All About Moi

Hi beauties,

I thought I would share a little bit of information about me today. I think it's important to know someone's fashion interests and preferences in order to understand their perspective. These are my some of my interests in terms of fashion, and I'd love to hear yours!

Favorite Designers/Design Labels:
Oscar de la Renta
Balenciaga
Chanel
Marchesa
Valentino
Hermès
Elie Saab
Louis Vuitton
Ivanka Trump
Elizabeth and James


Favorite Stylists:
Rachel Zoe
Cher Coulter
L’Wren Scott
Brad Goreski
Wendi and Nicole Ferreira 
Ilaria Urbinati


Favorite Magazines:
Elle
Harper's Bazaar
Marie Claire
Vogue
Vanity Fair

Favorite Celebrity Style Icons:

Jennifer Lawrence
Emma Watson
Taylor Swift
Selena Gomez
Sofia Vergara
Giuliana Rancic
Nicole Kidman
Gwyneth Paltrow
Ashley Greene
Charlize Theron
Kate Middleton
Pippa Middleton
Keira Knightley 
Olivia Palermo

Favorite Brands:
Wildfox Couture 
Lush
Frenchi
h.i.p.
House of Harlow 1960
Gibson
Free People
Sam Edelman 
Miss Trish
Miz Mooz

Favorite Stores:
Nordstrom
Bloomingdale's
Saks Fifth Avenue
J.Crew
Anthropologie
Topshop
BaubleBar
Francesca's
ModCloth
Local Boutiques


Do we share any interests? Let me know in the comments section!

xoxo,
Martha

Where Have I Been?

Hello lovelies,

I have not posted since the end of September, 2012, and it is now the beginning of March, 2013. October was such a busy month that I had to set blogging aside and when the craziness ended, I just didn't get back into my routine. I apologize for my absence and the significant lack of posts.

To say the least, I have been completely MIA, including from Twitter. For those of you that have continued to follow me, I cannot express my gratitude enough. I will not be resuming my former schedule of blogging; however I have made a goal to blog twice each week, which I think will be manageable. I will announce new blog posts on my Twitter, @fashion_amour. Unfortunately, I cannot predict which days new posts will be up, so just check back here often or follow me on Twitter. My posts may be a little less formal, but I think that will be a good motivator for me to blog more. I am looking forward to posting again, and would love to hear from you!

You can contact me at: fashionamourblog@gmail.com.


Je vous aime tous (I love all of you),

Martha

Confessions of a Shopaholic

Hi everyone!

Today I thought I'd do a fun, silly post since it's a Saturday. This is actually a tag from YouTube, but I don't have a channel so I thought I'd blog it instead. There are fifteen questions, and feel free to do a post or video on this too- I tag everyone who reads this!

So with that, let's get started!

1. How old were you when you realized you were a shopaholic?
I've always loved shopping, and have always been a spender rather than a saver. I probably realized by age six. Crazy right?

2. How do you feel after shopping? Do you have any weird habits you do after shopping?
I usually feel on top of the world, loving everything that I bought, or really accomplished and proud if I've gotten great deals. I love being a savvy shopper! However, I sometimes do get buyer's remorse or question my purchases.

3. What are your top 5 favorite stores to shop at? Why? 
Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, TopShop, J.Crew, and Necessary Clothing. I also love so many local boutiques but since many of you won't have access to them, I did not include them. I love these stores because there is such variety in styles, pieces, and prices. Overall, great selection!

4. What item do you have the most of in your closet? (SHOES, PURSES, WALLETS, GLASSES, BLAZERS, ETC.)
I definitely have the most shoes. I love bags and purses, but don't carry them as much as I wear shoes!

5. What is the most you've ever spent in one shopping trip?
Around $200 probably. I've spent so much money, I can't even remember!

6. Do you ever experience shoppers regret? What was something you regretted buying?
Quite often. I regretted buying a pair of Steve Madden oxfords. If I regret it I usually return it, if possible. The things I regret buying the most are those that are not well made and break quickly after I purchase them.

7. What's your favorite thing to buy?
This is such a tough decision. But I have to say bags. Eeep!

8. Do you buy the same item in different colors?
If I love an item (typically clothing), I buy it in multiple colors because I know that I'll get good wear out of it. I don't usually do this with jewelry, but occasionally with shoes.

9. Do you ever use dressing rooms? Why or why not?
I always try things on before I buy them because even though I can usually tell by looking at an item on a hanger whether it will be flattering or not, I can still be surprised. This is just what I have done since being a little girl and I don't plan on stopping anytime soon! (Although if there is a long line, I'll sometimes find a mirror and try things on over my clothes.)

10. Do you prefer to go shopping alone or with others? Who's you favorite shopping buddy? 
I like shopping no matter who I'm with. I'm content shopping along or with friends, but my favorite shopping buddy is my mom.

11. If you could go shopping with a celebrity/blogger/YouTube guru who would it be? Why? 
Olivia Palermo because she has such great style and is an inspiration to me. I love the way she incorporates accessories so easily into her looks and she always looks polished, put together, and chic. 

12. What is your favorite treat/snack to eat/drink while/after shopping? 
I don't like to eat while I'm shopping so I'll eat a snack like almonds or a granola bar before. I don't like to drink while I'm shopping because going to the bathroom is a waste of precious browsing time, so I'm typically extremely thirsty by the time I'm done. (It's bad, I know!) After shopping, I drink tons of water and eat whatever is made or I'm in the mood for. I'm not picky!

13. What is something you've always wanted to buy, but never had the money to do so? 
A CHANEL bag.

14. If you had a $1,000 dollars to spend on anything you wanted, what would you splurge on? 
Either a really nice, quality pair of leather boots or a very nice coat.

15. Are you a proud shopaholic?! 
I am Martha and I am a proud shopaholic!

I think that as long as you can manage your money well and never spend more than you have to spend, it's perfectly okay to be a shopaholic! Fashionistas FTW!

Remember, I tag everyone! Let me know if you do this tag or if you'd like to see me do more tags; I think they're tons of fun!

Thanks for reading,

Martha <3

Gettin' Foxy

Hi everyone!

If you remember one of my previous posts, I discussed the current trend of animals printed on clothing items and accessories. Today, I'd like to share with you an amazing collection by Tory Burch- the Fox Collection!

I love the print used throughout this collection, and even more, the way the fox is incorporated into the jewelry pieces. Take a look!

I wasn't able to show nearly everything in this post, but I encourage you to visit www.toryburch.com to see the full collection. Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Neiman Marcus also carry parts of the collection.

Let me know what you think of this trend and collection!

xoxo,

Martha<3


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More Menswear, Merci

Hi everyone!

I know it's been a few days since I last posted. If you follow me on Twitter, then you probably know why, but due to the number of pictures with links I included in my last post, my blog was put under review to make sure it wasn't being spammed or hacked.

Apparently, there was some unusual activity on my blog. Anyways, it all turned out to be a mistake, and my blog is totally safe and spam-free (not that it ever wasn't), so I apologize for the delay in posts.

Today, I'm going to share with you a trend that has been in for several years now, and is one of my absolute favorites. Yep, you guessed it... menswear inspired fashion for women!

I have really fallen in love with oxfords, loafers, structured blazers, tailored pants, bow-ties, long ties, oxford button-down shirts, and tuxedo-inspired looks. Soon, I will be posting some OOTD's (outfit of the day), with some of these sub-trends incorporated into the looks.

I know this has been a short post, but I am working on doing an outfit-of-the-week post either this week or next week, so get excited! :)

Also, if you'd be interested in watching fashion videos, let me know in the comments below whether you'd like me to make my own YouTube channel.

Thanks so much for reading!

xoxo,

Martha<3