loafer time

jacket: classic Gap jean jacket

shirt: Pug tee ℅ Fur & Collar (check out all of their available breeds - so cute!)

skirt: Lulu's (only available in solid colors, but I found this almost identical striped skirt from Chicwish!)

shoes: Penny Loafers ℅ Johnston & Murphy

purse: Rebecca Minkoff quilted crossbody (also loving this slightly smaller cross body bag from Michael Kors)

All Photos | Catherine Truman Photography

Everyone knows that loafers are perfect work shoes - stylish flats are seriously my answer for every possible work related style issue! But I wanted to show you something a little different. These loafers are from Johnston & Murphy & I think they are the bees knees - the touch of polished patent teacher, & oh so comfy (teacher day tested & approved). And bonus, right now they are on sale for $80 off! 

This outfit makes me happy because I love the mix of masculine loafers with a girlie skirt & I am so proud to finally share my obsessed pug mom status to the world. I mean, I literally wear my pugs around everywhere with the crazy amount of dog hair that I pick off of my clothes on a daily basis, but I feel like this tee is a much better way to advertise that I have 2 adorable pugs living at home. 

My blog friend AJ just launched this line of tees over on Fur & Collar. Check out their line up of breeds - these would totally make a fun Christmas gift for every dog lover on your list!

go confidently

For me, style is best accessorized with confidence. If there is anything I hope I am teaching my 7th graders, it would be to passionately & confidently pursue their dreams!

Growing up, one of the style lessons I learned was that in order to do your best work, you have to feel your best. This means wearing comfortable clothes that you are confident in. Not the dress that might be super HOT, but you always feel the need to tug it this way & that. 

Today I am excited to share with you a new Nashville brand, Aloncii. Aloncii is still in pre-launch stages, but I am totally inspired by their vision of confidence, comfort & creativity! Find out more by following along with the Aloncii story on Facebook. 

All Photos | Nicholas Graham

Mystic Bazaar

The blogging community I have found here in Nashville is so incredibly supportive & collaborative! I have been wanting to do a shoot with some of my best local blogging gals for a while & when I saw the new Kendra Scott collection, I knew this was the project! Kendra was inspired by her travels in Dubai to create the "Mystic Bazaar" Fall collection, but it is actually so Nashville! Nashville is a little bit glitzy, with a touch of boho & a relaxed "oh, this old thing" collected over time vibe.

Caroline & Emily joined me to show the world how us Nashville ladies wear Kendra Scott - each in our own unique way.

Be sure to check out how Emily of The Locus of Style & Caroline of Caroline Margaret Studio wear the Mystic Bazaar Collection. 

All Photos | Kate Davis Photography

My style is "layered on delicate"! The standout piece is the Coby necklace - the dainty chains are perfect on their own, but with the Everly tassel necklace, it goes to a whole new level.

I also tried out the ear jacket trend for the first time & I am blown away by the Callan evil eye style. The fact that the back jacket can be worn with many different earrings makesmyremixing heart happy! 

Finally, this amazing stack of bangles! I adore that it includes all of the mixed metals, to match any of your Kendra Scott jewels. Wear a few matching ones, or pile them on all at once!

Thank you to my blogger babes Emily & Carrie, our photographer Kate & the entire Kendra Scott Nashville team for making this shoot possible!

Shop the entire Kendra Scott Mystic Bazaar collection. 

What new pieces have you been adding to your jewelry box lately? What defines the jewelry style of your town?

weekend stripe

What I Wore to weekend: J.Crew Factory tee // cross body bag ℅ Gigi New York // Citizens of Humanity boyfriend jeans (ancient from college - have my eye on this pair that won't break the bank) // Anthropologie sunglasses // Cole Haan tennis shoes (way old, loving these fresh ones from J.Crew Factory) }

All Photos | Kate Davis Photo

This tee y'all - it is a new favorite that I have worn for weekend frolicking in Nashville, after work meetings, & way more than I would like to admit to my teaching job! I love that it is a really thick knit - totally reminding me of much more expensive St. James tees!

