A little about me & the blog:

Hey! I'm Amanda- the writer, creator, and editor of this blog! I started Amanda Carmela over a year ago because I wanted a platform to express and share my passion for all things fashion, beauty, home decor, food, and art/culture. I was always so fascinated by blogging and being able to share whatever I thought was important, so after a while of debating it I finally gained the courage to start up my own! I am so happy that I am able to combine two of my favorite passions- writing and fashion. Amanda Carmela is a place where people can read and gain insights on all the beautiful aspects of the world that make us feel really good about ourselves. From style advice to traveling tips, to the best places to eat around Boston to Italian culture- Amanda Carmela is an informative outlet that can be easily read and shared by anyone. 

The spark that started my career in fashion:

I had an interest in fashion at a very young age. I loved everything that had to do with being glamorous and wearing clothing that made you feel amazing. I believe that my mother being involved in the fashion/beauty industry had something to do with my interest in the field. I remember trying on her big fur coats and running around in her apartment wearing her kitten heels (that we're much too big for me) with her leather handbags hooked on my arm- pretending to be roaming the streets of New York on a mission for a great fashion magazine article. I was utterly inspired by the fashion world and it was a dream to become a part of it. 

Current whereabouts:

I was never aware of just how big the fashion industry is. When looking for which colleges to attend in my junior year of high school and trying to figure out what major would best fit me, it occurred to me that I could actually make a career out of fashion. After much evaluation, I decided that attending college in Boston for a fashion merchandising degree was the best option. The thought of it gave me butterflies! I am just about finishing up my first year at Bay State College in Boston, studying fashion merchandising and I couldn't have picked a better major for myself. I absolutely love what I am learning and living in the city gives me a thrill that is completely unexplainable. I currently work at Lou Lou boutiques on Newbury and love my job so much! I am also employed at Charming Charlie but could not be where I am today without my past experience at Lord and Taylor. I am truly dedicated to this blog and am happy to talk to any of my readers!

#WorkHardPlayHard