Fab Find of the Day--GAP Wedge Bootie

Pierre Hardy peep-toe wedge bootie for GAP
$195

Heel lovers rejoice! The season's hottest shoe just became a little more affordable. These wedge booties from Pierre Hardy are a steal at $195 and go great either dressed up or down. Sure, you should probably be shopping for everyone on your list, but we won't tell! Take advantage of this great buy. Your wardrobe will thank you! The darling peep-toe footwear is a special to GAP's designer editions. To get the look, go online at www.gap.com or check out one of the select GAP retail stores. 

Fab Find of the Day-- Volunteer Traditions

Tristar Bow-ties in Orange & Red

Today's "Fab Find" comes from Volunteer Traditions. In the Spring of 2006, a couple of friends got together and decided to design a line of products that reflected the pride and traditions of the state of Tennessee. Now, four years later, Volunteer Traditions can be found in several retail locations across the state and beyond. The quality line of bow-ties, tees and hats can be purchased at Mast General Store, M.S. McClellan, Wm. King Clothiers, Bink's Outfitters, Westwin Clothiers, Initial This, You're Invited and The Hermitage. You may also purchase items from the Volunteer Traditions website by going to volunteertraditions.com. 

Fab Find of the Day--Diane Von Furstenberg Kindle Case

The Kallie Clutch

Today's "Fab Find" are the kindle covers by Diane Von Furstenberg. These gadget accessories are stylish, sophistacted and fun gifts for anyone on your list. All of the cases are outfitted in an ultra suede interior or canvas twill blend so that your kindle stays protected while in transport. Other special touches to the case include a shiny gold DVF clasp and convenient business card slots on the inside cover. To purchase one of these darling cases go to Amazon.com. Hurry, this hot item won't last long! 

Fab Find of the Day-- Sac à Baguette

Have you ever set out for a weekend of leisure, one filled with bakeries, small boutiques, fresh flowers or a flea market, wishing you had a larger, more stylish bag to carry?

Well, search no more. Sac à Baguette has created a sophisticated and most of all, sustainable tote with the urban female in mind. Going to the supermarket? Don’t let those flimsy reusable bags slow you down. Pick up groceries in your sac à baguette tote, and continue on with your day. The individual compartments make sure purchases stay in place, while sturdy materials ensure groceries don’t end up smashed along the way.

Fab Find of the Day-- Blackbox Case

The 32" Blackbox Case ($130)

Sometimes you don't have to do much to find that perfect gift; Sometimes the perfect gift just comes to you out of nowhere. While looking for kitchen products to feature in an upcoming issue, I stumbled on these great laptop cases for the MacBook Pro. They make a great gift for dad, brother  or even boyfriend. Each case is made from solid oak in a manly, yet sleek and sophisticated design, with a felt interior lining for added protection against scratching. The company behind such fabulous  products is Blackbox Case. To purchase a case, go to their website at blackboxcase.com. 15% of the purchase price goes to charity! 

Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree: 21st Annual West Tennessee Healthcare Gala

Saturday, November 13^th, 2010—  The Jackson community was full of the holiday spirit as nearly 500 guests attended the 21^st Annual West Tennessee Healthcare Gala. This year’s theme,  “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” was a particularly merry event whereby guests were greeted by Santa upon arrival. Dinner was provided in the eloquent Carl Perkins Civic Center ballroom.

The evening produced over $100,000 in donations to the West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation. All proceeds will be given to the Ayers Children’s Medical Center and the Kirkland Cancer Center.

Fashionable and Functional: Stay Warm in Style

When it comes to choosing an outfit, you don’t have to choose fashion over function. This winter, stay warm in style with a few accessories that are sure to be favorites this season. Here are three practical, yet adorable looks for an adventure out into the cold. 

Puckered Salutation Scarf from Anthropologie

   

This ivory scarf is a great addition to any outfit. Throw it on over a plaid flannel shirt or a pea coat for an extra warming effect. Check out anthropologie.com for more fashionable winter accessories! 

Zip Leather Gloves from J.CrewGloves make a great winter season accessory. Check out these from J.Crew. The zipper detail and cashmere lining make any outdoor adventure feel extra luxurious. 

Yukon Classic Bomber Hat from Eddie Bauer

Say goodbye to the toboggan, and hello to this year's newest cold weather trend--the bomber hat. The inside shearling lining is indescribably soft. Keep your ears cozy and face warm this season with one of these classic looks from eddiebauer.com or llbean.com. 

For more fabulous styles check out the December issue of At Home Tennessee Magazine! 

Text by Kelly Kriegshauser

Winterize Your Skin!

Even though the cold winter weather hasn’t quite reached us yet, it is never too late to winterize your skin! It is best to start exfoliating and moisturizing before the cold hits so that your skin is prepared. Here are some great products that will do the job and leave your skin feeling extra soft this winter season!


