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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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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 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 · February 5, 2018

The Secret to a Date Night Outfit That Wows!

In this post I’m going to share my secret to creating a date night outfit that totally wows!

I’ve been around the block, and gone on my fair share of dates. I may be getting married soon but that doesn’t mean I’ll quit shopping for those dynamite looks to totally knock B off his feet!

Here is what I’ve learned:

Show some skin, but not too much! This isn’tΒ Pretty Woman, and classy is always synonymous with sexy.

You’ll notice in my outfit, I chose a shorter skirt, but a higher neckline. I focused on my long legs and even flattered them with some high heels, but I didn’t want to overly reveal by wearing a plunging neckline as well. This was the perfect middle ground.

Choose a color that makes you comfortable. Whether that’s your favorite color, or just one you know looks amazing with your skin tone.

I went with black and pops of gold. Black is always sexy in my opinion, and I feel super confident in it. Gold flatters my skin tone, so I knew the combo would be smashing!

Keep bold accessories to a minimum. If you’re wearing bright red sunnies, a printed scarf around your neck, a lip print purse, a yellow hat, and feather earrings – your date might be too distracted to focus on the true beauty: your face.

Like most gals, I love me some accessories, and I even gathered a few of my favorites together for this look. I didn’t, however, go overboard – and I stayed with my color scheme. A pair of gold earrings, a crossbody bag, some killer heels, and a fun baker boy hat were all I needed to take this look to the next level.


Outfit Details
star print skirt + blouse | heels | hat c/o Lipton Publicity | earrings c/o Spirited & Co | similar bag

Of course I can’t close out this post without mentioning my very biggest, top secret, super important tip –

Wear a smile!

It’s cheesy, but it’s true. A confident woman is an attractive woman, and if you don’t feel confident quite yet, just know that fashion is a great place to start. When you feel beautiful on the outside, that confidence within begins to show and your beauty only increases!

Don’t push away those pre-date jitters because they’ll keep you exhilarated throughout the evening. Just keep smiling, and soon, not only will your date be smiling back, but you’ll notice that you’re having more fun than you could’ve imagined!


Related Posts
A Spring Date Look Your Significant Other Will Love // What to Wear on a Valentine’s Day DateΒ // A Boyfriend-Approved Date Night Dress for Spring

Alright, so those were a few extra tidbits aside from just creating a fabulous date night look, but they’re all coming from experience, so now I can only hope my experiences help you make marvelous memories!

In: Fashion · Tagged: black and gold, Chicwish, date dress, date night, date outfit, gold stars, layered dress, star print, wear two ways, winter fashion, winter style

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Comments

  1. Shira says

    August 21, 2019 at 1:29 AM

    Those tips are awesome and I loveeee the layering of that gorgeous star print!

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  2. Kimberly Burke says

    February 5, 2018 at 8:55 AM

    Your adorable! I love those pumps and the lace details on the sleeves!!! Super cute gf!!!

    http://www.withlovefromkimberly.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 5, 2018 at 7:52 PM

      That’s so sweet of you! I love these heels to death. There’s nothing quite like a pair of rose gold pumps to give you a confidence boost for date night πŸ˜‰

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  3. lydia says

    February 5, 2018 at 10:44 AM

    Okay girl, you’re seriously the cutest & so fab! Can I have this whole look, please?! Love all your tips and couldn’t agree more with you. Really love the wear a smile, part!!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 5, 2018 at 7:52 PM

      Well aren’t you just a gem?! Seriously, this comment made me smile so hard. Thank you!

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  4. Lacey says

    February 5, 2018 at 10:46 AM

    Could you be any cuter? Seriously dying RN!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 5, 2018 at 7:53 PM

      Of course I could be cuter – I could be you! Hehe. Thanks, Lacey!

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  5. Emily Wilkinson says

    February 5, 2018 at 11:16 AM

    Such good tips & I love that look!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 5, 2018 at 7:53 PM

      I love hearing that. Thanks so much for the kind words! ❀️

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  6. roxy says

    August 21, 2019 at 1:29 AM

    Such a cute date night look! I agree with all of your tips, and would add that a subtle tease can be a little sexy. For example I might wear black leggings with a white-button down to work with a nude bra underneath….and then before I meet up with my fiance I might change into a black bra underneath instead for a slightly sexier look.

