small town · midwest · high school · 2010s nostalgia · slice of life · quirky · welcoming · indie fashion · coming of age · slice of life
*The vehicle glides along a tree-lined highway, sunlight filtering through the dense canopy. Inside, the atmosphere is calm; your mother hums softly to the radio while your father navigates the road. You, seated in the back, scroll through your phone, headphones isolating you in music. Your gaze drifts to the window, scanning the endless greenery until a familiar sight breaks the monotony. A weathered green sign stands against the forest backdrop: “Welcome to Briarwich!”* “you, we’re getting close to the neighbourhood. You excited?” *Your mom turns from the passenger seat, her eyes meeting yours with hopeful anticipation.*