Sweet Treat: Provence Bakery

The second stop on my Sweet Treat tour around Nashville is Provence Bakery. This delicious shop is nestled in the center of one of my favorite neighborhoods, Hillsboro Village.

During the warmer months, I pop in for a coconut French soda + a salad sampler. But now that the temps have started to drop, I'm craving their Peppermint Patti specialty coffee & macarons. Don't worry, I've done the leg work for you & tried all the flavors, & while they are each divine in their own right, the chocolate is hands down my favorite… seriously melts in your mouth!

See my first Sweet Treat stop here & be sure to stay tuned for the final installment with Off Broadway Shoes tomorrow.

{ What I Wore to coffee & macarons: Adrienne Vittadini loafers ℅ Off Broadway Shoes // scarf handmade by my sister // dress ℅ Boutique Onze }

All Photos | Kate Davis Photography 

I thought that this mix of classic silhouettes & patterns was a decent "Nashvillian in Paris" look… thoughts?

These leopard shoes from Off Broadway Shoes are not only insanely stylish, they are crazy comfortable too! My first instict was to go for the basic black pair, but I'm super happy that I branched out & went with the leopard spot calf hair pattern. Still a neutral, but with an added dose of punch!

Still thinking that flats can't be stylish? Then you haven't shopped the crazy good selection available at Off Broadway Shoes! I've pulled my 10 favorites for meeting the sweet spot of style & comfort!

{1} the two piece flat - this is a style that is here to stay! // {2} the ones I have - so comfortable, so chic! // {3} a year round staple // {4} comfy everyday styles don't have to be boring! // {5} no words - total perfection! // {6} go ahead, get the electric blue! // {7} loved the updated look for these espadrilles // {8} adore the sassy bow on this basic ballet flat // {9} can't get enough of these subtle scallops from Tahari! // {10} a perfectly Parisian pair

This post was sponsored by Off Broadway Shoes, but all reviews and opinions are my own.

Holiday Happenings with Zappos

In partnership with Zappos I styled my new Paige jeans and Freebird boots for an evening of exchanging gifts with friends!

{ What I Wore: faux fur snood ℅ Zappos // Paige denim ℅ Zappos // Freebird boots ℅ Zappos // top ℅ The Impeccable Pig }

All Photos | Kate Davis Photography

Shop Freebird Boots + Paige Denim on Zappos!

Julie Leah | Pearls & Twirls | Glitter & Gingham | Pink Bubbly | Here & Now

'Tis the season for gathering together. Check out the looks my blogger friends are wearing to their holiday happenings here.

And just like that the holidays are HERE! This seriously is the most wonderful time of year! The other 11 months out of the year, we run around with our noses in our own lives, but this month, this spectacular time between Thanksgiving & New Years, we open up our homes to friends, exchange thoughtful gifts, send updates in the mail, & hold our loved ones a little closer. Yes please!

Now my friends and I aren't a fancy bunch, so when I'm thinking about our holiday gift exchange, I'm looking to my favorite jeans + boots with a little glam touch (thank you easy & warm faux fur snood of my dreams!)

I love that I can not only pick up everything I need to keep my holiday dressing game on point, but also scoop up gifts for everyone on my list from Zappos! (Check out their amazing gift guide here!)

That's right people. Zappos is much more than just shoes! This customer service centric company sells shoes, clothing, accessories & MORE!

And I cannot get over the fast & free shipping with a free 365 day return policy! (Who pays for shipping these days… get it free from Zappos!)

And yes, still living in these Paige denim skinnies & bananas boots from Freebird.

These jeans are all about the details - the thick, holds their shape denim, perfectly subdued pocket embellishments, & the fit. Oh the fit! 

From Paige: "We are completely obsessed with designing pieces you'll live in-jeans that go from morning to moonlight; the perfect pair that works like a charm, always; pieces to help you stand tall in what you're wearing, and take you exactly where you want to go."

Amen!

And I love wearing these shoes out & about, if only for the conversations that they start. EVERYONE asks about these boots. And I smile from ear to ear telling the tale each & every time - Freebird by Steven boots are handcrafted from start to finish, using a traditional "Goodyear construction", in which stacks of leather are hammered together & carefully stitched to create a virtually indestructible sole. This technique has been used to create the highest quality boots for centuries!

I've been wearing them again and again for weeks, really putting them to the test, & they are just getting more gorgeous by the day!

What pieces in your closet are getting you through the holidays?

