Sweater Weather And A Good Book
The winddown of summer weather has finally hit Western New York and sweater weather is officially here. As we begin the descent in temperature, warm 80 degree days become a thing of the past and being cozy and nesting in our homes takes priority. A trip to the Hearts Thrift Stores can help you get ready for a comfy season without breaking the bank. As we begin to dream of a fall or winter getaway, think about the convenience of escaping into a good book that you found second hand.
It’s so easy to fall into a shopping routine. When you first walk into a Hearts Thrift Store, what’s the first area you go to? Maybe it’s a lucky rack, where you’ve found tons of great pieces before. Maybe it’s the shoe section because you always seem to find your size. Housewares? There’s always awesome vintage china and seasonal décor to be found. But what about the books? All Hearts Thrift Store locations have entire sections set up with shelves of donated books – some gently used and others still brand new. It’s a section that can often be overlooked, but as we head into the colder months and curling up on the couch with a cup of tea and a blanket sounds idyllic, this is the section that can offer a whole new escape.
You don’t have to be a bookworm to understand that books of all genres have so much to offer us. Below you find bookish outfit pairings that will be sure to keep you cozy all fall and into the winter.
1. Cropped Knit Sweater x Fire Keeper’s Daughter
The best fall fashion colors in 2024 range from classic autumnal hues like oxblood and chocolate brown to evocative shades like siren red. Pair this red knit sweater with the book Fire Keeper’s Daughter – a Reese’s Book Club pick. The book is a coming of age story (and thriller!) featuring an 18 year-old girl growing up on a reservation. It’s been out for a while, and so you’ll likely be able to find the hardcover or paperback version second-hand!
2. Fuzzy V Neck Sweater x The Patron Saint of Second Chances
This sweater is so fuzzy and warm, making it perfect to throw on with leggings in the colder months. Pair it with The Patron Saint of Second Chances, a heartwarming story that will make you laugh out loud and imagine yourself escaping into a picturesque Italian town instead of at home curled up in a blanket.
3.Chunky Knit Detail x Fourth Child
Can we talk about how this chunky knit sweater looks like the epitome of fall? It matches perfectly with the Fourth Child’s book cover, an amazing read that shares a unique perspective on reinvention and relationships. The next time you’re at a Hearts Thrift Store, don’t forget to stop by the bookshelves and see if there are any titles you could give new life to this fall!
Have a Hearts thrifted haul you want to share with us? Tag @HeartsThriftStores in your Facebook posts for a chance to be featured on our Facebook page!