Have you done a mid-year reading check-in yet? πŸ“š
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What a wild year 2022 has been so far πŸ˜΅β€πŸ’« I've found new favorite authors, made progress on my original TBR, checked out some great backlist books, and hit some super exciting goals! πŸ™ŒπŸΌ I'm not going to *just* share my faves or least faves, but instead I'm going to share some of the fun stats from my reading year so far! 🀎
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- Out of the 30 books I just *HAD TO* read this year, I've read 24
- Out of my numerical goal of 120 for the whole year, I've read 119
- I've rated 44 books with 4.5/5 stars (hence my struggle when someone asks for a favorite from the year so far)
- I've read 16 ARCs from 12 different publishers (this makes me want to bawl with happiness because this was such a massive goal for me when I began book blogging!)
- I've participated in 10 buddy-reads
- I've added 38 books to my shelves (either purchased by me after I read and loved a book, given as a gift, or sent by a generous author/publisher)
- I've discovered that there's a chance I *might* like romance more than fantasy now and that's totally okay!
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What has your reading looked like in 2022? β˜•οΈ 
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Which of your childhood favorites would you like t Which of your childhood favorites would you like to see reimagined? πŸ“–
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When I found out that GALLANT had The Secret Garden vibes, I was really excited because that was one of my favorites as a kid ⛲️ I think it would be really neat to see this story retold by a few other authors as well (looking at you, Marissa Meyer) πŸ™ŒπŸΌ
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Some of the other stories I loved as a kid that I'd like to see "adulted" are:
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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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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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Favorite Shadow and Bone character? 🦌 β €β €β € Favorite Shadow and Bone character? 🦌
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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
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Wedding · January 30, 2019

Getting Ready With My Bridesmaids

Getting ready with my bridesmaids on my wedding morning is something I’ll never forget.

My transformation into a bohemian princess began at eleven in the morning, and while it ended on a more rushed note, overall the process of getting ready was truly wonderful. My bridesmaids helped calm my nerves (even getting me to eat donuts for the first time in a couple of days) and kept me level-headed before walking down the aisle to marry the love of my life.

Honestly, I’ve never felt as beautiful as I felt on my wedding day. The mother of a bestie of mine from high school did my makeup, and a dear friend of mine styled my hair. One of my blogger babes came before the wedding photographer to capture the “getting ready” process, and I couldn’t be more grateful for these photos of the more candid moments with my bridesmaids and mom.


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Photos // Lindsey of Seamless Sea | Makeup // c/o KK Shoaf Inside Out Beauty | Bride’s Eyelashes // Curly Willow Spa | Bride’s Hair // family friend | Bridesmaid Hair // family friend/bridesmaids | Wedding Gown // c/o Lillian West via Ava LaurΓ©nne Bride | Bridesmaid Dresses in “Dusty Rose” // Azazie | Satin Bridal Party Robes // c/o Wedding Favorites | Druzy Earrings // c/o The Shinn Life | Brunch Beverages + Hoodies // c/o BABE RosΓ© | Brunch Food // family friend

My biggest tip to brides-to-be is toΒ take your time on your wedding morning.

If I could do anything over from my day, it would be giving myself an extra hour or two to get ready. The beginning of the day started off peacefully, and we enjoyed a fun brunch and took lots of pictures. However, crunch time really began when we realized that only one of the bridesmaids had her makeup done (I was the one who was supposed to be the “makeup artist” for them) and I was about to do the first look with my dad in ten minutes.Β YIKES. So my incredible bridal makeup artist took over for me and made my bridesmaids glow with their stunning makeup. I am extremely grateful for her help, but it was challenging for me to not complete the task myself.

After a snack-y brunch provided by the mom of one of my childhood friends, we sipped on our BABE RosΓ©, and changed from our sweats into our Wedding Favorites satin robes. From this moment on, the day was an absolute blur. I remember looking over and seeing my girls doing each other’s hair while others chatted and got to know each other. It was honestly precious to witness all my best babes becoming friends before my eyes. By the end of the wedding, several of them had really hit it off, and the group chat was blowing up with pictures and fun stories the next day. THIS is what made my “getting ready” time so memorable.


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Bridal Party Details // The Dress Reveal

In those final moments, right after my dress had been buttoned up by my mom, my best friend came and wrapped her arms around me while we looked at my bridal style in the mirror. She whispered, “you’re about to marry Brandon.” And all the insane nerves that I had been feeling moments prior just seemed to melt away.Β Another tip for brides-to-be: cherish the little moments. You’ll never forget them.

So many brides go to the extreme on their wedding morning. And maybe that is the perfect way to start their day. However, I believe that simplicity is key. The less going on, the better. Take your time, savor the minutes with your best friends, and hug your family. Having my mom and sister such an integral part of my morning was so special, and I’m really glad that this start to my wedding day was on the calm and quiet side.

If you’ve gotten married or been in a wedding, what was your favorite part about getting ready for the day?

 

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Comments

  1. Hillary Conheady says

    August 21, 2019 at 4:24 AM

    What a special moment!! And such beautiful photos!

    xo, Hillary | hillheady.com

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  2. Laura || Walking in Memphis in says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:35 PM

    Oh girl you were stunning. I cherished those moments too, you need to enjoy it, you’ll never get that day again.

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  3. Liz says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:35 PM

    Aww you were such a gorgeous bride!! I loved getting ready on my wedding day too. It’s was so exciting!

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  4. Cathy says

    August 21, 2019 at 4:26 PM

    Your dress is beautiful! Getting ready is such a great bonding moment. It looks like you had a fabulous time. Congratulations on your wedding!!

    XOXO
    Cathy

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  5. Claire says

    August 20, 2019 at 10:57 PM

    Your dress is incredible and these photos are perfect! I agree, I wish I’d had another hour or two to spend getting ready with my bridesmaids on the morning of my wedding. We started out relaxed, but we were really rushing to get all the hair, makeup, and clothes done by the end + take a bunch of “getting ready” pictures + make it to church on time!

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  6. Hillary Conheady says

    January 30, 2019 at 9:51 AM

    What a special moment!! And such beautiful photos!

    xo, Hillary | hillheady.com

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  7. Emily says

    January 30, 2019 at 9:57 AM

    I remember waking up SO early on my wedding morning – mostly from nerves, but I also wanted to have a few minutes to myself before all the chaos ensued haha! Getting ready with my girls was one of my favorite parts of our day and one I won’t forget!

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

    January 30, 2019 at 10:02 AM

    Oh girl you were stunning. I cherished those moments too, you need to enjoy it, you’ll never get that day again.

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  9. Liz says

    January 30, 2019 at 10:46 AM

    Aww you were such a gorgeous bride!! I loved getting ready on my wedding day too. It’s was so exciting!

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  10. Cathy says

    January 30, 2019 at 10:48 AM

    Your dress is beautiful! Getting ready is such a great bonding moment. It looks like you had a fabulous time. Congratulations on your wedding!!

    XOXO
    Cathy

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  11. Iesha Vincent says

    January 30, 2019 at 11:05 AM

    I remember my getting ready morning, and I definitely remember it as starting off calm and slow and then there was a big rush at the end. I thoroughly enjoyed everything, but I wish we had gotten up earlier to give us some more time.

    oxo,
    Iesha aka Lesh
    LivingLesh.com

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  12. Rach says

    January 30, 2019 at 12:10 PM

    You were a gorgeous bride!! I had the happiest memories getting ready with my bridesmaid too. It’s such a moment!

    http://www.rdsobsessions.com

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  13. Greta says

    August 21, 2019 at 4:26 PM

    What a perfect and dreamy wedding morning! I’m glad it was relaxing and stress free for you!

