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Happy first weekend of autumn 🍁 Who else is as thrilled as I am that the best season has officially arrived? 🀭
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β€’ The Nature of Witches by Rachel Griffin
β€’ All Souls by Deborah Harkness
β€’ Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree
β€’ Payback’s a Witch by Lana Harper
β€’ Sorcery of Thorns by Margaret Rogerson
β€’ Spells for Lost Things by Jenna Evans Welch
β€’ The Bone Houses by Emily Lloyd-Jones
β€’ The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna
β€’ The Wicked Deep by Shea Ernshaw
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Fashion · February 19, 2018

One Way to Rock Red After Valentine’s Day

It’s official, you guys – Minnie Mouse is my new style icon!

Alright, maybe that’s just what the cashier at H&M told me as I was buying this blouse, but I think it may stick because Minnie is one fierce little mouse! Β Whether I’m adopting her style, or just discovering my own, I’ve recently been intensely drawn to the colorΒ red. Β Apparently you all love it on me as well, because a few weeks back when I shared my first Valentine’s Day outfit, I got a million comments on how “red is my color!” Β Honestly, as a redhead, I never thought I would be able to pull it off so well, butΒ 1213 Hair Studio does such a great job transforming my locks into the perfect shade of merlot that I can wear nearly any color I’d like!

Here’s the thing though: a lot of people think red is just for Valentine’s Day or winter months. Β I’d like to stick my tongue out at those people because that’s as crazy as saying you can’t wear white after Labor Day (which, by the way, youΒ absolutely can). Β I’ve been finding some fantastic ways to incorporate red into my wardrobe lately, and thought I’d take you on the journey with me as I curate the perfect “red after Valentine’s Day” ensemble!


Outfit Details
similarΒ top | pants | heels | similarΒ earringsΒ | necklace | similar bag

I’ve already made my mind up that red, yellow, and all things printed are going to be my obsessions for the spring and summer.

Gimme polka dots, stripes, and gingham in excess, please and thanks! Β So naturally, when picking out my red blouse, the polka dot style immediately stood out (it also could’ve been the Minnie Mouse in my head saying, “you gotta buy that!”). Β I knew it would match beautifully with the ruffle heels I rocked for Valentine’s Day, so all that was left to buy was a pair of bottoms. Β Then I saw these boyfriend-style denim pants, and I leapt outside of my comfort zone and left the store with them in hand.

You know that situation when you try something on in the mall, love the way it looks in the fitting room, then get home, put it on again, and wonder why the actual heck you decided to buy them? Β Okay, that’s kinda how I felt about these pants at first. Β Let it be known, I’ve always worn jeans that fit like a glove, so this whole “boyfriend-style” thing was new to me. Β But with a little reassuring from the Instagram world, I decided to keep them. Β I put them on again today and could actually hear the angel choir singing. Β Needless to say, I knew this blouse and pant combo was a winner because while taking these photos, a group of women in a car at the stoplight next to me took the time to roll down their windows and say, “girl you lookΒ GREAT!” That may seem like a little thing, but it put a pep in my step for the rest of the day!

Tell me how you’ll be wearing red for the spring and summer!  Are you one for vibrant prints and colors like me?

In: Fashion · Tagged: affordable fashion, boyfriend denim, Galentine's Day, H&M, minnie mouse, polka dot blouse, polka dots, red, red blouse, red for spring, spring style, Valentine's Day, winter to spring

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Donna
5 years ago

Love these happy colors!

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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Me too! Even if I do look a bit like Minnie Mouse πŸ˜‰

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Stephanie Konkle
5 years ago

Loving the red top! I’m all for wearing red all year long!

xo, Steph | UrbanBlonde.com

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sarah lindner
5 years ago

Such a cute valentines day look or date night look! Red is such a good color on you!

xoxo
Sarah Lindner
http://www.thehouseofsequins.com

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Anna English
5 years ago

Red is such a fun color to wear year round! This outfit is too cute on you!

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lydia
5 years ago

Love this whole look on you girl! H&M is seriously killing it right now with all of their clothes. And we’re right there with ya on being obsessed with all the prints for spring / summer.

xo, Lydia

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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It’s a rare occasion when I can’t find something that works for me at H&M! They’ve gotta be my favorite store!

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Cathy
5 years ago

Cute outfit! I agree, red is for all year long!!

XOXO
Cathy

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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I’m so glad you think so as well. I see that it tends to be worn most around Christmas and Valentine’s Day – but I think it’s great during all seasons!