Kiehl’s Moisturizer
I recommend this moisturizer to everyone! It is light, but heavily moisturizes your face and body. It even has SPF 15 for those of you who will be outdoors or hitting the slopes. The best thing about Kiehl’s lotion is that a little goes a long way. One bottle of Kiehl’s lotion lasts an unbelievable long time. Check out Kiehls.com for more products that can winterize your skin. Grab a free sample of Kiehl’s lotion on the website.


Burt’s Bees Beeswax Lip Balm                                                               You can find Burt’s Bees Beeswax lip balm almost anywhere. Burt’s Bees is 100% natural, full of coconut and sunflower oils and rich vitamins your lips need for the cold weather. The beeswax seals in the moisture and keeps your lips hydrated for longer. Burt’s Bees Beeswax is only $3 on burtsbees.com!

C.O. Bigelow Rice and Bamboo Gentle Exfoliate
The C.O. Bigalow Rice and Bamboo Exfoliate is gentle on the skin, yet the rice and bamboo do a great job of removing dead skin and pollutants from  your body. C.O. Bigalow Rice and Bamboo Exfoliate improves and tones your skin, leaving it soft and radiant! You can find this product, along with many other great products to winterize your skin on bigelowchemists.com!  


Check out the December issue of At Home Tennessee Magazine for even more great products!! 
Text by Kelly Kriegshauser

Knoxville Fun!

We got to spend the better part of last week hanging out in Knoxville! We had so much fun! Why you ask? Our fabulous fall fashion shoot took place there, of course! Check our October issue for more on that.

In the meantime, check out some of the fun things we did in Knoxville!

We love the Four Points Sheridan!

Yummm Ritas on Market Square!

Hanging out on Gay Street

The window of the S&W Grand

People watched at Market Square

Sampled Gelato from Coolato Gelato

Wandered around Old City

More from Old City

Ate at the Tomato Head! (We did a LOT of eating!)

What are some of your favorite things in Knoxville?

A Younger You

In our August issue, we took a look at some great anti-aging products. Here are a few of our favorites

Lavera Anti-Aging Sun Screen

lavera.com

Josie Maran Aragon Oil Moisturizing Stick

josiemarancosmetics.com

Skin 2 Skin White Tea Anti-Aging Face Wash

skin2skincare.com

Clinique's Repairwear Laser Focus

clinique.com

Tennessee Tailgate in Style

Summer is coming to an end and the kids are headed back to school. This only means one thing: Football season is just around the corner! Below are some ideas to show your Vol pride, whether you’re at the game, tailgating, or just watching the game from home!

footballfanatics.com

This Columbia Tennessee shirt is great for all ages.

Footballfanatics.com

Will the Vols have another blackout this year? Stay prepared with this lightweight windbreaker.

Volplanet.com

This breezy summer dress is perfect for the lady of the tailgate.

footballfanatics.com

She'll feel like she's one of the squad with her very own Tennessee cheer outfit.

Volplanet.com

Don't forget your biggest fan! Pets tailgate in style with this collar bandanna.

Coming Soon: Back to Bama-- Essentials for a Crimson Tide Tailgate

New Designer Makes Home in Nashville

Joan Dress Cerise Silk Faille $288.00

Darling tiered skirts, bow-tie details and bright textures have us anxious for Leona’s fall collection to hit stores. Lauren Leonard, the creative force behind Leona, says “It’s about gaining the adoration of your boyfriend's parents and making him swoon all in one dress. It's a balancing act of charming and sexy.”

Swoon indeed, these looks we’re just what we were looking for when we began our September fashion pages. Leona offers the perfect mix for style you can wear now and into fall. The young designer, who recently moved to Nashville, is sure to be a hit. Leona can currently be found at Hemline boutique in Nashville or online at Leonacollection.com.

Stylish Splurges

In our August Issue (on stands now!) we look at some stylish splurges that you should spend your money on. Here are just a couple of those splurges!



"The perfect dress for almost any occasion and any season." -Suzanne Bishop from Frankie and Julians

Ali Ro Dress
available at Frankie and Julian’s,
Chattanooga, 423.266.6661



Rick Owens Biker Jacket
available at H. Audrey, Nashville
haudrey.com, 615.670.5701



Frye Vienna Lace Up Boot in tan
thefryecompany.com



"A great piece of jewelry is always a best splurge because it not only can make an old outfit look and feel new and exciting again, but it also can put an exclamation point on a fabulous new outfit. This statement piece can be worn in the day paired with comfy jeans and a white t-shirt, as well as in the evening with your favorite little black cocktail dress.”
-Debbie Swacker, Mam’selle

Virgins, Saints and Angels Magdalena necklace
available at Mam’selle, Jackson
731.668.2420

For these Stylish Splurges and more, check out the August issue of At Home TN magazine!

