The Summer I Wanted to Become Mrs. Conrad Fisher
Grab your iced latte and get comfy — because The Summer I Turned Pretty isn’t just a show, it’s a lifestyle. Jenny Han gave us a coming-of-age romance and Prime Video turned it into a pastel-hued, Taylor Swift–backed summer obsession. And honestly? We’re not ready to let these characters or THAT HOUSE go.
More than a Glow Up
Belly’s summer transformation might grab attention, but the real story is so much more layered. This is a portrait of a young woman figuring herself out in the middle of first loves, shifting friendships, and those sharp, unexpected moments life throws at you.
She’s not perfect — and that’s the beauty. She makes impulsive choices, overanalyzes, gets it wrong, and tries again. Belly feels everything and watching her stumble, grow, back up and punt (I feel like we needed a nod to Travis Kelce in here somehow) is exactly why we root for her like we are her bestie girl, Taylor.
Cousins Beach, The Real Main Character
From its sun-bleached porches to golden-hour jeep drives, Cousins Beach is more than a backdrop — it’s the mood board for the entire story. It’s summer distilled into a place you wish you could Airbnb for three months straight.
Layer in the soundtrack — a perfect cocktail of Taylor Swift nostalgia and Olivia Rodrigo catharsis — and the result is pure seasonal escapism. You’re not just watching a show; you’re transported into a summer you can practically feel on your skin.
Smells like Belly’s favorite muffins…
Romance with Real Life
Yes, the love triangle is irresistible. But beneath the swoon-worthy moments runs a thread of real human stakes. Susannah, the evolving Fisher–Conklin family dynamics, and the quiet grief woven into the bright beach days all bring depth that lingers long after the credits roll.
One scene has you laughing at Jeremiah’s cringe; the next has you crying into your SPF 50. It’s romance grounded in the bittersweet reality that summers — and people — change you.
Tiktok Takeover
The TSITP fandom is a force. With billions of TikTok views under the hashtag, the internet has become a 24/7 Cousins Beach afterparty. Team Conrad vs. Team Jeremiah debates rage in the comments, while edits, memes, and fan theories pop up faster than you can say “I don’t care (in Conrad’s voice of course).”
The show’s aesthetic practically begs to be remixed, and the fandom delivers — one perfectly timed slow-mo clip at a time.
Page Turner to Prime Video Hit
Since its debut in June 2022, the series has grown into one of Prime Video’s crown jewels. Season 3 alone drew 25 million viewers in its first week, boosted by instantly iconic moments — that peach scene, the bathtub scene, and a Taylor Swift “False God” cue that sent fans into an emotional freefall.
The books gave us the blueprint; the show gave us the cinematic summer romance we didn’t know we needed.
I MEAN.. C’MON
Team Connie Baby or Team Jere Bear
TEAM JEREMIAH OR TEAM CONRAD?
Whatever team you are, let’s just hope Belly doesn’t “choose herself” *eyeroll
It’s the debate that could divide friend groups: brooding, poetic Conrad or sunny, loyal Jeremiah? At The Be Blondes, we’re Switzerland. We’ll take both the slow-burn longing and the golden retriever energy, thank you very much.
Because at the end of the day, it’s not just about choosing a boy — it’s about the ride, the growth, and the way this story keeps us coming back, year after year.
✨ The Be Blondes Final Word: This isn’t just TV. It’s a summer state of mind — the kind that lingers long after the last beach day and makes you want to hit “rewatch” before the credits are even done rolling.
For the record, we are totally 100% team Connie Baby.. *wink
