Nashville’s Disabled Fashion Ambassador and Changemaker Extraordinaire. Executive Director of Nashville Nonprofit Fashion is for Every Body
"You mustn't be afraid to dream a little bigger, darling."
I've taken these words to heart lately. A few weeks ago I styled Fashion is for Every Body's first inclusive photo shoot featuring Seraphine Design. Even though I wasn't going to be officially in front of the camera I still wanted to dress to instill confidence in my models. Searcy Studios did a stellar job of capturing Chiquita Palmer and Ashley Hamblin in their formal splendor. Here's a few behind-the-scenes shots.
Read MoreIt's been an eventful year so far. If you've been following me on social media you know that I've spent the bulk of the last four months having a lot of damage to my eyes fixed by the amazing staff at Toyos Clinic. More on that - because it has forever changed my life for the better - soon. This time it's all about how to look fabulous for all six days of Nashville Fashion Week 2017 without breaking the bank to do it.
Read MoreWe all know that Nashville fashion encompasses so much more than five days in April. The 5th annual Elegant Ladies Spring Into Fashion Show took place last night at Rocketown. Elegant Ladies Foundation is a local non-profit whose mission includes assisting three deserving Tennessee high school graduating seniors with preparation from high school to college. Here are some highlights from the evening.
Read MoreThis will be my fourth year attending Nashville Fashion Week. I'm proud to say I'm the first wheelchair-dependent person to attend NFW. I owe a good chunk of my closet to designers whose pieces I first saw on the catwalk of Nashville Fashion Week. The experience has never been a passive one for me, and I'm grateful for that. If you're debating whether or not you should invest in going this year there are even more options available that let you customize your experience to include exactly what you think you'd like to see.
Read MoreI didn't know Eric Adler Bornhop personally when I first wrote about him, and I have to admit I was (and continue to be) in awe of his talent. I expected someone with such a high taste level and impeccable skill with a needle and thread to be unapproachable by someone like me. But that wasn't the case at all. I met both him and Jason during Nashville Fashion Week 2015 and we became fast friends. Now, Eric does a great deal of tailoring for me and, if you live in Nashville, he should be doing the same for you.
Read MoreCaitlin Stolley knows a thing or two about guilding lilies. Lily Guilder Design creates one of a kind and limited edition garments for Iconoclasts, Glamour Gals, Dapper Dudes, Faerie Queens, Superheroes - and Spashionistas.
Read MoreLast year I introduced you to Marmi shoes, a store that features extended sizes and alternate widths. They specialize in fashionable, European influenced footwear and accessories, including Italian brands Vaneli and Sesto Meucci in sizes 4-13 and Super-Slim to Wide widths. These Kaila boots by Vaneli are an edgy, Italian take on a cowboy boot. They come in narrow, medium and wide widths - which means I can wear them comfortably - and, c'mon, they're just gorgeous!
Read MoreIf you're reading this you probably know that I spend a lot of my time swimming upstream and contradicting stereotypes. I've been called fiesty, firey, bitchy, stubborn, ballsy, badass, leader and queen (among other things). Last week I got to add co-founder, co-producer and runway model for Nashville's first inclusive fashion show to the mix.
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