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Reading Lists

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Here's my fav list of books I've read, and these are the best for 2025
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My Living Room Statement

I use these to set the mood of a room. They’re oversized, heavy, and beautiful enough to be the only thing on a table.
 
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This is my manual for 'Quiet Luxury' at home. It’s full of artisanal houses and landscapes that make me want to throw away all my plastic and live in a linen-draped dream.
Pacific Natural Everywhere - Book
 
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Bunny was the queen of American effortless chic. This book is like a masterclass in mixing high-end art with garden-fresh energy. It’s my go-to for design inspiration.
The Enchanting Interiors of Bunny Mellon - Rizzoli
 
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If you want your room to feel 'sexy and expensive,' you need this. It’s a massive black volume that chronicles his fashion empire. It’s basically an architectural piece.
Tom Ford 002 - Book
 
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I’m feeling bored with minimalism, I flip through this. It’s a explosion of American maximalism—glamorous, bold, and totally unapologetic.
The Big Book of Chic
 
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Even if you aren’t a 'Swiftie,' this book is a 2026 fashion essential. It analyzes the cultural impact of her outfits as American iconography. Plus, the cover looks great in a stack.
Taylor Swift Style: Fashion Through the Eras
 
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The 'Holy Grail' of coffee table books. It’s a century of the world’s most beautiful homes. I leave this open to a random page whenever I have guests over.
Architectural Digest at 100: A Century of Style
 
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love her use of vibrant color and eclectic American-meets-British patterns. It’s like a shot of caffeine for my eyes
From Inspiration to Reality: Our Guide to Designing Your Space
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Love this!
The Summer House: Lakeside Cottages, Seaside Retreats, and Country Idylls

My 2026 Power Moves

I keep these on my desk. They are the books used to actually build businesses and stay sharp this year.
 
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I treat this as my daily manual.
Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones
 
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This changed how I view my savings. It’s less about math and more about ego and behavior. It’s a top-tier recommendation for any 'Finance' list.
The Psychology of Money: Timeless Wealth Lessons
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If you’re a creator, you need this. It explains why we get addicted to apps.
Hooked Book- Product Design To Boost Customer Engagement | Nir Eyal
 
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This is my 'business bible' for 2026. It’s all about becoming the go-to person in your niche.
Key Person of Influence (Revised Edition)
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My Late Night Escape Shelf

These are the books I’m carrying in my sling bag. They’re the ones generating the most 'buzz' and clicks in the fiction category.
 
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This is the #1 thriller of 2026. It’s a mind-bending story about identity and a house called 'Spyglass.' I couldn't put it down.
My Husband's Wife by Alice Feeney
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Freida never misses! This one is about a marriage advice columnist who finally takes her own (deadly) advice. It’s incredibly fast-paced.
Dear Debbie by Freida McFadden
 
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'Romantasy' pick!
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I read this in a single day. It’s magical, philosophical, and heartbreakingly beautiful. It’s the 'it-book' on BookTok right now.
Atmosphere - A Love Story by Taylor Jenkins Reid
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Still trending in 2026! It’s a dark, satirical look at the publishing world. It’s spicy and controversial.
Yellowface by R.F. Kuang
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This is the 'classic' that won't quit.
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
 
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The book that traumatized us all! It’s still a top-seller.
Verity by Colleen Hoover
 
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As someone who appreciates a deep dive into mental health, this is my favorite.
Turtles All the Way Down
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The ultimate 'gateway' thriller. I always recommend this to people who say they 'don't like reading.' It works every time.
The Silent Patient
 
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I love the 'feminist-science' vibe of this. It’s witty and sharp.
Lessons in Chemistry
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