Spring Break 2017- Books, Bathing Suits, & Clothes

Last year I did a whole Bookish Spring Break thing where I shared upcoming Spring Books and places and clothes to read them in.  It was a lot of fun (and I really love making outfits on Polyvore), so I decided to do it again this year!!

With Spring Break going on now through the next few weeks, and with all the awesome YA books coming out in March/April/May, I definitely wanted to share some of those books and some fun outfits to go with.

**As always, I try to keep the costs down.  80% of everything you see is under $50.





BEACH

Antisocial by Jillian Blake-- Pub Date 5/16

• Who wouldn't love to go to the beach for Spring Break???  I wish I would have been able to do this when I was in college.  I think Antisocial would be a perfect beach book because I love to read about secrets and lies and mystery while at the beach.
• The Outfit: I love this ombre one-piece!  It's sporty and cute.  And I'm a sucker for a cute cover-up.

BEACH

Given to the Sea by Mindy McGinnis-- Pub Date 4/11

• I wouldn't typically rec a fantasy for beach reading, but considering that this one is about a girl who is supposed to save the Kingdom by sacrificing herself to the sea, I think it's appropriate!
• The Outfit: I went with the green color to match the book & a hat to protect faces from future wrinkles!

POOL DAY

Ramona Blue by Julie Murphy Pub Date-- Pub Date 5/9

• It's about swimming, so pretty much begs to be read at the pool I think!!
• The Outfit: I love mixing different colored/patterned tops and bottoms with bathing suits.  And no pool day is complete without a cool floatie.

DAYTIME FUN

Seeking Mansfield by Kate Watson-- Pub Date 5/1

• Why not a Mansfield Park retelling for a day out seeing the sights?  It's light, it's about love-- perfect for daytime reading.
• The Outfit: Depending on the kind of adventure, I included a casual outfit and a dressy one (really I just couldn't choose between the embroidered jean shorts and the cute sundress).  And I need those ADIDAS shoes in my life.

DAYTIME SHOPPING

Always and Forever, Lara Jean by Jenny Han-- Pub Date 5/2

• You know who would want to go shopping on vaca??  Lara Jean!  Plus, she has the best style, so who wouldn't want to shop with her?
• The Outfit: I'm not a big fan of off the shoulder dresses and shirts, but I LOVE this denim colored dress!  Also, if you're reading a To All the Boys book, you need a bow somewhere on your persons.

NIGHT OUT

Fireworks by Katie Cotugno-- Pub Date 4/11

• This book is about 2 girls looking for fame in 1990's Orlando.  The cover is SO nighttime, and OMG boy and girl bands???  Yes to dancing alllll night!
• The Outfit: I included a sexy dress and a more casual/fun top and skirt depending on what kind you're in the mood for.  I love that pinkish shiny skirt!!

ROAD TRIP

Stranger Than Fanfiction by Chris Colfer-- Pub Date 2/28

• This book is a legit ROAD TRIP book.  It's about an actor that goes on a road trip with some fans-- and it sounds like all sorts of fun.
• The Outfit: So, at first I just had that denim peplum top and the white shorts, which seemed cute and comfy-- but then I thought, what if for spring break you took a road trip to MLB Spring Training??  How fun would that be?  The Pittsburgh Pirates do theirs in Bradenton, FL (PERFECT Spring Break spot!)

TRAVELING ABROAD

In a Perfect World by Trish Doller-- Pub Date 5/23

• How fun would it be to travel abroad for Spring Break??  I thought the setting of this book (Egypt) would be great to put you in the mood.
• The Outfit: I included a long cover-up in case your travels take you somewhere really hot or more conservative-- but I also think it would make a cute dress to just wear around!

COACHELLA

Alex, Approximately by Jenn Bennett-- Pub Date 4/4

• Coachella being a Spring thing, it got me thinking that music festivals in general would be fun to go to if you have a week off.  Alex, Approximately has the perfect setting-- first, it's in California and it has this quirky museum that just reminds me of something that would go with Coachella and all the crazy things you'd see there.
• The Outfit: It's a full weekend event, so you need multiple outfits!!  Gotta have those comfy shoes and the protective hat-- desert heat.  I think it would be nice to have your hair in a braid to keep it out of the way & a jacket in case it cools off at night.
• I wear yoga shorts under all my dresses when I go to events.  That way you can jump around or sit on the ground and not have to worry about flashing anything :)

I hope everyone has an awesome Spring Break (even if it's just a long Easter weekend)!!  What are you planning on reading/wearing/going during yours?

What do you think of the books I featured?  Have you read any?  Would you recommend any?  Any on your MUST Lists for Spring?