The Princess Blog

With a multitude of  new anime shows  coming out every season, it's easy to spot trends in Eastern culture and observe how they differ from Western tropes . One trend that has been popular in anime for many years is the unassuming hero or heroine. This is a character who came from a life of emotional abuse, and is unexpectedly thrust into a supportive environment that they don't think they are worthy of. This is one of my favorite tropes because it often includes sweet and supportive romantic leads that blend well with the classic "Cinderella" story. It also adds more meaning to the glitz and glamour of royal life. The latest example of this trope is Betrothed to My Sister's Ex , which premiered as part of the Summer 2025 anime season. Betrothed to My Sister's Ex is the story of a mistreated noblewoman named Marie who was brushed aside by her parents in favor of her sister, Anastasia. When Anastasia dies in a freak accident, Marie is sent to marry Anastasia...

Diamond Wishes  by Abigail Manning  is the next of many ARCs I have received from the All That Glitters  multi-author series of fairy tale retellings. This gender-bent retelling of "Aladdin"  gives a fresh new take on the story, and not because it's about a female thief . It follows a similar premise to many other gender-bent retellings of "Aladdin,"  in which a thief is transformed into a princess with the help of some magic and joins a group of potential royal prospects for a prince. However, the third act takes the story in an entirely new and surprising direction that I never saw coming, much like Abigail Manning's other retellings . Kya is an orphaned thief who has been dodging the guards her whole life with a combination of skill and luck, as well as a mute guard she nicknames Jean, who was always looking out for her. Her pet parrot, Kipu, occasionally provides assistance as long as he can keep his beak shut. One day, Kya is propositioned by a mysterio...

I made a post here a long time ago about how to dress like a modern princess . However, I didn't provide many specific recommendations on where to find princess-themed fashions that can be worn casually in public. It is absolutely possible to have a princess wardrobe that isn't just Halloween costumes or fancy gowns. When I go out in public, the most common question people ask me is where I find my clothes. The good news is that in the years since I started my blog, it has become easier than ever to find affordable dresses inspired by or resembling classic princess gowns. As a disclaimer, this is not a sponsored post. My reviews of these vendors represent my honest opinions and experiences. Retro Stage  is a "fast fashion" website I saw advertised on social media a few months ago. They specialize in vintage fashion and feature many recreations of popular movie costumes, particularly Disney. They also have a large collection of themed bathing suits. All of their dresse...