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Amanda Davis

Amanda is a Commerce Editor and Freelance Lifestyle Writer based in California. Along with Popsugar, she's been published in Scary Mommy, Sierra Magazine, Outspoken, The List Daily, and more.

https://amandataylordavis.com

Latest Posts From Amanda

Instagram Thrifting Is a Thing, and I Found the Best Places to Shop

Jul 27, 2021

Instagram Thrifting Is a Thing, and I Found the Best Places to Shop

Online shopping has skyrocketed over the last year and a half due to obvious reasons (i.e. the pandemic that led to citywide shutdowns).

Meet Sequoyah Johnson, the Black Ceramic Goddess Behind The Coy Collection

May 14, 2021

Meet Sequoyah Johnson, the Black Ceramic Goddess Behind The Coy Collection

Over the last couple of years, small business ceramics have really begun building a following on Instagram and making their mark in the home and kitchen world.

This May Be Shrill's Final Season, but We'll Jam to This Soundtrack For Life

May 13, 2021

This May Be Shrill's Final Season, but We'll Jam to This Soundtrack For Life

When you think of a wine-filled girls' night, there are obviously tunes that you can belt aloud playing in the foreground.

11 Black Influencers Every Home-Decor Enthusiast Should Be Following

Mar 5, 2021

11 Black Influencers Every Home-Decor Enthusiast Should Be Following

If you're anything like me, being at home a lot more than usual this past year has made you rethink a lot of things in your home that you see every day, like the clutter (oh, the clutter), the keepsakes, and the bedspread you've had for years.

15 Gripping Mystery Novels Written by Black Women — Don't Read Them in the Dark!

Feb 25, 2021

15 Gripping Mystery Novels Written by Black Women — Don't Read Them in the Dark!

I love a good murder-mystery novel as much as the next reader, but as an avid fan of the genre, it's a rarity to see myself in any of the main characters.

How I Would've Responded to Chris Harrison During His Extra Interview

Feb 19, 2021

How I Would've Responded to Chris Harrison During His Extra Interview

Bachelor Nation has been in an uproar for the past week after host Chris Harrison's questionable and disappointing remarks during an interview on Extra with former Bachelorette Rachel Lindsay regarding resurfaced photos of season 25 contestant Rachael Kirkconnell.

How Faith Has Slowly Crept Into The Bachelor Over the Years, and Why It Matters

Jan 12, 2021

How Faith Has Slowly Crept Into The Bachelor Over the Years, and Why It Matters

In between the shirtless workout b-roll, the vibrator that seemed to be in every room, and all of the Queen Victoria drama featured during The Bachelor's premiere, there was one thing that all the contestants couldn't stop talking about: the prayer led by season 25 lead Matt James.

It's Time to Tune Back In to Catfish: The TV Show, Simply Because of Kamie Crawford

Nov 21, 2020

It's Time to Tune Back In to Catfish: The TV Show, Simply Because of Kamie Crawford

Kamie Crawford has become an MTV staple thanks to her cohosting gig on Catfish: The TV Show, but in my opinion, she deserves recognition by a wider audience.

I Started Following More Women Who Look Like Me on Instagram, and It's an Act of Self-Care

Oct 25, 2020

I Started Following More Women Who Look Like Me on Instagram, and It's an Act of Self-Care

Whether it happens subconsciously or not, the images we see every day affect how we view ourselves.

I Gave Virtual Concerts a Go, but They Just Make Me Miss Live Music Even More

Oct 7, 2020

I Gave Virtual Concerts a Go, but They Just Make Me Miss Live Music Even More

After years of fussing, I would have never believed that I'd miss the pushy crowds, the long lines for merch, and the awful singing by the group standing next to me.

How I Discuss Allyship in My Interracial Relationship

Aug 31, 2020

How I Discuss Allyship in My Interracial Relationship

I have been with my boyfriend for almost four years now.

Let's Just Take a Beat to Appreciate the Black Girl Magic in the 2020 Emmy Nominations

Aug 5, 2020

Let's Just Take a Beat to Appreciate the Black Girl Magic in the 2020 Emmy Nominations

Growing up, I didn't watch the Emmys every year.