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Nashvillian of the Year Award To Dr. Ming Wang, Harvard & MIT (MD, magna cum laude); PhD (laser physics) Presented by Kiwanis Club International, Nashville, TN The Kiwanis Club of Nashville is proud to announce Dr. Ming Wang, director of Wang Vision 3D Cataract and LASIK Center, world-renowned laser eye surgeon, author, and philanthropist as the 35th recipient of their coveted Nashvillian of the Year Award for 2015.

Dr. Wang receives the award by exemplifying the qualities of Outstanding Nashvillian of the Year and the Kiwanis International Vision. Dr. Wang worked diligently to make the world a better place, when he established the Wang Foundation, helping patients from over 40 states in the U.S. and 55 countries, with sight restoration surgeries performed free-of-charge.

“It is difficult to know anyone who works as hard giving back to the community and changing the lives of children as much as Dr. Ming Wang,” said Kenny Markanich, president, Kiwanis Club of Nashville. “He has helped countless children through the charitable outreach of his foundation, giving free surgeries to repair their vision.”

Dr. Wang actively contributes to the Nashville community as the founding president of the Tennessee Chinese Chamber of Commerce and as an honorary president of the Tennessee American-Chinese Chamber of Commerce. The mission of these two chambers is to help educate Tennessee businesses about China, helping Tennessee to increase its export to China. He is also a co-founder of Tennessee Immigrant and Minority Business Group, an organization that pro-

vides support to the diverse cultural and ethnic businesses in our community.

For the past 35 years, the 1 0 0 - y e a rold civic club has bestowed the annual accolade upon an individual who has gone beyond the expected scope of their abilities for the betterment and benefit of the Nashville community. The selection committee was spearheaded

by George H. Armistead, III, one of the three original architects of the award (along with the late Gillespie Buchannan and the late Ralph Brunson).

Past winners of note include Martha Ingram, Roy Acuff, Jack Massey, Phil Bredesen, Vince Gill, Tim Corbin, Mike Curb, Frank Wycheck, Darrell Waltrip and Mayor Karl Dean. A program saluting Dr. Wang was held at the Patron Club, Friday, July 29th at 11:30am. Dr. Wang was presented with a com-

memorative plaque along a commissioned caricature.

About Kiwanis: Kiwanis Club of Nashville is a local chapter of Kiwanis International. This global organization of more than 660,000 members is dedicated to serving the children of the world.

It annually raises more than US$100 million and dedicates more than 18.5 million volunteer hours to strengthen communities and serve children.

Members of every age attend regular meetings, experience fellowship, raise funds for various causes and participate in service projects that help their communities.

Dr. Wang can be reached at: drwang@wangvisioninstitute.com Wang Vision Cataract & Lasik Center 1801 West End Ave, Ste 1150, Nashville, TN 37203 615-321-8881 www.WangCataractLASIK.com

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Contents March 2017 | Vol. xxiv, No. 3

parties

features

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How the Cookie Crumbles

By Design

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Of the Animal Purr-suasion

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The Art of Conversation

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The Perfect Fit

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Down to a Fine Art

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Heirloom Quality

A Girl Scouts dessert competition at Outside the Box

Nashville Humane Association fêtes the Top Tails Donor Society

Lively cultural discussion at Conversations at Oz

Inspiration and advice from interior designer Nate Berkus

Spring Fashion: Nashville’s Rising Stars Inside the studios of Eric Adler, Loring & Co., Cavanagh Baker, Morton & Mabel and Ona Rex

A chat with fashion designer Zac Posen

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Elegant designs at the Heart Gala

A sophisticated evening at the Antiques & Garden Show Preview Party

departments 12 In Our Words Impeccable style near and far 14 Behind the Scenes Phillip Nappi

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Antiques & Garden Show, American Heart

Association Patrons Party and more

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55 ON THE COVER

Eric Adler Bornhop with Cooper photographed in his studio by Daniel Meigs. Hair and makeup by Betsy Briggs Cathcart of Studio BBC Salon. To see more of Eric’s studio, turn to our Spring Fashion feature on page 40.

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Nuptials

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Taking Vows

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Double Take

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Nstyle

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Best Behavior

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Nroute

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Discerning Reader

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Step Inside

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Localite

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Pencil In

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Nretrospect

Latest Nashville weddings

Jackson-Ryan vows

Two boutique owners talk fashion

No outfit is complete without accessories from these local designers

Expert etiquette advice from John Bridges

Key Largo and Islamorada, Florida

You be you

Ceri Hoover

Making quality time a priority

Calendar of March events

Looking back on 100 years of Girl Scout Cookies

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Since Nfocus was founded in 1993, fashion has always held a prominent place in our pages. In addition to covering local boutiques and stylish Nashvillians, we produce two fashion issues each year, focusing on the hottest current trends and where you can find them.

This year, we decided to do things a bit differently for our spring fashion issue. As Nashville’s fashion industry continues to bloom, we wanted to highlight the men and women in our own backyard who are on the cutting edge of design.

We chose five local fashion designers, known for creating impeccable womenswear, menswear and children’s clothing, for this year’s feature. Learn more about these talented artists and their chic designs beginning on page 40.

Speaking of design, I had the honor of interviewing two huge design stars this month, albeit on different ends of the spectrum. I sat down with interior designer Nate Berkus before his keynote lecture at the Antiques & Garden Show. We talked about finding the right purchases for your home, the growing minimalism trend and his design philosophy. Flip to page 39, and check out the full interview at nfocusnashville.com.

I also chatted with Zac Posen (page 55), who will be showing his Fall 2017 collection at the upcoming Symphony Fashion Show. The iconic fashion designer and star of Project Runway opened up about coming to Nashville for the first time ever, his new collection and the fashion mistakes everyone makes.

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Nancy is a reader of books, rider of bikes and lover of all things local. She lives in East Nashville with her husband, Kyle, and beagle, Gus. Email her at nfloyd@nfocusmagazine.com.

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Phillip Nappi Phillip Nappi’s dream of becoming a shoemaker was born when he worked at a shoe store in college. He felt at home among the piles of boxes and smell of leather, telling his co-workers he would one day open a store in New York City. He went into sales after college, but despite his success, he could never get the shoes off his mind. It wasn’t until years later, after he’d bought and sold a garbage company here in Nashville, that he, his wife and daughter moved to Italy so he could learn how to make shoes. While he was there, he did some research on his family lineage and discovered that his grandfather Peter Nappi had been part of a long line of Italian shoemakers. So in 2011, Phillip and his wife, Dana, revived his grandfather’s legacy by establishing the Peter Nappi brand in Nashville. All of their products are designed at their shop in Germantown and handmade in Italy with great skill and care.

by Wesley H. Gallagher photograph by daniel meigs What is the best place to buy a gift in Nashville?

White’s Mercantile, AshBlue and — of course — Peter Nappi What is one luxury you can’t live without?

San Pellegrino sparkling water with lime is a luxury to me. I know I can have water from a lot of sources, and the glass bottles are a waste, but it tastes better. There is something elegant about pouring from glass, and it allows me to cut back on wine.

What is your favorite locally made product?

I love to cook, and good cooking starts with great ingredients. We signed up for Bloomsbury Farm’s CSA last summer — by far the freshest product in town.

What are your favorite local events?

Anything showing at the Ryman, the Music City Food + Wine Festival and Titans games

What are the essential shoes for every man to own?

