Claiming Elegance and Life in the Footsteps of Elegant Icons Introduction: Embark on a journey through France and discover elegance, grace, and personal empowerment by following in the footsteps of five of the most influential fashion icons. From the…
Audrey Hepburn: Grace under Pressure
Audrey Hepburn: Grace Under Pressure: Audrey Hepburn is known for her elegance, but her life had many challenges. She survived World War II and personal tragedies. Despite the struggles, she maintained her poise and grace. How to Claim Life: Think…
From Verona to Ro-meo
Claiming Life in Verona: Where Love Stories Begin What if… you began your journey in Verona, the city of love, and stood beneath Juliet’s balcony, feeling the timeless whispers of lovers past. You wander through the romantic streets of Piazza…
Claiming Life with Elegance and Grace
Lessons from Grace Kelly We encounter various paths in life—resilience, reinvention, love, or self-discovery. But at the heart of claiming life, two qualities stand out: elegance and grace. These qualities aren’t just external expressions; they define how we approach challenges,…
A feminine tour of Paris
Visit Paris and claim elegance and life: A feminine journey through the City of Light. Embark on a Different Type of Sightseeing Begin by embracing femininity in Paris. Walk in the footsteps of Coco Chanel, a symbol of timeless elegance…
The legacy of Coco Chanel
“My life didn’t please me, so I created my life.” – Coco Chanel. -Coco Chanel was born into poverty and faced loss early in life. Raised in an orphanage after her mother’s death and abandoned by her father, she faced…
Travel to Tantalizing Italy and immerse your five senses
Tantalizing Italy: Embark on an unforgettable journey through Italy, a land where every corner brims with history, culture, and breathtaking beauty. In this particular installment of “Travels with Amanda,” we’ll explore how Italy comes alive through the five senses, offering…
Embracing my creative self
People often assume that if you’re writing blogs or diving into any form of creativity, you’re recovering from some mental health crisis. It’s as if being a writer or blogger, in my case, is synonymous with overcoming deep-seated issues. But…
“Have no fear of perfection for we will never reach it”~ Salvador Dali
Have No Fear of Perfection, for We Will Never Reach It In our pursuit of claiming life, we often grapple with the concept of perfection. Salvador Dali’s words, “Have no fear of perfection, for we will never reach it,” remind…
Learning from Jeanne Calment , tips for longevity
Tips for Longevity Jeanne Calment holds the record for the longest confirmed human lifespan, reaching 122 years. Born in Arles, France, in 1875, she lived through remarkable historical events, including both World Wars and the advent of modern technology. Notably,…
Lessons learnt from simplicity
Learning from Simplicity: A Simple Cup of Tea: Years ago, when I was just a child, I will never forget my beautiful aunt and how she made a simple cup of tea feel like a royal affair. She would bring…
Longevity and Strength: The Inspiring Journey of Maya Angelou (1928-2014)
Introduction: Celebrated poet and author Maya Angelou became a single mother at a young age. Her autobiographical work, including “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings,” explores her life experiences, including the struggles and triumphs of being a single…