This weekend we had our first cooler day prefacing the coming of fall! Time for me to pull out the cozy sweaters and hoodies. As I enjoyed a Sunday morning outside of Bluff City Coffee, I took a moment to take in my surroundings. Observing Midtown, Memphis I began to think more deeply on the sustainability and artistic values of my town that resonate on every street corner. I felt compelled to share a very sustainable brand that I have worked with a lot this year. If you are looking for fashion that is nice to mother earth,...

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After having two babies I thought I would NEVER be seen in public with a two piece on again, and that is partially true when it comes to a bikinis, but I have found my match when it comes to gym fashion trends and wow does this line totally boost my confidence! ...

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Ladies are always asking, "How do I stay classy while being the most comfortable that I can be?" Well ask no more! Today I am sharing my top 5 secrets to staying comfortable while on the job. ...

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Innovative beach towel? Sounds kind of silly that a beach towel could be innovative, but GoBreezie towels work to prevent the one things that we all hate... ...

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Always wondering what to get your favorite veteran? In honor of the July 4th holiday, I am showing off a watch brand designed specifically for the soldier! ...

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Summer fashion means white, sheer, or exposed skin. All fun and flirty ways to express yourself during the warmer months, but a pain when you are on the big P. Revealing a few HUGE fashion and personal secrets about myself in this post that you will not want to miss. ...

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I have been testing the subscription bag service out with some of my top customers the past few months and I am ready to rock and roll on this really great service! Stocking your closet with the seasons hottest fashions for only $39 is a no brainer for the fashion forward babe. Snag a sneak peek of this month's Style VIP Bag inspiration and learn all about my new service! ...

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You may not have heard of Brahmin, and honestly, I hadn't either until I was perusing the Michael Kors collection at Macy's for a wallet and a beautiful beige imitation alligator fabric wallet caught my eye a few years back. I began to research the brand and what I discovered about the quality captured my heart. ...

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When I became a momma of one I made the typical first time mom choice to go with a diaper bag full of teething rings, food, toys, diapers, etc. Then I carried a purse full of my pre-mom necessities, and a work bag everywhere. As you can imagine, I looked like the bag lady every single day. Between work, errands, and my little, I was exhausted, looking a wreck, and carried terrible tension in my shoulders. Baby number two came along, and I made the contentious decision that I would look and feel great about myself while toting...

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Back from a week long vacation and ready to throw a curve ball at ya'll. You all are going to think I have lost my mind but remember, May is my series of "Finding Alex" and, well, Alex has definitely uncovered a whole new world of fashion! In this post, you are going to learn about my new strategy as a single momma and learn how you too can be more of a bad mama jama when it comes to protecting your children and yourself. ...

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I am so excited to share my latest venture. My newest hobby has been to style StyleBlueprint's monthly What to Wear shoots for their Memphis edition and I have been having so much fun! Here is a sneak peek of some of my favorites from May's spread. ...

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Traveling with my family I always enjoy seeing all of the sights and making memories together, but being a momma of two, finding little moments of serenity top off the vacation. My favorite place to reflect is in the local secret gardens so that I can soak in the scenery and have a little me time. Nothing is more comfortable for doing so than my prAna sustainable lounge wear. ...

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  I had the pleasure of meeting Brandon, founder of BM Franklin and Co., on my trip to New York City this past January and got to learn all about the art of hat making, a craft that is very rare in the 20th century but very alive in the 1920's. Brandon created a custom piece for me to add to my collection that I like to describe as a classy pirate. Sounds like me right? Check out my new fashion accessory and learn all about Brandon and his profession in this interview post! ...

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I'm bringing Tims back, YEA! I know it is spring and creeping in to summer but I am obsessing over my new black Timberlands.  They look fabulous with any look. Try a breezy floral knee or tea length dress with boots, a pair of shorts with high top boots, or skinny jeans cuffed with your Timberlands. Any way you choose to wear them, you can't go wrong in your Tim's this summer. ...

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Last week was Memphis Fashion Week and it was a whirl-wind of amazingly fun events!Check out the recap and be sure to mark your calendars around the first or second week of April next year to join in on the fun! ...

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What is dominating cocktail fashion you may ask? Well it is a term that I made up to describe my style when it comes to events. Everyone knows that I love the 90's look with total comfort during the day but when it comes to getting all dolled up, I like unique structured accessories and more discordant fabric mixes. A sort of style that dominates your ordinary evening tea party. In this post you will learn how to create your own dominating cocktail outfit. The Fabric Mix, Structure, and Fit These 3 things are essential for achieving the...

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Paper bag pants are all the rage in the work place this season and I am totally on board! Last week I attended the designer luncheon with Rachel Roy and of course, it was a must to fashion myself in her designs. In this post I will show you my winter and spring wardrobe mix and also explain the paper bag pant! ...

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Memphis Fashion Week is upon us and this year is going to be one that will be hard to top! Our blogging group Bluff City Lights is hosting many of the events, my shop The Ivory Closet will be showcasing our top styles for spring on an MFW freeze model, and I get to accompany Rachel Roy while visiting Memphis as the headlining designer! Let the event's begin! ...

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Announcing my new role with Style Blueprint! I have been a published fashion stylist in print for about 5 years now. It is a side hustle that provides an escape for the month, one that I truly love. I recently accepted the fashion stylist position with one of the south's most popular blogs, Style Blueprint Memphis. Making the transition from print to digital as a published stylist has been a decision that I feel has propelled my brand and in this post, I will explain how choosing digital can help any profession gain the exposure needed to take...

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  Everyone knows that black is my jam when it comes to fashion but I must admit, I am embracing the beautiful jewel tones residing in the red house of the color chart. In this post, I will show you some of my favorite fashion items in this popular summer color. ...

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