A cool sneaker, a classic dress shoe, a Peter Nappi boot and a loafer What is the most interesting place you’ve traveled?

I really only go to Italy, but I do love St. Barthélemy. Paris is one of our favorites, and this past summer, we spent time in northern France along the coast. The historical relevance of that part of the world is fascinating.

What are the best new Nashville restaurants?

Etc. and Sam’s Place in Belle Meade What is currently in heavy rotation on your iTunes or car stereo?

Lately, we have been listening to a lot of Christian contemporary music like Brandon Heath, Zach Williams and Chris Tomlin. Some close friends on a vacation over the summer turned us on to it, and we haven’t looked back. We have a young daughter, so the positive message is important for us all. Otherwise, I like Vivaldi, Louis Armstrong and most types of lounge chill music.

Who are the Nashvillians with great personal style?

Spencer Hays, Jeff Loring and David Arms Who is your favorite local clothing or accessory designer?

Emil Erwin gets it right. His styles are great and craftsmanship is second to none.

The Basics

Name: Phillip Nappi Profession/Title: President and co-founder of Peter Nappi Hometown: Columbus, Ohio Zip code: 37205 Years in Nashville: 18 Favorite Peter Nappi product: The Julius Boot

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Northgate Gallery Fine Antiques

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American Heart Association Patrons Party 1.26.17

The always hospitable Shawn and Gordon Inman opened their elegant home to the patrons of this year’s Heart Gala. After a welcome from Gordon — and an invitation to tour the home — guests dispersed throughout the rooms only to end up in the dining room where a delicious cocktail supper from Kristen Winston awaited them. Upon leaving, everyone received a bottle of Veuve Clicquot as a parting gift, a big-hearted thank you for their generosity.

by Holly Hoffman photographs by Daniel Meigs

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CapWealth Advisors presents Friday Night Reception with Ed Nash, 2017 Featured Artist 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

SATURDAY, MAY 6 Infinity Hospitality Group presents Family Day at The Harding Art Show 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

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Antiques & Garden Show Keynote Lecture 2.3.17

The design-savvy crowd at the Antiques & Garden Show were in for a treat at the keynote lecture when renowned interior designer Nate Berkus shared his thoughts on everything from decorating with a baby in mind to developing personal style. Moderated by Traditional Home’s Tori Mellott, the hour-long chat also included Nate’s favorite items from the show (which he toured that morning before the lecture) and insight into how he would use each one in a home. by nancy floyd photographs by Daniel Meigs

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Antiques & Garden Show Bourbon Party 2.3.17

Connoisseurs of exceptional antiques and tipplers of fine bourbons received a hefty dose of both at the Antiques & Garden Show Bourbon Party. In only four years, this Friday night addition to the show’s roster of activities has become a not-to-be-missed event, as evidenced by this year’s large crowd. Guests sipped on a variety of Brown-Forman’s best beverages while noshing on barbecue, exploring the gardens and, of course, doing a little shopping.

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Grand Day Kick-Off 2.9.17

Chair marcy Rehse and Nashville Children’s Theatre Board Chair Jamie Eskind were over the moon with the number of board members and patrons joining them at Fin & Pearl to kick off this year’s Grand Day, which will be held April 23.

Guests stopped snacking long enough to hear words from new Artistic Director Ernie Nolan and to learn the theme for the 18th annual fun-filled Sunday afternoon: Goodnight Moon.

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Valentine’s Day Giveaway 2.9.17

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Genesis Diamonds invited a number of special women to join them for a giveaway. The common tie between these attendees?

They all have children who have struggled — or are still struggling — with a number of medical conditions and have spent time at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. Chocolates, flowers, manicures, pedicures and — what else — a gorgeous piece of jewelry brought smiles to the faces of these strong women who choose to put their families before themselves day after day. by lauReN laNgstoN stewaRt photographs courtEsy of gEnEsis diamonds

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Hearts of Hope Luncheon 2.11.17

once again, Reba brought hope and happiness to a group of homeless women at Nashville Rescue Mission’s annual Hearts of Hope luncheon. The early Valentine’s Day celebration served as a way to show love to the residents of the mission with a week of pampering that included makeovers, manicures and goody bags. Some 700 attendees came together at Trevecca for the fabulous afternoon festivities that included performances from Caroline Kole and Reba.

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How the Cookie Crumbles A Girl Scouts dessert competition at Outside the Box

Co-chairs Cherie Hammond and Candy Vaughn

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s little green boxes of happiness were arriving on doorsteps, the Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee were spreading even more love and deliciousness at Outside the Box. The Williamson County fundraiser returned for a second year to celebrate the arrival of cookie season.

Guests arrived at Tennessee Bank and Trust for the sugary sweet festivities where, once again, five Franklin chefs used Girl Scout Cookies to create an original dessert and compete for the most votes. Each person was given a ticket upon arrival to vote for their favorite — after sampling all five, of course.

First up? Cork & Cow’s Peanut Butter Shortie, a shortbread cookie crust topped with peanut butter mousse, orange marmalade and a cookie crumble made from Do-si-dos. Next to them, Puckett’s Boat House was serving up mini Trefoil Key lime pies on a nautical themed table. Merridee’s Breadbasket gave everyone a run for their money with their Ambassador’s Parfait, a delectable layered blend of chocolate mousse, peanut butter mousse, whipped cream and crumbled Tagalongs. Across the room, Delta Bound’s decadent Mint’issippi Mud Pie featured a crust made of Thin Mints, rich brownie and pudding layers and toasted Italian meringue topping. But in the end, it was Momma Nik’s Cheesecake’s Samoas-inspired coconut cream cheesecakes — aptly named Loco for Coco — that sent everyone wild and earned the most votes.

Owner Niki Gillian was clearly moved by the victory. As a mother of two daughters, she was proud and honored to be able to give back to an organization that stands for all girls. She continued her generosity the following day when she gave away the remaining mini cheesecakes at her shop to raise additional funds for the Girl Scouts. Concluding the evening, the Girl Scouts once again celebrated a local heroine in the culinary arts — this time, Sharon Hatcher of Hatcher Family Dairy.

Even though the dessert sampling had come to an end, everyone left with the five dessert recipes in hand, a great way to turn those little green boxes into plates and bowls of happiness.

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Of the Animal Purr-suasion Nashville Humane Association fêtes the Top Tails Donor Society Laurie Eskind, Celeste Reed

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he Nashville Humane Association recently honored the members of its Top Tails Donor Society with a cocktail supper at the home of alwaysgracious hostess Julie Malott. This generous group of supporters looks forward to the annual winter event to celebrate the programs and services of the NHA and the impact the nonprofit makes on the more than 4,000 homeless animals it cares for each year. With such a strong common bond as the love of animals, the party is always a hit.

Julie’s inviting home provided plenty of spaces for guests to mingle over wine and cocktails, admire the art-filled walls and exchange updates on their families — both two- and four-legged members. In the kitchen, Johnny Haffner paused from refilling trays of his tasty appetizers to offer curious guests a sample of whatever they might have missed. People raved over the delectable menu of one-bite morsels, which included lobster BLTs, country ham salad and fig jam on white cheddar biscuits, wild mushroom ragout in pastry shells and beef tenderloin on crostini with horseradish cream. So, it was no surprise that trays were continually being replenished.

