Do-si DO's for Nashville

Even as a non-country music lover Nashville, Tennessee was great for a getaway. You'll learn about one of the country's music industry hubs and discover some cool places. You'll go to enjoy the live music playing along Broadway, take a trolley to tour the city, find an exact replica of the Parthenon in the middle of a park and eat delicious food. In a couple of days you'll find you feel right at home. Go see more touristy pics in my IG story.

Jeans & Western Shirt- Wrangler | Boots- Sebago | Sunglasses- Ray-Ban

 

Shirt- Life After Denim | Khakis- Original Penguin | Sneakers- Gola Sneakers

Coincidentally during my visit to Downtown Nashville, Wrangler opened a pop-up shop just a couple of blocks away from Broadway and all the Honky Tonks. Make sure to make your way over and check out the latest offerings, a legit denim bar and even a stage for live music performances during the weekends. Get more details here.

217 2nd Ave S photo: Emily Blincoe

photo: Emily Blincoe

photo: Emily Blincoe

Stay Very Warm

Sweater- Life After Denim | Beanie- Burton | Denim- Polo Ralph Lauren

Have you heard of The Very Warm? If not, let me introduce you to this brand. The Very Warm is where function and creativity intersect. As puffer jackets go, I'm so happy with the way it fits. The color is called midnight and as soon as I saw it on the site I knew I had to have it.

(I'm such a fan of the oversized hardware)

Sneakers- Tretorn | Socks- Bombas | Watch- Jorg Gray

One of the coolest things about The Very Warm is the artist collaborations- giving them another venue to share their vision. The artist whose art is featured in the lining of this jacket is a Los Angeles based artist called Trav. Read all about him here.

Photographer- Karina Muñoz

NYC's Spring Palette

Spring is officially here but sadly, it seems some places have not received the memo! NYC is one of those places, so here we are, yearning warmer weather but having to still wear our winter gear. I've found a few pieces that will help you during these days of climatic uncertainty. For starters, I found this rich blue windbreaker from Robert Graham, the perfect extra layer during spring. This winter  season, turtlenecks have been the MVP and the grey ribbed turtleneck from Life After Denim is keeping me nice and warm even during spring. If you are looking for a cap to add to your collection Gents always has a wide variety. I love this wool stripe one that gives me that extra bit of warmth on the old noggin.

Step right this way- Gola sneakers to take you around town.

 

 

Photography- Joel Richards

When I went to OKLAHOMA!

Little did I know that life was going to take me to Oklahoma but there I was, last week, to support my brother as he graduated from boot camp for the Army. As any proud brother who is also a blogger would do I went scouting for a cool spot to take pictures while he was getting debriefed. Driving around the area this beautiful building turned up. It used to be a high school and is now used as a municipal building. If you ever find yourself in those neck of the woods do not dismay there are a few things you should do and local places you should eat at. Let's start with dessert, do go to Braum's. This place has cheap and delicious desserts and is kind of like a bodega too. For an actual meal go to Back Porch Draft House, everything we got there was delicious. Lastly, make sure to go to the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. This city slicker was in awe of the majestic bison and the beautiful landscape. All in all, I had a great time and will not lie when I tell you that I also went to Outback and Chuck E. Cheese because, family. I'll do anything for family. 

I like to pack light and this Fjall Raven duffle was ideal for this short trip.

Sunglasses were a must during this trip! Sunglasses- RAEN

This shirt was perfect for the dry 80 degrees in Oklahoma. Shirt- Life/After/Denim

Must-Have Accessories for Fall 16

The weather has been all over the place but we are finally feeling the temperatures drop! That means it's time to get yourself some great accessories for the season. I've looked high and low and found some scarves, beanies, watches, sunglasses and even a backpack that will have you ready and stylish for whatever mother nature throws at you this season.

Photographer: Eric Carter

Get the combo deal. This scarf and beanie from the GAP is classic and easy to add on to your wardrobe. (Watch- Nixon)

Think of the Cuff. Make sure to have a cool cuff like this one from George Frost, it goes perfect with a great time piece like this Nixon watch. Let's not forget to include a cap from Gents for that extra cool factor.

This is the type of shade you want- RAEN eyewear partnered with a beanie from Original Penguin.
The bomber needs no formal introduction, check this one out by Exley.

Let your scarf do all the talking. A statement piece like this scarf from the GAP is an easy way to be bold in just the right the way.

Cute puppy not included. Fjallraven has released their classic Kanken backpack with black on black leather detailing! It's like they read my mind. (Shirt- Life/After/Denim | Cap- Gents)

Road Trip: Galaxy Diner on Route 66

Little did we know that right across a most awful hotel where we spent the night there would be this awesome 50's diner on Route 66 in Flagstaff, AZ called Galaxy Diner. I can honestly say that breakfast and lunch are great here because we came twice on the same day specifically because they offer 100 different milkshakes flavors. We had to come back for the milk shakes (Yolo)! I had the cookies and cream and chocolate milkshake while my little sister had the brownie chocolate milkshake and they give you the silver cup where its all mixed, so good.

Shoes- Aldo Shoes | No Show Socks- Mack Weldon (they live up to their name)

Shirt- UniQlo | Pants- Life/After/Denim | Tie- Skinny Tie Madness 

Road Trip: New Orleans

I had seen pictures of New Orleans and they don't do it justice. It was like stepping to another country and time in history. My visit only lasted a few hours but I made the best of it by spending most of the time at the French Quarter. Jackson Square was one of the mandatory stops but I made sure to explore the surrounding streets and alleys. And of course, I could not forget to get a tasty beignet (or two) at Cafe Du Monde a couple of blocks from Jackson Square. Speaking of food I was left wanting to try more of all the delicious food New Orleans has to offer. I did get to try some jambalaya (how can you not!), andouille sausage and of course a po' boy. Needless to say, I will have to make my way back to NOLA for more than one reason.

Jackson Square in the background. Shirt- Parke & Ronen | Pants- Life After Denim | Shoes- K-Swiss x Billy Reid 

Sunglasses- Shwood Sunglasses | Bracelet- Giles & Brother 

Bag- Cambridge Satchel Company

Preppy Style: Lighter Fabrics In Warmer Weather

It's time for lighter fabrics and colors in your wardrobe. If you're going for a preppy look but in a more subtle way, try these out. First, a tie with a whimsical print like the one below from Artfully Disheveled is as masculine as you can get. Add some white canvas sneakers which are the epitome of prep style like the ones I'm wearing from Tretorn. Last but not least a stripe oxford shirt and chinos. For you guys in warmer climates look for lightweight chinos like these from Life/After/Denim, they make all the difference. Now, you're set!

The bigger picture: Shirt- J.Crew | Tie- Artfully Disheveled | Chinos- Life/After/Denim

Get the details: Watch- Skagen

A step in the right direction: Shoes- Tretorn

Photos by HAGUE NYC