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Less is More

Less is More essay

I meant to have this post up right before Christmas but then life happened. I wanted to send a message right before the holidays but you know what, you don’t need the holidays to remind you that life really is wonderful.

female best friends

 

On friendships: Less is More

Less is More

When I was younger I thought having more meant more. I wanted more toys, candies, food, clothes, shoes, and friends. As I get older, I realized the importance of quality over quantity. The more I value quality, the better relationships I gained especially in friendship.

On friendships: Less is More
best friends winter outfit

I can’t help but think about middle school and high school and how much I wanted more friends. I always felt like I had to ‘keep up’ to maintain my friendships. It was exhausting. Nowadays I keep my inner circle small, as long as I have a few good (real) friends, I am the happiest girl.  I truly value the relationship I have with my best friend. I like to think we are each other’s inner thought’s voice. Plus, I love borrowing her clothes haha!

best friends matching winter outfit

 

best friends coat and beanie

 

matching hunter boots
Winter bff outfits

 

Winter bff photoshoot

 

Less is More | matching bff winter fashion
ME: Faux Fur Pom Beanie || Wool Coat || Striped Sweater || Jeggings || Boot Socks || Hunter Boots || Cream Infinity Scarf
STEPH: Faux Fur Pom Beanie || Camel Wool Coat || Fair Isle Sweater || Skinny Jeans (under $70) || Hunter Boot Socks || Hunter Boots || Navy Infinity Scarf

True Friendship

We can probably talk on about everything from boys, clothes, celebrities, and our latest obsession, Korean skincare. What I love about our relationship is that even though we are busy doing our own thing, I know she will always be there for me. Whenever we can catch up, we pick back up right where we left off. What’s great is that we don’t always have to agree. We have our differences in opinion. However, we respect each other. There’s no judgement. If anything, I learned to be more open minded. That to me is the definition of a true friendship. A friendship that is basically the definition of a family. Not only will I always be there for her,  I definitely will be there for her family. My family thinks the same way of Steph. No matter what happens, we are always there for each other.

The reason why I brought this topic up is sometimes we can get caught up with the ‘stresses’ in life. We forget to say thank you to the people who try to make your life easier and have your back without hesitation. As we embark into the new year, I hope you all take the time to appreciate and be grateful for who is in your life. Each day is a blessing and a lot of that has to do with the good people in your life.

Hope you all have a happy Monday!

xo RD

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January 9, 2017 | 69 Comments

Comments

  1. January 9, 2017 at 12:46 pm

    BEauty pics, honey! i love your blog and you know what? im gonna subcribe it 😉 White Dress

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    • January 9, 2017 at 4:55 pm

      Thank you so much for stopping by!

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  2. January 9, 2017 at 1:19 pm

    The most adorable pics ever! Love them!

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    • January 10, 2017 at 3:11 am

      Thanks Raquel!

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  3. January 9, 2017 at 2:03 pm

    Such a great reminder! I completely agree with quality over quantity. Having people in your life who love and support you is the best thing we can ask for! xo Bryn http://www.waketonroad.com

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    • January 10, 2017 at 3:12 am

      It is so true! Thanks Bryn!

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  4. January 9, 2017 at 2:30 pm

    Great post!

    http://enchantedclub.blogspot.com.au

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    • January 10, 2017 at 3:12 am

      Thanks!

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  5. January 9, 2017 at 4:24 pm

    Aw, I love your post!!
    xx
    Mónica Sors
    MES VOYAGES À PARIS
    NEW POST: WELCOME 2017!

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    • January 10, 2017 at 3:12 am

      Thanks Monica!

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  6. January 9, 2017 at 4:34 pm

    cute pics !nice post 🙂

    http://www.mademoiselleperrier.com/

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    • January 10, 2017 at 3:12 am

      Thanks Perrier!

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  7. January 9, 2017 at 4:44 pm

    Aww! I just LOVE this! Nothing better than having REAL friend in life! I totally agree with you: I rather a few REAL friends in life vs a tons non-real ones! You two are the cutest and I couldn't love this post more!
    xoxo, Vanessa
    http://www.WhatWouldVWear.com

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    • January 10, 2017 at 3:13 am

      It makes such a difference! Thanks Vanessa!