Scoop it up for only $44! 

I am also interested in trying the new striped tees from Everlane (can you have enough striped tees!?!? Is that even a thing!?!?) - Have you given them a try yet?

This is the look of my weekend these days - thankfully Nashville has been so mild & we have been getting out to enjoy it!

Two weekends ago, we rocked out a pub tour via bikes (the ride share B-cycles are awesome & so are Yazoo, Jackalope, & Tennessee Brew Works breweries!), & then this past weekend we totally stalked The Grilled Cheeserie food truck (#YUM)!

What has your weekend looked like lately?

Day in Nashville: Midtown

{ What I Wore for exploring: Le Tote crop top + skirt // ShoeDazzle sandals (similar) // Rebecca Minkoff purse // J.Crew Panama Hat // Ray Ban aviators }

all photos | Rae Marshall Photography 

An outfit for exploring my town. See more of my adventures in the West End/Midtown area of Nashville in the latest Sip, Shop, See post. 

Day in Nashville: Hillsboro Village

{ What I Wore for a day in Hillsboro Village: Ray Ban sunglasses // dress via Le Tote* // Gap jean jacket // Converse sneakers // Michael Kors purse }
*I was gifted a Le Tote subscription, and I truly love this service!
all photos | Rae Marshall Photography

Oh this dress - one of those that looks iffy on the hanger & then turns out to be what you wear for the next 3 days straight (what, just me??)

This outfit was perfection for exploring my local neighborhood, Hillsboro Village. Be sure to check out my post on where to grab a drink, get your shop on, & explore in this quaint, oh so Nashville 'hood. Crossbody bag for hands-free shopping, sneakers for comfort, & my trusty jean jacket for that infamous Southern air conditioner! 

My City, My Style: Nashville

Thank you so much for all your love & support surrounding the awesome project I got to participate in with Macy's American Icons feature of 5 amazing cities. I am very Nashville proud & it makes my heart happy that you care, as much as I do, about this great city!

I was extremely nervous to talk for the first time on video (I hate hearing even my voicemail message…), & narrow down my favorite hot spots to only my top 10 (so. much. stress!), therefore your positive feedback has been wonderful!

Looking forward to sharing more of my beautiful town soon… but for now, please enjoy these photos we snapped at the gorgeous Union Station hotel.

And check out the full States of Style project on Stylebistro.com including a highlight video, Nashville street style, & style guide. See more at Macy's American Icons hub here.

all photos | Alyssa Torrech Photography

{ What I Wore for a day in Nashville: Levi's denim jacket, GUESS sundress (see more options below), Steve Madden fringe purse, Jessica Simpson wedges - all ℅ Macy's // Ray Ban sunglasses }

Shop this All American look with Macy's! My top picks:

States of Style: Nashville

I'm excited to finally share an amazing project I have been working on for the past couple of months! 

Macy's teamed up with Style Bistro to showcase the style & attractions of 5 very "All American" cities, with local bloggers serving as each destination's host. I was beyond thrilled when asked to serve as Nashville's ambassador. I have called this town home for the past 5 years, and have seriously fallen in love. Nashville & I have both changed a lot in our years together, but I've got to say, it is for the better!

These are the States of Style, highlighting the Iconic American style that Macy's is famous for.

See Nashville through my eyes as I take you on a video tour of my favorite local spots & get some Music City inspiration with the street style we tracked down. 

all photos | Alyssa Torrech Photography

{ What I Wore for Nashville sightseeing: INC jumpsuit (similar options below), Jessica Simpson wedges, Charter Club tassel necklace, Vince Camuto link bracelet, Fossil clutch - all ℅ Macy's // J.Crew Panama Hat // Rayban Sunglasses }

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Shop my Macy's All American outfit here: