Which of your childhood favorites would you like t Which of your childhood favorites would you like to see reimagined? πŸ“–
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When I found out that GALLANT had The Secret Garden vibes, I was really excited because that was one of my favorites as a kid ⛲️ I think it would be really neat to see this story retold by a few other authors as well (looking at you, Marissa Meyer) πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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Some of the other stories I loved as a kid that I'd like to see "adulted" are:
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🐎 Misty of Chincoteague
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Long story short, I joined bookstagram in 2020 because I love books and I love talking about books, but I never had a space to do that πŸ€·πŸ»β€β™€οΈ After years of fashion blogging and feeling out of place because of my interests, I wound up on this side of IG and realized that it felt like home 🀎
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I schemed up a name (something to do with coffee and books that didn't have the words "coffee" or "books" in it), took a few photos, created a profile, and went to town πŸ™ŒπŸΌ It wasn't long before I completely FELL IN LOVE with the supportive community, safe space to find new books and talk about the ones I love, and really cultivate my photography skills (which had been lying dormant for far too long) πŸ™ˆ
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Now, I'm thrilled to have connected with favorite authors, created my own hashtag (hey there #perfectespressopour β˜•οΈ), reviewed incredible books, launched my own line of merch, and made tons of new friends 🫢🏼 When I begin to feel down about the numbers or the lack of inspiration, I remind myself of why I started in the first place and I find myself falling in love all over again πŸ₯Ή
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A couple months back, I had the privilege of reading an advanced copy of The Wonderland Trials by @saraellawrites... and I immediately fell head over heels in love 😍 Needless to say, I instantly added her entire backlist to my TBR πŸ™ˆ
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Lately, I've been feeling a bit disappointed with fantasy (which has always been my favorite genre) πŸ˜• It seems like each time I pick one up, I'm either completely uninterested in the story or it just falls flat - but The Wonderland Trials absolutely blew me away! 🀯 If you're looking for something that really stands out amongst the rest, you certainly need to pick this one up! 🫢🏼
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Recommend me an underrated queer book! πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ
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In my world, every month is #pridemonth and I always, always have queer books on my TBR (not just white mlm, but a wide range of lgbtqia+ stories) πŸ™ŒπŸΌ It's important to me to constantly be diversifying my shelves, learning more about the people around me, and continuing to create a safe environment for everyone in my little corner of the web 🀎
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My goal for June was to pack my TBR with as many queer books as I could in CELEBRATION of Pride Month, so I've already read 4 books with lgbtq rep:
πŸ¦‰ Wild is the Witch by Rachel Griffin
🌎 The Never Tilting World by Rin Chupeco
πŸ“Ί The Charm Offensive by Alison Cochrun
🌌 Written in the Stars by Alexandria Bellefluer
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πŸ«– A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers
🩸 Blood Like Magic by Liselle Sambury
πŸ–Œ Portrait of a Thief by Grace D Li
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πŸ₯€ Malice by Heather Walter
β˜€οΈ Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse
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Also, catch me counting down the days until when I get to see my babies on-screen again (can we get a season 2 premiere date, please?) πŸ“Ί
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To answer my own question, Genya is my very favorite Shadow and Bone character 🀍 In fact, I have plans for a Genya tattoo in the near future πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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I've found a few recently that have definitely stood out to me πŸ‘€ Sometimes a dedication sets the mood for the book and that's something I really love! 🀎
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A few that have blown my mind recently are:
πŸͺž GALLANT (pictured) by VE Schwab
πŸ‘‘ FOR THE THRONE (actually, both of The Wilderwood books have fabulous dedications) by Hannah Whitten
πŸ›« EARLY DEPARTURES by Justin A. Reynolds
πŸ“– THE MIDNIGHT LIBRARY by Matt Haig
πŸ’” ONCE UPON A BROKEN HEART by Stephanie Garber
πŸ₯˜ WITH THE FIRE ON HIGH by Elizabeth Acevedo
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I don't read much dark academia, so recommend some titles to me (THAT AREN'T AS WELL KNOWN) that you've enjoyed! πŸ›
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Books I enjoy that are no plot, just vibes:
🐝 The Starless Sea
πŸŽͺ The Night Circus
πŸ’ƒπŸ» Where Dreams Descend
πŸͺΆ The Raven Cycle
πŸšͺ The Ten Thousand Doors of January
πŸ§™πŸ»β€β™€οΈ The Once and Future Witches
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πŸ“° Unique chapter breaks (I read a basketball book that was divided into 4 quarters, and a book about an actor divided into acts, things like that)
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πŸ—Ί Maps
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Fashion, Winter · February 25, 2019

Another Way to Wear a Chunky Red Sweater

It’s easy enough to rock a chunky sweater with jeans and sneakers, but dressing it up is another story. Here’s an easy way to do it.

