Picnicking at Arrington Vineyards

Photography by Madi Flournoy Henderson

JUMPSUIT (SOLD OUT, LOVE THIS ONE & THIS ONE) || DENIM JACKET ||  STRAW HAT || EARRINGS || SANDALS || ROUND RATTAN BAG || STATEMENT RING || WATCH 

PICNIC BASKET || PICNIC BLANKET || WAGON CHEESBOARD || WINE GLASSES 

What is on your summer bucket list this year?!  As a family we have made several...like camping in our backyard, crab hunting at the beach, flying kites, bike riding, and having lots of water balloon fights.  Peter and I also have our own list, which includes at least one picnic date night at Arrington Vineyards!

I've talked about our love for Arrington Vineyards before and of course I have to talk about it again because now is the perfect time to spend a long evening out at the vineyards.  I'll never forget our first date night at Arrington and our first family day date to the vineyards as well...both such wonderful memories!

Arrington is not only perfect for date nights and family outings but it is also perfect for a girls night, a couples hang, etc...whomever you may surround yourself with, time spent at Arrington Vineyards is time well spent.

After sharing my first charcuterie board that I made at home for Easter (you can see that post HERE), I've had an affection for meat and cheese boards.  When packing for a picnic, meats, cheeses, fruits, and nuts are ideal.  They are easy to pack, fulfilling, and delicious when paired with wine (and I've got to say, Arrington has some of THE BEST wine)!  I personally love their blackberry wine, which is a sweeter wine!  Don't forget some macaroons...such a sweet way to wrap up your picnic!

Nashville has so much to offer and sometimes it is nice to get off the beaten path and spend time away from all of the hustle and bustle.  I don't know about you all but I'm intentionally trying to slow our family down this summer and really soak up our time together!

Have you been to Arrington Vineyards before?!

As always, thanks so much for stopping by!  See you back here real soon!

L'Occitane's Aqua Réotier Line

Today's post is in collaboration with L'Occitane.  All opinions are my own.

Photography by Madi Flournoy Henderson

Products C/O L'Occitane 

Summer is upon us and I always like to give my skin a boost this time of year.  Many of you may recall how much I love L'Occitane's products (check out this post HERE) so I'm thrilled to be trying their new Aqua Réotier products!

The Aqua Réotier line has hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and calcium rich Réotier water.  Hyaluronic acid is so great for your skin...it helps retain water and will make your skin feel more plump and youthful.  The one ingredient that makes this line so unique is the calcium that is in the products.  Calcium provides a moisture barrier for your skin which in turn helps it stay hydrated.  I have combination skin but I also struggle with dry skin from time to time and the Aqua Réotier has really help revive my skin.

Start this routine with the water gel cleanser and finish with the thirst quenching cream!  The thirst quenching gel is one of  my favorites of this line...it has thousands of micro bubbles and my skin just soaks this gel in!  It is soothing and so hydrating!  The moisturizing mist is also one of my favorites because I have been carrying it in my purse and giving myself a boost of moisture throughout the day.

If you feel that your skin can benefit from a major refresh and excellent daily hydration, I highly recommend that you try L'Occitane's Aqua Réotier line...your skin will thank you!

Have you tried L'Occitane's products before?!

As always, thanks so much for stopping by and I hope you have a great day!  See you back here real soon!

Eva Mendes for New York & Company Spring Collection

 Today's post is in collaboration with New York & Company.

Photography by Chelsea Rochelle 

CROCHET CROP SWEATER || FLORAL PALAZZO PANTS || SHOES || HANDBAG || WATCH || EARRINGS

The new Eva Mendes spring collection from New York & Company is gorgeous!  The collection is full of Whales green, crisp white, & purple grandeur.  There are stunning florals, classic solids, and figure flattering silhouettes!

These floral palazzo pants immediately caught my eye.  The color combination is a statement maker and the floral print is so fun!  Besides the colors and print, I absolutely love the fit of these pants.  They are high waisted and they elongate your legs, which is a plus in my style book!