Cocktail chatter wound down as the evening came to a close, with almost all agreeing that they would see one another again at Cause for Paws, the NHA’s annual fashion show and luncheon to be held April 26. As guests departed, they received a very special party favor — Julie’s incredibly delicious chocolate chip cookies — one very sweet way to say thank you to these devoted animal lovers.

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The Art of Conversation Lively cultural discussion at Conversations at Oz Sean Alexander, Co-chair Arnita Ozgener

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n a recent rainy evening, more than 300 of Nashvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s community leaders and supporters of the arts converged at Oz Arts Nashville for their second annual fundraiser: Conversations at Oz. Billed as a salon-style evening celebrating the art of conversation, the former headquarters of CAO Cigars was overflowing with exactly that: passionate conversationalists and vibrant personalities.

The buzz was certainly centered on the compelling new exhibit, Hide and Seek, by Korean-born visual artist Heeseop Yoon. Known worldwide for her largescale line drawing installations and intricate black-and-white ink drawings, this particular installation from the artist was jaw-dropping. Using repeated applications of mini strips of black tape, this larger-than-life mural depicting the chaos of clutter and consumerism took on a life of its own, covering the walls, floor and ceiling of the space.

Co-chairs Arnita Ozgener and Laura Cooper could not have picked a more appropriate caterer than the creative and convivial executive chef of Prima, Sal Avila. The three-course dinner was served family style, and the passed apps of ranch pork skins, octopus ceviche crostini with mandarin jelly and butternut squash skewers with mozzarella at the cocktail reception provided an art experience of its own.

The round tables for eight were elegant in shades of ivory with multi-dimensional textures, a perfect choice as the neutral tablescapes allowed the colorful personalities of the 33 table hosts to unfold unfettered. These diverse conversations covered everything from the challenges of being an athlete and an actor with Eddie George to technology and healthcare with Marsha Blackburn to building a bourbon brand with Charlie and Andy Nelson. The friendly roar of the room was evidence that this evening of heart-to-heart cultural discussions was an all-encompassing success, every bit as flourishing as the burgeoning mural on the wall.

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P I C T U R E Y O U R PA R K Centennial Park’s revitalization will transform our city’s central park into a model of sustainable ecological and horticultural excellence, accommodating modern uses that will honor the park’s history, make it a place for the community to thrive, and stand the test of time.

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he 44th annual Heart Gala was an art-filled affair, from the moment guests opened their invitations — a watercolor motif in shades of pink and red — to the live auction, which included an extraordinary five-day art adventure in Havana. Co-chairs Susan and Chris Holmes were inspired to use “The Art of Heart” as this year’s theme in recognition of the important work of the American Heart Association in “painting a landscape of prevention and care in our community.”

On the night of the gala, more than 500 guests enjoyed cocktails in the Main Lobby of the Schermerhorn surrounded by paintings available in the silent auction. Bidding continued in the West Lobby where auction chair Richard Courtney could be found strumming guitars signed by Jack White and others. No one even gave a thought to dinner until the auction closed.

The watercolor design carried through to the Laura Turner Concert Hall, where AmosEvents hung large panels across the stage to cover the organ, and offwhite table linens with a marbleized palette of raspberry, cherry and pomegranate were specially made for the night. Deep red votive cups lit up sleek glossy-white urns brimming with arrangements of red amaryllis and red and deep pink roses.

A performance by aerialists from Beyond Wings Circus preceded the threecourse meal from Kristen Winston. And while eating their Black Forest chocolate mousse torte, everyone paused to give a standing ovation to Judy Foster, who received the Martin E. Simmons Award for her selfless volunteer contributions to the AHA. By the end of the night, a record-breaking amount — more than $1 million — had been raised for cutting-edge research and life-saving programs in Middle Tennessee, making this gala one of only 15 AHA events to do so. To celebrate the milestone, the doors to the hall opened for 220 Late Party revelers who quickly joined the crowd for dancing to the Infinity Show Band.

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orld-renowned designer, best-selling author, TV personality, film producer, product designer, husband, father — is there anything Nate Berkus can’t do? The interior designer, who started his firm at the age of 24 and was catapulted to fame on The Oprah Winfrey Show, has an impressive and lengthy résumé that includes producing an Oscar-winning film (The Help), hosting two television shows (The Nate Berkus Show and American Dream Builders), writing two best-selling books and designing a home collection and oh-so-adorable baby line for Target. He recently appeared as the keynote speaker at the Antiques & Garden Show to share his design insight and favorite picks from the show.

We sat down with the design star before his lecture to talk about the Antiques & Garden Show, his decorating philosophy and the biggest mistakes people make in their homes.

What’s your impression of the Antiques & Garden Show?

I think it’s a first-rate antiques show, and I had a feeling that it would be just because there are so many beautiful things in the South, and the idea of being able to see it all gathered under one roof and edited so beautifully is really fun for me. Like, I’m having a tough time sticking to my obligations because I’m noticing things out of the corner of my eye that I want in my own home.

I would imagine you’ve been to shows of this magnitude around the world, but it can be kind of daunting to a non-design person. What’s your advice for navigating a show like this and finding the right purchases?

I think you take it like a grocery store. Don’t get all scattered and notice something that’s three rows away and skip [to] it. Go in order so that you’re certain that you see everything, and have in mind that these are people that spend their life and their livelihood and their careers culling together groupings of beautiful, wonderful, unique, special things, so enter conversations with people.

It’s not a question of being intimidated, and you’re not meant to be an expert in 18th-century French furniture to appreciate a chair, you know? You can like something just because it’s pretty, and most of the dealers at this show — and at really any show I would imagine — are proud to talk about the reason why they’ve selected something and are happy to answer any questions that you have. No one’s an expert in everything. ... My philosophy in design for the last 20 years has always been: our homes should tell our stories, and the way we do that is through the things that we allow in our homes. If you feel a connection to something — and you feel it tells your story or the story you are meaning to tell in your home or in your room — then you’ll find a place for it.

What do you think is the biggest mistake that people make when it comes to design?

I think the biggest mistake — the universal mistake — that everyone makes in design, or that many people make in design, is that they are worried about what their girlfriend is doing or their motherin-law or their sister. They’re worried about what’s in the design magazines.

They’re worried that they’re not on trend, that they’re not good enough, that they’re not creative enough, that they’re not capable enough to pull off something that feels particularly personal and individualistic. And it’s a lot! The best interiors for the last 300 years are interiors where people broke the rules. They just went out and did something and combined colors and set up a space in a deeply personal, individualistic way. ... So it really is about sort of charting your own path and then taking the information that’s out there, that’s available from the design experts and from people who are in the industry that can help you with

issues with scale and proportion and layout and some of the sort of tried-and-true principles that exist about decorating. But the fun part is the fun part, and the fun part is coming somewhere like this and standing in front of something that you may not know exactly where it’s going, but you know 10 years from now, you’d still like to see it in your home.

Do you have a favorite room to design? Or is there one you think is most essential to design well in a home?

I think every room should be well-designed. I really do. I mean, I care deeply about what the inside of my pantry looks like. [laughs] I’m crazy. You have to be a ruthless editor in your home. There’s no reason to hang onto that coffee mug that somebody gave you just because somebody gave it to you, and you find it ugly, and you never use it, and it’s shoved in the back of your cabinet. I don’t believe in public rooms versus private rooms.

