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:
πŸ‘‘ A Little Princess
πŸ§žβ€β™‚οΈ Aladdin
 🐁 Stuart Little (it could be cute okay? like some kind of fantasy?)
πŸ‘’ Madeline
⚜️ Rumplestiltskin (I've only seen this done once and I wasn’t obsessed so I need more!)
β˜‚οΈ Mary Poppins
🐎 Misty of Chincoteague
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Why did you join bookstagram? πŸ“– β €β €β €β €β € Why did you join bookstagram? πŸ“–
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Long story short, I joined bookstagram in 2020 because I love books and I love talking about books, but I never had a space to do that πŸ€·πŸ»β€β™€οΈ After years of fashion blogging and feeling out of place because of my interests, I wound up on this side of IG and realized that it felt like home 🀎
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I schemed up a name (something to do with coffee and books that didn't have the words "coffee" or "books" in it), took a few photos, created a profile, and went to town πŸ™ŒπŸΌ It wasn't long before I completely FELL IN LOVE with the supportive community, safe space to find new books and talk about the ones I love, and really cultivate my photography skills (which had been lying dormant for far too long) πŸ™ˆ
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Now, I'm thrilled to have connected with favorite authors, created my own hashtag (hey there #perfectespressopour β˜•οΈ), reviewed incredible books, launched my own line of merch, and made tons of new friends 🫢🏼 When I begin to feel down about the numbers or the lack of inspiration, I remind myself of why I started in the first place and I find myself falling in love all over again πŸ₯Ή
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Thank you for being part of my bookstagram journey πŸ“š
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Tell me your most recent "new-to-you" fave author Tell me your most recent "new-to-you" fave author and which book made you fall in love with their work πŸ“š
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A couple months back, I had the privilege of reading an advanced copy of The Wonderland Trials by @saraellawrites... and I immediately fell head over heels in love 😍 Needless to say, I instantly added her entire backlist to my TBR πŸ™ˆ
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Lately, I've been feeling a bit disappointed with fantasy (which has always been my favorite genre) πŸ˜• It seems like each time I pick one up, I'm either completely uninterested in the story or it just falls flat - but The Wonderland Trials absolutely blew me away! 🀯 If you're looking for something that really stands out amongst the rest, you certainly need to pick this one up! 🫢🏼
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Have you read any great Alice in Wonderland reimaginings? πŸ‡ 
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Recommend me an underrated queer book! πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ
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In my world, every month is #pridemonth and I always, always have queer books on my TBR (not just white mlm, but a wide range of lgbtqia+ stories) πŸ™ŒπŸΌ It's important to me to constantly be diversifying my shelves, learning more about the people around me, and continuing to create a safe environment for everyone in my little corner of the web 🀎
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My goal for June was to pack my TBR with as many queer books as I could in CELEBRATION of Pride Month, so I've already read 4 books with lgbtq rep:
πŸ¦‰ Wild is the Witch by Rachel Griffin
🌎 The Never Tilting World by Rin Chupeco
πŸ“Ί The Charm Offensive by Alison Cochrun
🌌 Written in the Stars by Alexandria Bellefluer
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I'm currently reading 3:
πŸ«– A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers
🩸 Blood Like Magic by Liselle Sambury
πŸ–Œ Portrait of a Thief by Grace D Li
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 And I have 2 more on my immediate list:
πŸ₯€ Malice by Heather Walter
β˜€οΈ Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse
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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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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, Spring · May 1, 2019

The Perfect Eyelet Dress for a Spring Wedding

Looking for the perfect dress to wear to a spring wedding? Look no further, because this dreamy pastel blue eyelet dress is the best!

I’ve been on a majorΒ blue kick lately. Honestly, I think I go through one of these phases every summer, but the funny thing is that it’s always a different shade of blue. The year after I began my blog, I was really into vibrant turquoise. The year after that was all about cobalt. For 2019 I’m saying, “bring it on” to everything pastel blue with a hint of periwinkle.

