Fashion Warm-Up

from TOPS Louisville October 2021

by TOPS Magazine

Boo-tiful Life

Inlet Vest, $139 | Athleta

For a true fi tness junkie, the cooler days aren't stopping them from getting that daily workout in!

It just means you put a few more layers and bundle up to keep that warmth in and moisture out.

From multi-purpose jackets, fl eece-lined leggings and the perfect pair of gloves, you're sure to be prepared for the start of those chilly morning runs.

Ash Cropped Half Zip Jacket, $75 | Fabletics

Scuba Oversized 1/2 Zip Hoodie, $118 | Lululemon Swiftland Pullover Hoodie, $60 | REI Co-op Go for pieces that are snug to the fi t to allow for easy movement and warmth. and warmth.

Pack It Up Jacket, $138 | Lululemon

Go-To Sweatpant, $70 | Fabletics

All the Right Places High-Rise Crop Legging, $118 | Lululemon

Winter Warm Fleece-Lined High Waist Leggings, $50 | Claire and Clara

Women’s Winter Warm Tight, $89 | The North Face

Run for It All Hooded Gloves, $48 | Lululemon

Whether you're running outside, doing backyard yoga or headed to the gym, a backyard yoga or headed to the gym, a perfect pair of sweats or leggings can't perfect pair of sweats or leggings can't be beat for that all-around comfort. If you're staying outside for your If you're staying outside for your workout then you'll want to opt for workout then you'll want to opt for bottoms that are fl eece-lined or on the bottoms that are fl eece-lined or on the thicker side to help hold in that heat... thicker side to help hold in that heat... not to mention, they're unbelievably not to mention, they're unbelievably cozy and comfortable.

Run for It All Beanie, $38 | Lululemon Winter Blur™ Pom Pom Beanie, $35 | Columbia Sportswear

Recycled Cotton Cuffed Beanie, $35 | Madewell You can't forget that noggin! If you're exercising outdoors, it's important to wear a beanie to keep your body warmth in.

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Jorge&Erin

This Couple Went From Best Friends to Bride & Groom

BY TAYLOR RILEY | PHOTOS BY TWO HEARTS MEDIA

Erin and Jorge Wilson didn’t know what their sincere platonic friendship in high school would eventually turn into, but in June, the couple became husband and wife in a ceremony in front of friends and family at The Refi nery. The two met in 2012 when Erin “slid into his DMs” while Jorge, now a Client Specialist at Hearst Television, was at Central and Erin, now a second-grade teacher at Semple Elementary, was attending Eastern High School. From there, the two were friends for a few years until it became something more; they then began dating in 2014.

Erin, a UK graduate, says she and Jorge, a U of L graduate, had a diffi cult time scheduling a venue due to Covid. The Refi nery was the third venue change due to Covid (the couple even pushed back their ceremony a year!), but they were in “love” with the space, along with its “awesome” and “accommodating” team, says Erin. She put her trust in Darian at Special Moments to work his magic with her idea of incorporating warm, neutral colors and gold. Erin’s bouquet held a gifted pendant by her mother that held a picture of her uncle

Erin’s bouquet held a gifted pendant by her mother that held a picture of her uncle who passed away 10 years ago. “I sobbed when she gave it to me.” A remembrance table also honored Jorge’s late uncle who passed away earlier in the year.

who passed away 10 years ago. The two had a “special bond,” and she always dreamed he would give her away on her special day. “I sobbed when she gave it to me,” she says. “It was a surprise.” A remembrance table also honored Jorge’s late uncle who passed away earlier in the year.

Some lighter moments marked the day for the couple, including sharing vows and jumping the broom, a tradition in some Black ceremonies. The couple practiced a viral TikTok dance to do for their entrance to the reception that was “hilarious,” says Erin. She says their bond is built on laughter, and they love to make each other laugh, so the entrance to “Unwritten” by Natasha Bedingfi eld was fl awless. The couple also enjoyed sweet toasts from the bridal party, dances with their mothers, and a sparkler send-off.

The day was perfect, but it didn’t have an easy journey. Erin says if she could do anything differently it would be to have a destination wedding.

“While we loved our wedding and the experience ... I won’t wish a guest list and RSVPs on my worst enemy,” she says. “Planning for attendance during Covid was hard!” Along with this change, she suggests that other couples remember the day is truly all about the bride and groom.

“Don’t get caught up in the expectations of others,” she suggests. “Also, savor the small moments. The day goes by so fast )everyone gives this piece of advice, but it’s true), so take a second to take it all in. You are marrying the love of your life!” ■

Important Vendors

Photographer: Two Hearts Media Videographer: Cultivating Perceptions,

Dantana Smith Ceremony Venue: The Refi nery Reception Venue: The Refi nery Catering: United Catering Cake: Nothing Bundt Cakes Wedding Planner: Special Moments,

Darian Dickerson-Green Flowers: Special Moments, Darian

Dickerson-Green Rentals and/or Décor: Special Moments, Darian Dickerson-Green Bridal Gown: Louisville Bridal Suite Bridal Party Attire: David’s Bridal Groom & Groomsmen Attire: Men’s Warehouse Hair and Makeup: Hair: Natural Beauty by Alanna, Makeup: Delana Gilkey Bartenders: Toinette LeMasters with LeMasters Events and Catering