I believe in using your best every day. I believe in throwing sterling silver, except for knives, in the dishwasher because you can. I believe in eating off of the good dishes and using cloth napkins, not in a pretentious way, but if you have those things, why are we saving them? Why are we saving our wedding china? For what? We’re going to have a banquet at some point? We’re not. We need to have breakfast every day; let’s have some toast.

On that note, what do you think about this growing minimalism trend? As a designer of interiors and products, what do you think about the idea that if something doesn’t bring you joy, you should get rid of it?

I buy it. I do because I think we live with too many things. And I think that we’ve lost. It’s interesting because there’s a very fine line between collector and hoarder, and hoarder is like a diagnosis, so we don’t throw that term around, but the truth is that the difference between living well with beautiful things and not living well with beautiful things is that when you have too much, you stop noticing what’s special about what you have. If you’ve hit a PHOTOGRAPH BY DANIEL MEIGS point where you can’t appreciate what you’ve worked hard and saved for and bought and organized in your home because there are too many things, I think that’s when you need to take a look at it and start subtracting things out of the interior. It’s not easy, you know. It’s really not.

Especially since I don’t have anything in my home that I don’t have some sort of attachment to, something that reminds me of where I’ve been or who I’ve loved or where I want to go or the weekend antiquing with a friend in Round Top, Texas, or Paris or wherever. But I think it’s an interesting philosophy because we all need to kind of step back a little bit and assess what we have going on in our spaces and really if it’s making us happy any longer. Often times, it’s not. >>

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In a nondescript office building on Spence Lane is the showroom of bespoke and custom men’s clothier Eric Adler. In the laid-back space, jazz plays in the background; Cooper the shop dog snoozes, and designer Eric Adler Bornhop greets you with a warm smile and firm handshake. Behind him, a rack of handsome jackets and suits attests to his talent and exemplifies his motto: “tastefully bold menswear.”

Aside from Megan Barry sporting his only womenswear jacket, Jack White, Big Kenny and Paul Janeway of St. Paul & The Broken Bones wear his designs. So do other men ages 25-55 who like to do something different and appreciate the finely constructed jackets and clothing — quality wools, standout linings and prints like bold paisley and houndstooth.

Eric has always had an interest in art and “always liked to be the best dressed in the room.”

Impressed by stylish Spaniards while traveling abroad, Eric was inspired to create his own clothing line. In 2012, he returned to Nashville where fashion legend Manuel Cuevas accepted him as an apprentice and then tailor. When Manuel announced he was ready to go out on his own, Eric Adler was born.

A 2014 debut at Nashville Fashion Week resulted in him being named the fifth Nashville Fashion Forward Fund recipient last year. The experience created a lot of buzz for the brand, leading him to participate in trade shows in Chicago and New York and eventually developing a limited-run, small-quantity, curated collection for Fall 2017. Eric says, “It’s been a fun ride,” and from the look of things, the ride is just beginning. ericadlerclothing.com by holly hoffman

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Designer: Eric Adler Bornhop Brand launch: April 2014 Design philosophy: When designing, I attempt to create an aesthetic evoked by the sentiments of different musical genres while incorporating motifs of nature.

To me, fashion is: pandemonium and peace in unison.

Why Nashville? I choose to run my business in Nashville because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fertile ground for my two main passions: music and fashion. I love the people, and Tennessee is such a beautiful place.

I want to design clothes that make people feel: unique and comfortable while pushing the boundaries.

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Cavanagh Baker had to learn to trust her instincts the hard way, but they’ve proven to be reliable in guiding her career. While working on her senior collection as a student at SCAD, the first two critiques of her work were harsh. Struggling to find the right balance between the advice of her professors and her own design sensibilities, she made the tough decision to incorporate some of their ideas but stay true to her own vision. Her instincts proved to be right, and her collection was chosen as part of the senior showcase (the holy grail for SCAD students), a fashion show in Hong Kong and an exhibit at the SCAD FASH Museum of Fashion + Film in Atlanta alongside Oscar de la Renta. Her success at the school also helped earn her a job as an apprentice designer at Reebok upon graduation in 2014, a position she held for nearly a year while she worked on her first collection.

As one of the rising stars of Nashville’s burgeoning fashion industry, Cavanagh continues to depend on her instincts as she builds her brand. “I design the way that I want to live my life,” she says. Her impeccable taste is the cornerstone of her eponymous womenswear collection, founded in the spring of 2016 and headquartered in Cummins Station. “I want women to come in here and put on clothes and instantly feel more confident and more beautiful,” she says.

Her flagship boutique includes a retail space for her ready-to-wear collections as well as a design studio where she works with clients on custom pieces. It’s worth noting that Cavanagh’s first custom client was Mayor Megan Barry, who hired the designer to create her gown for the 2015 Symphony Ball. Since then, she’s designed pieces for Kelsea Ballerini and Little Big Town along with other local women who love luxury fabrics and quality design. Her Fall 2016 collection is currently available, and her 2017 Spring Summer Collection will be released mid-March. cavanaghbaker.com

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Designer: Cavanagh Baker Brand launch: Spring of 2016 Design philosophy: I design for women who love clothes and who appreciate the fine art of dressing well.

To me, fashion is: who you are.

Why Nashville? I was drawn to Nashville because of its concentration of uniquely styled women. Also, I suspected that the presence of the entertainment industry would be good for business, and that has proven to be the case.

I want to design clothes that make people feel: confident.

In three words, I would describe my brand as: glamorous, unique and timeless.

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Since its launch in August, Morton & Mabel’s simple, timeless clothing for children has been extremely well received. Designer Kate Brown creates stylish — yet comfortable and unfussy — dresses, trousers and tees in year-round colors for boys and girls ages 2-10. She developed the line “to take the stress out of kids’ wardrobes and provide options for minimalist parents.”

Mabel, her daughter’s middle name, is the design aspect of the company, and Morton, her mother’s maiden name, is the mission — a focus on sustainability. The classic designs can easily be passed down to siblings, future generations or others in need. Morton & Mabel clothing arrives with a coloring book that explains the process of giving back and a poly bag to return gently used clothes to be redistributed to a partner organization.

Kate, a former child model, always wanted to be a fashion designer, but it wasn’t until she had two children of her own that she found her inspiration. Frustrated with the lack of options between over-stylized clothes and bare basics, she began to create classic silhouettes with great design and fine fabrics from her East Nashville home. She sought advice from Nashville Fashion Alliance’s Van Tucker and Cara Jackson and eventually partnered with Omega Apparel to produce her collections.

Morton & Mabel is sold exclusively online through its website as well as those of Garmentory and Babyccino, but when Kate was invited to participate in the latter’s Los Angeles ShopUp in April, she — of course — made an exception. mortonandmabel.com by holly hoffman

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Designer: Kate Brown Brand launch: August 2016 Design philosophy: In order to do “minimal” well, you must be intentional.

I want to design clothes that make people feel: like they’re investing in quality, cause and solution. My goal is to relieve the stress of getting children dressed and the necessity of ease and comfort — leaving more room for imagination.

In three words, I would describe my brand as: timeless, functional and minimal.

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With over 30 years of experience as a tailor, Jeff Loring’s transition into custom design seems like a no-brainer. As the proprietor of Stitch-It & Co., an alterations business he has owned since 1988, Jeff honed his craft tailoring suits from every major designer in the world.

“I’ve taken apart and put back together virtually every brand that’s manufactured in the world,” he says. “I’ve seen all of them [and] how they’re made inside and out.”

