Seema Vennam

If you love a found family/chosen family trope, this list is for you! It's mostly made up of BIPOC and queer stories to help you diversify your reading.

I basically only wear sundresses in the summer (it gets hot in Tennessee)! And I feel like my cutest self in a dress. I'm a sucker for a unique detail, a fun print, and bright colors.

I've been going to Bonnaroo regularly since 2015! It gets HOT, and some people make the mistake of wearing as little as possible or opt for swimsuits. This is the wrong choice! Lightweight, loose, and breathable clothing is best for intense heat! Bonnaroo isn't like Coachella - it's much less of a fashion show. It does get dusty and dirty and sweaty, so it's important to balance cuteness with comfort!

My partner and I attend Bonnaroo (and camp) every year (I think this our 8th? 9th?). Here's everything you need, from someone who's been there!

I'm chronically ill and spend a lot of time in bed! Here are some activities I enjoy that aren't just Netflix & Candy Crush.

I drink non-caffeinated tea literally all day. They're hydrating and flavorful and make me feel cozy. These are my favorite teas and my favorite ways to brew them!

Prescription retinoids are notoriously drying and make skin a little more sensitive and peely! Here are the products I've found that work for me. I also have brown skin, which makes me more prone to dark spots.

I have South Asian skin, and lately I tend towards a more natural base and eye makeup, but I love a bold lip and blush!

I've lived in East Nashville for nine years! Here are my very favorite spots.

The cutest sundresses for Spring 2025! I feel most myself in dresses, and I am obsessed with finding the very cutest ones every year. #FashionOver30 #MillennialFashion

Bookish recs for bookish people! Level up your reading habits.

I have South Asian hair, and I'm lucky enough to be able to wear my hair blow-dried straight or naturally curly! I have 2c(ish) waves, with medium thickness, but it's very dense!

I've been doing my nails at home for a few years! These are the best tools/polishes I've found.

I have chronic migraine! These are the things that have made my life easier.

I'm chronically ill, but I still love to exercise whenever my body is up for it! Whether it's taking a walk, restorative yoga or doing a full weightlifting session, I try to move as much as my body allows on a given day.