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Stephanie Konkle
5 years ago

Loving the red top! I’m all for wearing red all year long!

xo, Steph | UrbanBlonde.com

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
Reply to  Stephanie Konkle

I’m so glad you agree! It’s such a happy color – and it looks amazing on you!

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sarah lindner
5 years ago

Such a cute valentines day look or date night look! Red is such a good color on you!

xoxo
Sarah Lindner
http://www.thehouseofsequins.com

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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Totally! I know Valentine’s Day has passed, which is why I wanted to share this look, because I feel like it’s acceptable at any time of the year πŸ™‚

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Oh to Be a Muse
5 years ago

Red is not my color, so you won’t see me wearing it much at all — not even on Valentine’s Day. But red really works with your great hair.

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
Reply to  Oh to Be a Muse

Oh my gosh that can’t be true! I could see you totally rocking red!

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Whit
5 years ago

girl you look stunning in red and those polka dots!? LOVE!

Britt+Whit

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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That’s too sweet of you! Thanks for the kind words! I sure do love polka dots too πŸ™‚

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the eye traveler
5 years ago

those heels are so cute ! Loving the pop of red in your outfit, it makes the cold weather much more fun ;p

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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These heels were certainly a winner the first time I shared them, so I knew they’d be well-loved the second time around hehe. Thanks for the kind words!

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Anna English
5 years ago

Red is such a fun color to wear year round! This outfit is too cute on you!

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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So true! Red is a confidence booster for me and so many others, so I want to find as many fun, red pieces to add to my wardrobe and share with my little corner of the blogosphere!

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Nicole
5 years ago

So glad you kept the denim too, cuz this look is a fave of mine and you look so gorgeous in it! Love the addition of the sassy red heels too!!

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Lavenda Memory
5 years ago

Red is always such a fun color pop!!

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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Agreed! It’s such a sassy color and so fun to wear in so many different ways. I’m looking to incorporate it as much as possible for the upcoming spring!

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Kristin
5 years ago

OK first of all, your hair is stunning. Second, I’ve been wearing a lot of red too, and I think it’s because I recently went back from strawberry blonde to golden blonde and the strawberry just clashed so much! It looks stunning against your rich new hair color.

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Kristina
5 years ago

This polka dot top is precious and I absolutely love wearing red!

xo, Kristina

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Laura Leigh
5 years ago

These mom jeans look amazing on you! Especially when paired with those killer heels. You are definitely rocking this red after Valentine’s Day look gal!

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

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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Aww thank you! I definitely wasn’t sure about them at first, but now I’m obsessed! They’re just so comfy – and they definitely do work well with heels!

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the eye traveler
5 years ago

those heels are so cute ! Loving the pop of red in your outfit, it makes the cold weather much more fun ;p

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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These heels were certainly a winner the first time I shared them, so I knew they’d be well-loved the second time around hehe. Thanks for the kind words!

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Delia
5 years ago

Red is definitely your color! Love Minnie Mouse! Love this polka dot red top!!!

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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Awww thank you so much! I’m definitely channeling my inner Minnie Mouse, that’s for sure hehe πŸ™‚

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Nicole
5 years ago

So glad you kept the denim too, cuz this look is a fave of mine and you look so gorgeous in it! Love the addition of the sassy red heels too!!

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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Ahh that’s the greatest thing to hear. You’re making me extra glad I kept them! Thanks so much!

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Lavenda Memory
5 years ago

Red is always such a fun color pop!!

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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Agreed! It’s such a sassy color and so fun to wear in so many different ways. I’m looking to incorporate it as much as possible for the upcoming spring!

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Kristin
5 years ago

OK first of all, your hair is stunning. Second, I’ve been wearing a lot of red too, and I think it’s because I recently went back from strawberry blonde to golden blonde and the strawberry just clashed so much! It looks stunning against your rich new hair color.

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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Wow, way to make my day! Thank you so much for the sweet words. I definitely adore red, and never thought it would work with my hair, but it’s even better than I thought it’d be. I’m sure it looks spectacular on you as well πŸ™‚

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Bianca
5 years ago

You look so natural in front of the camera!
Bx

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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Haha well that’s good to hear! After nearly 3 years of fashion blogging, I sure hope so! Thanks so much πŸ™‚

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Kristina
5 years ago

This polka dot top is precious and I absolutely love wearing red!

xo, Kristina

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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I think it’s just the most fun and cute little top! And it’s crazy comfortable too πŸ™‚

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Helen
5 years ago

Love your top and you shoes. I love how you put your outfit together. Looks really great on you!

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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Thank you so much! Red has been a serious repeat color for me lately. I’m loving it for sure!

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Kait Elizabeth
5 years ago

Red is definitely a year round shade! you look great! Hugs, Kait
http://www.baskinginburgundy.com

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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Agreed 100%! Glad you think so too!

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Kellie
5 years ago

I’m loving the red and totally agree. It’s not just for Valentine’s Day and the holidays. I’m definitely going to need those shoes too! πŸ™‚
xoxox,
Kellie
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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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Hehehe right? I think it’s so sad when people reserve it for those times of the year. I love it all the time!

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Kileen
5 years ago

This is such a cute outfit girl! I am loving that top as well as these cute heels!
Kileen
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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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Aw thanks, girly! I can definitely see you rocking this blouse!

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Belle
5 years ago

Seriously, those sandals are the cutest! I love the ruffle details!

Belle | http://www.OneAwesomeMomma.com

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
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They’re my obsession lately! I can’t stop wearing them haha!

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Nataly
5 years ago

You look so cute in red! I love it!

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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That’s so nice to hear! Thanks!

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Hannah
5 years ago

How fun are those red polka dots!! I love the pop of red with the shoes as well:)

xoxo, Hannah

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Shelby Back
5 years ago

love adding a pop of red to any outfit!

xo!
Shelby

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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It’s such a fun way to brighten up a look, don’t you think? πŸ™‚

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Nicole Flint
5 years ago

Oh i’m here for this red!! I love this look! Super fun and I love the photos!

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Belle
5 years ago

Seriously, those sandals are the cutest! I love the ruffle details!

Belle | http://www.OneAwesomeMomma.com

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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They’re my obsession lately! I can’t stop wearing them haha!

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Deborah
5 years ago

Literally everything about this outfit is perfect! Red is definitely your color! Also, I need those jeans in my life!

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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Awww thank you so much! I keep hearing that I should wear red more often. I’m trying to incorporate it into my wardrobe as much as possible now! πŸ™‚

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Hannah
5 years ago

How fun are those red polka dots!! I love the pop of red with the shoes as well:)

xoxo, Hannah

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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Apparently Minnie Mouse is my spirit animal haha! Thanks so much!

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Nicole Flint
5 years ago

Oh i’m here for this red!! I love this look! Super fun and I love the photos!

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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Yesss! I love that you love it! Thank you so much!

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Sarah Tripp
5 years ago

Okay, you’re THE cutest! Love love loveeee this outfit!

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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No way, that’s definitely you! This outfit definitely had me thinking of you with all the fun red!

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Katey
5 years ago

Oh my goodness! Your pictures are so fun! I adore this cute look. Red is fierce! I’m loving the boyfriend jeans this Season too – so comfy and look cute paired with everything!
XOXO
Katey

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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That’s the nicest thing to hear. Thank you! I love having fun with my photos πŸ™‚ I gotta find more ways to wear these BF jeans. They’re so comfy!

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Sarah Tripp
5 years ago

Okay, you’re THE cutest! Love love loveeee this outfit!

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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No way, that’s definitely you! This outfit definitely had me thinking of you with all the fun red!

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Madeline
5 years ago

Loving all the red! The jeans look great on you!

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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Oh thank you so much for the boost of confidence!

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Jessica
5 years ago

That top is so fun! Red is one of the only colors that I wear on a regular basis. Love it!
xo Jessica
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Jessica
5 years ago

That top is so fun! Red is one of the only colors that I wear on a regular basis. Love it!
xo Jessica
http://www.whatsfordinneresq.com

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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It’s such a great color, isn’t it? It makes me happy whenever I wear it!

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Tonya
5 years ago

Red is not just a romantic color! Its also happy and sexy! I love how you styled this and those heels are to die for!!

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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So true! Red takes on so many personalities, in my opinion.

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Lacey
5 years ago

Your pics are killing it lately steph! Love that top and esp those shoes!

xx,

Lacey

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Stephanie Whitman
4 years ago
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Omg Lacey, that’s such a huge compliment. Thank you!

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Lisa
5 years ago

Ummm yes to all of this! Love that top so much! You styled this outfit perfectly!

XO-Lisa

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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I’m definitely going to be over-wearing this top from now on haha! It’s such a happy piece!

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Lacey
5 years ago

Your pics are killing it lately steph! Love that top and esp those shoes!

xx,

Lacey

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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Omg Lacey, that’s such a huge compliment. Thank you!