After three decades of helping clients get the perfect fit from their pre-existing wardrobes, Jeff launched Loring & Co., a bespoke suit company in his Green Hills shop, four years ago. Clients can choose from 4,000 fabrics and an array of linings, buttons, stitching types and styling options for a seemingly endless number of possibilities. Jeff works with each client from start to finish, a process that typically takes around six weeks and requires just two fittings. And while many tailors charge extra fees for every added flourish and feature, all of Loring & Co.’s suits have a set price based on fabric. So whether clients want pick stitching, a ticket pocket or functional buttonholes on the sleeves, the price remains the same. “I just want to make it simple,” Jeff says. “You can have it any way you want it.”

In addition to bespoke suits, Stitch-It continues to offer top-notch alterations, and a retail space features ready-to-wear suits, shirts and accessories from Loring & Co. along with a curated selection of goods and clothing from local designers including Emily Phillips, Otis James, Sevier Skirts and ShaveFace. Loring & Co. recently branched out into footwear, offering completely customizable shoes and slippers for men and women. stitchitandco.com

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Designer: Jeff Loring Design philosophy: Fashion is fleeting; style and quality are eternal.

To me, fashion is: more than clothing. It’s a reflection of our character. It’s our visual statement of who we are.

Why Nashville? I am a proud, native Nashvillian, a product of its public schools and blessed by this supportive community. There’s no place like it! It’s home.

I want to design clothes that make people feel: confident.

I would describe my brand as: classic with style.

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Nashville native Ashley Balding — fashion designer and founder of Ona Rex — learned much about the trade from another local superstar, Otis James. As a student at O’More, Ashley worked for the bow tie and cap designer. “He taught me a lot of what I know,” she says. “He was amazing.”

Thanks in part to the skills she learned while under Otis’ tutelage and the relationships she formed while working with his brand, Ashley ventured out on her own in 2014 to launch her womenswear collection, Ona Rex. “I knew I wanted to do something really different from what was going on,” she says. “Bright and colorful and energetic.”

After launching with a very small collection, she has spent the past three years honing her craft and expanding her brand, which she operates out of a space in Berry Hill. Her careful selection of high-end and off-kilter fabrics adds a depth of texture and whimsy to her pieces, and she doesn’t shy away from bold colors and prints, varying textures, frills and ruffles. The result? A luxurious line of ready-to-wear women’s clothing that is both tasteful and daring.

Ashley is currently working on two collections simultaneously: a Summer Capsule collection — expect lots of linens, ruffles, simple silhouettes and accessible everyday pieces — and her Fall 2017 line, which pulls its inspiration from ‘80s new wave for an edgy yet streamlined collection that blends neons and neutrals. She will be showing the Fall 2017 collection at Nashville Fashion Week in the beginning of April, and her Base collection is currently available for purchase on her website or by scheduling an appointment at her studio. onarex.com

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Designer: Ashley Balding Brand launch: 2014 Design philosophy: A tradition of uniqueness that exudes a sense of confidence and whimsy To me, fashion is: my breath.

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I want to design clothes that make people feel: bold, empowered, bright and beautiful.

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The Perfect Fit A chat with fashion designer Zac Posen

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n April 18, Zac Posen will join the ranks of Carolina Herrera, Monique Lhuillier and Oscar de la Renta as the featured designer at the 2017 Symphony Fashion Show. The iconic designer and Project Runway star, who has dressed everyone from Michelle Obama to Claire Danes, began his training as a teenager at Parsons School of Design before launching his company at the age of 21. Celebrating the 15th anniversary of his brand this year, Zac will be presenting the first runway show of his Fall 2017 Collection right here in Nashville. We chatted with the fashion designer about the inspiration behind the collection, the most surreal moments of his career and his advice for finding the perfect gown.

We’re so excited that you’ll be coming to Nashville — for the first time ever — in April for the Symphony Fashion Show. Is there anything you’re excited to see or do while you’re in town?

Well, I’d like to horseback ride. I want to take in the city. I’m a big music lover and fan. I’m always inspired by where I go, so I’m ready [ for] Nashville to inspire me. I also want to go to the Country Music Hall of Fame. I want to try to see the clothing archives. I have a tour set up there.

Will you be showing it in a traditional runway format here in Nashville?

Yes, which is exciting. It makes it even more special. It’s going to be the first runway experience of our selection.

That’s amazing! Can you tell me much about the inspiration behind the collection?

It was really about balancing the signature structures and [an] exploration of how we manipulate and control fabric.

I really wanted to make sure that there was a handcrafted element that balanced the very refined couture craft that the house makes. I wanted the humanistic elements of making clothing in there. I thought it was very important today, and I think that kind of tradition of technique is more and more rare in the world and something I wanted to highlight. With our industry changing and everything becoming digital and fast, [I wanted] to highlight other parts of the fashion industry within the photography world. Printing images large scale is its own high craft process in itself, and I’m a big believer in preservation of craft; I think it’s something that as humans we are very connected to.

I’m intrigued about the new collection and how you chose to present it for New York Fashion Week as a photo exhibit instead of a runway show. What can you tell me about it and your decision to go with this off-runway exhibit-style approach?

I always look at where we’re at in the moment within history and then within my industry. I think that fashion has evolved immensely, and I thought it was really the right time to try a different format. I wanted to do something that felt personal.

I wanted to do something that was very focused on how people communicate today, which is on their phones, which is visual. ... So basically, in my original studio, it’s a photo exhibition in collaboration with a very dear friend of mine, photographer Vanina Sorrenti. The photos were taken in Speaking of collaborations, you have worked on some my dad’s studio where I started, and those images are being really interesting partnerships over the years from creblown up very large scale by an art printer. They’re going to ating makeup with MAC to redesigning the airline unibe floating in the space. And listen, I love a runway show. I’m forms for Delta. Is there a brand or product that you’d a theatrical person by nature. I think that this is a different love to collaborate with in the future? kind of dimension, and it adds a different kind of cool factor Anybody [who] follows me on social media — and anybody to the whole element. We’re living in a very changing world. ... that knows me — knows that I am a perfume fanatic. I really Fashion is about breaking these kinds of rules. And certainly, Photographs courtesy of zac Posen understand the emotion and poetry, the sensory experience the way that fashion has communicated to the customer, to and the inner glamour and confidence that perfume can the fans, to the retailers, to the stars, has changed immensely, so it’s time for the give you. ... It’s such an amazing, expressive medium, and I mix my own blends at brands to start experimenting with how they communicate that. home, so I just want to bring that to the world. continued on page 56

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Is that something you’re actually working on or something you’re hoping to in the future?

Well, I hope to in the future. I always believe with collaborations you have to be authentic about them. They have to have the right brand synergies and most important, you have to have a point of view of how you can reimagine and bring something new to the collaboration. To me, good design or aesthetic or taste is something that can be applied to all parts of one’s life and different kinds of products. I love paper, and maybe at some point I’ll open a restaurant or two. And menswear! I make everything I wear — head to toe — every day. But there [are] always things in the pipeline. We just launched shoes. Our new collection [of] shoes is going to be available for a buy-now, wear-now experience on zacposen.com, which is really exciting. And they’re tall, and they’re comfortable, and they’re cool. They’re approved by the ladies at my studio.

When you think back over your 15-year career, what are the surreal moments that stick out in your mind — those pinch-me moments or the ones that had the most significance to you personally?

