#30daysofdresses Inspiration
I hope you have started shopping…because June is quickly approaching and that means #30daysofdresses! Aren’t you excited? I am!
If you don’t yet know, #30daysofdresses is a June adventure. You will wear a dress (or skirt) everyday in June. 
YAY!
Here is some inspiration for those of you that need ideas. Enjoy!
(Click on any image to go to the website)
J.Crew – $198
J. Crew – $228
Twelve Saturdays – $45
Boden – $98
Anthropologie – $168
Shabby Apple – $78
H&M – $20
H&M – $20
Motivation Monday + Weekend Update
A Better Mood
Source: anytimehealth.com via amanda on Pinterest
What a wonderful day. It’s sunny. It’s warm. And you know what that means… it’s time to get outside and soak up the vitamin D.
This weekend I had a great day getting stuff done, working out, and spending time with my awesome mom, Chris. She is pretty amazing. And skinny to boot! Not fair, right?
A few fun facts about my mum:
* She is a freak about her dogs. I think ever since my brother and I have grown up she needs someone else to take care of. Thus these dogs are spoiled rotten.
* She loves a good cosmo. NO LEMON THOUGH.
* She went ballistic when she found out I had watched the Bodyguard when I was like 10. EEK.
* She works for one of the top workplaces in MN!
* She likes to take her drinks on the kayak while I swim across the lake.
I love her very much. (No surprise there)!
What did you get your mom for mother’s day?
No More Nickel
Over the past year I have suddenly become one of those people that is allergic to everything in sight. I used to roll my eyes at those people for whining all the time and alas I am now that person. After the inital patch test, I can add (at least) one more thing to my ‘allergy’ list. Nickel. I will go back to the doctor on Wednesday for a completed test results.
And you know what…if Nickel were a thing one could have a conversation with…I would say…
Eff YOU
Tomorrow, I will be giving all of my jewelry (because it all has nickel) away at work. Lucky co-workers, who doesn’t love free jewelry?
I am still breaking out when I touch mysterious objects of which I have failed to nail down. I will be on the hunt to figure it out though and I will keep you all updated because I know how riveted you are about my allergies. I am also allergic to grass, trees, nature, shellfish, life, everything…can you catch my sarcasm? I hate this. I love being outside, hiking and now I have to do so medicated.
In other news, I was chosen to talk at Ignite MPLS!!! So excited…I can’t wait. If you don’t know…Ignite is a high-energy evening of 5-minute talks by people who have an idea—and the guts to get onstage and share it with their hometown crowd. Super duper right!
Also, I started my photography business! I am happy to say it’s going splendidly. If you know anyone that needs photos, I am happy to do them.
Giveaways Are Super Duper, Right?
One of my favorite internet things are giveaways. I love supporting both bloggers and the brands that support us! Madewell is giving away $100 on Oh, Hello Friend! This is her reader appreciation week and she is giving away a good lot of things. I am very excited to bring you the other giveaways so you can enter as well! Enjoy!
Update: Check out these awesome giveaways as well!
And if you look hard, you’ll be able to see my little cute ad on her list of readers!
5 Useful Productivity Tools to Organize Your Life
Lists. We love ‘em. Grocery, to-dos, honey-do, they are everywhere. They give us a sense of organization and if we get everything done, a sense of accomplishment. However, in order to be productive, we should have more than lists.
Let’s take a look at some of the best (and free) productivity tools you can use in your club.
Asana
Asana is the modern way to work together with anyone, through a web application that connects everyone with what’s going on, their shared priorities, and who owns each part of the effort. Easily set up projects and tasks to team members at work or the family. That will keep each person accountable.
Buffer App
Buffer offers you a more efficient solution to handling your social media channels. Buffer allows you to schedule tweets, Facebook, and LinkedIn updates- so you aren’t spending too much time online. You can have 3 accounts linked to your buffer for free. And don’t forget to respond to all tweets that come from your newly optimized communication.
Dropbox
Dropbox is a free file sharing service that lets you bring all your photos, docs, and videos anywhere. So any file you save to Dropbox will automatically save to all your computers, phones, and even the Dropbox website. Even if you accidentally spill a latte on your laptop, have no fear! You can relax knowing that Dropbox always has you covered! With Google Drive being available now with 5GB of storage, we’ll see how relevant Dropbox still is in the weeks to come.
Rescue Time
RescueTime is a web-based tracking and management tool that can provide you with powerful business intelligence and help you become more productive. It can show you a wide variety of reports and gives you a dashboard showing:
* The top applications and sites used for a week.
* How email time ebbs and flows throughout the day.
* Which days of the week are your most productive.
* How you compare to the average RescueTime user.
Google is more than just Search. Talk, chat, share, schedule, store, organize, collaborate, discover, and create. Use Google products from Gmail to Google+ to YouTube, view your search history, all with one username and password, all backed up all the time and easy to find at (you guessed it) Google.com. A Google Account lets you access all your stuff — Gmail, photos and more — from any device. Seriously, if you don’t have one yet, go get it. And again, Google Drive is here with 5GB of storage for sharing files!
Not free, but necessary.
Crashplan
If you aren’t currently backing up your computer, start today. Crashplan is an easy-to-use online backup system. They do offer a free service that allows you to backup to your hard drive at home, but (in my opinion) the awesomeness of this product is really in the cloud! And the paid version is only $5 a month, how can you go wrong there? If you spill soda on your computer, you download a deadly virus, or just need a new computer- Crashplan has your back- literally!
What are your favorite productivity tools/tricks?
Pinned: Lusted Home Interiors
Lately I have been lusting over some amazing interior design on Pinterest. Here are some of my favorites!
I don’t know about you but these home DIY’s are on my to-do list!
What have you been pinning lately?
Introducing Amanda Ingle Photography
I remember the first day I picked up my first DSLR from Costco (hey…don’t’ judge, it was a good deal)! I was so excited that the moment I got to school I opened it up, took out the manual and began reading. I was so excited for that day of classes to be over so I could go play with my new toy.
That was 2007.
Fast forward to today. I am in love with taking photos, capturing moments, and the art of it all, and because of that I am moving forward with a new adventure.
Amanda Ingle Photography has been born, y’all!
I have been taking photos for a very long time now. I have done seniors families, and even some cute lil’ babies. But now..
I am taking my photography to a whole new level. Learning and growing with my camera is something that I have wanted to do for a long time now.
I will be starting with families, children and seniors. But who knows, maybe I will give couples, engagements, and weddings a chance down the road.
If you know anyone that needs any photos done, leave a comment below and I will happily contact them! (Hint, Hint- Mother’s Day is approaching)
Go ahead and check out my website, Amanda Ingle Photography!
And like my page on Facebook for updates, giveaways, and specials.
LOFT For Less
LOFT Outfit
- $55 – stripe blouse
- $45 – shorts
- $40 – bracelet
- $25 – bracelet
- $25 – bracelet
Total: $190
Budget Outfit
Total: $75
I love LOFT but my checkbook (hahaha… checkbooks) does not like it much. I usually have to wait until styles go on sale. With this outfit, I didn’t really want to have to wait. But I also don’t have $190 to spend on this cuteness. Check out the budget outfit- it’s cute and a good amount cheaper. The shorts from Old Navy also look amazingly comfortable!
What outfit do you want, but can’t necessarily afford right now?
My New TOMS Have Arrived
Okay, I can’t believe how excited I am. I finally got my new TOMS in the mail and they are FABULOUS! Check ‘em out:
Aren’t they just adorable? I am wearing them today and I must say they are so comfortable. I only wear comfortable shoes so this works out for both TOMS and I.
They are the Burlap Alessandra flats and are worth every penny. I am usually an size 11, but these I ordered a 10 in. They are a little snug but a size bigger would probably be too big.
What recent purchase are you ecstatic about?
You’re Invited: #30daysofdresses
I am so excited to announce that, come this June, I will again be doing #30daysofdresses!
Isn’t that super?
Who’s With ME?
I know what you are thinking… “girl, I don’t have no 30 dresses, you crazy.” Before you go get all cray cray on me. STOP and let me explain.
How Dost This Thing Work?
Starting June 1st, you may only wear dresses or skirts. It’s quite easy once you start to do it, and will give you a nice break from mixing and matching your wardrobe. Throw on a cute dress and some comfy sandals and you are good to go.
But, Wait, How Can I Afford That?
A- You have to already have some dress(es) in your closet, right?
B- There are these amazing stores called Salvation Army, Goodwill and other thrift/consignment stores
C- There are amazing deals at Target, Forever 21, H&M, Francesca’s, and more. SEARCH THE SALE RACKS, YO!
Okay, Fine, I’ll Do It. Now What?
YAYAYAY! I was hoping you would join me. Now, on each day take a pretty little photo of yourself and upload it to the #30daysofdresses facebook group (coming soon) daily! That way we can “oooo” and “ahhh” over how cute you are!
Girl, you cray cray!
I know!
Dresses Above
J Crew cotton a line dress, $228
Jack BB Dakota v back dress, $60
Dorothy Perkins asymmetrical neckline dress, $44
Alexander McQueen belted dress, £2,795
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