Let me be 100% honest with you right now: this outfit was a super last minute, pulled-together look, right before I rushed out the door. I had a spontaneous photoshoot for a campaign that was due the next day, and I needed a flirty look since it all revolved around Valentine’s Day. However, I ended up loving the outfit so much, we took pictures of it all put together after the campaign so I could share it with you. This chunky sweater has been on major repeat lately (and you all loved when I posted it the first time), so I felt like it was a neat opportunity to share how versatile it is. And when I say it’s been on repeat, I mean it’s hard for me to not wear it every day. It’s one of those “no one saw me yesterday, so I can get away with it today” kinda pieces. I also own it in tan, but there’s something about red that justΒ gets me.

Needless to say, this outfit is perfect for a date night, drinks with friends, or just because you’re feeling sassy – which I obviously was on this shoot day. I’ve had the star-print faux leather mini for a couple of years, but decided to spice it up with a mixed print in the form of these tights. Then I added some crushed velvet sock booties, my go-to quilted crossbody bag, and ta-da! Quite a winner of a look, if I do say so myself. The sweater is super oversized, so I tucked it into the tights beneath my skirt to smooth out the edges, but you could also tuck the hem up under your bra to create the same illusion.


Outfit Details
sweater c/o Chicwish | similar skirt | tights c/o Berkshire via Lipton Publicity | booties | similar bagΒ | similar watch c/o Thom Olson | similar earrings

Majorly exciting details regarding the accessories I paired with this chunky sweater, comin’ right at ya!

I’ve been wearing these booties for a couple of years now and they’re definitely my most reached-for pair. They’ve got a relatively high heel, so they’re not always the best for long periods of standing (learned that the hard way by wearing them to a standing concert and my toes were aching)Β BUT they are fantastic for just regular days of walking around or going to events. I wear them with tights, with boyfriend jeans, and with literally everything else. And they had originally sold out before the first time I shared them on my blog. However, I found them – in multiple colors, mind you – and they’re in stock for only $30! Like, ya’ll don’t understand how excited I am because I get compliments on these boots nonstop, and I really want you to be able to wear them too!

In addition, my tights are majorly affordable at $12, and they’re the most talked-about pair of hosiery I own. Seriously, I get endless sweet comments about them on Instagram, so you know they’re the bees knees. Β They stay on my waist, and don’t sag between my legs. They’re also really comfortable and I can wear them for hours at a time without feeling suffocated!Β The sizing is a little funky on these, so make sure you read the product details. I wear a size 1/2 for reference and I’m 5’6″ and normally a size 24 on the bottom!

These are the perfect items to pair with my favorite chunky red sweater!


related posts
Coziest Chunky Red SweaterΒ //Β What to Wear on a Date Night // A 100% Honest Review of Chicwish

How would you dress up a chunky sweater like this one?

In: Fashion, Winter · Tagged: affordable fashion, Berkshire, black mini skirt, Chicwish, Chunky Sweater, crossbody bag, crushed velvet booties, faux leather skirt, leather mini skirt, ootd, oversized sweater, printed tights, quilted bag, red sweater, Richmond blogger, Richmond fashion blogger, Richmond Virginia, RVA, spring style, velvet sock booties, winter style, winter to spring

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Comments

  1. Tanvi Rastogi says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:45 PM

    I love the simple yet chic look. Solids pair well together and you always make it work with your smile and personality πŸ™‚

    ❥ tanvii.com

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  2. Donna says

    February 25, 2019 at 6:31 AM

    I would never think of combining textures like this, but you always make me think again. Thanks for your inspiration. Beautiful look!

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  3. Em says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:45 PM

    such a fun outfit! love how you styled the sweater

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  4. Rach says

    February 25, 2019 at 10:20 AM

    I love a good red chunky sweater! I love wearing mine and need inspiration on different ways to wear it. Love how you wore it in this post. It’s feminine, edgy, and has a cool vibe to it!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

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  5. Hillary Conheady says

    February 25, 2019 at 10:31 AM

    Ah that skirt is so so cute! I love anything with stars on it!