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  14. Natalie says

    January 30, 2019 at 12:42 PM

    I love all your wedding photos! This post is so sweet πŸ™‚

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  15. Claire says

    January 30, 2019 at 12:46 PM

    Your dress is incredible and these photos are perfect! I agree, I wish I’d had another hour or two to spend getting ready with my bridesmaids on the morning of my wedding. We started out relaxed, but we were really rushing to get all the hair, makeup, and clothes done by the end + take a bunch of “getting ready” pictures + make it to church on time!

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  16. Donna says

    January 30, 2019 at 1:14 PM

    I wish we could relive the moments all over again but I’m so glad for the memories of that special day. It was divine!

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  17. Kelsey says

    January 30, 2019 at 2:06 PM

    ah I love seeing all your wedding photos!!! So beautiful!

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  18. Greta says

    January 30, 2019 at 5:27 PM

    What a perfect and dreamy wedding morning! I’m glad it was relaxing and stress free for you!

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  19. Kiara Carniewski says

    January 30, 2019 at 5:45 PM

    These photos are absolutely beautiful. Before the wedding, I had so many people tell me that the morning goes by so quickly. But, I had the exact opposite feeling. The morning felt so slow, peaceful and calm. It was such an awesome feeling to not have any stress while getting ready that morning. I enjoyed having that slow time SO MUCH, and it gave me the time to reflect and enjoy every single part of the day.

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  20. Lee says

    January 30, 2019 at 10:52 PM

    Aww it sounds like you had such a lovely morning, and the photos came out beautifully!!

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  21. ashley hargrove says

    January 30, 2019 at 11:14 PM

    Awwww, it sounds and looks like y’all had such an amazing time!! This was one of my favorite parts about my first wedding!

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  22. Kileen says

    January 30, 2019 at 11:19 PM

    Aw, sounds like it was a success!! Such a beautiful day and you look so stunning! Such a memorable experience with your bridesmaids too!

    Kileen
    cute & little

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  23. Taylor Mobley says

    August 21, 2019 at 4:36 AM

    My morning was much like this one. πŸ™‚ I didn’t have a makeup artist (because I am one LOL) so I did my own makeup but my sister was in charge of all the bridesmaids (she was maid of honor)! We spent the morning talking and laughing and getting ready and it really was the perfect way to do it.

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  24. Indya | The Small Adventurer says

    January 31, 2019 at 4:16 AM

    I am very adamant on having a relaxed wedding when the time comes. I don’t want to be so stressed and strapped for time that I can’t enjoy myself. I love that this post encourages others to do the same ☺️

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  25. Deborah says

    August 21, 2019 at 4:36 AM

    I am so loving this series! I’m neither married nor engaged but I really love knowing and reading about these things to help prepare me for if the day ever comes haha!

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  26. Carolyn says

    January 31, 2019 at 7:08 AM

    Ahh I got goosebumps. I love hearing how much you enjoyed your wedding morning! I wish I slowed down and took more time for mine. I was just about to say “oh well, next time” but then realized no there is definitely no next time!! Thankfully hehe. Loved reading about your special moment!

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  27. Nailil says

    August 21, 2019 at 4:36 AM

    This is such a fun experience. It looks like you all had a great experience.

    Xx, Nailil
    http://thirtyminusone.com

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  28. Nataly says

    January 31, 2019 at 7:43 AM

    I love this! We did a similar thing on my wedding day. We spent the whole morning and afternoon at the salon getting ready. It was so much fun!

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  29. Taylor Mobley says

    January 31, 2019 at 8:58 AM

    My morning was much like this one. πŸ™‚ I didn’t have a makeup artist (because I am one LOL) so I did my own makeup but my sister was in charge of all the bridesmaids (she was maid of honor)! We spent the morning talking and laughing and getting ready and it really was the perfect way to do it.

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  30. Lacy says

    January 31, 2019 at 10:48 AM

    Your dress is beautiful! That morning with your girls is so special, isn’t it? I loved the cute robes!

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  31. Deborah says

    January 31, 2019 at 11:34 AM

    I am so loving this series! I’m neither married nor engaged but I really love knowing and reading about these things to help prepare me for if the day ever comes haha!

