*Review Time! Etsy Shop: GandLbabyboutique*

Hey Everyone! It’s Amanda,and I’m back to review another Etsy shop.

This Etsy shop is different than the ones I usually review, because I am reviewing 5 different styles of clothing from this shop, so there is more variety and something you are sure to want. With back to school coming up, these are all great options to purchase for the first day of school. This shop has absolutely amazing monogrammed pieces such as tank tops, running shorts, lunchboxes, clutches, hats, and much more. This shop is perfect for
a girl who just loves a good monogram, not to mention, a fabulous shop
to get a special present for yourself or another girl in your life! So I’m going to start off by reviewing a hat.

This is  white baseball cap/hat with a blue and white anchor detail and yellow monogram. What makes this hat so great is you can choose from a wide variety of colors, so you are sure to find something you love! I absolutely love the color combination, and overall design of this hat. Because it has a monogram, it makes it unique, and its not just a plain boring hat, it’s customized! quality is like a normal hat, but it is thick so it isn’t flimsy and less likely to blow away in the wind. It also has an adjustable strap in the back, where you can adjust the width  of the hat, so it will be able to fit perfectly on your head. The monogram itself is very nicely sewed on there, and doesn’t look tacky or cheap at all. It looks so nice and classy. Overall, as you can probably tell, I totally recommend this Etsy shop! If you want to purchace this hat you can buy it here:  www.etsy.com/shop/GandLBabyBoutique

 The next product from this shop I will be reviewing is a pocket tank top.The pigmentation of the shirt is great! It is so vibrant, and jet black. The
quality is also amazing, it is super super soft and light, which makes
it great for working out, or casual summer days. The monogram is super
classy, and I love the pocket overall. It is grey and whitepolkadots,
with a royal blue monogram that matches the shirt. This shop has so many
amazing color choices, so you are sure to find something you love!
Overall, I recommend this Etsy shop. Especially the pocket tank.  It is
really versatile, and great for many different occasions! It makes a
great outfit paired with a neon bandeau and some cute shorts. It is
$16.00, which is so low for how amazing the tank is. This tank is
certainly worth it. The shop owner is super nice, and
easy to work with, so your experience purchasing from her will be great!
 You can go to her Etsy shop and check out this amazing pocket tank.

http://www.etsy.com/listing/153972243/monogram-pocket-tank?ref=shop_home_active

This tee can be worn basically everywhere, and dressed for any occasion. Its a great fit, just a little oversized, so it fits perfectly loose on me. It can be paired with athletic shorts for a sporty look, and jean shorts for a classic, preppy look. It’s perfect to wear to school or to a party. You and your friends can have SO much fun mixing and matching colors so you both look matchy, but each with your own unique twist! The quality of this shirt is also amazing. It is nice and heavy, but not too heavy. It’s perfect for spring and summer, and can be easily layered with a cardigan for fall/winter. I have already got so much use out of my shirt, and I have confidence it will last me awhile  because of the great quality! This Etsy shop has a wide variety of options that are all so versatile!  I definitely recommend checking out this amazing pocket tee on this Etsy shop. www.etsy.com/shop/gandlbabyboutique

I am also reviewing this amazing reversible headband that is just so cute. I like it because it has two really adorable patterns, so you can wear it with many different outfits.  The headband has elastic, so it won’t fall off your head. The chevron pattern is the same one used on my pocket tee, so it goes perfectly with it! I think it is great for sport, because the material is light and comfortable. It also isn’t too slippy, so it holds on well. Overall, I totally love this headband! It is nice and thick and well stitched. I would definitely recommend it!

These shorts are another item I have received and I have to say they are absolutely amazing. They are so sporty and preppy at the same time, thanks to the monogram in the corner. These shorts are light, so they are perfect for sports. They are made of a great material, that stays dry, even when you are sweating. They are really unique, and will surely get you some attention wherever you wear them! The monogram is a good size and is well stitched on. These shorts are so amazing and really worth the price, so please check out the headband from GandLbabyboutique.

*Review Time! Etsy Shop: JustFrocket*

Hey everyone! It’s Amanda with another review! You all have been requesting more reviews on my instagram like crazy, so I thought I would do another one! This is one is on another Etsy shop that I adore named MonogramManiac. This is a shop that specializes in monogrammed/personalized items. What I am reviewing is their monogrammed pocket tee in Grey. This is a basic pocket tee. But this isn’t like a normal pocket tee, it fits perfectly. A lot of pocket tees I have reviewed also have good fits, but this pocket tee is perfect. It is a little bit oversized, but not too oversized. It has the perfect oversized, slouchy, not trying to hard look that is hard to pull off. But, somehow this pocket tee pulls it off perfectly. The seller of this shop is also super nice, and easy to work with, which is great if you have any questions. The quality of this shirt is also amazing. You can dress this shirt down, with a pair of athletic shorts and flip flops, and just go out the door.  But you can also dress this shirt up with a nice pair of skinny jeans, which is amazing because it’s so versatile. This shop also has many color options you can choose from, so you’re sure to find something you love! I don’t hate anything about this shirt, it’s honestly just so simple, and classy at the same time, like I said it’s perfect. If you want to check out this shirt or this shop, you can visit it here: 

Www.etsy.com/shop/justfrocket

Www.etsy.com/shop/justfrocket

*Review Time! Etsy Shop: SweetLandyn*

Hey everyone! It’s Amanda with another review! You all have been requesting more reviews on my instagram like crazy, so I thought I would do another one! This is one is on another Etsy shop that I adore named SweetLandyn. This is a shop that specializes in monogrammed/personalized items. What I am reviewing is their monogrammed pocket tee in white. This is a basic pocket tee, with initials on it. But this isn’t like a normal pocket tee, it fits perfectly. A lot of pocket tees I have reviewed also have good fits, but this pocket tee is perfect. It is a little bit oversized, but not too oversized. It has the perfect oversized, slouchy, not trying to hard look that is hard to pull off. But, somehow this pocket tee pulls it off perfectly. The seller of this shop, Sarah is also super nice, and easy to work with, which is great if you have any questions. The quality of this shirt is also amazing. You can dress this shirt down, with a pair of athletic shorts and flip flops, and just go out the door.  But you can also dress this shirt up with a nice pair of skinny jeans, which is amazing because it’s so versatile. This shop also has many color options you can choose from, so you’re sure to find something you love! I don’t hate anything about this shirt, it’s honestly just so simple, and classy at the same time, like I said it’s perfect. If you want to check out this shirt or this shop, you can visit it here: www.etsy.com/shop/sweetlandyn www.etsy.com/shop/sweetlandyn
www.etsy.com/shop/sweetlandyn
www.etsy.com/shop/sweetlandyn
www.etsy.com/shop/sweetlandyn

 

*Review Time! Etsy Shop: Emidesign*

Hey Everyone! Today I’m reviewing a few different pieces of jewelry from the Etsy shop EmiDesign. The are a more formal style of jewelry and I absolutely love each stunning piece! I have a 2 earrings and  2 bracelets to talk about, and I’m so excited to share them with you guys!

This first pair of earrings are stud-like at the top, but are very long and elegant. I love them because even though they are big, they feel almost weightless on my ears. I think the design is absolutely stunning and beautiful. The quality is very amazing and the price is only ten dollars! That is an amazing bargain for the look of the earrings. The diamonds look so elegant, and no one would ever know you only spent $10 on them because of how expensive they look. I would definitely recommend these. I just love the way they look and they are not too dangly, so you don’t have to worry about them swinging around crazily. The diamonds also sparkle in the light, so you are sure to get noticed. Overall, these are amazing earrings!

Bracelet

This is one of the fabulous bracelets I will be talking about. It is a basic silver coil, with details of silver designs throughout. This bracelet is a super cute way to dress up basically any look, because silver goes with a lot of colors. It is also great for layering with other bracelets. It is a unique design that  coils around the hand. I love coil bracelets because they are easy to put on and don’t fall off! You also don't have to worry about a clasp or chain breaking. It is a very nice and simple design and is really elegant. The bracelet doesn’t bend in a strange way, it curls at the perfect size for my wrist and stays curled, so it will last me a very long time. I don’t have to worry about the bracelet falling off or sliding up and down my arm which is a huge plus because of how hectic things can get. I really do think this is an amazing bracelet!

Earring

These last pair of earring I will be talking about  are an absolutely stunning piece to look at. The top ball is a beautiful silver and in a pattern. The glass at the bottom swirls in a very unique way. Unlike the other pair of earrings, the top is a hook that goes into the ear. The earrings are pretty long, but like the other ones, don’t strain the ears. I absolutely love the look of these earrings. They have a bubbly feel, and I just love how the glass is transparent with white accents. With a nice braid, these earrings can really complete a formal or classy look. Since all of the colors are fairly neutral, these earrings can go with pretty much any outfit. I would definitely recommend you check these out! These earrings are twelve dollars, which is a truly amazing deal for how unique these earrings are!

