For as many times as I’ve been to Nashville (heck and almost moved there in 2019!) this post is LONG overdue. Nashville is hands down one of my favorite places. I always have an absolute blast every time that I go so I have no doubt you will have the trip of a lifetime. Good food, great partying and a hell of a lot of fun dancing make for the best memories.
WHERE TO EXPLORE
Broadway– where ALL of the bars (and people) are. Many of the bars are owned by famous country singers. Expect live music, big crowds and drunk shenanigans here. I like staying walking distance from Broadway. Music Row– bars and restaurants. Come here if you want to get away from Broadway but still have several fun bars within walking distance! Also walk over to The Graduate hotel for a coffee or drink- you won’t regret it. The Gulch– come for the biscuits (Biscuit Love), stay for the shopping and pictures with the giant angel wings. Also another good area to stay if you don’t want to be so close to Broadway. 12 South– fun area with a good mix of restaurants, shopping and wall murals. Want a cute Instagram photo? Come here.
Located behind Frothy Monkey
Located by Madewell
Located by Draper James
WHERE TO STAY
Noelle- I’ve never actually stayed here but everyone RAVES about it. I’ve stopped into the hotel lobby bar as well as the coffee shop multiple times and always love the vibe! The rooftop bar, Rare Bird, is also supposed to have a great view plus it’s walkable to Broadway! Thompson Nashville- Located in the Gulch it’s an absolutely beautiful, hotel with modern music touches. My only complaint- no bath tubs 😛 Other than that it’s a great location. Westin Nashville- Great location (downtown near Broadway) and very upscale for a Westin! If you are looking for a more budget friendly option than some of the others, this is a great choice and the rooftop bar is AMAZING. Bobby Hotel- I stayed here on my most recent trip to Nashville and the rooms are definitely a little funky when it comes to decor but overall it’s so much fun and all of their food and dining is top notch.
WHERE TO EAT
@libertycommon- Located near Broadway. We went for a late brunch (HH starts at 2) and thought it was so darn cute. Made for the perfect start to day drink on Broadway! @thehamptonsocial-Located near Broadway. Although this is a chain it’s still a fun spot especially if you’ve never been! It features the iconic “Rosé all Day” neon sign. Suggest going for a boozy brunch but honestly you can’t go wrong with lunch or dinner either! @bartacolife- Located in 12S. I go here every single time I hit the ground in Nashville it’s that good! First things first- amazing spicy margs! Also all of the menu and ordering process is virtual so you order everything through an app and it’s delivered to your table in a matter of minutes. Excellent food, decor, and service! @henrietta_red- Located in Germantown. I keep wanting to try this cute stop but still haven’t made it. I had to include it because it comes highly recommended for their simplistic, chic decor and fresh ingredient dishes! The Southern- Located in South Broadway. If you are looking for a nice dinner spot, look no further! Amazing steak and oyster options plus it’s a short walk to Broadway if you want to go two step the night away after! And if you go for brunch don’t pass up the ribs. *chef’s kiss* @pinewoodsocialist-Located in South Broadway. This is a popular instagrammable spot featuring delicious menu items as well as bowling in an industrial-chic atmosphere. Great for large crowds! @urbangrubtherestaurant12south- Located in the 12S area. The BEST brunch in Nashville by far. You will die when you see the buffet spread is insane (oysters, crab legs, shrimp and grits, plus the regular breakfast fare). Heads up- don’t order the “all you can eat” buffet option (it will set you back $50!)- just get the “one time” buffet option and pile that plate as high as it can go! Scott and I didn’t realize how expensive the unlimited option was and both of us ended up eating only one plate! @biscuitlovebrunch- Located in the Gulch. You absolutely can’t come to Nashville and not indulge in some biscuits. Lots of places have them but Biscuit Love is arguably the best. They also have good drink specials.
