What's the next backlist book on your TBR? 📖
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I'm a huge fan of reading backlist books and this year, that has primarily come in the form of rereading my favorites 🫶🏼 I've finished my rereads of the Shades of Magic, Shadow and Bone, and The Hunger Games series - and I'm continuing my rereads of Six of Crows, Renegades, Strange the Dreamer, and All the Stars and Teeth 🙀
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Next up on my backlist TBR:
 ☕️ Legends & Lattes (FINALLY - been waiting for this library hold for what feels like a thousand years)
♾️ Stealing Infinity (I received a copy of this from Entangled but it's been sitting on my shelf far too long.. it's time to dive in)
🐍 The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (after my THG reread, I'm ready to jump into this to prep for the upcoming film)
🎤 On the Come Up (I started craving more Angie Thomas after Concrete Rose so this was the natural next step)
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Have you read any of these? 👆🏼
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What was the last book that made you SOB? 😭 ⠀ What was the last book that made you SOB? 😭
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For me, it was WE ARE ALL SO GOOD AT SMILING by @ambsmcbride 📖 I read this in one sitting and cried crocodile tears through 80% of it 🐊
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This book - whew - it's heavy and haunting and simultaneously so beautiful and hopeful ✨ I've truly never read anything quite like it and I know I'll want to revisit it time and again, especially when I find myself struggling with the negative voices in my head 🤎 (Please note the content warnings before beginning your journey into this incredible story)
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Have you read this book or is it on your TBR? ☕️
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Based on your battery percentage, tell me which be Based on your battery percentage, tell me which bev you're enjoying while you read: 
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90-100%: hot coffee in a handcrafted thumb mug ☕️
70-89%: lavender vanilla loose-leaf tea in a clear teacup 🫖
50-69%: dry red wine in a square edge stemmed glass🍷
30-49%: taro milk tea with boba in a reusable tumbler 🧋
0-29%: spiced bourbon on the rocks in a crystal glass 🥃
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Aaaaand now I want to enjoy all of these in the near future 🤤 I normally always have the first three on hand, but ya girl wants to try making bubble tea at home and it's been a hot second since I've had a bourbon or whiskey 🤷🏻‍♀️
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Do you typically have a drink and snack with you when you read - or are you someone who prefers to eliminate any chance of a mess? 🙈
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Recommend your favorite mysteries! 🔎 My mom ca Recommend your favorite mysteries! 🔎

My mom can confirm that when I was younger, I was constantly gobbling up mystery books 📖 As I got older, I found that so many books labeled as “mysteries” for YA and adults were more like thrillers - focusing on suspense and fear, rather than sleuthing (not my jam) 🙈

Now, I’m realizing that I must have just been looking in the wrong places for good mysteries, because they’re definitely out there 🙌🏼 I absolutely devoured The London Séance Society - enjoying the way it blended historical mystery, a healthy dose of suspense, and wild fantastical elements into just over 350 pages 🔮