That’s a great question. Pinch-me moments? Claire Danes last year at The Met was just pure joy for me. Claire is one of my oldest friends. We grew up two blocks away from each other, [and] we’ve never been to the Met Ball together.

She made it look effortless wearing that dress, but actually, that takes a very well-trained physical actor and dancer to pull off something like that, and she has that background.

I think the first time I went to the Emmy Awards. (I’ve now been four or five times for a TV show I was on — a nominated series — and that was an incredible moment.) That was in a different context than fashion. And I always look back to [my] first runway show. That’s a very special moment always.

What part of the job still gets you excited after all this time?

When I’m in my office draping or if I’m in a final fitting, that’s a really exciting moment. I still get nervous and excited when somebody walks onto a major red carpet in a piece of ours. It’s something that just will never get old.

You talked about the red carpet, and you’ve had an impressive client list of women you’ve worked with: Gwyneth Paltrow, first lady Michelle Obama, Rihanna, Natalie Portman, Oprah just to name a few. Who is someone that you haven’t had a chance to work with that would be a dream for you to dress?

Oh, I never tell anybody that. Never. I’ve never given it in an interview because I don’t want to jinx it. I dress people either a lot of times if I have a personal relationship with the performer or if it’s somebody that I have a real affinity to their creative ventures or star quality. I’ve been incredibly fortunate. I mean, I’ve dressed a really large array of women [and] really talented performers.

I want to talk about gowns for a second because the ones you create are spectacular pieces of art. And you obviously work with a lot of women who require a number of gowns in any given year. What is your best advice for women when it comes to choosing a gown that’s unique and different but right for them?

I think fit is essential. I really don’t believe in fashion rules. I really think, especially today, the more individual, the better. Always go with something that fits you beautifully that has a level of classicism to it. What really makes a garment work is taking the time to tailor it to perfection. When it comes to my own pieces, I try to make pieces that become part of your personal archiving collection. For me, the whole object itself becomes like a collection and an art piece even if it’s just a black simple strapless dress.

If you had to boil it down to one or two things that people really get wrong with fashion, what would that be?

Well, I really think fit and tailoring is key. Know your body; buy the right size; wear comfortable shoes. [There’s] nothing worse than a beautiful look and you know the woman can’t walk. It drives me nuts. I feel bad for them. Be comfortable. You have to balance appearance and comfort. I’m not a big fan of when a dress looks like you dumped the kitchen sink all over it. I mean, I love great embroidery and jewels, but I’m not crazy [about it] when you’ve got beading and ruffles. It has to be done to such a high level of artistry, but remember that you’re at an event and not a pageant.

We have a growing fashion industry in Nashville and a lot of newer designers who are just starting out. What advice would you give to aspiring and up-and-coming fashion designers?

I think that it’s a real changing time. As a designer today, you really have to have a unique signature voice in what you’re doing. It’s not about just supplying a demand; it’s about really having a point of view. I also think there’s something very elegant about the concept of just being a more localized designer. To take a brand and grow it to an international level takes an enormous amount of investment and luck and patience. I think that the rules are changing in that as well, but I think that quality is always key. Be original. If you’re a designer and you’re taking images off of other runway collections, it’s no good. It’s just a waste of space then.

Do you think social media has made things harder or easier for designers? On one hand, they have a direct line of communication to the consumers, but there’s also a lot more competition, and it can be easy to get lost in the shuffle.

I think it’s been more helpful. Exposure is what it takes to be noticed. I think it’s an incredible platform. When I started out, for a large store to take you seriously, you had to have multiple collections under your wing [and] multiple seasons of outstanding reviews to even get a retailer into your showroom. Today, if something becomes an internet interest or something [goes] viral, that piques the interest.

We’re looking forward to having you here at the Symphony Fashion Show, which obviously benefits our Nashville Symphony, a wonderful cause and something we’re really proud of in Nashville. So thank you for that. On a personal note, what are the causes or organizations that are dearest to your heart?

For the first 13 years of my business, I focused primarily on arts and education.

Since then, I focus on primarily children-focused charities and a lot within the arts. Coming from a family of artists, I understand the power of creativity and expression, and I think it’s enormously important. It teaches a sense of responsibility, of expression, nuance of artistry, honing one’s craft, knowing what voice they have to bring to it. So I’ve worked with many charities, [and] I’ve done lots of fundraising. In 2014, we were one of the top under-40 philanthropists in New York, and that was a huge honor. That was the year where I went across the country doing fashion shows and events and raising money for different children’s charities. I also work very closely with St. Jude and with Marlo Thomas there through my work at Brooks Brothers Women’s because I’m the creative director there. You know for me, the next generation obviously is the future, and I can’t stress how important arts are for the education system. And music is such an important outlet. Music is probably one of the most important things in my life. It brings people together. It’s an outlet. Every human and every living thing in the world has a heart, and the heart has a beat, and that beat is attached to music and creativity.

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Sally Jackson and Patrick Ryan met in 2014 through a dating app called Coffee Meets Bagel — jokingly referred to by their Southern friends as “Coffee Meets Biscuit.” “We immediately connected over having both grown up on farms, our love of the outdoors and an appreciation of Southern hospitality,” said Sally.

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After a delayed wedding trip to New Zealand and Fiji over the Christmas holidays, the couple returned to Chicago where Sally is a communications and change management consultant at Willis Towers Watson and Patrick is in mergers and acquisitions at Exelon. She is a graduate of Ensworth, Harpeth Hall and Trinity University. He is a graduate of the University of Limerick in Ireland and Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia.

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With a résumé that includes past management positions at Ralph Lauren and BCBGMaxazria, Kimberly is now the owner of Emerson Grace, a 12South boutique that offers a curated selection of contemporary women’s clothing. She regularly supports area designers thorugh Local Focus events at her store. This April, she is co-chairing the Fashion Forward Gala of Nashville Fashion Week.

Claudia is a sought-after stylist for country music stars and has been sharing her fashion-forward style with the rest of the city since opening her Franklin boutique, Haven, in 1996. Since then, she opened Hero in 12South and, recently, Parish in The Gulch.

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The statement top. There are so many stylish options available this season: voluminous sleeves, cascading ruffles and shoulder-baring silhouettes are a few of my faves.

My go-to item is usually a cool jacket. I have a problem with jackets; I love, love them. A jacket is super easy because you can just do a plain T-shirt, jeans and a cool pair of boots and add a new jacket; then you feel like you’re dressed and have a new look head to toe.

This season’s go-to item The latest necessity

Color. My current obsession is anything in the pink family (rose, blush, fuchsia) because everyone looks good in shades of this color. Infusing color into your wardrobe is the easiest way to update your style without a large investment or undertaking. Handbags, shoes or accessories are an easy start.

All the classics! A little black dress (or long black dress), a black high-heel pump (sexy and timeless), white blouses or shirts (silk or poplin depending on your lifestyle), good jeans (well-fitting denim is a staple), quality tees (crew or V-neck, plain or with graphics.) The hand, the cut, the fabrics, it all makes a huge difference on the body.

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Believe it or not, my favorite new trend for spring is the ruffles and the femininity of what’s happening out there.

I’m not typically a girly girl at all, but I do have my first ruffle spring sweater that I’m wearing, and I love it. I’d actually like to mix it with tomboy pieces so you don’t go over the top with the real frilly piece, but I kinda like the ruffles.