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Sharon Wu
5 years ago

You really rock the red darling! I don’t wear it too often but also love how it adds a nice pop of color to my outfits. Will definitely be wearing it more this spring once it warms up some… a cold front has weirdly arrived in PS this week and I’m living in the same (and only pair of) black sweats/sweater hahaha. Hope you are having a fab week! xo

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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Omg a cold front?? In PS?!? That’s nearly unheard of haha! I hope you enjoy the more wintery weather πŸ˜‰

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Candace
5 years ago

If you know me by now, you know that I don’t care what time of year it is. If I want to wear a certain color, I will. After all, there’s no one to stop us haha. I have been wearing red since before the holidays and I don’t plan on stopping any time soon. That blouse is perfect on you!

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Stephanie Whitman
5 years ago
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That’s one of the things I love most about you and your amazing style! Thanks for always inspiring me to try new things!

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Steph
5 years ago

I totally pinned this! Such a great post. Thanks for sharing!

xo,
Steph
@trendyinindy || trendyinindy.com

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For quite some time, I've been wanting to give my bedroom a facelift--making it fit the "cozy cottage" vibe I desired when I first bought this house 🏑
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Before starting my renovation journey, I created a mood board with my ideal home decor in mind πŸ›οΈ I knew that I wanted a wood dresser that combined modern farmhouse with classic elements, and @sauderusa 100% delivered! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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This stunning oak dresser immediately brought serious #SauderStyle (aka new life and so much beautiful warmth) to the room 🀎 It's incredibly sturdy, has so much space, and was honestly quite easy to assemble (with a friend) πŸ› οΈ I still catch myself staring at it each time I walk by 😍
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Is there a book you read this year that you don't Is there a book you read this year that you don't see mentioned nearly enough on bookstagram? πŸ“– Hype up why I should read it in the comments! πŸ’¬
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The first titles that come to mind from my 2023 reading list (so far) are:
🌲 We Are All So Good at Smiling by @ambsmcbride 
πŸ“– The Neighbor Favor by @kristinaforest_ 
πŸ’» Just My Type by @falonballard 
πŸ₯³ House Party edited by @justinwritesya 
🦊 The Night Fox by @ashleywilda_ 
πŸ¦β€β¬› Illuminations by @redwombatstudio
πŸ“š Story Thieves by @jamesrileyauthor 
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Have you read any of these books or are any of them on your TBR? 🀎 
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If the main character of your current read asked y If the main character of your current read asked you to swap lives with them right now, would you agree? πŸ’­ Why or why not? πŸ€”
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πŸ—οΈ I definitely would NOT swap lives with either Grayson or Jameson in The Brothers Hawthorne because I don't even have a fraction of their brain power to solve puzzles and enter high-stakes games.. like that would just be a recipe for disaster! 🫣
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🏰 Aaaand I also probably wouldn't swap with Agatha or Sophie in The School for Good and Evil because I'd be very confused in a place like that and wind up creating chaos without meaning to because how do you *not* when you're living in close quarters with fairytale characters? πŸ˜…
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I've been drinking this Bannered Mare tea from @steepedinlore with a splash of milk almost daily and it's been just the pick-me-up I need when I have those midday slumps after spending hours at my desk πŸ’» You don't want to miss this one and you can use the code ESPRESSO10 for a discount when you make your purchase! πŸ«–
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If you don't want to swap with the MC of your current read, which character WOULD you want to trade lives with? πŸ“–
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What are some of your favorite autumnal books? πŸ‚
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Happy first weekend of autumn 🍁 Who else is as thrilled as I am that the best season has officially arrived? 🀭
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I spent the day baking pumpkin bread with my sister, reading The Brothers Hawthorne while sipping my (multiple) cups of coffee, and watching the blustery rainy weather πŸŽƒ
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To answer my own question, here are a few of my top cozy, autumn book recs:
β€’ The Nature of Witches by Rachel Griffin
β€’ All Souls by Deborah Harkness
β€’ Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree
β€’ Payback’s a Witch by Lana Harper
β€’ Sorcery of Thorns by Margaret Rogerson
β€’ Spells for Lost Things by Jenna Evans Welch
β€’ The Bone Houses by Emily Lloyd-Jones
β€’ The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna
β€’ The Wicked Deep by Shea Ernshaw
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Have you read any of these? πŸ“–
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Do you plan your reads around the seasons? 🍁
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I don't pick up many spring or summer books (since I dislike those seasons), but I typically find myself reading more cozy or witchy novels during autumn! πŸ‚ Doing this helps me to fully embrace my favorite time of the year πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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It'll come as no surprise to you that, thanks to @steepedinlore, I've also been sipping on many mugs of tea while I dive into my autumnal reads πŸ«– Make sure you use my code ESPRESSO10 to get a discount on your seasonal tea purchase! 🀎
