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This one has been an easy answer for me since 2020, when I read THE MIDNIGHT LIBRARY. It completely changed my life.

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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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 🙏🏼

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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 😅

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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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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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Fashion · January 14, 2019

Warm Colors for Winter

Don’t pack up your warm-colored clothing!

Just because winter is in full swing doesn’t mean you have to conform to a life filled with black and gray as your only color options. I, for one, prefer warm-colored clothing because it makes me much happier! It literally boosts my mood to wear red, yellow, and brown – so I wanted to share how I style those tones for these drearier months.


Outfit Details
cardigan c/o Chicwish | similar top | jeans | similar booties | similar bag | earrings c/o Sugarfix

First and foremost, it’s about choosing the right items to style.

When I mention that I enjoy wearing warmer-toned clothing, I also want to clarify that I wear warm clothing (in general). Chunky cardigans, booties, trench coats, oversized sweaters, etc. – these are just a few of the items I gravitate towards for the winter months. When I saw this caramel-colored cardigan from Chicwish, I knew I had to get it immediately. It matches my favorite pair of cognac booties, and it’s the perfect way to dress up a “jeans and tee” kind of outfit.

Let me just note that it was insanely windy and close to 30° the day that these photos were taken, but I was actually quite warm in this outfit. This cardigan provided an excellent amount of heat – almost as if I was wearing a cute blanket as a coat! 😉 Brown is actually proven to evoke feelings of warmth and security – so maybe that is why I felt so comfortable, even in the cold. So, grab the clothing you may have considered only appropriate for autumn, and boost your mood right now!


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Liz
7 years ago

That color is amazing on you! I prefer cooler tones on myself because of my skin tone BUT I love the look of warmer tones better on other people lol!

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Katelyn
7 years ago

You look amazing (!!). I Love the idea of wearing warm tones in the winter. Personally, what I wear totally affects how I feel—you look good, you feel good—type of thing. These types of colors make me feel calm and happy.

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Rebecca Piersol
7 years ago

This sweater looks so so so cozy!!!!!

xx rebecca

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Donna
7 years ago

I love warm tones too. That sweater is so much fun!

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Samantha Sock
7 years ago

Love that sweater! I love the idea of incorporating fall colors into winter! I love fall so much, so I try to hold on to it as long as I can!

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Becky @ Disney inyour Day
7 years ago

I love warm colors, so I am keeping them around! Orange is actually my favorite color.

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Laura
7 years ago

I love the sleeve detail on your cardigan!! Such a cute outfit and definitely seasonal appropriate!

xo, Laura

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Laura Allen
7 years ago

Girl, I wear warm colored clothing year round, I have absolutely no shame! I am obsessed with the color of your cardigan too, it looks so so good with your skin! Definitely going to rock these shades all year round! xoxo

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Mary Lee
7 years ago

Love this whole entire post! I love anything brown from russet red to terracota to fawn! I love all earthy tones xo
This post captured all of it!

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Liz
7 years ago

That color is amazing on you! I prefer cooler tones on myself because of my skin tone BUT I love the look of warmer tones better on other people lol!

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Lyddiegal
7 years ago

I’m always guilty of defaulting to my blacks and greys during the winter months, but it can be fun to keep color in the mix, and I love your fun cardigan!
Chic on the Cheap

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Katelyn
7 years ago

You look amazing (!!). I Love the idea of wearing warm tones in the winter. Personally, what I wear totally affects how I feel—you look good, you feel good—type of thing. These types of colors make me feel calm and happy.

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Rebecca Piersol
7 years ago

This sweater looks so so so cozy!!!!!

xx rebecca

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Samantha Sock
7 years ago

Love that sweater! I love the idea of incorporating fall colors into winter! I love fall so much, so I try to hold on to it as long as I can!

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Denise
7 years ago

Loving the cardigan color with you hair color!

Denise | http://theelleaesthetic.com

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Becky @ Disney inyour Day
7 years ago

I love warm colors, so I am keeping them around! Orange is actually my favorite color.

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Laura
7 years ago

I love the sleeve detail on your cardigan!! Such a cute outfit and definitely seasonal appropriate!

xo, Laura

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Laura Allen
7 years ago

Girl, I wear warm colored clothing year round, I have absolutely no shame! I am obsessed with the color of your cardigan too, it looks so so good with your skin! Definitely going to rock these shades all year round! xoxo

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Mary Lee
7 years ago

Love this whole entire post! I love anything brown from russet red to terracota to fawn! I love all earthy tones xo
This post captured all of it!

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Lyddiegal
7 years ago

I’m always guilty of defaulting to my blacks and greys during the winter months, but it can be fun to keep color in the mix, and I love your fun cardigan!
Chic on the Cheap

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Sharon Wu
7 years ago

Lol I personally wear whatever color I want! It’s often sunny in the desert even when it’s cold in the winter time, so I don’t feel totally odd wearing neon if I really wanted to (especially workout clothes). I do love a good brown teddy jacket though! I love this outfit you’ve put together xx

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Lily
7 years ago

Love this cardigan, it looks amazing on you — so does the color!

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Laura Leigh
7 years ago

I surprisingly wear the same colors all year round. I don’t let the seasons dictate what I wear and I love that you’re all about wearing warm colors in the winter too!! This sweater + boot combo is perfection!

xo Laura Leigh
Louella Reese

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Hillary Conheady
7 years ago

I’ve been wanting a cardigan like this for so long!! Now I feel like I have to buy one!

xo, Hillary | hillheady.com

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Denise
7 years ago

Loving the cardigan color with you hair color!

Denise | http://theelleaesthetic.com

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Clare @Oh These Are The Good Old Days
7 years ago

stephanie this is the perfect combo of cute and sexy. nice look!

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Sharon Wu
7 years ago

Lol I personally wear whatever color I want! It’s often sunny in the desert even when it’s cold in the winter time, so I don’t feel totally odd wearing neon if I really wanted to (especially workout clothes). I do love a good brown teddy jacket though! I love this outfit you’ve put together xx

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Lily
7 years ago

Love this cardigan, it looks amazing on you — so does the color!

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Hillary Conheady
7 years ago

I’ve been wanting a cardigan like this for so long!! Now I feel like I have to buy one!

xo, Hillary | hillheady.com

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Kileen
7 years ago

I am loving this cardigan babe!! I love a good chunky knit and the color is so pretty!!

Kileen
cute & little

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Carolyn
7 years ago

Wow, this cardigan sweater is SO cool! The sleeve details set it apart! I love wearing browns and neutrals in the winter too. I’ve been loving everything you post from Chicwish!

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Helen
7 years ago

That sweater is adorable! I love that color on you!!

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Renee || Getting Fit Fab
7 years ago

That sweater is such a pretty color! I love that it matches the boots!

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Deborah
7 years ago

I really love this color scheme, especially for this time of year! Also, that cardigan is just so adorable! The sleeves are perfect!

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Katie N
7 years ago

I love the color of that sweater! So perfect for fall and winter. Looks super cozy too!

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Carolyn
7 years ago

Wow, this cardigan sweater is SO cool! The sleeve details set it apart! I love wearing browns and neutrals in the winter too. I’ve been loving everything you post from Chicwish!

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Becky Bush
7 years ago

This sweater is SOOO cute!!!! I love it so much and totally am going to go find it online!

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Helen
7 years ago

That sweater is adorable! I love that color on you!!

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Nataly
7 years ago

That sweater is so pretty and the color is perfect!

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Renee || Getting Fit Fab
7 years ago

That sweater is such a pretty color! I love that it matches the boots!

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Cathy
7 years ago

I love this color combo! That sweater is fabulous, the knit is so unique!

XOXO
Cathy

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Deborah
7 years ago

I really love this color scheme, especially for this time of year! Also, that cardigan is just so adorable! The sleeves are perfect!

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Katie N
7 years ago

I love the color of that sweater! So perfect for fall and winter. Looks super cozy too!

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Ashley Hargrove
7 years ago

That cardigan is so cute!! And those booties match perfectly!

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Moriah Joy @ Our Table for Two
7 years ago

I want that sweater. It’s so adorable!! Where did you get it???

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Moriah Joy
7 years ago

I want that sweater. It’s so adorable!! Where did you get it???

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Becky Bush
7 years ago

This sweater is SOOO cute!!!! I love it so much and totally am going to go find it online!

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Candace
7 years ago

Absolutely in love with the whole outfit!! Obsessed with that cardigan and how you matched it with those booties!

XO
Candace
http://www.thebeautybeau.com

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Alyssa Avant
7 years ago

That sweater is beautiful!! My favorite color right now to wear is a mulberry color.

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Rachel
7 years ago

I love warm colored clothes! I’m fortunate to live in Florida so I can keep them on rotation easily year round!

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