A cool pair of boots, great pair of jeans, a good belt and a really cozy cashmere or mohair sweater as well as a fabulous jacket — whether it’s a really old beat-up leather jacket or just a chic cashmere topper that’s very simple and timeless.

The essentials that every woman needs

The crop top. I love a good crop top worn correctly (highwaisted denim, trousers or skirt), but the industry and retailers are filled with them, and not everyone feels comfortable baring their midriff.

The trend I think will come and go really quickly is this sort of ‘70s type dress with puffy sleeves. It’s not a good look or flattering.

A trend that should disappear What to let go

I love shoes and bags. I learned, in time, to invest in quality over quantity. My philosophy at Emerson Grace is to offer an assortment of quality, stylish products that are affordable and appeal to a range of different women’s lifestyles. It’s a constant challenge to resist all the beautiful merchandise that arrives each season.

Worst impulse buy Forgive and forget

Most of my impulse buys that I regret are when I buy a really pretty or dressy pair of shoes that I never wear. I like to look at them, but when it comes time to get dressed — and the idea of putting on a heel or dressier shoe — I’m just not into it at all. I also bought a pieced red fox fur jacket back in the early ‘80s that I adored but ended up selling at a garage sale for $10. (I noticed that Gucci did that same exact pieced fox jacket this year, and I’m sure it retailed for over $10,000!)

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Kids’ Games Is it rude to ask for no kids at our wedding? Or is it rude to bring them along anyhow? We’ve invited my three paternal cousins, who have a total of nine children among them. We didn’t include their kids on the invitations, but now one of my cousins has called, saying they’re bringing them along anyway — with still another uninvited friend (a teenager) to look after them.

I feel awkward for having left them out, but we really don’t want a flock of children running around at the reception. Our wedding takes place in April.

Is it too late to straighten it out? —Anonymous Did the calling cousin ask about bringing the children, or did she simply break the happy news to you? Either way, she’s painted you into a corner. According to my count, the three families will be bringing along a total of ten extras, including one to marshal the troops.

Having kids at the reception sounds like a potential worry for you, and you don’t need anything extra to fret over on your day. Then, there are two hours of disaster waiting for the children; after all, they do have to get through the wedding, too. Will there be a “cry room” for the kiddies? How about glasses of milk on the buffet?

But there’s also the fact that you haven’t included any other children, adorable though they may be, on the list. Maybe you should have taken the initiative on the first call, but maybe you were taken aback. At least your cousin checked in early, giving you plenty of time to get back to her and say, “We’d love to have your wee ones at the wedding, but we’re not inviting any children.”

Don’t bring up how the children will be fidgeting. (They’re beautifully wellbehaved, you know.) Let the teenager look after them at home or take them out for a pizza. But nine of them? I’d suggest two teens and a van.

airwaves I work with a guy at the office. I like him, but I don’t like the way he smells.

He’s soaked in cologne, all the time, every day. In meetings, the room simply reeks of him, and other people are constantly fanning. He’s my friend, so I need to say something to him. But how? —Anonymous Well, he could have the alternative problem, couldn’t he, and surely that’s what he’s afraid of, isn’t it? The simple rule for a man and his cologne is that it shouldn’t enter the room before he does or linger there after he’s gone. That’s straightforward enough, given he’s not smell-deprived.

Provided you can close the door to his office behind you, take a deep breath and step in. With just the two of you in the room, sit down and try this: “Jared, I’m wondering if you might try a little less cologne. I think it may be a bit overwhelming.” No reason to pull any punches. Just finish up your conversation with a handshake — and a trip to the men’s room to wash up.

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One of four dining options at Playa Largo, Sol by the Sea is a breezy outdoor restaurant with the feel of a Bohemian beach house — think white-washed tables, driftwood seating and dusky colors. After taking in the Instagram-worthy sunset views, enjoy a house-crafted rum cocktail before ordering from the Caribbean-influenced menu. 97450 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, playalargoresort.com/sol-by-the-sea 4

private dock overlooking Florida Bay. The staff botanist is available to give a tour of the more than 250 native, tropical and rare plants on the property. 97802 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, konakairesort.com 1

Playa Largo Resort & Spa The recently opened Playa Largo Resort & Spa is the first new resort to be built in the Upper Keys in more than two decades. Set on 14 beachfront acres, this Autograph Collection hotel has sweeping views of Florida Bay and boasts 144 luxuri-

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A favorite of locals, this Key Largo eatery serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. License plates donated by guests cover the walls and are even made into chandeliers. Among the award-winning dishes they have served since 1976 are T.J. Style Fish of the Day — continued on page 70

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The Morada Way Arts and Cultural District could be considered Islamorada’s downtown, a half-mile bustling stretch of galleries, restaurants, boutiques and studio spaces on the Old Highway. If your timing is right, be sure to hit the monthly Third Thursday ArtWalks when the creative district adds live music and street performers to the vibrant cultural mix. 151 Morada Way, Islamorada, moradaway.org

While exploring the Morada Way Arts and Cultural District, make a point to drop in the Florida Keys Brewing Company, which is tucked away off the Overseas Highway. Owners Cheryl and Craig McBay infuse their brews — made right behind the taproom — with local flavors such as honey, citrus and Key limes. Order a pint — or even better, a flight — choosing among options like Iguana Bait, Sunsessional IPA and Hurricane Hole Red to enjoy in this dog-friendly, artfilled bar. 200 Morada Way, Islamorada, floridakeysbrewingco.com 6

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The first undersea park in the United States preserves the only living coral reef in the continental U.S. and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Visitors can ride glass-bottom boats or rent canoes and kayaks to explore the shallow waters, but diving and snorkeling trips

Dolphin Research Center This must-see nonprofit institution, one of the most respected that study, rescue, rehabilitate and protect dolphins, is home to Atlantic bottle-nosed dolphins and California sea lions. Educational and interactive programs — from painting T-shirts to swimming with dolphins — allow visitors a chance to get close to these very social mammals while fees support the center’s mission. Many of these dolphins are descendants of Mitzi, Little Bit and Mr. Gipper — stars of Flipper — who lived here in the ‘50s and ‘60s. 58901 Overseas Highway, Grassy Key, dolphins.org 8

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I learned a lot at Harvard as an undergraduate, including the essential “truths” that democrats are virtuous and correct; republicans are evil and wrong, and gender roles are assigned by society in nefarious ways when children are little, especially by giving dolls to girls instead of trucks. I believed what I was taught. Over the following years of young adulthood — law school, a job, parenthood — I came to question these truths. Not only did I find people of intellect and goodwill on both sides of the aisle, I raised two daughters who most enjoyed arts and crafts and “girlish” toys — activities and toys they chose from a variety offered.

More years passed, and my daughters grew into young women with more characteristics typically associated with testosterone: they take risks; they are competitive; they speak up.

They have no interest in babies. Interesting!

Enter Testosterone Rex by Cordelia Fine, a feisty Australian scientist who identifies the old “truths” about testosterone and explains some of the recent science that complicates (and often debunks) them. “Testosterone Rex” thinking, much of it based on mid20th century science involving fruit flies, posits that men have evolved from Stone Age days to be promiscuous, aggressive and risk-taking while women have evolved to be coy, selective and nurturing. What explains

these huge differences between the sexes? Testosterone. Men are from Mars; Women are from Venus, and it always and ever will be so.