WHERE TO DRINK
@lajacksonbar – rooftop bar in The Gulch. Great vibes and always a good crowd not to mention the view is INSANE. @fglhouse – Florida Georgia Line’s Bar on Broadway that NEVER disappoints. Love day drinking here. @acmenashville – located on Broadway. We usually stop and get food here but it’s also a fun bar! @whiskeyrownashville– one of my favorite bars on Broadway. We always end up here especially later in the evening! The third floor (rooftop) always has a DJ making it a fun spot to dance. Tootsies– you can’t come to Broadway and not go here. One of the oldest honkey tonk bars! @zeppelin.nashville – rooftop bar off the beaten path. I forget what the shot is called but you must get the edible flower shot- it makes your whole mouth numb (in a good way lol).
Losers– total dive bar but SO much fun. Seriously I saved the best one for last. They have a bar next door called winners but it’s way more fun to be a Loser;) @whitelimozeennash – cute rooftop bar. Located at the top of The Graduate hotel. If you can make a reservation for brunch- do it!
Are you headed to Fredericksburg, TX or as like to call it, The Napa of the South? 🙂 First off, I’m jealous. Second off, I have been a few times now and thought it was about time for an updated travel guide as their are SO many new and cute spots in town!
If you’ve never been to Fredericksburg you are in for a treat! It has quaint small town vibes but with so much to do and see! Obviously most people come for the wineries, but honestly you’ll want to stay for more than just that! While it’s a great weekend getaway, I would highly recommend it for a bachelorette party, girl’s weekend or low(er) key birthday trip.
WHERE TO STAY
I highly suggest renting a house for the weekend. If you are heading up for a girls weekend or wanting to go in on a place with multiple people, a house is the way to go. Fredericksburg offers many cute options that make the trip so much more enjoyable than staying in a hotel. We stayed at The Emerald Door which proved to be everything we hoped for and more! With COVID still a high risk, we wanted a space where we could spread out and not have to leave the house except for wineries and one nice dinner.
Most places are between $4-$600 a night (cheaper during the week) so split between multiple people, it is well worth it! Our house slept 12 plus came equipped with a huge outdoor area, corn hole, a fire pit, hot tub and a whole cupboard of games which we used the entire weekend. The owner has several other properties (found here), all with different colored front doors, that are perfect for your next girls weekend, bachelorette party, or couples retreat. I cannot say enough great things about the owner, all of her recommendations, attention to little details, and the overall house aesthetic. Just look what I mean- SO CUTE! In fact, many of you messaged me while I was there telling me you had stayed in one of her properties as well!!
WINERIES
Aka the reason you are probably headed to Frederickburg! I’ve tried several but this past trip was by FAR my favorite wineries that I have been to yet! While Grape Creek, Becker Vineyards and 4.0 Cellars are all highly recommended and fantastic options, these next 3 will blow them out of them water!
Signor Vineyards–This was our first winery of the day and talk about GORGEOUS. I’m telling you right now that you’ll want to stay at this outdoor space for hours! Our group was too big for a tasting so we bought a few bottles and did our own tasting at one of the picnic tables. They are known for their chardonnay and pinot but the cab was my personal fav!
Baron’s Creek– Out of the 3 we went to this one was probably my least favorite just because it didn’t have the WOW factor that Signor and Augusta Vin had but I enjoyed the wine, outdoor music and the wine was actually one of my favorites from the day!
Augusta Vin– Talk about a little piece of California in Texas. With the floor to ceiling windows and hilly views, it’s hard to believe you are in Texas! Check out the picture below. If you can request a tasting on the second floor- highly recommend. Also highly recommend the bread and olive oil pairing with your tasting 🙂
If you want to really take your weekend up a notch and not have to worry about getting transportation in between wineries (Ubers are V scarce), I recommend looking into a winery tour/shuttle. We used Texas Wine Tours and our driver was a freaking hoot. His name was Darrell and if you can request him- DO IT- you’ll be laughing for hours. Not to mention he brought us donuts and kolaches which came in clutch after 3 wineries if you know what I mean.
The way the winery tour works is that they handle all of your winery tasting reservations and fees in the price which is actually incredibly convenient if you have a big group (especially during COVID) because making reservations for big groups actually proved to be really hard when I was trying to do it!