We're Obsessed!

I wasn't born with long, full lashes. I was born with really short, thin lashes. And I've always wanted long full lashes. Even mascara doesn't do much to help.

But let me tell you about our new At Home TN obsession!! I had seen a commercial for the Maybelline Falsies on TV and I went to Target to get some. I have been using the Maybelline Colossal and it worked good, so I thought I'd try this.





Images from Maybelline

It is quite wonderful!!




by: Nikki

We're Obsessed!

For July, we went totally green... green as in eco-friendly, that is. From finance to decorating, fashion to beauty, we learned all about going green so you can too! Make sure to pick up our latest issue to see how it is easy to be green.

Here are some of our favorite green products!



ecoSkin dress
ecoskincollections.com




LaVanila's Vanilla Lavender Body Butter
lavanila.com




Tees for Change inspirational tees are made from super soft bamboo and organic cotton. Buy a tee and Tees for Change plants a tree!
teesforchange.com




Frieda and Nellie's "Austin, Texas" Bracelet
All bracelets are one of a kind and made from 100% cotton knotted friendship bracelet and vintage pieces.
friedaandnellie.com



Joy Fabiano Ortensia clutch
JoyFabiano.com

Nashville Fashion Show!

Our June issue features an article on the Nashville Symphony’s Fifth Annual Symphony Spring Fashion Show. We had so much fun, but we just didn't have enough room to show all of our favorite pictures! So here is more from the fashion show and the article.




Celebrating Music and High Fashion
Recently, fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi showed his fall 2010 collection at the Nashville Symphony’s Fifth Annual Spring Fashion Show, an event benefiting music education. With performances by country music group Little Big Town, a cocktail party, dinner and a silent auction, the evening was an all-around success. TEXT Nikki Aviotti | PHOTOGRAPHY Nikki Aviotti


On a warm April evening, Nashville’s finest gathered to raise funds and celebrate high fashion at the Nashville Symphony’s Fifth Annual Symphony Spring Fashion Show. Featured on the runway was the fall 2010 collection of fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi, who teamed up with retailer Guy Mayer for the event. The show was emceed by country group Little Big Town.
The evening’s proceeds benefited the Nashville Symphony and the Thor Johnson Scholarship fund, named for former Nashville Symphony music director. The scholarship provides 12 school-aged students in Middle Tennessee an opportunity to advance their music education. “This cause is very meaningful to me,” said Mizrahi, who has a background in performing arts and is directing a production of Stephen Sondheim’s “A Little Night Music” in St. Louis opening June 6. “I think the beginning of art is music. I respect so much musicians.”
The evening, co-chaired by Troy Solarek and Pamela Kurio-Poe, took a full year to plan. The Nashville Symphony’s courtyard, where a pre-show cocktail party was held, was decorated in a palette of pale greens and whites and was accented in floral arrangements by the Tulip Tree. A silent auction was also held during the pre-party, during which guests could bid on items from Tiffany, a trip to Fashion Week in New York, an evening for 12 with Titans General Manager Mike Reinfeldt and a “Many Will See” necklace by Amanda Urrego.
Little Big Town’s Kimberly Schlapman and Karen Fairchild both donned sparkling Mizrahi ensembles from the collection and appeared with bandmates Jimi Westbrook and Phillip Sweet. “I love fashion because it’s kind of like music,” Fairchild commented. “It’s a self-expression. It’s quite an honor to be able to wear his [Mizrahi’s] collection and be a part of this.”
Because music is such an important part of the band member’s lives, the group felt the need to contribute to the cause. “We just wanted to help out in the small way we could,” Schlapman said.
The fashion show took place in the Laura Turner Concert Hall, where models from the Nashville area glided along the catwalk in looks that included day and evening wear featuring fur, sequins, tulle and exposed zippers. “A lot of things inspire me,” said Mizrahi of his collection and shows. “This show we did in New York, I was inspired by the idea of sprites and fairies living in Central Park. I like the idea of that kind of urban fairytale.”
Before the show, Mizrahi playfully commented on Schlapman and Fairchild’s outfits, exclaiming, “Oh my God, where did you get those gorgeous dresses?” His light-hearted banter continued on stage before the show began, when the barefoot designer half-joked, “Anyone who wears my clothes, I love them!”
Although this was his first time visiting the country music capital, Mizrahi said, “I’ve always been fascinated with the idea of Nashville. There is something about it [country music] that is more direct and pure.”
The show ended with a standing ovation and was followed with an acoustic performance by Little Big Town including popular hits like “Bring it on Home,” “Stay” and “Vapor.” The crowd then poured out of the show and made its way to an outdoor tent where dinner was served as the evening wound down.

Before the Show:






Some of our favorite pieces!












A Standing ovation:



Little Big Town performing:



The end of the evening: