What do you do when you're not blogging? What is your job?

Amanda: I work as an Executive Assistant. When I'm not blogging I'm hanging with friends & family, sewing, creating jewelery for my line (A.Co Designs) or working out. I also love to eat so I attempt to be creative in the kitchen.

Who or what has been your greatest fashion influence?

Amanda: Other women.

What is your nerdiest hobby?

Amanda: Crafting (I love being creative).

What is your fantasy splurge?

Amanda: Many, many pairs of Christian Louboutin shoes.

Three things in your closet you cannot live without:

Amanda: Banana Republic LBD, Dynamite white stiff-cotton blazer & a pencil skirt.

3 fun facts about you:

Amanda: I love playing practical jokes on people and scaring them (but hate being scared). I know how to ride a motorcycle. I always carry a pashmina.

How are you able to stay fashionable without spending a lot of $$? What are your tips and where do you shop?

Amanda: Shop often and scout out the sales. Wait for things to be reduced before purchasing and walk away if you don't 'love love love' it. I love having many clothes to choose from but can't afford to do that if everything is brand name. Winners, Dynamite, H&M, F21 & Sirens are great for this.

What are key pieces from your wardrobe that you find yourself wearing over and over?

Amanda: Pencil skirts. Faux leather & denim jackets. Pashminas. Skinny jeans. Wedges. Flowy tops. Wide belts.

If you had a time machine that could take you back in time, what year would you go to and why?

Amanda: I wouldn't. The past is the past for a reason and it shouldn't be messed with. Everything I've experienced, done and gone through has made me the person I am today and without that, I would be nothing.

What words do you live by?

Amanda: Change has a considerable psychological impact on the human mind. To the fearful, it's threatening b/c it means things may get worse. To the hopeful, it's encouraging b/c things may get better. To the confident, it's inspiring b/c the challenge exists to make things better.

On the first day of hot weather, you'll find me:

Amanda: Wearing my favourite sandals and outside with friends (or in an air-conditioned place if it's too hot ;)

Three things that are always in my fridge:

Amanda: Milk. Cheese. Veggies.