WHERE TO EAT
Granite House Lounge– Hot of the press! The food was AMAZING. Just take my word for it. This place had only been open 3 weeks when we went and it was hip hop happenin to say the least. It’s pretty small so expect to wait but you can grab a cocktail and hangout outside while you do! I also would suggest hopping on the online waitlist!
The Auslander-If you are wanting a cheap, authentic German meal, this is the place! If the weather is nice enough, there is usually a pretty good sized crowd enjoying live music and throwing back oversized beers.Sozial Haus– A quaint spot that has great pizza. Monday nights they have half price pizzas and bottles of wine.
Hondos– An old spot where you will find many locals. The food is nothing extraordinary but the atmosphere is fun!
Vaudeville– This is a nicer place and reservations are recommended. Even if you don’t get a chance to eat here, I suggest checking out the courtyard and little shop that is attached to it. Both are amazing! I have heard the restaurant is a must do if you have the time (and money!) to do so.
August E’s– Another great fine dining experience. We were there during the week and attended “Thai Tuesday” night. While the price is a little high for thai, the portions are HUGE and easy to share. They also have sushi and steaks.
Prometheus Pizza-This food truck came highly recommended to us if you are wanting something quick, easy and GOOD. They deliver too!
WHAT TO DO (besides the obvious)
Besides visiting wineries, there are plenty of other things to do in Fredericksburg! It is such a cute town to explore and small enough to walk most places if you are staying at a house that is close to the main strip (which I highly recommend!).
Tasting rooms– If you are just wanting to grab a drink before dinner or do not want to drive out to the wineries, several of the vineyards have tasting rooms on the main strip.
Lincoln St.– A cute indoor/outdoor bar that is perfect for drinks before or after dinner and one of the only places that stays open later.
Fredericksboards– We did this one night for a happy hour at home! Highly recommend grabbing a charcuterie board from them. They are beautiful and will save you a trip to the grocery store!
Yellow Door Studio– If you have already done a wine and painting class, then you know how fun they are. If you have not, now is your time! The art class is BYOB and is so much fun! These classes run about $45/person and are a great keepsake for a girls or bachelorette weekend!
I have a Frederickburg highlight saved to my Instagram with more visuals and fun happenings from our weekend but if you have any questions please feel free to comment on this post or email me at itsallchictomeblog@gmail.com. I hope you enjoy your stay!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year -the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale! This year I got a super sneak-peak to all of the special pieces on sale — and I’m sharing an HUGEG try-on with my bestie, Keli of Keli Rabon blog! Check out our favorite outfits and don’t forget that I have more NSALE shoppable content located under the “NSALE‘ tab located in the upper right hand corner of the blog if you are looking on your desktop. If you are on mobile, use the drop down menu located at the top of the page.
I am a big fan of all things Sweaty Betty and especially of their fun colors included in this sale! This tank comes in the pictured color as well as a fun “No Pain, No Champagne” quoted option. I suggest sizing up!
Zella continually puts out high quality, affordable active wear and these leggings fit the bill. They have a interesting texture to them, are high waisted and full ankle length. Did I mention under $50? They fit true to size.
*HIGH RISK OF SELLING OUT* This is hands down my all time favorite running shoe ever! It offers great support, padding and ankle stability. I always get my true size but alot of people say to size down. I typically wear thicker socks when I run so that might also be why! They come in black and white.
*HIGH RISK OF SELLING OUT* This is one of my favorite items of the entire sale! The back needs an entire moment to itself. I also love that it is padded and offers support for medium to high impact activities.
As far as the Zella leggings in the NSALE, I’d say these are my personal favorite both print and fit wise! I am 5’4″ and they hit right above my ankle.
*HIGH RISK OF SELLING OUT* This is a great everyday sneaker meaning I wouldn’t necessarily go running in it but it’s a great affordable option for lower impact activities and will definitely be a top seller!