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  6. Tanvi Rastogi says

    February 25, 2019 at 10:48 AM

    I love the simple yet chic look. Solids pair well together and you always make it work with your smile and personality πŸ™‚

    β₯ tanvii.com

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  7. Anna English says

    February 25, 2019 at 11:00 AM

    I love pairing chunky sweaters with a cute mini skirt! This combo looks great on you.

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  8. Cathy says

    February 25, 2019 at 11:38 AM

    Love this outfit, that sweater is so cute and cozy!

    XOXO
    Cathy

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  9. Laura Adney says

    February 25, 2019 at 12:11 PM

    I love the bold red and you really elevated the look by styling it this way!

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  10. Tabitha Bradley-Raines says

    February 25, 2019 at 1:09 PM

    I love chunky sweaters and chunky sweatshirts. I also love textured tights and fishnets. I never thought of wearing them together! The way you wear them definitely makes it possible on my petite frame.

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  11. Beth says

    February 25, 2019 at 2:00 PM

    I love what you’ve done with this outfit. So much attention to detail! Thanks for the inspiration.

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  12. Delia Atenea says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:45 PM

    Love the way you styled this! It’s so much better than wearing it with just simple jeans! And those tights!!! Need them!

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  13. Em says

    February 25, 2019 at 3:15 PM

    such a fun outfit! love how you styled the sweater

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  14. Lee says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:44 PM

    ummm okay, the subtle star print on the faux leather mini is AMAZING! Need!!!!

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  15. Lyddiegal says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:45 PM

    Glad you were able to photograph this look, because it’s so cute! I love the leather boots, and those tights are perfect.
    Chic on the Cheap

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  16. Delia Atenea says

    February 25, 2019 at 7:23 PM

    Love the way you styled this! It’s so much better than wearing it with just simple jeans! And those tights!!! Need them!

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  17. Kileen says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:45 PM

    This is such a cute sweater and I am loving that star skirt, so cute!!

    Kileen
    cute & little

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  18. Lee says

    February 25, 2019 at 11:32 PM

    ummm okay, the subtle star print on the faux leather mini is AMAZING! Need!!!!

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  19. Lyddiegal says

    February 25, 2019 at 11:57 PM

    Glad you were able to photograph this look, because it’s so cute! I love the leather boots, and those tights are perfect.
    Chic on the Cheap

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  20. Kileen says

    February 26, 2019 at 1:30 AM

    This is such a cute sweater and I am loving that star skirt, so cute!!

    Kileen
    cute & little

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  21. Carolyn says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:45 PM

    You dressed this up so well! I’m crushing over all the little details of your outfit, from the tights to the quilted bag! You look fab, of course! <3

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  22. Indya | The Small Adventurer says

    February 26, 2019 at 3:12 AM

    This is honestly my ideal outfit! I have almost the exact same boots and skirt, and they look SO good with your bright red sweater! Stunning 😍

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  23. Helen says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:45 PM

    That is SUCH a great color! I’m obsessed with chunky sweaters right now.

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  24. Summer says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:45 PM

    Teach me your ways!!! Ah, how I wish my legs were longer lol! Love you in bright red – it’s classy and the perfect bit sassy. πŸ™‚ That skirt is super fun, too! I need to find more mini skirts for spring!

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  25. Taylor Mobley says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:45 PM

    Ok but like how do you tuck your sweater in without making your skirt look bulky?!?!!? I always want to do looks like this but end up looking really lumpy LOL

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  26. Carolyn says

    February 26, 2019 at 7:20 AM

    You dressed this up so well! I’m crushing over all the little details of your outfit, from the tights to the quilted bag! You look fab, of course! <3

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  27. Helen says

    February 26, 2019 at 8:44 AM

    That is SUCH a great color! I’m obsessed with chunky sweaters right now.

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  28. Summer says

    February 26, 2019 at 8:47 AM

    Teach me your ways!!! Ah, how I wish my legs were longer lol! Love you in bright red – it’s classy and the perfect bit sassy. πŸ™‚ That skirt is super fun, too! I need to find more mini skirts for spring!

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  29. Taylor Mobley says

    February 26, 2019 at 8:59 AM

    Ok but like how do you tuck your sweater in without making your skirt look bulky?!?!!? I always want to do looks like this but end up looking really lumpy LOL

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  30. Sabina says

    February 26, 2019 at 12:54 PM

    I love your outfit. Red looks good on you!

