Jeggings

The greatest innovation in fashion of all time, in my opinion, is jeggings. Jean leggings are the perfect wardrobe staple if you are like me, and refuse to wear jeans most of the time. From my $12 jeans to my $200 jeans, they are all equally as uncomfortable and binding despite the price. Unfortunately, jeans are necessary for many outfits, forcing me (and many others) to sacrifice comfort for fashion. While this is often the case in fashion, it shouldn't have to be with every outfit, since jeans are such a staple piece.

I have been searching for the perfect "jegging" for some time now, and have finally found it! J Brand "The Legging" stretch jean are it. J Brand has great jeans in general, but "The Legging" is the comfiest jean you will ever wear. They look and feel just like real denim, yet are so much more comfortable. These jeans are so stretchy that if I were able to do a split, I would! For me it was easy to justify investing in these J Brand skinnies because I know I will live in them. If you can't, you can definitely find much cheaper similar styles elsewhere as they are very popular for fall. Urban Outfitters, GAP, Express, and even stores like Burlington and Marshalls have them. Either way, I highly recommend a pair to add to your fall wardrobe.

Love,

Amanda

P.S. J Brand's "The Legging" jean is currently on sale at the Nordstrom Anniversary sale! An added bonus! A rep. from J Brand was there when I purchased mine, and she said they cannot even keep them in stock.

Featured: J Brand "The Legging" Stretch Jeans. $178 (Sale: $109 for a limited time). Available at Nordstrom and where J Brand jeans are sold.

Bye,Bye Bags

So we all have late nights and early mornings that lead to less than desirable tired, puffy eyes. Not very attractive, but how do we fix it? I was given an excellent product to try that helps this situation, and I must say it is great. Formulated by dermatologist Patricia Wexler MD, Wexler's Fastscription De-Puff Eye Gel helps to tighten skin around the eyes, as well as reducing fine lines and wrinkles (because even at 23 I am already developing them!)

As the press release states, "send your bags packing" with this innovative new product. Unlike most similar products on the market, Fastscription De-Puff Eye Gel not only quick-fixes bags under the eyes, but keeps them gone. I've been using this product in the mornings for a couple weeks now, and I can concur that it works. You can feel it working as the puffiness goes down almost instantly!

Love,

Amanda

Featured: Wexler Fastscription De-Puff Eye Gel. $19. Available at select Bath & Body Works stores (or bathandbodyworks.com), or by calling 800.395.1001. http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2648698

Saddle Up

As I was browsing the Anthropologie website, I absolutely fell in love with these spectator inspired heels! Saddle-like shoes are in right now, and these, to me, are the perfect play on the retro style. I love the peep toe and mary-jane strap! They give the spectator shoe a girlie touch, and "girlie" is always fashion's way to my heart.

While I have no business spending $148 on a pair of shoes right now, they are definitely getting book-marked until a sale (if I can hold out that long!) I just thought these were too adorable not to share!

Love,

Amanda

Featured: Anthropologie Back Rock Spectators. $148. http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?subCategoryId=SHOES-HEELS-HEIGHTS&id=18487041&catId=SHOES-HEELS&pushId=SHOES-HEELS&popId=SHOESBAGS&sortProperties=&navCount=270&navAction=top&fromCategoryPage=true&selectedProductSize=&selectedProductSize1=&color=001&colorName=BLACK&isSubcategory=true&isProduct=true&isBigImage=&templateType=

Let's Face It

Spring to summer is a time to clean up and rid yourself of the impurities of life, but why not do the same with your face? Healthy skin is important to me, and I've been using a great new product. CosMedix Purity Clean is a gentle, yet potent cleanser that is designed to lift away not only dirt and makeup, but pollutants as well! The peppermint scented cleanser cools my skin and leaves it feeling rejuvenated - perfect for the hot summer weather!

CosMedix Purity Clean is great for morning and night. The refreshing feeling wakes my skin up, yet washes away the grime of the day to make it feel relaxed at night. I have tried a lot of different cleansers, and I think using a good one like Cosmedix Purity Clean is important. Let's face it - clean, healthy skin glows!

