new kate spade picks

well summer temperatures are here that's for sure! i ran outside this morning and thought i was going to die! i know, i complain when its cold and i complain when its hot! i would much rather be hot than cold though and i definitely don't mind the heat when i'm next to some body of water!

kate spade released the latest collection from their "places to go" 2014 campaign and this month's city  is buenos aires! i stopped in the store on friday and picked up the postcard (they do one for every different destination each month) and then proceeded to fall in love with the clothes! i am loving the trends popping up in all the designer's pre fall collections (blog post on that soon!) and kate spade of course did not disappoint! so, without further ado, here are my kate spade buenos aires picks!

rose print jackie capri

sleeveless fitted tee

rose print silk tie back dress

cyber cheetah flare skirt

cheetah print silk blouse

cyber cheetah drop waist dress

who doesn't love a gorgeous floral print and a fun cheetah print?1 if i could buy it all i would! pre fall keeps looking better and better! i am off to do some sunday afternoon relaxing then it is the usual work week for me! have a happy sunday and here's to a good week ahead! 

xoxo,

clp

meet me at the loveless OOTD

some people may call us crazy, but waking up early for the loveless cafe on saturday morning is worth it! a nashville institution and must-go place for locals and visitors, it is one of our favorites places! worth the drive and every calorie in those yummy biscuits, we only go a few times a year. i always eat more than i need to but the biscuits from scratch and preserves (peach is my favorite) are worth it. serving tried and true southern favorites, the loveless is famous and worth the wait i promise! just a tip though: going bright and early on a saturday at eight AM will get you seated right away!

tory burch tunic, j. crew navy shorts, andre assous espadrilles, lilly pulitzer bangle, louis vuitton neverfull 

it was just the perfect day spent with my wonderful mom and dad! too bad phillip wouldn't get up early enough to join us! we also treated ourselves to iveycake of course! i was trying to practice self-control and be good, but when they tweeted that they had a seasonal special today, we couldn't resist! the blackberry lemon cupcake waiting on me for dessert is already calling my name! 

xoxo,

clp

friday favorites: anniversary sale edition

one of the best events any retailer puts on has started! nordstrom's anniversary sale started yesterday for cardholders! i was too tired after work to go yesterday, but today i fueled up with some iced coffee from the e-bar after lunch and i was ready for the tents (if you have never been, the sale items are put behind curtains/tents)! the sale is ah-mazing because nordstrom discounts new fall merchandise for a limited time and then the prices go back up after the sale! it is a great opportunity to get new fall clothing at a price that would usually only be at the end of the season! here are my finds today at the sale!

via spiga jaffa wedge: such a good wear now & later (with tights) shoe

kate spade tidbit plates: to use or to hang on the wall

kate spade "places to go" mug: to add to my coffee cup collection

bella j "charming darling" candle: once fully burned, each candle reveals a bracelet

phase 3 chain detail open front cardigan: reminiscent of classic chanel 

kate spade branton square stone ring: every girl needs a good cocktail ring

lorac "nude" skinny eyeshadow palette: the perfect palette for everyday 

safe to say i did some damage but all were at such great prices! it really was just a perfect friday! spin, grocery shopping, sale shopping, laundry and cooking! and as a plus, i was all over the LEONA instagram today, both on the LEONA new york account and the LEONA : nashville account! check out two of my favorite outfits, one on sale now and the other brand new! 

favorite SALE picks

friday frock in tan safari + the beau bag

tomorrow i am meeting my parents at one of our favorite nashville traditions: the loveless! those yummy worth-every-calorie biscuits are calling my name! tonight is going to be spent relaxing and taking it easy! have a fabulous friday evening y'all!

xoxo,

clp

double OOTD thursday

i missed posting my OOTD yesterday so today's post is double! double the OOTD, double the fun! but before that, a quick review of the pharmacy restaurant, which i finally got to cross off my bucket list last night! 

• restaurant review: the pharmacy - there is a reason why people are lined up outside waiting to eat. certainly one of the best burgers i have ever had, and the tater tots were just as good! i went with the pharmacy original burger since it was my first time there and it did not disappoint! i highly recommend you go to the pharmacy if you are looking for a burger, fries, some beer and a milkshake to round off the meal! 

southward apparel southern belle v-neck, j. crew linen pants, tory burch miller sandals

j. crew chambray shirtdress, j. crew red leather wedge sandals, kate spade necklace, LEONA ID bracelet

LEONA ID bracelet, micheal kors watch

on another note, the supper i made this tonight may have been one of my favorites yet! as i mentioned on sunday, tonight's supper was spinach-herb pesto ricotta-spinach tortellini with chicken and salad. however, instead of chicken breasts, i sautéed some sliced italian chicken sausage and then sprinkled some parmesan cheese on top! it was beyond yummy and ready in under 30 minutes, salad included! 

coming up soon on the blog are my nordstrom anniversary sale picks (eek! going tomorrow!) and my favorites from kate spade's latest collections! don't forget to follow me on instagram (link is on the right) and also follow LEONA : nashville as well! i was on there the other day in one of my favorite outfits: ava top + sylvia short. keep reading and i'll keep posting y'all!

xoxo,
clp