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 10:04 PM

      You’re even more daring than I am. I generally don’t go for the exposed lingerie look, but I know some people who can rock it for sure!

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  7. Oh to Be a Muse says

    February 5, 2018 at 12:29 PM

    I like your point about keeping bold accessories to a minimum. You look lovely in this hat!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 5, 2018 at 7:54 PM

      It’s so nice to hear you agree! I just feel like even I get distracted when I’m wearing so many accessories, so I’m sure my date is feeling that way all the more! Thanks πŸ™‚

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  8. KatWalkSF says

    February 5, 2018 at 12:37 PM

    I am SO in love with your dress! You are the cutest!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 5, 2018 at 7:54 PM

      I love it too! The star print stole my heart immediately, and the fun layering had me hooked!

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  9. Annette Dattilo says

    February 5, 2018 at 12:44 PM

    Confidence goes such a long way. Love the star print on your dress.

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 5, 2018 at 7:55 PM

      Agreed 100%, and I think a lot of confidence can come from feeling great in a dynamite outfit. This look definitely gives me confidence!

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  10. Sharon Wu says

    February 5, 2018 at 1:09 PM

    i literally love anything with stars on it so needless to say i’m in love with this dress! and anything you wear wows πŸ˜‰ hehe <3 have a wonderful week sweetie!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 5, 2018 at 7:55 PM

      Haha I feel the exact same way, Sharon! Star print has been my kryptonite lately. There’s just something so whimsical and fun about it! Thanks for the sweet words ❀️

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  11. Liz says

    February 5, 2018 at 1:44 PM

    Such a cute outfit! And I love all of these tips! Definitely agree with being confident!

    Liz

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 5, 2018 at 7:56 PM

      Confidence is definitely a struggle for me, and that’s where I rely heavily on my outfit because when I feel like I look good, I feel much more bold and confident. Gotta love fashion – for so many reasons!

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  12. Kelsey says

    August 21, 2019 at 1:29 AM

    Okay that dress with those heels… absolute perfection! Such a great date night look! xo

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 10:04 PM

      Kelsey, you’re so sweet! Thanks for the encouraging words. I’m glad you like this look so much! πŸ™‚

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  13. Shira says

    February 5, 2018 at 1:48 PM

    Those tips are awesome and I loveeee the layering of that gorgeous star print!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 5, 2018 at 7:56 PM

      Can you believe this dress came with the layered top beneath? I love the concept so much, but the great part is that they aren’t attached, so if I wanted to switch things up, I totally could – which means I can wear this dress into spring and summer no problem!

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  14. Nataly says

    February 5, 2018 at 2:07 PM

    Great tips and even cuter dress! I love rose gold anything!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 5, 2018 at 7:57 PM

      Thank you so much, Nataly. I’m a sucker for rose gold as well!

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  15. Kait Elizabeth says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:48 PM

    I love the layered look of this dress! I’m always wearing a turtleneck under stuff in the winter for warmth! Hugs, Kait

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  16. roxy says

    February 5, 2018 at 4:53 PM

    Such a cute date night look! I agree with all of your tips, and would add that a subtle tease can be a little sexy. For example I might wear black leggings with a white-button down to work with a nude bra underneath….and then before I meet up with my fiance I might change into a black bra underneath instead for a slightly sexier look.

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 5, 2018 at 7:57 PM

      You’re even more daring than I am. I generally don’t go for the exposed lingerie look, but I know some people who can rock it for sure!

      Reply
  17. the eye traveler says

    February 5, 2018 at 6:16 PM

    such a lovely outfit for a date night. beautiful yet also keeps you warm, what an ultimate goal?!

    http://www.theeyetraveler.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 5, 2018 at 7:58 PM

      Definitely! I appreciate the fact that Chicwish kept winter in mind when they came out with their latest line of cute dresses. I don’t have to worry as much about freezing to death but I still feel super cute!

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  18. Kelsey says

    February 5, 2018 at 6:46 PM

    Okay that dress with those heels… absolute perfection! Such a great date night look! xo

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 5, 2018 at 7:58 PM

      Kelsey, you’re so sweet! Thanks for the encouraging words. I’m glad you like this look so much! πŸ™‚

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  19. Kait Elizabeth says

    February 5, 2018 at 8:15 PM

    I love the layered look of this dress! I’m always wearing a turtleneck under stuff in the winter for warmth! Hugs, Kait

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 5, 2018 at 8:59 PM

      I love that too. That’s why I was so excited when this dress came already layered. Such a unique piece!

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  20. Rachael Thomas says

    February 5, 2018 at 8:15 PM

    I’m in love with this star print dress on you, and these are such great tips! The gold accessories and hat look perfect!
    Rachael

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 5, 2018 at 8:59 PM

      Thanks a million! I am a huge star print junkie haha so this dress was made for me!

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  21. Kileen says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:48 PM

    Great tips babe and your outfit is so cute!! I am loving that star print!

    Kileen
    cute & little

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  22. Nicole says

    February 5, 2018 at 8:55 PM

    Yes πŸ™ŒπŸ» definitely smile, what a difference it can make!! Love your tips, and you are just the cutest, love your posts so much!!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 5, 2018 at 9:00 PM

      Goodness, it makes a difference even just to me when I smile! So important. Best accessory there is!

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  23. Kileen says

    February 6, 2018 at 1:51 AM

    Great tips babe and your outfit is so cute!! I am loving that star print!

    Kileen
    cute & little

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 6, 2018 at 4:17 PM

      Thanks so much cutie! Star print has become a serious obsession of mine. I think I’ll be putting together a full star-print round up soon!

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  24. Helen says

    February 6, 2018 at 2:29 AM

    This are great tips! And I love your outfit, you look so fab! I also love your gold rose shoes. Perfect for your black dress! πŸ™‚

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 6, 2018 at 4:17 PM

      I feel like I can run the world in these rose gold heels. They are seriously stunning!

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  25. Julia Comil says

    February 6, 2018 at 3:11 AM

    Love your shoes and dress!!! So pretty!!! The hat is the perfect final touch

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 6, 2018 at 4:18 PM

      Aww thank you, Julia. You have no idea how nice that is to hear because I was totally worried that I couldn’t pull off this hat haha!

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  26. Cara Newhart says

    August 21, 2019 at 10:04 PM

    You’re too cute! I love how unique this outfit is and those gold heels are ah-mazing!

    xo, Cara
    https://brighterbold.com

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

    February 6, 2018 at 10:17 AM

    Amazing tips! And I love love love your dress! It’s so cute and flirty, and I love the heels! Great outfit!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 6, 2018 at 4:18 PM

      You’d seriously look adorable in this dress! It’s such a fun one with the layered mock-neck top beneath!

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  28. Rach says

    February 6, 2018 at 10:42 AM

    You nailed it with your outfit tips! And this dress of yours is so cute! It is a good mixture of flirty and classy!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 6, 2018 at 4:18 PM

      That’s the best thing to hear. Thanks a million, gorgeous!

      Reply
  29. Cara Newhart says

    February 6, 2018 at 2:07 PM

    You’re too cute! I love how unique this outfit is and those gold heels are ah-mazing!

    xo, Cara
    https://brighterbold.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 6, 2018 at 4:19 PM

      I agree with you 100%. These rose gold heels are one of my favorite pairs of shoes because they’re just such fun!

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  30. Laura Leigh says

    February 6, 2018 at 6:12 PM

    You look SO fabulous and I LOVE how much fun you’re having in these photos!!!

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

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 7, 2018 at 9:46 AM

      That’s so sweet of you to say! I definitely love having fun with my photos. I want people to see my personality more than anything πŸ™‚

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  31. prachi says

    August 21, 2019 at 8:03 PM

    love the lace details and the pumps

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  32. Laura says

    February 6, 2018 at 6:47 PM

    Love your date night outfit!! These are all great tips. I love getting dressed up for date night with my hubby too!

    xo, Laura

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 7, 2018 at 9:47 AM

      There’s something so special about walking into the room in a gorgeous dress and my fiancΓ© just going, “WOW!” And I’m sure you understand that!

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  33. Laura Botkin says

    February 6, 2018 at 10:44 PM

    This outfit is so cute!! Love the tip about smiling! I have always struggled with it when I was dating!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 7, 2018 at 9:48 AM

      Oh my goodness same here! I would just be so insecure and stressed out on dates haha. Thankfully my fiancΓ© is great at making me smile so I don’t have to try so hard anymore πŸ˜‰

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  34. Jessica says

    February 6, 2018 at 11:16 PM

    You look so cute here! Love that dress! So important to smile all the time!
    xo Jessica
    http://www.whatsfordinneresq.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 7, 2018 at 9:48 AM

      I can’t even rave enough about this dress. It’s seriously the cutest of all time! I feel 100x more confident when I wear it!

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  35. prachi says

    February 6, 2018 at 11:22 PM

    love the lace details and the pumps

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 7, 2018 at 9:48 AM

      Thanks so much!

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  36. Ruth Ridley says

    February 7, 2018 at 8:19 AM

    And you wear the best style!!! You are killing it in this dress mama!!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 7, 2018 at 9:48 AM

      Awww that’s seriously the nicest thing to hear! Thank you, gorgeous!

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  37. Denise Kokinis says

    August 21, 2019 at 7:16 AM

    Totally agreed on showing a little bit of skin but not too much! I love the bit of subtly that goes into wearing an outfit for date night! I love the way you put this together, it is sooo cute!

    Denise | Fashion Love Letters

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  38. Anna English says

    February 7, 2018 at 9:16 AM

    I totally agree, CLASSY IS ALWAYS SYNONYMOUS WITH SEXY! Cute star print too!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 7, 2018 at 9:49 AM

      Yes! I love that you agree! I don’t feel like I have to show all my goods to the world to feel sexy. Sometimes covering up can be even more alluring! Classy is definitely sexy ❀️

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  39. Kylie says

    February 7, 2018 at 10:14 AM

    Gorgeous girl you are ROCKING this look! LOVE your cute tips too!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 8, 2018 at 10:13 AM

      Oh my gosh that’s the nicest thing to hear. Thank you so much!!!

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  40. Sara says

    February 7, 2018 at 1:27 PM

    Those heels are so fun and I love your quilted bag! And I agree that the key to date night sexy is to highlight your best/favorite feature and leave the rest to the imagination!

    xo, Sara

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 8, 2018 at 10:14 AM

      You can’t go wrong with rose gold heels in my opinion πŸ˜‰ And I’m so glad you agree! I think that’s a super important thing to remember for date nights!

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  41. Whit says

    February 7, 2018 at 1:43 PM

    LOVE how you layered this dress over a cozy turtleneck! Your style game is strong!!

    love,
    Britt+Whit

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 8, 2018 at 10:14 AM

      It actually came that way πŸ™‚ The pieces can come apart, but I love them together for winter!

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  42. Denise Kokinis says

    February 7, 2018 at 2:03 PM

    Totally agreed on showing a little bit of skin but not too much! I love the bit of subtly that goes into wearing an outfit for date night! I love the way you put this together, it is sooo cute!

    Denise | Fashion Love Letters

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 8, 2018 at 10:15 AM

      I think subtly is super important when it comes to date night outfits. Leave some of it to the imagination hehe

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  43. Steph says

    February 7, 2018 at 7:37 PM

    I am so in love with this whole look! You are killing it.

    xo,
    Steph
    @trendyinindy || trendyinindy.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 8, 2018 at 10:15 AM

      Thanks so much, Steph! I’m so glad you like it!

      Reply
  44. LuxMommy says

    February 8, 2018 at 6:20 PM

    Yes, the perfect date night look. I love this and that purse is too cute!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 9, 2018 at 8:34 AM

      I agree 100%. This look is great for date night or really any other occasion as well!

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  45. Ashley says

    February 8, 2018 at 8:34 PM

    This dress is SO darling! I love the star print and love how you styled it!!

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 9, 2018 at 8:34 AM

      Thanks so much! Star print is such an obsession of mine lately!

      Reply
  46. Azanique Rawl says

    August 21, 2019 at 7:16 AM

    This dress is so cute! What a fun outfit πŸ™‚

    -xo, Azanique | http://www.lotsofsass.com

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  47. Azanique Rawl says

    February 9, 2018 at 2:31 AM

    This dress is so cute! What a fun outfit πŸ™‚

    -xo, Azanique | http://www.lotsofsass.com

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    • Stephanie Whitman says

      February 9, 2018 at 8:34 AM

      Thanks you, gorgeous! I sure do love a good statement dress!