This Whales green crochet sweater is the perfect compliment to these pants.  It  is more of a crop fit so it pairs nicely with these high waisted pants.  It's so soft and has the most gorgeous crochet detail along the neckline.

Wear this look to work or mix up the pieces and pair them with more casual pieces for the weekend.  You can wear this crochet sweater with distressed denim or white jeans for an easy weekend look and I'll personally be wearing these palazzo pants with a slouchy v-neck white tee on the weekends as well.  Have fun and get creative!

I've pulled out some of the black in the pants with a black and white striped statement earring and a black and white striped shoe.  My handbag is the perfect summer neutral as well!

From the new Eva Mendes spring collection, I also love this Emme sheath dress, this Alexis gaucho jumpsuit, and these Morgan wide leg pants!  And how fun are these floral tassel drop earrings?!

Hope you will take a moment to check out the new collection at New York & Company!  

As always, thanks so much for stopping by and I hope you have a great day.  See you back here soon!

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#HUNTERBROOKESTYLED: STYLING GRAPHIC TEES IN YOUR 20'S & 30'S

Photography by Cameron Premo

OUR TEE || DRESS || SHOES || BOATERS HAT || WATCH || WICKER CIRCLE BAG || SUNGLASSES || COIN NECKLACE

HUNTER'S BOOTS ||  SCARF || BUCKET BAG || SURFSTITCH ZULU RANCHER HAT

Many of you come here for style inspiration and sometimes we all need a little inspiration to know how to style something more than one way.  If I find an item that I love, I want to be able to wear it again and again but I don't always want to repeat the same look...anyone else?!  I mean I'm a big advocate of buying pieces that you not only love but that are also versatile!  

I'm thrilled to be teaming up with my sweet friend Hunter, of Hunter Premo, to bring you a new style series where we will be showing you how to style similar or even identical items two ways.  We both live in Nashville and have been inspired to offer our supporters even more inspiration and we hope you love this collaboration as much as we think you will!  This is something that Hunter and I plan to do monthly so be sure to check back and be on the lookout for our hashtag #HunterBrookeStyled on social media!

For our first style collaboration, we decided to style the same graphic tee.  I personally don't wear a lot of graphic tees however, when I saw this adorable "Cactus Vibes" tee I knew I had to have it.  Not only do I love all things cacti but I also felt like this tee was a little nod to our time out west in Phoenix and in all honestly, was one of the cutest graphic tees I have seen in a long time!  Plus, the price was hard to beat!

I love wearing a cute graphic tee with denim or cutoff shorts this time of year, (I mean...how cute does Hunter look?!) but I also love wearing tees tied up over a more shoulder bearing flowy maxi dress!  You all know how much I love floral dresses and I loved the boho vibes of this floral dress and I felt as if the tee was the perfect little compliment as well.  You could also tie the tee up in the back if you prefer...either way, it makes for a cute look.

Hunter paired her tee with distressed denim, a statement bootie, necktie scarf, and a great hat!  I adore her look...it has a chic western vibe and at the same time it is such a nod to Nashville style.  Hunter's style is effortless yet polished and her looks are perfect for everyday wear.

We've shared two different looks centered around the same graphic tee and I hope this offered some inspiration to you as well!  We are excited for our next collaboration and would love to hear from you...do you have any suggestions?  Would you like to see us style a particular item or showcase our individual style with a different trend??  Leave your comments below or share with us on social media!

As always, thanks so much for stopping by...hope you are having a wonderful day!  See you back here real soon!

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My Love for Julie Vos Statement Jewelry

Today's post is in collaboration with Julie Vos!

Photography by Madi Flournoy Henderson

Jewelry: Julie Vos

I'll never forget the first time I discovered Julie Vos...I was looking for a gold link bracelet and as I searched I stumbled across an advertisement for Julie Vos, which immediately caught my eye.  I found myself on her website and was in such awe of her gorgeous statement pieces that I ended up spending an hour just looking at everything!

