As we soak up the last golden days of summer, now’s the perfect time to refresh your style and home with unique FINDS from local boutiques and small businesses. From stylish accessories for your furry friend to game-day essentials that’ll have you ready for football season, these handpicked treasures cover it all.

FOR THE KITCHEN

Linen napkin set

Inspired by sun-soaked gardens and vine-ripened tomatoes, these vibrant napkins bring a playful, summery touch to your table. Made from heirloom-quality flax linen, each napkin is dyed with earth-friendly pigment and screen-printed with water-based inks. We’re partial to this tomato pattern, though — available just in time for East Nashville’s Tomato Art Fest. Find a set for $38 at Gift Horse.

A red cloth napkin with a darker red botanical pattern featuring tomatoes and leaves hangs on a clothesline with two clothespins—a charming Late Summer Find inspired by the vibrant spirit of Nashville.Pin
Tomato linen napkin set, $38, at Gift Horse | Image: Gift Horse

Martini glass

Add a splash of color and elegance to your bar with these one-of-a-kind martini glasses. Each piece, available at White’s Mercantile for $45, features subtle variations in hue, making every glass truly unique. Inspired by the iconic arches of Venice’s Rialto Bridge, this bespoke collection brings a touch of Italian charm to your gatherings.

Yellow glass bowl with lemon wedges beside two yellow stemmed glasses, all set on a light surface in the soft natural light and shadows of a late summer day in Nashville.Pin
Rialto martini glass, $45, at White’s Mercantile | Image: White’s Mercantile

Candle tapers

Another great addition to your homeware collection is these glossy taper candles. Available in a variety of colors, you could easily mix and match a few sets to best match your home’s aesthetic. Pick up a set of three for $14 at Department.

Six white twisted candles in glass holders of varying shapes and colors, arranged on a draped light fabric against a dark background—a chic accent featured in Nashville August FINDS.Pin
Candle taper set, $14, at Department | Image: Department

Coffee beans

Enjoy a cup that gives back with this bird-friendly, 100% organic coffee from Finca Hungaria, El Salvador. Grown sustainably to protect wildlife and fight climate change, it supports local conservation efforts with Friends of Shelby Park & Bottoms. This Bourbon variety offers notes of grape, jam, and strawberry. Grab a bag at Flora + Fauna for $20.

Several bags of "For The Birds" Guatemala Asobagi Shelby coffee are stacked in a box at FINDS Nashville, their green packaging and printed labels perfectly capturing the vibrant feel of late summer.Pin
‘For the Birds’ coffee, $20, at Flora + Fauna | Image: Instagram

Fox dishstand

Charming and functional, this brass-gold metal stand features a fox in a whimsical yet elegant design. Whether used to hold treats, trinkets, or serve as a decorative centerpiece, it’s a statement with personality to spare. Find the dishstand for $70 at Hester & Cook.

A gold figurine with an animal head holds a bowl of assorted orange, yellow, and white flowers—perfect for Nashville-inspired Late Summer FINDS—standing on a wooden surface against a plain gray background.Pin
Dishstand, $70, at Hester & Cook | Image: Hester & Cook

Wooden dice game

Made from durable, high-quality Acacia wood with natural grain variations, this game set features a magnetic closure and six wooden dice. Elegant, functional, and perfect for display, it’s a timeless addition to any tabletop. It’s available for $18 at Hostess & Home, where you’ll also find a matching playing card set.

A wooden dice-shaped box with a hinged lid is open, revealing three dice inside. Three more wooden dice are placed outside the box, making it a charming FINDS Nashville treasure for your Late Summer gatherings.Pin
Dice game, $18, at Hostess & Home | Image: Hostess & Home

Tablecloth

Brighten your table with the festive tablecloth, available at Epergne for $82. Hand-block printed in India, it features a bold color combo and striped, scalloped trim that adds instant personality to any meal. It’s a sustainable choice that supports traditional craftsmanship in Jaipur.

A pink floral-patterned fabric from FINDS Nashville, featuring red flowers, green leaves, and a blue-and-white striped trim—perfect for adding a touch of late summer charm, shown partially folded on a white background.Pin
Tablecloth, $82, at Epergne | Image: Epergne

FOR DOGS

Dog travel backpack

Just in time for National Dog Month, this sleek, TSA-approved backpack is packed with essentials: insulated food containers, stainless steel bowls, reusable bags, a supplement case, and a water bottle. With a slip-on strap for your suitcase and easy-access compartments, it’s made for smooth getaways with your furry best friend. It’s available at The Modern Dog Company for $156.

A black backpack from FINDS Nashville with its front panel unzipped, revealing multiple compartments and two round containers inside—perfect for staying organized during late summer adventures.Pin
Dog travel backpack, $156, at The Modern Dog Company | Image: The Modern Dog Company

Dog travel water bottle

Keep your pup hydrated anywhere with this innovative, leak-proof water bottle featuring a built-in foldable silicone bowl. Compact and lightweight, it fits most cup holders and clips easily to backpacks or leashes with the included carabiner — perfect for hikes, beach trips, road trips, or daily walks. Find it for $28 at R Dog Shop.

On a late summer day, a person holds a blue portable water bottle for a yellow Labrador retriever to drink from outdoors—just one of the many moments you might spot at FINDS Nashville.Pin
Dog travel water bottle, $28, at R Dog Shop | Image: R Dog Shop

FOR GAME DAY

Collegiate coffee sleeve

Show your Vandy pride with this officially licensed, reusable neoprene coffee sleeve featuring hand-illustrated designs of the university’s most iconic landmarks. It’s the perfect campus companion — great for gifting, dorm life, or game day caffeine runs. Also available for other schools, find this coffee sleeve for $15 at Hot Pink.

A plastic cup with an iced drink and straw sits in a Vanderbilt-branded sleeve that reads "Anchor Down," placed on a white windowsill—capturing the essence of late summer and FINDS Nashville.Pin
Collegiate coffee sleeve, $15, at Hot Pink | Image: Hot Pink

BEAUTY

Everything Oil

Simplify your skincare with this all-in-one oil designed for face, eyes, lips, neck, and décolletage. Made with 100% USDA-certified organic prickly pear seed oil and Carter + Jane’s proprietary A3 Concentrate™, it hydrates, brightens, and softens. Find it at Private Edition for $138.

A person holds a dropper above an open skincare serum bottle, with a few drops of yellow liquid in the dropper—one of our late summer FINDS in Nashville.Pin
Everything Oil, $138, at Private Edition | Image: Private Edition

CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES

Hatboxes

So many of us now love hats, and returning to the beauty of hat boxes is definitely a thing. It makes it even more fun to have antique boxes that are fully functional to elevate your organization in that certain je ne sais quoi way! Thank goodness for Daphne Home and the fun finds found within. These Marshall Fields hatboxes will just make you smile, and keep your precious cargo dust-free and in tip-top shape, while adding style to your closet shelves. $40 for the Marche and $50 for the French Room.

Two vintage hat boxes are stacked on a wooden table; both feature decorative labels and attached black-and-white photos of a smiling young girl—a charming Nashville August FINDS discovery.Pin
Hatboxes are found at Daphne Home, in L&L Marketplace, for $40 and $50 each. Image: Liza Graves

Mule

Step into effortless style with these camel-colored slip-on flats. Featuring a subtle heel, an open back, and a chic rattan pattern, they blend comfort and casual sophistication. Find a pair for $86 at Vinnie Louise.

A tan woven mule shoe with a closed toe and low wooden heel, perfect for late summer style, displayed against a neutral background—an effortless pick from FINDS Nashville.Pin
Beckett mule, $86, at Vinnie Louise | Image: Vinnie Louise

Brooke earrings

The Brooke earrings, available for $133 at Judith Bright, combine a touch of glam with effortless boho style. These lightweight hoops are made to shine — comfortable for everyday wear yet striking enough to elevate any look.

Gold hoop earrings with five dangling chain strands of varying lengths, perfect for late summer style, displayed against a white background. A chic addition from FINDS Nashville.Pin
Brooke earrings, $133, at Judith Bright | Image: Judith Bright

Knit vest

This elongated vest, in a warm ginger hue with gold button detailing, features a flattering V-neckline, side pockets, and a timeless silhouette. It’s perfect for transitioning from summer to fall with ease and style. It’s available for $74 at e.Allen.

Woman wearing a sleeveless brown button-up vest with front pockets and blue jeans, perfect for late summer, standing against a plain white background. Discover this chic look at FINDS Nashville.Pin
Knit vest, $74, at e.Allen | Image: e.Allen

Woven crossbody bag

The Loeffler Randall crossbody blends expert craftsmanship with everyday function. Featuring a distinctive green and white woven design, this chic bag boasts a magnetic flap closure, an interior card slot, and a blind-embossed leather logo patch. Find it for $250 at Oak Hall.

Green and white woven crossbody bag with a flap closure and braided shoulder strap, displayed against a plain light background—a perfect Nashville accessory among our Late Summer FINDS.Pin
Woven crossbody bag, $250, at Oak Hall | Image: Oak Hall

Ceramic earrings

Sweet, summery, and full of charm, these hand-painted ceramic earrings feature a heart-shaped design with sterling silver posts. Each pair is handmade and one of a kind, with slight variations that make them uniquely yours. Find them for $48.99 at Bits & Pieces.

A pair of white ceramic earrings with blue leaf designs and heart-shaped cutouts, perfect for your Late Summer FINDS in Nashville, placed on sheer fabric with small pearls.Pin
Ceramic earrings, $48.99, at Bits & Pieces | Image: Bits & Pieces

African basket

This basket is ideal for storing magazines, going on market runs, or displaying in your home. Its proceeds support Alaffia’s fair-trade mission to empower African artisan communities. The basket is available in multiple styles across Turnip Truck locations, including Charlotte, The Gulch, Midtown, and East Nashville. The one pictured here is $59.99 at The Turnip Truck Charlotte.

A woven oval basket with purple, yellow, and red patterns, two wrapped handles, and a yellow tag labeled "Authentic African Oval Basket," perfect for your Late Summer FINDS Nashville collection.Pin
Oval basket, $59.99, at The Turnip Truck | Image: The Turnip Truck

Happy August, Nashville!

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Kate Feinberg

Kate Feinberg is StyleBlueprint's Associate Editor & Sponsored Content Specialist, based in Nashville. Kate is a plant-based foodie, avid runner, and fantasy reader.