LEO & MAUDE | a Lifestyle Blog by Amanda Auker

My Monthly Favorites and Finds for January 2025

Amanda Auker January 31, 2025 2 Comments

January dragged on and on, leaving plenty of time to find a few new essentials and fall in love again with monthly favorites of the past.

Pregnancy

Reflecting on 2024: A Transformative Year of Growth and Gratitude

WHO WANTS TO FIT IN A BOX, ANYWAY?

ENCOURAGING and EMPOWERING WOMEN to be their REAL, RAW, RIDICULOUS SELVES.

LEO & MAUDE is a blog written from the heart and head of one women on a mission to sprinkle beauty, love and laughter in every aspect of life possible. Amanda created this community for women to be accepted as their real, raw, ridiculous selves. She is here to show you that life is meant to be lived outside the box.

8 Ways to Fall in Love With Yourself This Valentine’s Day

Amanda Auker February 13, 2024 No Comments

If you are looking for a way to fall in love with yourself this Valentine's Day, I have eight for you. You deserve your own ...

Penny Thoughts: Are we ever really grown up?

Amanda Auker November 8, 2023 No Comments

Life passes a moment at a time, forcing us to be "grown up" versions of our little selves. But can we still hold onto our ...

Wait, what?! You went to Alaska for your honeymoon?

Amanda Auker October 7, 2023 2 Comments

Most people think I am crazy when I tell them I went to Alaska for my honeymoon, but I am here to tell you why ...

Wedding Planning Tips Every Bride Should Read

Amanda Auker April 9, 2024 No Comments

You just got engaged, and now it's time to start wedding planning. After creating the wedding of my dreams, I'm sharing my advice.

Featured Favorites

From the latest fashion trends to must-have home essentials, explore this curated list of items that embody the essence of excellence. Amanda owns and adores each product, earning them all the LEO & MAUDE stamp of approval. Dive in to discover your newest obsession.

L'OCCITANE

SHOWER OIL

Monthly Favorites - November 2024 - 202411-mf-aa-2

AMAZON

HAIR BOW SET

December 2024 Monthly Favorites - liquid blush

SAIE

DEW BLUSH

LOOPTYHOOPS

14K GOLD HOOPS

October Monthly Favorites - combat boots

DR. MARTENS

PLATFORM BOOTS

NODPOD

WEIGHTED EYE MASK

HATCH

SUNRISE ALARM CLOCK

May 2024 Monthly Favorites - black plaid blanket

CREATIVE CO-OP

PLAID WOVEN THROW

December 2024 Monthly Favorites - beanie

CARHARTT

KNIT CUFFED BEANIE

WATERFORD

CRYSTAL VASE

Lesson No. 6: Crystalyn Hackett

In Lesson No. 6 of our Boss Lady Lessons series, we interview a radiant "mistress of spice" who wears many hats.

Lesson No. 5: Terri Bradway

In Lesson No. 5 of our Boss Lady Lessons series, we interview a brilliant life coach who leaves an indelible mark on the realms she ...

Lesson No. 4: Carlyn Graves

In Lesson No. 4 of our Boss Lady Lessons series, we interview an incredible esthetician who makes women glow, inside and out!

Lesson No. 3: Nani Almanza

In Lesson No. 3 of our Boss Lady Lessons series, we interview a beautiful spirit who brings all the bright yellow energy into our lives.

BOOK CLUB

Read Along With Amanda

Looking to broaden your literary horizons? Browse through my monthly Book Club picks and let’s connect through a mutual love for reading…one page at a time!