My Casual Fall Uniform

Close up of my casual fall uniform

A casual fall uniform for those hectic schedules you can throw on and get out the door, while still looking smart and pulled together. When life gets hectic like it does in the autumn sometimes you just need that grab and go casual outfit that is simple yet chic, pulled together but not fussy, and…

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Fashion Color Story: Violet & Chocolate

Fashion collage of violet and chocolate styles for fall looks

The color story I’m obsessing over this fall is vibrant violet and lush chocolate. Y’all know I love bold colors for fall. With the riot of hues outside, I just can’t help but want to mimic that beauty in my autumn wardrobe. While I’m usually drawn to deep orange and rich amber, this year purple…

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The Prettiest Day Dress with Vintage Vibes

Katherine from Pender & Peony in a green and white day dress - maxi length with vintage vibes

Pretty day dresses with vintage vibes to make you feel feminine and charming like this green and white maxi-dress does for me! I feel like an absolute knockout in this day dress. Sure, the cut is flattering and the print is pretty, but really it is the relaxed femininity and vintage vibes that set this…

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The Charming Index – March

Seersucker dress and pastel scarf - The Charming Index

Charming | ADJ. | The power or quality of giving delight… Your monthly guide to charming things, people, places, reads, eats, and style! No. 1 Catherine Wiley Paintings at the KMA Her work is simply incandescent! I love the rich colors and the bold strokes contrasted with the serene scenes of women in intimate settings.…

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Classic Spring Accessories

Freshen up your wardrobe with a few classic spring accessories for a pop of pastel and floral fancy

Freshen up your wardrobe with a few classic spring accessories for a pop of pastel and floral fancy! With spring comes warm sunny weather, fresh green foliage, and pretty blossoms which call for classic spring accessories in pastel hues. My must have accessories for the season are floral scarves, pastel flats, pretty pearls, strappy sandals,…

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Black and Sparkly for NYE

Blonde woman in black and sparkly going out look for NYE

A black and sparkly going out look for winter or NYE – throw on something sparkly, pop some bubbly, and let’s head out on the town y’all! Don’t you just love an excuse to get all gussied up and head out on the town? New Year’s Eve is the perfect excuse to don something sparkly…

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Jingle Belle Time is a Swell Time

All the Christmas feels with a Carolina tree farm and the right Christmas jumper: Jingle Belle!

All the Christmas feels with a Carolina tree farm and the right Christmas jumper! The Christmas magic simply cannot begin until I’ve traveled to the Christmas tree farm on Big Ridge! Usually, we are there every Thanksgiving helping my family with the mad dash of festive families all on the hunt for their perfect tree,…

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Plaids Before Lads: 5 Winter Plaid Pieces to Add to Your Wardrobe

5 winter plaid pieces you need in your wardrobe - blonde woman wearing pink moto and graphic tee

Give me all the plaid! 5 winter plaid pieces to add to your wardrobe + a cheeky work wear look! Plaid is a staple in my closet, particularly in the winter months when you need the cozy warmth plaid entails. There are so many options with winter plaids. You can dress them up or down…

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Red Loves Navy – Casual Fall Outfit

Woman wearing red beret and navy jacket with striped shirt and circle handbag for a red loves navy everyday chic look

Red loves navy: a classic color combo perfect for everyday chic. Try pairing pops of red with a navy jacket, jeans, and red flats for a casual fall outfit perfect for weekend adventures! Oh and don’t forget the beret! We all have our favorite colors. Maybe your favorite is blue or like me green. But…

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Autumn Colors: The Perfect Purple Dress from Joules

Blonde woman in the perfect purple dress from Joules poses in front of tree with yellow leaves

Styling the perfect purple dress from Joules with all the autumn colors! The trees here in East T.N. have fully burst to life, and I just can’t contain my love for all things autumn, especially the stunning colors! My lovely neighbors across the street have the most glorious maple tree that turns a brilliant, buttery…

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