Have you read this one yet? 🕯️

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What are some childhood classics that you'd like t What are some childhood classics that you'd like to see reimagined? 🪞
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COVER REVEAL for The Looking-Glass Illusion by @saraellawrites 🤩 Swipe through to see the stunning cover and read the synopsis for the second book in The Curious Realities series 📚
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When I was a kid, the idea of tumbling down the rabbit hole or finding a way through the looking glass to Wonderland excited me to no end 🍄 As an adult, I get to enjoy this world in a new light, thanks to Sara's extraordinary imagination and creativity 💭
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I absolutely adored The Wonderland Trials and seriously can't wait to dive into the next book, coming in September 2023 🙌🏼 Will you be reading this classic-inspired sequel when it's released? 📖
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Using EMOJIS ONLY, describe how you feel about Sha Using EMOJIS ONLY, describe how you feel about Shadow and Bone season 2 📺
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My emotions are all over the place when it comes to this particular season of the show, so enjoy the chaotic range of emojis based on my premiere day binge sesh:
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That’s just scratching the surface, friends 😂 I posted over 100 spoiler-filled stories to my close friends list during premiere day as I binged all 8 episodes, so to say I had a lot of thoughts would be an understatement 🙈
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No matter what I thought though (positive or negative), I support this cast and Leigh with my whole heart 🤎 So, I’ll be continuing to stream the season like crazy to get that Crows spin-off/season 3 (and I suggest you do too)! 👌🏼
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If I compiled all my spoiler-y watch day videos into something I could share publicly, would you wanna see it? 👀
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How do YOU cure a book hangover? 🥴 ⠀⠀⠀⠀ How do YOU cure a book hangover? 🥴
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Ever since I finished my reread of the Shadow and Bone trilogy, I've found it so hard to get into anything else and all I want to do is just drop my entire TBR and continue rereading the rest of the Grishaverse 🫶🏼 
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Y'all, the S&B obsession is so real (again) for me right now and I don't know if tomorrow's premiere will help soothe me or make things even worse 🙈 Oh, who am I kidding? 😅 It’s gonna make me a thousand times more insufferable 🤷🏻‍♀️
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I've never been in a reading slump and I've only had a book hangover a couple of times, so I'm thinking that continuing with comfort reads of the same world/genre is going to be the most beneficial 📚 Off to open up Six of Crows next 🖤
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What was the last read that left you with a book hangover? 📖
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Which Shadow and Bone character(s) would you want Which Shadow and Bone character(s) would you want to invite to a watch party? 📺
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GOSH, I could not be more excited for season 2 of the show to premiere on Thursday (I even rebooked a dentist appointment for this - and gave myself the day off work 🙈) And I think I’m somehow even more excited since Daisy Head gave me a shoutout on the Netflix IG page and Ben Barnes replied to my Q&A comment on Reddit 😱 
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You all know Genya would be the first on my guest list, but of course, I'd also want to invite Alina, Jesper & Wylan, Tamar, and probably Inej as well 🙌🏼 And yes, yes, I'd love The Darkling to be there (if he can... behave himself? 🤷🏻‍♀️ Or maybe even if he can’t 😏)
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If you're looking for all the Grishaverse goodness, peep my blog for everything from merch (like my Sun Saint candle from @janzywaxco ☀️) to themed drinks (the Jurda Parem is my favorite 🍹) to a full dissection of The Darkling's character 🖤 And make sure to let me know what you're most excited for this season! 🫶🏼
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Tell me the last hyped book/series you read that D Tell me the last hyped book/series you read that DID live up to the hype and the last one that DIDN'T 📖
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Hyped books are funny things to me because I do read a decent amount of them, but I feel like very few of them actually live up to the praise they receive 🤷🏻‍♀️ 
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The last one I read and enjoyed was One Dark Window 🪟 The last one that absolutely did NOT live up was The Roughest Draft 👎🏼 The next on my radar is Emily Wilde’s Encyclopaedia of Faeries, so I hope I wind up loving it! 🤎
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Fashion · August 14, 2017

Wear Now, Wear Later – ASOS Ruffle Dress

Wear Now, Wear Later - ASOS Ruffle Dress

I may be the biggest fan of versatile clothing – like ever.  There’s nothing better than finding a piece that can be worn a million times in a million different ways, especially when that piece is as affordable as this darling ruffle dress from ASOS.  Crazy enough, this is my first time purchasing from the brand, but I definitely couldn’t pass up their 70% off clearance sale!  I snagged this ruffled, cold-shoulder mini for only $14.50 – talk about a steal!  I seriously swoon over navy blue during the autumn and winter months, so I know this dress will be put to good use!

I styled this dress two ways, to show how easy it is to wear for multiple seasons.  It was a little warmer than 83° when I shot this outfit, and without the jacket, I was quite comfortable.  The material is a lightweight rayon that rests effortlessly against the skin.  It doesn’t cling in the wrong places, which is something very important to me.  I loved that while the style is cold-shoulder, the “straps” are still appropriately thick, and the collar was a little higher on the neck.  I don’t prefer wearing plunging necklines when the temperatures start dropping.

Wear this outfit now with a pair of strappy sandals and a cute belt to add more definition to the waist!  I chose this faux Gucci belt – that’s right, it’s fake, and definitely worth the $15!  I totally fooled my Insta fam when I posted a story saying I “treated myself” to this belt, then got a good amount of laughter in my DMs when they noticed my next story said the belt was super affordable!  I showed my boyfriend side-by-side comparisons of the original belt by Gucci and this dupe I found on Amazon, and neither of us could see the difference.  It’s incredibly high quality, and fits perfectly around my hips.  I did DIY one more hole in it to make it comfortably snug around my waist for wearing with dresses!

Wear this outfit in a month or so when the temps drop, just by adding some quirky tights, sock booties, and a jacket!  I love taking solid dresses and making them stand out with my accessories (you can read more about that here).  My heart-print stockings are super eye-catching, and these velvet booties are a staple in my fall and winter shoedrobe!