Bracelet

Next to review is this bracelet. This bracelet is very cute and simple. I love that about is because it can be as formal or casual as you would like.  I like the color scheme a lot. This is because the lavender parts are metallic, so they match the silver very well.The bracelet fits on the arm very well and I love how the metal loops together, and I found that very unique. The price is only fourteen dollars, which is, again, very good value. This entire shop has very good prices, which is great, because that means you can get multiple items to layer!  I hope you check out this etsy shop!

http://www.etsy.com/shop/emidesign

http://www.etsy.com/shop/emidesign

http://www.etsy.com/shop/emidesign

*Review Time! Etsy Shop: JBatesandco*

Hey Everyone!

Its Amanda, and today I will be doing the much requested reviews!! I have got feedback that you all love hearing about new products and shops to check out, so I thought I would do another one. This is a very special review, because I am reviewing 3 different things from the same shop called JBatesanCo. This is great, because since we all have our own style preferences, you may not like one thing from this shop but fall in love with another. So, to begin the review, I am going to start off with a pocket tee. This is a light green with a simple pink monogram on the pocket.

As you can probably tell, the quality of this monogram is terrific. I can tell the owner of this shop, Jess spent a lot of time on it and it looks so elegant, yet classy. The great thing about these pocket tees are that she has so many different colors of shirts and thread color options, so you are sure to find something that suits your personality amazing!

This shirt is a little oversized, but I love that! It gives it an effortless feel. It’s not too oversized that you feel like you are wearing a bag, but it’s not too small. It’s basically perfect. The shirt itself is super soft, and very nice quality. It isn’t too thick  but it gives just the perfect amount of warmth. This type of shirt is so versatile, and you will be able to find so many places to wear it if you get one like I did! I have worn mine so much and I am in love with it! If you would like to check out this certain t-shirt on the Etsy shop you can click here: http://www.etsy.com/listing/155595589/monogrammed-comfort-colors-short-sleeve?ref=shop_home_active
If you just want to look at the shop, you can click here: www.etsy.com/shop/JBatesandco

The next item from this shop I will be reviewing is a sweatshirt/pullover. This sweatshirt is white with a custom pocket. The pocket is just absolutely amazing! It is in Ohio buckeyes colors (red and grey) chevron and it has stitching in the shape of Ohio and my monogram in the middle. It just looks so well made and put together! I love it! If you decide you want one as well, you can customize the pocket however you would like.

The sweatshirt itself is one of the softest pullovers I have ever felt. The inside is a fleece material and it instantly warms you up. It is great in the morning in the fall or winter when you are outside drinking your coffee and you need something to keep you warm. This is the sweatshirt that will do the job. Not to mention, it is super adorable. You will feel warm and cozy, but still stylish, customized, and put together.

The last item I will be reviewing is another pocket tee. But it is different than the first one. This shirt is by a different brand, and it is more fitted than the other pocket tee. It is also bright green with a chevron pocket with an anchor and my monogram.

This pocket tee design is so on trend now! Whenever I wear this shirt, I get tons of compliments on it. It is a regular t-shirt. It depends on what size you get, but mine wasn’t too fitted but it wasn’t very oversized either. It was sort of just a normal cute, classy shirt.If you are into the preppy look, this is the perfect shirt for you! You can wear this to many events like concerts, theme parks, running errands, shopping, sleepovers, and so much more! This is a shirt that you are guaranteed to get a lot of use out. It is so perfect, along with this amazing monogrammed store! As you can tell, I 100% recommend this store! If you would like to take a look at this store you can click here: www.etsy.com/jbatesandco www.etsy.com/jbatesandco www.etsy.com/jbatesandco www.etsy.com/jbatesandco www.etsy.com/jbatesandco
Thanks guys!

xoxo,

Amanda

*Review Time! Etsy Shop: GraceBennettBoutique*

Hi Everybody!

Today I’m reviewing this super cute and fashionable pocket tee from the Etsy shop GraceBenettBoutique. I got the color grey with a multi colored chevron pocket and a black/blue monogram. What’s so great about this shop though, is that there are so many options and colors to choose from, so you are sure to find something you love!

www.etsy.com/shop/gracebennettboutique  

www.etsy.com/shop/gracebennettboutique

This tee can be worn basically everywhere, and dressed for any occasion. Its a great fit, just a little oversized, so it fits perfectly loose on me. It can be paired with athletic shorts for a sporty look, and jean shorts for a classic, preppy look. It’s perfect to wear to school or to a party. You and your friends can have SO much fun mixing and matching colors so you both look matchy, but each with your own unique twist! The quality of this shirt is also amazing. It is nice and heavy, but not too heavy. It’s perfect for spring and summer, and can be easily layered with a cardigan for fall/winter. I have already got so much use out of my shirt, and I have confidence it will last me awhile  because of the great quality! This Etsy shop has a wide variety of options that are all so versatile!  I really hope you check them out and love them as much as I do! 

www.etsy.com/shop/gracebennettboutique

  

*Review Time! Etsy Shop: ElsBriarPatch*

Hey Guys!

Today I’m reviewing this Etsy shop named ElsBriarPatch. This Etsy shop specializes in scarves and monogram items! As you might know, I am totally obsessed with monogram items. Recently, I’ve also become obsessed with another thing which is infinity scarves. Today I will actually be reviewing an infinity scarf!! Along with a monogrammed pocket tee from the same shop. To start out with the pocket tee, it is a white Hanes v-neck with a grey and white chevron pocket and a hot pink monogram. I love absolutely everything about this pocket tee, because it is just a timeless shirt that I will get so much use out of! It washes nicely, without getting even the slightest bit damaged in the wash. Which is a huge plus, because that’s one less thing I have to worry about. The shop has a wonderful variety of colors and styles that are all amazing! With all the different colors and styles, you are sure to find something you love! The tee is also exceptional quality and a great value at only $18! For this great of quality, I am so happy that is only $18 The monogram is so pretty, and I can tell the owner of the shop, Rachel puts a lot of hard work into each and every shirt she makes. As you can tell, I am very pleased with this hops pocket tees. They are exquisite!

The next item I am reviewing from this shop is an infinity scarf! The scarf I am reviewing is a burnt orange color with white trim. It is honestly one of the softest scarves I have ever felt. This scarf is not too thick, and not too thin. It is great quality! This is an amazing staple item to have in your winter wardrobe, and looks great with a cute pair of skinny jeans and a white cable knit sweater. All of the scarves from this shop are super cute, affordable, and amazing quality. These are a must have for all seasons and I would recommend checking out this shop’s scarves and pocket tees, no doubt about it!

I hope that you all enjoyed this review, and love Rachel’s shop as much as I do! You can shop here: www.etsy.com/shop/elsbriarpatch www.etsy.com/shop/elsbriarpatch
www.etsy.com/shop/elsbriarpatch
www.etsy.com/shop/elsbriarpatch
www.etsy.com/shop/elsbriarpatch

 

www.etsy.com/shop/elsbriarpatch

 

Advice: Post 1: How To Deal With a Group Of 3

Hey Everyone! It's Amanda, and this is going to be my first advice topic.
I'll try to do an advice topic every week, so if you have a request of what you want me to do next, you can contact me at fashionbelle16@gmail.com. This weeks topic is: How To Make A Group Of 3 Work. I see first hand that in groups of 3, it is almost impossible not to feel dis-included or left out at sometime. In 7th grade, I was in a group of 3 with 2 other friends, and honestly it just didn't work. Someone always felt excluded, that's just how it was. The 2 girls that I was friends with were closer with each other, and I always felt like they would exclude me, or gossip about me because they were always together, and I just felt alone, even though I acted like everything was fine. Now looking back at it, I realize that they were toxic friends. They weren't the kind of people I  should have been hanging around. Sometimes, they would purposely try to exclude me or make me feel left out. I removed those people from my life. It was really hard, because I thought I would be alone for last 2 months of 7th grade without them, but I made friends with a great group of girls who cared about me and included me. Removing those 2 girls from my life was the best decision I made. If you are in a situation like I was, my best advice is to just remove those friends from your life. You don't have to be mean about it, you can simply just walk away from it. Now, if you aren't in a situation like I was, and you just want to make a group of 3 work, and have everyone included without someone being left out, my best advice is be nice. That may sound dumb, but honestly for every situation, do the best you can to be nice, and make everyone feel included. If you were going to have a sleepover or hang out with 1 of the friends in your group of 3, just invite the other girl too. Even if she can't come, it's the thought that you invited her. At lunch, instead of just directly talking to one person, try to look and meet both of their eyes. Even when we sometimes don't realize it, we say one persons name without really thinking, or direct a question to them. Instead of saying "Oh my gosh Jenny you won't believe what happened!" Try to make a conscience effort to say "Oh my gosh guys, you won't believe what happened!" I hope that you guys liked my advice corner. If you like this, just shoot me and email letting me know your thoughts on this article, and as always, I'm happy to answer any questions you have!