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πŸ” FUN FACT ABOUT THIS PHOTO: My sweet and smooshy calico cat, Nona, decided that scarf was her snuggle spot and curled right upβ€”she makes the cutest prop, doesn’t she? πŸ₯Ή
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Where do you purchase your home decor? πŸͺ΄ β €β € Where do you purchase your home decor? πŸͺ΄
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SURPRISE! I'm going to begin adding home content to this page and I'm incredibly excited about it πŸ₯³ I've been slowly but surely transforming my house into the cozy little cottage of my dreams and the first thing to get a rework was the gallery wall in my bedroom, thanks to @desenio πŸ–ΌοΈ
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I've been shopping from Desenio for YEARS now and very highly recommend their stunning art prints and frames, so of course, the opportunity to be a #DesenioPartner for this project was a dream come true πŸ™ŒπŸΌ In fact, I have gallery walls featuring their posters in three different rooms in my home--that's how much I love them 😍
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You can read my full review of this company (from products to pricing to shipping, and more) at the link in my bio πŸ’» And between now and October 3, you can get 45% off your purchase from @desenio using the code ESPRESSOEDITION 🫢🏼
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Which print in my new gallery wall is your favorite? 🀎
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What are some books that you've made your entire p What are some books that you've made your entire personality? πŸ™ˆ
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Truthfully, it doesn't matter how long you've followed me, you probably already know that I love all things Shadow and Bone 🫢🏼 I've been going through a Grishaverse reread this year and loving every second of it, but nothing will compare to those first three books! πŸ₯°
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I was late to the game with this trilogy, reading it for the first time just a little before the show first premiered, but it quickly became a core part of my personality πŸ˜‰ Now, I own two signed copies of the first book (one is the special edition hardcover and one is the show tie-in) πŸ“– And no joke, 90% of my candles are related to the Grishaverse in some way (thank you @janzywaxco for providing the perfect scents for my many rereads and rewatches πŸ•―οΈ)
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Hi friends--what have I missed? 🀎
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All I'm hearing on repeat in my head is Jacob Black's ridiculous, "Where the hell have you been, loca?" πŸ˜† I missed you all SO MUCH this past month and a half 😭
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So to answer the werewolf's question:
🫢🏼 I got to spend a week with one of my best buddies in Ohio and we made friendship blankets, got matching Gilmore Girls tattoos, went to high tea, watched a ton of Seinfeld, avoided a tornado, and shopped til we dropped (it was the best time)
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πŸ“– @chronicacademia and I have been buddy-reading like our lives depend on it for quite some time, but actually meeting in person and being able to geek out over books together face-to-face was the absolute best
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πŸ₯€ The chance to meet one of my favorite authors during the same trip? Couldn't pass that up! I attended the Foxglove book tour in Columbus for @authoradalyngrace and it was such a surreal experience
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πŸͺ΄ I've begun to work on some home projects--finally turning my cozy cottage into exactly that--and I'm loving every second of it! Very thankful for some incredible partnerships that will be coming to this page real soon
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πŸ₯° I’ve spent so much quality time with my family, including celebrating my sister’s birthday with her making such precious memories. So grateful for my incredible tribe who have held me up and brought so much comfort lately. 
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πŸ’” The life update that I posted on my stories on Sept 1 explained the hardest part of why I disappeared for so long. I know that there are great plans for my future even as I stumble my way through the now (if you missed it and are confused, feel free to DM me)
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Now, tell me something that you're looking forward to this autumn πŸ‚
What was the last book someone recommended to you What was the last book someone recommended to you that became a favorite? 🀎
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Okay, this wasn't the last one for me, but it was the FIRST book that @chronicacademia recommended to me… and it became an instant fave 😍
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The Bone Houses is a cozy-creepy (aka, not scary, but just a little eerie, while also being totally cozy and atmospheric) fantasy with incredible disability rep and a truly creative story 🦴 If you haven't read it yet, I highly recommend it for your "spooky season" TBR πŸŽƒ
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Do you prefer to savor one book for an extended pe Do you prefer to savor one book for an extended period of time, or do you tend to fly through your reads pretty quickly? ⏳
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There was something really nice about slowing down and reading little bits at a time, then discussing them with my friend, then reading more, then theorizing about the plot, then reading a little more, etc. 🀎 It felt good to just appreciate the book rather than gobbling it up (though I know I'll go right back to that with whatever I read next πŸ˜†)
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