Did you catch the ASOS super-sale? Shop my favorite transitional pieces under $50, right here! 

Outfit Details // dress | belt | heels | earrings c/o Adore Me | bag | booties (sold out, similar here) | jacket | tights | sunglasses (sold out, similar here)

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Wear Now, Wear Later - ASOS Ruffle Dress

Photos by Brandon of Erudite Productions Inc.

Outfit Details // dress | belt | heels | earrings c/o Adore Me | bag | booties (sold out, similar here) | jacket | tights | sunglasses (sold out, similar here)

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Comments

  1. Nataly says

    August 14, 2017 at 8:31 AM

    I love the way you styled this whole look! Great transition piece of clothing!

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  2. Amy M Loochtan says

    August 14, 2017 at 9:25 AM

    LOVE this paired with the Gucci belt!

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  3. Nicole @ What Nicole Wore says

    August 14, 2017 at 9:31 AM

    Can’t get over how cute those tights are!

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  4. Laura || Walking in Memphis in High Heels says

    August 14, 2017 at 9:43 AM

    I love both looks that you did! I love the fall look, it’s perfect for work and just everyday life. The shoes you paired for the summer look are gorgeous!

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  5. Rachael Thomas says

    August 14, 2017 at 10:31 AM

    I love the ruffle detailing on your dress, and those tights are adorable! So great styled both ways!
    Rachael

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  6. Stephanie Konkle says

    August 14, 2017 at 11:49 AM

    Love how you styled this dress! Those heart tights are so cute!

    Have a great week!

    xo, Steph
    http://www.urbanblonde.com

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  7. Eva says

    August 14, 2017 at 12:09 PM

    Loveeeee this dress and how you styled it! I have the gucci belt in the bigger size but the smaller one is so cute I kinda want that too now!

    whatevawears.co.uk

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  8. Melissa Damon-Moore says

    August 14, 2017 at 5:07 PM

    These are the cutest tights ever!
    x
    Missy
    http://popofstyle.com

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  9. Courtney Andrews says

    August 14, 2017 at 7:06 PM

    I love this dress so much! I also love those heart-print tights! Asos is one of my favorite stores 🙂

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  10. Rach says

    August 14, 2017 at 8:55 PM

    I love finding versatile pieces and you nailed it with this dress!! I love how the dress can be worn in warmer months and during cooler months. So cute!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

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  11. paula says

    August 15, 2017 at 4:23 AM

    Love that dress and how you’ve styled it! such a brilliant fall look! xx, Paula, http://www.paulahandrickblog.com

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  12. Kate says

    August 21, 2019 at 7:20 PM

    Such a pretty dress! Love the color and I love it belted!

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  13. Kristina says

    August 21, 2019 at 7:20 PM

    Such a great transitional piece- and I love it with those little heart tights!

    xo, Kristina

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  14. Anna English says

    August 15, 2017 at 8:42 AM

    ASOS is my go-to for fall transition pieces!

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  15. Kate says

    August 15, 2017 at 8:43 AM

    Such a pretty dress! Love the color and I love it belted!

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  16. Keyma says

    August 15, 2017 at 9:56 AM

    I absolutely love this dress. The navy blue and tne ruffle it’s all so versatile. I love Asos, it’s really a perfect one stop shop.

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  17. Kristina says

    August 15, 2017 at 11:14 AM

    Such a great transitional piece- and I love it with those little heart tights!

    xo, Kristina

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  18. Julia Comil says

    August 15, 2017 at 11:23 AM

    I love your tights! This look is very cute and perfect for fall!

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  19. Life of a Sister says

    August 15, 2017 at 12:26 PM

    You look amazing! This color on you is fantastic!

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  20. Laura Leigh says

    August 15, 2017 at 2:16 PM

    Too cute! You really showed how versatile this dress is. The two looks, looks so different!

    xo Laura Leigh
    http://www.louellareese.com

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  21. Sabrina Tan says

    August 21, 2019 at 5:54 AM

    love that ruffle details!

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  22. Kelsey says

    August 21, 2019 at 5:55 AM

    I love a good ruffle dress!! So cute! And those tights are adorable!! xo

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  23. maria says

    August 15, 2017 at 3:05 PM

    what a gorgeous dress i love the belt too!

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  24. Lindsey says

    August 21, 2019 at 5:36 PM

    I totally thought the belt was real! And funky tights are my favorite way to spice up an outfit- the hearts are adorable!

    Lindsey
    http://www.seamlesssea.com

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  25. Annie says

    August 15, 2017 at 5:43 PM

    Love this dress and those tights are seriously the cutest!!

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  26. Sabrina Tan says

    August 15, 2017 at 6:19 PM

    love that ruffle details!

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  27. Ashley DTKAustin says

    August 21, 2019 at 5:53 AM

    ASOS is my weakness!! I love this ENTIRE look!! SO chic!

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  28. Kelsey says

    August 15, 2017 at 6:38 PM

    I love a good ruffle dress!! So cute! And those tights are adorable!! xo

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  29. Rachel says

    August 15, 2017 at 7:02 PM

    HELLO GORGEOUS! Love a good versatile (& affordable) dress. AND THOSE BOOTIES. So killer.

    Rachel / http://www.helloher.co

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  30. Lindsey says

    August 15, 2017 at 7:10 PM

    I totally thought the belt was real! And funky tights are my favorite way to spice up an outfit- the hearts are adorable!

    Lindsey
    http://www.seamlesssea.com

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  31. Thomas Falkenstedt says

    August 15, 2017 at 7:28 PM

    Haha, well, dear Stephanie, you had me completely fooled with that belt for sure and I wouldn’t have thought it to be fake if you hadn’t told us. You didn’t have me fooled with the ruffle dress however as it’s simply perfect on you and I’m glad you found your way into ASOS heaven as I spend looots and lots of hours in there and my wallet just keeps getting emptier, haha.
    Thomas xx

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  32. Ashley DTKAustin says

    August 15, 2017 at 10:28 PM

    ASOS is my weakness!! I love this ENTIRE look!! SO chic!

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  33. Kelly @Birdieshoots says

    August 15, 2017 at 11:00 PM

    this is such a cute dress, I love the heart tights you styled with it!

    Birdie Shoots

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  34. Patty says

    August 21, 2019 at 5:54 AM

    That dress is super pretty and perfect for fall with the stockings and booties! Love the ruffles and the color.

    xo, Patty
    http://www.pattyskloset.com

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  35. Stefanie says

    August 21, 2019 at 5:37 PM

    girl you can put together a look like no one else! currently dying over that f-ucci belt.. you’d seriously never know! you look amazing as always! Miss ya! xo

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  36. Hannah says

    August 16, 2017 at 8:28 AM

    Such a cute look for the fall:) All these fall pieces have me wishing for fall right now and all the colorful leaves!

    xoxo, Hannah

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  37. Patty says

    August 16, 2017 at 9:29 AM

    That dress is super pretty and perfect for fall with the stockings and booties! Love the ruffles and the color.

    xo, Patty
    http://www.pattyskloset.com

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  38. Natasha Stoneking says

    August 21, 2019 at 5:36 PM

    high-low style and i LOVE it… that gucci belt though is STUNNING

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  39. Stefanie says

    August 16, 2017 at 10:41 AM

    girl you can put together a look like no one else! currently dying over that f-ucci belt.. you’d seriously never know! you look amazing as always! Miss ya! xo

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  40. Natasha Stoneking says

    August 16, 2017 at 1:51 PM

    high-low style and i LOVE it… that gucci belt though is STUNNING

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  41. Lavenda Memory says

    August 16, 2017 at 6:04 PM

    What a STUNNING color on you babe!

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  42. Nicky says

    August 17, 2017 at 7:11 AM

    What a lovely dress! Love it with the belt!
    Nicky x
    http://www.nickyinsideout.com

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  43. Stuart Brazell says

    August 19, 2017 at 5:19 PM

    I love those tights sweetie!

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  44. KatWalkSF says

    August 20, 2017 at 11:11 AM

    That dress is everything! Can’t wait to style it!

    -Kat

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  45. Kristin Leahy says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:05 PM

    I love this dress and you styled it to perfection!!

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  46. Kristin Leahy says

    August 20, 2017 at 10:16 PM

    I love this dress and you styled it to perfection!!

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  47. Sami | The Classic Brunette says

    August 21, 2017 at 2:00 PM

    Love the color of this dress and the cold shoulder! Asos is always the best for dresses!

    xo
    Sami
    The Classic Brunette

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  48. Francesca says

    August 24, 2017 at 8:37 AM

    Love this dress and the gucci belt!

