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Mercedes Constantine

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Sales, Trending, Wearing · November 27, 2022

5 items fashion bloggers are buying this sale season

I’ve been consulting a few of the fashion bloggers I follow to find out what they were shopping for this sale season, and I’m sharing what was in my Black Friday shopping cart! These items are on trend, but still…

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Sales, Trending, Wearing · November 22, 2022

The best discount luxury Black Friday deals for 2022

Sales are always the best time to pick up high quality pieces from luxury brands. So I’m kicking off Black Friday week early with some curated luxury finds! Act quick on these, because there are only a few pieces of…

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Sales, Trending, Wearing · November 18, 2022

Shop the best Black Friday sales now with these discount codes

Black Friday used to be just an American tradition, but in the past decade it’s expanded to a week long, globally celebrated event. I’ve rounded up the best Black Friday sales happening this year – and I’ve already scoured the…

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Lifestyle · January 30, 2022

What I love this season: winter 2022 edition

With the new year frenzy at work, cooking at home, and staying active over the holidays, I haven’t had as much time for blogging. So I decided to switch my monthly trend post to a seasonal post! This still gives…

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Beauty · January 21, 2022

How to keep your skin healthy in the winter

As an expat from California, the weather in Amsterdam was a shock when I moved here. The temperatures aren’t terrible, but the intense icy winds can wreak havoc on your skin. But over the past two years in Amsterdam I’ve…

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Holiday, Trending · December 16, 2021

2021 holiday gift guide | thoughful gifts for her

I may have cheated on this one a little… because this guide basically reads like my own Christmas list. 🙂 If you’re looking for what to buy your mom, sister, or significant other, look no further than this gift guide…

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Wearing · November 24, 2021

5 essentials for a French fall & winter wardrobe

#frenchgirlstyle, #theparisianchique, #lestyleàlafrançaise… Instagram has become a sea of French inspired hashtags, and it’s for good reason. Every season I find myself looking to French brands & fashion bloggers for inspiration, and this fall was no exception. Parisians have a…

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Lifestyle · November 4, 2021

What I loved this month: October 2021 edition

I can’t believe I’m already writing my monthly post. October felt like it came & went, but in a good way – it’s one of my favorite months of the year. I watched the leaves change in Amsterdam, and we…

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Trending, Wearing · October 13, 2021

5 tips for how to style loungewear this fall

Fall is one of my favorite times of year. I love the cooler temperatures, the changing leaves, and the fact that there is an entire holiday in the US dedicated to eating carbs. All of those things mean that it’s…

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Lifestyle · October 1, 2021

What I loved this month: September 2021 edition

For as slow as August was, September has felt like a whirlwind. Work has picked up, the weather has cooled down, and life seems to be flying by. It’s officially fall – and I finally feel ready for it. Fall…

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Beauty, Lifestyle, Wearing · August 31, 2021

What I loved this month: August 2021 edition

Last year, I noticed how my desire to accomplish things can prevent me from living in the moment. My goal for for 2021 was to be more present, so one of the reasons I love writing these monthly posts is the…

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Trending, Wearing · July 25, 2021

The best Cult Gaia dupes under $100

Cult Gaia is a high-end, trend-setting brand that is immediately recognizable. You might see celebrities wearing a Cult Gaia dress at a beach club in Mykonos, or at a yacht party in Nice. Despite using neutral color palettes, their pieces…

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Expecting a little gift this December 🥰 Expecting a little gift this December 🥰
I will eventually get around to writing a guide on I will eventually get around to writing a guide on how to plan a bachelorette in Paris… but until then, just reminiscing ✨ 

Cheers to the beautiful bride @kelseyybarnes - I can’t wait to stand by your side in October!
SAVE this post for the best après ski spot in St. SAVE this post for the best après ski spot in St. Anton!

That’s officially a wrap on my first ski weekend - the skiing was not so successful but the après certainly was 😏🍹 

Make sure to try their signature shot, the Hot Widow (Heisse Witwe): plum liqueur with whipped cream and cinnamon!

📍 @mooserwirt_official
As of today, we are officially homeowners!! I nev As of today, we are officially homeowners!!

I never would have guessed that I would purchase my first home in Europe, but life is full of surprises. 🥰 From buying the house just a few weeks ago, to moving in tomorrow – it’s been quite a whirlwind!

And one of the best parts is embarking on the adventure of decorating… Leave me a comment below if you want to see more home content! ↓
MOROCCO 🇲🇦 My good friend @whatdanawore lo MOROCCO 🇲🇦 

My good friend @whatdanawore loves to travel as much as I do, and she recently spent 5 magical days in Morocco. 

When she shared the stories of her trip with me, I was immediately sold! Not only did I add Morocco to my list of must-travel places, but I knew it would make a great travel guide. 

So today on the blog I’m sharing my first guest post, written by Dana! Find it linked it my bio ↓
@mercedesconstantine 

xx
Dana & Mercedes

📍 @dardadacasablanca 
📸 @whatdanawore
Emu - but make it chic 🦢 SAVE this post for t Emu - but make it chic 🦢 

SAVE this post for the perfect trendy restaurant in Amsterdam for girls night. 

And yes, we love a theme ✨ 

Dress: @cultgaia 

📍 @kaiaamsterdam
The look I have eyeing all the Black Friday sales The look I have eyeing all the Black Friday sales this week 🖤 

In case you missed it, I’ve been posting curated picks from all the best Black Friday sales on my stories and on my blog. 

One of the items on sale is this leather jacket - I’ve had it for years and it RARELY goes on sale. You can pick it up now for 30% off!

Find the link for this jacket + all of my other favorites from @allsaints, @mango, @nastygal and more linked in my bio ↓
@mercedesconstantine 

And swipe to see some of the places I’ve worn it:
• Amsterdam
• Porto
• Florence
• Vienna
• Tokyo
• San Diego
• Ireland
• Prague

#blackfriday #blackfridaysale  #ltkeurope #ltksalealert
33. Cheers to a lucky year ✨ 📸 @jconstantin 33. Cheers to a lucky year ✨ 

📸 @jconstantine88 
📍 The Silent City, Malta
Fall fit 🍁 all items linked in my bio ↓ @merc Fall fit 🍁 all items linked in my bio ↓
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I’ve got my eyes on you. 🐍 #halloween #hal I’ve got my eyes on you.

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#halloween #halloweenmakeup #halloweencostume #medusa
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