5 Cozy Tips to Bring Your Evening Reading Sesh to the Next Level

I am a vibes girl™ to my core. Life is sad and scary and annoying and unfun so much of the time. So, if there is anything I can do to escape that reality, even for a short time, your girl is going to do it. 

This makes me uniquely qualified to give you advice on how to say "duces" to reality yourself.

Follow along for an upcoming series of how-to posts for all things bookish. First up: escapism.

Lets go! 

Make yourself a fancy drink. 

My go-to for this one is something warm and sweet, but I have done a fun iced number a time or two as well. The best way to take a normal drink up a notch is to add things to it. You don't just want a hot chocolate. You want a hot chocolate with whipped cream and caramel drizzle and sprinkles in a pretty cup (bonus escapism tip, get said cup at the thrift store). You don't just want an iced soda. You want an iced soda with a lime wedge in a fancy glass with a straw (reusable, obviously, we're not savages). Honorable mention to ice water, in a glass, with a straw. Simple works here too, folks, and we love a hydrated girly.

Comfort is key, but make it extra.

Put on those fuzzy socks, but make sure they match your 'fit. Wear your jams, but the cute ones with the matching top. Crank up the heating pad and snuggle into your favorite seasonal fleece blanket. Bonus points awarded for copious amounts of throw pillows. Be comfy, but I promise if you also look cute it will take it to the next level.

Snackies

Do I need to elaborate? You can't be escaping reality while your stomach is growling. Get yourself a snack, but make it slightly more substantial than potato chips or cookies. We want to see some color variety in there, ladies (I'm not saying that sour candies don't count, but I'm also not saying that they do)!

Choose the right book

The right book for the vibe we're trying to elicit is so important. If we are going for a Pirates of the Caribbean aesthetic with your flowy white nightgown and "ale" (cream soda in a beer stein, obvs, because actual beer is gross), then maybe a sports romance is not the right move, ya know?

AMBIANCE

My favorite thing to do when I am needing a lil escape from my life: YouTube. Ambiance. 

I don't remember when I discovered these, but I can tell you that they have become a daily part of my life. They make them for every occasion. They have ones with crackling fires, storms, library noises (literally- pages turning, people walking around, hushed chatter- it's the best thing ever). I am here to swear to you.. this absolutely makes or breaks your reading to escape reality vibes. 

Also, light a candle. 

That's all I've got for you today. Comment below your favorite thing to do to take your reading sesh to the next level. Also, if you try any youtube ambiances, please comment your favorite one below! I'm always adding more to my saved playlist. 

Yours in coziness,

Brea