*HIGH RISK OF SELLING OUT* I expect this under $25 sports bra to be a very popular item this year as they have been a big trend. I love that you can wear these sports bras as tops since they are cropped but don’t show your entire midriff like a normal sports bra would. Comes in several colors/prints.
As far as the Zella leggings in the NSALE, I’d say these are my personal favorite both print and fit wise! I am 5’4″ and they hit right above my ankle.
*HIGH RISK OF SELLING OUT* This is a great everyday sneaker meaning I wouldn’t necessarily go running in it but it’s a great affordable option for lower impact activities and will definitely be a top seller!
I absolutely love the feel of this tank! It’s a thicker material but in a good way if that makes sense. It is super stretchy and form fitting plus has built in padding! It also comes in 2 colors.
*HIGH RISK OF SELLING OUT* This is a great everyday sneaker meaning I wouldn’t necessarily go running in it but it’s a great affordable option for lower impact activities and will definitely be a top seller!
I personally think this piece is a little overpriced for what it is but still wanted to share because it is cute paired with the leggings for a monochrome look. Comes in the same 3 colors that the leggings come in.
Sizing: fits a little oversized but I’d still suggest getting your true size, wearing a XS
*HIGH RISK OF SELLING OUT* This is a great everyday sneaker meaning I wouldn’t necessarily go running in it but it’s a great affordable option for lower impact activities and will definitely be a top seller!
If you are looking for a cozy, oversized “Tik Tok” vibe sweatshirt, look no further! Forewarning it runs very oversized with butterfly like sleeves but I absolutely LOVE IT!
Sizing: fits oversized so size down if in between sizes, wearing an XS
One of my personal favorite items in the entire sale! If you are a sneaker head like me, you’ll love these. They have fun prints and textures. They almost remind me of Golden Goose but much less expensive and I love the platform on these.
Sizing: only come in full sizes, if in between sizes size up, I’m typically a 7.5 and got the 8
*HIGH RISK OF SELLING OUT* I expect this under $25 sports bra to be a very popular item this year as they have been a big trend. I love that you can wear these sports bras as tops since they are cropped but don’t show your entire midriff like a normal sports bra would. Comes in several colors/prints.
*HIGH RISK OF SELLING OUT* This is a great everyday sneaker meaning I wouldn’t necessarily go running in it but it’s a great affordable option for lower impact activities and will definitely be a top seller!
This faux-wrap 3/4 sleeve blouse is a winner — multiple colors that can be dressed up or down in a lightweight, wrinkle-free fabric! Grab this work + play staple while you can!
One of the best pants of the sale! These high-waist, paper-bag style pants are easy to wear and come in versatile color options (blank and mustard yellow.) The length is great for work and night too!
What better time to stock-up on essentials than #NSale?! These black heels are perfect for work and weekend — grab them while you can for a fantastic price!
This faux-wrap 3/4 sleeve blouse is a winner — multiple colors that can be dressed up or down in a lightweight, wrinkle-free fabric! Grab this work and play staple while you can!
Snag these faux-leather, high-waist shorts for an option a perfect wear-now, wear-later wardrobe staple! The built-in belt adds polish and the pleats are flattering. Excellent quality for the price!
*HIGH SELL-OUT RISK!* Absolutely obsessed with these booties — I’m grabbing them in white and maybe another color or two as well! SUPER comfy and the white bootie is incredibly easy to dress up or down. The cognac leather is a gorgeous option too!
Sizing: True to size, wearing a 9 (Could possibly size up 1/2 size w/ socks)
*HIGH SELL-OUT RISK* We’re predicting this will be *THE* sweater of the sale! Obsessed with it in every color (neutral beige, burgundy, burnt orange, and black) but we think the neutral beige will be the first to go.
*HIGH SELL-OUT RISK* We’re predicting this will be one of *THE* top-selling jeans of the sale! Insanely good price, perfect distressing, and easy to dress up or down!
We lovvvved the look of these booties… but TBH, Shelbi & I hated the fit. This bootie was painful to both of us (just standing in the dressing room) so we can only imagine how tough it would be to walk around in these cuties. Let us know if you have better success, but these were a “miss” in our opinion.
**HIGH SELL-OUT RISK** We’re predicting this will be *THE* sweater of the sale! Obsessed with it in every color (neutral beige, burgundy, burnt orange, and black) but we think the neutral beige will be the first to go.
Faux-snakeskin is the equivalent of a fall neutral, and what better place to rock the trend than your toes? Love the darker shade, especially in a peep-toe bootie.
Easy-to-wear sweater dress that will probably be a top pick of #NSale considering the price, fit, and style! We rocked this sweater dress two different ways, but you can change it up SO many ways!
Sizing: Topshop’s size varies wildly, but I’m wearing an “8”
*HIGH SELL-OUT RISK* These sneakers are one of my FAVORITE finds of the sale! They are just as (if not MORE) comfy than Golden Goose sneakers and are so, so, so easy to style!
Easy-to-wear sweater dress that will probably be a top pick of #NSale considering the price, fit, and style! We rocked this sweater dress two different ways, but you can change it up SO many ways!
Sizing: Topshop’s size varies wildly, but I’m wearing an “8”
One of my FAVORITE pieces of the sale!!! Grab this top in every color and forgot those BP blouses people usually stock up on. This is FAR softer and a MUCH better fit!
Soft, comfy, color-block cardigan in colors that are so easy to dress up or dress down! You can allllways count on this brand for comfy, cozy, versatile pieces!
One of my FAVORITE pieces of the sale!!! Grab this top in every color and forgot those BP blouses people usually stock up on. This is FAR softer and a MUCH better fit!
*HIGH SELL-OUT RISK!* Absolutely obsessed with these booties — I’m grabbing them in white and maybe another color or two as well! SUPER comfy and the white bootie is incredibly easy to dress up or down. The cognac leather is a gorgeous option too!
Sizing: True to size, wearing a 9 (Could possibly size up 1/2 size w/ socks)
Everyone needs a denim skirt and this little mini checks alllll the boxes for a fraction of the regular price! It’s stretchy, the perfect length, and comes in a great denim wash.
Sizing: Slightly big — wearing a 25, but would prefer a 24.
We lovvvved the look of these booties… but TBH, Shelbi & I hated the fit. This bootie was painful to both of us (just standing in the dressing room) so we can only imagine how tough it would be to walk around in these cuties. Let us know if you have better success, but these were a “miss” in our opinion.
**HIGH SELL-OUT RISK** We’re predicting this will be one of *THE* top-selling jeans of the sale! Insanely good price, perfect distressing, and easy to dress up or down!
**HIGH SELL-OUT RISK** We’re predicting this will be one of *THE* top-selling jeans of the sale! Insanely good price, perfect distressing, and easy to dress up or down!
*HIGH SELL-OUT RISK* This would be my first pair of Sperrys and I couldn’t be happier — they are SO, SO good!! Classic style, easy fit, and they will pair with everything from denim to dresses!
*HIGH RISK OF SELLING OUT* If you remember the popular Leith sweater dress from last year that sold out day one, well this is this year’s version and it’s even better! It’s super stretchy, form fitting and very flattering! Also comes in black and can be worn forwards or backwards.
Sizing: size up if in between sizes, wearing an XS but could have done a S
I love that every year, Nordstrom puts a military jacket in the sale because I think this is a Fall staple piece that every girl should have in her closet!
My jaw dropped when I saw the price on these jeans. They are a total STEAL! For $28, they are hard to go wrong. They are super stretchy so if you are in between sizes, size down as they do tend to stretch out with wear!
I love that every year, Nordstrom puts a military jacket in the sale because I think this is a Fall staple piece that every girl should have in her closet!
These remind me of an upgraded Keds! They are cute and sporty with a touch of fun color detail. I’d say they are meant for a somewhat narrow foot as they were a little tight on me.
