Happy Valentine’s Day!

Posted in Accessories, Beauty, Fashion, Gift Guide, Holidays, Makeup, Nail Polish by Amanda Montgomery

Happy Valentine’s Day beautiful people! I hope your day is filled with love, pink, red and most definitely CANDY! If you need some help in the red or pink department… I got you covered!

23Dec2013

Item of the Day

Posted in Fashion, Gift Guide, Holidays, Item of the Day by Amanda Montgomery

OhKoul Titanium Green Druzy Ring

It’s Christmas Eve Eve, and instead of wrapping my gifts, I am really crushing over Green and Blue colored druxy stones… and this is a gorgeous ring that should hit the top of every woman’s must have statement jewelry list! It’s designed locally in Vancouver by OhKoul, Priscilla & Vi – 2 ‘sisterpreneurs’ who make beautiful pieces and also a difference in the world.Please check out their website or on Etsy for more stunning pieces and ordering details. Plus they are having a Holiday Sale now!

23Dec2013

Santa Baby

Posted in Beauty, Commentary, Fashion, Gift Guide, Holidays, Makeup, Nail Polish, Trends by Amanda Montgomery

Santa Baby, slip a sable under the tree, for me. Been an awful good girl, Santa baby, so hurry down the chimney tonight.

Do we, or do we not wish Santa would shop at Bendels?! Well here is my wish list in Santa’s shade! Merry Christmas Eve Eve!

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{Alexander McQueen Red Embossed Stretch Knit Dress} {Dolce & Gabbana Red Lace Blouse}
{Christopher Kane Lattice Detail Top} {Topshop Embossed Tailored Jacket}
{Ted Baker Albine Wool Trench Coat} {Tory Burch Alexa Cropped Skinnies}
{Burberry Duchess Silk Satin Pencil Skirt}

{Prada Red Suede Buckle Strap Peep Toe Platform Pumps}
{Kate Spade New York Cedar Street Monday Crossbody Bag}
{Henri Bendel Cara Couture Jewel Tone Bracelet}
{MARC BY MARC JACOBS Standard Supply Red Watch}
{Orly Flash Glam FX Hyper-Reflective Glitter Nail Lacquer, Rockets Red Glare}
{Madewell Barbour Tartan Plaid Scarf} {Anna Sui Lipstick in Shade 401}

18Dec2013

Gifts Under $30

Posted in Commentary, Fashion, Gift Guide, Holidays, Home by Amanda Montgomery

If you’re like me, than you still have some people to buy for. Don’t fret yet! Here are some of my favorite gift ideas all ringing in under $30.

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{Primitives By Kathy ‘Stop Believing’ Pillow from Nordstrom}
{Rosanna ‘To The Letter – A’ Decorative Letter from Nordstrom}
{Forever 21 Sweet Side Crossbody} {Threshold LED Snowflake Lantern from Target}
{Armed With Technology Tea Infuser from ModCloth}
{Threshold Stoneware Storage Box with Wood Lid And Chalkboard from Target}
{Artsy Modern Book (Wine) Club Tote Bag}
{Topshop ‘Traditional Check – Small’ Scarf” via Nordstrom}

{Target Personalized Monogram Glass Dispenser – A-Z}
{Merona Women’s Colorblock Longsleeve Cardigan -White Sand from Target}
{Betsey Johnson ‘Iconic Pinkalicious’ Heart Stud Earrings from Nordstrom}
{VIP International Antiqued Metal Hand Mirror from Nordstrom}
{Topshop Cut Out Aztec Circle Necklace} {Captain’s Lager Glass Set from ModCloth}
{3.1 Phillip Lim for Target Silky Skirt -Animal Print} {Forever 21 Everyday Faux Leather Tote}

7Dec2013

Holiday Dresses to Die For!

Posted in Commentary, Fashion, Favorite Looks, Gift Guide, Holidays, Trends, Uncategorized by Amanda Montgomery

Amongst the picking out the perfect gift for that special someone, the tracking down of the perfect tree {which did not happen for me – 2 words = Griswold Christmas} and experimenting to find the perfect ratio of rum to Egg Nog; is the hunt for that perfect Holiday dress. Not to mention the accessories, bag and shoes to accompany it. Now I have previously listed some great holiday dress finds under $100, these may not be less than a Benjamin Franklin, but are so fabulous not to be shared. Happy Holiday Hunting!

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Alice + Olivia MAGNOLIA CAP SLEEVE FLARE SKIRT DRESS WITH BELT http://goo.gl/WR02Wk

DSQUARED2 bow detailed dress http://goo.gl/VSh1qO

MICHAEL KORS Short dress http://goo.gl/4462Kv

RAG & BONE Renard metallic jacquard dress http://goo.gl/2lOIyQ

MARY KATRANTZOU Tivolio Printed Twill Dress http://goo.gl/aHVbaS

AMEN sequined mini dress http://goo.gl/4etqmM

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Flounce Bottom Short Dress http://goo.gl/E5R0fj

Alice + Olivia ELLIOTTE BEADED SHIFT DRESS http://goo.gl/7W9qvN

VIVIENNE WESTWOOD ANGLOMANIA Halton draped metallic jacquard dress http://goo.gl/CSZ1Wf

NOTTE BY MARCHESA Draped metallic jacquard dress http://goo.gl/HYKgU8

LANVIN boat neck fitted dress http://goo.gl/80dery

PROENZA SCHOULER Asymmetric crepe and jersey dress http://goo.gl/UNCbrl

DSQUARED2 bow detail fitted dress http://goo.gl/wTgH0P

6Dec2013

Give ‘Em the Boot

Posted in Commentary, Fashion, Gift Guide, Holidays, Trends by Amanda Montgomery

One trend I am glad to see return from the 90s is the combat boot. Well, any lace up boot. They completely change the look of an outfit, and can give them more of an edge, or make it pop in a way that stilettos or pumps would leave it flat.Why not give a pair of boots for Christmas!? There are so many options from wedge {See by Chloé} to flat {TOPSHOP}.

