January saw the closing of “Paris 1900: City of Entertainment” at the Frist Art Museum in Nashville. I really wish I had gone more than once. The exhibit captured the vivaciousness, glamour and even tragedy of life in Paris during the turn of the century. There were sculptures by Auguste Rodin (and a bust of […]
On a recent visit to designer outlet United Apparel Liquidators, I was immediately drawn to a gold mesh handbag with a dark chain strap. I had just been researching 1920s handbag styles and as luck would have it, I stumbled upon just the thing—send a thought into the universe enough and the universe will respond. […]
We’re less than two weeks from Christmas, so now is the time to wrap up holiday gift shopping if you haven’t already! In the event you need a few last minute gift ideas, I’ve rounded up a few of my favorite finds from this year that would make any vintage lover happy. From vintage-inspired makeup […]
I think it’s safe to say that gingham is the print of summer. It’s classic and versatile, and makes me think of lazy summer evenings spent on a picnic blanket with wine and cheese. Naturally, the first chance I got to put a picnic together, I wore my a-line gingham skirt I bought a few […]
As this Thursday marks the first day of summer, I felt it appropriate to remind my fellow pasty people out there to always protect your skin from sun damage, and not to let your suddenly tan friends and family members discourage you from showing off your ghostly gams—even if they relentlessly tease you about it. […]
A dessert picnic is a fun and affordable way to enjoy the outdoors as the weather warms up, and pink chocolate covered strawberries are a simple, pretty snack to pack. Summer picnics can be expensive, after adding up the meat, the cheese, the olives, the bread and (most importantly?) the wine. It’s easy to spend […]
No one throws a party better than Jay Gatsby. While there are always a handful of Gatsby-themed events on and around New Year’s Eve, there are also plenty of ways to celebrate the Jazz Age during summer! What better way to take in the sunshine than while dancing the Charleston at a Prohibition era bash? […]
It’s getting closer to wedding season, so today I’m sharing photos from my vintage-inspired Nashville wedding. It’s been exactly eight months since Javier and I got married and I can’t believe how fast time has gone by! We’re still in the, “We’re married??” phase. I have a husband. A real-life, walking, breathing, talking husband. And […]
Happy Cinco de Mayo! I’m celebrating today with these fruity, refreshing Watermelon Mint Margaritas. Watermelon and mint were a match made in summertime heaven, and great for the holiday since together they show the colors of the Mexican flag. This drink is so simple, proof that you don’t need pre-made mixers or fancy infused syrups […]