I was so excited to receive these pieces from Vedette. When I received the pieces they were so wonderfully packaged I felt like I was receiving chocolates

Isn't it amazing packaging!!! I chose INÈS for my shapewear piece in the color Buff. I liked this piece because it is a classic piece (and I love classic) and would go with a lot of different things in my wardrobe for summer! 

How I decided to style this piece was with this beautifully unique Floral Blazer that I thrifted from Goodwill a couple of years ago! I wanted to make the outfit very daytime and casual so I just added boyfriend jeans and some classic bronze stilettos (for some added sass ;)! I think that keeping shirts or shapewear in this case ;) really simple is that you can really wear statement pieces!!! This piece really works as a great base for this outfit and I truly believe in having MANY basic pieces so that when you find something fabulous like this blazer you have the basic pieces to wear to really make it POP!

This Vedette Shapewear Piece is PERFECT as a basic piece to wear with many statement necklaces, blazers, and bottoms. And it doesn't hurt that it gives you great shape :)!

{Floral Blazer-Thrifted, Ines Shapewear-c/o Vedette Shapewear, Jeans- Target, Heels- Steve Madden}

Now is your chance to have one of these amazing shapewear pieces by Vedette! 

GIVEAWAY INFORMATION:

1. This giveaway is open INTERNATIONALLY (with some minor exceptions that can be discussed when you win)

2. There will be 3 WINNERS who will each win 1 surprise Vedette Shapewear piece!!!

HOW TO ENTER:

1. Like Vedette's FB Page: http://www.facebook.com/vedetteshapewear  

2. Follow Vedette on Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/vedettestore/

3. Be a follower of my blog VIA Blogger or Bloglovin': 

4. Leave a comment on how you would wear a Vedette piece and that you have done the previous steps! 
5.Leave your EMAIL so that I can contact you if you win :) 

Good luck with the giveaway! Giveaway ends Tuesday July 10th 12:00a.m!