If you are looking for an affordable suede moto jacket, this is the one for you! It’s considerably cheaper than the popular BlankNYC one and honestly just as good plus comes in more color options! For my girls with long arms you are going to want to size up!
Y’all know I’m a Levi’s girl so I was happy these jeans were in the sale and also that they have some stretch since alot of Levi’s are true denim. The dark wash will be perfect for the cooler weather months.
Sizing: if in between sizes size down, wearing a 24
*HIGH RISK OF SELLING OUT* I’m calling it now that these are going to be the most popular knee high boot of the sale! I love that they are pointed toe, slouchy and comfortable!
If you are looking for an affordable suede moto jacket, this is the one for you! It’s considerably cheaper than the popular BlankNYC one and honestly just as good plus comes in more color options! For my girls with long arms you are going to want to size up!
Another great basic layering piece! It can be worn forwards or backwards which means that it can either be a scoop neck or v neck tank! It’s a very stretchy, almost athletic material.
These remind me of a similar jean from BlankNYC but much more affordable! Leopard is sticking around for Fall and these would be so cute paired with even a basic tee now!
*HIGH RISK OF SELLING OUT* I’m calling it now that these are going to be the most popular knee high boot of the sale! I love that they are pointed toe, slouchy and comfortable!
*HIGH RISK OF SELLING OUT* This hat is under $40 making it a great price point! The brim isn’t too small or too wide which also makes it the perfect hat. Comes in two colors. Sizing: run true to size
For a BlankNYC jacket, I’d say this price point is a steal! The quality is a little stiff so it would take some breaking in but the color is beautiful and will go with so many Fall outfits!
*HIGH RISK OF SELLING OUT* I was shocked when I saw the price tag on this baby because the quality is so dang good. This is one of those faux leather jackets that you could wear to the bar and not have to worry about someone spilling on it but is also nice enough to wear to a fancy dinner outing!
This is definitely more of a fun, trendy piece than closet staple but every girl needs a few of those! It’s definitely very cropped so do keep that in mind.
If you are a Topshop jean lover, these are for you! Topshop caters really well to curvy girls as their jeans are very stretchy and hug in all of the right places. I personally love their jeans for date nights or girl’s nights out.
These name brand jeans certainly do good things for the booty but they didn’t do good things for the knee area as they created almost a “knee fat” illusion if they are too tight/small so just beware!
I was pleasantly surprised to see these Tory Burch booties in the sale this year because you know that’s a designer brand that rarely goes on sale and these booties are so cute! They also come in black .
*HIGH RISK OF SELLING OUT* Pieces like this are always flying of the shelves especially because it’s an item you can wear now. And yes I’m talking about in quarantine with your sweats or dressed up!
Madewell always puts this same style in the sale every year and it’s a good one for sure! I’m sad that they don’t have it in the basic green this year, but if camo is your thing, it’s certainly a great quality jacket!
These jeans were actually a favorite of mine that I think all of my petite girls need! The price point is great and also where they hit. I’m 5’4″ and they hit right above the ankle.
If you are need of a staple white sneaker, look no further! Both of us loved these. The leather laces don’t need to be tied so they can just be pulled right on plus have a platform on them!
*HIGH RISK OF SELLING OUT* This is one of those basic tees you need to buy in ALL of the colors. It’s the softest basic tee in an NSALE yet! If you plan on throwing it in the dryer I would size up!
This black wash denim jacket fits a little oversized so I’d say it’s more of a trendy item than staple piece but if that’s what you are going for, rock it gf!
If I had a dollar for every graphic tee that I own, I could buy a lot more graphic tees 😛 I recently purchased this $22 graphic tee from Walmart and I can honestly say that the quality is so similar to the $100 designer graphic tees that I own! From casual, every day wear to business casual and even date night, a good graphic tee can do it all if styled the right way! See below for a few of my favorite ways to style them.
To shop any of the above items, simply click on the image that you are interested in and it will take you to the retailer’s page where you can shop! Want to try out the graphic tee trend? See below for more Walmart finds under $25!
*This post is sponsored by Walmart. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own.*