    I’ll have to get myself a skirt similar to yours.

    xoxo
    Sabina
    sabiithefirst.com

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  31. Liz says

    February 26, 2019 at 1:27 PM

    Red looks amazing on you! I love this whole outfit too – so pretty!

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  32. Kelsey says

    February 26, 2019 at 8:12 PM

    This outfit is PERFECT!!! I love the tights!

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  33. Tonya Morris says

    February 26, 2019 at 10:15 PM

    Ok totally just bought this bag after seeing it on you! I LOVE this whole look!

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  34. Deborah says

    August 21, 2019 at 7:40 AM

    This outfit is so chic! I have a hard time wearing and styling chunky sweaters just because I’m petite (I’m 5’3″) but you’ve given me the inspiration to try to style them again!

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  35. theeyetraveler says

    August 21, 2019 at 7:40 AM

    cute sweater!! love how you paired it with the leather skirt, super edgy and comfy.

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  36. Deborah says

    February 27, 2019 at 10:24 AM

    This outfit is so chic! I have a hard time wearing and styling chunky sweaters just because I’m petite (I’m 5’3″) but you’ve given me the inspiration to try to style them again!

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  37. theeyetraveler says

    February 27, 2019 at 2:29 PM

    cute sweater!! love how you paired it with the leather skirt, super edgy and comfy.

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  38. Laura Leigh says

    August 21, 2019 at 7:41 AM

    Really loving this sweater and the over all on you! Also, crushing very hard on this location. Can’t stop staring at that adorable fence and sweet yellow house in the background.

    xo Laura Leigh
    Louella Reese

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  39. Laura Leigh says

    February 28, 2019 at 8:12 AM

    Really loving this sweater and the over all on you! Also, crushing very hard on this location. Can’t stop staring at that adorable fence and sweet yellow house in the background.

    xo Laura Leigh
    Louella Reese

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  40. Morgan says

    February 28, 2019 at 8:51 AM

    You seriously are the best at mixing patterns and textures! I LOVE this skirt!

    -Morgan
    How 2 Wear It [] http://how2wearit.com

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  41. ralizabeth says

    February 28, 2019 at 12:55 PM

    i love how you styled that sweater, with the skirt and fun tights. super simple but looks so chic!

    oh, she’s lovely

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  42. Candace says

    February 28, 2019 at 2:02 PM

    LOVE this outfit! Edgy, but still feminine and flirty. Thanks for the inspo!

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  43. Tara Fuller says

    August 21, 2019 at 8:25 PM

    i love the edgy chic vibes! the sleek fit of the skirt looks great with a slouchy sweater!

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  44. Tara Fuller says

    March 2, 2019 at 1:06 AM

    i love the edgy chic vibes! the sleek fit of the skirt looks great with a slouchy sweater!

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  45. Denise Kokinis says

    March 5, 2019 at 6:24 AM

    Have definitely had that happen to me as well! I end up loving the combo more than other outfits I put together haha!
    I love this combo with the red and black, the contrast is so nice! The skirt with the tights as well edges up the outfit a little bit!

    Denise | Fashion Love Letters

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  46. Alexis says

    March 6, 2019 at 7:17 PM

    You always have the CUTEST outfits! I’m loving how you dressed up this adorable sweater.

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  47. Rach says

    August 21, 2019 at 12:40 AM

    I love a good red chunky sweater! I love wearing mine and need inspiration on different ways to wear it. Love how you wore it in this post. It’s feminine, edgy, and has a cool vibe to it!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

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  48. Hillary Conheady says

    August 21, 2019 at 12:40 AM

    Ah that skirt is so so cute! I love anything with stars on it!

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  49. Beth says

    August 21, 2019 at 12:40 AM

    I love what you’ve done with this outfit. So much attention to detail! Thanks for the inspiration.

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  50. Donna says

    August 21, 2019 at 12:40 AM

    I would never think of combining textures like this, but you always make me think again. Thanks for your inspiration. Beautiful look!

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  51. Laura Adney says

    August 21, 2019 at 12:40 AM

    I love the bold red and you really elevated the look by styling it this way!

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  52. Anna English says

    August 21, 2019 at 12:40 AM

    I love pairing chunky sweaters with a cute mini skirt! This combo looks great on you.

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  53. Cathy says

    August 21, 2019 at 12:40 AM

    Love this outfit, that sweater is so cute and cozy!

