Recommend a book that feels like a fairytale 🧚🏼‍♀️ Recommend a book that feels like a fairytale 🧚🏼‍♀️

Recently, I finished THE SUN AND THE STARMAKER by @timesnewrachel ☀️ While it was quite different from the modern, witchy fantasy books I’ve come to associate with her (otherwise known as some of my favorite books of all time), she has created a signature style of storytelling that made reading *this book* feel like coming home 🥰

I felt it instantly when I sensed her intense love for nature and the earth woven through the story, paired with such atmospheric writing that I regularly forgot I was not *in* the ethereal, whimsical world I was reading about 🌌 I felt it again in the way she writes of longing and love so powerful that there’s no doubt the characters will overcome every obstacle they face together 🤎 I felt it once more when I began to cry over supporting characters that (possibly) weren’t meant to elicit such strong emotions in the first place 🥹

THE SUN AND THE STARMAKER was everything I could possibly hope and dream a fairytale would be. It was beautiful and magical, and left me feeling so filled with joy and hope. It’s an absolute masterpiece 🙌🏼

Have you read this or any of Rachel’s other books? 📚

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Have you read this one yet? 📖

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For several years, I would write a blog article every month that included somewhere between 20-40 new releases 🫢 While I was working my previous job, I didn’t have the opportunity to blog, let alone pay attention to new releases, and I feel like I missed SO MANY 🙈 

I’m happy to be back to blogging semi-regularly, and equally thrilled to be back in the habit of knowing which books are coming out each month! 🙌🏼 If you swipe through, you can see 24 March releases and their corresponding release dates 🗓️

Which of these titles are you most looking forward to reading? 🤎

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What was the last library book you checked out? 📖

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Fashion, Spring · March 13, 2019

Making a Statement with Polka Dot Pants

Y’all loved these polka dot pants when I first snatched them up last year – and you loved them all over again when I shared them on Instagram last month.

I conducted a poll on my Instagram stories, asking if my readers wanted to see me repurpose items I already had in my wardrobe. It was an overwhelming amount of “YES” – so I got to styling. I then shared another poll to see which outfit you all wanted to see first. This particular ensemble won by a landslide. Hmm – I guess the people want polka dot pants, so I’m giving the people what they want!

This particular pair of polka dot pants are cigarette style, with a stretchy waistband and cuffed ankles. They’re also incredibly comfortable. You may think they’re an unnecessary item of clothing to own, but I believe otherwise. I think they’re a staple. Why? Because they make a statement! They’re bold all on their own, allowing you to keep the rest of the outfit pretty laid back and comfy. I’ve got another look with these pants coming soon – and it’s completely different from this one. So stay tuned for that goodness.


Outfit Details
similar pants | similar jacket | similar bodysuit | earrings c/o Sugarfix | similar hat | necklace | boots | bag

Keeping a polka-dotted item of clothing chic can be quite the task, but it’s 100% possible – as you can very well see.

I didn’t want these pants to seem clownish, so I stuck with a black and white theme. A mockneck bodysuit is an absolute necessity in my closet (and you should have one as well). It works great with stretchy pants! Layer a cropped, faux leather jacket over top and you’ve already got a great start. Now for shoes. I’m a pretty big fan of these velvet sock booties, and they really make this outfit more street-style than circus-appropriate. Last, but certainly not least, let’s add some accessories. A hat, necklace, statement earrings, and a simple crossbody bag is a winning combination. Basically the winning combination I always reach for when I want to keep something simple and chic.

You may think you can’t pull these off. However, I beg you to at least try a pair of polka dot pants. You never know how much they totally work on you unless you test them out for yourself. Plus, they’re an amazing mood-booster, so if that’s not a reason to get them, I don’t know what is!


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So now that you’ve seen how I style these polka dot pants – does it make you want a pair as well?

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Helen
7 years ago

I love love love polka dots! I think they are such a fun and classic look and never go out of style! These pants are so fun!

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Hillary Conheady
7 years ago

Oh my goodness these pants!! They are SO cute!

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Helen
7 years ago

I love love love polka dots! I think they are such a fun and classic look and never go out of style! These pants are so fun!

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Kiara
7 years ago

I love this look on you! I have a pair of polka dot pants myself and they are one of my favorite pies of pants! Such a cute outfit and we head into spring!

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Hillary Conheady
7 years ago

Oh my goodness these pants!! They are SO cute!

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Cathy
7 years ago

I love this look! Those pants are fabulous and I love it with the hat!!

XOXO
Cathy

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Laura Adney
7 years ago

The polka dots are so chic and fabulous! Such a great Spring staple!

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Candace
7 years ago

Love that you stuck to a black and white color palette — it definitely dresses up the look! I feel like this is a great transition outfit as we head into spring. Thanks for sharing!

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Darrian Chamblee
7 years ago

Those pants are so seriously cute! I love the way you decided to style them. What a fun piece of clothing to play with.

Darrian | http://www.madeinmomjeans.com

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Carolyn
7 years ago

Oh, these are so fun! I love polka dots and would totally rock these. I love how you styled them! Very street style chic!

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Darrian Chamblee
7 years ago

Those pants are so seriously cute! I love the way you decided to style them. What a fun piece of clothing to play with.

