Currently Watching

January 9, 2015 Amanda Hollingsworth

This week, I've suddenly found myself with what seems like an endless list of shows to catch up on. My recently neglected DVR has now gone into overdrive to capture all of the TV goodness, from the guiltiest of pleasures to the tearjerkers to the shows that make you go "hmmm." To top it all off, I may have added a new show into the mix which I definitely did not need to do. Here's a recap of what I'm currently watching when I'm not doing that thing called work (and don't worry, spoilers are not included).

Revenge

This show has taken a huge 180 since the first season, and everything is really starting to come full circle. Maybe that makes it a 360? Regardless, Emily Thorne is a bad ass chick out to seek major vengeance against those who have done her and her father wrong. She's a socialite with a wardrobe that would make Carrie Bradshaw gasp and I absolutely love her style. If you're looking for something new to binge on Netflix, I highly recommend this one since it's a good mix of action and drama, with a love triangle to tie it all together.

New Girl

By now, you must know that my obsession with Zooey Deschanel and her fabulous bangs is very real, so I will take full advantage of any chance I get to watch her. Her character's quirky one liners, along with those of pretty much all the roommates, make me laugh out loud even in a room by myself. She's also got a wardrobe I would kill to have, though it is completely different than that of Emily. If you are in need of some cheering up or just a good laugh, this show will do the trick.

Parenthood

I am so sad that I only have four episodes of this left until it's gone forever, and I am equally as glad that I decided to binge-watch this show to catch up to the current season. If you need a good cry or just want to get in touch with your emotions, Parenthood will definitely do that for you. It's not all sap though. There are just as many comedic moments that will lift your spirits. Such an emotional roller coaster, but so worth the ride.

Pretty Little Liars

Oh hey, this is another product of my binging abilities. Four seasons over a couple months span? That's a new record folks. I have to say, I'm ready to find out who A is already, as I'm sure we all are. But yet, I keep watching religiously. This show has a lot of suspense, even for ABC Family, and I'm certainly not ashamed to admit that I sometimes feel uneasy in my apartment when I turn out the lights to go to bed after watching.

The Bachelor

I have never ever ever watched a season of The Bachelor. Ever. But Monday evening, I turned on the TV and started cooking dinner. The TV just so happened to be on this channel already, and due to my impeccable timing this show just so happened to be coming on. I thought to myself, what the hell, and soon enough I was sucked in faster than I could blink an eye. It doesn't hurt that I get to look at farmer Chris for two hours, albeit around all that big hair and crazy. I have a feeling this will be my new guilty pleasure.

What are some of your favorite shows right now?

xoxo,

Amanda

Peplum & Polka Dots

January 7, 2015 Amanda Hollingsworth

It's been a hot minute since I did an outfit post, so when I found this look

stored away on my computer

hidden in my bag of tricks, I was pumped. This was partly due to the fact that I forgot I even owned this shirt, and also because I have had no time to even think about stylish outfits. Seriously, I wore yoga pants to work this weekend. And tennis shoes. That

never

happens. You can bet your bottom dollar there will be a champagne celebration come January 15th, if I still have my sanity. Anyway, I love tops like this one that combine two things you wouldn't normally see, a fashion juxtaposition if you will. In this case, it's the peplum detail on a more casual, sweatshirt-esque top. I say "esque" because it's more of a waffle-weave material than cotton, but still comfy as can be. Throw on a pair of skinnies and booties and you're pretty much golden. Or if you're like me, you can take it up a notch with a statement necklace to really set things apart.

Top || Macy's (old) ||

Similar here

Jeans ||

Loft

Necklace ||

Francesca's Collections

Bag ||

Rebecca Minkoff

Booties ||

DSW

Photos by

Chelcey Tate

xoxo,

Amanda

No-Buy Month ... Round Two

January 5, 2015 Amanda Hollingsworth

Now that the holidays are over and things are (not willingly) getting back to normal, I wanted to start this year off with a clean slate. I spent my New Year's Day doing a little lounging and a whole lot of cleaning. I pulled a lot of pieces from my closet to get rid of and make room for the new goodies from Christmas, and it felt so good to avoid the cluttered mess I'm usually left with this time of year. Because the next couple of weeks are going to be incredibly busy for me at work, this was really my only free day to get this done and kick off the month right. I'm not going to lie, I totally still have my Christmas decorations up, though, and they're going to stay that way until at least the middle of the month. This is the only time I allow myself to be a couch potato in the evenings, and you would too if you were working these hours.

Last year, before I had started the blog, I did a no-buy month for January. Let's face it, who really

needs

to go shopping for more stuff right after you receive a bunch of gifts? Plus, the crazy work hours make it easy for me to avoid the mall, although I have been bitten by the online shopping bug recently so that might make for a bit of a challenge this go around. I also don't want to blow through any gift cards or money I may have received as gifts, even though the stores don't make it easy. Since when did everyone do a semi-annual sale in January? Ugh! I really want to save more and spend less this year, so what better way than completely cutting myself off? Am I right, or am I right? I'm talking everything from beauty products to clothes, but not the necessities of course. We can't get carried away now.

So that brings me here, to the decision to embark on another no-buy month for January. Instead of worrying about shopping and scoring the latest deal, I am excited to focus more on meaningful content for the blog, spend more time with friends and family and even start back on an exercise routine! Hooray for the gym at my apartments finally being completed! I've also got a few new ideas up my sleeve, but you'll just have to wait for those ;)

Here's to a month of saving! Are you planning on trying a no-buy month to kick off 2015?

PS - A trip to the salon is definitely in my near future. Can you say roots for days? Not pretty. I'm thinking about changing things up a bit when it comes to my hair color, but then again maybe I just like the

idea

of change. I guess we will have to wait to and see how I feel on the day when I walk through the salon doors.

xoxo,

Amanda

A New Leaf

January 2, 2015 Amanda Hollingsworth

Happy New Year! Wasn't it just yesterday ... err make that 15 years ago - say what?! ... that we were wondering what would happen when the clock struck midnight and it rolled over to 2000? And now here we are in the year 2015. Way to make a girl feel old.

Last year had a lot of ups and downs for me, but I also learned a lot about myself. Starting this blog has been one of the best decisions I've made, and with that I am so excited for a clean slate and new year to grow this little space even more. I made a list of goals (not resolutions) for the year and just getting them on paper has been motivating. Whether it's personal, professional, or things for Time and Turquoise, I am determined to make the most of 2015.

With that, I am going to resume my binge-watching session of 80s and 90s movies on Netflix because the next couple of weeks are going to be crazy, but such is the life of an accountant in January ;) Here's to a new year and turning a new leaf!

xoxo,

Amanda