Have you done a mid-year reading check-in yet? πŸ“š
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What a wild year 2022 has been so far πŸ˜΅β€πŸ’« I've found new favorite authors, made progress on my original TBR, checked out some great backlist books, and hit some super exciting goals! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ I'm not going to *just* share my faves or least faves, but instead I'm going to share some of the fun stats from my reading year so far! 🀎
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- Out of the 30 books I just *HAD TO* read this year, I've read 24
- Out of my numerical goal of 120 for the whole year, I've read 119
- I've rated 44 books with 4.5/5 stars (hence my struggle when someone asks for a favorite from the year so far)
- I've read 16 ARCs from 12 different publishers (this makes me want to bawl with happiness because this was such a massive goal for me when I began book blogging!)
- I've participated in 10 buddy-reads
- I've added 38 books to my shelves (either purchased by me after I read and loved a book, given as a gift, or sent by a generous author/publisher)
- I've discovered that there's a chance I *might* like romance more than fantasy now and that's totally okay!
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What has your reading looked like in 2022? β˜•οΈ 
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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:
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 🐁 Stuart Little (it could be cute okay? like some kind of fantasy?)
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⚜️ 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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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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Fashion · December 2, 2016

Feminine Florals: Finding A Break Amidst The Craziness

Feminine Florals: Finding A Break Amidst The Craziness // She Saw Style

Happy December! Have you begun preparing for the holidays yet? Our Christmas tree is up and decorated, but the boxes of decorations are still laying out (I gotta do something with those πŸ˜‚). Β With Christmas rapidly approaching, the retailer’s sales in full swing, and our schedules full of parties and gatherings with good friends, we can tend to lose ourselves in the hustle and bustle and all the craziness. Β As magical as this time of year can be, I know that I experience a great deal more stress and anxiety than I did when I was a child. Β Gone are the carefree days of tacky light tours and endless mugs of hot chocolate (wait, no I still do those) because now I have to do that adulting thing and make my wallet cry with all the gifts I purchase and my body ache with the running around like a chicken with my head cut off. Β Sometimes we just need to take a moment to pause, put on something comfy and casual, rather than fancy – though you all know I love my party dresses – and relax!

Feminine Florals: Finding A Break Amidst The Craziness // She Saw Style

I was recently sent this darling, ditsy-floral swing dress fromΒ Pom Pom Fashion, and when I put it on and found out how comfortable it is, it made me think about how often I am concerned with dressing up or putting extra effort into an outfit during this time of year. Β I think it’s truly important to take time for yourself amidst the insanity, and dressingΒ down can be a crucial part of this! Β Instead of dazzling in a vibrant-colored gown or killer glitter cami – just to go Christmas shopping – maybe I should reach for the simple, boho pieces my heart normally loves so much. Β Sure, I can still feel cute and feminine in a dress, but I’ll opt for tights and a leather jacket as accessories, rather than a sparkling clutch and my hair extensions.

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During all this craziness, I tend to over-spend as well. Β The sales look so good – those 50% off emails flooding your inbox – and the items look so tempting. Β I have to remind myself that while some of those fabulous pieces would be great to have in my closet, I may not wear them more than once or twice, and I spentΒ how much on them? Β Being mindful of what the discount actually saves you is really important, and shopping small or local is a great way to know that your money is going towards something you believe in. Β I’ve been browsing Etsy shops more than ever this year, because I can typically find gifts that truly cater to my individual family members and friends, rather than just a random giftcard or scarf (though, I love those too, don’t get me wrong). Β Pom Pom Fashion is a small boutique in Texas, with darling items at affordable prices. Β They’ve given me the discount code “PomPom15” for 15% off, which means that the dress I’m wearing would only cost $38 total, since they’re offering free shipping through December 31st! Β Their new arrivals are adorable, and you won’t find a single item over $48 (and that’s pre-discount code) – which sounds like a pretty fabulous steal to me! Β You can shop without the stress of over-spending, and find the greatest gifts for your girlfriends this holiday season.

Feminine Florals: Finding A Break Amidst The Craziness // She Saw Style

Along with being mindful of my money, I’m trying to take as much time as possible to just breathe. Β I regularly find myself parked in front of my Christmas tree, with carols playing andΒ a cup of spiced mocha by my side. Β Even as I write this post, I’m basking in the glow of the lights and ornaments shining in front of my eyes. Β My cat is curled up at my feet, and while the rest of my day is bound to be hectic, I have this moment to myself. Β How areΒ you taking time to de-stress right now?