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  32. Jordyn says

    January 31, 2019 at 11:42 AM

    I got married this summer and I LOVED getting ready with my best friends. I also suggest leaving plenty of time for getting ready especially since little things are bound to come up on your wedding day. You looked so lovely!

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  33. Rachel R Ritlop says

    January 31, 2019 at 12:02 PM

    awe sounds like a beautiful morning!! You look so stunning!

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  34. Nailil says

    January 31, 2019 at 12:36 PM

    This is such a fun experience. It looks like you all had a great experience.

    Xx, Nailil
    http://thirtyminusone.com

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  35. JASMINE VARGAS says

    August 21, 2019 at 4:36 AM

    Your wedding photos are beautiful. I am planning to do my own makeup plus my moms & my 4 bridesmaids. Thankfully we’re starting early so we don’t feel rushed.

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  36. Torey says

    January 31, 2019 at 5:07 PM

    Getting ready for my wedding was such a special time! I love all your pics ❀️

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  37. JASMINE VARGAS says

    January 31, 2019 at 8:29 PM

    Your wedding photos are beautiful. I am planning to do my own makeup plus my moms & my 4 bridesmaids. Thankfully we’re starting early so we don’t feel rushed.

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  38. Lecy | A Simpler Grace says

    January 31, 2019 at 9:47 PM

    You are such a beautiful bride! I love your dress. I always enjoy seeing getting ready photos. It’s so exciting. πŸ™‚

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  39. Megan says

    February 1, 2019 at 1:24 AM

    Your photos are so beautiful. It looks like you had an absolute perfect morning.

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  40. Kait says

    February 1, 2019 at 8:42 AM

    Very pretty photos! I loved getting ready in the morning before my wedding. I put together a fun playlist, so we all sang along and did each other’s hair and make-up while drinking apple cider mimosas. So much fun!

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  41. Helen says

    February 1, 2019 at 9:30 AM

    You were SUCH a beautiful bride! Getting ready with my girls was one of my favorite parts of the day.

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  42. Sharon Wu says

    February 1, 2019 at 5:55 PM

    you got soooo many beautiful photos on your wedding day babe! i can imagine how fun it must have been to get ready with all your best friends / bridesmaids πŸ™‚ i look forward to that day that i get to share with my loved ones as well! xo

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  43. Tonya Morris says

    February 1, 2019 at 5:59 PM

    All of these photos are stunning! My favorite was definitely getting my hair and makeup done with my girls!

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  44. Caitlin says

    February 4, 2019 at 11:36 AM

    I remember getting ready with my bridesmaids like it was yesterday and it was actually almost 10 years ago! So nice to have this post! And I just love love love your gown!

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  45. Rachel says

    February 4, 2019 at 12:41 PM

    The getting ready ritual is such a wonderful experience! I love how y’all had matching robes and food out too!

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  46. Lauryn Hock says

    August 21, 2019 at 10:45 PM

    Such a special moment spent with the women who mean the most in your life!

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  47. Lauryn Hock says

    February 6, 2019 at 7:47 PM

    Such a special moment spent with the women who mean the most in your life!

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  48. Kait says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:52 PM

    Very pretty photos! I loved getting ready in the morning before my wedding. I put together a fun playlist, so we all sang along and did each other’s hair and make-up while drinking apple cider mimosas. So much fun!

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  49. Sharon Wu says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:52 PM

    you got soooo many beautiful photos on your wedding day babe! i can imagine how fun it must have been to get ready with all your best friends / bridesmaids πŸ™‚ i look forward to that day that i get to share with my loved ones as well! xo

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  50. Rachel says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:52 PM

    The getting ready ritual is such a wonderful experience! I love how y’all had matching robes and food out too!

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  51. Helen says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:52 PM

    You were SUCH a beautiful bride! Getting ready with my girls was one of my favorite parts of the day.

