Nordstrom Rack

Disclosure:  I was personally invited by Nordstrom Rack in Louisville to take a gander in their new store.  Nordstrom Rack gifted me a $200 gift card to shop the latest trends and fall finds.  All opinions expressed are my own and are in no way influenced by Nordstrom Rack.  

More exciting than the grand opening of Nordstrom Rack in Louisville, KY, was the fact that I got to shop there ALONE--sans KIDS--dream. come. true.  This translated to about an hour and a half mosey throughout the entire store scouring all of the fabulous fall finds at an insanely good price point.  Go figure, first stop was the men's section---I spotted a row of fab fedoras from afar and fell in love with this Ben Sherman topper.  I also decided to snag a pair of men's Lacoste aviator shades--super cute tortoise with a neon stripe!  Not pictured (coming next week) is a perfectly fitted Kelly Green DVF skirt I snaked (their DVF selection was FANTASTIC--comprised about half of my cart).  The shoe section def proved to be where the majority of my time was spent---chucks, metallic oxfords, and quirky smokers were just some of my fave picks.  I have to say; however, my golden ticket item was the classic boys' navy blue blazer pictured above with the gold buttons---obsessed--and you'd die if I told ya how much I scored it for! I rounded out my excursion with the accessories section--hello Kate Spade for days--and a side of beauty products.  The one area I failed to hit up which I'll do in the next few weeks is their home section----looking for some good cocktail glasses and I've spotted some gold gilded ones online.  So Kentuckians---do yourself a favor and check it out--I was thoroughly impressed indeed!  Stay tuned next week to see how I styled my Nordstrom Rack treats--make it a good one!  PS:  did you see this morning's MASHUP POST--a trio of outfits--check it!

NORDSTROM RACK

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photos courtesy of yours truly & her iPhone 4s

The Mashup

look 1:  jacket (Gap, love this Blk/White Version), blouse (Joie), jeans (dl1961), flats (Jeffrey Campbell dig this pair), crossbody (Elaine Turner c/o), shades (Ray Ban), cuff (unknown), watch (Cartier), rings (Lagos, Anna Beck)

look 2:  sweatshirt (Thread Social), shorts (Asos, sold out), chambray (J.Crew 25% off with code SHOPNOW), bag (Linea Pelle c/o), flats (Ann Taylor old, want THESE), bangles (Bourbon & Boweties c/o Adele of Lexington), shades (Gucci)

look 3:  sweater (J.Crew--ADORE this baseball version 25% off), jeans (7FAM), heels (Pour La Victoire), bag (Michael Kors), watch (Michael Kors)

Just a little fashion mashup of some easy casual looks--nothing terribly fancy--which is what I like about them.  With the exception of the navy Joie Lace Top, the majority of these looks are using items already in the closet (ie:  Striped Jacket, Striped Shorts, & White Jeans).  Oh and if you haven't already guessed, I'm one of those who believe you absolutely can wear white after Labor Day (it's the Floridian in me)---just remember to mix fall/wintry textures in with the whites!  Alright gang, cheers to a fab week--make it a good one!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Nip & Tuck

aprons, linens, white dress, tablescape, table cloths all c/o POMEGRANATE

Fresh. Clean. Girly. Airy. Minimal.  All adjectives I told Ashlyn when describing the look I wanted the new s + s to have---with a side of quirk of course (enter dalmatian print).  No doubt the gal delivered---I'm so very pleased s + s' face lift!  I hope y'all are, too!  I would highly recommend Ashlyn as she just 'gets it.'  Thanks again, dear, so very happy with the end result!

But for you all, onto the more important stuff---this fab giveaway we've got going on today from Pomegranate.  

I truly cannot begin to tell you how insanely gorgeous the location of this photo shoot for Pomegranate was.  Gainesway Farm is equestrian elegance at its finest.  Add the main house which truly is the embodiment of Palm Beach rustic glamour (my fave)--I mean, I'd live in the pool house for pete's sake it is that darn lovely!  Top it off with the fabulously fun gals from Pomegranate and the ever so talented Molly from P Funk Studios and us gals had a great friggin' time indeed!  So in celebration of Pomegranate's Fall Product Launch, we're gonna treat y'all to an apron & tablecloth of your choice---I kinda love all of them and have a feeling you all will, too---be sure to check them out HERE and enter below.  Alright gang, make it a good one---we've got a GORG weekend ahead of us filled with horsey racing and UK football! 

Enter to Win a Table Cloth & Apron from Pomegranate:

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***THE MORE OPTIONS YOU ENTER, THE BETTER YOUR CHANCE--PLEASE PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT BELOW WITH EMAIL AND HOW YOU ENTERED SO A WINNER CAN BE CHOSEN.  CONTEST ENDS NEXT THURS!!  THANKS GANG!

photos courtesy of Molly from PFunk Studios

So Super

look 1:  shoes (Superga x ManRepeller), tshirt (Adidas), vest (J.Crew), pants (J.Crew, been wearing THESE nonstop), cuff (unknown), bag (Michael Kors), rings (Lagos, Anna Beck), shades (Ray Ban), watch (Tag)

look 2:  dress (Asos ON SALE), jacket (HM, love this CAMO VERSION), watch (Cartier)

look 3:  tee (Gap), jeans (Current Elliot), sweater (HM c/o see Similar)

A friend of mine was adamant about me snagging these killer SNEAKS while shopping in NYC.  At first I wasn't sure if they'd be put to good use, but seriously, I've sported these suckers relentlessly since purchasing.  I've even started to wear them out in the evenings for dinner with the girls (see HERE).  Again, I'm a huge advocate of snagging items that can be versatile and worn in a multitude of ways.  These guys definitely fit the bill!  Y'all make it a good one!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Keeping it Classic

 

blouse (J.Crew), jeans (AG Jeans), loafers (C.Wonder), belt (C.Wonder), bag (Michael Kors), shades (Ray Ban), watch (Michael Kors), cuff (unknown), rings (Lagos, Anna Beck)

It goes without saying that I love a good dose of color and print.  It suits my personality and I just always tend to gravitate towards a more vibrant look.  With that being said, I also love a classic look consisting of  White  & Black--it screams polished and crisp.  Toss on a little dose of Monogramming and I'm a pretty happy gal in this rig.  

Lexingtonians with little ones (or nieces, nephs, etc), you must swing by AJs Casuals today or tomorrow for their Oscar de la Renta Childrenswear Trunkshow.  Going on today, 10/7, from 9-4 and tomorrow, 10/8, from 9-1.  The pieces are to die for---seriously beyond precious.  Let the lovely ladies at AJs know that s + s sent ya!  Alright gang, make it a good one!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem