Glittering Fools

Dragon Park .   It's A (Quintessential Nashville) Thing. However, it was one of those places I grew up going to but somehow took it for granted.   Fast forward to last summer... After weeks of studying in Barcelona, I finally was able to get myself to Park Guell.   I was mesmerized by all the beauty around me and it wasn't until days later when I realized my hometown had its own little mosaic treasure.   Theory top   /  One Teaspoon Encrusted Rollers Forever 21 hat ( similar ) / Dolce & Gabbana sunnies -  ON SALE     Balenciaga  bag  /  Jeffrey Campbell Litas Child of Wild Midi Rings

I recently got to spend the weekend at the beautiful Barnsley Gardens Resort and Spa (Post Coming Soon!).  I spent one morning walking around before breakfast in an easy sundress and comfy sandals.  Most pictures came out a little blurry, but I took that as a trade off of living presently and being bathed in some of the most gorgeous morning light.   Show Me Your Mumu Bella dress in Petal Paint   Ray-Ban aviators   /  Balenciaga  bag  / Tory Burch Cameron sandals  GET THE LOOK Show Me Your Mumu Crop Tory Burch sandals

Summer.  Is.  Finally.  Here.  And of course I'm starting it out with yet another romper.    AND a romper from a favorite designer.   Mara Hoffman Loros Romper  available  HERE  and  HERE Ray-Ban aviators   necklace by Virgins, Saints and Angels   Hermes bangle Michael Kors watch Cartier   bracelet  &  Child of Wild Rings found  HERE  and  HERE Rebecca Minkoff bag Ancient Greek Nephew Sandals Essie Polish in Marshmallow

I Spent Memorial Day Weekend back in semi-sunny Nashville this year.  Although it ended on a rainy note, it started off beautifully - and perfect for a little neighborhood exploring.   Every time I return to Nashville, I am always surprised by how quickly this city grows and changes even though I am always expecting to see differences.  I got a little lost after a necessary stop at Las Paletas , but ended up in the coolest little graffiti alley between 12 South and Belmont.   I love the mood in the air this time of year- everyone is so alive with the excitement of a summer full of lake days, beach barbecues, ice cold beer, warm nights, and bringing home a sandy suitcase after a beach trip.  I decided on a patriotic theme, as I am already getting excited for July 4th- On of my absolute FAVORITE holidays.   Mix some 90s grunge into the typical summer go-to of an easy pair of cutoffs and you get these awesome overalls.  Super comfy ...

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I love summer and I love a good party, yet nothing ruins a good party like sticky, hot, nasty summer weather.  With all the summer weddings an outdoor cocktail parties coming up, I decided to raid my closet to find a good, but easy dress.   The Winner:  Motel Swallow Tail Slip Dress ... and ON SALE! &&&  use code HOTDRESS20 for 20% off dresses  as part of #MotelMonday (Scroll Down For My Faves)  Jewels: Kate Spade  /  David Yurman  /  Michael Kors  /  Cartier    Chanel bag /  Christian Louboutin heels Want More Motel?  Cali Bell Sleeve Dress Garla Slip Dress Pearl Sleeveless Shift Dress Aurora Slip Dress Meadow Slip Dress Ice Cream Strappy Mini Dress Miranda Off The Shoulder Bodycon Jazz Plunge Neck Dress

This look kind of came about playing around with tuxedo and suit- like pieces.  There's nothing I love more than powerful menswear pieces.  As much as I think a cool, white structured blazer is an awesome buy for spring, I gravitate more towards black for the practicality and versatility.  The longer cut of the vest and style of the sort ad some cool yet flattering shape to the outfit and balance out the sequins, making it a good combo for happy hour after the office or making use of some of your workwear on the weekends.      Theory vest  / ASTR  top / Michael Kors watch  / Chanel bag / mini skort - LF Stores  Jeffrey Campbell Lita's GET THE LOOK Sequin Tank  Embellished Y-Back Cami  /  Lola Sequined Tank Black Mini  Runaway Skort  /  Wrapped Up Knit Skirt  /  Summer Cotton Shorts

Every year I always look forward to the Met Gala (which I have somehow always remembered due to its closeness to Cinco de Drinko) as a nice change after being bombarded by #FestivalFashion for weeks.  However, this year I feel like overall it just kind of fell flat.  Shoot me, but I found the theme very awkward.  I mean, China Through the Looking Glass- c'mon.  Maybe it's the world we live in today (i.e. everyone freaking out about Kylie Jenner's alleged black facing incident and Greek organizations on every college campus getting in to trouble for racist theme parties), but it presents the challenge of how to dress in theme without having a bunch of haters call you a racist and a biggot.  I also wonder how many Asian American designers like Wang and Wu are suddenly being celebrated over brunch as some of the best Chinese designers of our time... smh.   But enough of my rant, on to the clothes.   Edged-Up Safe-Side Stylish ...