Do you have a library card? 🪪 Ya girl is the self Do you have a library card? 🪪

Ya girl is the self-proclaimed biggest fan of the library to ever walk the earth 🌍 Okay, that could be an exaggeration, but most of the time it doesn’t feel like one. I cried with happiness over my first library card as a kid, and I won’t purchase a book until I’ve borrowed it from the library and loved it enough to own it. I have 5 library cards, swear by Libby and Hoopla for all of my audiobooks and ebooks, and at this point, I feel like an Arthur tattoo might be necessary (IYKYK) 😂

But I digress... February is National Library Lovers’ Month, and I think you should get a library card (or 5) and celebrate not only the perk of FREE BOOKS but also the countless ways public libraries are integral to our lives and communities! 🙌🏼

What was the last library book you checked out? 📖

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Since then, I have recommended it to countless people, and have felt intense amounts of joy as I’ve seen those people recommend it to others, buy copies for friends, suggest it for their book clubs, and come back to me to tell me how it changed their life just like it changed mine 🥰

Which book would you say changed your life for the better? 🤎

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Is there a book character’s “career” that you know you would love to have? 💭

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I have cried while reading every single one of Amber’s books... and that’s only a small part of what keeps me coming back for more 🤎

I’m struggling with even knowing how to put in words what her books mean to me, because even thinking about it is making me tear up 🥹 So instead of trying to craft the perfect thing to say, I’m just going to urge you to read everything she’s written. You can thank me later 🙏🏼

What was the last book that made you cry? 📖

—

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I absolutely love when a book has animals in it—whether that’s someone’s pet, familiar, or when the animal is the main character 😻

I’m always absurdly happy when there’s a cat, and if they have a creative name it’s even better. I think the stand-out for me was a cat named The Darkling in Accidentally Amy. I’ll never forget it! 😂

Do you have a furbaby companion? Tell me all about them! 🐾

—

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Do you tend to enjoy book-to-screen adaptations? 🤔 Do you tend to enjoy book-to-screen adaptations? 🤔

I’m always torn between excitement over seeing my favorite stories come to life and anxiety about what they might change and how it could disappoint me 😅

I fell head over heels in love with the adaptation of People We Meet on Vacation 🤎 For those who don’t know, this is not only my favorite EmHen, but it’s my all-time favorite romance book. I was lucky enough to read an ARC of it in 2021 and have inhaled every format of it multiple times since 🥰

I was nervous about the movie, but loved how they stayed true to the *vibe* of PWMOV 🏖️ Even with the changes they did make, Alex and Poppy were precisely as I had always imagined them, and I adored watching every second of their friends to lovers romance 🎥

This is a negativity-free zone! If you loved the PWMOV movie as much as I did, tell me your favorite part of the film! 🍿

—

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Do you want to open a bookstore? Write a novel? Become an editor? Get a bookish tattoo? Host an author panel? 

This is a place to put your hopes and dreams out there in the universe. You never know what might happen! 😉

As for me? I want to own a book bus that eventually becomes a brick and mortar bookshop with a café and apothecary. I want it to be the kind of comforting and safe atmosphere that allows people to feel like they can just *breathe* for a little while whenever they visit. That’s my dream ☕️

So, if this dream becomes reality, where should I take my book bus first? 📍

—

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The whole time I was away from this space, I kept having these moments of, “gosh, I wish I was active on booksta right now, if only to rave about the book that I’m currently reading!” 🙈

WHILE THE DARK REMAINS was definitely one of those books 🙌🏼 This story left me utterly speechless in the best way. I can’t wait to read the upcoming sequel. 

Do you have any sequels that you’re anticipating in 2026? 📚

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Fashion · September 14, 2018

35 White Sweaters That Break The Labor Day “Rule”

Fashion “rules” are meant to be broken. Can I get an amen? So that’s why I’m wearing white after Labor Day – and all through fall and winter.

Gosh, hasn’t anyone heard of “winter whites?” I mean, they’re classic! White sweaters are the epitome of sophisticated, and they look especially beautiful when the skies get all gray and the cool weather rolls in. I started picking out a couple of white sweaters and cardigans before we even left 90°+ temperatures. I can’t help myself – they’re too darn beautiful!

Of course, immediately after purchasing the one I’m wearing in these photos, it went out of stock. I put myself on the wait list for when it restocked, and postponed this article for several weeks, hoping it would return. Alas, it doesn’t look like it will be back any time soon, which breaks my heart. However, I took this as a sign to search for all the other wonderful white sweaters out there that you need to know about. I’ve rounded them up and if you keep on scrolling, you’ll find them ready-to-shop (with prices included)!


Outfit Details
similar top | pants | shoes | earrings | similar necklace | similar bag

Who says white sweaters call for skinny jeans and booties, scarves and layers?

I think they’re just as spectacular with boyfriend jeans, espadrilles, and a cup of coffee to accessorize! 😉 However, the options listed below can be styled numerous ways, so take your pick and go to town!

35 white sweaters to wear now and wear later!

Who wants to join me in breaking this silly antiquated “rule?”

In: Fashion · Tagged: affordable style, autumn fashion, autumn style, casual style, fall fashion, fall fashion 2018, fall style, white after labor day, white for fall, white sweater

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Danielle
7 years ago

I am all for white after labor day! Fall and winter is actually my favorite time of year to wear it. This cropped piece is so cute!

xx, Danielle

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Danielle
7 years ago

I am all for white after labor day! Fall and winter is actually my favorite time of year to wear it. This cropped piece is so cute!

xx, Danielle

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Cathy
7 years ago

I’m loving white after Labor Day! Your shoes are fabulous! The design is crazy good!!

XOXO
Cathy

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Katey
7 years ago

I absolutely love that white is a color to wear year-round!! From sweaters to handbags to booties – I love it all!! Great post.

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Rach
7 years ago

Winter whites are for sure classic! I love wearing white all year round! And girl, this outfit and especially your white sweater is so cute! It’s so casual chic!

http://www.rdsobsessions.com

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Jordyn
7 years ago

I’m all about ivory, cream and white for fall. I think wearing white after Labor Day is all about HOW you wear it (ie. Sweaters versus sundresses).

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Summer
7 years ago

Oh, I’d wear this sweater every day haha looks cute and cozy but not too stuffy! I wear white all year round 😉

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Kileen
7 years ago

Yes to white after labor day!! These sweaters are all so cute, and totally chic!

Kileen
cute & little

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Lily
7 years ago

All such good picks! I am also in LOVE with your cute shoes.

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Stephani
7 years ago

I am loving all the white sweaters! I never follow the rule! I love white for fall and winter!

Xo, Steph

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Kileen
7 years ago

Yes to white after labor day!! These sweaters are all so cute, and totally chic!

Kileen
cute & little

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Chelsea
7 years ago

YES YES YES girl!!! How did you know that I’m currently obsessing over all things white?!! I just bought 2 white sweaters and an ivory cardi the other day!

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Ashley Welborn
7 years ago

I love breaking the white after Labor Day rule! Especially when it’s a cute white sweater! Love this sweater on you!

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Patricia @ Grab a Plate
7 years ago

what a great look (and backdrop)! I love the jeans, and how cute are those shoes!

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Nicole
7 years ago

I’m all about that white after Labor Day 🙌🏻 I have quite a few “winter” white sweaters and cardigans!! Great post babe!!

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Laura || Walking in Memphis in High Heels
7 years ago

I love white after labor day, I feel like there’s no better rule to break ;). I love white cardigans.

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adriana
7 years ago

Love your picks! I still wear white after Labor Day too – it’s become my favorite neutral!

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Kelsey
7 years ago

White/cream sweaters are my go-to during fall!! I can’t wait for the temperatures to cool down enough to wear them!

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Helen
7 years ago

These sweaters are SO cute! I always wear white sweaters after labor day. I love the one you are wearing.

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Megan
7 years ago

A white sweater in the winter is one of my favorite things! So classic and chic!

Megan | http://www.pipmegan.com

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Helen
7 years ago

These sweaters are SO cute! I always wear white sweaters after labor day. I love the one you are wearing.

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Taylor Mobley
7 years ago

Your shoes are amazing. I NEED THEM!

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Megan
7 years ago

A white sweater in the winter is one of my favorite things! So classic and chic!

Megan | http://www.pipmegan.com

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Lauryn Hock
7 years ago

I would wear a white sweater anytime! Also your jeans are so cute!

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Lavenda Memory
7 years ago

You’re always killing it you rule breaker! Love this post!

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jasmine elias
7 years ago

i am allll about breaking the no white after labor day rule!! love these sweaters!! such great finds!

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jasmine elias
7 years ago

i am allll about breaking the no white after labor day rule!! love these sweaters!! such great finds!

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Lindsay
7 years ago

I’m all about white after Labor Day. You look so cute in this cropped sweater!

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Tillie Adelson
7 years ago

I can’t stand the no white after Labor Day rule! I have a feeling most people don’t like it!

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Kathryn
7 years ago

Ok, those jeans are EVERYTHING!!! So cute!

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Chelsea
6 years ago

YES YES YES girl!!! How did you know that I’m currently obsessing over all things white?!! I just bought 2 white sweaters and an ivory cardi the other day!

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Cathy
6 years ago

I’m loving white after Labor Day! Your shoes are fabulous! The design is crazy good!!

XOXO
Cathy

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Lauryn Hock
6 years ago

I would wear a white sweater anytime! Also your jeans are so cute!

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Stephani
6 years ago

I am loving all the white sweaters! I never follow the rule! I love white for fall and winter!

Xo, Steph

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Jordyn
6 years ago

I’m all about ivory, cream and white for fall. I think wearing white after Labor Day is all about HOW you wear it (ie. Sweaters versus sundresses).

Reply
Katey
6 years ago

I absolutely love that white is a color to wear year-round!! From sweaters to handbags to booties – I love it all!! Great post.

Reply
Lavenda Memory
6 years ago

You’re always killing it you rule breaker! Love this post!

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Rach
6 years ago

Winter whites are for sure classic! I love wearing white all year round! And girl, this outfit and especially your white sweater is so cute! It’s so casual chic!

http://www.rdsobsessions.com

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Patricia @ Grab a Plate
6 years ago

what a great look (and backdrop)! I love the jeans, and how cute are those shoes!

Reply
adriana
6 years ago

Love your picks! I still wear white after Labor Day too – it’s become my favorite neutral!

Reply
Nicole
6 years ago

I’m all about that white after Labor Day 🙌🏻 I have quite a few “winter” white sweaters and cardigans!! Great post babe!!

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Laura || Walking in Memphis in
6 years ago

I love white after labor day, I feel like there’s no better rule to break ;). I love white cardigans.

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Kelsey
6 years ago

White/cream sweaters are my go-to during fall!! I can’t wait for the temperatures to cool down enough to wear them!

Reply
Lily
6 years ago

All such good picks! I am also in LOVE with your cute shoes.

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Summer
6 years ago

Oh, I’d wear this sweater every day haha looks cute and cozy but not too stuffy! I wear white all year round 😉

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Taylor Mobley
6 years ago

Your shoes are amazing. I NEED THEM!

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Ashley Welborn
6 years ago

I love breaking the white after Labor Day rule! Especially when it’s a cute white sweater! Love this sweater on you!

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Lindsay
6 years ago

I’m all about white after Labor Day. You look so cute in this cropped sweater!

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But I digress... February is National Library Lovers’ Month, and I think you should get a library card (or 5) and celebrate not only the perk of FREE BOOKS but also the countless ways public libraries are integral to our lives and communities! 🙌🏼

What was the last library book you checked out? 📖

—

#nationallibraryloversmonth #libraryloversmonth #bookcommunity #bookphotography #readersofinstagram support your public library, library lovers, bookish vibes, cozy aesthetic, book nerd
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Since then, I have recommended it to countless people, and have felt intense amounts of joy as I’ve seen those people recommend it to others, buy copies for friends, suggest it for their book clubs, and come back to me to tell me how it changed their life just like it changed mine 🥰

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Is there a book character’s “career” that you know you would love to have? 💭

—

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I have cried while reading every single one of Amber’s books... and that’s only a small part of what keeps me coming back for more 🤎

I’m struggling with even knowing how to put in words what her books mean to me, because even thinking about it is making me tear up 🥹 So instead of trying to craft the perfect thing to say, I’m just going to urge you to read everything she’s written. You can thank me later 🙏🏼

What was the last book that made you cry? 📖

—

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I’m always absurdly happy when there’s a cat, and if they have a creative name it’s even better. I think the stand-out for me was a cat named The Darkling in Accidentally Amy. I’ll never forget it! 😂

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I’m always torn between excitement over seeing my favorite stories come to life and anxiety about what they might change and how it could disappoint me 😅

I fell head over heels in love with the adaptation of People We Meet on Vacation 🤎 For those who don’t know, this is not only my favorite EmHen, but it’s my all-time favorite romance book. I was lucky enough to read an ARC of it in 2021 and have inhaled every format of it multiple times since 🥰

I was nervous about the movie, but loved how they stayed true to the *vibe* of PWMOV 🏖️ Even with the changes they did make, Alex and Poppy were precisely as I had always imagined them, and I adored watching every second of their friends to lovers romance 🎥

This is a negativity-free zone! If you loved the PWMOV movie as much as I did, tell me your favorite part of the film! 🍿

—

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Do you want to open a bookstore? Write a novel? Become an editor? Get a bookish tattoo? Host an author panel? 

This is a place to put your hopes and dreams out there in the universe. You never know what might happen! 😉

As for me? I want to own a book bus that eventually becomes a brick and mortar bookshop with a café and apothecary. I want it to be the kind of comforting and safe atmosphere that allows people to feel like they can just *breathe* for a little while whenever they visit. That’s my dream ☕️

So, if this dream becomes reality, where should I take my book bus first? 📍

—

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The whole time I was away from this space, I kept having these moments of, “gosh, I wish I was active on booksta right now, if only to rave about the book that I’m currently reading!” 🙈

WHILE THE DARK REMAINS was definitely one of those books 🙌🏼 This story left me utterly speechless in the best way. I can’t wait to read the upcoming sequel. 

Do you have any sequels that you’re anticipating in 2026? 📚

—

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