Over the course of 200 engaging and lively pages, Cordelia asserts that this “essentialist” thinking has been refuted by the last few decades of science. She argues (convincingly) that testosterone is only one of a host of biological influences on human and animal behavior, no kingmaker. What evolution has favored is not specific gender roles but adaptability over time and place.

Cordelia finds the sweet spot between thoughtful scientific writing and a personal, humorous approach, and if her book is a touch repetitive from time to time, that ensures you get the point. Plus, you learn some really cool things about the mating and behavioral habits of rats, cichlids, langur monkeys — and people.

Did you know, for instance, that studies show a woman’s feminism is good for the sexual satisfaction of male partners? “It was feminism that did that. I’m just saying,” Cordelia notes.

Has this book affected my thinking about girls, boys or toys? Well, I like to stay informed. The fashions in science and toys will likely keep changing.

Cordelia’s book leaves me encouraged and thinking about what my daughters like to say: you be you.

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BEST FOOT FORWARD Ceri hadn’t planned to add shoes to her collection but found she had lots of leftover scraps of leather and suede after making all her bags and didn’t want to waste them. One day, the solution came to her in the form of mules, sandals and booties. She was referred to a factory in Los Angeles run by a man who goes by the moniker Kevork. An experienced shoemaker, he knew the importance of comfort. Bolstered with hidden foam, her shoes not only look good, they make your feet happy.

Ceri Hoover While her husband, Craige, and son, Luke, watch sports in the living room, handbag designer Ceri Hoover curls up in bed and turns on the PBS show The Mind of a Chef — not for the recipes, mind you, but rather for food for thought.

“It’s not because I’m looking for colors or styles,” says Ceri. “I’m looking for motivation. I’m looking for passion. These chefs have it, and it just blows me away ...

The next day, you wake up and say, ‘I’m going to conquer the world. I can do this!’ ” And can she. The 41-year-old Ceri started her handbag line four years ago, and it is now carried in 150 stores across the country, including Anthropologie.

She has expanded into shoes and clothing, although apparel is only carried at her recently opened 12South store.

Perched on a stool in her boutique and wrapped up in a nubby brown Billy Reid cardigan, the Outer Banks, North Carolina, native is as down to earth as her designs. Originally in interiors, she made pillows, recovered antique furniture and refashioned flea market finds to make them her own. Until one night, while in the midst of making a cowhide pillow, she tossed the hide to the side.

It naturally folded over, and — voila! — she had a clutch.

“And I just thought, oh my goodness,” says Ceri. “All this time, I’ve been making a clutch. It was a revelation.” She began playing with various leathers and suedes, and soon, the Currey Cross Body was born. “My very first model, her name was Currey, and she was also my very first babysitter for Luke. It was perfect.”

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Ceri’s designs are clean and simple. In her fall collection, she gravitated toward earth tones although there is an occasional nod to color, such as a pair of ruby red suede booties with a block heel. “I always have my grandmother’s closet in mind when I’m designing,” she says. “What would I want to pull out of my grandmother’s closet? What would I want my grandchildren to find in mine? What is going to age in a way that’s going to make it feel really, really special and evolved?”

Most of the bags have names with meaning.

The Alys collection is named after her mother’s best friend from when she was growing up.

“She was my Maw Maw, and I love her,” Ceri says. “There was nothing fashionable about this woman. This is a woman who had seven children and boys who made her crazy, but she was just so strong. I loved her strength, and that’s what I channeled when I designed the Alys collection.” Ceri’s favorite is the tall Alys, a stately bag with a single stripe down the middle.

For her spring collection, Ceri drew inspiration from a recent research trip to Italy. She brought in cobalt blues, goldenrod yellow, moss green, a stony white and black calfskin.

The colors of Florence and Tuscany strongly influenced her palette. “I really want a white house with yellow shutters now,” she says.

Her clothing line embraces simplicity, and the pieces are comfortable but flattering. The sleeveless dresses and high-waisted pants with coordinating tops in raw silk, linen and canvas cotton, Ceri says, “give you a little pep in your step.”

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March, in and of itself, is not my favorite month. It’s kind of like the Wednesday of months, a time to get over the hump. But it does give us spring break, one of maybe two or three weeks during an entire year when families get to carve out a week to be together. On Saturday, March 18, I will be among the throngs of Nashvillians snaking south down Interstate 65 and Route 331 and — hopefully by sundown — making it to FL-30A. My mom will be in the driver’s seat, and I on the passenger side, just like it was the first time we made this drive when I was a freshman in high school.

Back then, Seaside didn’t exist yet, and Sandestin was as cool as cool could be. I was so consumed with the bikini-wearing, boy-staring scene in front of the Hilton that it never occurred to me to ask my mom if she had ever been to the Florida beaches before, which she had. As a little girl, she made the same drive with her family, making their way from Nashville down to Fort Lauderdale. I would later see pictures of all of them on the beach: my uncles mere boys digging in the sand, my grandmother in a bathing suit on the pier. I never knew her to wear a bathing suit, but I certainly recognized the familiar bun and the playful edge to her knowing smile.

My own daughters, who will be in the back seat when we head south on March 18, will know their grandmother in a bathing suit. That’s because in 2011, my mom and I started a tradition of going on spring break together with my daughters, our little posse of three generations of women. The first time we did it, we went to Folly Beach in South Carolina. The second time, we went to Dauphin Island in Alabama. The

third and fourth times, and soon to be the fifth, it was Grayton Beach in Florida. The commonality among all these places is how unfussy they are — and therefore how unfussy we get to be while there.

Unlike when I was a teenager and tangled up in my friend scene, on these trips I prefer to spend quality time with my mother and my daughters and to watch them spend quality time together. On these trips, VV (as she is known to her grandchildren) puts on a bathing suit, holds the hands of my daughters, jumps the waves and collects shells, delighting in the broken remnants of the sand dollars that they find. Watching her, I get a glimpse of the girl she must have been at their age, playing on this same beach. She is a testament to the fact that our youthful spirit need never fade away. On these trips, too, she and I sit by the pool and drink cold beers from the bottle and talk about marriage and parenting and faith and books and friends and furniture and life fantasies and fears.

We order pizza, which is most certainly not on her meal rotation at home. There is no makeup and no agenda. Our sole purpose is to spend time together.

March may not be as renewing as September or as glorious as May, but it does give all of us this precious gift of a week together. Whether you’re taking a break from the slopes to sip hot chocolate or staying home to purge the attic and binge-watch favorite movies or heading off to discover an entirely new place or stuck alongside us in a never-ending line of cars south of Defuniak Springs, my wish for you is one of safe travels, quality time with those you love and a playful edge to your own knowing smile.

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March 2017 01 What: The First and The Worst For: Music Health Alliance When: Wed., March 1, 5 p.m.

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What: Mad Bash For: Adventure Science Center When: Sat., March 4, 6:30 p.m.

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Birthday Celebration For: The Hermitage When: Wed., March 15, 8:30 a.m.

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Women Build When: Wed., March 29, 5:30 p.m.

Where: Dillard’s at The Mall at Green Hills Tariff: $50 per person Info: habitatnashville.org

What: Ballet Ball

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What: Athena Awards For: Cable When: Thurs., March 30, 6 p.m.

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Where: The Schermerhorn Co-chairs: Janie and John Berry and Mary Lindley Carswell Tariff: $150 per person Info: nashvilleballet.com/late-party What: The Triple Sip

10 For: Ronald McDonald House When: Fri., March 10, 6 p.m.

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