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Dress: Pom Pom Fashion // Tights: Tabbisocks // Heels: SammyDress // Jacket: Twinkledeals // Hat: H&M

[photos by Brandon]

In: Fashion · Tagged: break, ditsy floral, floral, H&M, keyhole dress, Pom Pom Fashion, sammydress, tabbisocks, TwinkleDeals

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Comments

  1. Iliana says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:53 PM

    My favorite one yet! You look super cute!! I love that you added the hat ❤️

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  2. Christine Kong says

    December 2, 2016 at 1:50 PM

    I agree that we all need to hit the pause button once in a while and remember the meaning and feelings of the holidays. This floral dress is too cute and i love that it can be dresses up or down. I am all for listening to holiday music and sipping on some hot chocolate by the fire. Xoxo, Christine
    http://dailykongfidence.com/

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  3. francesca says

    December 2, 2016 at 1:52 PM

    loving this look and the location. such a cute dress
    Frank Vinyl : A California Fashion Blog

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  4. Jo says

    December 2, 2016 at 1:55 PM

    You know floral prints are everywhere in my closet and I think this obsession won’t stop anytime soon :). I love this piece which can be dress up and down. When you added a leather jacket, it makes this whole look a little edgy to it. Yes I am pretty listening to one of the radio stations which plays Christmas music all day long ( I know it’s little cheesy but I love it :)).

    xo,
    Jo
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  5. Kusum says

    December 2, 2016 at 1:57 PM

    Babe your outfits always make me a tad bit jealous, in a good way of course πŸ˜‰ Love that floral dress on you, did you find the matching wall first and then the dress or was it the other way around haha! Agree, sometimes wearing something so comfortable and yet chic is all we need to make a day better.
    xx, Kusum | http://www.sveeteskapes.com

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  6. Iliana says

    December 2, 2016 at 2:07 PM

    My favorite one yet! You look super cute!! I love that you added the hat ❀️

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  7. Mariann Yip says

    December 2, 2016 at 3:24 PM

    That is such a cute dress! I love the print and think it’s gorgeous for the holidays πŸ™‚

    http://WWW.MARIANNYC.COM

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  8. Bryanna says

    December 2, 2016 at 4:54 PM

    Love the matching key-hole details on the front and back. Such a gorgeous touch! You are so ahead of my Christmas game. We don’t have our tree up yet! Cudos to you for at least having your tree up.

    xoxo Bryanna

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  9. Lauren says

    December 2, 2016 at 9:03 PM

    I agree with you so much that we all need to take a break and relax around the holidays! Love the outfit too πŸ™‚

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  10. Sharon Wu says

    December 3, 2016 at 12:37 AM

    That pink wall is so pretty and complements your dress beautifully Stephanie! You always have the best style! Have a wonderful weekend! xo, sharon

    http://www.stylelullaby.com/fashion/feeling-festive-maison-jules/

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  11. Samantha Mariko says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:15 PM

    sometimes i think it’s important to sacrifice comfort for fashion, but not always! this is lovely πŸ™‚
    http://www.samanthamariko.com

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  12. Samantha Mariko says

    December 3, 2016 at 10:26 AM

    sometimes i think it’s important to sacrifice comfort for fashion, but not always! this is lovely πŸ™‚
    http://www.samanthamariko.com

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  13. Thomas Falkenstedt says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:54 PM

    At first I felt “girl, you’ve got to slow down”, but when reaching the end of your post I was glad to see that you actually did JUST that, taking time to breathe and actually living in the present (and having your cat curled up next to you is so cute!). It’s so important for us amongst this stress to actually take the time to reflect on what we want (all the shopping) and what we actually need.
    Thanks for a great post and I must say that dress is absolutely adorable! πŸ™‚
    xoxo
    Thomas

    http://www.thomasfalkenstedt.com/sv/

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  14. Megan says

    December 3, 2016 at 8:06 PM

    So darling! I get my yoga in to stay sane and I’m avoiding shopping as much as possible this year! Hello first freelance Christmas! DIY projects coming your way! Haha

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  15. Thomas Falkenstedt says