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  52. Caitlin says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:52 PM

    I remember getting ready with my bridesmaids like it was yesterday and it was actually almost 10 years ago! So nice to have this post! And I just love love love your gown!

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  53. Tonya Morris says

    August 20, 2019 at 8:53 PM

    All of these photos are stunning! My favorite was definitely getting my hair and makeup done with my girls!

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  54. Donna says

    August 20, 2019 at 10:57 PM

    I wish we could relive the moments all over again but I’m so glad for the memories of that special day. It was divine!

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  55. Kelsey says

    August 20, 2019 at 10:57 PM

    ah I love seeing all your wedding photos!!! So beautiful!

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  56. Nataly says

    August 20, 2019 at 10:57 PM

    I love this! We did a similar thing on my wedding day. We spent the whole morning and afternoon at the salon getting ready. It was so much fun!

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  57. Iesha Vincent says

    August 20, 2019 at 10:57 PM

    I remember my getting ready morning, and I definitely remember it as starting off calm and slow and then there was a big rush at the end. I thoroughly enjoyed everything, but I wish we had gotten up earlier to give us some more time.

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    Iesha aka Lesh
    LivingLesh.com

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  58. ashley hargrove says

    August 20, 2019 at 10:57 PM

    Awwww, it sounds and looks like y’all had such an amazing time!! This was one of my favorite parts about my first wedding!

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  59. Lee says

    August 20, 2019 at 10:57 PM

    Aww it sounds like you had such a lovely morning, and the photos came out beautifully!!

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  60. Kiara Carniewski says

    August 20, 2019 at 10:57 PM

    These photos are absolutely beautiful. Before the wedding, I had so many people tell me that the morning goes by so quickly. But, I had the exact opposite feeling. The morning felt so slow, peaceful and calm. It was such an awesome feeling to not have any stress while getting ready that morning. I enjoyed having that slow time SO MUCH, and it gave me the time to reflect and enjoy every single part of the day.

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  61. Indya | The Small Adventurer says

    August 20, 2019 at 10:57 PM

    I am very adamant on having a relaxed wedding when the time comes. I don’t want to be so stressed and strapped for time that I can’t enjoy myself. I love that this post encourages others to do the same ☺️

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  62. Natalie says

    August 21, 2019 at 1:53 AM

    I love all your wedding photos! This post is so sweet πŸ™‚

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  63. Emily says

    August 21, 2019 at 1:53 AM

    I remember waking up SO early on my wedding morning – mostly from nerves, but I also wanted to have a few minutes to myself before all the chaos ensued haha! Getting ready with my girls was one of my favorite parts of our day and one I won’t forget!

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  64. Rachel R Ritlop says

    August 21, 2019 at 4:36 AM

    awe sounds like a beautiful morning!! You look so stunning!

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  65. Torey says

    August 21, 2019 at 4:36 AM

    Getting ready for my wedding was such a special time! I love all your pics ❤️

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  66. Jordyn says

    August 21, 2019 at 4:36 AM

    I got married this summer and I LOVED getting ready with my best friends. I also suggest leaving plenty of time for getting ready especially since little things are bound to come up on your wedding day. You looked so lovely!

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  67. Megan says

    August 21, 2019 at 4:36 AM

    Your photos are so beautiful. It looks like you had an absolute perfect morning.

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  68. Carolyn says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:51 AM

    Ahh I got goosebumps. I love hearing how much you enjoyed your wedding morning! I wish I slowed down and took more time for mine. I was just about to say “oh well, next time” but then realized no there is definitely no next time!! Thankfully hehe. Loved reading about your special moment!

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  69. Kileen says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:51 AM

    Aw, sounds like it was a success!! Such a beautiful day and you look so stunning! Such a memorable experience with your bridesmaids too!

    Kileen
    cute & little

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  70. Lacy says

    August 21, 2019 at 6:51 AM

    Your dress is beautiful! That morning with your girls is so special, isn’t it? I loved the cute robes!

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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
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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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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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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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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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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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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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🐝 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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