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  8. January 9, 2017 at 5:45 pm

    This is such a heart warming post! You and your bestie look so beautiful (loving all of the colors!) and I could't agree more with your words of wisdom!

    hugs,
    Christina

    I LOVE Eliza J skirts! Their textiles are always so beautiful!! You are look like the belle of the ball in this blue hue!

    hugs,
    Christina

    Christina | Fashion & Frills

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    • January 10, 2017 at 3:13 am

      Thank you so much Christina!!

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  9. January 9, 2017 at 6:00 pm

    Great topic. I totally agree with you. Keeping the inner circle small, but totally trust them is the key to peaceful mind.
    http://societyfix.blogspot.com.eg/

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    • January 10, 2017 at 3:13 am

      That's right!

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  10. January 9, 2017 at 6:06 pm

    Hey!
    I saw your blog and I liked, I am following u now and I hope u can visit my blog and follow me back, great post.
    Kisses ^^

    https://theglitterandgrey.blogspot.rs/

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    • January 10, 2017 at 3:14 am

      Thanks for stopping by!

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  11. January 9, 2017 at 6:11 pm

    This is such a nice post! You're right, we need to slow down and say thank you to those we love!

    Brooke
    Pumps and Push-Ups

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    • January 10, 2017 at 3:14 am

      Exactly! Thanks Brooke!

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  12. January 9, 2017 at 7:46 pm

    Such a great post! It's always important to thank our special leading ladies in our lives 🙂
    xo, Jessica || The Petite Diaries

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    • January 10, 2017 at 3:15 am

      You read my mind Jessica!

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  13. January 9, 2017 at 8:01 pm

    this is so true. Most of the time if you have less then you appreciate more. I have been on the lowest point in life so I am really grateful.
    Xo, Christianne
    http://simplychristianne.com

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    • January 10, 2017 at 3:15 am

      I'm on the same boat Christianne! I hope everything is better for you now!

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  14. January 9, 2017 at 8:02 pm

    this is so true. Most of the time if you have less then you appreciate more. I have been on the lowest point in life so I am really grateful.
    Xo, Christianne
    http://simplychristianne.com

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  15. January 9, 2017 at 8:05 pm

    I totally know what you mean about having a close inner circle of friends. That makes all the difference. Good girl friends are so important. I know I'd be lost without mine. These photos are so great!

    Amy Ann
    Straight A Style

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    • January 10, 2017 at 3:15 am

      Thanks Amy Ann! True friendship is like having family!

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  16. January 9, 2017 at 9:10 pm

    Thanks for writing this. I'm trying to de-clutter my life and let go of things that don't bring me happiness anymore. While this definitely includes material things like clothes and such, I also realized this extends to my persona life and perhaps I should let go of relationships that have either turned toxic or stale. I have a small group of very good friends that I know I can count on for anything and an amazing boyfriend who is there for me. What more could a person need?
    Great post, as usual. Also, love both of your outfits! The matching Hunter-boots-and-sweater is so cute!

    xo Deborah
    Coffee, Prose, and Pretty Clothes

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    • January 10, 2017 at 3:16 am

      Exactly! You don't need more, if you already have the best! Thanks so much Deborah!

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  17. January 9, 2017 at 10:16 pm

    Your beanies are so fabulous! I'm glad I got the pom pom beanie memo, lol. And I feel that as we get older, we tend to adhere to the "less is more" mantra every day. If only we felt that way as children, too.

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    • January 10, 2017 at 3:16 am

      Haha your beanie is super cute too!

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  18. January 10, 2017 at 12:52 am

    What a sweet post and tribute to your friendship Rach! It's so true that as we grow older and go through life's trials we start to realize what's really important.

    Heidi || Wishes & Reality

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    • January 10, 2017 at 3:16 am

      Thank you Heidi! Yes it is all about what is important!

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  19. January 10, 2017 at 8:24 am

    I totally agree with you Rach. I like how mature you are!What a beautiful post!
    X
    Miri

    http://currentlywearing.com

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