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{Steve Madden Barney Boots} {See by Chloé Booties} {H&M Lace Up Boot}
{Troopa Combat Boot in Wine Leather} {TOPSHOP Mystify Toe Cap Boots}

4Dec2013

A Gift Guide: The Beauty Queen

Posted in Beauty, Commentary, Gift Guide, Holidays, Makeup, Nail Polish, Skincare by Amanda Montgomery

My sister and I are a little Make-up obsessed. We love trying out new lines and buying new products. Our favourite line is Benefit, I don’t think we can walk past the Benefit counter without making a purchase. If you have someone who loves beauty products like we do, on you list, here is a list of suggestions on what to fill their stocking with this Christmas.

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Benefit Primed for Lovin’! Gift Set http://goo.gl/jmS2eQ

STILA Magnificent Metals Foil Finish Eye Shadow http://goo.gl/UlQR0C

Valentino Valentina Oud Assoluto (EDP, 80ml) http://goo.gl/Dnv48t

Marc by Marc Jacobs Sequin Cosmetic Bag http://goo.gl/sjCPz3

Smashbox ‘Photo Op – Smokebox’ Eyeshadow Palette http://goo.gl/c6K6d7

Essie Luxeffects Nail Lacquer – Set In Stones http://goo.gl/XP0peC

SHISEIDO White Lucent Intensive Spot Targeting Serum Set http://goo.gl/w0eOL9

Tom Ford – Jasmin Rouge collection lipstick http://goo.gl/07Oteo

FRESH Sugar Kisses Mini Lip Trio http://goo.gl/5lsjhn

NARS Eye Paint http://goo.gl/D226A1

HOURGLASS Opaque Rouge Liquid Lipstick – Icon http://goo.gl/co6azP

MARC JACOBS BEAUTY Enamored Hi-Shine Nail Lacquer in Mandarine Orange http://goo.gl/J96xSg

Anna Sui Minnie Mouse Perfect Mascara http://goo.gl/Itcji5

MAC Masterclass Range Brushes http://goo.gl/TwpJTS

3Dec2013

Gift Guide: The Rebel Without a Cause

Posted in Beauty, Commentary, Fashion, Favorite Looks, Gift Guide, Holidays, Home, Makeup, Trends by Amanda Montgomery

For the person in your life who likes to live on the edgier side of life, here are some great gift ideas. I know a bunch of people who would love to receive something off this list, so they don’t need to be the resident bad ass to gift all these items. Who wouldn’t want this incredible Alexander McQueen leather jacket — the silhouette alone is to die for!

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Kathy Kuo Home Union Jack Modern Industrial Leather Trunk Side End Table http://goo.gl/mpO35W

URBAN DECAY Revolution Lipstick in Deep Berry http://goo.gl/usi2vz

MICHAEL Michael Kors Selma iPhone® 5, 4S, and 4 Multifunction Phone Case http://goo.gl/8KZdfx

Mango Safety Pin Earrings http://goo.gl/5uKN3x

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN SKULL PRINTED SILK CHIFFON SCARF http://goo.gl/RN7G6o

CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA X TOM BINNS Punk Pandora Perspex Clutch with Safety Pins http://goo.gl/QKxdgx

SAINT LAURENT Clou onyx punk ring http://goo.gl/d3qTMO

Industrial Evolution Boot in Black via ModCloth http://goo.gl/y8JhxX

Alexander McQueen Zip Hip Classic McQueen Leather Biker Jacket http://goo.gl/lXO1NZ

Mango Ramones Tee http://goo.gl/kR8Nz1

1Dec2013

Hey… Foxy Lady!: A Gift Guide

Posted in Fashion, Favorite Looks, Gift Guide, Holidays, Trends by Amanda Montgomery

So our shopping days are numbered. I am going to pick up where I left off on the gift guides for this year.

Do you have a Foxy lady to buy for this Christmas? Here are some foxy things that are absolutely adorbs! I would be a foxy lady for any of these things!

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Adidas Women’s NEO Lifestyle Apparel FOX SWEATER http://goo.gl/va5POQ

Oliver Bonas Fox Necklace http://goo.gl/AoW6Yq

LINEA Mr Fox Knitted Cushion http://goo.gl/9K2X0w

ASOS Fox Palmwarmer http://goo.gl/JhFMVf

New Look Grey Fox Face Beanie http://goo.gl/U1QiC0

Fossil Party Animal Fox Charm http://goo.gl/CB7ivD

ALEX MONROE GOLD-PLATED PROWLING FOX RING http://goo.gl/8TIGr8

Lunita Mia Accessories Fox Panda Brown Bag http://goo.gl/iQIJwH

MARNI BOWLING BAG WITH FOREST PRINT http://goo.gl/Ujc4l1

Tory Burch DALTON EMBELLISHED SUEDE BOOTS WITH RABBIT FUR http://goo.gl/BMGsGi

STELLA FOREST pleated maxi skirt http://goo.gl/mC7cfq

30Nov2013

A Hanukkah Gift Guide

Posted in Beauty, Commentary, Fashion, Gift Guide, Holidays, Home, Makeup by Amanda Montgomery

During this crazy week of festivities, Hanukkah is well on it’s way. I have put together some ideas for last minute Hanukkah gifts that will hopefully inspire you this year.

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