Love,

Amanda

Featured: CosMedix Purity Clean Cleanser. $34. Available at CosMedix.com, spas, and various retailers nationwide. http://www.cosmedix.com/products/purity-clean-exfoliating-cleanser

Je t'aime 'Le Sac'

Summer is here, and that means lots of flip flops and sun dresses! Dresses are essential to any summer wardrobe, and with busy schedules of days at the beach, cook outs, and nights out, you may find yourself looking for day-to-night dresses that are easy and comfy for hot summer days. American Apparel's Le Sac dress is the perfect addition to any summer wardrobe. It solves the problem of buying many different dresses because can be worn so many different ways, looking like a new dress every time!

Le Sac dress is available in a variety of colors, and American Apparel also offers changeable "Le Strings" that can change the look of the dress even more. At a reasonable $38 you get multiple dresses in one. I wear mine as a strapless day dress, and then change it to a lower-cut halter for a night out! The quality is great, and multiple pictures accompanying an on-line instructional video offer numerous ideas on how to wear this versatile piece of clothing. It is a little intimidating at first, but I promise it is easy to wear it a million different ways! I love Le Sac!

Love,

Amanda

Featured: American Apparel's Le Sac Dress. $38. http://www.americanapparel.com/rsa0300.html?cid=29

Clutch Crush

If there is one item that every girl should have, it is this versatile clutch/wallet. Either to throw in your bag to use as a wallet, or to take out with you as a stylish clutch at night, Hobo International's double frame clutch is definitely an accessory-wardrobe essential. Multiple compartments and space allow you to hold money, credit cards, change, a phone, and I even manage to stuff my camera in there as well! It is easier than switching your items from wallets to clutches back to wallets. Multiple colors are offered seasonally (I prefer a fun colored one that doesn't match anything), and while it's priced at about $100 they always go on sale at the end of each season (to about $65). For the versatility, style, and quality, $100 is worth it in my opinion.

Spending $100 or even $65 may sound outrageous for some, but there are tons of look-a-likes that are the same great style as the Hobo. I have seen them at Urban Outfitters, Forever 21, and Nordstrom's BP department to name a few. A perfect item to own that you will be sure to use almost every day (because I know I do)! And it also makes a great gift for women of all ages! I am obsessed with this clutch, and I know you will be too.

Love,

Amanda

Featured: Hobo International 'Lauren' Double Frame Clutch. http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2859309?Category=&Search=True&SearchType=keywordsearch&keyword=hobo+international&origin=searchresults

Look-a-Like: http://www.target.com/Merona-Double-Frame-Wallet-Ivory/dp/B002U1JB7U/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&searchView=grid5&qid=1277076932&frombrowse=0&fromGsearch=true&node=1038576|1287991011&keywords=double_frame_clutch_wallet&searchSize=30&id=Merona%20Double%20Frame%20Wallet%20Ivory&searchBinNameList=purchasing_channel,subjectbin,price,target_com_primary_color-bin,target_com_size-bin,target_com_brand-bin&searchNodeID=1038576|1287991011&searchRank=target104545&sr=1-1&searchPage=1&rh=

Well Polished

If you know me, you know I am a little obsessed with doing my nails. While I bite them and they aren't even that nice, I cannot handle not having them painted. Rarely do I go a whole 24 hours without nail polish on, and I love discovering new shades to add to my list of favorites. While polish colors change with the seasons, and my nail color changes every couple days, I am always searching for a perfect go-to light pink for everyday wear. Found in OPI's Spring/Summer 2010 Hong Kong collection, Panda-monium Pink is my most recent absolute fave! (And I love the name!)

This light, pastel pink nail laquer has a hint of lilac which gives it a soft, dusty look. It looks great on nails of all shapes, lengths, and sizes, and definitely goes with any outfit. My nails get the most compliments with this polish on, and although it is categorized as a "light pink," it is definitely unique! You will be sure to love it too.

Love,

Amanda

Featured: OPI Panda-monium Pink Nail Laquer. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0035Y9VOY/ref=pd_lpo_k2_dp_sr_1?ie=UTF8&cloe_id=00d39a73-7b5b-4d07-8133-758504ca5d6a&attrMsgId=LPWidget-A2&pf_rd_p=486539851&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B0036UW6OE&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0PDEVZQP73B48834Z8S3