The hot summer weather is upon us, even if it’s not officially summer. Seems mother nature (and global warming) isn’t paying attention to the calendar. So when I received an invitation to attend the AFI Life Achievement Awards ceremony at the Dolby Theater in Hollywood, I knew I wanted to wear something effortless. This dress, a diaphanous backless dream created by Octavio Carlin, won the contest. Together we bore witness to a history-making night celebrating the musical genius of John Williams, aka the man who has scored my life’s most memorable moments. I chose to highlight my back because, well, I like it. Dressing made simple; wear clothes that celebrate your best features, and when the temperatures rise, choose something as lightweight as possible.

With love,

Amanda

More to love… ASOS Open Back Maxi Dress; Ecote Tie-Side Maxi Dress; Zara Long Contrast Crochet Dress

Are you sitting down? I am. First, my apologies for not posting on Monday. My loyal readers mean so much to me and I’m sorry I missed our regularly scheduled conversation. But, Sunday was a sad day, for Orlando, Florida, for our nation, for humanity, and I just couldn’t see straight to post pretty pics, business as usual. So I sat down and took stock. This blog is about love, really, in the end. Oh I know it looks like it’s about fashion, and it is, because that’s something I love. But it’s also a forum for free expression, where I try to promote self-love, empathy, the idea that we are all flawed and that makes us amazing. This blog, humble as it may be, gives me a sense of peace, a sense that I’m connected and connecting to a greater good. But sometimes I just need to take a moment to sit and gather myself before picking up again, dusting off and taking that next step forward. Thank you for walking with me through this crazy world, and together, with our shared humanity, making it a little bit better.

With love,

Amanda

Summer whites. It’s time to bust them out. Yes we are hot and heavy into June, the kids are on summer break, and I’m feeling the heat. Enter this cotton poplin dress from Zara. It’s the perfect antidote to summer’s rising temperatures and the added demands of a house full of kids in need of entertaining. Maybe it’s time to travel. Stay tuned for more on that.

With love,

Amanda