    XOXO
    Cathy

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  54. Tabitha Bradley-Raines says

    August 21, 2019 at 12:40 AM

    I love chunky sweaters and chunky sweatshirts. I also love textured tights and fishnets. I never thought of wearing them together! The way you wear them definitely makes it possible on my petite frame.

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  55. Denise Kokinis says

    August 21, 2019 at 7:40 AM

    Have definitely had that happen to me as well! I end up loving the combo more than other outfits I put together haha!
    I love this combo with the red and black, the contrast is so nice! The skirt with the tights as well edges up the outfit a little bit!

    Denise | Fashion Love Letters

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  56. Alexis says

    August 21, 2019 at 7:40 AM

    You always have the CUTEST outfits! I’m loving how you dressed up this adorable sweater.

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Which of your childhood favorites would you like t Which of your childhood favorites would you like to see reimagined? πŸ“–
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When I found out that GALLANT had The Secret Garden vibes, I was really excited because that was one of my favorites as a kid ⛲️ I think it would be really neat to see this story retold by a few other authors as well (looking at you, Marissa Meyer) πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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Some of the other stories I loved as a kid that I'd like to see "adulted" are:
πŸ‘‘ A Little Princess
πŸ§žβ€β™‚οΈ Aladdin
 🐁 Stuart Little (it could be cute okay? like some kind of fantasy?)
πŸ‘’ Madeline
⚜️ Rumplestiltskin (I've only seen this done once and I wasn’t obsessed so I need more!)
β˜‚οΈ Mary Poppins
🐎 Misty of Chincoteague
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Why did you join bookstagram? πŸ“– β €β €β €β €β € Why did you join bookstagram? πŸ“–
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Long story short, I joined bookstagram in 2020 because I love books and I love talking about books, but I never had a space to do that πŸ€·πŸ»β€β™€οΈ After years of fashion blogging and feeling out of place because of my interests, I wound up on this side of IG and realized that it felt like home 🀎
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I schemed up a name (something to do with coffee and books that didn't have the words "coffee" or "books" in it), took a few photos, created a profile, and went to town πŸ™ŒπŸΌ It wasn't long before I completely FELL IN LOVE with the supportive community, safe space to find new books and talk about the ones I love, and really cultivate my photography skills (which had been lying dormant for far too long) πŸ™ˆ
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Now, I'm thrilled to have connected with favorite authors, created my own hashtag (hey there #perfectespressopour β˜•οΈ), reviewed incredible books, launched my own line of merch, and made tons of new friends 🫢🏼 When I begin to feel down about the numbers or the lack of inspiration, I remind myself of why I started in the first place and I find myself falling in love all over again πŸ₯Ή
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Thank you for being part of my bookstagram journey πŸ“š
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Tell me your most recent "new-to-you" fave author Tell me your most recent "new-to-you" fave author and which book made you fall in love with their work πŸ“š
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A couple months back, I had the privilege of reading an advanced copy of The Wonderland Trials by @saraellawrites... and I immediately fell head over heels in love 😍 Needless to say, I instantly added her entire backlist to my TBR πŸ™ˆ
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Lately, I've been feeling a bit disappointed with fantasy (which has always been my favorite genre) πŸ˜• It seems like each time I pick one up, I'm either completely uninterested in the story or it just falls flat - but The Wonderland Trials absolutely blew me away! 🀯 If you're looking for something that really stands out amongst the rest, you certainly need to pick this one up! 🫢🏼
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Have you read any great Alice in Wonderland reimaginings? πŸ‡ 
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Recommend me an underrated queer book! πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ
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In my world, every month is #pridemonth and I always, always have queer books on my TBR (not just white mlm, but a wide range of lgbtqia+ stories) πŸ™ŒπŸΌ It's important to me to constantly be diversifying my shelves, learning more about the people around me, and continuing to create a safe environment for everyone in my little corner of the web 🀎
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My goal for June was to pack my TBR with as many queer books as I could in CELEBRATION of Pride Month, so I've already read 4 books with lgbtq rep:
πŸ¦‰ Wild is the Witch by Rachel Griffin
🌎 The Never Tilting World by Rin Chupeco
πŸ“Ί The Charm Offensive by Alison Cochrun
🌌 Written in the Stars by Alexandria Bellefluer
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I'm currently reading 3:
πŸ«– A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers
🩸 Blood Like Magic by Liselle Sambury
πŸ–Œ Portrait of a Thief by Grace D Li
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 And I have 2 more on my immediate list:
πŸ₯€ Malice by Heather Walter
β˜€οΈ Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse
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Have you read any of these? πŸ“š 
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Favorite Shadow and Bone character? 🦌 β €β €β € Favorite Shadow and Bone character? 🦌
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I'm officially considering this Shadow and Bone week, between celebrating the 10th anniversary of the book and finding out about Ben narrating the Demon in the Wood audiobook! πŸ₯‚ 
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Also, catch me counting down the days until when I get to see my babies on-screen again (can we get a season 2 premiere date, please?) πŸ“Ί
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To answer my own question, Genya is my very favorite Shadow and Bone character 🀍 In fact, I have plans for a Genya tattoo in the near future πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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Are you as excited for the audiobook and season 2 of the show as I am? 🀩 
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Do you have a favorite book dedication? ✍🏼
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I've found a few recently that have definitely stood out to me πŸ‘€ Sometimes a dedication sets the mood for the book and that's something I really love! 🀎
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A few that have blown my mind recently are:
πŸͺž GALLANT (pictured) by VE Schwab
πŸ‘‘ FOR THE THRONE (actually, both of The Wilderwood books have fabulous dedications) by Hannah Whitten
πŸ›« EARLY DEPARTURES by Justin A. Reynolds
πŸ“– THE MIDNIGHT LIBRARY by Matt Haig
πŸ’” ONCE UPON A BROKEN HEART by Stephanie Garber
πŸ₯˜ WITH THE FIRE ON HIGH by Elizabeth Acevedo
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Is there a book you've read this year that is unli Is there a book you've read this year that is unlike anything else you've ever read? πŸ“–
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When I read THE ATLAS SIX in April, I was blown away by how unique it was! 🀯 I have never in my life read another book like it and that's part of why it got 5 stars from me ⭐️ Sure, it started at a slower pace but the further the story progressed, the more fascinating it was (and the pacing at the beginning made far more sense because it led to absolute BRILLIANCE) πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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I don't read much dark academia, so recommend some titles to me (THAT AREN'T AS WELL KNOWN) that you've enjoyed! πŸ›
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Do you enjoy books that are less plot, more ✨vib Do you enjoy books that are less plot, more ✨vibes✨?
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I definitely do! 🫢🏼 In the past few years, I've read more and more books like this and they always leave me feeling utterly fascinated (and maybe a little confused?) πŸ€” I gotta say that writing reviews for them can be a bit tough, but reading them is a lot of fun πŸ™ˆ
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Books I enjoy that are no plot, just vibes:
🐝 The Starless Sea
πŸŽͺ The Night Circus
πŸ’ƒπŸ» Where Dreams Descend
πŸͺΆ The Raven Cycle
πŸšͺ The Ten Thousand Doors of January
πŸ§™πŸ»β€β™€οΈ The Once and Future Witches
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Do you enjoy books with illustrations? πŸ–Œ β €β € Do you enjoy books with illustrations? πŸ–Œ
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I definitely do! πŸ™‹πŸ»β€β™€οΈ One of the most pleasant surprises when I opened up GALLANT was seeing the hauntingly beautiful pieces of art inside πŸ–€ It made the story feel more alive and helped me understand the way the character's mind worked 🧠
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There was a similar feeling when I first read THE ATLAS SIX and saw the character art 🎨 It gave the cast so much more depth and it made me wish that more books included pieces like this πŸ“–
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Other additions that make books stand out to me:
πŸ“° Unique chapter breaks (I read a basketball book that was divided into 4 quarters, and a book about an actor divided into acts, things like that)
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πŸ—Ί Maps
✍🏼 Handwriting (especially in the form of letters or lists)
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Leave me a string of emojis that describe your cur Leave me a string of emojis that describe your current read (or title) and I'll try to guess it πŸ™ƒ
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I haven't done this in a while and I'm usually pretty terrible at it, but it's fun and I'm always curious how people describe their CR with emojis πŸ€·πŸ»β€β™€οΈ
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Here are mine:
Book 1: πŸ‘‘πŸ¦΄πŸ©ΈπŸŽ
Book 2: πŸ“–πŸ‘©πŸΌβ€β€οΈβ€πŸ‘¨πŸ»πŸš€πŸ’«
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Okay, maybe those were awful emoji descriptions, but it sure was fun to try and get creative with them πŸ˜‚ And in case you were curious, my books are For the Throne (arc) and Bookish and the Beast πŸ™ˆ
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