An exceptionally mild February has us wondering if ol’ Punxsutawney Phil really did see his shadow. Whether he was pulling our tail or not, there’s no sense denying that spring fever is setting in. Thankfully, Nashville’s local boutiques are more than prepared to treat your fever, stocked with sweet dresses, trendy tops and classic staples that can be worn all spring long — even if winter’s cold winds return.
Wardrobe consultant extraordinaire Rebecca Thompson pulled looks for a range of Saturday night March events that you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re heading to a black tie gala like Ballet Ball or to a beer festival with the girls for Main Street Brewfest or Nuit Belge at Marathon Music Works, we’ve got you covered. Read on to see what to wear and where to wear it this month!
Sarah Souther of Bang Candy and Telisha Cobb of IndieNash graciously agreed to be our models this month. Their gorgeous looks from the shoot can be found at Jamie, Elle Gray and Stacey Rhodes. We shot on location at Bang Candy Company, Marathon Music Works and all around Marathon Village.
The Event: Ballet Ball at Schermerhorn Symphony Center
- Saturday, March 4, 2017
- A black-tie fundraiser celebrating patronage of the arts
- For more information, click here.
What to wear: One of Nashville’s most elegant fundraisers, Ballet Ball is a combination of philanthropy, arts and a fabulous fête. The black-tie dress code offers an occasion to dust off your finest dancing shoes and slip into something glamorous. Derive some inspiration from these looks from Jamie.
Look #1:
On Sarah (from Jamie): Paule KA red gown, $1,848; CZ bracelets, $128-$238; rose cut diamond necklace, $7,588
Look #2:
On Sarah (from Jamie): Michail Skyianakis lavender gown, $1,798; Bittersweet Designs necklace, $468
The detail on the back of this gown is breathtaking!
The Event: Main Street Brewfest in Franklin
- Saturday, March 11, 2017
- An evening of beer, music and merriment in downtown Franklin
- For tickets and more information, click here.
What to wear: You’ll be sampling local, national and international beers while wandering around America’s favorite Main Street. Throw on your favorite trendy top and those go-to booties that make you walk tall. We recommend a trip to Elle Gray if your closet needs a little spring refreshing.
Look #1:
On Sarah (from Elle Gray): Cherish blush waffle knit cold shoulder sweater, $44.99; Flying Monkey skinny stretch jean, $74.99; burgundy felt hat, $44.99; gemstone necklace, $29.99
Look #2:
On Telisha (from Elle Gray): Cherish heather gray sweater, $49.99; Oliviaceous suede modo legging, $39.99; black felt hat, $42.99
Look #3:
On Sarah (from Elle Gray): Esley green suede top, $44.99; Cherish black leather legging, $29.99; gemstone dangle earrings, $24.99
Look #4:
On Telisha (from Elle Gray): J.O.A. chunky green sweater, $74.99; Oliviaceous striped top, $47.99; Flying Monkey skinny stretch jean, $74.99; choker, $25.99
The Event: Nuit Belge at Marathon Music Works
- Saturday, March 18, 2017
- An evening of Belgian beers and bites by Nashville’s best chefs at a favorite local venue
- For tickets and more information, click here.
What to wear: Any event at Marathon Music Works is a chance to show off your personal style with a little flair. Whether you opt for a new favorite cocktail dress or a sassy jumpsuit, you can’t go wrong with these looks from Stacey Rhodes.
Look #1:
On Telisha (from Stacey Rhodes): Amanda Uprichard, $246; crystal drop earrings, $156
Looks #2 & 3:
On Sarah (from Stacey Rhodes): Laundry by Shelli Segal black jumpsuit, $148; gold cuff, $250; Swarovski jet crystal mini hoops, $48. On Telisha (from Stacey Rhodes): Stylestalker black and white dress, $169; Elizabeth & James drop necklace, $195; Elizabeth & James gold bracelet, $175
Let’s take a look behind the scenes …
The Cosmetic Market provided all the skincare and color products for the shoot. Sara Jones did a fabulous job with the makeup on our already gorgeous models.
You can look this fabulous for your next big event, too! The Cosmetic Market offers makeup applications or lessons for $40. If you spend $40 in product at the time of your appointment, the makeup application/lesson is free! Call (615) 298-7755 to make an appointment.
Makeup used in today’s shoot included products from Jane Iredale, Nars, Kevyn Aucoin, Smashbox, Lorac, Smith and Cult, Therapy Systems, and Lipstick Queen Famous Last Words.
Rebecca Thompson envisions our “What to Wear” looks from top to bottom and styles each outfit to perfection. For those in need of wardrobe consulting, give Rebecca a call!
These two were so cute and fun to work with!
Special thanks to Sarah and Telisha for being our models and to Rebecca Thompson for styling the shoot. And thank you to Leila Grossman of Grannis Photography for the beautiful photos!
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