The moment I laid eyes on this dreamy eyelet dress, I knew I had to have it. Eyelet is one of my favorite textures, and the tie front bodice (without a cut-out) was super appealing to me because it’s a very flattering shape. The straps are adjustable, the length is a true midi, and it’s lined. I wore this dress on Easter and received numerous compliments. It’s perfect for multiple occasions, but I think it was made to wear to a beautiful, spring wedding!


Outfit Details
dress c/o Chicwish | similar earrings | necklace | similar bag | similar shoesΒ | spray tan c/o Pradas Glow by ErinΒ | location c/o Creek’s Edge at Stony Point Apartments

This dress is currently available in four colors. Perfect no matter what kind of wedding you’re going to this spring.

Although, a friendly reminder toΒ not wear white is necessary here. I made the awful mistake of wearing a white dress to a wedding just a few years ago – albeit I layered a jacket over it, butΒ still. I’ve been slapping myself silly for that fashion faux pas ever since. After my own wedding, I realized it wouldn’t have personally affected me if a guest had worn white, but there’s something so symbolic about the bride being the only one in pure, flawless white.

Just in case you need some more ideas for what to wear to your next spring wedding, I’ve rounded several of my favorite, gorgeous dresses fromΒ Chicwish. I’m still getting questions about this company and whether or not they’re worth shopping from, so if you’re curious, I did write aΒ review article a few months back.


related posts
The Iconic Dress That Came Back for 2019Β //Β The Hot Matching Set for Spring and Summer 2019 //Β The Perfect Red Dress for All Your Spring Occasions

Do you love this gorgeous dress for a spring wedding?

In: Fashion, Spring · Tagged: blue dress, Chicwish, Creek's Edge, eyelet dress, midi dress, periwinkle dress, RVA, spring ootd, spring style 2019, spring wedding, wedding guest, wedding guest dress, what to wear to a wedding

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Comments

  1. Cathy says

    August 21, 2019 at 3:59 AM

    Pretty dress! I love the fabric and the color!

    XOXO
    Cathy

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  2. Rach says

    August 21, 2019 at 3:59 AM

    Eyelet is one of my favorites to wear when the weather is warming! That eyelet dress is gorgeous! The color and the style is stunning!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

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  3. Delia Atenea says

    August 21, 2019 at 3:59 AM

    I need this dress! Omg you’re such a lifesaver! I’ve been looking for a dress like this and boom it pops up when I came to your blog! Thank you!

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  4. Liz says

    August 21, 2019 at 3:59 AM

    OMG this is the prettiest dress! I want it! Actually I want all of your picks!

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  5. Cathy says

    May 1, 2019 at 3:09 PM

    Pretty dress! I love the fabric and the color!

    XOXO
    Cathy

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  6. Kiara Carniewski says

    August 21, 2019 at 3:59 AM

    Every outfit you wear is so gorgeous, girl! This color on you is so pretty and I love the style of dress, too. Maybe you can come to PA and shop for me, HAHA!

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  7. Becky says

    August 21, 2019 at 3:59 AM

    Thank you for the cute options! My brother gets married next month and I still don’t know what I’m going to wear. I don’t own much pastel or spring colors so I think I need to go shopping!

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  8. Kileen says

    August 21, 2019 at 3:59 AM

    This is such a cute dress for Spring babe! I am loving the eyelet detail and the color is beautiful!

    Kileen
    cute & little

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  9. Rach says

    May 1, 2019 at 4:29 PM

    Eyelet is one of my favorites to wear when the weather is warming! That eyelet dress is gorgeous! The color and the style is stunning!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

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  10. Lee says

    August 21, 2019 at 3:59 AM

    oh my gosh this dress is so beautiful!! I love the tie at the front!

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  11. Delia Atenea says

    May 1, 2019 at 4:47 PM

    I need this dress! Omg you’re such a lifesaver! I’ve been looking for a dress like this and boom it pops up when I came to your blog! Thank you!

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  12. Liz says

    May 1, 2019 at 4:47 PM

    OMG this is the prettiest dress! I want it! Actually I want all of your picks!

    Reply
  13. Kait | Slumber & Scones says

    August 21, 2019 at 3:59 AM

    Oh that dress is so pretty on you! I am loving some of the pink and floral one you rounded up too.