    December 3, 2016 at 10:21 PM

    At first I felt “girl, you’ve got to slow down”, but when reaching the end of your post I was glad to see that you actually did JUST that, taking time to breathe and actually living in the present (and having your cat curled up next to you is so cute!). It’s so important for us amongst this stress to actually take the time to reflect on what we want (all the shopping) and what we actually need.
    Thanks for a great post and I must say that dress is absolutely adorable! πŸ™‚
    xoxo
    Thomas

    http://www.thomasfalkenstedt.com/sv/

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  16. Gil Zetbase says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:54 PM

    Beautiful outfit!
    Have a nice week-end!
    Gil Zetbase
    http://gilzetbase.com/

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  17. Gil Zetbase says

    December 4, 2016 at 5:00 AM

    Beautiful outfit!
    Have a nice week-end!
    Gil Zetbase
    http://gilzetbase.com/

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  18. Jo says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:54 PM

    As much fun as the holiday season is, it truly is a stressful time of year with all the events to attend. This is the time of year when my work/life balance is all out of whack haha! But your so right, wearing something comfortable when you’re out and about really does help.

    Happy holidays!

    xo, Jo
    http://www.cutandchic.com

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  19. Sarah says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:53 PM

    Ugh isn’t it annoying how much more stressful the holidays get as we get older? I love the idea of reaching for simpler looks. I’m going to attempt making presents this year instead of purchasing them in an attempt to save money.

    Sarah | sarahtahami.com

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  20. Jo says

    December 4, 2016 at 12:57 PM

    As much fun as the holiday season is, it truly is a stressful time of year with all the events to attend. This is the time of year when my work/life balance is all out of whack haha! But your so right, wearing something comfortable when you’re out and about really does help.

    Happy holidays!

    xo, Jo
    http://www.cutandchic.com

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  21. Sarah says

    December 4, 2016 at 2:32 PM

    Ugh isn’t it annoying how much more stressful the holidays get as we get older? I love the idea of reaching for simpler looks. I’m going to attempt making presents this year instead of purchasing them in an attempt to save money.

    Sarah | sarahtahami.com

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  22. Camille says

    August 20, 2019 at 10:25 PM

    That dress is so darling—especially love the front cutout! Love this look girl!

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  23. Linh Dao says

    December 4, 2016 at 9:45 PM

    First of all, you seem to amaze me with your posts! Always! Your pictures are so fun and always wig such pop of colors! Can you teach me how to make my photos as stunning as yours? This dress is perfect on you! You are absolutely right that you need to take a break and relax. Holidays are supposed to be fun! Not us running around like our head is cut off! So glad you took that break!

    Love, Linh
    http://Www.xcapewithlinh.com

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  24. Camille says

    December 4, 2016 at 11:10 PM

    That dress is so darlingβ€”especially love the front cutout! Love this look girl!

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  25. Kathryn Hadel says

    December 5, 2016 at 12:03 AM

    Thanks for sharing this darling boutique! Love how affordable their prices are. And I so agree, this season can be so overwhelming. Especially as we get older there seems to be more and more responsibility with holidays — so important to take a break sometimes!
    Xx, Kathryn
    http://www.jassamineelaine.com

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  26. Bernice says

    August 20, 2019 at 10:25 PM

    Cute floral dress from Pom Pom Fashion! I love the thought of wearing this during the holidays as it’s hot here at Christmas, and leaves room for Christmas lunch hehe xx

    http://www.bunnybernice.com

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  27. Josie says

    December 5, 2016 at 6:31 AM

    It’s definitely so important to take the time to breathe and just enjoy this magical time! We tend to forget the real meaning cause this has become a commercial celebration instead of a time to just love on your closest beings and gift them with really what you can afford!

    Love this dress! It’s so important to support small businesses! I also love the location where you did this shoot hehe!

    Bisous, Josie
    http://www.petiteandbold.com

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  28. Bernice says

    December 5, 2016 at 7:08 AM

    Cute floral dress from Pom Pom Fashion! I love the thought of wearing this during the holidays as it’s hot here at Christmas, and leaves room for Christmas lunch hehe xx

    http://www.bunnybernice.com

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  29. Helen Chik says

    December 5, 2016 at 7:27 AM

    The silly season is called that for a reason and I find that December always goes by so quickly. Shopping for gifts can be so stressful both on your body and on your wallet!! I try to go out for a stroll with the dogs to destress. Love this dress on you btw!

    Helen xx
    https://ch1k.com/6ixty8ight-style-files

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  30. Stefanie says

    December 5, 2016 at 2:05 PM

    oh this glorious pink wall!! i’m loving this floral dress… you aren’t typically a floral kinda girl but the style and the colors of it totally work into your style! Looking amazing girl! xoxo

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  31. Ines says

    December 5, 2016 at 4:16 PM

    Beautiful shots babe – I love the location. And, you rock a hat so well! I need to sport them more often. Xx

    http://www.inesinla.com

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  32. Jenn Hanft says

    December 5, 2016 at 11:51 PM

    I love floral and even more so when you find a good fall floral print! This dress is so cute and I love how flowy and versatile it is! I actually haven’t had my hands on any hot chocolate yet but I recently saw starbucks’ new line of hot chocolates and I’m dying to try the salted caramel one! I can’t wait for the holidays! I keep singing carols as I go through my day hahah!

    XO Jenn
    http://www.jennsemble.com

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  33. Miki says

    December 6, 2016 at 12:50 AM

    Love the floral dress on you. That’s a steal. The holidays always have me spending so much, so it’s great seeing items that are affordable. πŸ™‚ Dressing up is always fun, but I agree that from time to time, it’s great to dress down and unwind. πŸ™‚

    Xo,
    Miki
    http://mikialamode.com

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  34. Deddeh Howard says

    August 20, 2019 at 10:25 PM

    You know, to be honest.. I have not seen an outfit you don’t look amazing in. This dress is beautiful on you.

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  35. Danielle says

    December 6, 2016 at 11:37 AM

    Loved this post! It’s so incredibly important to take time to just breathe during all of the holiday craziness! I totally get wrapped up in it and don’t get me wrong, I love this time of year, but it does get hectic. Just like you, I find the most peace in sitting curled up in front of our tree with a fire going watching a movie and just relaxing!

    xx, Danielle | Pineapple & Prosecco

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  36. Deddeh Howard says

    December 6, 2016 at 11:39 AM

    You know, to be honest.. I have not seen an outfit you don’t look amazing in. This dress is beautiful on you.

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  37. Kenzie says

    December 6, 2016 at 11:54 AM

    OK i’m way too obsessed with this dress on you. It’s seriously so great for the holidays!

    XO,
    K

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  38. Morgan Klein says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:26 PM

    I love this post and the floral dress you are wearing looks amazing on you!

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  39. gracie says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:30 PM

    Great winter floral. Love the way you paired it. You look beautiful πŸ™‚
    xx, gracie
    snappedbygracie.com

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  40. Morgan Klein says

    December 6, 2016 at 10:12 PM

    I love this post and the floral dress you are wearing looks amazing on you!

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  41. gracie says

    December 7, 2016 at 12:05 AM

    Great winter floral. Love the way you paired it. You look beautiful πŸ™‚
    xx, gracie
    snappedbygracie.com

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  42. Darci says

    December 7, 2016 at 12:52 AM

    Love this post babe! Thanks for that reminder to just breath and about taking a chill pill on all the sale shopping. I need to freak out the closer it gets to Christmas because things aren’t done and then with shopping I always feel like I need it all because its on sale and then when I get it, I’m like crap I don’t need all this. Love this dress and how you styled it girl! XO

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  43. Laurelle says

    December 7, 2016 at 1:07 AM

    I hear you! It’s so much more stressful this time of year as an adult πŸ™ Especially when your hubby is in school and you’re poor… But it’s still magical and can be even more so when we take time to rest and relax! Glad you’re doing that! I need to follow! <3
    -Laurelle
    http://www.bellebylaurelle.com

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  44. Yasmin says

    December 7, 2016 at 5:04 PM

    This look is totally my style. Love that the dress is only $38! And how you styled it with that chic black hat.

    xx Yasmin
    http://banglesandbungalows.com

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  45. rachel says

    December 7, 2016 at 5:29 PM

    This dress is so lovely on you, i love the print too.

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  46. francesca says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:30 PM

    i really love the florals in december. there is something so fun about it!
    francesca
    Frank Vinyl : A California Fashion Blog

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  47. francesca says

    December 8, 2016 at 3:53 AM

    i really love the florals in december. there is something so fun about it!
    francesca
    Frank Vinyl : A California Fashion Blog

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  48. Stephanie says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:30 PM

    This floral print dress is so cute and comfy! We all need to find a break for ourselves especially during this crazy month!

    Stephanie | laminlouboutins.com

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  49. Stephanie says

    December 8, 2016 at 1:02 PM

    This floral print dress is so cute and comfy! We all need to find a break for ourselves especially during this crazy month!

    Stephanie | laminlouboutins.com

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  50. Atsuna Matsui says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:30 PM

    You look so pretty in the floral print! Sometimes I miss wearing print since I mostly wear basics these days.

    xoxo
    http://www.atsunamatsui.com

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  51. marcy says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:30 PM

    Yes can’t believe Dec is here crazy right?? The year is almost over πŸ™
    Love floral prints but specially how you mixed this one babe!! Love the hat

    xo
    Marcy

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  52. Atsuna Matsui says

    December 10, 2016 at 1:36 AM

    You look so pretty in the floral print! Sometimes I miss wearing print since I mostly wear basics these days.

    xoxo
    http://www.atsunamatsui.com

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  53. marcy says

    December 10, 2016 at 6:00 AM

    Yes can’t believe Dec is here crazy right?? The year is almost over πŸ™
    Love floral prints but specially how you mixed this one babe!! Love the hat

    xo
    Marcy

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  54. Jordan Chapman says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:30 PM

    I love how you paired this with tights!! It’s an effortlessly chic and cool winter look, especially with the cool tones of the outfit!
    Jordan xx
    http://www.thehatlogic.com

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  55. Jordan Chapman says

    December 13, 2016 at 11:37 PM

    I love how you paired this with tights!! It’s an effortlessly chic and cool winter look, especially with the cool tones of the outfit!
    Jordan xx
    http://www.thehatlogic.com

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  56. Linh Dao says

    August 20, 2019 at 10:25 PM

    First of all, you seem to amaze me with your posts! Always! Your pictures are so fun and always wig such pop of colors! Can you teach me how to make my photos as stunning as yours? This dress is perfect on you! You are absolutely right that you need to take a break and relax. Holidays are supposed to be fun! Not us running around like our head is cut off! So glad you took that break!

    Love, Linh
    http://Www.xcapewithlinh.com

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  57. Bryanna says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:15 PM

    Love the matching key-hole details on the front and back. Such a gorgeous touch! You are so ahead of my Christmas game. We don’t have our tree up yet! Cudos to you for at least having your tree up.

    xoxo Bryanna

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  58. Megan says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:15 PM

    So darling! I get my yoga in to stay sane and I’m avoiding shopping as much as possible this year! Hello first freelance Christmas! DIY projects coming your way! Haha

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  59. Mariann Yip says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:15 PM

    That is such a cute dress! I love the print and think it’s gorgeous for the holidays πŸ™‚

    http://WWW.MARIANNYC.COM

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  60. Sharon Wu says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:15 PM

    That pink wall is so pretty and complements your dress beautifully Stephanie! You always have the best style! Have a wonderful weekend! xo, sharon

    http://www.stylelullaby.com/fashion/feeling-festive-maison-jules/

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  61. francesca says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:15 PM

    loving this look and the location. such a cute dress
    Frank Vinyl : A California Fashion Blog

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  62. Jo says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:15 PM

    You know floral prints are everywhere in my closet and I think this obsession won’t stop anytime soon :). I love this piece which can be dress up and down. When you added a leather jacket, it makes this whole look a little edgy to it. Yes I am pretty listening to one of the radio stations which plays Christmas music all day long ( I know it’s little cheesy but I love it :)).

    xo,
    Jo
    http://www.glamfashionbook.com

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  63. Kusum says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:15 PM

    Babe your outfits always make me a tad bit jealous, in a good way of course πŸ˜‰ Love that floral dress on you, did you find the matching wall first and then the dress or was it the other way around haha! Agree, sometimes wearing something so comfortable and yet chic is all we need to make a day better.
    xx, Kusum | http://www.sveeteskapes.com

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What a wild year 2022 has been so far πŸ˜΅β€πŸ’« I've found new favorite authors, made progress on my original TBR, checked out some great backlist books, and hit some super exciting goals! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ I'm not going to *just* share my faves or least faves, but instead I'm going to share some of the fun stats from my reading year so far! 🀎
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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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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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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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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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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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Have you read any of these? πŸ“– 
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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)
πŸ’¬ Text messages
πŸ—Ί Maps
✍🏼 Handwriting (especially in the form of letters or lists)
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What are some unique things you like seeing in books? πŸ“š 
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