Ever since then, Julie Vos has become one of my absolute favorite jewelry designers and my collection continues to grow!  I wear her pieces all of the time, as you have probably noticed, and every time that I do, I always receive questions about the pieces and where I bought them.  I'm always so proud to share my love of Julie Vos with others because everyone NEEDS to know about  Julie and everyone NEEDS to have at least a few of her pieces (if not a full collection!)!

I was so lucky to meet Julie and the Julie Vos team while in New York during fashion week and it was so wonderful to learn more about her designs and the inspiration behind them.  Julie started her business a little later in life and she has turned her brand into a well recognized and much loved brand. Her pieces are one of a kind and they stand out from the rest!

With classic, chic, and elegant designs, Julie Vos has carved the way for statement jewelry pieces that will become pieces to pass down from generation to generation.  Think heirloom pieces that you will pass to your daughter and she on to hers.  I honestly cannot wait to be able to share some of my collection with Addison one day...I'm certain she will love them just as much as I do!

I recommend that you start your collection with some of Julie's bangles as you can layer and interchange many of her designs for the perfect stack.  The first bracelet that I started with was this Byzantine Hinge Cuff and this Lafayette Link Bracelet.  I knew this would be the perfect start to my collection and it has been.  Since then I have added a variety of Julie Vos bangle bracelets as I love to stack them or even wear just one or two!  I love the Monterey bangle...the price is perfect and it is one of my most layered bangles.

My love for her pieces grew so quickly so of course I have added statement rings, like this gorgeous Catalina statement ring to my collection, as well as classic every day earrings, like these beautiful Medici earrings or these Clara stud earrings, as well!

I hope you will take a moment to check out and familiarize yourself with Julie Vos!  I promise, once you own your first Julie Vos piece you will crave more...in my opinion, every jewelry loving woman needs a collection of Julie Vos pieces!

p.s stay tuned for the Julie Vos Memorial Day sale as well...many of her gorgeous pieces will be marked down and this would be the perfect time to start or add to your collection!

As always, thanks so much for stopping by and I hope you have a wonderful day!

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Noelle Nashville - A Boutique Nashville Hotel

Photography by Madi Flournoy Henderson 

STRIPED BLAZER || TEE || DENIM || SHOES || BRACELETS || RING || WATCH

Noelle Nashville, situated in the heart of downtown and surrounded by many of the amazing things that makes our city so special, is one of our city's top boutique hotels.  If you read my post about MAKEREADY, you have already gotten a glimpse into how special Noelle Nashville is.

Today I am sharing a bit more about their standard rooms and soon I will be sharing a glimpse into one of their gorgeous suites should you wish to stay in a suite instead.

Part of what makes Noelle Nashville so special is its very chic style and what you see from first entering the hotel (the inviting chic and urban lobby) you get an immediate feel for what the rooms will look like as well.

All of their standard rooms have king sized beds in them!  For those of you that travel often, you know that most rooms have double beds and if there are two beds in a standard room, they are almost ALWAYS a double bed.  I've personally never stayed at a hotel that offers two king sized beds in a standard room...have you?!  I do think this sets Noelle Nashville apart from some others.  Having a bit more space when you sleep, especially if you are sharing the room with friends, family, or another couple having a bit more space is so important!

Their rooms are so crisp and clean too!  It is minimally decorated, which I appreciate because it offers a sense of peace in my opinion.  The beds are super comfortable and the bathrooms are spacious and have all of the modern conveniences too!

I highly recommend that you consider Noelle Nashville when planning a staycation or when planning your next trip to Nashville.  I think you will be so pleased and truly enjoy your stay at the boutique property!

As always, thanks so much for stopping by and I hope you have a wonderful day!  Stay tuned for more Nashville experiences...I hope you are taking note and if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to comment below or send me a direct message!