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  14. Indya | The Small Adventurer says

    August 21, 2019 at 3:59 AM

    This is such a pretty, sweet dress! I love the shade of blue – which isn’t usually one of my favourite colours – and I love the elegance of the thin straps. I just wish I didn’t hate my shoulders so much so I could actually wear them, I just feel like they stick out too much 😅

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  15. Emely Turish says

    May 1, 2019 at 6:29 PM

    I’m obsessed with dresses recently. This one is gorgeous. I love the blush pink color it comes in.

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  16. Hillary Conheady says

    August 21, 2019 at 7:19 PM

    How gorgeous is this dress?! Love the color and so perfect for a spring wedding!

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  17. Kiara Carniewski says

    May 1, 2019 at 7:15 PM

    Every outfit you wear is so gorgeous, girl! This color on you is so pretty and I love the style of dress, too. Maybe you can come to PA and shop for me, HAHA!

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  18. Becky says

    May 1, 2019 at 7:48 PM

    Thank you for the cute options! My brother gets married next month and I still don’t know what I’m going to wear. I don’t own much pastel or spring colors so I think I need to go shopping!

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  19. Lecy | A Simpler Grace says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:24 PM

    I love eyelet fabrics! This dress just screams spring to me. The color and the length are so flattering and it looks amazing on you!

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  20. Kileen says

    May 1, 2019 at 8:21 PM

    This is such a cute dress for Spring babe! I am loving the eyelet detail and the color is beautiful!

    Kileen
    cute & little

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  21. Lily says

    August 21, 2019 at 7:19 PM

    Loving all of your picks!! This shade of blue looks stunning on you!

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  22. Lee says

    May 1, 2019 at 8:40 PM

    oh my gosh this dress is so beautiful!! I love the tie at the front!

    Reply
  23. Kait | Slumber & Scones says

    May 1, 2019 at 9:26 PM

    Oh that dress is so pretty on you! I am loving some of the pink and floral one you rounded up too.

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  24. Crystal // Dreams, etc. says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:24 PM

    That dress is so pretty! I love it!

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  25. Indya | The Small Adventurer says

    May 1, 2019 at 10:16 PM

    This is such a pretty, sweet dress! I love the shade of blue – which isn’t usually one of my favourite colours – and I love the elegance of the thin straps. I just wish I didn’t hate my shoulders so much so I could actually wear them, I just feel like they stick out too much πŸ˜…

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  26. Hillary Conheady says

    May 1, 2019 at 11:06 PM

    How gorgeous is this dress?! Love the color and so perfect for a spring wedding!

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  27. Lecy | A Simpler Grace says

    May 1, 2019 at 11:55 PM

    I love eyelet fabrics! This dress just screams spring to me. The color and the length are so flattering and it looks amazing on you!

    Reply
  28. Lily says

    May 2, 2019 at 12:30 AM

    Loving all of your picks!! This shade of blue looks stunning on you!

    Reply
  29. Crystal // Dreams, etc. says

    May 2, 2019 at 1:33 AM

    That dress is so pretty! I love it!

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  30. Laura || Walking in Memphis in says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:24 PM

    This dress is so pretty! I am a lover of any dress blue, it’s the perfect shade especially for Spring and summer too!

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  31. Perri Nicholson says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:24 PM

    That dress is beautiful! I am also a fan of the eyelet texture, and I love the length. It is so perfect for a spring or summer wedding!

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  32. Sarah at Ponder Trail says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:24 PM

    Such a lovely dress and outfit, Stephanie! The eyelet texture and drape is so dreamy! I love how well it coordinates with this space, too! It’s always so fun when you find the perfect piece to add to your wardrobe. πŸ™‚

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

    May 2, 2019 at 6:27 AM

    This dress is so pretty! I am a lover of any dress blue, it’s the perfect shade especially for Spring and summer too!

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  34. Perri Nicholson says

    May 2, 2019 at 9:29 AM

    That dress is beautiful! I am also a fan of the eyelet texture, and I love the length. It is so perfect for a spring or summer wedding!

