| editor’s letter ON THE COVER From left Jimi Westbrook, Karen Fairchild, Kimberly Schlapman, and Phillip Sweet Photography by Kristen Barlowe Styling by Courtney Kivela & Stacie Standifer Hair by Taryn Feldman Makeup by Neil Robison Read more on page 46
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o say that it has been an unusual time in the city this season would be an understatement. Between dealing with vicious and damaging storms to handling countless institution closings and entertainment cancellations due to virus precautions, all of us have been a bit out of sorts.
With these tragedies being out of our control in many ways it is difficult to consider solutions to pull things together and protect ourselves and our community. Fortunately, we reside in the Volunteer state. In times of trouble there is no end to ways that we help and assist others in times of misfortune. Because of these efforts, rebuilding and coming out stronger than ever is something to count on without doubt in the city of Nashville and surrounding areas. There are sunnier days ahead. That’s true in more ways than one. We are entering into our warmest and most active season of the year, which means more time together, longer days and welcoming visitors from all points of the globe. Rising above is what we do best, and it’s definitely easier to do with a little sun on our faces. To celebrate the arrival of Spring and the rebirth that it brings, we have included numerous ways to embrace the season in ways that will elevate life in the months ahead. From fashion and entertaining to home decorating, shopping and dining, we’ve uncovered the best and brightest things to explore right now. The best thing we can all do for our city is to shop locally, get out and explore the new dining, hotel and entertainment options and to stay active with charitable events and in supporting venues for the arts. With all of the offerings, there’s no shortage of ways to engage throughout the summer. In this addition, I am particularly proud of the women represented on our pages. To note our one-year anniversary in print, we decided to bring back our original Women’s Edit feature and event, where some amazing individuals are recognized for being leaders, innovators and just flat out fabulous. This year’s group represents the diverse landscape of Nashville and we can’t wait for you to meet them. Outside of this section, we also got to know other fearless females doing incredible things in work, life and philanthropy. To see so many outstanding personalities in a single edition illustrates just how much talent there is in Nashville today. That starts
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with my own team members, who knock it out of the park daily. It’s the vision of this group that makes each print issue and the weekly original content on our website so popular with the audience we serve. You’ll also find some entertaining reads about business founders, artists, actors and of course, our cover personalities, the members of Little Big Town. Having these long-time friends and stellar talents grace our pages is such a treat. I can’t think of any better group to represent the bright site of our city. They are the best! Enjoy the issue and keep following online for behind the scenes from the issue and all of summer’s most exclusive experiences
Stacie @STACIESTANDIFER
A few of our favorite fashion pieces inspired by the Little Big Town photoshoot at Clementine with Kristen Barlowe
DOLCE & GABBANA one-shoulder silk floral dress and heeled slides