Darrian | http://www.madeinmomjeans.com

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Indya | The Small Adventurer
7 years ago

I’m a sucker for polka dots, and always have been! I think they’re one of the cutest patterns in existence, although I’ve never worn pants with them before. That might have to change soon! 😍

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Greta
7 years ago

I never knew I needed polka dot pants until now. I’m obsessed with these!

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lee
7 years ago

Ah they are so cute. I’m also LOVING your hat!!!

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Mistle
7 years ago

So this whole outfit is amazing!!! I love the pants! They look so comfy and the boots….Yessss girl!!!

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Alyssa Avant
7 years ago

I used to wear this style of pants all the time when I was younger. SO many things like this are coming back into style. Scrunchies, these pants, etc.

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Summer
7 years ago

OMG yes, Stephanie!! You are rockin’ these out. I love the fit of them – very classy, yet also laid back enough to style different ways. So cute on you!

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Kim
7 years ago

You look adorable in these polka dot pants! I love the fit and style of them on you.

xoxo,
Kim

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Mistle
7 years ago

So this whole outfit is amazing!!! I love the pants! They look so comfy and the boots….Yessss girl!!!

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Morgan
7 years ago

I love seeing bloggers re-style items!! While I’m not an “only sustainable clothing” kind of gal, I do appreciate minimal consumerism!

-Morgan
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Alyssa Avant
7 years ago

I used to wear this style of pants all the time when I was younger. SO many things like this are coming back into style. Scrunchies, these pants, etc.

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Taylor Mobley
7 years ago

Please please pretty please come redo my closet. You literally rock all things and have the best fashion sense. You look PERF.

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Kim
7 years ago

You look adorable in these polka dot pants! I love the fit and style of them on you.

xoxo,
Kim

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Jamaria Johnson
7 years ago

OMG I am in love with this entire outfit! You look so cute and these pants? DYING! xo

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Deanie
7 years ago

Love how you styled the polka dot pants! I think they’d be so cute with a white blouse or cami and denim jacket for spring too!
Xo, Deanie
Deanie Michelle

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Ifeoluwa Anani
7 years ago

So whimsical! I love everything from the glasses to the pants so chic!

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Anna English
7 years ago

These polka dot pants are so cute! I love how you styled them.

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Kristina
7 years ago

100% YES to polka dots- love those pants!

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Liz
7 years ago

These polka dot pants are super cute! I love how you style this whole outfit!

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Anna English
6 years ago

These polka dot pants are so cute! I love how you styled them.

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Ifeoluwa Anani
6 years ago

So whimsical! I love everything from the glasses to the pants so chic!

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Liz
6 years ago

These polka dot pants are super cute! I love how you style this whole outfit!

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Deanie
6 years ago

Love how you styled the polka dot pants! I think they’d be so cute with a white blouse or cami and denim jacket for spring too!
Xo, Deanie
Deanie Michelle

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Jamaria Johnson
6 years ago

OMG I am in love with this entire outfit! You look so cute and these pants? DYING! xo

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Taylor Mobley
6 years ago

Please please pretty please come redo my closet. You literally rock all things and have the best fashion sense. You look PERF.

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Kristina
6 years ago

100% YES to polka dots- love those pants!

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Kiara
6 years ago

I love this look on you! I have a pair of polka dot pants myself and they are one of my favorite pies of pants! Such a cute outfit and we head into spring!

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Candace
6 years ago

Love that you stuck to a black and white color palette — it definitely dresses up the look! I feel like this is a great transition outfit as we head into spring. Thanks for sharing!

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Greta
6 years ago

I never knew I needed polka dot pants until now. I’m obsessed with these!

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lee
6 years ago

Ah they are so cute. I’m also LOVING your hat!!!

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Laura Adney
6 years ago

The polka dots are so chic and fabulous! Such a great Spring staple!

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Summer
6 years ago

OMG yes, Stephanie!! You are rockin’ these out. I love the fit of them – very classy, yet also laid back enough to style different ways. So cute on you!

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Indya | The Small Adventurer
6 years ago

I’m a sucker for polka dots, and always have been! I think they’re one of the cutest patterns in existence, although I’ve never worn pants with them before. That might have to change soon! 😍

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Carolyn
6 years ago

Oh, these are so fun! I love polka dots and would totally rock these. I love how you styled them! Very street style chic!

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Recommend a book that feels like a fairytale 🧚🏼‍♀️ Recommend a book that feels like a fairytale 🧚🏼‍♀️

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I felt it instantly when I sensed her intense love for nature and the earth woven through the story, paired with such atmospheric writing that I regularly forgot I was not *in* the ethereal, whimsical world I was reading about 🌌 I felt it again in the way she writes of longing and love so powerful that there’s no doubt the characters will overcome every obstacle they face together 🤎 I felt it once more when I began to cry over supporting characters that (possibly) weren’t meant to elicit such strong emotions in the first place 🥹

THE SUN AND THE STARMAKER was everything I could possibly hope and dream a fairytale would be. It was beautiful and magical, and left me feeling so filled with joy and hope. It’s an absolute masterpiece 🙌🏼

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