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  35. Sarah at Ponder Trail says

    May 2, 2019 at 9:44 AM

    Such a lovely dress and outfit, Stephanie! The eyelet texture and drape is so dreamy! I love how well it coordinates with this space, too! It’s always so fun when you find the perfect piece to add to your wardrobe. πŸ™‚

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  36. Candace Hampton says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:24 PM

    I love the color of that dress! Makes the color of your hair and eyes pop<3 Nice location too!

    Candace Hampton
    http://www.thebeautybeau.com

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  37. Deborah says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:24 PM

    ohmygosh I am in LOVE with that dress! It’s such a beautiful color and the eyelet details are lovely! Definitely the perfect dress to wear to a wedding this season!

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  38. Nina Tekwani says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:24 PM

    Oh, I love the color of this dress so much! It’s such a perfect spring shade, especially on you!

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  39. Candace Hampton says

    May 2, 2019 at 2:24 PM

    I love the color of that dress! Makes the color of your hair and eyes pop<3 Nice location too!

    Candace Hampton
    http://www.thebeautybeau.com

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  40. Deborah says

    May 2, 2019 at 3:19 PM

    ohmygosh I am in LOVE with that dress! It’s such a beautiful color and the eyelet details are lovely! Definitely the perfect dress to wear to a wedding this season!

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  41. Nina Tekwani says

    May 2, 2019 at 4:59 PM

    Oh, I love the color of this dress so much! It’s such a perfect spring shade, especially on you!

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  42. greta says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:24 PM

    What a beautiful style and color. Perfect for a spring/summer wedding!

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  43. greta says

    May 3, 2019 at 12:01 PM

    What a beautiful style and color. Perfect for a spring/summer wedding!

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  44. Laura says

    May 7, 2019 at 1:11 PM

    That is such a pretty dress and beautiful color on you!! Definitely perfect for a spring or summer wedding!

    xo, Laura

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  45. Holly Galvan says

    May 8, 2019 at 11:56 PM

    I would love to try a dress like this on. I am a little “booby” so I have to make sure that looks okay.

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  46. Sarah Lindner says

    May 23, 2019 at 12:27 PM

    Love this blue on you! So pretty!

    xoxo Sarah

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  47. Madison Fichtl says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:22 PM

    This is such a gorgeous shade of blue! Perfect for Spring and Summer!

    xo,
    Madison | Madison-Fichtl.com

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  48. Sarah Lindner says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:22 PM

    This is the perfect color for you!! so so so pretty!

    xoxo Sarah

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  49. Lina Melo says

    May 31, 2019 at 11:13 AM

    Wedding season is finally here! Love your blue dress and all the options you shared!

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  50. Madison Fichtl says

    May 31, 2019 at 11:20 AM

    This is such a gorgeous shade of blue! Perfect for Spring and Summer!

    xo,
    Madison | Madison-Fichtl.com

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  51. Rach says

    May 31, 2019 at 11:48 AM

    This color really is gorgeous!! So perfect for weddings!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

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  52. Sarah Lindner says

    May 31, 2019 at 11:50 AM

    This is the perfect color for you!! so so so pretty!

    xoxo Sarah

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  53. Lizzie says

    May 31, 2019 at 2:07 PM

    This dress is soooo pretty! I’ve been loving blue lately too. And actually, I love all of the dresses you linked ha!

    Lizzie
    http://www.lizzieinlace.com

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  54. Jessica says

    May 31, 2019 at 8:51 PM

    I have been loving the eyelet trend right now, so this dress is so cute! And the color is such a pretty shade of blue!

    https://www.thecelebrationstylist.com

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  55. Kileen says

    May 31, 2019 at 9:34 PM

    This is such a gorgeous pastel dress babe! I love the eyelet details and the color is beautiful!

    Kileen
    cute & little

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  56. Sarah Forest says

    May 31, 2019 at 10:52 PM

    This is such a lovely outfit, Stephanie! Love the color and texture! Your earrings are so cute, too!