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  49. Jill says

    August 24, 2017 at 9:21 AM

    Those are the cutest tights EVER!!!! Thanks for sharing- off to check them out!!! XO

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  50. Stuart Brazell says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:04 PM

    I love those tights sweetie!

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  51. Jill says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:05 PM

    Those are the cutest tights EVER!!!! Thanks for sharing- off to check them out!!! XO

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  52. Sami | The Classic Brunette says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:05 PM

    Love the color of this dress and the cold shoulder! Asos is always the best for dresses!

    xo
    Sami
    The Classic Brunette

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  53. Hannah says

    August 21, 2019 at 5:53 AM

    Such a cute look for the fall:) All these fall pieces have me wishing for fall right now and all the colorful leaves!

    xoxo, Hannah

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  54. Laura Leigh says

    August 21, 2019 at 5:53 AM

    Too cute! You really showed how versatile this dress is. The two looks, looks so different!

    xo Laura Leigh
    http://www.louellareese.com

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  55. Lavenda Memory says

    August 21, 2019 at 5:53 AM

    What a STUNNING color on you babe!

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  56. Keyma says

    August 21, 2019 at 5:54 AM

    I absolutely love this dress. The navy blue and tne ruffle it’s all so versatile. I love Asos, it’s really a perfect one stop shop.

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What's the next backlist book on your TBR? 📖
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I'm a huge fan of reading backlist books and this year, that has primarily come in the form of rereading my favorites 🫶🏼 I've finished my rereads of the Shades of Magic, Shadow and Bone, and The Hunger Games series - and I'm continuing my rereads of Six of Crows, Renegades, Strange the Dreamer, and All the Stars and Teeth 🙀
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Next up on my backlist TBR:
 ☕️ Legends & Lattes (FINALLY - been waiting for this library hold for what feels like a thousand years)
♾️ Stealing Infinity (I received a copy of this from Entangled but it's been sitting on my shelf far too long.. it's time to dive in)
🐍 The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes (after my THG reread, I'm ready to jump into this to prep for the upcoming film)
🎤 On the Come Up (I started craving more Angie Thomas after Concrete Rose so this was the natural next step)
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Have you read any of these? 👆🏼
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What was the last book that made you SOB? 😭 ⠀ What was the last book that made you SOB? 😭
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For me, it was WE ARE ALL SO GOOD AT SMILING by @ambsmcbride 📖 I read this in one sitting and cried crocodile tears through 80% of it 🐊
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This book - whew - it's heavy and haunting and simultaneously so beautiful and hopeful ✨ I've truly never read anything quite like it and I know I'll want to revisit it time and again, especially when I find myself struggling with the negative voices in my head 🤎 (Please note the content warnings before beginning your journey into this incredible story)
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Have you read this book or is it on your TBR? ☕️
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Based on your battery percentage, tell me which be Based on your battery percentage, tell me which bev you're enjoying while you read: 
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90-100%: hot coffee in a handcrafted thumb mug ☕️
70-89%: lavender vanilla loose-leaf tea in a clear teacup 🫖
50-69%: dry red wine in a square edge stemmed glass🍷
30-49%: taro milk tea with boba in a reusable tumbler 🧋
0-29%: spiced bourbon on the rocks in a crystal glass 🥃
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Aaaaand now I want to enjoy all of these in the near future 🤤 I normally always have the first three on hand, but ya girl wants to try making bubble tea at home and it's been a hot second since I've had a bourbon or whiskey 🤷🏻‍♀️
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Do you typically have a drink and snack with you when you read - or are you someone who prefers to eliminate any chance of a mess? 🙈
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Recommend your favorite mysteries! 🔎 My mom ca Recommend your favorite mysteries! 🔎

My mom can confirm that when I was younger, I was constantly gobbling up mystery books 📖 As I got older, I found that so many books labeled as “mysteries” for YA and adults were more like thrillers - focusing on suspense and fear, rather than sleuthing (not my jam) 🙈

Now, I’m realizing that I must have just been looking in the wrong places for good mysteries, because they’re definitely out there 🙌🏼 I absolutely devoured The London Séance Society - enjoying the way it blended historical mystery, a healthy dose of suspense, and wild fantastical elements into just over 350 pages 🔮