      Reply
  48. Jenn Hanft says

    August 21, 2019 at 7:16 AM

    Ahhhhh I’m so in love with your style and your smile! I love the stars on this little black dress that make it so much more cute! Layered on top of a turtleneck is perfect for the colder weather. And girrrrrl you know how to pull off hats πŸ™‚ I wish I can pull off hats like that haha. Bookmarking this for date night tips hehe muahh <3

    With love, Jenn
    https://jubilantdose.com

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  49. Carolyna Bauer says

    August 21, 2019 at 8:03 PM

    love this look! I love dressing up classy! XOXO,
    Carolyna
    @carolynabauer // carolynabauer.com

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  50. Jenn Hanft says

    February 12, 2018 at 7:47 PM

    Ahhhhh I’m so in love with your style and your smile! I love the stars on this little black dress that make it so much more cute! Layered on top of a turtleneck is perfect for the colder weather. And girrrrrl you know how to pull off hats πŸ™‚ I wish I can pull off hats like that haha. Bookmarking this for date night tips hehe muahh <3

    With love, Jenn
    https://jubilantdose.com

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  51. Carolyna Bauer says

    February 12, 2018 at 10:44 PM

    love this look! I love dressing up classy! XOXO,
    Carolyna
    @carolynabauer // carolynabauer.com

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  52. kelly Fordon says

    February 23, 2018 at 10:30 AM

    Such a darling date night look! I’m all about star lately, so naturally, I NEED that dress!

    Birdie Shoots

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  53. Julia Comil says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:48 PM

    Love your shoes and dress!!! So pretty!!! The hat is the perfect final touch

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  54. Helen says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:48 PM

    This are great tips! And I love your outfit, you look so fab! I also love your gold rose shoes. Perfect for your black dress! πŸ™‚

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  55. Nicole says

    August 20, 2019 at 9:49 PM

    Yes 🙌🏻 definitely smile, what a difference it can make!! Love your tips, and you are just the cutest, love your posts so much!!

    Reply
    • Stephanie Whitman says

      August 21, 2019 at 6:57 PM

      Goodness, it makes a difference even just to me when I smile! So important. Best accessory there is!

      Reply
  56. LuxMommy says

    August 21, 2019 at 7:16 AM

    Yes, the perfect date night look. I love this and that purse is too cute!

    Reply
  57. kelly Fordon says

    August 21, 2019 at 7:16 AM

    Such a darling date night look! I’m all about star lately, so naturally, I NEED that dress!

    Birdie Shoots

    Reply
  58. Ashley says

    August 21, 2019 at 7:16 AM

    This dress is SO darling! I love the star print and love how you styled it!!

    Reply

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πŸͺž GALLANT (pictured) by VE Schwab
πŸ‘‘ FOR THE THRONE (actually, both of The Wilderwood books have fabulous dedications) by Hannah Whitten
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πŸ“– THE MIDNIGHT LIBRARY by Matt Haig
πŸ’” ONCE UPON A BROKEN HEART by Stephanie Garber
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🐝 The Starless Sea
πŸŽͺ The Night Circus
πŸ’ƒπŸ» Where Dreams Descend
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πŸšͺ The Ten Thousand Doors of January
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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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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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Are either of these on your TBR? πŸ“š 
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What are you currently using as a bookmark? πŸ“– G What are you currently using as a bookmark? πŸ“– GIVEAWAY TIME 🚨
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I'm partnering up with @theseasonalpages to give away some really fun prizes:
πŸ”– 3 bookmarks of your choice from The Seasonal Pages
πŸ’³ a $25 gift card to @bookshop_org (because we love supporting indie shops)
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Here are the rules:
🀎 FOLLOW @theespressoedition and @theseasonalpages
πŸ’¬ TAG a friend in the comments
πŸ“± For an EXTRA ENTRY you can share this post to your stories (and make sure to tag us both - this is for public accounts only)
This giveaway is INTERNATIONAL and will end on June 1. The winner will be notified via DM.
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Good luck! β˜•οΈ 
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