Xoxo,
Amanda

*Review Time! Etsy Shop: Thatsewmaria*

Hi Everybody! Its Amanda, with another review! Today I’m reviewing a light pink pocket tee from the Etsy Shop thatsjustsewmaria. This tee is a little oversized, which I LOVE because I can tuck it is and make it casual. The color is great and the shirt is high quality and comfy. I had no trouble specifying just how I wanted the shirt and I couldn’t be happier with the results! The pocket is yellow chevron with my monogram on it. This shirt goes great with jean shorts and is a great summer look! There are many colors to choose from and I just love that its a v-neck, it gives me room to move around and accents the collar bone. The pocket is made out of a really durable canvas material, which is amazing, because it is not flimsy, and will be guaranteed to stay on 

there.

 

This pocket tee is at the amazing price of $13.95 which is incredible for this quality pocket tee! They also come in a variety of color options and thread options, so you are sure to find something that you love! This tee is certainly worth it. The shop owner, Maria is super, super nice, and easy to work with, so your experience purchasing from her will be great! You can go to her Etsy shop and check for yourself what I’ve been raving about!

www.etsy.com/shop/thatsjustsewmaria

www.etsy.com/shop/thatsjustsewmaria

www.etsy.com/shop/thatsjustsewmaria

www.etsy.com/shop/thatsjustsewmaria  

www.etsy.com/shop/thatsewmaria

 

*Review Time! Etsy Shop: CarolcreationsLA*

Hey Everyone! It’s Amanda, doing what I do best: reviews!! I have gotten feedback that you all love my reviews, so I thought I would do another one. This is on another Etsy shop named: CarolscreationsLA. Her shop has absolutely amazing monogrammed pieces like tank tops, running shorts, lunchboxes, clutches, hats, etc. This shop is perfect for a girl who just loves a good monogram, not to mention, a fabulous shop to get a special present for yourself or another girl in your life! What I am reviewing specifically, is one of this shops tank tops. As you can see by the picture below, I got it in a bright orange color.

The pigmentation of the shirt is great! It is so vibrant, and neon. The quality is also amazing, it is super super soft and light, which makes it great for working out, or casual summer days. The monogram is super classy, and I love the pocket overall. It is black and white chevron, with an orange anchor that matches the shirt. This shop has so many amazing color choices, so you are sure to find something you love! Overall, I recommend this Etsy shop. Especially the pocket tank.  It is really versatile, and great for many different occasions! It makes a great outfit paired with a neon bandeau and some cut shorts. It is $18.00, which is so, so low for how amazing the tank is. This tank is certainly worth it. The shop owner, Carol  is super, super nice, and easy to work with, so your experience purchasing from her will be great!  You can go to her Etsy shop and check for yourself what I’ve been raving about!

www.etsy.com/shop/carolcreationsLA

www.etsy.com/shop/carolcreationsLA

www.etsy.com/shop/carolcreationsLA

www.etsy.com/shop/carolcreationsLA

www.etsy.com/shop/carolcreationsLA

*Review time! Etsy shop: PolkaDotKreations*

Hey Everyone! Today I will be reviewing the Knit Scarf from the PolkaDotKreations Etsy Shop! PolkaDotKreations has different varieties of items including fleece blankets, and scarves. I decided to review the knit scarf, because I thought that it looked super cute, cozy, and great for winter!  This scarf is a great buy and can be styled in many different ways. The shop has a wide variety of scarves in many different colors. It is made of soft material and is super cute! It is nice and warm for those cold summer nights and is a great length! On cold days, it can be worn with a sweater and on warm days, with a solid t-shirt. It is especially great for Winter, because of how thick it is. It is absolutely amazing quality!

 

Readers of this blog are in on a super-special deal! Use this coupon code and get 20% off your purchase from PolkaDotKreations! Code: THANKYOUAMANDA. The owner of this shop, Katie is so friendly to work with, and she is sure to make your experience purchasing from her shop amazing!

www.etsy.com/shop/polkadotkreations

www.etsy.com/shop/polkadotkreations

 

http://www.etsy.com/shop/PolkaDotKreations?