Have you read this one yet? 🕯️

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What are some childhood classics that you'd like t What are some childhood classics that you'd like to see reimagined? 🪞
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COVER REVEAL for The Looking-Glass Illusion by @saraellawrites 🤩 Swipe through to see the stunning cover and read the synopsis for the second book in The Curious Realities series 📚
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When I was a kid, the idea of tumbling down the rabbit hole or finding a way through the looking glass to Wonderland excited me to no end 🍄 As an adult, I get to enjoy this world in a new light, thanks to Sara's extraordinary imagination and creativity 💭
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I absolutely adored The Wonderland Trials and seriously can't wait to dive into the next book, coming in September 2023 🙌🏼 Will you be reading this classic-inspired sequel when it's released? 📖
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Using EMOJIS ONLY, describe how you feel about Sha Using EMOJIS ONLY, describe how you feel about Shadow and Bone season 2 📺
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My emotions are all over the place when it comes to this particular season of the show, so enjoy the chaotic range of emojis based on my premiere day binge sesh:
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That’s just scratching the surface, friends 😂 I posted over 100 spoiler-filled stories to my close friends list during premiere day as I binged all 8 episodes, so to say I had a lot of thoughts would be an understatement 🙈
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No matter what I thought though (positive or negative), I support this cast and Leigh with my whole heart 🤎 So, I’ll be continuing to stream the season like crazy to get that Crows spin-off/season 3 (and I suggest you do too)! 👌🏼
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If I compiled all my spoiler-y watch day videos into something I could share publicly, would you wanna see it? 👀
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How do YOU cure a book hangover? 🥴 ⠀⠀⠀⠀ How do YOU cure a book hangover? 🥴
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Ever since I finished my reread of the Shadow and Bone trilogy, I've found it so hard to get into anything else and all I want to do is just drop my entire TBR and continue rereading the rest of the Grishaverse 🫶🏼 
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Y'all, the S&B obsession is so real (again) for me right now and I don't know if tomorrow's premiere will help soothe me or make things even worse 🙈 Oh, who am I kidding? 😅 It’s gonna make me a thousand times more insufferable 🤷🏻‍♀️
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I've never been in a reading slump and I've only had a book hangover a couple of times, so I'm thinking that continuing with comfort reads of the same world/genre is going to be the most beneficial 📚 Off to open up Six of Crows next 🖤
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What was the last read that left you with a book hangover? 📖
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Which Shadow and Bone character(s) would you want Which Shadow and Bone character(s) would you want to invite to a watch party? 📺
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GOSH, I could not be more excited for season 2 of the show to premiere on Thursday (I even rebooked a dentist appointment for this - and gave myself the day off work 🙈) And I think I’m somehow even more excited since Daisy Head gave me a shoutout on the Netflix IG page and Ben Barnes replied to my Q&A comment on Reddit 😱 
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You all know Genya would be the first on my guest list, but of course, I'd also want to invite Alina, Jesper & Wylan, Tamar, and probably Inej as well 🙌🏼 And yes, yes, I'd love The Darkling to be there (if he can... behave himself? 🤷🏻‍♀️ Or maybe even if he can’t 😏)
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If you're looking for all the Grishaverse goodness, peep my blog for everything from merch (like my Sun Saint candle from @janzywaxco ☀️) to themed drinks (the Jurda Parem is my favorite 🍹) to a full dissection of The Darkling's character 🖤 And make sure to let me know what you're most excited for this season! 🫶🏼
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Tell me the last hyped book/series you read that D Tell me the last hyped book/series you read that DID live up to the hype and the last one that DIDN'T 📖
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Hyped books are funny things to me because I do read a decent amount of them, but I feel like very few of them actually live up to the praise they receive 🤷🏻‍♀️ 
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The last one I read and enjoyed was One Dark Window 🪟 The last one that absolutely did NOT live up was The Roughest Draft 👎🏼 The next on my radar is Emily Wilde’s Encyclopaedia of Faeries, so I hope I wind up loving it! 🤎
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If you could create the perfect bookish subscripti If you could create the perfect bookish subscription box, what would be inside? 📦
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I think @litlovebox actually read my mind when they created the Coffee & Chocolate box ☕️ Each month, they send a gourmet bag of coffee (I chose whole beans so I can grind them for espresso), a delicious chocolate snack (walnut toffee and a chocolate lolly for me) and a newly released novel (Georgie, All Along - which sounds so cute) 🙌🏼
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If you want to indulge in this amazing box for yourself, use STEPH5 for a discount and enjoy all the books, coffee, and chocolate your heart desires 🤎
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Have you subscribed to any new book boxes lately? 📚
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