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  57. Katherine says

    June 1, 2019 at 7:17 AM

    Your photos are always so stunning and this color blue looks AMAZING on you!! Such a perfect little dress for Springtime in general! πŸ™‚

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  58. Carolyn says

    June 1, 2019 at 8:09 AM

    I haven’t ordered from Chicwish yet, but I do just go to their website and look at the pretty clothes haha. They have super cute stuff and you are rocking this dress! This shade is so soft and pretty on you. Definitely a perfect wedding guest dress!

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  59. Alix Maza says

    June 1, 2019 at 1:47 PM

    LOVE the hemline of this dress! A perfect outfit for a summer wedding.

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  60. Monica says

    June 1, 2019 at 2:11 PM

    I love this entire look! It would have been perfect for the military graduation I was at last week! I’m currently on the hunt for a cute straw bag, too, and the ones here are definitely contenders!

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  61. Erin says

    June 1, 2019 at 10:35 PM

    So stinking cute! Looks adorable on you!

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  62. Jasmine Vargas says

    June 2, 2019 at 5:06 PM

    This dress is so beautiful. It’s also perfect for attending a spring wedding.

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  63. Denise says

    June 2, 2019 at 5:19 PM

    This is such a perfect dress! I want it in blue and in white.

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  64. Laura @ Inspiration for Moms says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:19 PM

    That dress is in the prettiest color! And it looks so good on you!!

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  65. Morgan says

    June 3, 2019 at 8:44 AM

    All of your dress suggestions are so pretty and romantic! Perfect for a wedding!

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

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  66. Laura @ Inspiration for Moms says

    June 3, 2019 at 11:42 AM

    That dress is in the prettiest color! And it looks so good on you!!

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  67. Anna English says

    June 5, 2019 at 10:06 PM

    I love the pretty tie detail! This color looks great on you.

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  68. Julia Comil says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:19 PM

    Love this dress! You look amazing in it! Blue is great for summer and for a wedding

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  69. Julia Comil says

    June 6, 2019 at 5:53 PM

    Love this dress! You look amazing in it! Blue is great for summer and for a wedding

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  70. Ciera Chang says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:19 PM

    I love the color of this dress! It’s perfect for a summer wedding!!

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  71. Ciera Chang says

    June 7, 2019 at 10:37 PM

    I love the color of this dress! It’s perfect for a summer wedding!!

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  72. Holly Galvan says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:22 PM

    I would love to try a dress like this on. I am a little “booby” so I have to make sure that looks okay.

    Reply
  73. Sarah Lindner says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:22 PM

    Love this blue on you! So pretty!

    xoxo Sarah

    Reply
  74. Laura says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:22 PM

    That is such a pretty dress and beautiful color on you!! Definitely perfect for a spring or summer wedding!

    xo, Laura

    Reply
  75. Rach says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:22 PM

    This color really is gorgeous!! So perfect for weddings!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

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  76. Lina Melo says

    August 20, 2019 at 11:22 PM

    Wedding season is finally here! Love your blue dress and all the options you shared!

    Reply
  77. Emely Turish says

    August 21, 2019 at 3:59 AM

    I’m obsessed with dresses recently. This one is gorgeous. I love the blush pink color it comes in.

    Reply

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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:
πŸ‘‘ A Little Princess
πŸ§žβ€β™‚οΈ Aladdin
 🐁 Stuart Little (it could be cute okay? like some kind of fantasy?)
πŸ‘’ Madeline
⚜️ Rumplestiltskin (I've only seen this done once and I wasn’t obsessed so I need more!)
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🐎 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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I definitely do! πŸ™‹πŸ»β€β™€οΈ One of the most pleasant surprises when I opened up GALLANT was seeing the hauntingly beautiful pieces of art inside πŸ–€ It made the story feel more alive and helped me understand the way the character's mind worked 🧠
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There was a similar feeling when I first read THE ATLAS SIX and saw the character art 🎨 It gave the cast so much more depth and it made me wish that more books included pieces like this πŸ“–
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Other additions that make books stand out to me:
πŸ“° Unique chapter breaks (I read a basketball book that was divided into 4 quarters, and a book about an actor divided into acts, things like that)
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