Chronicle Books Romance The Every Day : Inspired Ideas For A Year Of Little Luxuries

Light up your life with 52 practical ideas for romanticizing everyday moments. Between the pulls of work, family, friends, and the unrelenting speed at which our world churns, it can be hard to find pockets of joy.Romance the Every Day aims to make the far-more-frequent ordinary moments of our lives a bit sweeter with 52 thoughtful and accessible ideas—one for every week of the year. Ranging from the simple and sublime topic of “Cake” to the adventuresome pull of “Road Trips,” and illustrated with charming watercolor artwork throughout, this guide is full of small and easy-to-implement tweaks that can transform a daily routine into something magical.Inside, you’ll find inspiration such as: Arranging fresh bedside flowers or leaving a chocolate on your pillow for a delicious surprise to come home to after work. Lighting a candle and putting on a favorite playlist to accompany you while tackling a daunting sink full of dishes. Settling in at a bistro table to pretend you’re in Paris with a baguette and coffee. Writing yourself a love note on the bathroom mirror. Setting off on a long drive with a cinematic playlist. . . . and so much more! Romantic living is not dependent on financial wealth or social status.It is focused on senses, aesthetics, maximizing your resources, and observing the poetry of the present.The perfect gift for someone you love or self-purchase to honor the love in your heart, Romance the Every Day is for anyone seeking to add a bit of optimistic (and delightfully romantic) texture to their life.