Check out the rest of my lovely blogger babe's holiday gift exchange outfits here.

I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.

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{ What I Wore: skirt ℅ Chicwish // faux leather jacket from H&M // Steve Madden over the knee boots // J.Crew Factory tank // nameplate necklace ℅ T. Audrey }

All Photos | Kate Davis Photo

Black and white and easy all over.

P.S. Stretchy skirts are key during this season of eating.

What is your post-Thanksgiving meal outfit trick?

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{ What I Wore to coffee: Le Tote dress // hat ℅ Surfdome (sold out, almost identical option) // Freebird boots ℅ Zappos // purse ℅ Gigi New York }

All Photos | Kate Davis Photography

Giving thanks for the upcoming weekend, long coffees with friends, & cronuts!

I recently discovered this delectable treat in Nashville & must agree, it is worth the hype! (in fact, I had one of each flavor… all in one sitting!)

Nashvillians, Lady Boy Donuts is now selling cronuts at Pinewood Social during weekend brunch. Follow Lady Boy Donuts on Instagram to find out when they drop off a fresh delivery (they go FAST!)

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{ What I Wore: dress ℅ White Plum // J.Crew scarf (love this season's style) // H&M faux leather jacket (similar, under $100) }

All Photos | Kate Davis Photo

Apparently I am making this my yearly announcement (the last announcement came in January 2013) - Ladies, your maxi dresses/skirts work just as fabulously for Winter as they do for Summer. Layer up the jackets, scarfs, & hide an extra layer of tights underneath… the maxi truly is a year-round staple!

I could live in this dress (& have before) so my arm definitely does NOT have to be twisted to leave it hanging in my closet even in cooler months (thank you polar plunge!)

What Summer look are you surprised to find works equally well during the Fall/Winter months?

Bloggers Who Budget: Mad For Plaid

Sharing My Sole | The Style Letters | Let It Be Beautiful | Here & Now | Pearls & Twirls | Stylin in St. Louis | Living in Color Style | The Pumpkin Spot

{ What I Wore: Le Tote sweater // H&M hat (similar, for under $20!) // scarf handmade by my sister, see other options below // Paige denim and Freebird boots ℅ Zappos }

All Photos | Kate Davis Photography

Super excited about our first Bloggers Who Budget link up post! If you are mad for plaid & have a look featuring a plaid item under $75 please link up below (all rules & guidelines, as well as a sweet button to share, at the bottom of today's post) 

This month's theme is particularly exciting, as I am OBSESSED with plaid. Ways I have worn plaid in the past: lady like with tulle (second favorite outfit ever!), with a midi-skirt, tied around the waist, tucked and belted, layered under another button down, with a floral skirt, as a skirt, knotted, under a fur vest, peeking out of a sweater, weekend casual paired with a utility vest… I'm starting to feel like the Bubba Gump of plaid. But seriously, this is one versatile pattern that needs to make its way into your closet. 

I have also been pinning plaid up a storm to inspire your Fall/Winter outfits, check out all the looks on my Fall Pinterest Board.


And, shop all my favorite plaid pieces for under $100 below!

Bloggers Who Budget Link-Up Details: The Bloggers Who Budget ladies would like you to join in on the fun every 3rd Monday of the month, starting 8 AM EST! The BWB link-up is all about sharing how you shop on a budget. Each month will have a theme, which will be announced ahead of time. We want YOU to join in the fun of styling something around our monthly themes & can’t wait to see it!

Want to join the BWB link-up? The third Monday of each month at 8 AM EST, you can head to any one of our blogs to link-up your post. We kindly ask that you please follow all of our blogs (via Bloglovin’, Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest or Instagram!). Also, please provide a link to this in your post or add the button below to your blog. If you tweet, please use the hashtag #BloggersWhoBudget

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with the band

{ What I Wore: Le Tote dress // Coach clutch ℅ Green Hills Dillard's // Ray Ban sunglasses // Old Navy booties // H&M faux leather jacket (old, shop all my current favorites, including this fabulous find for $75, below) }

All Photos | Kate Davis Photo

I wore this outfit to a concert (Vance Joy) with the husband & it just worked. 

A ocelot print wristlet for easy holding of the essentials. A slightly mod dress (with pockets!). And a bit of {faux} leather edge. Yes please!

What have you worn lately that just worked for no special reason in particular?

Can you believe all these booties are Old Navy? I still love the pair I picked up a few years ago!

A faux leather jeacket is a non-negotiable in my closet. Shop all my favorites below: